The Hobbit

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

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   Tonya

   Orange County12 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   The food was good we liked the old style where they served chapagne and lots of horderves in the cellar. The prices was very expensive considering what you get. I was celebrating my 59 birthday and it was great however the bill was over $1100.00 for a party of 4. Also, we had to purchase two bottle of wine as wine does not come with your meal unless you pay an additional $75.00 per person. The total bill would have been the same. As the two bottles we purchased we $300.00 total. in any case wine or not is is way over priced.
   

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   Stephen VIP

   Orange County130 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

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

   This has been a favorite restaurant of mine for about 30 years. It's my go-to place for special occasions and celebrations. We treated a longtime friend for her milestone birthday, and the evening didn't disappoint. From champagne and appetizers at the beginning to delicious course after course (and intermission) and wines, we had a wonderful time. The service was also outstanding. We will certainly return.
   

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   Steve

   Central Coast4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 11, 2025

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

   Excellent experience. The chef is top notch, service is impeccable, drinks are wonderful. Worth it.
   

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   keith

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

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

   nice and quiet/romantic. they needed to have a serving fork for the appetizers downstairs. waitstaff seemed rushed. amazing food and wine. great idea to have folks walk around and chat before the main course.
   

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   Darlene VIP

   Orange County3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 29, 2025

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

   We’ve come here on a few special occasions and has always been a wonderful experience. The food was exceptional. Highly recommend the wine pairing. Not only to compliment the dishes, but the wines as also delicious on their own.
   

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   Azucena( Susie) VIP

   Los Angeles68 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 28, 2025

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

   It was not the same experience as the when the original owners had it . It changed you don’t have appetizers and cocktails in the basement any more when you arrive at 6 pm . You don’t have any seating when get intermission . So you have to go outside or walk for 10-15 min . Is less food but, quality is little better and $$$.
   

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   Alex

   Cancun1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 24, 2025

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

   Food and service was excellent. Very comfortable and spacious but I feel that it it was a little pricey for the amount you get. Would return but not for a while.
   

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   Susan

   Orange County15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

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

   The Hobbit staff made this special evening memorable. I could not ever find a more gracious group of staff members to make our evening more enjoyable. We each felt pampered. Each course was thoughtful and unique. I was especially appreciative of the accommodation the Hobbit made for my daughter...it was her 60th birthday this past Saturday. When Jodi called me to confirm our reservation for 3, she asked about any dietary issues with our party. I had to mention that my daughter (the birthday girl) just could not endure any seafood or fish. That was no problem for the Hobbit staff, who made substitutions in the Amuse-Bouche AND the First Course. She was delighted to receive Quail in place of Mt. Lassen Steelhead trout for the First Course. I had a bite of her Quail, and it was delicious! The Prime New York Strip was tough, and my sister (who ordered Rare) was initially served a Medium piece of meat, which, of course was replaced in short order. These things do happen. Overall, the evening was 4 hours of indulgence including the Cocktail period. It made a memorable special birthday event for a very special lady. Thank you.
   

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   catrina

   Orange County5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

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

   This was a wonderful experience! It was a beautiful historic house and the romantic ambiance was perfect! The food was delicious and the wine pairing was on point. We enjoyed the servers who explained everything about the food and the wine. This is a special experience and will one for the memory books!
   

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    Birgitta

    Orange County26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

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

    Excellent service , from greeted at the door to attention at the table Food was good , a nice variety , due to the dark ambiance was not able to see the presentation well, first bites , nice , not very inviting , taste good The lamb ragu w cavatelli, had a good taste Sorbet a great palate cleanser I chose the Black cod that got lost in the mushroom sauce , the lobster glaze really did not give a taste as the brown sauce took over the taste Last the Dark chocolate tart , pastry very dry would have needed a small whipped cream on the side As a birthday treat the chocolate mousse wax the delicious The staff really shined , the somalier very good presentation oc wines
    

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