50 Best Salad Restaurants in Irvine

“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!“

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

“Danielle S went above and beyond during our visit. When the gyro was unavailable, she made a thoughtful customer-focused decision. She handled the situation confidently, showed great judgment, and clearly put customer satisfaction first. Her decision-making and leadership mindset show she has the potential to be a strong supervisor or manager in the near future.“

“There was a Croutons on UCSD's campus about 11 years ago and when they got rid of it, I was gutted! I thought I lost my go-to spot for good, fresh salads, sandwiches, and ultimate favorite soup!

WRONG! I moved back up to LA/OC county and realized they have a location in Irvine! I missed it so much.

Their chicken wild rice soup is beyond great and so delicious! And their brownie bites are just to die for.

The service was very nice, even handling a lunch rush in Irvine's busy business area.

It's located in a center with other food options, and it looks to have plenty chairs and tables for seating.“

“Excellent! Googled for a place next to my car dealership and The Breakfast Club came up.. super fresh.. lovely guy who runs the place sincerely wants to feed you the best quality..
In an industrial park.. but I’d come back when in the area!!
PS the avocado toast was ON POINT!“

“Cava is the ultimate Mediterranean destination for fresh, flavorful meals tailored to your taste. If you love the freedom to create your own dishes, Cava offers a “build-your-own” bowl experience, similar to Chipotle, where you can choose from a variety of grains, proteins, dips, and toppings to craft a meal that’s truly your own. Every ingredient is carefully prepared to highlight the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, from tender grilled chicken and slow-roasted lamb to crisp vegetables, savory spreads, and zesty dressings.

For those moments when time is tight, Cava also offers chef-crafted bowls that are ready to enjoy, combining perfectly balanced flavors in convenient, satisfying meals. Whether you’re in the mood for something hearty, light, or packed with bold Mediterranean spices, there’s a bowl for every appetite.

What sets Cava apart is its commitment to fresh ingredients, customizable options, and authentic flavors, making it more than just a meal—it’s a culinary experience. Perfect for a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, or even meal prep for the week, Cava makes it easy to enjoy wholesome, delicious Mediterranean food exactly how you like it.“

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

“I was craving Greek food, needed something quick, and I found this place based on reviews. Everything we ordered (combination gyro, Greek salad, combination plate) was on point and fresh, and the waiter who took my order was very friendly and polite. I would definitely go back again soon.“

“Great place! Ambience was outstanding. Food was good. Chicken and waffles is the go to dish. Waffles were nice and thick. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Our waiter (Dylan) was awesome! Thank you for a wonderful experience. We will be coming back!“

“Party of 6 went for lunch at 2pm on a Sunday in December. The restaurant is very spacious, with multiple rooms, and we were able to find a large booth pretty easily. In true Olive Garden fashion, we were given an endless supply of warm breadsticks with creamy alfredo sauce, and I am sure I had 4 of them after my 10k run earlier. Some of us had the salad, others soup, and again, we were given a huge bowl of salad which was refilled once as well. It was pretty delicious. I had the spaghetti and meatballs entree, which was very good in both quantity and quality as well. Our server was very friendly, and kept inquiring repeatedly if we needed anything. Great experience, and before tips, it came to around 25 bucks per person, including some iced teas that some folks got.“

“Better than Halal Guys. Yeah I said it. Go taste for yourselves.“

“The Kabob Shop never disappoints! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Big shoutout to Rayna for her amazing customer service—she was super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!“

“This is my go-to spot on the way to work! The staff are always polite, friendly, and greet you with a smile. Great selection of drinks and cakes, and everything is consistently fresh and delicious. Definitely one of my favorite places to stop by for a quick treat or coffee.“

“We came from Vegas and were craving pizza! We found them because of their reviews and we don't regret it because It was such a great experience, the calzone was delicious! As well as the ceaser salad with chicken and added shrimp, the meats were so we'll seasoned, and we also tried the cannoli and my husband fell in love with the filling! We got helped by Cesar, he was so helpful & attentive, we can't wait to come back again, would definitely recommend coming!“

“unique cocktails, blts, chicken sandwiches“

“Just so happen to be in this area decided to give this spot a try. I’m glad I came and will definitely return in the future. The food looks and tastes fresh with just the right amount of each ingredient. The portion was slightly more than expected but I’m a big back so no worries there. Jose was awesome and explained the menu since it was my first time. I got the San Diego with lamb/beef meat choice and it was delicious not dry and full of flavor!Overall I loved everything!!!“

