Great atmosphere, gives you that old school steakhouse vibe. Also some live music. The filet wasn't bad. The NY streak strip wasn't so great though. The steak strip bites were good. Be forewarned, the prices aren't listed on the menu. The Shrimp cocktail, which was 4 large pieces were above par. But I don't think I'd come back here for the food. Ambiance and service yes.
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We went here last night for the first time and I was absolutely delighted to find out that there was live music! There was a man playing the guitar and singing… my favorite!
We started out with the Clam Chowder and it was pretty good, no complaints. Our drinks were ok. I had the Cave margarita and Matt had the Mule. We were served complimentary cheesy bread that was pretty good but not memorable.
The main dish was delicious! I had the king Crab and Matt got the Ribeye. Both were so good! I can’t wait for the left overs for lunch! They brought out an extra leg because they thought I didn’t have enough! I couldn’t finish it all, I’ll be making a king crab roll tomorrow for lunch 🤤, Matt’s ribeye will be in a breakfast burrito, living the high life!
We ended with the cheesecake, with chocolate… it was good, but didn’t take like it was freshly made, tasted like it was frozen.
My only complaint is that there was a table of 4 sitting between us and the musician… they were SOOO loud! They took away from the wonderful music! If you’re going to be talking obnoxiously loud with your friends, do everyone a favor and go to the side of the restaurant that’s meant for conversation.., don’t go to the side where someone is singing and trying to entertain people only to have your loud mouth drown out the singing.
This place is awesome the first time I went there. Very cool speak easy vibe down in the basement of a building. The service was exceptional The food was amazing cooked perfectly the cocktails were awesome and poured perfectly! It is kind of pricey but worth every penny
The best most romantic atmosphere at L Cave Steak House! Nice music, nice servants, bartender is great. Food is delicious and drinks are amazing! Dimmed red lights. Perfect for a date dinner. It’s pretty expensive, but its worth it! Menu doesn’t have prices on it. Be ready it will not be cheap, but if you want to impress your other half, thats where you should come and thats what you should spend. Quality is pricy! Enjoy!
Pretty much perfect in every category. The food and service were both excellent. Appetizers like the shrimp cocktail and garlic bread, and sauteed mushrooms were all very good. The crab legs and teriyaki chicken were both very good, the salad and rice pilaf were also both very good vegetarian dishes. The atmosphere was very good, really matched the old-school aesthetic with crooner music but was kinda weird when they had a live musician come in, didn't do it for me. The service was excellent, drinks were frequently filled, among other things.
Incredible atmosphere. Like stepping into a 1960s Las Vegas steak house. Great live music and shrimp cocktail was great. Steaks were just alright. I got a lobster for $50 extra and it was kind of tough and small. Probably won't go back unless for drinks.
Fiona was amazing, greeting us as old friends. Ceaser, our bartender and server was attentive. He seemed to read our minds and was there for anything we needed.
The steaks and mushroom appetizer were delicious. The steaks were perfectly prepared, tender an juicy.
We will be back!
I've eaten at the best steakhouses in Orange County. This is my favorite.. It's like you're walking into an old Martin Scorsese mob movie.. underground, vintage art, live music, old school steak, perfectly chard.. It feels like I'm in a different time period.. Thank you for an exceptional experience.
Step into the Time Machine, destination 1962. Dark atmosphere, a single table candle, smoke filled room, and Nat King Cole crooning as you enjoy your New York cut steak. No burgers here. Excellent sea food is also available.
I've read some of the other reviews and let me add a little more. La Cave is not a restaurant where there are over 100 items on the menu. It is a restaurant where there are a few items prepared with excellence. No burgers, no chicken, no children's menu. Select cuts of beef and fish are what's waiting for you, and you select what you eat, not pictures in a menu. Be patient, if you were expecting fast food you came to the wrong place. The quality food you selected will not be rushed. I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience, I invite you to enjoy it as well, by not rushing and not expecting a McDonald's menu here.
Rib Eye Steak and Mushrooms were a bomb,
The ambiance was great with an old school vibe
Would recommend to try should you find yourself in OC
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