Ysidora Restaurant and Lounge (@ the Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano)

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   EllenT

   Seattle

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Delicious meals all around!

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   KatherineF

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   I went to ysidora for my anniversary and I loved it

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   OpenTable Diner

   Las Vegas

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Wonderful place! Delicious food! Sweet corn cakes with bacon syrup and spiced whipped cream! Carne Asada Juevos! Great ambience and excellent service.

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   LindaC

   Orange County

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Tomahawk dinner special was a complete rip off at $140. Served on parchment paper that kept being stuck to the food, unevenly cooked and way too fatty. The remaining courses ok, but not great. We sat on the patio with dinner reservations and the manager initially did not want to seat us claiming that it wasn’t open yet. Very few guests. Beautiful property but mediocre restaurant

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 16, 2022

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   The food and service were amazing! We had a great time! Can’t wait to go back!

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   Oneinacrowd

   New York Area

   40 reviews

   5.0

   40 reviews

   Dined on January 16, 2022

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   Fabulous spot! Terrific vibe at the bar along with personable, attentive bartenders. Wonderful ambience and good variety on the menu. Everything we had - charcuterie, croquetas, sliders, ribeye and the apple cinnamon churros(!) - was delicious, and our servers were great. Really cannot wait to go back.

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   precious

   Orange County

   27 reviews

   4.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on January 16, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   This is my third time at this restaurant. The food is usually very good. My dish last night which was the cauliflower dish and it was great. My friend ordered the beet salad and oh my gosh it was so disappointing. It was a big plate of lettuce and maybe three beats underneath, very sad. Guacamole was very good. I do recommend this restaurant but don’t order their salads

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   SallyB

   Baja California Sur

   19 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on January 9, 2022

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   The food was pretty good but the service was abysmal. The bartenders in the bar were great but the dinner servers were so bad. Slow and inexperienced and didn’t know the menu at all. Won’t be back.

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   MichaelS

   New York Area

   16 reviews

   4.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on January 5, 2022

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   The food and service was outstanding. The reason that we're not giving them 5 stars is that the menu is fairly limited due to COVID effects on the kitchen staff. The menu on their website is not the menu they are able to offer. That said, the dishes we did have were delicious and well prepared and presented. The staff could not have been nicer. I actually can't wait to go back when they the are up to full speed and have the full menu available.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2022

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    NYE event was wonderful and in compliance with Covid guidelines. We felt safe. Tables were set far apart and doors and windows were open. The live band was amazing. And pre-set dinner was great . Loved the soup and appetizers. The main course was ok. I gave it a 4. Friendly and outstanding service for New Year’s celebration! It was pricey but worth it especially because of live band, great service and ambiance, and Covid guidelines compliant atmosphere. Truly enjoyed the evening. Well done!

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    JeffN

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2022

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    Can here for the NYE dinner. Initially the service was great but as the dinner went on it was hard to get our waiter. The food was just ok. There was a amuse bouche that was forgettable. The salad with chicharrone was good. The main dish which was a play on surf and turf was ok. The pot roast was fine but the scallop was not cooked well. The dessert which was a red velvet cake was very dry. In the end the most disappointing thing was that night was not really what was advertised the website said we would be cheering every hour with Cava which only happened when we actually rang in the new year. There was no wait staff to get another glass. Also when we returned to the table after the ringing in the New year there wasn’t a wait staff to be found. The dinner was way overpriced. For 3 people it came out to $700 and the service was not anywhere that deserved this

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    precious

    Orange County

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2021

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    This was my second time to this restaurant, when you look up the restaurant it does not tell you that it’s a small menu Monday through Thursday so we were disappointed with the food as it was mostly tapas. There was a large party next to us so the waitress was very busy so our service was a little slow. Our first experience was five stars, our second experience was less. I would go back on the days that they have the full menu.

