Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in North Orange County

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in North 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!

Casablanca The Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (165)

$31 to $50

Moroccan

Costa Mesa

About the restaurant

A Superb Algerian-Moroccan and West Mediterranean Fusion Cuisine. A Culinary Adventure at
"Casablanca The Restaurant & Bistro" in the Casbah inspired atmosphere.. A legacy of more than 30 years of Moroccan cuisine in Orange County.
Our staff is fluent in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Dutch

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

It’s my second time here and we loved it!! The owner is so nice, he made it a wonderful experience. The food is great!! And the belly dancer was fun entertainment. I would highly recommend for a great dinner with entertainment.

Petrossian at Tiffany

4.9

4.9 (253)

$50 and over

French

Costa Mesa

About the restaurant

The new Petrossian at Tiffany restaurant concept—located at Tiffany & Co. South Coast Plaza—brings a one-of-a-kind dining experience to Southern California. With the world’s finest caviar and a French-influenced contemporary menu, Petrossian’s Executive Chef Carlos Cabrera masterfully unites the art of caviar with the Tiffany & Co. tradition of excellence.

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JenniferVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Elevated space serving creative food with caviar touches. Tasting flight of 4 different types of caviar a must as a starter.

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Table Petrossian at Tiffany Closing Party

Cucina Alessa Huntington Beach

4.8

4.8 (1067)

$30 and under

Italian

Huntington Beach

About the restaurant

Benvenuti da Cucina Alessa Huntington Beach, Ristorante Italiano. Feast your eyes upon our exquisite homemade creations and treat yourself to a truly authentic and delectable Italian entrees. From our famous "salsa verde" to our homemade lasagnas, fresh fish, and famous tiramisu, we will transport you to the heart of Italian hospitality and ensure you an experience only possible a Cucina Alessa!

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Cris

Dined 6 days ago

We had a wonderful dinner for four at Cucina Alessa. I was able to book reservations on Open Table immediately. We enjoyed great dishes and the calamari fritti was exemplary. I recommend them highly.

Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Costa Mesa

4.8

4.8 (169)

$50 and over

Yakiniku

Costa Mesa

About the restaurant

Authentic Japanese Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant.

Manpuku Community!
We are now open for inside dinning ONLY.
Please call at 714-708-3290 if you have any questions. Thank you!

-Restaurant Policy-
We hold reservations for 10 minutes. If your party has not arrived or called via phone within 10 minutes after your reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to mark your reservation as a no-show or cancellation. Time limit of 1hour 45 min dinning must be required for all party. Please check in before your reservation time.

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Dennis

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Great meal, excellent service. Our booth was a little crowded, but manageable. We did feel a little rushed by the staff, but understood as they had previously presented their time limits. We will return.

Tempo Cantina - Anaheim Hills

4.8

4.8 (715)

$30 and under

Contemporary Mexican

Anaheim Hills

About the restaurant

*WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME*

Tempo Cantina brings Latin flavor to Orange County and Los Angeles from creative founder and owner MR.TEMPO.
Come for the atmosphere, but stay for the food. You will find all of your favorite Latin dishes infused with Asian flavors. Join us Happy Hour everyday, Weekend Brunch or Taco Tuesday for a dining experience like you’ve never experienced before!

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jamie

Dined on Oct 27, 2024

Had lots of fun! Great unique food experience every time we visit!

SandBar Huntington Beach

4.8

4.8 (111)

$30 and under

Mexican

Huntington Beach

About the restaurant

Sandbar Cocina y Tequila offers a variety of revamped Mexican food classics, vibrant cocktails, and an extensive range of international tequilas and mezcals.

Our food menu celebrates Mexico’s diverse ingredients through contemporary interpretations of classic dishes, as well as some nostalgic recipes.

The bar program features handcrafted margaritas and creative cocktails, an extensive tequila & mezcal list, including a selection of rare and classic international tequilas and many Mexican, craft and domestic beer selections.

Sandbar’s design incorporates custom materials, lighting, furniture and décor which will transport you to the beautiful coasts of Mexico. With our prime locations just blocks from the Pacific, Sandbar’s Mexican coastal design blends with laid SoCal beach vibes and modern Mexican cool.

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Mike

Dined 7 days ago

The food was amazing. Rib eye enchiladas were so good! The rib eye melts in your mouth and it's full of flavor with that chimichurri. It was my wife's first time and she loved it! I definitely will be back for more date nights.

Rock & Brews - Buena Park

4.7

4.7 (389)

$30 and under

American

Buena Park

About the restaurant

Situated in Buena Park, Ca next to Knott"s Berry Farm. With its charming, brick-clad indoor and alfresco dining areas featuring friendly picnic and striking fire-feature tables, expansive rock-inspired art collection, and flat screens showcasing some of the greatest moments in rock history, Rock & Brews Buena Park is a popular, multi-generational hangout. Guests can dine on Rock & Brews’ signature American comfort food while also enjoying a full bar with a broad selection of international and craft beers and an impressive wine and cocktail list. Keeping the entire family in mind, Rock & Brews Buena Park offers a kids menu and welcomes four-legged friends on the dog-friendly patio. For parties larger than 4 please call the restaurant for reservations at 714-266-0314.

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Dustin M.

Dined 3 days ago

I thought this was like a Hard Rock or another touristy expensive restaurant with average food but it’s actually great. Our server Adam provided perfect friendly service and advice. Perfect professional waiter IMO. Food was good. Happy hour beers were delicious. Our Wednesday burgers specials were delicious. The decor is awesome everywhere you look too!

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Experience

Game Day Blitz - Football Specials

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Happy Hour at Rock & Brews

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Kids Eat Free on Monday

Momoyama

4.7

4.7 (14)

$50 and over

Sushi

Huntington Beach

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.

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PalakVIP

Dined on Dec 1, 2024

Overall great experience! A huge thanks to the chef and the staff!!

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4.5

4.5 (514)

$31 to $50

Persian

Santa Ana

About the restaurant

Darya Restaurant has been serving the Santa Ana, California area with authentic Persian gourmet dining for more than 20 year years. The restaurant features an elegant d�cor with a private mezzanine room, lit chandeliers and formal stairway. Darya Restaurant offers lunch and dinner daily and features gourmet cuisine at affordable prices. The restaurant offers an extensive menu of appetizers, beef, lamb, chicken, soups and salads, Persian rice with meat, Persian stew, seafood, combination platters and vegetarian plates. Popular selections at Darya Restaurant include albaloo polo, koobideh with lubia polo, chelo kabob, chicken with bones, filet mignon, lamb kabob and tadig special Persian rice.

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RITA

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

Good food and good service. I enjoyed the dinner.

Mesa Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (506)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Costa Mesa

About the restaurant

Mesa Lounge is a unique nightlife experience in the heart of Orange County.

For bottle service inquiries please contact Sabrina@mesacostamesa.com or by text at 949.531.2426.

Please note that we are a 21 and over venue at all times, valid photo ID is required for entry. All guests in your party must be present to be seated. We offer a 15 minute grace period for reservations before releasing the table to a guest on the wait list. Due to limited capacity and high demand, reservations are limited to a 90 minute seating.

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MarvinVIP

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

It was a great experience for a group of 9. We ordered many appetizers and plates to share

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Experience

Mesa's Social Hour

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