The OC

First time here since it opened. They said they were low on staff so the outside bar wasn't open. We made a reservation online for outdoor seating but when we got there we were told walk-ins were given the seats. Online it allows you to make reservations outside but the male manager said that's a mistake and it's first-come-first-serve. Only a 15 minute wait though (on a Saturday night at 6pm), so not bad at all. By the time we got our drinks from the bar inside our table outside was ready. Our server was great. Helpful and sweet. Food came out in an expected amount of time. I got tuna, which was way overcooked. The server was kind and immediately had it remade to just seared. (Cook is new she said). When it came back it was perfect. Live music was good. Prices for everything are higher than you'd expect for the area.

We have been to this location a few times when it was many other names. This was our first visit at the O.C. We went there at about 3pm. We were the only ones in the restaurant (as the waitress told us). The menu was a bit limited and I didn't want to pay $16 for a hamburger. My wife was told that the BLT salad was supposed to be good and that she could add salmon to it (my wife told her that the last restaurant had an amazing blackened salmon salad), but my wife wasn't about to pay $27 for a salad. We ordered drinks. She got a craft beer from the recommendation of our waitress- she loved it. I asked for a ginger beer (it's really a soft drink- no alcohol and you can buy a 6 pack for just over $6 down the road). I was charged $7 for a "Virginia mule".

My wife decided to get the BLT salad just as it came for $16. She asked if she could have spinach substituted and she was told no. She asked if they had goat cheese and was told no. I ordered the 12" barbecue chicken pizza for $19.

My wife did enjoy the BLT salad. I did enjoy the barbecue chicken pizza. I am not sure a 12 inch pizza is worth $19, but if you like this type of pizza, please try this one. It was very good. With tax and tip we were around $75.

I have it a three because I think a five is reserved for an amazing experience that rarely anyone offers. I do feel that in order to stay in business they need to find a menu item that they can capitalize on. What I read was what I see on most menus. We will probably be back to try the dinner menu.

Everyone needs to check this place out! Great atmosphere! Best outdoor seating area! Good food and great wine/bar selection. This place is a Real Diamond in the area. You won’t be disappointed!!!!

New place that just opened up. They have a nice menu. Prices are reasonable. Was about to meet the owner’s son and his wife was working in the back. Everyone was very kind. The bar looks well stocked. Love the inside and layout.
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I used to work at this place when it was regatta220 and it’s been sad that it hasn’t been open for years. Naturally, I HAD to try it now that it’s back open as The OC. I can 100% say, this place is going to be amazing. The salmon and ribeye were delicious! We also tried “The OC Triple” (triple dip of spinach& artichoke, salsa, and hummus) & it was amazing. Bartenders and staff were very friendly. All around 10/10! We will definitely be back and you can bet your butt I’ll be boasting this place up to all of my friends & family! I can’t wait for the patio to be open 🖤