Food, services and experience was outstanding. The moment we (4 of us) walked in for dinner, we were greeted and seated in a cozy booth by Larry. He was friendly and told us anything we needed, to just let him know. Other staff was at our table constantly ensuring our water glasses were full. We ordered salads, steaks, scallops and some sides and they were all excellent. Connor was our server and he was super friendly, attentive and made our night and experience even better.
RyanS
I've been to some of the best steak houses in the US. This one was okay and I understand I'm at the Ritz Carlton, but the prices are just crazy expensive. At the end of the day I love steak, but I've been to better places in nicer restaurants for half the price.
Kory Manuel
Server was good, food took forever, came out wrong and cold. Absolutely not worth the money. Can get better food for much cheaper at any other
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Foodiegal
The whole experience was exceptional - from the Maitre'd, Larry, to the wait staff, Dean and Joshua, everyone made our anniversary dinner so special. The roses on the table and special dessert were a nice touch, in addition to the outstanding food. Overall, it was a memorable evening! Thank you!!
Zaid Imam
Went here for a celebration. Excellent service and food. Had the filet and the wagyu coffee rubbed ny strip with mac and cheese, spinach and mashed potatoes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak
Monique K
It is set up to be an intimate. But in our experience it was loud and impersonal. We felt rushed and items were removed before we were done. Meal was satisfactory but certainly not a repeat.
Wonkery
Love Michael Mina restaurants and the Stone Hill Tavern at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Beach was spectacular. Eno Steak not so much. The restaurant is small, just off the main lobby towards the entrance of the hotel. It's elegant, well decorated, and boasts a visually stunning wine room, but has no views. The menu was adequate but not very robust. Prices were reasonable given the setting, but IMO the food selection and quality was on the lower end of what I'd expect from a Mina restaurant. Service was excellent and we enjoyed the meal, but I wouldn't recommend or return.
ZTHER
Love Michael Mina restaurants and the Stone Hill Tavern at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Beach was spectacular. Eno Steak not so much. The restaurant is small, just off the main lobby towards the entrance of the hotel. It's elegant, well decorated, and boasts a visually stunning wine room, but has no views. The menu was adequate but not very robust. Prices were reasonable given the setting, but IMO the food selection and quality was on the lower end of what I'd expect from a Mina restaurant. Service was excellent and we enjoyed the meal, but I wouldn't recommend or return.
DrCerri
Small steakhouse with very good quality food and good service. Outstanding French Onion soup, fresh very crisp lettuce salads with dressings, very good steaks ordered charred red warm center, finished with key lime pie and cream brûlée. Two large tables were loud and boisterous, especially after eating their meals, good to bring your in-laws or wife's friends.
We came in tonight expecting a typical steakhouse dinner and menu but was offered a 5-course tasting menu instead. This option wasn't on the menu but the chef saw our reservations & our note about our love for food. Amazing dinner and service. They truly went out of their way for us and we didn't even expect it. Definitely coming back!
In a word...remarkable. From being greeted by Larry to engaging with our server, Diana, we felt so welcomed. Since the food was our main objective we both felt that celebrating our 61st anniversary there was elevated to superb with the quality and appearance of our meals. An added treat was seeing the art work of Sandra Jones Campbell, an artist we've known for many years...we have three originals of hers. Many thanks!
BarbaraS
Was mildly disappointed with the experience. Expected much better. Too much mayonnaise in the lobster salad appetizer and too much cheese/cream in the creamed spinach(could barely taste the spinach). Our server was fine and the ambiance is club cozy(Sarah Jones Campbell art through out).
Samer Khouli
Not sure why this place has 3.8 stars. We had a great time and meal. It's a steakhouse on campus of the Ritz Carlton. Nice, mellow, intimate atmosphere. Bread service was great as a start. The wines and drinks are as you would expect from a high end steak house. We had the charcuterie which was awesome and wagyu carpaccio both were amazing. We shared the New York, seafood pasta and sea bass. All we're great to amazing. The chicken dish was in the dry side and the steak was 4 star but a good steak which would make anyone happy. Sides were good as well with mashed potatoes and sauteed mushrooms.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Christopher Alexander
Hmmm what to say. Trying too hard maybe. My wedge salad, which is a steakhouse classic came with dill and picked onions. Not a good mix of flavor. My wife's filet was very good, will give them credit for that. The sides though weren't great. Asparagus was burnt and mushrooms weren't flavoured. I had the risotto - it was supposed to have truffles but there was no truffle flavour at all. Overall if you're thinking you are getting an old school steakhouse experience, you are not. The service was good though. Shout out to Josh with his chocolate milk mixing skills and Elena who took good care of us and addressed our food concerns without question.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Gary
Wonderful time. Food was exceptional. Service even more so. Elaine was absolutely perfect as was Eric. They made our son's birthday and graduation dinner, and his sister's graduation dinner very memorable. Thank you Elaine and Eric!
