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Orange County Mining Co., Santa Ana, CA

Orange County Mining Co.

4.3
4.3
2886 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Orange County Mining Company provides our guests with a rustic, casual, and relaxing, American steakhouse and saloon experience. Quality meats, poultry and seafood. Hearty soups, fresh produce and rich desserts. Eclectic wines, classic, and new classic cocktails. Allow yourself to relax and enjoy as you soak in the incredible view of the world from up here. You’ll be better for it…our promise!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 49 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Steak, Barbecue

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (714) 997-7411

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Thomas McNamara

  • Private party facilities

    With two banquet rooms hosting both large parties and private ceremonies, Orange County Mining Company offers the flexibility in event space to help you plan an incredible event. The panorama view, day or night, is an unmatched backdrop for any special occasion.

  • Private party contact

    Angela Aderholdt: (714) 997-7411

  • Neighborhood

    Orange

  • Cross street

    Chapman-Cannon

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,886 people are saying

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • North Orange County

    Great for scenic views

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  1. DwightB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    We enjoyed the Food but we was told you did not have any Grey earl tea and no splendor please always keep your food items fully stocked
  2. NickP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    Setting, service, and drink were good. Food was mediocre, when I’m paying that much for a steak I expect it to be cooked the way I asked. Steak was over cooked and under seasoned. Veggies were undercooked and no seasoning at all.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was very nice. Our waiter Lief was very polite attentive, and helpful. He made sure we had everything we needed. We were pleased with the service.
  4. JuliaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice moment and great service ! Best brunch around LA !
  5. TrudieS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Food was cold and not fresh. Service took to long for everything from drinks, to refills to getting my husbands dessert for his birthday after the check was brought. Busboy took to long to clear dishes and waiter had to take care of it. Overall very disappointing.
  6. Mogarcia

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good atmosphere, great food and service, great view. Seating was a little tight.
  7. MaulinaD

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Place was amazing, we eat outside with amazing view. Food was Great, price also great. The ribs are so good. Dessert was huge, and delish. Love this place
  8. PAULB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Good night overall. Service was a little slow thanks
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    I had a group gathering for my birthday here, and the waiter was very attentive and cheerful. Thank you for making it a nice birthday experience.
  10. BethR

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lot of the dishes were empty and waiting to be refilled. Food that was available was fresh and warm.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    It was a great experience and they were very accommodating with us and our infant/stroller.
  12. SusanL

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience3
    Great food and view.
  13. MarcU

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was amazing. The food arrive hot, very tasty and generous portions.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an awesome anniversary dinner! Great food, great service, great table location - it’s why we keep going back!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The only thing I was not satisfied with , is the fact that they had ran out of the beer I wanted.
  16. KevinJ

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Wonderful buffet with many choices although there were no crab forks so eating was challenging. Amazing beverage service for mimosas. Awesome city view. Food was unfortunately not hot for some dishes. Dessert choices could be improved and cannolis were disappointing as not authentic.
  17. CarinaA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Enjoyed the Sunday brunch, lots to choose from, loved the scrambled eggs and potatoes, my husband loved the pasta dishes. Would go again.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great view of the city, with great food
  19. Brett

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very enjoyable time, the server Kennedy made the night better , place was VERY busy and loud, Kennedy our server was honest and explained that she was very busy with multiple large tables and let us know that would make the night enjoyable. SHE DID, she made sure we were cared for.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    My experience was very good .. we had a good time. Drinks, food and the service was great.. beautiful view
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food arrived in a timely matter and was really tasty. There was unfortunately no room left for dessert, but would definitely have gotten The Miner’s Mud Pie!!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The view and the ambiance were outstanding. The food was great, but a bit too pricey.
  23. Mike

    Phoenix

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Service was very slow. Took about 1 hour to get our meal. Food was not outstanding. Probably will not visit again.
  24. ANADAISYG

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    View outside was awesome but the food is not that great!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was good. No complaints
  26. Steph

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We love this place! Love how you feel like you’re inside of a mine. Super cool! Food was great! Ordered steak and seafood. Cocktails were awesome too! 👍🏼👍🏼
  27. PityV

