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Original Mike's
Good cookin', good eatin' good livin' is what Original Mike's is all about. Once a magnificent Buick dealership, Original Mike's is now a classy,sassy, retro, and metropolitan restaurant. Boasting three big separate rooms and one huge patio for your dining and drinking pleasure, this restaurant is mammoth. The half-pound Angus California burger is the best burger in the OC. Shoot down to Original Mike's on Tuesday night to work off the back-to-work blues, enjoying Karaoke with DJ Rodney or dance the night away "Elvis" style on Wednesday with Orange County Lounge Legend Phil Shane. Original Mike's is all the rage for live music every night. The great service heightens your experience, as your visual senses take in the eclectic,but eye-pleasing decor-including and antique car showroom and a 1930's fire truck. There is nothing lost on this flavorful experience. Make your way to Downtown OC and see how this restaurant lives up to its motto and then some.
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22 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 22 reviews
5 stars
(9)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(18)
- great for outdoor dining(10)
- neighborhood gem(10)
- vibrant bar scene(10)
- hot spot(9)
- special occasion(7)
Original Mike's Reviews List
Review 1 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Low Key & Accomodating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a birthday event that people arrived at different times. Original Mike's was very accommodating to us switching tables and adding guests to our party. Everyone was comfortable and was able to move from the patio to the dinning room. Would def have another event there."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place and food. Really enjoyed. Looks like a cool place to come to at night and party. They have I think two stages for live entertainment. It was pretty quiet due to the time I went for an early dinner with my wife and 3 year old but this place looks like its hoppin place at night for the night life they provide. I would recommend this place for any type of occasion!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a ball. Entetainment
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a ball. Entetainment was wonderful"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 4 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was very slow because
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was very slow because there was not enough help. It was not the waiter---he was way over burdened with area to cover."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
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Review 5 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Original Mike's is always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Original Mike's is always great. My son and I went for BBQ and play cards at the comfy large booths."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 6 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Original Mike's is always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Original Mike's is always a delightful place to while away an hour at lunchtime. The portions are large, the eclectic decor is fun to see, and you'll never go wrong with any menu selection."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went to see Phil Shane! Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went to see Phil Shane! Awesome place to watch any sports games, catch a Phil Shane show and always a seat available -- this place is huge! The turkey burger is amazing and everyone else in my party was equally satisfied with their food choices. Fun place to catch up with friends while catching the game."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 8 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great time watching
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a great time watching the super bowl there. Great seats,good food, and cold brew. Had a great time."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We made a reservation for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We made a reservation for 545pm knowing we had to leave by 715 for s performance at Orange County High School for the Arts. Our order was placed shortly after 6. We began asking about our order by 640 when others that had ordered after us started receiving their food. Our waitress just kept saying there were lots of people (there weren't) and did not check on our order. We asked her 3 times, never did she check on our order. Finally at 7, we found a manager and our food was immediatly brought out, however we didn't really have time to eat it and need the check at the same time. The manager appologized and said to please come back and he would take care of us. We have been here before and liked it, but time did not work out."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
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Review 10 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
ALWAYS A FUN PLACE!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was outstanding in spite of the full house! Staff very attentive, food served quickly and at the right temperature."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find
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Review 11 for Original Mike's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Although we had a lot of fun,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although we had a lot of fun, the band playing that night was terrible and managed to clear the dance floor. I will make sure they are not playing when I go again.As usual, the service was not great and I always make sure to pay in cash."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Original Mike's
Based on the average of (11) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic