“The food is amazing. Very authentic pizza and the homemade pastas are unique and flavorful. The only downside on the menu is dessert. There is a hazelnut chocolate torte that tastes waxy, the panna cotta is good but not great and they add a lot of unnecessary toppings like black sesame seeds, and finally the gelato was icy, not creamy. I won't stop coming here because of the dessert but just be forewarned. If it's your birthday just hope they have tiramisu which is often the dessert of the day and quite good. Also, I don't understand the need for club music. It takes away from the ambiance. We always opt to sit outside where we can hear one another and they are more than accommodating.“
Pizza Takeaway • $
“As someone who moved to California from New Jersey, I have pretty high pizza standards and have had a tough time finding a go-to spot that tastes like home….until NOW!!! One bite of the cheese pizza transported me back to NY. I live in LA and will happily make the 1.5 hour trip back to Brooklyn City Market any time, it’s really that worth it!!!“
“Vegetarian options: I can't honestly speak to this since I don't pay attention to it.Dietary restrictions: I asked about ingredients that my guests couldn't have and was graciously accommodated.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessibility from the front patio, through the restaurant to the back patio and at least the one bathroom I used.“
“Best pizza my family & I have ever had & we eat a lot of pizza! The crust was perfect, not to thin & not to thick. Total perfection. The ingredients on the pizza were fresh.This is definitely a great place to eat. The atmosphere was excellent. We will be telling all our friends to try this place. Definitely worth every penny!“
“What a wonderful evening at Piccolino. We were greeted by Aiden and McKenna and taken to a wonderful booth. Shelby was our amazing server. We also chatted with Sal, Jeff, and Devore. All wonderful people. We started with Patron Silver with three limes muddled and mint mixed with Pelligrino and the eggplant souffle. The drinks and appetizer were fantastic. We also had the bruscheta, which was quite tasty. Shelby stopped back by, and we ordered the main entrees. My wife ordered the Dover sole special, and I had the pasta wrapped lobster and crab. Juan Carlos delivered our entrees and de-boned the Dover sole tableside. The entrees were prepared and presented exquisitely and tasted amazing. We finished the evening with coffee and spumoni. Jeff stopped back by, and we had a wonderful conversation and appreciated his hospitality and kindness. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this fine establishment.“
“Owner is passionate about making the freshest tastiest pizza on the planet. Plus his creativity on his pizza specialties are not only sumptuous but you won’t find them in any other pizza spot. Great food … great people … give ‘em a try !“
“Discovered this gem with a bakery butter cream sign, and hands down, it serves the best pizza I've ever had!Thanks to my boyfriend's knack for finding hidden culinary treasures, we stumbled upon this place that managed to surprise even this seasoned traveler who frequents NYC, Miami, and LA. We indulged in a mouthwatering burrata pizza and a classic cheese pizza – both absolutely divine. The flavors were a delightful surprise, making this spot an instant favorite. A must-try for pizza enthusiasts seeking a unique and satisfying experience!“
“We celebrated a family birthday on a Monday night. The manager, Erick made it so easy and convenient to order food in advance and staff made sure it was all served as we arrived and it was warm and delicious. I'm surprised more people don't know about this great pizza parlor. Thank you Erick and staff for making it so memorable. We'll definitely be back.“
“Honestly I was skeptical at first glance of the meat lover pizza sitting on display as it didn’t look too appetizing BUT BOY WAS I WRONG ! The pizza ended up being delicious! And we ended up getting a couple slices of spinach and feta cheese as well and that was great too !“
“Excellent meal and service! Ordered the Parlor salad, Bucatini all Amatriciana, and Guanciale pizza. Salad- great assortment of greens with fresh mozzarella and salami calabrese Bucatini- Pasta was cooked al dente with loads of Guanciale and pomodoro to make the dish extra special Pizza- Love the San Marzano tomatoes and the Fresno Chile/olive combination. Great crust with that char fired crust“
“its been a year and a half since I have been here yet their food still tastes excellent! The calamari is the best appetizer you can get in my opinion. I loved the marinara sauce that came with it. I ordered some type of truffle pasta and they did not skip out on the truffle!! Biggest amount of truffle I have seen a restaurant give. My dad ordered a shrimp type of pasta and that was also delectable. For a dessert, we ordered the chocolate tart and it was so good!! This restaurant is on the pricer side yet still amazing!!“
“Well pizza is good better than most this review is for the order takers or the person making the pizza. Someone needs to start paying attention. Your pizzas are not cheap and are decent quality si when some one is dropping almost 100 bucks on pizza the least you can do is add the extra cheese they pay for or any other toppings. This was the 4th time I ask for extra cheese and seems like you keep adding less. Its no the money i just hate getting robbed. Not asking for anything free just what we pay for“
“Wow, we're so glad there's an Oliver's location in Irvine now! The food was incredibly delicious and flavorful, and the service was fantastic. You know how sometimes you get the feeling that the staff don't really want to be there? Everyone we interacted with seemed like they were happy to be there. Makes such a huge difference in someone's dining experience! Ambiance was upscale but not stuffy or stiff. Very fun and delicious place to enjoy a meal with friends or family, or even a business lunch. The complimentary house bread was so yummy, especially when paired with their savory olive tapenade. It's hard to resist filling up on bread. We started with a beet salad which was an amazing blend of flavors and textures, thanks to the thinly sliced beets, creamy cheese, and slightly candied walnuts. Fantastic salad that I would order again and again. For mains, we shared: Hokkaido Scallops from Oliver's Trattoria's Truffle Menu: shockingly delicious! The sweetness of the Hokkaido Scallops played perfectly with the truffle (not overpowered at all) and creamy sauce. The sauce was soooo tasty, we dipped pizza crust into it to make sure we didn't waste any of it, lol. A pricey dish but so well-executed and worth every penny. Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese: delicious savory meat sauce that covers nice al dente pasta. Sooo good and a must for Bolognese lovers. Chitarra Pomodoro: a signature for a reason and you can really taste the difference with fresh pasta. Margherita Pizza: sometimes the simple classics are the best, and this Margherita is no exception. Perfect pillowy crust texture on the edges, and a nice thin crust throughout most of the pizza. So delicious and we'll be ordering this whenever we crave pizza! For desserts, we shared 3, and each of us had a different favorite even though we agreed all of them were delicious, so you know they were all good in their own ways! Tiramisu: so creamy and decadent without being too sweet! Probably the best version of a classic Tiramisu I've had. Cheesecake: also not too sweet! Lovely flavors and crust. Tortino di Cioccolato: a chocolate lover's dream! And the gelato is a delicious complement as well. We can't wait to come back!“
“Angelina's is absolutely delightful and delicious! There's a lot of good food in Irvine, but this is a spot I definitely want to go back to. My chicken entree was some of the best cooked chicken I've ever had; it was a huge cut that was succulent and juicy. I was a bit worried about it being flavorless since I got the Calabrese sauce on the side, but even without it the taste was decadent. The salumi board and cheeses were also a hit, as was the burrata. I definitely stuffed myself with cheese and do not regret it in the slightest. I will say my drink wasn't the most exciting, but for one drink I definitely felt like there was a good amount of alcohol in it. Service, especially with drunks was also a little bit slow and they were bringing out drinks 1-2 at a time, but we had a large party on a week night and it looked like the bar only had one worker so it wasn't a big deal, I am understanding of that! All in all I really liked this spot and want to try more of their menu.“
Italian • $$
“Met a friend for happy hour at the bar. The female bartender was very friendly and acknowledged my presence immediately. Since the restaurant wasn't busy, my drink was made quickly. The happy hour menu has a nice selection of food choices to choose from and I ordered the cheese pizza which was excellent. Just the right amount of sauce and cheese on top of a delicious thin crust. As for the ambiance, it's a fairly typical bar with at least 8 seats at the bar and enough tables to seat multiple parties. If you're looking for good food, a cold drink and a local place to meet a friend, give Antonucci's a try.“
“Yummy! I ordered their Margarita pizza, light on the cheese, extra basil. I phoned ahead, and it was just out of the oven when I arrived. The pizza was just as I ordered it, and it was delicious. My hairdresser is just across the street, so I will make this my monthly pizza fix.“
“Came on a whim and discovered a local gem. Ordered a veggie pizza and I gotta say, one of the better ones I've tried as of late. Dough was airy and ingredients were balanced. The pink sauce was surprisingly a win for the taste buds and we're sure to return for Jay's pizza. Decor was vibrant and atmosphere was fun with an attentive staff.“