Food, services and experience was outstanding. The moment we (4 of us) walked in for dinner, we were greeted and seated in a cozy booth by Larry. He was friendly and told us anything we needed, to just let him know. Other staff was at our table constantly ensuring our water glasses were full. We ordered salads, steaks, scallops and some sides and they were all excellent. Connor was our server and he was super friendly, attentive and made our night and experience even better.
I've been to some of the best steak houses in the US. This one was okay and I understand I'm at the Ritz Carlton, but the prices are just crazy expensive. At the end of the day I love steak, but I've been to better places in nicer restaurants for half the price.
Server was good, food took forever, came out wrong and cold. Absolutely not worth the money. Can get better food for much cheaper at any other
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
The whole experience was exceptional - from the Maitre'd, Larry, to the wait staff, Dean and Joshua, everyone made our anniversary dinner so special. The roses on the table and special dessert were a nice touch, in addition to the outstanding food. Overall, it was a memorable evening! Thank you!!
Went here for a celebration. Excellent service and food. Had the filet and the wagyu coffee rubbed ny strip with mac and cheese, spinach and mashed potatoes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak
It is set up to be an intimate. But in our experience it was loud and impersonal. We felt rushed and items were removed before we were done. Meal was satisfactory but certainly not a repeat.
Love Michael Mina restaurants and the Stone Hill Tavern at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Beach was spectacular. Eno Steak not so much. The restaurant is small, just off the main lobby towards the entrance of the hotel. It's elegant, well decorated, and boasts a visually stunning wine room, but has no views. The menu was adequate but not very robust. Prices were reasonable given the setting, but IMO the food selection and quality was on the lower end of what I'd expect from a Mina restaurant. Service was excellent and we enjoyed the meal, but I wouldn't recommend or return.
Love Michael Mina restaurants and the Stone Hill Tavern at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Beach was spectacular. Eno Steak not so much. The restaurant is small, just off the main lobby towards the entrance of the hotel. It's elegant, well decorated, and boasts a visually stunning wine room, but has no views. The menu was adequate but not very robust. Prices were reasonable given the setting, but IMO the food selection and quality was on the lower end of what I'd expect from a Mina restaurant. Service was excellent and we enjoyed the meal, but I wouldn't recommend or return.
Small steakhouse with very good quality food and good service. Outstanding French Onion soup, fresh very crisp lettuce salads with dressings, very good steaks ordered charred red warm center, finished with key lime pie and cream brûlée. Two large tables were loud and boisterous, especially after eating their meals, good to bring your in-laws or wife's friends.
We came in tonight expecting a typical steakhouse dinner and menu but was offered a 5-course tasting menu instead. This option wasn't on the menu but the chef saw our reservations & our note about our love for food. Amazing dinner and service. They truly went out of their way for us and we didn't even expect it. Definitely coming back!
Restaurantji Recommends
In a word...remarkable. From being greeted by Larry to engaging with our server, Diana, we felt so welcomed. Since the food was our main objective we both felt that celebrating our 61st anniversary there was elevated to superb with the quality and appearance of our meals. An added treat was seeing the art work of Sandra Jones Campbell, an artist we've known for many years...we have three originals of hers. Many thanks!
Was mildly disappointed with the experience. Expected much better. Too much mayonnaise in the lobster salad appetizer and too much cheese/cream in the creamed spinach(could barely taste the spinach). Our server was fine and the ambiance is club cozy(Sarah Jones Campbell art through out).
Not sure why this place has 3.8 stars. We had a great time and meal. It's a steakhouse on campus of the Ritz Carlton. Nice, mellow, intimate atmosphere. Bread service was great as a start. The wines and drinks are as you would expect from a high end steak house. We had the charcuterie which was awesome and wagyu carpaccio both were amazing. We shared the New York, seafood pasta and sea bass. All we're great to amazing. The chicken dish was in the dry side and the steak was 4 star but a good steak which would make anyone happy. Sides were good as well with mashed potatoes and sauteed mushrooms.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Hmmm what to say. Trying too hard maybe. My wedge salad, which is a steakhouse classic came with dill and picked onions. Not a good mix of flavor. My wife's filet was very good, will give them credit for that. The sides though weren't great. Asparagus was burnt and mushrooms weren't flavoured. I had the risotto - it was supposed to have truffles but there was no truffle flavour at all. Overall if you're thinking you are getting an old school steakhouse experience, you are not. The service was good though. Shout out to Josh with his chocolate milk mixing skills and Elena who took good care of us and addressed our food concerns without question.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Wonderful time. Food was exceptional. Service even more so. Elaine was absolutely perfect as was Eric. They made our son's birthday and graduation dinner, and his sister's graduation dinner very memorable. Thank you Elaine and Eric!
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