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Orange County - The Past Memories restaurant
6.2

The Past Memories

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

Food: Tasteless extravagance

The Past Memories fails to make an impressive culinary statement. The confluence of cuisines hints towards a lack of focus leaving the diners lost in the maze of options. The taste of their dishes is an equal letdown. Reviewers have complained of bland and dry food - especially the seafood and vegetables. Furthermore, the value does not reflect in the pricing. Exorbitant prices for mediocre food heavily dents their image.

  • Large Portions

    Generous portions perfect for groups, often providing more than enough.

  • Okay Taste

    Reviews reflect a mix of amazing and mediocre food, with varying satisfaction.

  • Not Creative

    Varied cuisines in one restaurant indicate a lack of focus.

Top 3 dishes at The Past Memories

  1. 1

    Seafood Pancake with Kimchi 🏆

    The seafood pancake was complimented for its large size and flavorful mix.

    Seafood Pancake with Kimchi dish
  2. 2

    Seasoned and Fried Chicken Wings

    Perfectly crispy, flavorful seasoning, lollipop style for easy eating.

    Seasoned and Fried Chicken Wings dish
  3. 3

    Cheese Corn

    Cheese corn: deliciously cheesy, sweet corn, perfect melty texture.

    Cheese Corn dish

Vibe: Loud music eclipses coziness

The warm lighting and private booths of The Past Memories offer a cozy, stylish ambiance. However, this is often disrupted by excessively loud music. This tends to overshadow their good variety of alcoholic drinks. It's a spot for large groups, but not an ideal place for a romantic date night.

  • Great Buzz

    Trendy, lively, with a hip crowd and photogenic, Instagrammable aesthetic.

  • Okay Ambiance

    Vibrant, lively atmosphere with some finding it too loud or dark.

  • Bad For Dates

    Excessively loud and crowded, not conducive to romantic dates

Perks: Varied service amidst noise

Ample parking and accommodation for large groups are the few perks at The Past Memories, but these are nullified by the overwhelming noise. Reservations could be a hectic affair on busy weekends and the crowded outdoor space further aggravates the situation. Dietary needs or preferences of picky eaters or vegetarians might not find due consideration here.

  • Great For Groups

    Accommodates large groups with spacious seating and great atmosphere.

  • Okay Service

    Service varies, combining quick seating and friendly staff with some delays.

  • Bad For Diets

    May not suit picky eaters, allergies, vegetarians, or similar needs.