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10 Late-Night Restaurants that UCI Students Are Grubbing At Right Now

Since the founding of Harvard back in the 1600, college students have always frequented the open-til-two or the 24-hour restaurants, whether it was grog they were seeking or ramen, either as a study break or after a long night of partying at the generic frat house. Six hours of sleep and under ha ... More >>

Dave Reviews OC Yelp Reviews, Part 11

First of all, let's provide this paper's coverage of the much-maligned Reviewer Card, which you can hand to restaurant staff in order to inform them that they are under review by DouchebagNoshingDeliciously.blogspot.com or whatever your 7-pageviews-a-day food blog is called:If you get one of these c ... More >>

On The Line: Todd Henderson of The Queen Mary, Part One

We originally planned on interviewing the chef behind Sir Winston's Restaurant. Then we realized Todd Henderson was also the same chef as Chelsea Chowder House, their Tea Room, and the rest of the foodservice offered on board. Therefore, it's no exaggeration to say he governs the gourmet side of Lon ... More >>

Michael King Lim Sought for Selling Phony Theme Park Tickets Thanks to Arrested Brother

After a Buena Park police sting that resulted in the arrest of Raymond John Lim, 23, of Walnut, for allegedly making and selling counterfeit tickets to Knott's Berry Farm and other Southern California theme parks, attention shifted to his brother, Michael King Lim.That's because Raymond implicated h ... More >>

Jake Hyman Of Freelance Whales Talks New Album, Channeling His Inner Justin Bieber

With the release of their first album since 2009 and their second overall, it's safe to say that New York City's Freelance Whales are going to have a busy remainder of 2012. Currently on tour, the band will be playing at The Observatory on Wednesday night. Like most bands used to shitty east coast w ... More >>

Burger Parlor Finally Opens In Fullerton!

A 35 (or more) minute wait for a burger can only mean one thing-- Burger Parlor is now open in downtown Fullerton! Sunday was the official start date, and we jumped in line to order our O.C. and Royal with Cheese feasts. The purple people eater above is dubbed their Portlandia burger: marinated beet ... More >>

Kale to the Chef at Healthy Junk

Root for the vegetarian food, even though it's so-so, at Anaheim's deserted-for-now Center Street Promenade

On the Line: Arthur Gonzalez of Roe Restaurant & Fish Market, Part One

A couple of chairs flipped right side up in the middle of a gutted dining space. That is how we roll with Chef Gonzalez in his unfinished room, also known as Phase Two in the grand scheme of things at Roe in Belmont Shore. Thanks to some dedicated parking spots, we start our session on time and with ... More >>

On the Line: George Wu and Lawrence Tai of Waffles de Liege, Part One

Friends either complement each other or tend to act like twins. For the guys of Waffles de Liege, it's somewhere in the middle, as you'll see in this week's luxe lonchera interview. We met for lunch on their day off and discussed the business -- like those requests for bean-and-cheese burritos?!Your ... More >>

On the Line: Jonathan Eng of Le Pain Quotidien, Part One

Le Pain Quotidien has been around since 1990, but took its own sweet time arriving in Orange County. They transplanted Jonathan Eng from New York's Bleeker Street bakery to helm the daily breadmaking last autumn. Hungry to explore his dining options beyond Fashion Island, we meet up to recharge over ... More >>

Todd Marinovich's Tips to Enjoying Summer In OC

[Summer Guide] The definitive guide to celebrities, drugs and more

Umami Burger Brings Something Savory This Way

Adam Fleischman's phenomenon finally opens in OC

On the Line: Peter Serantoni of Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen, Part One

While most chefs generally stay within close proximity of their restaurant (even when they're not on duty), our most recent crop of subjects consists of jet-setters. Take Peter Serantoni, who splits his time between northern and southern California. With our misaligned work schedules, I tolerate Ora ... More >>

Rodrigo Y Gabriela At The Hollywood Palladium, April 7, 2012

Rodrigo Y Gabriela April 7, 2012 The Hollywood Palladium As the lights went down, the crowd cheered on the Latin guitarists as they took the stage; and as soon as the first few riffs were heard, the entire venue exploded with excitement. Not necessarily because the kick ass guitar duo had just se ... More >>

Man Climbs Tower, Strips Naked and Won't Come Down Until He Gets McDonald's Hamburgers

​McDonald's gets a bad rap. There's so much talk about how it's killing us with its scalding coffee, (former) pink slime and general repulsiveness, but nobody ever mentions how it can save lives.  Well, the Los Angeles Times brings us that heartwarming story. On Wednesday afternoon in downtow ... More >>