“Exelente servicio y muy deliciosas pizzas 🍕“

“The soup, the salad, the sandwich, and John along with all the service team!!“

“I eat here a couple of times a week. It's so healthy and delicious. The Poke burrito rocks!“

“My firm has been a tenant here for several years and in two different suites. Office rent and ancillary costs are very reasonable, leasing office staff is always helpful and accommodating, and any needed repairs are addressed promptly. 10/10 would highly recommend!“

“👍🍕🍕🍺Great pizza with a vet & first responders discount!“

“Come try it out! Santa Barbara Char and Chicken Club are my all time favorite“

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

“I LOVE JANS
Ive tried so many things on the menu and everything is SO fresh and so good!! It’s the perfect post gym protein meal/snack to get.
I loveeeee their chicken salad, my favorite way to have it is with their protein salad and it’s delicious and I don’t like salads so that says a lot. And then they add this crunchy chinoa on top and its chefs kiss. If you’re in Irvine, you need to check this spot out!
And the service here is just as refreshing as their food, they’re so nice! A must try!!!“

“Love the Monster! Turkey, ham, roast beef, swiss and avocado! yum!“

“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.“

“Robata Wasa at the Irvine Spectrum is such a solid spot if you’re craving quality sushi with a fun, energetic vibe. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels elevated but still relaxed. dim lighting, modern decor, and a lively buzz that makes it perfect for a night out with friends or a casual date night.

The fish is incredibly fresh. You can taste the quality immediately, buttery salmon, clean and slightly sweet hamachi, and melt-in-your-mouth toro that doesn’t need anything extra. Every piece of nigiri was balanced and beautifully presented, and you can tell they really take pride in their seafood selection.

Service was also top-tier. The staff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They checked in at the perfect times and gave great recommendations without being pushy.

Overall, Robata Wasa delivers on all fronts, fresh fish, creative dishes, great service, and a cool atmosphere right in the heart of the Spectrum. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.“

“Best Cobb salads!!! Plus free shakes on your half birthdays! 😀“

“Great experience here! We love eating here when we come from out of town but I messed up ordering on the website and picked boneless instead of bone in on over half our wings but they fixed it without any issues!
Great service! Needless to say we will be more careful next time.
Great wings and food as always!“

“Love this place! Food is always great. Made fresh. Staff are always nice and give great service. My favorite thing to get here is the TUNA MELT! I am not a fan of tuna at all until I had theirs. There are times where they will run out because they make a certain amount of tuna salad for the day. Not complaining about that, I just know that it was made fresh that day, so I definitely love it! So order ahead by calling in. If you're not a fan of it at all, give any of their sandwiches a try and ask them to add that chipotle sauce, changes everything, you will thank you me later. If you are in the Irvine area, give them a try!

Kid-friendliness: They have baby seat chairs for dine-in and kid friendly items as well.

Parking: Since this is a small cafe surrounded by business establishments it will be difficult to park but it is fortunate that you do not have to pay for any parking. Usually people come to just pick up and go so parking isn't usually a problem.“

“Very sweet cashiers, amazing customer service. First time visiting this location and had amazing food. Sat outside which most places call you to go inside to pick up your food, not here. They brought our food to us and gave restaurant-like service asking every so often if we needed anything!“

“Rubios Coastal Grill is a great choice in the fast casual restaurant segment. The menu is simple: tacos, burritos, and quesadillas, with the usual appetizers you know and love.

The chips and guacamole taste fresh, and I like that I don't have to look for jalapeños so I can share with my kids.

The burritos were flavorful and the ingredients tasted fresh. They do manage to put plenty of meat in the burritos and it didn't leave us feeling like they had shorted some ingredients.

Our host was friendly and did us a great service of providing some advice that saved us some money. Looking out for the customer is a rare gift and we're glad she was engaged with our order to recognize the opportunity.

