Restaurants near Irvine Museum

98 restaurants available nearby

1. Bistango

4.7

Exceptional(3188)

Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 39 times today

Bistango offers artful New American cuisine in the award-winning Atrium Building in Irvine, California. Bistango hosts an extensive bar and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list with over 400 varieties of wine. The ambiance is further enriched each season by revolving modern art exhibits which are available for purchase. Bistango offers a full-service patio with comfortable furniture and heat lamps to provide al fresco dining at its finest. Our nightly live entertainment and dance floor will complete your experience as you listen to everything from Latin Jazz to R&B to classics to contemporary cover tunes.

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2. North Italia – Irvine

4.5

Awesome(5375)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 129 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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3. Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens

4.8

Exceptional(11344)

Price: Expensive

• American • Corona del Mar

Booked 183 times today

We are excited for your visit, and welcome you to experience our beautiful outdoor dining room in Newport Beach. That being said we are outdoors and encourage all guest to dress appropriate to the season. We have added a beautiful heated covered awning for the winter months. We offer blankets for sale that can be kept, or left behind and donated to a local charity we support. We will still be requesting a two hour dinning limit per visit.Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens offers the freshest, locally sourced , seasonal farm-to-fork cuisine paired with exclusive wines and craft cocktails and beers. Located on a seven acre home and garden center in the heart of beautiful Corona del Mar, Farmhouse provides a dining experience that cannot be replicated anywhere else and can be quite romantic. What sets us apart is the unparalleled beauty of Rogers Gardens combined perfectly with a unique cuisine created by Chef Rich Mead.

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4. Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

4.8

Exceptional(8162)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Costa Mesa

Booked 163 times today

Water Grill South Coast Plaza is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located across from South Coast Plaza - just steps from the Segerstrom Center of the Arts - Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza also offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your business meetings and special events.

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5. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

4.6

Exceptional(698)

Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 61 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.

6. Benny & Mary's

4.6

Exceptional(360)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Irvine

Booked 39 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!

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7. Habana - Costa Mesa

4.7

Exceptional(2727)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Costa Mesa

Booked 81 times today

Habana is located inside The Lab in Costa Mesa. Habana features a beautiful and romantic patio and an intimate bar that will transport you to the heart of Cuba. Enjoy our Cuban-inspired menu and handcrafted fresh Mojitos.

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8. Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4.2

Awesome(4921)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Newport Beach

Booked 91 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.

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9. Il Fornaio - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(3969)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 78 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.

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10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(4272)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Irvine

Booked 101 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Irvine, CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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Roger
Los Angeles •23 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Every time we come to this restaurant, we are never disappointed. The food and service are always excellent. We try to work our way through the menu but it is too hard because we always love what we had the previous visit. Already planning a return trip.
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Debbie
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5.0
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Excellent food and customer service!! Surroundings were great too.
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Il Fornaio - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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Jackie
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the BEST experience at Water Grill! The service was incredible (& super helpful with reco’s… also noted that we were there for a Bday and made it very special). The food was perfect, so delicious. The ambience was everything I could have wished for. We will be back!
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Water Grill - South Coast PlazaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Costa Mesa
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Claudia
Orange County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We were seated in a timely manner. Reservations were at 5:30 and we arrived 45 min early. Staff accommodated us promptly. Our waitress was so professional and attentive. Food was delicious.
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Benihana - Newport Beach, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Newport Beach
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4.2
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Lori
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great restaurant, love the live music, beautiful artwork, and good food and vibes
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BistangoPrice: Expensive• American• Irvine
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4.7

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98 restaurants available nearby

1. Bistango

2. North Italia – Irvine

3. Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens

4. Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

5. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

6. Benny & Mary's

7. Habana - Costa Mesa

8. Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

9. Il Fornaio - Irvine

10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Irvine

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