Ten Great Burgers in Orange County

Kevin Lara / OC WeeklySt. Roy Chef's Pub... a worthy stop.​If there's any list of these "Best Of Best Of Best Of" items that's likely to engender bitter debate, it's this one. Burgers inspire more debate than any other food we write about, mostly because everyone in Orange County, even those with ... More >>

On the Line: Paul Zhu of The Balcony Grill & Bar, Part One

​Being the owner of a dining establishment means worrying not only about the food, but also about every other aspect associated with running a business. Marketing campaigns, scheduling of employees and purchasing supplies are just a fraction of the responsibilities Paul Zhu has on his mind at the ... More >>

On the Line: Jason Petrie of Pinot Provence, Part One

​We first met Jason Petrie at Dux In Tux in November. He had us at truffle (and candied-bacon-and-mushroom risotto -- but not all at once!). Between his Michelin-earning stint at Aureole in Las Vegas and helping Susan Feniger open Street in Los Angeles, it's safe to say Jason is well-seasoned in h ... More >>

On the Line: Brian Bennett of Paul Martin's American Grill, Part One

Photo by Meranda Carter​One of the visionaries behind Paul Martin's, Brian Bennett teamed up with Paul Fleming in selecting local purveyors and perfecting the sustainable menu at their ideal neighborhood restaurant. With a personality as grand as his Tommy Bahama shirt collection, Bennett shares q ... More >>

Burger King Has New French Fries

​In the hierarchy of fast-food fries, Burger King's offerings have never been at the top of the batch. They've long wilted beneath McDonald's fries, which are awesome if consumed within 48 seconds, and In-N-Out fries, which taste cardboard-y to me, but are generally loved by the masses. Well, ... More >>

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On the Line: Eric Souka of Capital Seafood, Part One

​The latest branch of Capital Seafood greeted guests just less than a month ago, bringing its signature Asian cuisine to the lifestyle venue known as the Irvine Spectrum. Executive director Eric Souka has been cooking with Capital for more than 30 years, and he was gracious enough to meet between ... More >>

On the Line: The Men of the Burnt Truck, Part One

Photo by Meranda Carter​When we suggested the guys behind local luxe lonchera the Burnt Truck split up the answers, it wasn't until after the fact we realized all three (Paul Cao, Phi Nguyen and Minh Pham) submitted answers to the entire questionnaire. So this week, we flex our keyboarding muscles ... More >>

On The Line: Josef Lageder Of The First Cabin Restaurant, Part One

Photo by Meranda Carter​This week, we are treated with an ocean view at The Balboa Bay Club & Resort for our interview with Executive Chef Josef Lageder. A man of diverse culinary talent, he's not only worked alongside Julia Child, but Sam Choy, too (That explains his love of using a rice cook ... More >>

On The Line: Wing Lam of Wahoo's Fish Taco, Part One

Photo by Meranda Carter​One-third of the founding brothers behind Orange County's quick-casual eatery simply known as Wahoo's is not just On The Line, but on the go. We accompany Wing in the carpool lane one afternoon as he reflects on his education and passion for cooking to the masses. Buckle up ... More >>

No. 88: Chicago Dog at Chicago Harv's

​Welcome to the 2011 edition of Stick A Fork In It's 100 Favorite Dishes. We've just kicked off our countdown to #1 (which will appear the same week as our compendium on all that's good and right about Orange County).

Winner, Winner, Don't Eat Dinner: The Worst Restaurant in the Anaheim Resort

​Last November, we celebrated the closure of the Baker's Square restaurant in Garden Grove's International West district, the very worst example of a chain that struggles to achieve mediocrity. It was, in retrospect, pretty bad--limp produce, low-quality meat, and service that met every criterion ... More >>

On The Line: Jay DiEugenio From BACON MANia, Part One

Kevin Lara​Who doesn't love a slice of bacon? Chewy with extra grease, or baked crisp, Shuji-style, its universal appeal is probably only outnumbered by oxygen. It was a matter of time before a luxe lonchera came along to steal the snout-loving diners of Orange County. Half of the visionary duo BA ... More >>

On the Line: Arturo Briones of Wildfish, Part One

Photo by Kevin Lara​Wildfish, for a lot of people (including myself), is known for its generous Happy Hour--one of the best in OC. The discounts extend later than most and continue on the weekends. But it should also be known for its seafood and the man who makes it sing. Here, we talk with exec ... More >>

On the Line: Nathan Coulon of True Food Kitchen, Part One

Photo by Kevin Lara​True Food Kitchen has been on my sights for an On the Line for months. Here we finally catch up with its motorcycle-riding executive chef, Nathan Coulon, who--apart from cooking dishes under the guidelines set by a physician (Dr. Andrew Weil has his name and approval all over ... More >>

Justin Bieber Eats In-N-Out Before Leaving LAX

I am not a Canadian, so I do not know what chains they inordinately idolize, so who knows how teeny-bopper Justin Bieber got to In-N-Out before departing on a flight from LAX on Valentine's Day--but order some he did.

