Reviews Detention

This is a private membership lounge with a menu that is well planned and limited to provide the exceptional quality that sets this restaurant experience apart. This is a no rush atmosphere where you are intended to stay and enjoy the meal. The experience started in the lounge where the bartender personally visited to get ideas about the type of drink you prefer. There is no ordering a drink that is just "ok", exceptional is what they strive for a achieve. You are also welcome to bring in your own wine for a nominal corking fee for 2+ bottles. There were 4 main dinner options, that I hear change monthly. We ordered the Indian spices and the steak, which was enough food to feed a table of 4. Each were prepared to perfection with flavors and spices that are thoughtful and pair well together. One meal (each had 3 separate dishes) came at a time so you could enjoy the dishes on their own. There staff are very attentive without being intrusive. The location was clean, minimally decorated in the dining area, slightly drafty but comfortable. Overall, a great experience and delicious food.

My first time here was about a year ago. Someone special brought me here for a date which I thought was super cute. It was busy and we got a two seater table by the kitchen. Portions were small. I had some wine with my food. They kept asking if our food was okay. Had fun on with this person here. Very cute and good times ❤️

Great food, and a great time. We called ahead and they were completely booked for dinner, but we tried anyway. They did seat us on the patio, which is just ok for a patio, the people watching and heaters made up for the lack of atmosphere outside. We had the option of sitting in the lounge bar or outside so we choose outside. We were asked about any food allergies before we got seated so that was a nice gesture. All the servers were very attentive and we got our drinks and food fast. The food was very yummy and full of flavor. Our server was lovely and very knowledgeable about her drinks, our first time ordering a negroni. I highly recommend this place for all things DTSA!

First time here and what an amazing experience. The service was absolutely wonderful. Elizabeth was a delight. She checked on us regularly and made sure every dish came out to our liking. I'm not a huge fan of alcohol, but I do occasionally like a very light and refreshing libation. When I asked regarding drinks that would be low in alcohol and refreshing to the taste, she made sure to have the bartender whip up something close to what I was looking for. I ended up with a pineapple coconut passion fruit concoction with just the right amount of rum where I could feel it, but not taste it. Her level of attention immediately jump-started our evening on a high note and it only kept getting better. My husband and I ordered the Hokkaido milk bread and butter and it was heavenly. The bread was crispy on the outside, warm and fluffy on the inside, and a creamy taste. The butter accompanying the bread was rich and creamy and had a sweetness to it that complimented the creaminess of the bread. We then ordered the slow-roasted Japanese yam, which was beautiful in flavors and in plating. Yams are incredible on their own, but the brown butter soy lime emulsion had a sharp refreshing flavor that balanced out the heavy starchiness of the yams. The gai-lan were tender and salted perfectly and added a bit of crunch for texture. Beautiful. For entrees, my husband ordered the mozzazo rigatoni. The menu described it as "if cacio di pepe and carbonara had a baby," and let me tell you, that baby was absolutely divine. It's probably the best pasta I've had in years. The creamy pasta was bursting with flavors and spices that just worked amazing together. For my own entree, I ordered the wagyu skirt steak lomo soltado. Now, my husband and I frequent a few Peruvian restaurants. Detention's lomo soltado just blew every single other one we've tried out of the water. The wagyu was cooked perfectly medium and the level of heat was perfect. I enjoy spicy food, but I also like to enjoy my food, so I don't like the spiciness to affect the taste of my food. They got that balance just right for me. My husband and I got our own entrees, but we split them half and half and neither of us could decide which we liked better. They were both amazing but their flavors were so wildly different we just loved them for what they were. And then there was the sticky toffee pudding. Holy toffee-loving heck. I have not put something that delicious in my mouth since my MIL took me to Addison's for my birthday. My mind was blown. The pudding itself was not sweet at all allowing for the toffee sauce to shine without overpowering the sweetness. The whipped cream they served with it was salted. SALTED!! So you get a salty-sweet flavor when you top your bite with whipped cream. The way they balanced the flavors in this one dessert was absolutely genius. You have a dense, spiced cake with minimal sweetness, a beautiful toffee sauce full of delicious flavor, and a bit of saltiness to cut the sweetness when it gets too intense. Overall, the experience was perfect. Excellent service and the atmosphere was great! I'm so glad they do not crank their music up so you can't hear each other. That seems to be a trend, but the music here was loud enough to hear, but not to overpower conversations. This place really checked every single box for service, food, and atmosphere. We will definitely need to come back here again.