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience3
    Food wasn’t good. We had been to many upscale restaurants but this one tasted the worse unfortunately. Long horn or outback are even more delicious and they are not upscale restaurants. So sorry!
  28. PhilipG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I requested a window table and they were more than happy to accommodate us. A server saw us trying to take a family picture and she was more than happy to take it for us without us even asking her.
  29. Witt1273

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kennedy was our waitress and she was simply marvelous. Very nice and welcoming. She took care of our every need during dinner in a very timely manner. The food was outstanding and we celebrated an Anniversary of our friends. It was a perfect evening. Thank you. We will be back.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    First time here for Valentine’s Day. It was very underwhelming. Food was overall pretty bland. Steak and lobster was over cooked and under seasoned. Mac and cheese tasted like it came out of a box, no seasoning either. “Seasoned rice” was basically just white rice. And their “famous” cheese bread was sliced white bread with so much butter and cheese it was just very soggy garlic bread. The service was ok. But definitely could’ve been better considering how many tables to servers there was. It looked like each server had only 1 table, some 2. When we needed something the server wouldn’t be by for another 40 minutes. So by the time we could ask for refills or give feedback on our entrees the food was either cold or almost gone. We opted to leave right after dinner and didn’t stay for dessert after we overheard a couple tables order dessert just to be told they 86’d half the dessert menu. We were there 15 minutes after they opened meaning all the tables were the first round of reservations. How are they out of half their desserts just an hour or so after opening?? Had high hopes got this place but the view it’s sadly the best part of the entire place which makes it just not worth it.
  31. LindaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my daughter here for her bridal shower brunch. We had a great time. Food selection was great and service was awesome.
  32. NaomiC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We celebrated my sister Birthday and thought that it would be nice for her and others in the party to experience the restaurant.. Unfortunately the table where they sat us was very uncomfortable.. It was very cold and it was inside the Restaurant.. it was very hard to enjoy our food.. However we made the best out of it 😌
  33. SSMM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great view. Helpful staff and good food at a reasonable price.
  34. RobinP

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Buffet was great, prime rib was amazing!! But they have changed where the buffet is, you have to walk across the lobby to get it. They should put it back in the original room where there is now a bunch of large tables. I don’t know who would want to dine in that room there is no view and that is one of the best things about the restaurant. Our server Jana was awesome, great happy personality took care of us. Definitely going back just hope they put the buffet back in the original buffet room before Covid.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience5
    Waited 30 min passed reservation due to open table “over booking” the restaurant. Waited in the bar area 20-25 min before we were able to order drinks (staff was very visibly busy). Sat at a table almost an hour passed reservation. Food and servers were very nice. Manager very accommodating to the littlest person in the room. Aside from the hour wait to get seated food was good to go.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    Sat outside on the patio. Ambience was very nice with the sun setting and the heaters were on, so it wasn’t too cold/too hot. Server was nice, but service was really slow. The server was too busy to handle all the tables but he also wasn’t the most efficient in trying to manage his tables, despite all the help from the server’s assistants and hostesses and the manager. We were okay as we were one of the first tables that were sat, but the other tables that came later didn’t get the best service, in my opinion. Steak was a little underprepared with a few bites, but overall, it was good.
  37. MaritzaM

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great time. Food was good. Location is beautiful
  38. SarahS

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Valet parking $8.00, that's not kool, and $47.00 for brunch. Bacon was very marginally cooked, and very greasy. Ribs and most other items were just lukewarm, and the gravy was the only thing that was really hot to put on biscuits! As for the crab legs, very small and too much work for very little meat. And the shrimp, you had to peel first, and it was tasteless.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Waited 50 min past our reservation time. Food quality was low at best. Service was non existent. Only positive thing to say was the bartender while we were waiting was amazing.
  40. CraigP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The food was good, but could have been hotter. The bar is outstanding with great choices and pleasant bartenders.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Orange County Mining Co. is rated 4.3 stars by 2886 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Orange County Mining Co.

10000 Crawford Canyon Road, Santa Ana, CA 92705

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Chapman-Cannon

  • Neighborhood

    Orange

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Steak, Barbecue

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Thomas McNamara

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (714) 997-7411

  • Private party facilities

    With two banquet rooms hosting both large parties and private ceremonies, Orange County Mining Company offers the flexibility in event space to help you plan an incredible event. The panorama view, day or night, is an unmatched backdrop for any special occasion.

  • Private party contact

    Angela Aderholdt: (714) 997-7411

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