The Kickin' Crab Joins the Crustacean Nation

A new Santa Ana Vietnamese-Cajun seafood joint joins the trend and tries to break the curse of its location

Ross Pangilinan of Leatherby's Café Rouge, Part One

Photo by Mary Bell​ Meet Ross Pangilinan. Born in Tennessee and raised in Orange County, Chef Pangilinan studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Pasadena before going off to cut his teeth in fine-dining establishments here and in Michelin-starred restaurants in France. Now he commands the kitchen as th ... More >>

Three Signs of OC in Japan

​OC Weekly sent this reporter to Japan for two weeks to study karaoke. Or, this reporter took a vacation. Not saying either way. Regardless, even in the land of the rising sun and the plentiful vending machine, Orange County wasn't ever far from mind. Three examples follow...

Yvon Goetz of The Winery, Part One

Photo by Kimberley Valenzuela​I first ate Yvon Goetz's food when he was the executive chef at the now defunct Chat Noir in Costa Mesa. It was a wonderful meal. This was way before the whole Culinary Adventures empire went kaputz. Prior to that, Chef Goetz was the executive chef at the Ritz-C ... More >>

George's Hamburgers' Breakfast Burrito Connection

[Hole in the Wall] The Fullerton eatery deepens the mystery wrapped in an enigma wrapped in a flour tortilla

Overheard at the Farmers' Market, Part 4

​This week's list is a little thin, because the Irvine farmers' market was smaller than normal due to the torrential rains of last week; fully a quarter of the vendors were unable to pick. That didn't stop the adventurous from braving the still-soggy outdoors, though.

At the Farmer's Market: Apples and Stuff Made From Them

Dave Lieberman​It's fall, which means it's apple season here in Southern California.Tilden Farms from Riverside has Sekai Ichi apples, which are thought to be a cross between Red Delicious and Golden Delicious. They're great for eating out of hand, with a lot of juice and none of the mealiness tha ... More >>

On The Line: Yves Fournier of Andrei's Conscious Cuisine

Photo Courtesy of Andrei's​Yves Fournier was born in Paris and has worked just about everywhere in the world, including France, England, New York, and, of course, Irvine, where he was Chef de Cuisine for 6ix Park Grill at the Hyatt Regency.  Now he is the Executive Chef of Andrei's, which c ... More >>

On the Line: Amar Santana of Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale's

​This week we grilled Amar Santana, Executive Chef at Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale's, South Coast Plaza. As well as cooking, the Dominican Republic-born chef also teaches regular kitchen technique classes at the restaurant (for information, check the website).Here, he talks about his love of por ... More >>

On the Line: Chef Florent Marneau of Marche Moderne

Courtesy of Marche ModerneHe is Florent Marneau, chef and proprietor of Marche Moderne, one of the best French restaurants in the county.  We are food bloggers with a few dumb questions that we've always wanted to know but were afraid to ask.  What do you get when you mix?  You get wh ... More >>

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers and Fries To Take Over Irezumi Sushi Spot at South Coast Metro Pointe

Photo Courtesy of Boardwalk Fresh Burgers & Fries As long as we're talkin' about chains from The South penetrating our borders and tickling our tongues, let's talk about Boardwalk Fresh Burgers and Fries. It will open at South Coast Metro Pointe, next door to Arriba's (no word yet on an a ... More >>

In-N-Out vs. In & Out; Mickey D's vs. Nicky D's

Surely, you've heard this story about a Coney Island restaurant drawing the ire of the McDonald's corporation for calling itself Nicky D's?  If you haven't watched the CNN video (which I include here), you might think that it's just a big bad corporation picking on the little guy. But once you ... More >>

[Best of OC 2008 Post Cards] Foodstuffs: Greetings From Rachel Klemek

Commie Girl

Itching with it

You Want Christ With That?

Chick-fil-A sticks God in the deep fryer

Dull Knives, Sea Cucumbers and Bleeding Scrotums

True tales from OCs ambulances

Dine and Dashboard

Guilty Pleasures

1601-1818

Great Bands of the County, Unite!