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 Restaurant
 
Rating
 
Steakhouse/
Brazilian
13/20
 
1830 Main St.
Irvine, CA 92614
949-222-9910 | Menu
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 Brazilian barbecue served tableside by “gauchos”; beware the ample buffet beckoning to spoil the carnivorous feast. Read GAYOT's Agora Churrascaria Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
California/
Small Plates
14/20
 
2607 Main St.
Irvine, CA 92614
949-387-8887 | Menu
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 Sophisticated, modern restaurant offering well-balanced Cal-Mediterranean dishes. Read GAYOT's Andrei's Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Contemporary
14/20
 
The Atrium Building
19100 Von Karman Ave.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-752-5222
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 California fare, nightly jazz and terrific revolving displays of art. Read GAYOT's Bistango Restaurant Review

 
 
Continental/
Contemporary/
American
13/20
 
4237 Campus Dr. B165
Irvine, CA 92612
949-509-1211 | Menu
  
 Contemporary American café serving satisfying food in a casual yet elegant setting. Read GAYOT's Britta's Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
2957 Michelson Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-975-1585 | Menu
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this Irvine location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
Irvine Spectrum
55 Fortune Dr., Ste. 600
Irvine, CA 92618
949-585-9531 | Menu
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this Irvine Spectrum location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian13/20
 
University Center
4143 Campus Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-854-0009 | Menu
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 Bollywood sex appeal comes to Irvine’s University Center with this exotic setting and authentic Indian regional cuisine. Read GAYOT's Chakra Cuisine Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Eclectic
11/20
 
Irvine Spectrum
71 Fortune Dr.
Irvine, CA 92618
949-788-9998 | Menu
  
 A good-for-everyone restaurant with an extensive and eclectic menu, strong drinks and exotic cheesecake choices. Read GAYOT's The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian/
Vegetarian
13/20
 
Irvine Village Center
15435 Jeffrey Rd.
Irvine, CA 92618
949-552-2851 | Menu
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 Some of OC’s best Indian food in a casual shopping center location. Read GAYOT's Clay Oven Restaurant Review

 
 
Burgers12/20
 
Woodbury Town Center
6416 Irvine Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92620
949-336-7272 | Menu
  
 Build-your-own gourmet burger concept works well for foodies with a burger craving. Read GAYOT's The Counter Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian14/20
 
Irvine Spectrum
31 Fortune Dr.
Irvine, CA 92618
949-861-2222
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 Charmingly rustic venue serving Italian fare in the heart of the Irvine Spectrum. Read GAYOT's Cucina Enoteca Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Grill
12/20
 
Jamboree Promenade Shopping Center
2636 Dupont Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-474-2223 | Menu
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 Reasonably-priced American fare in the heart of Irvine’s financial district. Read GAYOT's Daily Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican12/20
 
5465 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92604
949-451-0044 | Menu
  
 L.A.'s iconic Mexican restaurant has a branch in OC for strong margaritas and good, contemporary Mexican food. Read GAYOT's El Cholo Cantina Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse/
English/
Pub
13/20
 
18482 MacArthur Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-833-8411 | Menu
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 Costumed wenches serve Old English fare in this airport restaurant specializing in prime ribs of beef. Read GAYOT's Gulliver's Restaurant Review

 
 
Persian12/20
 
92 Corporate Park
Irvine, CA 92606
949-261-8004 | Menu
  
 Quick and casual Persian food in a comfortable atmosphere. Read GAYOT's House of Kabob Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Steakhouse/
Sushi
13/20
 
2991 Michelson Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-833-0977 | Menu
  
 Classic American steakhouse fare along with some sushi items and a good wine list. Read GAYOT's Houston's Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
18051 Von Karman Ave.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-261-1444 | Menu
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 Upscale chain restaurant inspired by classic Italian baking and specializing in trattoria-style cuisine. Read GAYOT's Il Fornaio Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Sushi/
Small Plates
14/20
 
Irvine Spectrum Center
59 Fortune Dr.
Irvine, CA 92618
949-341-9000 | Menu
  
 Japanese tavern food at the Irvine Spectrum Center. Read GAYOT's Izakaya Wasa Restaurant Review

 
 
Modern AmericanNo Rating
 
Google Building
19530 Jamboree Rd.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-261-1222 | Menu
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 Artistic space with modern American cuisine and a hipster lounge. Read GAYOT's Kimera Restaurant & Lounge Review

 
 
Contemporary/
Bistro/
Small Plates
15/20
 
Quail Hill Village Center
6507 Quail Hill Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92603
949-725-1773 | Menu
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 Fresh, locally grown ingredients and a charming wine list are found at this friendly bistro. Read GAYOT's Lucca Cafe Restaurant Review

 
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