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Orange County - Cafe Hiro restaurant
7.5

Cafe Hiro

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Innovative food, disappointing portions

Café Hiro prides itself on the duality of unique fusion and variety in its offerings that results in a palate-pleasing symphony of flavors. The high culinary creativity and the freshness of the ingredients are evident in each beautifully plated dish. However, these vibrant flavors may seem underwhelming to some, while the portions, despite their beauty, leave the stomach unsatisfied, causing one to question the value.

  • Very Creative

    Unique and inventive fusion brings a symphony of flavors in each dish.

  • Okay Taste

    Some dishes received mixed feelings; tasty but not extraordinary or pricey.

  • Bad Value

    Overpriced for mediocre food, leading to disappointment and frustration.

Top 3 dishes at Cafe Hiro

  1. 1

    Uni and Spinach Pasta 🏆

    Creamy uni with perfectly cooked spinach, balanced flavors; pasta al dente.

    Uni and Spinach Pasta dish
  2. 2

    Seared Scallops with Mushroom Risotto

    Perfectly seared scallops, creamy risotto with rich umami flavor.

    Seared Scallops with Mushroom Risotto dish
  3. 3

    Uni Pasta

    Creamy, rich sauce with perfectly cooked pasta; best ever for many.

    Uni Pasta dish

Vibe: Idyllic date night, mediocre drinks

The atmosphere at Cafe Hiro is cozy, charming and intimate, making it an excellent choice for date night. Its aesthetic is popular for being photogenic, and the restaurant often buzzes with high energy. Though the drink selection may not impress everyone, it suffices for most.

  • Great For Dates

    Intimate and romantic setting, creating a perfect date night atmosphere.

  • Okay Drinks

    Moderate wine selection suffice; beer and sake also mentioned, but just okay.

Perks: Reservations smooth, service rough

Parking is just adequate at Café Hiro, a careful timing strategy is recommended for the bustling shared lot. The space is cramped with loud noise levels creating interference with relaxed dining and conversations. The service also leaves a lot to be desired, often slow and disorganized, but reservation process is swift and efficient.

  • Easy To Reserve

    Reservation process is easy and recommended, leads to quick seating.

  • Okay To Park

    Plaza parking adequate but busy; shared lot requires timing.

  • Bad Service

    Service is often criticized for being slow and sometimes disorganized.