Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Irvine

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1. Bistango

4.5

Awesome(3256)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 25 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.

A photo of The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- Tustin restaurant

2. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- Tustin

4.7

Exceptional(2678)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tustin

Booked 19 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.

3. The Yellow Chilli

4.5

Awesome(331)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Tustin

Booked 4 times today

The most popular brand from SK Restaurants, The Yellow Chilli Tustin represents Indian food in all its eccentricity and diversity along with a high quality family dining experience. With a variety of dishes specially designed by Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor during his travels across India.

A photo of Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar restaurant

4. Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1714)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Costa Mesa

Booked 17 times today

Silver Trumpet Restaurant and Bar combines upscale cuisine with the lively atmosphere of a bar and lounge. Its AAA Three-Diamond rating is a testament to the culinary team's commitment to excellence. Located at the prestigious Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, it is the perfect place to indulge in sophisticated food while enjoying a fun party vibe.Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, Silver Trumpet is the perfect spot to enjoy any day of the week. However, for a truly unforgettable experience, we recommend stopping by during a Segerstrom Center performance or after work to take advantage of our Happy Hour and Late-Night Happy Hour specials, available from Monday to Friday. And if you're in the mood for a night out, our bar stays open until 1:00 am every Friday and Saturday, creating an energetic and lively atmosphere that's perfect for letting loose

A photo of Leatherby's Cafe Rouge restaurant

5. Leatherby's Cafe Rouge

4.7

Exceptional(1869)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Costa Mesa

Booked 12 times today

We believe in locally sourcing seasonal, farm fresh vegetables and the freshest, most sustainable seafood available. Our artisanal craft cocktails are the ideal aperitif and we offer a range of wines from which to select the perfect pairing.

6. Darya Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(526)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Persian • Santa Ana

Booked 8 times today

Darya Restaurant has been serving the Santa Ana, California area with authentic Persian gourmet dining for more than 20 year years. The restaurant features an elegant d�cor with a private mezzanine room, lit chandeliers and formal stairway. Darya Restaurant offers lunch and dinner daily and features gourmet cuisine at affordable prices. The restaurant offers an extensive menu of appetizers, beef, lamb, chicken, soups and salads, Persian rice with meat, Persian stew, seafood, combination platters and vegetarian plates. Popular selections at Darya Restaurant include albaloo polo, koobideh with lubia polo, chelo kabob, chicken with bones, filet mignon, lamb kabob and tadig special Persian rice.

7. Royal Khyber

4.7

Exceptional(580)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Santa Ana

Booked 3 times today

Royal Khyber ............ A Journey for your palate and mind. The art of Indian cookery lies NOT in high spicing but in the delicacy of spicing. Indian cuisine is universally known for its distinctive flavorings. It was in fact the lure of these spices which first brought the British and the French, the Dutch and the Portuguese to the Indian coast. It is the use of selected spices in a particular manner (whole spices, ground and or spice blends) to bring out the dormant flavors of a dish, which is the real art, practiced by the experienced chefs in the Royal Khyber kitchen.Royal Khyber is a Fine Indian Cuisine Restaurant, located in South Coast Plaza Village (across from Nordstrom).

A photo of Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach restaurant

8. Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach

4.8

Exceptional(8796)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Newport Beach

Booked 90 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

9. Marché Moderne

4.8

Exceptional(5580)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Newport Beach

Booked 50 times today

Marché Moderne, one of Southern California’s most celebrated French restaurants from chef-owners Florent and Amelia Marneau, has now opened the doors to its new home at Crystal Cove Shopping Center.Marché Moderne’s truly exceptional cuisine marries classic French cooking techniques with modern sensibilities, along with world-class service and hospitality for an unparalled dining experience.Guests can now enjoy an oceanfront setting, with a brand new restaurant design featuring a stunning exhibition kitchen, an outdoor patio and an expanded bar.

10. Il Girasole

4.5

Awesome(90)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Costa Mesa

Booked 6 times today

Il Girasole, now open at SOCO & The OC Mix in Costa Mesa, CA, brings a refined, modern Italian dining experience to Orange County. Named after the Italian word for "sunflower," the restaurant embraces a family-owned ethos, with a menu inspired by classic Italian flavors elevated through fresh, high-quality ingredients. Enjoy a variety of beautifully crafted dishes, from handmade pastas and creative flatbreads to thoughtfully curated seafood and meat selections. Each dish is prepared with a focus on authenticity and quality, delivering a dining experience that balances traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine.Highlights from the menu include unique offerings like wild striped bass, duck, sea urchin risotto, and handmade pasta with truffle enhancements. Il Girasole has quickly become a must-visit destination for both Italian food aficionados and those seeking an elegant yet welcoming dining environment in Costa Mesa.

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C
Chris
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very informed server. William was great and opened our wine bottle. Food was absolutely delicious.
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The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- TustinPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tustin
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4.7
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DonnaVIP
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very pleasant experience. Everyone working there is committed to making your meal the best it can be.
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Silver Trumpet Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Costa Mesa
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4.6
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Steve
Vancouver / British Columbia •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was absolutely fantastic. The octopus appetizer was delicious. Seabass was amazing. Loved the music and the art gallery.
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BistangoPrice: Expensive• American• Irvine
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4.5
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BillVIP
Orange County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food was fantastic. Excellent recommendations from our waiter.
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The Yellow ChilliPrice: Moderate• Indian• Tustin
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4.5
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Jean
Los Angeles •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 9, 2025
This was our first time at Leatherby's Cafe Rouge, and definitely not our last! The location, the view, the service, and the food were all wonderful!
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Leatherby's Cafe RougePrice: Expensive• Californian• Costa Mesa
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4.7

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