DineLocalOC

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About DineLocalOC

DineLocalOC is your insider guide to the tastiest bites, best sips, and coolest events happening across Orange County. Whether you're craving new restaurants, hidden gems, or seasonal food festivals, our mission is to spotlight the vibrant local culinary scene.

🌟 Our mission: Make it easier to find great food & drink in every corner of OC.

Spotlight: New & Top-Rated

  • Exterior of a white building with the sign 'La Vaquera' on the front upper part above large windows and doors, with trees and a blue sky in the background.

    La Vaquera

    Wagyu tartare, roasted cabbage & inventive cocktails in San Juan Capistrano.

  • Exterior view of Kalbi Social Club, a Korean barbecue restaurant, showing large glass windows, some indoor seating visible, plants in front, and illuminated signage.

    Kalbi Social Club

    Tableside Korean BBQ focussing on marinated galbi in Irvine.

  • Matty’s Patty’s Burger Club

    Matty’s Patty’s Burger Club

    Celebrity-chef smashburgers & poutine in Costa Mesa.

🏆 Orange County Restaurant Favorites Poll

🍽️ Favorite Restaurant

🍸 Favorite Cocktail

🏛️ Best Interior Design

🤝 Best Service

Recent 5‑Star Reviews

  • The Dock (Newport Beach) – “The food was amazing, service was great, and the views were so nice.”

  • Pho 79 (Garden Grove) – “Oxtail ‘justifiably legendary’… deeper in flavor than any other pho.”

  • Javier’s (Crystal Cove) – “Comforting… dishes prepared with care” with a “magical ambiance.”

  • Knife Pleat (Costa Mesa) – Michelin‑starred French fine dining experience.

  • Gabbi’s Mexican Kitchen (Orange) – Michelin‑approved for spice‑forward Mexican classics.

  • INI Ristorante (Fountain Valley) – Smoked salmon brunch pizza praised by Orange Coast.

  • Orange Hill Restaurant – Renowned for steaks and panoramic views.

  • Orange County Mining Co. – Rustic steakhouse favorites like filet & mac â€™n cheese balls.

  • Paseo (Downtown Disney) – “Harmonious blend of bold flavors and creative presentation.”

  • The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar – Celebrated five‑star wine bar and dining spot.

Bright, airy restaurant with palm trees, curved booths, and tables set with napkins and candles, overlooking a sunny outdoor view with palm trees.
Seafood dish with scallops, mussels, squid, and herbs in a yellowish broth, garnished with fresh basil and red chili peppers.

🍽️ 25 Hot Restaurant Deals in Orange County – June 2025

Happy Hour & Drink Specials

  • Old World German Restaurant & Bar (Huntington Beach)
    Mon–Fri 3–6:30pm – German beer & schnapps deals.

  • Wild Goose Tavern (Costa Mesa)
    Mon–Fri 11am–6pm – $5 wine, $9 cocktails, $6.50 fries, $11 charcuterie.

  • Eddie V’s (Newport Beach)
    Tue–Sat 4–7pm, Sun–Mon 4–10pm – $9 oysters, $10 cocktails, $12 filet sliders.

  • Playa Mesa (Costa Mesa)
    Weekdays 3–6pm + all-day Tue – $10 margaritas, $4–6 tacos.

  • Streamliner Lounge (Santa Ana)
    Mon–Fri 3:45–6pm – $2 off apps, $4 Bud Light, $8 cocktails.

  • Central Bar (Tustin)
    Mon–Thu 4–7pm, Fri 4–6pm – $5 drafts, $7 wine & cocktails.

  • Pacific Hideaway (Huntington Beach)
    Weekdays – $7 tacos, $8 wine, $10 cocktails.

  • Cannery Seafood (Newport Beach)
    Daily deals on sliders, shishitos & $2 off cocktails.

  • Bar Louie (Tustin)
    Mon–Fri 4–7pm – Martinis, beer & apps on special.

  • AnQi Bistro (Costa Mesa)
    Happy hour specials on cocktails and light bites.