Animae

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

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   Jimmy

   New York City14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

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

   Another great dinner at Animae. The ambiance, the cocktails, the creative food all make for a great celebratory dinner. Some highlights: multiple great cocktails, including The Malarkey (a non-alcoholic cocktail), don't sleep on that; some great bites like the Tuna Crispy Rice, the Taiwanese Chicken, and the Hunan Lamb Chops. We tried a few large plates, the Short Rib Kare Kare was great as usual. The Assam fish curry was also solid, however, we were underwhelmed by the Tomahawk Pork Collar. I was expected more flavor and it felt a little lacking. Again, great vibe (comfortably loud, good music choice), good food/drinks, and excellent service.
   

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   Adria VIP

   San Diego18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

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

   This was our first visit to Anime and a bit of. Attack for North county folks BUT it came highly recommended. The service was GREAT! Top notch service with polite, polished staff. Each dish was packed with flavors, textures and colors. The crispy crap rice was a nice surprise as was the snap pea salad! The portions were good - some “fancy” restaurants overcharge and undersize but not here. The main dishes were quite large and we took some home. The ambience is so cool, something you’d see in Chicago or Austin. Is not cheap but a great celebration spot - a place to impress.
   

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   Brenda

   San Francisco3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Had a lovely time enjoying the atmosphere. Sea bass too salty and saucy and cabbage was quite tough. The overall artistry of the food, as depicted in their website, was not present. Not as dynamic as we were hoping to experience. Staff was very attentive throughout.
   

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   Anna Marie

   San Diego1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   The music was way too high but everything else perfect 5 star
   

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   Nicholas

   San Diego1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Amazing food and ambiance. Been 3 times, never disappoints.
   

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   Peter VIP

   Richmond94 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Always a tasty meal. LOTSoffoos so side go for 3 or 4 guests. Great fin
   

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   Carlos VIP

   Columbus2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Great food and excellent service. Music is a little loud.
   

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   Geneva

   San Diego7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Absolutely delicious food. The wontons are out of this world. The decor is beautiful. Really awesome experience.
   

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   Kelly

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Server Matt and Leo were extremely attentive. The food was phenomenal. We had the best time! 
   

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    Nanette VIP

    San Diego176 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

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

    Very modern and nice restaurant, food was excellent and special dishes different than other restaurants, with fresh ingredients and delicious sauces. The menu is interesting with great choises. Ambiance is chic and classic. Service is excellent. Loved it.
    

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