I went there few days ago as I was in the area, this was my first time since the expansion. Last time I had gone to M Cafe was couple of years ago when they were a small restaurant that had chair and table on the side walk. We ordered the same food as couple of years ago, Persian pizza, Zaban Sandwich. I also tried their tahdig and it was good, good size and fair price. No issue there with tahdig. My issue was with the sandwich and pizza. The quality of the food had dropped and the prices have increased. I do not mind paying the extra if the quality is good. They charge $5 for side of fries when most places the fries is complementary. With the high price of sandwich plus the fries a family of 4 can expect to pay $60-80 for 4 sandwiches. Which I think is too much. They have a very extensive menu that offers many of the Persian dishes. Their average prices are higher than similar Persian restaurants in the area. The service was fast and the atmosphere was great. I hope they go back to their roots and focus on the quality instead of expanding and adding new dishes to the menu. What worked for them couple years ago was keeping the place small and providing high quality pizza and sandwiches. It’s not the case now.
Nilou Sadri
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April 12, 2024
I love M Cafe! The wide variety of dishes cater to all taste buds, from kebabs to sandwiches and pizzas. The service is top-notch, with friendly staff who go the extra mile. The use of high quality ingredients sets this restaurant apart from other Persian restaurants. Overall, it's a must-visit for anyone in the area!
Robby Vand
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February 21, 2024
The M Cafe & Grill is one of our favorite restaurants in Orange County. The food is always very fresh and delicious, from appetizers to entrees. We highly recommend trying the Shandiz lamb kebab and Ghorme sabzi and don't forget to order the Mast o Mousir. The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming.
We've eaten at the restaurant and also ordered takeout, and both experiences were great. The takeout was packed neatly and nicely. Prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous. We highly suggest giving this restaurant a try.
Ghezal Purmul
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July 10, 2024
We came here for dinner and the food and presentation of the food was top notch. My daughter loved the chicken koobideh and the rice as well as the M Cafe Fries. The portions are big and can easily feed a family. The customer service was excellent with fast service and attention to our requests. The place is beautifully set and clean. One thing I always look at is how clean an establishment serving food is. Food hygiene is so important and directly related to overall hygiene. Will definitely be coming back to try their other dishes! This Persian restaurant has the most extensive menu I have seen, which is exciting for foodies like me. They also have two big fish tanks/aquariums to keep the kids entertained for a bit. I definitely recommend this place.
Farnoosh Bahrami
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November 12, 2024
I’ve visited this restaurant twice and enjoyed the atmosphere, especially the weekend music and dance. The kababs were good, but I wasn’t impressed by the zereshk polo and pizzas. During my first visit, they mixed up my order, bringing me koobideh instead of Soltani. However, they later brought me the correct dish at no extra charge, which I appreciated. The waiter was very kind but seemed confused, running back and forth to the kitchen to sort things out. He forgot to bring water even I asked him.
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I went there few days ago as I was in the area, this was my first time since the expansion. Last time I had gone to M Cafe was couple of years ago when they were a small restaurant that had chair and table on the side walk. We ordered the same food as couple of years ago, Persian pizza, Zaban Sandwich. I also tried their tahdig and it was good, good size and fair price. No issue there with tahdig. My issue was with the sandwich and pizza. The quality of the food had dropped and the prices have increased. I do not mind paying the extra if the quality is good. They charge $5 for side of fries when most places the fries is complementary. With the high price of sandwich plus the fries a family of 4 can expect to pay $60-80 for 4 sandwiches. Which I think is too much. They have a very extensive menu that offers many of the Persian dishes. Their average prices are higher than similar Persian restaurants in the area. The service was fast and the atmosphere was great. I hope they go back to their roots and focus on the quality instead of expanding and adding new dishes to the menu. What worked for them couple years ago was keeping the place small and providing high quality pizza and sandwiches. It’s not the case now.
I love M Cafe! The wide variety of dishes cater to all taste buds, from kebabs to sandwiches and pizzas. The service is top-notch, with friendly staff who go the extra mile. The use of high quality ingredients sets this restaurant apart from other Persian restaurants. Overall, it's a must-visit for anyone in the area!
The M Cafe & Grill is one of our favorite restaurants in Orange County. The food is always very fresh and delicious, from appetizers to entrees. We highly recommend trying the Shandiz lamb kebab and Ghorme sabzi and don't forget to order the Mast o Mousir. The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming. We've eaten at the restaurant and also ordered takeout, and both experiences were great. The takeout was packed neatly and nicely. Prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous. We highly suggest giving this restaurant a try.
We came here for dinner and the food and presentation of the food was top notch. My daughter loved the chicken koobideh and the rice as well as the M Cafe Fries. The portions are big and can easily feed a family. The customer service was excellent with fast service and attention to our requests. The place is beautifully set and clean. One thing I always look at is how clean an establishment serving food is. Food hygiene is so important and directly related to overall hygiene. Will definitely be coming back to try their other dishes! This Persian restaurant has the most extensive menu I have seen, which is exciting for foodies like me. They also have two big fish tanks/aquariums to keep the kids entertained for a bit. I definitely recommend this place.
I’ve visited this restaurant twice and enjoyed the atmosphere, especially the weekend music and dance. The kababs were good, but I wasn’t impressed by the zereshk polo and pizzas. During my first visit, they mixed up my order, bringing me koobideh instead of Soltani. However, they later brought me the correct dish at no extra charge, which I appreciated. The waiter was very kind but seemed confused, running back and forth to the kitchen to sort things out. He forgot to bring water even I asked him.