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In the last four decades Gulliver’s Restaurant has became one of the most popular Prime Rib Restaurant in Southern California.
Gulliver’s hand-selected beef (corn-belt) is slow roasted in a unique patented oven system to assure flavorful, tender and juicy Prime Rib dinners. Gulliver's Restaurant is well known also for its other specialties as in-house aged Prime Steaks, Chateaubriand, Salmon, Rack of Lamb, Baby Back Ribs and roasted Long Island Duck.
As you walk into a Gulliver's you will feel as though you have entered back in time to 18th century England. Guests at the Gulliver’s are surrounded by a veritable museum of leaded glass pieces, pewter and ceramic objects, and a collection of prints from Hogarth, Rowlandson and other Gulliver’s Travels illustrators.
The Portions are huge, the service is gracious and friendly, and most importantly, the beef is cooked to perfection.
Gulliver's is place where memories are created.
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Gulliver’s hand-selected beef (corn-belt) is slow roasted in a unique patented oven system to assure flavorful, tender and juicy Prime Rib dinners. Gulliver's Restaurant is well known also for its other specialties as in-house aged Prime Steaks, Chateaubriand, Salmon, Rack of Lamb, Baby Back Ribs and roasted Long Island Duck.
As you walk into a Gulliver's you will feel as though you have entered back in time to 18th century England. Guests at the Gulliver’s are surrounded by a veritable museum of leaded glass pieces, pewter and ceramic objects, and a collection of prints from Hogarth, Rowlandson and other Gulliver’s Travels illustrators.
The Portions are huge, the service is gracious and friendly, and most importantly, the beef is cooked to perfection.
Gulliver's is place where memories are created.
68 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 68 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(23)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(42)
- romantic(22)
- good for groups(19)
- neighborhood gem(18)
- fit for foodies(16)
- notable wine list(13)
Gulliver's Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Time!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My sister and I took our 83 year old Mother there the night before Mother's Day to celebrate with her and two nieces. We all had a wonderful time. The food was delicious!!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful return to Gulliver's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We live on the Central Coast. We haven't been to Gulliver's in over 15 years. We were picking up our daughter from WIsconsin and wanted to dine at Gulliver's the night before we picked her up from the airport. We enjoy ourselves very much. The food was excellent and the service was great. Thanks for a lovely evening."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 3 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Gulliver's is known for their
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Gulliver's is known for their prime rib but the swordfish I had was excellent too. Not particularly a diet friendly place, but good for a splurge. Our server Rochelle was excellent. Wine by the bottle was very reasonably priced."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
we love this place! try the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we love this place! try the duck. can't miss on the prime rib either. but how do they make veggies so irresistible? seriously, i can't stand sauerkraut but that purple stuff they make is the Bomb!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were disappointed with
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were disappointed with our experience, it started out fine with attentive service, but is slowly went down after we ordered our first drink. Tables against the wall were not well spaced, making it difficult to get in and out. A very noisy party of four was seated next to us and the enjoyment of the evening went down from there. The Prime Rib (which they are known for) was alright..."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
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Review 6 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food, great service, and a great time!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have eaten and entertained
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have eaten and entertained at Gulliver's for decades...
Don't change a thing...Your Manager at the front desk is great!
Don't change a thing...Your Manager at the front desk is great!
Jane and David Olinger
Your neighbors in Irvine"
Your neighbors in Irvine"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had not been to Gulliver's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had not been to Gulliver's in quite some time as we live out of the area but joined friends for dinner and had a wonderful time. The food was as good as we remembered and the service was too."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was excellent as usual.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was excellent as usual. Never disappoints"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Debbie was a wonderful waitress.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Debbie was a wonderful waitress. We had an enjoyable evening. Thanks"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 11 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good, but was a bit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good, but was a bit overpriced."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 12 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was my lunch visit.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my lunch visit. I really LOVE this restaurant for our special occasions and dinner dates.... It was good, but not as great as evening menu/dining. I cannot see why it was not....food was just good, not great."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We dined on a quiet Monday;
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We dined on a quiet Monday; the restaurant was about 1/4 filled. Service was outstanding, from the time we walked in until the time we left. Food was good, as always. I had prime rib and my wife had rack of lamb that she said was delicious. She asked for a change of potatoes: no problem. Caesar salad was just OK, I should have had the delicious house salad. Gulliver's has expanded its menu over the years and, while it is still known as a prime rib restaurant, it really has a full menu. Wine list is good, with a few really good deals if you know where to look."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 14 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gulliver's. A Big Find!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went to Gulliver's in the early 1980s in Marina Del Rey and loved it. Then, in 1985, it disappeared. I thought forever. Then I moved to Orange County and, when going to the John Wayne Airport, I discovered GULLIVER'S! I was delighted. Apparently, there were three of them. This one and one in the Bay Area of San Francisco still exist but each is privately owned and notably different in character. The one in the OC was just as I remember it being in the 80s and the food is very good! Service is friendly, casual and great and one can even eat in the comfortable bar area. What a joy to find Gulliver's again after all these years. I feel like I have come home."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
If you want good Prime Rib,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you want good Prime Rib, this is the place in Orange County"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2006
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Review 16 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Prime Rib in Old England Inn
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Found the place by mistake the first time and went back for the second time. Great place with a feeling of an old English Inn.
