50 Best American Restaurants in Irvine

“had the ahi tuna salad. it was awesome.“

“Ate at the Jamboree location in Tustin and cashier Ali was courteous, kind, knowledgeable and very helpful in helping us understand the menu options. Even offered a couple samples to make sure we ordered something we’d enjoy. Great customer service!“

“It's worth your while to come and experience it.“

“Went with my parents for an early Christmas dinner and service was great… food was delicious… and atmosphere was on point!“

“The Melt has one of the best burgers Iv'e ever had. But you will pay a good price for them. Paid $60 for a family of 3 for lunch. Good clean seating and great staff!! Shakes & fries are really good too. Definitely a gourmet type burger. I had the mushroom burger and it was awesome.!!“

“This place is amazing. I go with with SHORT RIB MELT every time, the BEST sandwich I have ever had!!“

“I got their Tuna Salad sandwich and enjoyed it. It was filling for lunch. Parked in the parking garage - the parking ticket was validated upon request. Small menu. I saw past photos posted by other users on Google & Yelp showing a matcha drink, but when I inquired about it, they were not serving it. I did not see many salad options. I would not come back anytime soon because its not a convenient location and hours are also limited.“

“Great food, highly recommend the fried chicken. Servers are fantastic.“

“We got the out of sight out or mind or someone had a late night, service. Our server was nice but not really present. Sat outside and there were 3 other tables that were already eating. Not busy, but took 15+ min to get a menu and another 20 min to order. The food was great & will give it another try.“

“My wife & I have been eating at The Broken Yolk Cafe in Irvine for several years now and we absolutely love the delicious food and the wonderful service, particularly via our regular server Alicia. She has such a positive attitude and shares our love of dogs. She always makes sure to bring our dog Maizie a bowl of water and a pup cup whenever we go there. I cannot recommend this Broken Yolk location and Alicia enough.“

“Best comfort food ever! The thing I miss about living in California the most is the spaghetti grilled cheese at Burnt Crumbs. It will change your life. I would order three at a time and eat half a sandwich each day for lunch. If you guys wanna franchise in Detroit let me know lol 💯 💯 🔥 🔥“

“Great Food and atmosphere! Mosic was our server and he was awesome. Asked what we were into for both food and cocktails and his recommendations were spot on. The Panama Prescription was divine and I loved the shrimp and grits. My husband had the 12 hour short rib and I can’t tell you which was better. We will be back with friends!“

“The hotel is clean and hygienic. Quiet on vacation. Like🥰🥰“

“Great servers! Good food!“

“Had an amazing family dinner with my sisters here . The Food was delivered quickly and was delicious. Carrot cake is fabulous we ordered the 2 half garlic chicken and full rack family meal which comes with your choice of pasta , salad bread sticks. Added their yummy mashed potatoes also bbq salad with delicious dressing my favorite.“

“Wonderful time with grandson“

“If you stay here, ask for Stacey at the bar. Her customer service, pleasant disposition and ability to make you feel safe, celebrated and served is second to none. Best espresso martini and an original maitai to die for. You've gotta do happy hour. You've got to get to know her. Best thing about my visit. Really enjoyed this hotel and the bar!!“

“Went with my parents for an early Christmas dinner and service was great… food was delicious… and atmosphere was on point!“

“I had been eating lunch there for over eight years before our office relocated. The prices are great, the staff is friendly and remembers your preferences, and the food is both tasty and cleanly prepared. Order ahead from their app would help you skip the lunch time wait.“

“Great atmosphere and great service and good value.“

“Nice comfortable stay for business trip or in passing through to another location. Property smelled nice and felt very nice, clean, strong AC throughout. The room was well designed and very comfortable for our family of 3 staying in a King with sofa pull out. Very nice touch that the kitchen faucet was filtered water. The only downside if there is one is that the lobby area was a bit small for the breakfast area but it was fine during the week, I would imagine it could be a bit crammed on a busy weekend. Breakfast was adequate and a nice change from the typical free breakfast by offering made to order eggs and one sweet item (crepes). I would consider staying again if I was in the area.“

“Tasty food, fun atmosphere at 1pm midweek. Gloria, our host, friendly knowledgeable and attentive. Praise the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth who makes all experiences the best. BR great…w Jesus best“

“Most of the time, they have a good selection of food that tastes decent. They occasionally host event days featuring special dishes, which is a nice touch. However, it gets very busy around lunchtime, which is inconvenient because I often have to sit outside where there are many flies. Overall, the meal plans are quite expensive for the quality of food provided; in reality, you are paying for the convenience, with the ‘all-you-can-eat’ aspect being a nice bonus. My suggestion would be to add more indoor seating and rearrange the layout, as it is currently quite disorganized. Some areas become way too crowded, making it difficult to navigate through the space to get food during peak hours.“

“Enjoyed a delicious lunch combo special that included two sliders, 1/2 house salad, and a side (sweet potato fries). It was delicious, and a ton of food. Our bartender was super friendly and very attentive. Highly recommend this place if you're in Irvine.“

“Nice atmosphere, kind staffs and excellent foods. Steak is recommended especially chimichurri sauce was really good. Salmon with miso was also good. Menu is attached because it is hard to find the menu from their homepage.

