Really cool aesthetic and interior design with floor to ceiling bookshelves (even a hidden door to a speakeasy) and modern candle stick chandeliers. We ate here on NYE so they could have been short staffed but we unfortunately didn't have the most attentive table service (waters were only refilled once). Plenty of delicious options on the menu, although we thought slightly overpriced.

During a recent visit to Orange County, I had the pleasure of stopping by Benny and Mary's, and I couldn't have been more impressed. I decided to visit during Sunday brunch, and to my surprise, it wasn't very busy, which worked out perfectly for me. Opting to sit at the bar, I was immediately struck by how warm and welcoming the staff were. Both the manager and the bartender went above and beyond to ensure I felt taken care of, with attentive and friendly service throughout my meal. For my meal, I ordered the smoked salmon Benedict and the French toast, and both dishes were absolutely fantastic. The Benedict had perfectly poached eggs with rich, flavorful hollandaise, while the French toast was perfectly sweet and indulgent. I paired my meal with two mimosas, which complemented everything beautifully and rounded out the experience. Overall, it was a delightful brunch, and I can't wait to return the next time I'm in town. Benny and Mary's is definitely a spot worth visiting, whether you're dining solo like I was or with a group of friends!

Have been wanting to try this place for awhile, it's in a business park. Valet to park. The decor was great velvet , dark colors, gold i loved it! The Cesar salad was yummy I don't care for Mr salmon wouldn't order it again. I think next time I'll come in just for drinks it was dead when I arrived at 5:30 pm but it picked up and tons of people were there when I left.

Food: 5/5 Excellent ribeye, took mine rare and it was cooked to perfection! The konga drink was also delicious, very nice congac taste and flavored so well. The steak was great, the tomatoes and fries were a great side dish! Service: 5/5 Fast and staff was extremely nice. Everyone was engaging and considerate. Ambiance: 5/5 beautiful decoration and wonderful vibe. Great for a date night, work night, or just a nice dinner or even lunch. Great location to enjoy!!!

Benny and Mary's in Irvine is a fantastic spot for dinner or a date night. The menu offers a great variety of dishes, all cooked to perfection. The flavors are bold, and portions are generous. Be sure to save room for dessert--their cheesecake and banana foster is a must-try! The cozy, modern ambience makes it perfect for a relaxed evening out or a special celebration and also is so welcoming and reminded me of something out of the Great Gatsby. The staff is also friendly and attentive, adding to the overall enjoyable experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience with a sweet ending! tip - they do validate parking but only in the garages. If you valet it's $7.

This place was amazing! Highly recommend for a date night or any special occasion with loved ones. The grilled cheese dumplings as an appetizer were amazing, and the tomato bisque had a tiny kick to it which paired well with the cheesy crunchy dumplings. The chicken was so tender and pulled apart so easily, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. It was plated on top of mashed potatoes which was buttery and completed the meal. Our waitress was very nice and attentive and made our first experience incredible.

Looking for a newish high-end, trendy, stylish place to eat? Benny and Mary's is just the thing. There's definitely a modern darker kitch artsy kind of vibe. I recently went here on a business lunch and everything was pretty good. it wasn't too busy. Service was appropriately attentive. We kicked things off with the grilled cheese and tomato soup appetizer, which was like wonton in some mildly spicy tomato soup. It was better than expected. As pictured, the poke bowl was also very colorful, full of different flavors, and quite tasty overall. Others in our group got the drunken goat burger, which was a hit just for its name alone, but was also pretty tasty according to the person who ordered it. By the way, and I might get in trouble for including this, but there is a hidden room behind one of bookcases! We saw it secretly opened as we were eating. I'm not sure if it is a speakeasy or some special reserved room you can get ahead of time. But it is definitely a mystery to look into further. Things are a bit pricy but that's due to the location and level of restaurant. Worthy of a solid four stars.

Nice fancy restaurant for special occasions and brunch. Came here for dinner with my best friend for an early bday celebration. The menu was pretty limited and prices were pretty high. They do have happy hour at the bar for a few dollars less. We ordered the bulgogi bao, salmon and creamy lemon bucatini. Everything was cooked to perfection and tasted delicious and fresh. We also got a free cheesecake for our bday. It was the best cheesecake I have ever had and the fruit topping was tart and flavorful. Service was friendly and fast. We had an overall great experience. The restaurant is super charming and decorated nicely.