This small OC bistro is atypical of most. While the food caters to the sophisticated palette, the location is strip-malled and quite small. The atmosphere is tropical and casual, though it can be... More

This small OC bistro is atypical of most. While the food caters to the sophisticated palette, the location is strip-malled and quite small. The atmosphere is tropical and casual, though it can be overshadowed by the ruckuss at the bar if there is a game on. (Just take the TV out, C'mon). The food is actually quite appealing, but the most memorable tidbit was not the ginger-wasabi ahi, but the mesmerising painting of the restaurant's chef on the wall. Shockingly realistic, it can be mistaken for a photo-shopped photograph. Whatever you do, don't face it while you eat, if you stare at it too long you'll have nightmares.
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