The 38 Best Orange County Restaurants | Eater LA
"Chefs Nick Weber and Ross Pangilinan’s modern California-French bistro is situated in South Coast Plaza, where fried chicken bites topped with caviar fit perfectly with the glitzy atmosphere. Standout starters include crispy duck “spliffs” and escargot ebelskivers; burgers nestled in homemade potato rolls and koji-marinated duck showcase Weber’s attention to detail. Populaire’s laid-back decor with black-and-white photos of Johnny Cash and Ramones album covers offset dusty pink floral wallpaper and pastel blue walls. The look echoes the food: refined with a touch of rock-and-roll." - Jenn Tanaka
Ron De Angelis
