Best Lunch Restaurants in Irvine

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1. North Italia – Irvine

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 228 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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2. Habana- Irvine Spectrum

4.6

Exceptional(4677)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Irvine

Booked 161 times today

Originally opened in 1995, Habana has become an Orange County staple, offering the coastal community a Cuban-Inspired experience through its authentic cuisine and cocktail program. Spanning 20 years as a favorite culinary destination, Habana lends itself perfectly for date night, celebrations and simple moments that have created memories for many.

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3. Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4.6

Exceptional(71)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Irvine

Booked 199 times today

Javier's Irvine Spectrum serves original Mexican cuisine. Opened in 2004 and located close to the 405 and 5 freeways, the restaurant offers numerous entrees and combo meals. Javier's Irvine Spectrum selects and serves only the freshest ingredients, including sustainable and in-season seafood, natural chicken and center-cut #1 prime Angus beef. Every dish is prepared fresh to order, and guests may sit in the spacious main dining room, on the intimate patio, at the bar or in a private dining area.The dining room is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m. Javier's Irvine Spectrum's full bar is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Reservations are accepted.

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4. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- Tustin

4.4

Awesome(2644)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tustin

Booked 26 times today

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar is the newest addition to The District in Tustin. The interior promises a hip, lively & sophisticated atmosphere, with dark woods, leather and velvet bar stools. The state-of-the-art 7,500 bottle cellar IS one of the largest in Orange County. The Winery Restaurant & Bar is open daily for lunch & dinner & features a wine tasting bar with a full bar menu and cigar patio.

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5. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(2726)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 97 times today

CUCINA enoteca is centrally located in the Irvine Spectrum! Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of an old rustic farmhouse.

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6. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

4.7

Exceptional(711)

Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 48 times today

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations perfectly meshes upscale and casual dining with an expansive whiskey selection and unique offering of American comfort food. It offers high energy, open spaced concepts to promote a lively dining experience. With the rustic industrial aesthetic, brick metal and barrels are prevalent in the space. One of its most coveted attractions is the famous whiskey room, that houses hundreds of whiskies from several countries. From high end whiskies like Pappy Van Winkle, to a shot of Jameson with a Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. Each season new flavors and recipes are brought into the kitchen. The culture and staff are encouraged to foster the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate. Bosscat is open all week for lunch and dinner. Happy hour is available on weekdays, and a fun, boozy brunch menu is available on Saturdays and Sundays.

7. Benny & Mary's

4.5

Awesome(379)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Irvine

Booked 32 times today

Please join our restaurant, the home of Benny and Mary, world travelers with diverse menu items, and acquired decor. Featuring eccentric cuisine and craft cocktails, (including a wide selection of spirits and wine) served in our various spaces from our full-service bar and cocktail area to our picturesque Library featuring our bookcase and high ceiling chandeliers. We are hosting a party every lunch and dinner, and you're invited!

8. The Goldfinch

4.6

Exceptional(206)

Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 17 times today

California Cuisine and an extensive Beverage and Craft Cocktail program while focusing on only the best and freshest quality ingredients.

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9. Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4.2

Awesome(4990)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Newport Beach

Booked 126 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

10. Puesto Park Place

4.5

Awesome(1094)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Irvine

Booked 26 times today

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include the Michelin Guide, Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, Huffington Post, Eater, Refinery 29, Insider, Zagat, Thrillist, and Food and Wine.

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JazminVIP
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Our waiter was super nice and attentive. Restaurant is very pretty. Food was delicious
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Javier's Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Irvine
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4.6
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Heather
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is a MUST-GO!!! An amazing, authentic and beyond delicious Cuban restaurant. Our waiter, Tony, was absolutely fabulous and had us laughing the night away. This place was gorgeous with great food and amazing service, I highly recommend.
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Habana- Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Irvine
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4.6
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Sijia
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is one of my favorite places to go. Absolutely my favorite restaurant at Irvine spectrum. The foods here never disappoint. The ambience is unique and tasteful.
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CUCINA enoteca - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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4.6
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HelenaVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The BEST part of our evening was Logan taking care of us! Like always we loved the meatball appetizer & bolognese to share. I loved my grilled branzino, my son loved the chicken parm & my daughter loved her short ribs. Only downside was the scallops were a little fishy. Overall a great experience!
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North Italia – IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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4.5
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Amanda
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Dinner was absolutely delicious! The salmon and sea bass were cooked perfectly! Chef Yvon is a master, and Peter, our server, was a lot of fun! Overall, a great experience; I highly recommend The Winery Restaurant!
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The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- TustinPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tustin
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4.4

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164 restaurants available nearby

1. North Italia – Irvine

2. Habana- Irvine Spectrum

3. Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- Tustin

5. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

6. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

7. Benny & Mary's

8. The Goldfinch

9. Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

10. Puesto Park Place

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