Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Orange County

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Orange County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Il Dolce

5.0

5 (461)

$31 to $50

Italian

Costa Mesa

About the restaurant

Known for using only natural, fresh ingredients, Il Dolce specializes in Italian cuisine. Along with a variety of pastas, salads, patrons can select from a number of pizza menu options. Inspired by authentic pies made in Naples, each pizza at Il Dolce is prepared in a wood-fire oven, giving it an authentic, smoky flavor.Family owned and operated, this award-winning restaurant provides a cozy, comfortable environment where pizza enthusiasts can watch their pies being prepared. Guests dining at Il Dolce can also enjoy a glass of wine, beer or a cocktail. Dessert items along with a special gluten-free menu are also available.

Top review

LeslieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic Caesar salad!!! Exceptional pizza. Beautiful service.

Miki Sushi & Sake

5.0

5 (93)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Laguna Beach

About the restaurant

Honoring Chef Miki Izumisawa, the female, award-winning sushi artist, originally trained by the one and only Nobu Matsuhisa. Miki was inspired by nature to create unique nigiri, cut rolls and hand rolls that blur the line between art and fusion sushi. Miki's recipes transform elements of the natural world with names such as Lava Flow, Moon and Sun, Feather in the Sky, and Prairie. Before her passing, Miki carefully coached outstanding female-only sushi chefs to execute her masterpieces. Her legacy continues in this romantic styled coastal, intimate sushi bar and cozy 18 window seats with views of Laguna's main beach. Owners Chris Olsen and Greg Washer are longtime locals who appreciate what Miki did for this community with an outstanding Japanese experience pushing the boundaries of tradition. Reservations recommended!

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NealVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing place great people and even better food wonderful place very cozy

TAIKUN Omakase - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5.0

5 (16)

$50 and over

Japanese

Dana Point / Monarch Beach

About the restaurant

New York City’s Taikun Sushi has returned to the resort, and Chef Yasu Iwai is delivering a new culinary experience sure to impress. This intimate and immersive 16-course culinary journey sources only the finest ingredients, and a meticulously crafted menu will rotate to showcase the incredible diversity of seasons and textures.

All seats are at the Omakase counter. Two seatings are offered 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm

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Kevin

Dined on Jul 3, 2025

Great restaurant great food, excellent service, love it.

Momoyama

5.0

5 (33)

$50 and over

Sushi

Fountain Valley

About the restaurant

Welcome to Momoyama, a Michelin rated esteemed omakase restaurant nestled in the heart of Fountain Valley, California. Renowned for its exceptional culinary artistry and dedication to authentic Japanese cuisine. Our restaurant offers an intimate and refined dining experience that showcases the finest ingredients and the meticulous craft of our Executive Chef, who brings over 20 years of industry expertise to every dish.

At Momoyama, we believe in the art of omakase, a traditional Japanese dining style where guests entrust the chef to create a bespoke meal that reflects the freshest seasonal ingredients and the chef's creative vision. Our omakase offerings are available for both lunch with options for a la carte and dinner, providing a unique culinary journey that is tailored to delight your senses.

Top review

Razia

Dined 6 days ago

I had a great dinner with business partners. The sushi and sashimi were very fresh. I felt like I was in Japan again.

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4.9

4.9 (326)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Newport Beach

About the restaurant

Ask any Newport local: If you want great meals prepared with fresh ingredients and served in generous portions, Cappy's is the place. For over the past 40 years, we've been a celebrity hideout, a second home to countless friends and family, and the friendly spot for good conversation and even better food. Bring your favorite furry friend as we have an outdoor patio and canopy seating.

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Maple

Dined 3 days ago

Love the location. It’s very close to the beach. Service was excellent. The servers were very attentive.

Latte Da Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (226)

$30 and under

Italian

Anaheim Hills

About the restaurant

Homemade Pastas Imported Italian Delicatessens Fresh fish & meats daily Beautiful Ambiance

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SallyVIP

Dined on Jun 16, 2025

Our second time here and our meals were very good, and the staff was very attentive. The only downside was the seating; the two tables fitted together in the back by the fly zapper wasn't ideal. We had a reservation, and there were several tables open that could have been fitted together to accommodate us.

Strong Water

4.9

4.9 (92)

$30 and under

Asian

Anaheim

About the restaurant

Strong Water is a nautical-themed tiki bar in Anaheim, California, that immerses guests in the ambiance of a sunken treasure ship. The dimly lit interior, featuring dark wood and rich burgundy décor, feels like a ship's cabin. Enjoy tropical music while sipping drinks served in tiki mugs with umbrella straws. The menu offers Polynesian-inspired dishes and an extensive selection of rum, from spiced to aged. More than just a bar, Strong Water provides an unforgettable experience. Every detail, from the décor to the music and menu, is crafted to transport you to another world. With delicious food, creative drinks, and a captivating atmosphere, Strong Water is perfect for tiki culture enthusiasts or anyone seeking a unique dining experience. Don't miss out on this extraordinary destination.

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gairVIP

Dined 2 days ago

awesome vibes and interior design, great drinks & food!

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Experience

Reservation for Dinner and/or Cocktails

Experience

Tiki Brunch - Weekend

Experience

Large Party Reservation - 7-12 Guests

Da Bianca Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (1940)

$30 and under

Italian

Orange

About the restaurant

For over 35 years, Da Bianca Trattoria has earned a reputation as a beloved local restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine. Founded by Bianca Cangelosi Bavand, Da Bianca was a dream come true for the Sicilian native. Her inspiration and the secret to the restaurant's continued success is serving simple food using only the freshest ingredients-- just like the food she served her family. Daughter Marjan Bavand Dunn continues the family legacy of welcoming our neighbors, as they celebrate milestones, meet friends and share family dinners.

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HenryVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Loved the fresh pasta - great place to enjoy being with your best friend

Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Irvine

4.9

4.9 (62)

$50 and over

Brazilian Steakhouse

Irvine

About the restaurant

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse delivers an exquisite dining experience inspired by the rich Gaucho culture and culinary traditions of Southern Brazil. Galpão Gaucho’s rodizio experience offers an unparalleled dining experience, featuring 18 unlimited selections from the grill, including the new 24-karat Golden Steak™, paired with unlimited visits to an extensive 45-item gourmet salad bar.

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience.

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FernandoVIP

Dined on Jun 30, 2025

Really good ! Excellent Service and delicious food! Highly recommend!

Ouzo & Feta - Huntington Beach

4.9

4.9 (21)

$30 and under

Greek

Huntington Beach

About the restaurant

We are Ouzo & Feta, local greek dining with homemade recipes, imported dishes originally from Mykonos, with an ambiance that will make you feel right in Greece.

Top review

JoeVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great food. Great service. What more could you ask for.

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