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Hat City Kitchen
At the corner of Valley and Forest streets, (459 Valley) in the shadow of Our Lady of the Valley Church, HAT CITY KITCHEN is a new restaurant in an old building with a new vibe.
"Our emphasis is on quality and integrity. We offer American Comfort foods with an influence from the south and New Orleans or, as we say Creosoul. By focusing on a simple menu, we have the ability to perfect an artisanal process, creating the best food imaginable. We have created an experience that has broad appeal to families,traditional food lovers and critical Epicureans at an affordable price."
All profits from Hat City Kitchen go to support revitalization of the Valley neighborhood; true to Orange's history as a small city where culture and commerce meet in the street. Hat City Kitchen is a happy collaboration of art, urban planning, food and music, playing for the neighbors late into the night.
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"Our emphasis is on quality and integrity. We offer American Comfort foods with an influence from the south and New Orleans or, as we say Creosoul. By focusing on a simple menu, we have the ability to perfect an artisanal process, creating the best food imaginable. We have created an experience that has broad appeal to families,traditional food lovers and critical Epicureans at an affordable price."
All profits from Hat City Kitchen go to support revitalization of the Valley neighborhood; true to Orange's history as a small city where culture and commerce meet in the street. Hat City Kitchen is a happy collaboration of art, urban planning, food and music, playing for the neighbors late into the night.
9 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 9 reviews
5 stars
(1)
4 stars
(5)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- vibrant bar scene(6)
- neighborhood gem(5)
- hot spot(4)
- fit for foodies(3)
- good for groups(2)
- late-night find(2)
Hat City Kitchen Reviews List
Review 1 for Hat City Kitchen
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We like this restaurant A
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We like this restaurant A LOT - food, atmosphere, etc. - and have been here before with kids and without, but the menu changed and there is no longer a children's menu. They also do not have chicken fingers on their appetizer menu, so we had to order some food and take it to go (and we waited about 25 minutes for the food to be ready.) But we were able to sit at our table and wait..."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 2 for Hat City Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
1st time customer
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit pricey but did have a good time. The service as far as getting the food was a bit slow. The meal was good my wife pork chops was great but the ribs was a bit over cooked which made it a little dry. I will return on another occasion on a week day the 10.00 mandatory cover charge along with the built in 20% gratuity was a downer. I understand that you have to pay the entertainment and make sure that the waitress are fairly compensated. On a scale on 10 you rate 8.5 I will refer you business to friends."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 3 for Hat City Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food good - sound mix not so good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu offers something for everyone. My wife and I visited Hat City for the first time on a Friday night. We were there during the eearly band's performance. While we enjoyed the food and drink, the sound mix for the band was not good - possibly the band's fault. Otherwise, it was a fun night out."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
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Review 4 for Hat City Kitchen
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
While the food here is generally
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the food here is generally passable as it was on this last visit, the service was totally unacceptable. Orders late and worse--missed with a minimal apology and no accommodation for the diner whose food arrived after everyone finished eating."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Hat City Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The bar is great. Fun for
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The bar is great. Fun for live music & terrific beer selection.
Would recommend going for a beer & music. Eat elsewhere beforehand."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
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Review 6 for Hat City Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, service, very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, service, very accommodating. Did dine @7pm on a Tuesday nite, so was quiet, probably more energetic with music, open mic on weekends. Will be back for the food and their blues, jazz nights"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Hat City Kitchen
Based on the average of (3) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic