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Orange County - Scarlet Kitchen & Lounge restaurant
7.5

Scarlet Kitchen & Lounge

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

Food: Delicious tastes, unimaginative portions

The food experience at Scarlet Kitchen & reveals a flair for culinary innovation and a knack for tantalizing any discerning palate. Despite the creativity and delightful taste that earns deep acclaim, the portions and freshness pose a letdown. Although it has a range of menu items, the small portions and variable freshness mar the overall value of the dining experience.

  • Very Creative

    Creative, unique, and imaginative menu items consistently highlighted.

  • Okay Variety

    Hit or miss menu with both extensive and limited options, needs focus.

  • Low Quality

    Fishy old seafood, over-salted meals, and mediocre fish quality.

Top 3 dishes at Scarlet Kitchen & Lounge

  1. 1

    Bacon Wrapped Dates 🏆

    Perfect balance of sweet and salty, highly recommended as an appetizer.

    Bacon Wrapped Dates dish
  2. 2

    House Burger

    Bacon jam was superb; burger consistently called delicious, savory.

    House Burger dish
  3. 3

    Grilled Cheese and Soup

    Most reviews rave about the delicious taste and comforting combo.

    Grilled Cheese and Soup dish

Vibe: Refreshing ambiance, unsettling odour

This restaurant boasts an ambiance that is as stylish as it is welcoming, enhanced by the good times live music brings. The drink selection is an adventure with top-notch cocktails and wines, but the occasional sewer smell belies this otherwise perfect setting. Date nights are hit or miss here, depending on personal preferences.

  • Great Drinks

    Extensive, innovative drink selection with top-notch cocktails and wines.

  • Okay Ambiance

    Reviews cite both cozy, stylish decor and some overly noisy aspects.

  • No Views

    Sewer smell disrupts the outdoor dining atmosphere intermittently.

Perks: Easy reservations amidst noisy confusion

Perks offered by Scarlet Kitchen & are a mixed bag, parking is ample and free while their online reservation system also earns praise. Patrons can enjoy the spacious patio with or without their pets. However, the high noise levels make for difficult socialization, and the rather unfriendly kids and group policies may disappoint some.

  • Easy To Reserve

    Simple online reservations through OpenTable were consistently praised.

  • Okay Service

    Good atmosphere and friendly staff, but service speed varies.

  • Bad For Kids

    No kids menu available, making it less accommodating for families.