“Curry pizza is a nice edition to our Lake Forest offerings of hip food! The pizza came out with a crisp bottom, dough and cheese were super fluffy and soft, and the crust was bomb and crunchy. We got the half-half pizza of Malai chicken and Curry Chicken Masala. The flavor of the Curry Chicken Masala was better. Overall I liked the pizza except for the dry chicken breast pieces. The chicken came in cube shapes and was dry, and maybe next time I'd prefer to get a vegetarian pizza without the dry chicken. We also got an order of 20 wings! And I actually thought the wings were wayy better than the actual pizza. The flavor on the wings was packed compared to the pizza. The pizza had a lighter offering of flavor. If you'd prefer to just try Indian flavors and want to order a variety so you can try every Indian flavor, then I definitely reccommend the wings over the chicken.“
“I have ordered delivery a few times from this location for my staff, and each time our order has been correct and our food has been prepared perfectly. We have had the same delivery guy each time and he always friendly and pleasant. Round table the favorite pizza for most my staff, so when it’s right and the service is great, it just makes it that much better. Thank you for being great with the service and quality and getting us through our tough days at work. The food and service always helps us have a better day.“
“Beautiful Italian menu with lots of variety. No beach view but still close to the shore. Service was really nice... polite, engaging, attentive. We had the meatball sandwich, three pizzas, the bread, chicken parmesan and the ravioli. Everyone enjoyed their meals, although there was agreement that the food was just slightly under seasoned. Great spot for a quick lunch. The favorite was the chicken parmesan.“
“Best pizza in Orange County! Not just my opinion but food critics all throughout California agree. I love the way Lunitas captures some of the Hispanic flavor into traditional style pizza to make a very unique experience. Highly recommend!!!“
Pizza • $
“Convenient place for a good sandwich or slice of pizza.They have a free trivia night on Thursdays at 7.Clean restaurant and restrooms.Dietary restrictions: There are Gluten Free pizza crusts available. Not sure about prevention practices regarding cross-contamination for celiacs.“
“Been going to this place for years and it is such an amazing experinces. The Family that owns it is always friendly and present in his business. The food is amazing and addicting and I HIGHLYYYY RECOMMENDDDDD! This place is great for parties and sports events and even just a family lunch or dinner! <3Vegetarian options: Gas an amazing gluten free veggi pizza!!!!Kid-friendliness: plenty of games for kids“
“My go-to place for the best Italian food in Orange county. It's worth the 30-minute drive it takes me to get there. I have been going there for 30 years and it's still the same hospitable restaurant with good food and good service.Parking: There is some parking on the side and around the back.“
“Pizza was good. Asked for a well done thick pizza and they got it perfect with a crispy crust. I have seen pizza getting a little bit stretchy/rubbery after being refrigerated overnight but the pizza I got stayed the same even after 2 nights of refrigeration . This was a pleasant surprise and a sign of well made pizza.“
“Got my food to go during lunch. The pics don’t do justice as it’s in to go containers, but the taste…. Oh my, the flavor! They treated me real nice and albeit small the restaurant was very nice. If I was a local, this would be a date night special for certain.“
“I don't normally write reviews, but I had to this time. Came for my first time here a couple nights ago. 1. Extremely good service by a young man named Jordan. I think that's his name, he was the host. He was very professional and friendly. We were about to leave because we were hungry and there was a 30 min wait. But I asked Jordan, and he assured me that the food was great, so we waited it out. 2. I did not expect the PASTA to be so good. I ordered a bolognese, pesto, and red sauce pasta(for dairy intolerance people) and it honestly was the best pasta I've had in a while. I didn't even expect my red pasta to come with meatballs. It was beyond 3. Amazing service from Javier. No questions asked. Explained everything. 4. Restroom area was pretty sick too. Just had to throw it in. The lighting in the restaurant was amazing and so nice at night time. Definitely coming back. Seriously, thanks Jordan. I've also recommended many of my friends to North Italia.“
“Prego is simply a class-act establishment with delicious food! The service is always top notch and atmosphere is perfect. Where other restaurants are so loud you have to scream at each other across the table (why go out if you can't communicate with the people you are dining with?) the noise level is nice and quiet and they even have a covered patio with fireplace. Perfect spot for nice lunches, easy or formal dinners and special occasions.“