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    MichaelV

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2021

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Came for Christmas dinner and it was just ordinary. Two suggestions: have a more inclusive menu. There was one soup offering and is was gazpacho. Would suggest a chicken tortilla and/or albondigas as well. Also, any specials? Second, I would have more of a “Christmas-like” feel. Suggestion: Have Santa visit the table; have a centerpiece such as holly and/or poinsettias; put out an inexpensive present/white elephant gift of sorts that can be given out. Service was great though. Justin did a great job taking care of us. Overall a good experience but I think a restaurant like this can definitely elevate more to the occasion.

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2021

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    For me , the more simple the better. The way the pork was described to us was roasted for 2-3 hours. Nothing was mention about it being stuffed snd rolled. My steak was good. Chicken was good. Another thing was I couldn’t identify what I was eating. The manchego potatoes were kind of a mystery. Bottom line is I felt the chef was trying too hard

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    LocalFamily

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2021

    overall3food2service1ambience3

    Food is limited and inconsistently cooked/spiced over 3 visits. Music was too loud inside for dining. prices are set too high for what they deliver in food ($12 for guacamole with only a few chips, then $2 extra for the chips that should have come with it...can be saved, needs some help though - and quickly, as word is spreading.

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    PeterR

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2021

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    Obviously difficult times for staffing. Servers were very good but stret

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    Debra

    Orange County

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2021

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    Tapas menu was so delicious and surprisingly very filling. The churros were absolutely the best!

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    WilliamQ

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2021

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    I highly recommend this restaurant for ambiance, great service, exquisite food, and plan on returning for brunch in 2022. I had read the reviews and didnt sound good but it is beyond anyones imagination of culinary delight, feels like you are in Madrid

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    Debra

    Orange County

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2021

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    The tapas menu was great ~ most especially the delicious guacamole! I think it’s the best guacamole I’ve ever eaten!

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2021

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    We got there right on time. The tables are not set up at this restaurant. Maybe they were low on staff I understand that our table was dirty so we could not sit down. The food was OK there was no ambience no music. We enjoyed our food we enjoyed our conversation in the company of ourselves. However, we all agreed that we would not come back. We were hoping for a very festive holiday feel and we didn’t get any of that.. We did notice in the lounge that there is a beautiful fireplace and it was completely full of people that’s where they were all enjoying themselves. low lighting , couches , fireplace, candles… it look like you were at home in the lounge. The dining area looks like an afterthought or more of well… let’s go ahead and put in a dining room because I think we need it. A lot of empty wasted space. They can do better much better…. Call me… i’ll come and help you work it out💕

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    Maurice

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2021

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    It was the worst experience ever. We were seated outside which was extremely cold and having to share one heating lamp with another table. This diminished the intimacy and private conversation. Then to top it off, we sat there for 15 minutes without anyone offering as much as a drink of water. Of course we got up and left. And to add insult to injury the valet said it cost $12 for the car they have parked only for a few minutes. So I said, bro I didn’t even eat and was only here for a few minutes. He comped it. Overall it was a terrible experience. I wouldn’t recommend this place.

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22. BL

    BertL

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2021

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    Although the receptionist was largely clueless, the food and waitstaff made up for it.

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Went to celebrate a Birthday ! Great food and music. Sat inside it was a Little noisy with other parties. Food was fabulous.

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    MikeL

    Orange County

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2021

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    Beautiful venue, although the dining room ambience was a bit cold and lacking. We were not told when we made the dinner reservation that it was only going to be a “modified/partial menu” I was taking friends for a special dinner and was disappointed to find hardly a menu at all. The servers worked hard and were friendly but were not trained on wine or the food. Management?

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    CandaceD

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is a beautiful restaurant. The food was amazing and the ambiance.

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    Peter

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2021

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    I enjoyed my experience overall. The food was very good, the service was good, the setting in the inn was nice. I felt it was very noisy, however. The singer had a good voice, but I don't really need music with my meal, and it's hard to tell where the bar ends and the restaurant begins. Wasn't crazy about having to sit outside either. Overall would have preferred a quieter and more intimate indoor setting, but other than that no complaints about the food or service.

