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Orange County - Marché Moderne restaurant
6.8

Marché Moderne

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

Food: Invariable quality, tiny portions

Marché Moderne serves food that’s more of a hit or miss. The Hamachi Crudo comes fresh and delicious, while the Braised Short Rib and Filet is a flavorful punch. However, the Wild Spanish Octopus Appetizer can vary between perfect tenderness and disappointing blandness. The food at Marché Moderne has creative presentation, but the small portions often leave guests longing for more.

  • Great Creativity

    Creative, unique dishes consistently elevated with innovative, artistic presentation.

  • Okay Taste

    Mixed opinions on food; some found dishes average while others enjoyed.

  • Value

    Overpriced, limited menu, lackluster experience not worth the high expense.

Top 3 dishes at Marché Moderne

  1. 1

    Braised Short and Filet 🏆

    Tender, flavorful, and perfectly paired with sides for a memorable meal.

    Braised Short and Filet dish
  2. 2

    Hamachi Crudo

    Hamachi crudo described as perfectly paired with sorbet, fresh, and delicious.

    Hamachi Crudo dish
  3. 3

    Wild Spanish Octopus Appetizer

    Most reviews highlight its perfect tenderness and wonderful flavor combinations.

    Wild Spanish Octopus Appetizer dish

Vibe: Amorous setting marred by noise

Marché Moderne offers a cozy, romantic ambiance with modern and stylish décor creating the perfect scene for date nights. Despite the positive atmosphere, the restaurant loses its charm due to an unbearably noisy environment that ruins the ambiance. The drinks, particularly wine and cocktails, are disappointingly subpar and overpriced.

  • Great Aesthetic

    Cozy, romantic ambiance with modern, stylish decor loved by many customers.

  • Drinks

    Overpriced wine and weak, subpar cocktails disappoint some guests.

Perks: Attentive service, if you can hear it

Parking is not a problem at Marché Moderne as it offers both valet and self-parking options. The restaurant is well laid out for both small and large parties, and the staff often impresses with their attentiveness and professionalism. However, the unbearable noise levels could ruin your experience, and the lack of diet flexibility, particularly for vegans, is a potential drawback.

  • Great Service

    Staff often described as attentive, friendly, professional, quick.

  • Okay for Groups

    Restaurant layout caters to both small and large parties well.

  • Hard To Reserve

    Reservations not honored timely; waited long despite having a booking.