50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Irvine

“Had an amazing experience at Haidilao! The food was fresh, high quality, and there was a great variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables to choose from. The broth was flavorful, and everything came out quickly.

What really stood out was the exceptional customer service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and constantly checked to make sure we had everything we needed. They went above and beyond to make the dining experience enjoyable.

The restaurant was clean, well organized, and had a welcoming atmosphere. If you're looking for delicious hot pot and outstanding service, I highly recommend Haidilao. I'll definitely be coming back!“

“Best Raman in United States hands down!!! Make sure u add Black garlic and hot spicy sauce“

“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.!!“

“01SEP2024 | Nice to Meet You Skewer Hot Pot is a chic hotpot restaurant. My first impression was that it was clean, with delicious food and attentive service. The prices are just right for the quality of the food and ingredients. I would give it a 10 out of 10, and we will definitely be coming back.“

“The best pork chop I have ever had! Great atmosphere and kind staffs too I will definitely visit again 👍🏼“

“Really enjoyed the malatang here. The broth has great flavor with a good balance of spice and numbness, and the ingredients taste fresh and clean. Portions are generous and pricing feels fair. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back and try different combinations. Overall a solid spot for malatang.“

“Great service and reasonable prices“

“Always like coming here for a quick, fresh lunch while I’m working on UCI campus. I especially like the salads - falafel on a Mediterranean salad is delicious. Very friendly staff!“

“Great healthy food! Service was great.“

“We’re frequent patrons of Postino Wine Cafe on South Broadway, San Antonio, TX. Love the ambiance, food, wine & service. Last night we experienced them at their finest! Ray & Mark went above and beyond in making our daughter-in-laws 50th birthday celebration special. The 50th balloons, cake accessories, & gift card were unexpected & appreciated. This is a place to go for a special celebration! Chef Joseph prepared a variety of delicious boards & more. They truly give top notch attention to detail & service. Highly recommend!“

“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 💯 💯 🔥 🔥“

“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.“

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

“Fantastic Mediterranean food!! I had the gyro and my friend had the chicken kabobs. Both were amazing but I gotta say, hands down, the best gyro I ever had. It was huge and I actually ate it all! Service was amazing, everyone was so nice and we actually had the pleasure of meeting the owner, who was warm and welcoming as well. The baklava ice cream is a MUST TRY!

PS they have an enclosed patio which was perfect for friend's kids to play while we enjoyed our meal. Huge plus!“

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

“Such a cute spot next to UCI! The interior decor is gorgeous — such a vibe! They have beer, sake, and COFFEES! Everything on the menu looks soo good. Many of the rolls use the same ingredients so that’s an area for potential improvement, but didn’t take away from the experience.

Service was great, our server was very kind and attentive. I didn’t love that water for the table was already sitting on each table when we arrived, it looked like it had been there all day. The ginger and wasabi was a similar situation, it didn’t look fresh, but when we requested more the server immediately replaced it!

It was so quiet and chill in this area, and they have outdoor seating as well where families were hanging out. Very mellow and cute.

We were in the area for a concert, but would definitely return for Botan Sushi! Thank you!“

“The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the whole experience. The service felt professional but still warm and genuine.

The food was also fantastic, especially the California Roll and Mongolian Beef. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.

Great atmosphere, great team, great experience overall. I’ll definitely come back.“

“Loved everything about this place- wait staff was great, and food was delicious. Loved all the colors, flavors and textures of the dishes. We had two kids with us (under the age of 8), so smart to get their food first, and they loved the crayons and coloring book. I got the Beef Belly Bowl and Calamansi White Peach NA drink. So good!“

“The food is really good. Marking them down a star because I went during a lunch rush, and instead of taking your order at the counter, everyone was queued up near the door to order on the tablet ourselves... That definitely marred my experience.“

“Love the service and the food here. Their Arroz con pollo, and flan are to die for. As are other items on the menu. Even their bread and butter they serve just crazy delicious.“

“This restaurant is absolutely phenomenal. The atmosphere is warm and friendly which is evident from all interactions with every staff member. The food and service are excellent in every sense of the word. The bread and baklava were made fresh! The Turkish Delights were phenomenal. The owner and staff went to great lengths to make us feel comfortable and welcome, explaining the menu items in detail. We are so excited to have come across this gem!!! It is the type of culinary and cultural experience that my husband and I treasure. We will be coming again soon, both with and without friends! We can’t wait to try some of the items on the patio grill. :)“

“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“

“Good food and very friendly environment“

“I recently visited Mubong-ri Soondae-guk and decided to try their cheese tonkatsu instead of the usual soondae-guk, and I was pleasantly surprised by how satisfying the meal was. The breading on the pork cutlet was perfectly crispy, and once I cut into it, the generous amount of cheese inside melted out beautifully, adding a great visual appeal. The meat itself was tender and not chewy at all, making it a dish that anyone would enjoy, and the harmony with the provided sauce was excellent. Since it is a restaurant specializing in soondae-guk, I didn't have high expectations, but I was truly shocked by the high quality, which rivaled that of specialized tonkatsu restaurants. The savory flavor of the cheese filling the mouth was a real treat. If you are looking for a hearty and delicious meal, I highly recommend trying the cheese tonkatsu at Mubong-ri. I will definitely be coming back!“