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    JimC

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    They need more items on the menu. What they have is good but too limited. There is a good opportunity to present some great and unusual Spanish food.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Overall a very pleasant experience. Just a little disappointed that they ran out of a couple items on the menu.

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    PeterR

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2021

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    Great experience as always!

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    JaniceJ

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Definitely will be back!

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2021

    overall2food2service2ambience4

    The hotel and restaurant are beautiful. Unfortunately the food and service was terrible. I ordered the “local” grilled fish… I received farmed salmon! That is not a “local” fish unless you caught it at Costco. It was overcooked .The black lentils had numerous uncooked lentils I’m lucky I didn’t break a tooth. My husband order the beef sliders… over cooked beef and stale rolls. Now on to service. After taking our order & asking us we if we wanted another drink she just dropped food , drinks, bill and never said a word to us and Threw the food, drinks & bill on the table each time without looking at us as she was passing by like she was in a big hurry It was rude. No the place was not crowded…It’s a shame because the place as I first mentioned “ looked” great

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    lovedit

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2021

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    Great local spot but order carefully. You would think that with a name like Ysidora there would be super paella. However that was the one dish that disappointed. Rice with breaded, fried chicken on top doesn't cut it anywhere. On the other hand, the grilled octopus was fantastic. Not seeing any vegetables on the menu we asked if the chef could do something and were very pleasantly surprised with a nice order of grilled asparagus, carrots, and broccoli. Service was great and drinks outstanding.

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    JohnS

    Northern MI

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2021

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    Enjoyed the live music and outdoor dining atmosphere

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    ChristineB

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

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    We’ve been here a few times before and it was always good. We enjoy the outdoor seating. Tables are spaced well enough apart for Covid regulations as well. Great ambiance and love the live music. 2 new things occurred during this experience. *Hostess wouldn’t seat us 15 minutes early. The entire party of 4 was present. (There was plenty of seating available.) *Drink ordered took a long time, food was delivered before 3 cocktails could make it to the table.

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    ItalianNonna

    Orange County

    19 reviews

    2.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

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    Anxious to see the Inn at the Mission, we booked a reservation at Ysidora's and were attracted by the courtyard seating. The hotel is gorgeous with a nice big bar, open and comfortable seating, and a beautiful, romantic courtyard. Service was good but the menu was not what we expected. Fried octopus was NOT calamari! We ordered items we recognized...salads, beef sliders, wood grilled salmon. Except for the salads (which were cold and crisp), everything was overcooked. The beef patties and salmon were dry with not much flavor. The bill came and we were shocked at the prices! Not good value for what we received. We were happy to see the new hotel but will likely never go back.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very relaxing environment, food was great, even had someone playing the guitar and he was good too. We had someone in our group who all of sudden started choking, he had a piece of his food stuck in his throat and staff was very helpful. All in all we had a wonderful time and would come back and definitely recommend to others.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2021

    overall3food2service2ambience5

    Beautiful place! Great, but pricey cocktails ($16-$18), Beautiful inside bar! Great live music. Okay appetizers. Terrible entrees! (4 of us ordered, all yuck!). Terrible servers! Nice hostesses!

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    Kacy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great evening on the outdoor patio with great music and food

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    Brothertime

    Orange County

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    The menu choices were OK. I tried the Carne Asada which I found to be very good but there weren't many other choices I could have tried & I'm not that fussy.

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    SalD

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2021

    overall3food2service3ambience4

    Very nice ambience, nice patio setting. The Carpaccio and the bread were very good but the Paella was a huge disappointment. Overcooked flavorless rice, no traces of saffron, bits of chorizo and pieces of breaded of fried chicken sitting on top of the rice, THAT'S IT. It is an insult that this dish is called Paella. Please called it something else. Although the description on the menu mentions only chorizo and chicken, from a dish called Paella I was expecting more. Also very limited choices of Entrees. If I ever decide to go back (and that's is a big IF), I will stick to the appetizers

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