Arc Food & Libations

This restaurant may look bougjee, but the food didn’t live up to the image or the price tag. The beans were just plain bad—rock hard and inedible. Honestly, what the heck? The pork roast was about 25% stringy fat, the “medium” steak came out medium rare (thankfully it still had good flavor), and the carrot cake was one of the strangest desserts I’ve ever had—more like a sugarless sponge experiment than an actual cake. The asparagus was the one bright spot, perfectly cooked and seasoned. And the bathroom… it felt like a bus stop restroom. I’ve honestly seen nicer ones at Taco Bell.

Service was equally frustrating, but not because of our waitress—she was clearly doing her best. The problem was she was left completely understaffed, running around with no support. That meant we were bussing our own table, pouring our own water, and having to wave her down just to order. That’s not her fault—that’s poor management failing both their staff and their guests.

In the end, this place is all bougjee looks with none of the follow-through. Weak food execution, strange desserts, a bus-stop bathroom, and poor staffing make it an overpriced miss

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2

I always enjoy the food and service as the arc. I haven’t had a bad meal here and have tried almost everything. The cocktails are great and the wait staff is friendly. All food I have had is tasty but of course not exactly
The healthiest cuisine. Love the chopped salad, burgers, pizza but my favorite has always been the ribs!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Drinks and food very tasty (duck leg and pork roast). Great atmosphere with two open kitchen fires. Beet salad also great. Service was a little slow for how empty it was, but the server was newer. Probably an anomaly. Would definitely return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Food was fine. Very fresh but a bit too pricey for my tastes!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Everything we ordered was drowned in a layer of heavy sauce, it was difficult to eat... And the waitress poured my beer with a ton of foam. Not a great quality for the price point, service was just okay.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 2

Food was good but I find the servings small. On the pricier for me.

Food was amazing, the drink menu was fun, and the ambiance was great for hanging out with friends to having a casual business meal.

Best Steak in OC.

Great craft cocktails

Great spot

Not sure why this place is known for pizza. We had the soggiest most wet and bland pizza I’ve ever tasted. All 3 of us were very confused by the pizza, really lacked flavor. Drinks are good Staff is also very friendly
But overwhelmed on a Friday night.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

Two times in a week! Yes, it’s that good. Arc Food & Libations is the kind of place that draws you back with its incredible food, impeccable presentation, and a clear commitment to quality ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a casual dinner or a night to indulge, this spot hits every note.

Let’s talk drinks first. The Coffee and Cigarettes cocktail is an absolute must-try. It’s a masterful blend of smokiness and sweetness, perfectly balanced. This is the kind of cocktail that lingers in your memory or not ;) long after the last sip.
The bruschetta, duck fat potatoes, duck leg..all were amazing
Now, onto the star of the meal – the ribeye. Grilled to perfection over their signature Santa Maria grill, the ribeye is tender, flavorful, and cooked to your exact liking. Each bite reveals the depth of its smoky, charred edges paired with a melt-in-your-mouth center. It's evident they take pride in their craft here, and the result is nothing short of extraordinary.

What sets Arc apart is the attention to detail. From the friendly, attentive service to the rustic yet modern ambiance, everything feels thoughtfully curated to create a memorable dining experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Grilled Steak, Duck Fat Potatoes, Crispy Duck

Hate to be so critical about food, but the chef could not have possibly tasted what they put out tonight. The amount of extra salt in the tomato soup was inedible. I barely dipped the grilled cheese in it for flavor, but the sandwich was nothing special either. Asked for crab cakes to come out first as an appetizer, they came after the ribs. Only 3 tables were being served at this time in the restaurant, so what was the issue with attention to this request? Crab cakes came hard as a rock, and smelled awful when I cut into them. Inedible. I took one with me on the way out just to test, and yes 100% the crab cake bounced and skipped on cement, like a hockey puck. My boyfriend had the ribs, so spicy he had to finish eating before he was full. We asked for Arnold palmers, they had no iced tea brewed, lemonade so sour it needed sugar. I don’t know what’s going on at Arc, but it used to be delicious.

Food: 1

Service: 2

Fun cocktails, extensive drink menu.

Shareables: duck croquettes (very delicious and creamy), mama’s casserole (sumptuous), roasted Brussels sprouts (good) and the roasted game hen (juicy).

All in all a satisfying work dinner. Would come again.

Service was friendly and efficient.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duck Fat Potatoes, Crispy Duck, Brussels Sprouts

Amazing food and service. Great times!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5