DARKROOM Restaurant and Wine Bar
$$$ • Wine Bars, Tapas, New American Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout DARKROOM Restaurant and Wine Bar
Customers' Favorites
Little Gem Caesar Salad
Watermelon Appetizer
Maitake Mushrooms
Scallops Tostada
Prawn Schnitzel
Kanpachi Crudo
Ricotta Donuts
Zucchini Bread
Steak Tartare
Wagyu Tartare
Recent Reviews
93 ratings
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Celebrated my friend’s birthday here and everyone loved it. Service was excellent, the atmosphere was vibey and not too loud even with the music playing (vinyls-only is a nice touch!). The food was creative and delicious and my NA drink was excellent too. I’ll mention standout dishes even though the menu is constantly changing—my group really loved the maitake mushroom dish that was smoky and full of umami that it was surprisingly reminiscent of steak?! We guarded...read full review
DUDE! This place is so sick. Great job to the owner/chef and everyone involved for bringing what feels like a industrial/metal club but elevated into a wine bar with incredible thoughtful food to Orange County no less!
We booked a reservation at the bar (highly recommend) and Scotty (I believe his name was) really hooked us up with knowledge and vibes. Every wine felt hand picked and delicious. The dishes are inventive and unique - without being pretentious, and highlight...read full review
We booked a reservation at the bar (highly recommend) and Scotty (I believe his name was) really hooked us up with knowledge and vibes. Every wine felt hand picked and delicious. The dishes are inventive and unique - without being pretentious, and highlight...read full review
I was looking for a nice restaurant, something different to take my wife out and celebrate our anniversary. The Darkroom did not disappoint. The food was delicious. The servings are small perfect to share. We order these 4 dishes and it was more than enough.
MAITAKE MUSHROOM, SCRAMBLED EGG AGNOLOTTI, weiser farms MELON and fried SCOTCH OLIVES.
Since they knew we were celebrating anniversary they threw in a free Dessert on the house, some peanut butter and raspberry jam...read full review
MAITAKE MUSHROOM, SCRAMBLED EGG AGNOLOTTI, weiser farms MELON and fried SCOTCH OLIVES.
Since they knew we were celebrating anniversary they threw in a free Dessert on the house, some peanut butter and raspberry jam...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 10PM |
DARKROOM Restaurant and Wine Bar offers a stylish and distinctive atmosphere with fun lighting and decor reminiscent of a darkroom. The shareable menu features inventive dishes made with fresh ingredients, and wine pairings are highly recommended. Guests enjoy a lively vibe with music, low lighting, and a variety of seating options, including the vinyl room. The service is remarkable, and the menu changes often, encouraging repeat visits. The menu includes inventive, creative dishes that mix flavors and textures in fun and avant-garde ways. The restaurant is praised for its excellent execution, flavor balance, and overall unique dining experience. Parking is plentiful, but reservations are recommended, especially for special occasions. Overall, it’s a great spot for memorable dining and a gastronomic experience like no other in the OC.