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Restaurants.

Sit-down, fast casual, takeout windows and everything in between. Every cuisine Orange County has to offer — from chef-driven Mexican on Center Street to quiet weeknight pho on Bolsa.

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Alibertos Jr Mexican Food
Aliso Viejo

Alibertos Jr Mexican Food

Hidden-gem Mexican spot inside a gas station; Monster Burrito and famous fish tacos; serves breakfast.

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Cafe Eightyone
Aliso Viejo

Cafe Eightyone

Fast-casual café; breakfast burritos and fruit smoothies; open mornings through mid-afternoon.

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Chuponcito
Aliso Viejo

Chuponcito

Family-owned modern Mexican kitchen; house-made horchata and chilaquiles; breakfast until 11am weekdays/12pm weekends.

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Kanpai Sushi
Aliso Viejo

Kanpai Sushi

Neighborhood sushi spot known for fresh fish and rolls like the Dynamite Roll and Albacore Lover Roll.

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Koya Sushi
Aliso Viejo

Koya Sushi

Japanese restaurant running buy-1-get-1-50%-off on all rolls; spicy tuna crispy rice and specialty rolls.

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Lupes Mexican Eatery
Aliso Viejo

Lupes Mexican Eatery

Char-grilled Mexican eatery; 1lb carnitas/al pastor/steak meals; open late Thu-Sat until midnight.

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Milk and Honey
Aliso Viejo

Milk and Honey

Cozy café blending gourmet coffee, boba, and French pastry; Spanish Latte and Nutella crépe; study-friendly.

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Omomo Tea Shoppe
Aliso Viejo

Omomo Tea Shoppe

Quality-focused boba tea shop (est. 2018); ube matcha, mango fruit tornado, and oreo brûlée green tea.

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Pho King Way
Aliso Viejo

Pho King Way

Affordable Vietnamese pho house; signature bowls with filet mignon and fresh spring rolls.

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Seven Seas Roasting Co.
Aliso Viejo

Seven Seas Roasting Co.

Veteran-owned specialty coffee shop; lavender honey latte and avocado toast; free Wi-Fi and patio seating.

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Stadium Brew Co.
Aliso Viejo

Stadium Brew Co.

Local brewery + gastropub; house-brewed Blueberry Lager and Nachos Grande; brunch and patio game-day hangout.

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Sushi Kizuna
Aliso Viejo

Sushi Kizuna

Edomae-style sushi bar by Chef Masa (ex-Taiko); famous for the Albacore Shooter/Masa Tower and chef's omakase.

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Thai Bite
Aliso Viejo

Thai Bite

Local favorite for authentic Thai; pad thai and crying tiger beef; generous portions at fair prices.

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Zen Sushi
Aliso Viejo

Zen Sushi

Clean, reliable neighborhood sushi spot with lunch and dinner; yellowtail collar and fresh daily fish.

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