“Crunchy crust and flavourful pizzas. Love their meatball ricotta and bronx bomber pizza.Their pinwheel pizza is also a must-try! It’s like a small version of a deep dish pizza, it’s filled with tons of cheese, and the crust is buttery and soft.“
“The menu is hard to read so either look at it online or be prepared to squink. The seating is a pretty crowded configuration but there is additional seating outside which is nice unless it's raining. Limited coffee bar selection, and they do not serve food in the order it is placed. I ordered an omelette and it took about 25 minutes to get it, while other guests who came after go there's before me. Also, I noticed with larger parties, because the dishes don't come out in order, it is pretty common for at least one or more of the guests to be left without their food forcing the rest of the part to start beforehand. The actual food was good so maybe opt for take out from this location.“
“Staff: They were nice. Really limited interaction as you order and sit down. The food is brought to you. Quality/Quantity: The pizza here is delicious for sure. It is a thinner crust with many many different options. We opted for 3 extra large pizzas (pepperoni, works, and the show. All were really good. Value: Fair as far as I'm concerned. Overall: I definitely will be back. Good pizza, arcade, nice staff, and plenty of options to from. It definitely had a family ambiance which is nice. Sorry forgot to take photos of the food.“
“OC Pizza was always a place I saw near by when I would do my laundry at the laundry mat next over. Let me just say I hate doing laundry, but the best part is coming to get good pizza and amazing secret sauce. I may not be a sports fan but I am a fan of this establishment. I saw they sell fried zucchini and that's on my next try for the following visit. The young lady that works there is really polite!!! Thank you!!!“
“I was really happy with the food and the service, and the lunch special was reasonable. . A colleague of mine recommended the meatball sandwich, which is a little unique. It has sautéed peppers in it. A Delicious twist. I really enjoyed it. My company always gets Catering from here, their empanadas are fantastic. The food was so good that I brought a group of colleagues back the next day. I tried the pastrami sandwich, which was good, but not as good as the meatball.“
“Went with a friend for Orange County Restaurant Week. We each had one of their three course meals. I had Caesar salad, grilled salmon with sautéed spinach and roasted potatoes. For dessert I had their cheesecake with strawberries. My meal was very good. Their bread was a nice addition to my meal. My friend had the minestrone soup, chicken and mushrooms with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Everything was cooked very well. The sauce on the plate was heavenly. Her dessert was tiramisu, which was yummy. All in all, we had a really good dinner with very good service. The people who cleared the tables and refilled glasses were particularly attentive. This was a very enjoyable experience and we will be returning.“
“We love Briccio! They have live entertainment, the owner goes around to say hi to everyone, they remember their customers and the food is great. We just had their butter cake - the most delicious butter cake I ever had. Definitely a neighborhood gem.“
“My spouse exposed me to this amazing place a few years ago. The empanadas are the best I’ve ever had in OC. Luckily I work right next to them now so every so often I like to get some norteña empanadas or their ham & cheese sandwiches from the fridge. Every meal I’ve had from here has always been a hit & the workers are very nice as well.“
“I almost don’t want to leave a review because it will inevitably mean more people come to the restaurant, but there simply is no better New York style pizza in Southern California that I’ve been able to find. The owner is great, the value is good, the pizza is amazing. Be sure and come for the lunch special, and make sure one of your slices is the house pizza. You won’t regret it. Just please don’t come too often, I don’t want a long line when I come here twice a week.“
“The Pizza is pretty good. It is the only thing I have gotten here. Naturally with it being in the spectrum, it is going to be more crowded during the evenings and when work is over for the day. The wait can get very long so be ready for that.“
“Our new favorite restaurant! Two trusted foodie friends recommended this place, and it did not disappoint. Everything that we ordered was delicious. Drinks were incredible, too. Our server was so helpful, charming, and made the evening a lot of fun. Will absolutely go back. Highly recommend!“
“Love the food here! Their hatch burger was really good especially the burger buns are amazing!I understand they don’t customize per your request as mentioned on their menu but we asked for ketchup they didn’t have. We asked for extra hot sauce they gave us a few drops of it in the little sauce cup (came across as rude). We requested for extra kimchi in their kimchi ramen they couldn’t fulfill that request as well.I may go again for its food but I’d hope for more hospitable behavior next time.Vegetarian options: It’s all vegan“