The restaurant is well-maintained. Our table had been cleaned just before we sat down. The salsas were fresh, and there really was no mess anywhere. As with any fast casual place, the atmosphere is not jarring and allows you to enjoy your meal at a reasonable pace. However, like all other similar restaurants, you will not stay longer that necessary.“

“Great service and amazing food“

“Such a positive experience with Justin..such a sunburst hearted human with being so warm & welcoming with Sunnie shine guidance with menu , being an Ahhmazing listener and prepared my husbands ‘ samitch like a true artist

Thanks for having such an impact on my day with Justin being a real dillio kind hearted along with such a work ethic that he should be proud of since others just get thru the day without having compassion for customers

Keep it up Justin and especially the manager who gives this location a positive vibe with everyone being a team

Aileen & Connie are Starburst Gals that put so much Love and tender lovin care into preparing comfort food and being such warm hearted young ladies that have such a unique work ethic which is obvious with their vibrancy with smiles“

“Best clam chowder and Michael is awesome. Attentive and helpful.“

“I was a patient at Hoag Irvine. For lunch I decided to have delivery from this Japanese restaurant.
All I can say was that I'm glad I did.
The sushi was very tasty and fresh with nice size portions. I'll be back with friends minus the hospital stay.

Cheers“

“Great 👍 n very patient servers! Always helpful.“

“If you're bulking, this place is your new friend. This is the kind of meal that makes you want to skip the shower and just eat 2500 calories of heavenly, saucy chicken and fries in one sitting. Great portions and sauce choices. If you’re not at the Buffalo Spot after your gym session you’re doing it wrong.“

“Each of the people that prepared our pizza were top tier!!! They prepared it so fast and as ordered. The guy cooking 12 pizzas at once cooked every single one perfectly while the woman doing the final prep was methodically managing the final steps. It was great teamwork, my pizza was ready in like 8 minutes and they all seemlessly performed their role!!! My son loved the pineapple pizza too.“

“Founded in 2012 and with locations nationwide, The Pizza Press wants you to "be newsworthy" by creating your own custom pizza/wings or selecting a signature pizza/salad and pairing with one of the many craft beers on tap. The restaurant theme is inspired by 1920s Americana newspaper which explains why their signature pizzas have names like "The Times" and "The Tribune".

We visited the Woodbridge location off Barranca Parkway for dinner after catching a movie at the AMC next door. The restaurant was busy and looked to be popular among local teenagers and families. There's also a playground conveniently located outside. We ordered the Publish Your Own (PYO) Pizza and topped it with fresh and premium ingredients like spicy red sauce, minced garlic, mozzarella, pepperoni, smoked ham, bacon, meatballs, mushrooms and jalapeños. Service was friendly and efficient. If you're a fan of the 'build your own pizza' concept and you've never been before, then it's time to check out The Pizza Press!“

“This review posted on 09/26 is a major shout out to Alfredo at this Habit location. Been coming here for lunch for awhile now and it's clear to see that Alfredo goes the extra mile and beyond for the customers. He shows great leadership skills and executes his position with precision and he cares to make sure you have the best experience and I would give him more stars if I could. Keep up the great work!.“

“Very tasty. I enjoyed. Thanks“

“Hello, I just wanted to come here to express my feelings about my expierence in this chic fil A, I went through the drive-thru in this location yesterday and I had the best experience I have had in a drive-thru for a while, there was this gentleman working alone outside, his name was Abdul, he was very patient and polite with us taking a while to order, even though he was alone, he provided us with a great experience and great service, the order was 100% accurate and he helped me understand all about the rewards in the app, he's a very nice person and cares about the guest's feelings, from now on this is the location I will be headed to for drive-thru orders.

Thank you for your kindness.“

“没事过来吃个牛排，味道很好，装修也不错，吃的很爽“

“Picked up a medium daWorks pizza for dinner. Ready in 15 mins or so.

Cooked well and had plenty of cheese and toppings on it.

Their pizza is really good, with a nice crust, but it is up there in price. Definitely recommend it, but just be ready to pay for quality.“

“Convenient location, wasn't as busy as the parking lot indicated, the atmosphere and service was wonderful. They were able to handle my special order with no pickles. Hot and fresh really friendly, cheerful staff. Grandkids love the peppermint milkshake and kids meal“

“Affordable menu, healthy dining options, tasty hamburger, and friendly service 👍“

“First time there yesterday. Delic!! Staff was Fabulous!! Especially Ashley!!“

“Corner Bakery is one of those places that always feels warm and welcoming. The atmosphere is cozy, casual, and perfect for everything from a quick breakfast to a relaxed lunch. The pasta dishes are especially comforting—fresh, flavorful, and portioned generously. Pairing them with their signature soups or salads makes for a really satisfying meal.

The staff is friendly and attentive, and food usually comes out quickly, even during busier hours. I also love that they have plenty of healthier options alongside the more indulgent ones, so it’s easy to find something for every mood.“

“The server gave me a fresh bowl of water and I was so happy!🐕“