Stop into Hotel Irvine to experience EATS Kitchen & Bar's newest menu items, which will absolutely delight your taste buds. With vibrant décor and a circular bar centerpiece, EATS Kitchen & Bar is an ideal spot to enjoy Chef Jeff Moore's creative twists on comfort food while you sip on craft beers, interesting wines and signature handcrafted cocktails. EATS features lots of indoor and outdoor space, including a cozy fire pit, making lounging a must. Diners can share small plates; have a perfectly made EATS Burger with smoked bacon and Tillamook cheddar; enjoy house specialties such as Garganelli Bolognese, seasonal specials and more.
I celebrated the first day of May by experiencing a handful of appetizers, entrees and desserts from EATS Kitchen & Bar's new menu, and not one dish disappointed - some faves include the Fried Deviled Eggs, Truffle Mac & Cheese, King Salmon and Chocolate Mud Pie (need I say more). You'll be dining on unique, gourmet dishes and at surprisingly affordable price point, seeing as the service is top notch and you really feel incredibly taken care of. See each drool worthy dish I tasted by scrolling down, and also check out these new happenings:
Tequila/Mezcal Tasting Dinner at EATS Kitchen & Bar
Saturday, May 25, from 7 to 9 p.m.
Only 40 tequila/mezcal lovers can attend this very special Five-Course Dinner at EATS Kitchen & Bar. It promises to be an unforgettable spirited dinner, created by Chef Jeff Moore and paired with tequila and mezcal selections chosen by drinks maven and general manager Andrzej Lewczyk.
$90 per person, excludes tax and gratuity. Limited to 40 attendees. Reservations required at 949-225-6780.
New Fireside Party at EATS Kitchen & Bar Patio
Every Friday and Saturday between April and June from 7 to 10 p.m.
What could be better than meeting up with friends fireside on the patio at EATS Kitchen & Bar on a Friday or Saturday evening to relax and kick back with live music and amazing $5 specials on food and drinks? Yes, only $5 for bite-sized snacks, beers on tap, house wines and well drinks.
Pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Available on patio only.
New Friday Date Night at EATS Kitchen & Bar
Fridays, April through June, dinner only
An excellent way for dates to share TGIF is to celebrate at EATS Kitchen & Bar. The Special Date Night Dinner Deal includes a mouth-watering shared appetizer, two delicious main courses and one yummy dessert – chosen from the regular EATS menu. Also, to start the weekend off with a toast or two, the evening comes with a bottle of house wine. Salut!
$90 per couple, excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance and are available by calling 949-225-6780.
BLACKBERRY MULE
blackberry-infused platinum wheatley vodka / ginger / lemon
CAPRESE
burrata cheese / compari tomatoes / basil / pine nut granola
TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE
house cheese blend / parmesan bread crumbs
GRILLED CASTROVILLE ARTICHOKE
lemon aioli
FRIED DEVILED EGGS
italian chorizo / manchego cheese / oregano
GARGANELLI BOLOGNESE
beef & veal ragu / ricotta / parmesan cheese
KING SALMON
smoked bacon / king oyster mushroom / farmers market vegetables / leek butter sauce
CAST IRON NEW YORK STEAK
roasted red potatoes / oven dried cherry tomatoes / bloomsdale spinach / california chili bearnaise
WARM CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE
vanilla ice cream / hot fudge / house-made marshmallow
SEASONAL BREAD PUDDING
chef's creation
CHOCOLATE MUD PIE
nutella sauce / hazelnut crumble / chocolate whipped cream
Photos taken by Amanda N. Hammond