“I decided to pick up an order before going to my doctors appointment. Was able to place the order online and then easily picked it up. Was able to get a plate and cheese. They included naps and a menu which is great. Would definitely recommend this place. The food is tasty. I would definitely come back.“
“i came because "haha, funny peppinos pizza tower gif, haha" but it was actually really good. really good sauce and dough was chewy but soft, super good pizza for real. if yall is coming from mexico or from like i5 check this place out frfr on god no cap. also funny pizza tower hahahaha so funny“
“A coworker and I stopped in for lunch on a Friday. We were promptly seated at a cute table by the window so it was nice people watch. We both ordered the lunch special which was half a pizza and salad for the great price of $12. Everything tasted amazing and we also shared a bottle of your French Rose. From beginning to end this has by far a very nice lunch with great ambiance and great service. We will definitely be back soon.“
“I have a picky palate, and Sal's is my new favorite pizza restaurant. I just wish they were more conveniently located, because at this time, I must park one or two floors down and finding parking is not so friendly. They do have nice table seating inside. I also buy pizza here and take it into the movie theater next door, because they allow it. Better and cheaper food, why not?Kid-friendliness: The place is PG.“
“Wow! This little gem in Lake Forest. We were running errands and it was cold and cloud day so we pulled into this cozy Italian restaurant! We were greeted by Zachary. He was incredible! He has THE BEST customer service. I knew I was going to leave a 5 star review before we even ordered. My husband wanted a Bloody Mary but can't handled spicy ones. Zachary offered to bring a sample of the base and the bartender even came over to chat about it. Btw if you like a little spice in your bloody, order it! It had the best flavor and was handmade. The food was amazing, the restaurant was clean and charming and Zachary was just so good at his job! We stayed way longer than we normally would because it was so comfortable and a place where you just want to take your time. We will absolutely will be back and look forward to another perfect experience! Portions were generous, the pizza was so good, as well as the pasta fazool, amazing! Super fresh salad, bread was fresh and warm. Go here! Ask for Zachary and enjoy a cocktail by an exceptional bartender!!“
“We were passing through Irvine and looked for good "homemade" food. It was delicious, Greek salad was fresh and tasty, Alfredo pasta with chicken, spaghetti Parmesan was also delicious and freshly made. Philly steak was decent, my husband was not fan of the bread used. Pizza was also good and tasty. Service was great, friendly. Nice and clean restaurant. We were there Friday around 5:30pm sitting alone but people coming in and out like crazy for pick ups, that tells you how good this place is! Love to find places like this on our travels! Highly recommend!“
“5 couples were camping at Crystal Cove & we wanted pizza one night. Manager, Dioney, at Zpizza worked with us & let us call individually to pay for our own orders but delivered them all at time requested at ranger station. Each camper said not only was the phone customer service easy & professional, the food (not just pizza) was great. Will definitely be going back to this place again.“
“The food was delicious and the portions were large, but the website is awful! We went online to decide what we wanted, and then call our order in, but all they have is pictures of the dishes and the name of the dish. There is no description of what the individual dishes include or what type of meat (or how it's prepared) of any of the dishes there were three different chicken, kebabs dishes, but I didn't know what the differences were. The gentleman that answered the phone and took our order was very kind and explained the differences. I think the website has been changed because we ordered from here before and I don't remember that being an issue.“
“Came in here on a Wednesday evening, it wasn't busy. We were helped right away and the girl helpinng was friendly. Ordered a large pizza and garlic knots, was told it would take about 15 mins.Pizza was super good, reminded me of pizza shack. Garlic knots were amazing. Super garlicly and fluffy. They were a little oily but I didn't mind.“
“This place serves the best pizza I've ever tasted, hands down. The flavors, the crust, the toppings - everything is just perfect. I find myself craving their pizza constantly! Not only is the food incredible, but the staff are also top-notch. They are friendly, attentive, and always make you feel welcome.“