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Orange County - The Cannery restaurant
6.6

The Cannery

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

Food: Meet neat fish, bid small plates

The Cannery dishes out some interesting plates. The Asian seabass moist and tender, the seafood salad beautifully dressed with a variety of crisp seafood, and the surf and turf offering exceptional lobster and steak. Unfortunately, the creativity ends there. Taste, portions and value received mixed battles in opinion. Freshness was hit-and-miss and the variety is constricted.

  • Okay Creativity

    Well-prepared food with unique flavors, but menu feels predictable.

  • Bad Value

    Overpriced for comparable establishments; mediocre and bland for high prices.

Top 3 dishes at The Cannery

  1. 1

    Seafood Salad 🏆

    Abundance of fresh, varied seafood; beautifully dressed and presented.

    Seafood Salad dish
  2. 2

    Asian Seabass

    Sea bass is very moist, tender, and perfectly cooked.

    Asian Seabass dish
  3. 3

    Surf and Turf

    Surf and turf cooked to perfection; lobster and steak are exceptional.

    Surf and Turf dish

Vibe: Exuding stunning water-side aura

As lackluster as food might be, The Cannery swoops in with a very distinct, pleasing ambiance. It's intimate, cozy, enshrined in stunning waterfront views, perfect for a romantic date. Live music serves as a decent backdrop for the curated wine and innovative drinks, making the place a trendy social hub.

  • Great Views

    Amazing views, especially near water, enhance the dining experience significantly.

  • Okay to Entertain

    Live music is present, providing a decent complement to the meal.

Perks: Plenty gripes with service, noise

Reservations are almost obligatory, but they don't always eliminate the wait. Parking can be a challenge and the noise is excessive. The outdoor seating is cozy and group friendly, but it doesn't remedy the painfully slow service. Let's not even discuss the disappointing vegetarian menu and un-accommodating kids options.

  • Great for Groups

    Great at handling big parties, with private areas and attentive service.

  • Okay To Reserve

    Reservations recommended; experiences vary with some waits despite booking ahead.

  • Bad Service

    Service was beyond slow and staff had no clue overall.