21 Oceanfront

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   Michael

   VIP

   Orange County

   113 reviews

   3.0

   113 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Disappointing food quality for price. Service was solid, made a mistake on steak order & handled very professionally & comped desert... perhaps my expectations too high, but when dropping $500 on dinner for two, i expect an all-around great experience, and especially great tasting food... not the case this time around. Worst $100 bone-in Rib-Eye I've had in some time... overall quality & cuts of meat have been dropping at many restaurants. Did not expect this at 21 Oceanfront!
   

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   Michael

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Fantastic evening. Staff and food were excellent Will be back again soon.
   

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   Jose

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Service from start to finish was excellent. For a Valentines experience my wife and I would both rate this a memorable experience setting the bar quite high. The seating and dining areas were fully booked but not uncomfortably crowded or too noisy. The three-course meal was amazing and just enough to satisfy any hunger or desire. The mood and ambience were just right, and the venue hit on every level for an evening out with my better half.
   

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   Ira

   VIP

   Orange County

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   To have a well trained staff and an unbelievable location to fall short on the food is always a surprise me. I’m not a drinker so all I can speak about is the underwhelming food preparation and presentation.
   

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   Russell

   VIP

   San Francisco

   60 reviews

   5.0

   60 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Great location on the waterfront. The interior is really nicely decorated and laid out with multiple levels and views. Lots of staff everywhere so service is amazing. The dinner was a fixed price menu for Valentine’s Day but there were various options for all diets. Food was well prepared and perfectly cooked. Definitely recommended.
   

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   Eric

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   From the moment we walked in, the warm, intimate ambiance set the perfect tone for our Valentine’s Day dinner. The restaurant had a carefully curated menu, and every dish we tried was packed with flavor. One standout dish was the grilled artichoke—it had a bold, smoky flavor that was truly enjoyable. However, the texture was a bit too tough, making it difficult to chew and swallow, almost like chewing on gum. It was the only slight drawback in an otherwise exceptional meal. Beyond the food, the atmosphere was simply enchanting. Soft lighting, cozy seating, and an inviting energy made the evening feel special. It wasn’t just a meal; it was an experience one that made our Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable.
   

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   charles

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Nothing special, considering g out VLentines Day meal was $50> bucks. They got me this time. Won't be back. Save your money.
   

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   Todd

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Valentine dinner was a complete rip off, extremely small portions from a set menu at an exorbitant price. Pleas note I regularly eat at places like Morton’s, The Palm etc . So I have no problem paying for good food.
   

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   Michael

   Palm Springs

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   View and service were amazing. Pork loin was a little tough, but the steak was perfect. Awesome date spot. Little noisy on the bar side, but booths on south side are more quiet. Classy spot. Love that they have a dress code.
   

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    Tim

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

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

    Great experience for Valentine’s Day! Food was wonderful, great view, great date!
    

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