We had an 8 course meal. I forgot to take a lot of the pictures because the food was so amazing I didn't want to waste time taking pictures. Honestly, seriously and sincerely some of the best dishes I've ever had.

One of the best places to eat in Orange County. The service was top notch, the food was delicious. The menu is well thought out, not a lot of things but there is something for everyone. We had two kids with us so that's not always easy. The Pork patty was delicious, the omlette was very well made and a change from the normal breakfast eggs Benedict. I can't wait to try their dinner menu.

A review cannot do this place justice, you need to go and check it out for yourself. Went to the 2.0 experience last week and it was amazing. Unique, delicious bites. One of my favorite dishes was the dry-aged sea bass, who knew you could dry age fish?! Side dishes and drink pairings also on-point. Also, the bread. That bread. So fluffy and soft and fresh. Chef Jason obviously knows what he is doing. I can honestly say you are missing out if you don't visit. Trust.

Visited twice in the last 2 months and both meals were delicious. Drink wise, the cocktail with the milk punch is the go to. Very balanced citrus flavors with a creamy mouth feel. Duck breast is a stand out dish with the perfectly al dente soba noodle. It's an Asian dish well executed in a non Asian restaurant.

DTTN 2.0 is a foodie's dream come true. Every dish is unique and prepared with a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and presentation. Jason showcases his culinary expertise, skillfully blending unique ingredients and techniques to create innovative and unforgettable dishes. Whether you're a fan of traditional favorites or eager to try something new and exciting, DTTN 2.0 offers a diverse menu that caters to all palates and preferences. The ambiance is warm, inviting, and makes for a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. The service is personal and personable as the staff ensures that each guest feels welcomed and taken care of. From the moment you step through the door, you are greeted with genuine warmth and attentiveness. The menu is constantly evolving with innovation and seasonal ingredients. This dedication to freshness and creativity ensures that each visit is a unique and exciting gastronomic adventure.

I finally had a chance to dine at Playground! We had the "We LOVE Raw Fish And This Is Our Favorite Way", "Uncle Lou's Fried Chicken", "Brussel Sprouts Caesar", and "Khao Soi". The food was delicious! I had wanted to order an additional dish, but I'm so glad we didn't. We were stuffed by the end of our meal. I really enjoyed all the flavors in every dish. The raw fish was very light and refreshing. It came with small round pink radish wrappers, which I thought were very cute. I was surprised that I liked the Uncle Lou's Fried Chicken. I was scared when our server let us know that it had a buffalo flavor. I'm not a big fan of buffalo, but the flavors of the fried chicken was so unique! It was sweet, salty, and tangy. I was able to taste the buffalo, but there was also bbq and other spices! The seasoning was good. It comes with two drumsticks and two thighs. These are smaller than KFC size. The portion was bigger than I had anticipated, which is always a nice surprise. We both really liked the brussel sprouts. Best brussel sprouts we've had. The sauce is creamy and surprisingly went really well with the dish. It also had edamame, if I remember correctly. We were surprised to find tortilla chips and croutons in it. It added great texture to this dish. This portion was also much bigger than we had anticipated. It was our first time ordering Khao Soi and we were surprised to find out that it was a noodle soup dish. This was our favorite dish of the night. The broth was delicious! It had a creamy curry coconut milk base. The noodles in the soup were thick and squiggly and there were crunchy fried noodles on top. The squiggly noodles were the perfect texture. I was really glad that we got this dish. We both ordered a beer to go with our meal. The beers were decently priced! We were both really impressed with everything that we had. We would love to come back and try other dishes!