In addition, for dining people, parking can be validated through their own parking lot.“

“Great food, nice clean place and fun atmosphere, I also like that we can eat outside. Great service!“

“Great service and amazing food“

“Very accommodating! Delicious! Beautiful plates and great service! Emily was great!“

“This is my go to place afterwork with my colleagues! We love the food, ambience and to top it off , the owner is a Dodger fan so he always has the game on. They have a great happy hour. I need a place like this closer to home but till then, love coming here.“

“Great food and easy going vibe“

“Had a great time having dinner with the steak was juicy and tender with an amazing great taste.“

“This Marriott hotel eatery felt calm and open, with valet service right at arrival. The space had a relaxed, airy energy, especially on a quiet Wednesday night.

Our attendant was kind, present, and made the entire meal feel smooth. Dishes arrived quickly, which we liked, as a few noisy kids were running around.

The food was truly pleasing. The sprouts had rich flavor, though a little oily. The thin-crust pizza was great for sharing, with plenty of tasty toppings. The star of the night was the ocean fish—cooked to perfection and paired extremely well with the greens on the side.

I would return again, especially if friends stay at the hotel.“

“This was our second year in a row hosting The Joyful Gala, and it was every bit as amazing as the first! The venue offers exceptional value for the lovely setting and the quality of the food. The location couldn't be more convenient and guests arrive at the top of the beautiful grounds feeling transported to a serene farm with plenty of parking that is free to your guests. There is ample outdoor space for the silent auction, mingling, and photo ops. The big red barn is full of character and charm, yet so versatile that it feels fresh and different each year. Alison is lovely to work with from the initial planning to every detail in the execution of the event. The catering and service staff are warm, responsive, and attentive to our guests expectations. For the quality of the space, service, and overall experience, the value is unbeatable. We look forward to coming back!“

“I love the cool clean freshness of modern architecture and light the restaurant provides; with a decided touch of old ranch atmosphere; you can be left alone to yourself, or join in community. The food is varied, always fresh, healthy, creative modern nouvelle cuisine along with more traditional dishes, the ingredients definitely high quality -California Sunshine. If you really wish to muse, meditate, read, or silently work, the place is surrounded by little nooks and crannies in the midst of nature. You can even lull yourself to a nap, abandoning all care for a few precious minutes. Or else you can sit outside in community, perhaps choosing a more intimate table conversational setting on certain days, resolving the woes or the theories our world is constructed on. All together a complete experience🙏 Thank you.“

“This was an experience!!! This was my first time here!! I will definitely be a life long customer!! I had the Honey Mustard chicken wings!! They were fantastic!!! They were perfectly fried and juicy!!! My daughter had the Spicy Crispy wings!!! The same thing,perfectly fried and juicy!!! I highly recommend this spot!!! It's worth the drive!!“

“We used Terrace Kitchen to cater our wedding and we were so impressed with their service. The food was amazing, served nicely and quickly for such a big wedding. Their staff were all very efficient and proactive with serving drinks and clearing things. The whole venue was kept very tidy throughout the day. Claudia was who we worked with to organise everything and her communication was great, so made everything very easy and nothing was a problem for her to change or organise. Thanks for helping up pull off a perfect day!“

“We are locals, and sometimes even walk over with the dog to sit outside and enjoy the outdoor tables, and the delicious sandwiches. They do a great job and always offer great service!“

“没事过来吃个牛排，味道很好，装修也不错，吃的很爽“

“wonderful food - never had a bad meal here. Their lentil soup is fantastic.“

“Best apartment in Irvine“

“This is a family owned establishment that truly puts the meaning to the phrase ‘Hidden Gem’. The food is prepared fresh and comes out hot. The best way to describe the menu and meals here is homestyle. I could eat here everyday. Everything is good. Prices are also better than any fast food. 11/10.“

“when they're at 11:00 a.m.. It was wonderful that my husband could get his chicken fried steak and I can get the bourbon chicken. Best of both worlds! very very very good“

“Always a good time at Yard House. The perfect place to watch any sports game, the entire place is filled with TVs that you can watch from any angle. The food is amazing, very delicious and filling. Classic American grub that comes at a fair price and big portions, they also have a gigantic selection of draft beer and other beverages. The place can get very busy but is huge and has plenty of seating and a large central bar. Staff are very helpful and friendly.“

“Had a most excellent Italian cappuccino with macadamia nut milk. Espresso was so smooth - just perfect. Thanks for the ❤️ you put into your shop.“

“Amazing sandwiches! Quick and delicious!“

“Hands down the absolute best place for quality of service and unbelievably tasty food. The steak, the fish, the vegetarian dishes are all beyond excellent. And the ambiance indoors and out is memorable. This is not merely a restaurant, it is an event.“

“Visited Georgia’s Restaurant at the Anaheim Packing House when I visited California, food is unreal 😍 can’t wait to visit again when I’m next in the US“

“when they're at 11:00 a.m.. It was wonderful that my husband could get his chicken fried steak and I can get the bourbon chicken. Best of both worlds! very very very good“