Playground

Playground reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. LC

   LaurenC

   Nashville1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 4, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server guided us through the menu and educated us about the chef and his intentions with each plate. We selected a variety of dishes, paired them with cocktails, and enjoyed every bite
   

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2. DG

   DianeG

   Orange County5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 20, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I have had Playground bookmarked for a couple of years, and the innovative menu did not disappoint. Dare I say it lived up to the hype? For me, it did, so yes, I dare say it! 😆 Jared's service was awesome. He brought me a new drink when I wasn't super sold on the first one... even though I tried to tell him it was all good. He simply wanted to make sure we were thrilled with everything. The brussel sprout caesar salad is to die for - I could eat it all day long. Uncle Lou's fried chicken is super moist and packed with flavor. Highly recommend both. My "date" loved the Eagle Rock pale ale so much that she ordered a second. Look forward to returning and bringing more newbies with me.
   

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3. CM

   CMgirl

   Los Angeles66 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on December 30, 2016

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Playground gets a lot of hype; while the quality of the food was great, I was not impressed with the uppity approach they have taken. The menu states that substitutions and modifications will be "politely declined." This statement is so ridiculous. This is not a prix -fixe menu or a world-famous restaurant. In any case, I would argue that asking for a steak cooked to medium-well is not a menu modification, and a reply of "no" is not exactly polite. They were kind enough to call in advance to ask about food restrictions/allergies. I told them I absolutely could not tolerate cilantro and I believe the reply was "good to know." When I mentioned that to the waiter, I was told they would not be able to remove cilantro from any dish. Hilariously, when my friend ordered the dish I inquired about with cilantro, there was literally one tiny spring on top! Is the staff really so intent on this "no modifications" thing that they could not leave off a sprig of cilantro? We all enjoyed the food but the pretension was just too thick for us to return.
   

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   LOVETODINE

   Las Vegas15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 24, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful little gem! Went for a date with my husband. Can't wait to go back!
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 17, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fab food fab service fab atmosphere fab people. The best !
   

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   unity VIP

   Greater Boston50 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on December 15, 2016

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   I've been here a handful of times and each time, the service gets less desirable. we were so excited to have a restaurant that served such unique dishes that we could try and feel like we're on a discovery with the chef but it's becoming less appealing to me over time. our reservation was at 8:30p and they were trying very hard to make sure we leave by 9:30p. it was uncomfortable and disappointing overall. When we left around 9:45p, all the doors were locked and they just watched us trying to find a door that was open instead of letting us know which one it was. And, i tore my ACL in my knee so that was not an easy task. Don't be in this business if you don't want to be nice.
   

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on December 15, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Just celebrated my birthday here with my family. It was the first time any of us had been there and we absolutely loved everything we tried!
   

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   Lizzie

   Orange County2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 15, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   So glad we discovered Playground. Kara was awesome. She was fun to talk to and answered all our questions regarding the menu and chefs. The food was delicious and interesting. My only concern was a glass of Chardonnay was on the 'high end'. Not so with the beer or cocktails. Will definitely return.
   

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   Walter

   Veracruz1 review

   5.0

   Dined on December 14, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very nice place ! Special and weekly changing Menu ! Very friendly !
   

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    rusty

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 11, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Playground food was delicious and the people who waited on us were awesome. We loved the recommendations of the staff, and the ambiance of this special place.
    

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