Top 12 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in in Irvine, CA

Diana Sormani In town for wedding and had rehearsal dinner here. Stay is super, food good and there is a lot of space! Also, live entertainment.

Jose Mendoza This restaurant offered a dining experience that combined outstanding service with delicious food. The staff was warm and attentive, making guests feel right at home. The menu showcased variety without being overwhelming, providing excellent choices for different tastes. Dishes arrived promptly, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. Each bite reflected freshness and attention to detail. The atmosphere struck the right balance between lively and relaxed, making it easy to enjoy conversation. Cleanliness was clearly a priority, with every area well-maintained. The entire visit felt seamless, from ordering to the last bite. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience worth repeating often.

Jeremy Loyola The restaurant has a modern rustic sleek interior design. Plenty of seating for small groups. My server Nick was friendly and fast with service. I ordered the double smash burger, the burger was juicy and crisp. Grilled onions were flavorful.

Winn Mike “Mike” Never knew this place existed until our new employee recommended. We had our company Christmas party here. The place is spectacular with modern decor inside and out. They have a cool wall LED screen that you can use for photos or any presentation you want. Whats impressed us was the management were pouring wines and helping out their staff to make sure our group is taking care of. I highly recommend this place for company events.

Hamidreza Khademi This place honestly redefines what a classic burger joint should be. They nail the fundamentals perfectly—the burger has a great taste, juicy with just the right amount of char, and the ingredients feel fresh and high-quality. It’s not trying to be overly complicated; it’s just solid, delicious American food executed well. The brioche bun holds up, the flavors are balanced, and you leave feeling satisfied rather than weighed down by grease. If you want a reliable, great-tasting burger in a good atmosphere, this is the spot. Highly recommended.

Trudy Sirkis Deanne and Jose were fabulous servers. The quiet atmosphere was so nice and refreshing. Happy Hour was great, the food and drinks were a great deal kand we really enjoyed ourselves. The food was good and we will definitely come back to try other options!

Russo Gasimov Irvine Grill in the Quail Hill community is a cozy spot with great service and authentic Persian flavors. I tried the Abgoosht, and it was very good, rich in flavor and cooked perfectly, though a bit on the fatty side. To be fair, that’s just part of the traditional preparation, so it’s understandable. The portion was generous, the bread and sides were fresh, and the staff were friendly and attentive. The restaurant is clean, welcoming, and offers a nice neighborhood vibe. Overall, a great experience

Mr. Tustin - Mauricio Roque We’ve been to Burnt Crumbs twice now and it’s quickly becoming one of our favorite breakfast spots. The kids went straight for the famous soufflé pancakes and loved them, definitely a fun experience to watch. Our top pick is the breakfast burrito, huge and packed with flavor, and the salsas are really good. The line looked long at first but moved super fast, and the staff was friendly the entire time. Sitting outside is fun too with all the birds hanging around. Definitely a must

Mark Lenox I try and eat at Andrei’s every time I pass through Orange County. It’s got a hip vibe, pleasant atmosphere, great service and excellent food. Prices are reasonable given all of that. I love their patio. The architecture of the building is so cool.

Alice Lee I’ve lived in Irvine for a long time, but this was my first time dining at this restaurant. The menu is huge! We came a bit later in the day, so there wasn’t much of a wait. The staff seated us at a cozy window-side booth without us even asking. Our server, Andrea, was absolutely amazing—one of the best I’ve encountered in a long time. She checked in with us at least four or five times to make sure everything was okay and kept refilling our coffee without us having to ask. After we finished eating, she even asked if we wanted to take anything to go. I ordered the smoked salmon Benedict, and my partner got the Ranchero Skillet—which I heard is a popular choice and has strong Mexican flavors. The bread and sauce on the Benedict were spot on. A lot of breakfast spots tend to serve bread that’s too hard, but theirs was just right. They were also generous with the spinach inside. This place also has a rewards program, so we’ll definitely be coming back. Andrea was hands down the best server I’ve had this year!

Sherry This is genuinely one of the most beautiful restaurants I’ve ever been to, and I just adore the communal dining space. They’re most known for their brunchy items, but we were here to try their more traditional dishes. The sauce in the garlic shrimp pasta was to die for, we had to use the cheese toast to mop it up. And the vongole pasta with clams was just perfection, it was SO fresh and delicious. And don’t even get me started on the pizza! I think there was a hint of honey in it? that made it so addicting. And where else can you get a blueberry matcha latte or orange creamsicle matcha with dinner? This spot is such a vibe and the food does not miss. Thanks for reading! ^-^

Rebecca Chan I love going to Katsu Bar for all things katsu! They have a varied and consistent menu and feature weekday lunch specials. We enjoyed SO MUCH GOOD FOOD. I was also super satisfied with the friendly service and how FAST it was. I think all our food came out within 10 ish minutes. All of the katsu were hot, crispy, and delicious. Also, I appreciate that they werent super fatty (?). As in, they are using good quality meat not just the cheap fatty part. My favorites were the strawberry sando and shrimp curry plate. It was my first time having a fruit sando and the milk bread is super soft and lightly sweet. Very good! Shrimp is nicely breaded! I just wish there was more curry! I will definitely be coming back here with friends! food: gangjung chicken appetizer shrimp curry plate pork katsu plate black garlic ramen with katsu pork katsu sando dill egg salad sando strawberry sando