"Inside the glossy new Pendry hotel I found Set Steak & Sushi to be a luxurious indoor-outdoor restaurant that splits its focus evenly between grilled meats and raw fish under the direction of Clique Hospitality and group chef Jose Ruiz, with Nobu vet James Jung also on the project. The tall ceilings, wood-lined dining room, and airy open patio set beneath a pair of towering trees give the space an elevated coastal vibe. The menu mixes expected items like Parker House rolls and a Caesar salad with surprises such as bluefin tuna pizza, whole lobster tempura, lacquered duck with scallion pancakes, dry-aged steaks, specialty rolls, and seafood towers with plenty of caviar add-ons — a decidedly spendy offering aimed at becoming an 'it' spot for the Orange County crowd." - Farley Elliott