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Orange County - Top BBQ Grill & Pocha Cafe restaurant
7.4

Top BBQ Grill & Pocha Cafe

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

Food: Flavors that dance on your tongue

Though Top Bbq Grill & Pocha didn't feature specific dishes in this review, customers consistently raved about the savory flavors that made their taste buds dance. The talk was all about the outstanding variety and quality in meats, that left diners spoiled for choice. Despite some concerns over small portions, the restaurant was praised as the king of value for money, thanks to the quality of food and service. Although freshness appeared to vary, the price certainly justified this.

  • Great Value

    King of value for money with quality food and service.

  • Okay Quality

    Quality varies, price justifies it, not bad for cheap eats, mediocre.

  • Small Portions

    Very limited small portions were disappointing to some customers.

Top 3 dishes at Top BBQ Grill & Pocha Cafe

  1. 1

    Beef Belly 🏆

    Melts in your mouth, consistently amazing, favored by many.

    Beef Belly dish
  2. 2

    Japchae

    Japchae praised as delicious, highlight of the meal, with perfect flavor.

    Japchae dish
  3. 3

    Marinated Boneless Short Ribs

    Marinated boneless short ribs have exceptionally flavorful and tender meat.

    Marinated Boneless Short Ribs dish

Vibe: Too loud for comfort

On the downside, the ambiance at Top Bbq Grill & Pocha has room for improvement. It’s been noted as unclean, outdated, and sometimes too loud for customers' liking. The music was loud, often causing difficulty in avoiding eavesdropping on other tables' conversations. The crowded, smoky environment didn't make an ideal setting for a romantic date. However, the wide selection of drinks garnered positive reviews.

  • Great Drinks

    Wide selections of drinks, great beer, open bar, drinks filled to brim.

  • Okay Buzz

    Ambiance considered so-so, yet restaurant is clean and frequently busy.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Music was loud, difficult to avoid overhearing other tables' conversations.

Perks: Generous in parking and space

In terms of perks, Top Bbq Grill & Pocha shines with free and easily accessible parking in a plaza nearby. The ambiance, though lively, still allows for conversation because of the spacious seating. They also have a well-liked reservation system that manages to accommodate large groups seamlessly. Adding more positivity, the staff is known for friendliness, attentiveness, and speed. There is also a caveat for families as they offer a range of buffet options that are kid-friendly. Lastly, there is spacious outdoor seating for a comfortable, inviting dining experience.

  • Great For Groups

    Adequately accommodates large groups with ample space, ensuring a seamless dining.

  • Okay To Hear

    Lively ambiance with music, spacious seating allows for conversation.

  • Hard To Reserve

    Reservation system online not updated, Yelp waitlist process confusing.