The Dish
The Dish
On the IRVINE ranch™
We invite you into The Irvine Ranch’s evolving dining scene, offering an insider’s view of the chefs, restaurants, and culinary traditions that shape Southern California’s food culture.
Rooted in the agricultural heritage of The Irvine Ranch, The Dish celebrates food as a shared experience, where every meal brings people together and every dish tells a story.
Everyone deserves a place to discover, savor, and belong.
SAVORY STORIES
Chef-Approved Takeout
Discover chef-driven takeout from local favorites across Orange County like Din Tai Fung and Veggie Grill, built for quality, flavor, and life on the move.
NEW OPENINGS
New Snacks and Sweets
Levain Bakery at Fashion Island
Molly Tea at Los Olivos Marketplace
Chef Spotlight
Kanate Ungkasrithongkul
Manaao Thai Comfort Food
Engineer-turned-restaurateur brings precise technique and Thai comfort food to Manaao’s new flagship in Irvine.
The Wicked
1. The Wichekd
WHICH WICH SUPERIOR SANDWICHES
Multiple Locations
Chicken Doner Pita Sandwich
2. Chicken Doner Pita Sandwich
DONERG TURKISH & MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
Multiple Locations
The Reggio
3. The Reggio
PIADINA ITALIAN MARKET SANDWICH
The Market Place
Croque Madame
4. Croque Madame
PANDOR ARTISAN BAKERY & CAFE
Multiple Locations
Media Noche
5. Media Noche
HABANA
Irvine Spectrum Center
Vegan Banh Mi
6. Vegan Banh Mi
MENDOCINO FARMS
Multiple Locations
The Single Slider
6. The Single Slider
DAVE’S HOT CHICKEN
Culver Plaza
Vegetarian Paella
Shiitake mushroom, broccolini, snow peas and Piquillo peppers
CULINARY CANVAS
Tapas Time: Telefèric Barcelona Brings Spanish Gastronomy to Fashion Island
Experience authentic Spanish pintxo culture, wood-charred pulpo, seafood paella, and handcrafted sangria at Telefèric Barcelona’s newest coastal location.
KIDS’ TABLE
Top Snack Time Finds at Specialty Grocery Stores
Looking for lunchbox inspiration? From K-pop candy to fresh fruit, local kids share their snack selections from Orange County’s specialty grocery stores.
Restaurants
on the Ranch
Whether it’s a casual bite or a special night out, your perfect dining experience is just a click away.
