The Goldfinch

Name: The Goldfinch
Address: 2000 Main St suite 200, Irvine, CA, United States, 92614-7202
Telephone: (949) 379-8769
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (268)

$31 to $50

American

2000 Main St suite 200, Irvine, CA 92614-7202

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2 people

Jun 16, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

California Cuisine and an extensive Beverage and Craft Cocktail program while focusing on only the best and freshest quality ingredients.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 379-8769
Website
http://www.thegoldfinchrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2000 Main St suite 200, Irvine, CA 92614-7202
Neighborhood
Irvine
Cross street
Gilette & Main
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

What 268 people are saying

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

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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The Goldfinch offers a "wonderful" dining experience with "excellent" service and "delicious" food. Highlights include the Maple Glazed Double Pork Chop, lively atmosphere, and beautifully decorated interiors. While some dishes could use improvement, the restaurant's "attentive" staff and "great" ambiance create a memorable visit. Parking is convenient, and the diverse menu caters to various tastes.

268 Reviews

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ShariS
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the decor, great food! Definitely going back!
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Charles VIP
Orange County8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time in the new "Finch" since the demise of the former fish restaurant, uncertain what to expect, we took a chance, and were glad that we did. Abner, our energetic, competent, friendly and attentive server, guided us to a booth a good distance from the bar, which was expectantly noisy, as bars are supposed to be. We ordered, he helped with a suggestion or two, and the sat back in the booth, relaxed, and had our wine. Because it was Happy Hour, Abner suggested the house wine, and we found it pretty good, and only $8 a glass. So good, in fact, that we continued down that road through dinner. The food came fast--although it was early in the evening, and the "Finch" was not yet crowded--and when it did, we found it really tasty, the portions generous. Didn't have to wait for the check, which in some restaurants becomes a real challenge, and we left, well-fed and happy. Parking is in the structure, the house gives you a code to exit, and the entry is directly from the parking structure. On the way to the "Finch" you pass an Italian ("Monaco" and one other cafe, all new, and all looking interesting. We shall return.
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Chris VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything I have ever ordered there has been superbly prepared. Service impeccable.
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Austin
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Very disappointed in our first and last visit to this establishment. We had a reservation for Mother’s Day and they ran 40 minutes behind schedule. The table they set us at was dirty. They served our food to us with no utensils. And the portions were very small for the cost. We ordered dessert and all the ice cream on top was melted. Manager was arrogant for someone who allowed his reservations to wait 40 minutes past their reservation time. Will not be going back.
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Angela
Phoenix / Arizona1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ryan was our server and he was fantastic!!! I will definitely be coming back with my friends and family!! The food was outstanding, I got the Maple Glazed Double Pork Chop and it melted in my mouth!! The atmosphere was great and everyone was so friendly!!
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Lily
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They did a great job on one of the toughest restaurant days - Mothers Day brunch. We were seated right on time for reservation and both the service and food were excellent. Everyone was attentive and with a ton of great choices on the menu it was a great meal for everyone.
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Chris VIP
Orange County13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our fifth time at The Goldfinch and it's always wonderful. Mother's Day brunch for my wife and mother-in-law was perfect. Will be back soon.
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K VIP
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful brunch. Great service! Look forward to going back.
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Rick
Los Angeles26 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time and everything was very good. We will be back.
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Patricia
Los Angeles40 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful inside. Tables are not crowded together. Menu is great. Service is excellent. Prices are very good for this area. Food was hit and miss. Avocado eggs Benedict on bread was very good. Eggs cooked perfectly. Toast not toasted enough. Needed a bit more Hollandaise. Fruit cup was okay, but had 1/2 watermelon which is just filler. French toast with strawberry compote and whipped cream was undercooked, and mushy in the middle where the strawberry compote was. Mimosa flight was meh. Peruvian coffee was amazing. They validate your parking. Will return.
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The Goldfinch is rated 4.7 stars by 268 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 16, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

2000 Main St suite 200, Irvine, CA 92614-7202

Additional information

Cross street
Gilette & Main
Neighborhood
Irvine
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.thegoldfinchrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(949) 379-8769

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