If you like fresh & tender Prime Rib withe the perfect color & temperature; this is the place. The cream corn is made with fresh corn off the Cobb and is tasty."
If you like fresh & tender Prime Rib withe the perfect color & temperature; this is the place. The cream corn is made with fresh corn off the Cobb and is tasty."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding food and service. I will be back..."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I had the prime rib and it
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had the prime rib and it was alright. Food temp wasn't as hot as expected. A friend had filet and said it was good. Might try again. Not sure."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
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Review 19 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love Gullivers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always consistent best Prime Rib"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celebrated my Mom's 93rd birthday. She brought us there for my brothers 15th birthday, 1972. It's good to know that some things do get better with age!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 21 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant for dining.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant for dining. Perfect atmosphere. Service was great. Food was outstanding. Not a lot of noise. It was just right!! Plan to come back more often."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Huge portions. Wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Huge portions. Wonderful pub-like bar."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I am so glad that there is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I am so glad that there is still a Gulliver's restaurant! They have expended their menu for non-prime rib fans, but the prime rib is still the star at this establishment. My husband ordered a steak, which was good, but not as outstanding as the prime rib. It was juicy and very flavorful. The yorkshire pudding was a little overdone for my taste."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
My Girlfriend and I went for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My Girlfriend and I went for Valentines Day. I haven't been to this establishment since they moved from marina del Rey. I was a bit disappointed in the feel of the restaurant because it seemed to be more like a family food center with kids running around. We were taken to the back for a more cozy atmosphere, and the food was like I remembered - wonderful. I would come back another time to dine, but not for an occasion like that."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
was our Valentine's dinner...and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"was our Valentine's dinner...and was great."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very much enjoyed our meal.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very much enjoyed our meal. Plan to come again."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Valentine's Day experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great experience overall on a Valentines evening, no less. I had the prime while the wife tried the duck. Both were excellent; my prime was much better than my last visit and the wife raved over the duck and the red cabbage and twice-baked that came with it. Service was good and the manager stopped by twice - much appreciated, especially on this very busy evening - place was at capacity, but the wait, with reservations, was less than five minutes. And, we highly recommend the Alexander Valley Vineyards, Estate Cabernet (Sonoma) - it was the best cab I'd had in some time. Thank you Gulliver's staff, we truly had a wonderful experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
On a big day they were totally
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"On a big day they were totally unprepared for the occasion. The staff seemed confused and out of kilter!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2004
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Review 29 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It had been many years since
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It had been many years since we were dining at Gulivers. We were not disappointed ! food was great as was the service"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 30 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
After not having dined at
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"After not having dined at Gulliver's for a while, There is no rush to go back any time soon for a mediocre meal."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2013
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Review 31 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great drinks and excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great drinks and excellent service"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2004
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Review 32 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Prime Rib was fantastic as
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Prime Rib was fantastic as always...I've had better servers though."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 33 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed a delightful dinnere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed a delightful dinnere of duck and prime rib. The duck was overcooked and the prime rib was not very tender. We enjoyed the experience, but it could have been better."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic
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Review 34 for Gulliver's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance was nice as the Christmas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ambiance was nice as the Christmas deco was still up. Waitress was very good, pleasant, friendly & attentive. Love all the copper stuff hanging on the walls, very unique. It captures the look & feel of a nice English restaurant."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Gulliver's Restaurant
Based on the average of (34) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate