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Orange County - Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar restaurant
6.4

Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar

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

Food: Creative, yet inconsistent

Tannins seems to be a restaurant of contrasts, as their review reflect. Its chef's creative flair and diverse menu are lauded, with dishes that demonstrate culinary artistry. The portions are generous, which customers appreciate. However, the taste and value have both been marked as 'neutral' with quality and service showing inconsistency. A negative marker on freshness is concerning, with accounts of dishes seeming 'washed out'.

  • Large Portions

    Portions are often described as perfect, generous, and more than sufficient.

  • Okay Value

    Portions good-sized, prices reasonable, but food and service quality varied.

  • Low Quality

    Dishes lacked flavor, seemed washed out, one-note, lacking depth.

Top 3 dishes at Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar

  1. 1

    Garlic Bread and Olive Tapenade 🏆

    Garlic bread with olive tapenade praised for deliciousness and complimentary extra tapenade.

    Garlic Bread and Olive Tapenade dish
  2. 2

    Salmon Dish

    Cooked to perfection, moist inside with perfect charring outside.

    Salmon Dish dish
  3. 3

    Filet Mignon

    Filet mignon melts in the mouth, exceptionally tender and perfectly made.

    Filet Mignon dish

Vibe: Clamorously cramped

In terms of vibe, Tannins unfortunately falls short. It's a noisy space that lacks cleanliness, making it cramped and disruptive to the overall ambiance. This does not bode well for date nights, as patrons have remarked on the lack of privacy and comfort. Despite these drawbacks, the restaurant has an impressive wine selection that wine aficionados may appreciate.

  • Great Drinks

    Extensive, impressive wine selection, perfect for wine connoisseurs and tasting.

  • Okay to Entertain

    Good service with okay music, security, and bad decoration mentioned.

  • Bad Ambiance

    Ambiance disrupted by noise, cramped space, and lack of cleanliness.

Perks: Noisy, yet accommodating

Perks at Tannins are equally mixed. Parking is a nightmare, and the noise level obstructs proper conversation. Reservations are not handled well, with delays and undesirable tables despite advanced booking. The outdoor area, while being pet friendly, is disrupted by the neighboring car wash. However, the restaurant accommodates large groups well and their menu caters to various dietary requirements.

  • Great For Groups

    Accommodates big groups with private rooms and attentive service effectively.

  • Okay Service

    Service varies; at times excellent, at other times slow and inattentive.

  • Bad Outdoor

    Patio feels cramped, noisy car wash detracts from dining experience.