Hook & Anchor

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   Michael

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Seated right at our reservation time, water and drinks were brought promptly. Declined appetizers, ordered our entrées and they were served hot and quickly. Waitress is very attentive without being pushy. Definitely a great night.
   

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   Tracey

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We had a great experience at Hook & Anchor. We booked a reservation through Yelp about 30 minutes prior (on a Sunday evening). Arrived and received a nice booth for two. Service was prompt, beer was cold, and food was surprisingly delicious. I had the hot lobster roll (6 oz. for $47) and it was delicious. Chose parmesan fries as my side -- would choose another side next time (maybe even just plain fries). My husband enjoyed the scallops (5 large scallops for $37). He really enjoyed them, along with a salad and parmesan fries. We did get the crab cake appetizer, which was OK. I would probably try something else next time since they were pretty heavily breaded (but still had a nice taste). Friendly waitress and great that they had someone walking around removing used dishes/glasses. Overall, a nice discovery, albeit strange location in a strip center next to a couple of tattoo parlors. But don't let the location fool you! Free parking is always a plus, as well.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 16 March 2025

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

   If able I would put 2.5 on for food. It's not bad at all. Buts it's ok.... We've been there twice, service has always been good. Food came out in a fair amount of time. Not too fast not too slow and all meals came out at same time. I do not feel the menu had a broad choice. I would not NOT recommend it but I just have not experienced what all the hype has been about.
   

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   Mimi VIP

   Orange County22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 March 2025

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

   Seafood was fresh, well seasoned and had deep flavor. We are excited to come back and try the other dishes.
   

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   Fernando VIP

   Los Angeles14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 March 2025

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

   The food was very good. I had the house fav, Lobster Roll with fries. My daughter had the seafood Risotto which she said was delicious and it looked great. The wine selection was very good, we had a bottle of Spanish Cava. The Lobster Deviled eggs are a must (4 per order) and the oysters Rockefeller and Tuna Poke did not disappoint. The service was great and highly recommend. We will be back.
   

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

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

   Great food in an old school seafood house. Good ambiance with a well stocked bar. Abby was very attentive and did a great job. Parking at this place can be scarce, and it's in a bit of a seedy part of Costa Mesa. Would definitely go back.
   

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   Abbey

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

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

   Fun casual atmosphere with excellent service ! Been on the hunt for a great clam chowder and Hook and Anchor did not disappoint! We will be back
   

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   Irma

   Rhode Island1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

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

   Lobster roll was AMAZING!! Definitely worth going! Took my boyfriend for his birthday and we were both pleasantly satisfied.
   

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   Janet

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 7 March 2025

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

   A late lunch birthday - nice wine, loaded seafood salads, hot coffee and a sweet dessert - a great place to catch up with an old friend.
   

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    Vgstarrynight

    West Palm Beach7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

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

    Amazing experience! Loved the food, great service!
    

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