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Orange County - The Tea House On Los Rios restaurant
6.6

The Tea House On Los Rios

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

Food: Creative variety meets bland taste

The Tea House on Los Rios offers up a decent array of dishes such as the Victorian High Tea, Scones with Jam and Cream, and Currant Scones, all of which are notable for their generous portions. Whilst the freshness of the dishes can sometimes waver between standout and averagely less impressive, the main issues lie in the uninspired vegan options and a general lack of taste causing some dismay among customers.

  • Great Variety

    Extensive selection caters to varying tastes and dietary needs frequently.

  • Okay Taste

    Mixed views on food; some elements delicious, some mediocre.

  • Not Creative

    Lack of originality and uninspired vegan options underwhelm, needing creativity.

Top 3 dishes at The Tea House On Los Rios

  1. 1

    Victorian High Tea 🏆

    Includes a delightful variety with champagne, sandwiches, and dessert.

    Victorian High Tea dish
  2. 2

    Scone with Jam and Cream

    The scone was soft, huge, freshly baked, and paired beautifully with cream and jam.

    Scone with Jam and Cream dish
  3. 3

    Los Rios High Tea Currant Scones

    Warm, fresh, and perfectly crumbly scones praised by many customers.

    Los Rios High Tea Currant Scones dish

Vibe: Exquisite charm plagued by noise

The ambiance of the restaurant can only be described as charming, cozy, and unique, making it quite pleasant for date nights but is occasionally disrupted by excessive noise levels. The views, while charming, don't make up for the sometimes slow service.

  • Great Ambiance

    Customers love the charming, cozy, and unique ambiance of the restaurant.

  • Okay Views

    Charming views and atmosphere outside; service and pricing vary.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Very loud, busy place disrupts simple conversation enjoyment.

Perks: Convenient bookings eclipsed by parking woes

Setting reservations at The Tea House on Los Rios proved to be seamless, even recommended however, parking was often lamented as a nightmarish experience due to limited spaces and a confusing layout. The incredible outdoor seating experience was also occasionally marred by long waits and cramped seating.

  • Great For Diets

    Extensive, accommodating dietary options, impressive vegan and gluten-free variety.

  • Okay For Kids

    Offers great food and atmosphere, with options for kids.

  • Bad For Groups

    Cramped seating and long restroom waits detracted from the experience.