“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.“

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

“Top tier Korean bbq restaurant where they cook everything for you and you just get to relax and enjoy. The meat quality is superb and the best option is the beef/pork combo. The side dishes are limited but easily made up for by the main dishes. The place gets very busy so it is best to make a reservation. The entire vibe is casual and all of the servers greet you when you walk in. Really great experience, service, vibe, and food. Best part is the ventilation above the grill is great and sucks up all the smoke effectively“

“Really impressed by how consistent this place is. I’ve ordered from multiple locations and the quality has always been solid. The Hainan chicken is flavorful, the broth is comforting, and everything tastes fresh. It’s healthy without feeling boring. Perfect quick lunch option when you want something filling but not too heavy.“

“Delicious sandwiches, amazing breakfasts, and the best glazed bacon you'll ever taste! Excellent service, and relaxed vibe! This place is a hidden gem!“

“I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for delicious food and an amazing quality . Every dish is incredibly fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The quality of the ingredients, the presentation, and the taste were all outstanding.
The staff is also very friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. Without a doubt, this is one of the best restaurants I’ve visited, and I will definitely be coming back again. If you love great food, this place is absolutely worth trying!“

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

“Our meal was delicious and the service was amazing“

“Fast and friendly service. I like the current loyalty points system- so much easier than hunting for an app, login info, rewards, erc. All you need is your phone number. I got the protein bowl with chicken and it was excellent. Nice and bright inside too. They do school fundraisers which brought me out to lunch today, and the experience was well worth it.“

“First time here and love this place new favorite pokey spot. Kye told me he could make me a really good bowl and he made me his bowl. The chef introduced himself and advised me the salmon was fresh. Amazing bowl for an amazing price my new spot.“

“I give 5 stars for this restaurant from the Deliamar shop with support and respect Great food and great service.“

“Every dish I ordered was goooood. My favorites were the Dumplings and the noodles. The noodles had an amazing texture and flavor of the broth was light. Beef wrap was good but a little dry. After asking for dipping sauce it was perfect. Fried pork chop was yummy! I’ll be coming back to try their other items for sure.“

“I cannot say/express/rave enough about the food and flavors!!! Exceptional
The chef has mastered balancing the flavors and this was a wonderful birthday discovery!!!
Best restaurants have gone to after six years and the last one was Joel Robuchon. This was phenomenal!!!“

“Great food and easy going vibe“

“The restaurant also has complimentary bread 🥖 with olive oil.“

“I’m really glad we found this place, and it’s highly recommended if you are slightly adventurous and trying out some ethnic Chinese flavors.

Everything we ordered was excellent. We knew the crispy lamb buns (aka Chinese Burger) was going to be good, but not sure about the $20 fried pork which was #1 chef recommendations, it turned out to be delightful.

The lamb soup came out first, it was tasty and refreshing, Liang pi was cool, you don’t get it in many places. String beans were nicely done, a delicious necessity to balance out the meal.

The first bite of crispy lamb buns was a delightful surprise: crunchy layered thin bread and lamb with slightly cumin, it was an amazing feast.

Fried pork is an even more interesting surprise that I would not spoil. Ha ha. Try it to find out!

Service was fine, we were seats and water was provided quickly. Orders are done by scanning QR code, browsing the online menu, and order directly. I find this efficient but lacking some personal interactions.

We did purposely ordered a lot for the two of us, we obviously didn’t finish. I was surprised the bill wasn’t as much as I expected. We got a lot of leftovers to go and enjoyed rest at home.“

“Great vibes, great service, especially Daniel! the food for brunch, lunch and Dinner is what keeps us thinking of our next visit !this place is about to go off!“

“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.“

“Jarred was wonderful. Did not rush us. Was fully aware of the history of the restaurant and positive about the future. Mario assisted and was very attentive. We love that the tomato & onion salad is back. And Jarred had the bartender fix the perfect Blueberry Mojito! The Butterfish was nicely prepared but a bit salty. But that could just be me. And a squeeze of lemon juice did the trick! We look forward to coming back soon.“

“The hotpot I eat most often with friends is Lao Pier. The first time I ate flying pancakes was at Lao Pier. Now that I think about it, it still tastes delicious.“

“Great food, you get a lot of food for your money! Had the Chicken Katsu, came with the chicken, rice, some vegetables and broth. A great amount of food for the price. Great Customer Service. Located inside the WestPark Plaza. Lots of options to choose from and this is a sure bet.“

“We’ve walked by this place many times and finally decided to try it! The food was delicious, some favorites were the chicken karaage, kureji toro roll, and the lemon pepper roll. Our server Kaho was very friendly and attentive. Will be back!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Best Ramen spot I've ever been to. Love the thin soft noodles and broth is delicious!!! This is one of our top weekly spots especially with this cold weather, absolutely perfect!!“

“This bagel shop is an absolute gem. The bagels are consistently fresh with a wide variety of options to choose from, and their cream cheese toppings are truly amazing. Their refreshing glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice or some of the best coffee in Irvine. My favorite bagels are the dried tomato as well as the garlic.
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