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Orange County, CA Best Value Restaurants


Looking for a steal of a meal? For a gourmet experience that won't break the bank, check out these Best Value Restaurants in Orange County that give the most bang for the buck, including fine destinations where one can dine well for a reasonable price.


View the Top 10 Orange County Value Restaurants.

Agora Churrascaria Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Agora Churrascaria, Irvine, CA 1830 Main St.
Irvine, CA 92614
949-222-9910
Brazilian barbecue served tableside by “gauchos”; beware the ample buffet beckoning to spoil the carnivorous feast. More...

Angelo's & Vinci's Italian
12/20
550 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92832
714-879-4022
Over-the-top Italian décor makes this place fun, but regulars come for the thick pizzas and handmade pastas. More...

Bistro le Crillon French
14/20
Dining Room at Bistro le Crillon, Newport Beach, CA Eastbluff Village Center
2523 Eastbluff Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-8181
True Provençal classics in a convivial, bistro-like space and a very deep wine cellar and first-rate sommelier. More...

Brasserie Pascal French
15/20
Dining Room at Brasserie Pascal, Newport Beach, CA Fashion Island
327 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-2700
French brasserie has irresistible Parisian charm and some of the best classic French dishes in OC. More...

Café Tu Tu Tango Contemporary
13/20
The Block at Orange
20 City Blvd. W.
Orange, CA 92868
714-769-2222
Loud artsy restaurant with eclectic food, making it a good place for large parties and diners with diverse tastes. More...

Café Zinc Bakery
Quick Bite
350 Ocean Ave.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-494-6302
Local Laguna hangout with a dog-friendly patio for healthy gourmand breakfast and lunch dishes. More...

Curry House Japanese
11/20
10953 Meridien Dr.
Cypress, CA 90630
714-527-6224
Surprisingly good, satisfying and reasonably-priced Japanese curry-style cuisine. More...

Felix Continental Café Cuban
12/20
Old Towne Orange Circle
36 Plaza Sq.
Orange, CA 92866
714-633-5842
Felix's serves Cuban dishes straight from the old days in Havana. More...

Hà Nôi Vietnamese
Quick Bite
9082 Bolsa Ave.
Westminster, CA 92683
714-901-8108
Hanoi specializes in the mild, faintly herbal cooking of Northern Vietnam. More...

I Love Sushi Japanese
12/20
2340 Harbor Blvd.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-540-6195
The entire range of standards, a variety of cooked specialties and all kinds of grilled fish dishes on the menu. More...

Jamillah Garden Asian
12/20
2512 Walnut St.
Tustin, CA 92780
714-838-3522
Specializing in the Islamic cuisine of China. More...

Lazy Dog Café American
13/20
Dining Room at Lazy Dog Café, Westminster, CA 16310 Beach Blvd.
Westminster, CA 92683
714-500-1140
Casual, family-friendly restaurant with good eclectic fare. More...

Marché Moderne French
16/20
Dining Room at Marché Moderne, Costa Mesa, CA South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-434-7900
Handsome Euro-Cal bistro inside South Coast Plaza offers seasonal cuisine by husband-wife duo Florent and Amelia Marneau. More...

The Matahari Cafe Mediterranean
13/20
Dining Room at The Matahari Cafe, Newport Beach, CA 2900 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-675-6282
Mediterranean specialties like your grandmother used to make in a Provençal bistro setting in Newport's cannery district. More...

Park Ave. Contemporary
14/20
11200 Beach Blvd.
Stanton, CA 90680
714-901-4400
Eclectic space and imaginative chef-owners elevate contemporary comfort food to new heights. More...

Prime Cut Café Bistro
13/20
Stadium Promenade Center
1547 W. Katella Ave.
Orange, CA 92867
714-532-4300
Reasonably priced American bistro near Anaheim Stadium. More...

Roma d'Italia Italian
12/20
611 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA 92780
714-544-0273
A family-owned Italian joint in Old Town Tustin, known for its low prices and hearty Italian dishes. More...

Signature Kitchen Barbecue
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Signature Kitchen, Costa Mesa, CA Macy's Home Store South Coast Plaza
3333 Bear St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-556-0611, ext. 3601
Debut three-in-one fast casual restaurant concept from chefs Cat Cora, Marcus Samuelsson and Nancy Silverton. More...

Taco Mesa Mexican
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Taco Mesa, Orange, CA Saddleback Plaza
3533 E. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA 92869
714-633-3922
Some of Orange County's best Mexican food at rock-bottom prices. More...

Taco Rosa Mexican
13/20
2632 San Miguel Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-720-0980
Taco Rosa offers rather healthy Mexican food and drinks with a California edge and a kid-friendly atmosphere. More...

Taco Rosa Mexican
13/20
Tustin Market Place
13792 Jamboree Rd.
Irvine, CA 92602
714-505-6080
Healthy, flavorful and fresh Mexican food in a casual environment with a lively cantina. More...

TAPS Fish House & Brewery Brewpub
13/20
Dining Room at TAPS Fish House & Brewery, Brea, CA 101 E. Imperial Hwy.
Brea, CA 92821
714-257-0101
Notable beers join very good steaks, seafood and Cajun cuisine in a New Orleans-inspired setting. More...

Tiffy's Coffee Shop
11/20
1060 W. Katella Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92802
714-635-1801
Family-owned coffee shop with exceptional ice cream and a wide-ranging American menu. More...

Veggie Grill Vegan
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Veggie Grill, Irvine, CA University Center
4213 Campus Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-509-0003
Vegan fare cooked with flavorful flair in a café setting. More...

Veggie Grill Vegan
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Veggie Grill, Irvine, CA Irvine Spectrum
81 Fortune Dr.
Irvine, CA 92618
949-727-9900
Vegan fare cooked with flavorful flair in a modern café setting. More...

Wild Artichoke California
14/20
4973 Yorba Ranch Rd.
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
714-777-9646
Palate-pleasing, affordable and inventive cuisine served in an unassuming setting. More...

Yen Ching Chinese
12/20
574 S. Glassell St.
Orange, CA 92866
714-997-3300
Known as one of the best Chinese restaurants in OC, Yen Ching serves up Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine. More...

 

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