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Hanna's Restaurant & Bar
Review
About
Hanna’s Restaurant & Bar was established in 2005 and has quickly become one of Orange County’s premiere dining establishments. Named one of the U.S. top 100 restaurants, Hanna's Restaurant & Bar offers modern American Steakhouse cuisine prepared with classic, traditional flair. Our appetite for an exceptional dining experience is rooted deep in our passion for extraordinary culinary creations and exemplified in our award-wining service and ambiance. From our friendly bartenders, vibrant ambiance, outgoing wait staff, and incredible menu, our guests are always embraced in a comforting fashion. And on any given night you can always find owner David Hanna mingling among guests and ensuring that every detail of their experience at Hanna’s is nothing short of extraordinary.
Features
CUISINES
American, Steakhouse, Gastropub
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
American Express
Discover
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Mastercard
Outdoor Seating
Parking Available
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Location
Free off-street parking, Parking Available
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 11:30 AM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
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4.5
(257)
Excellent
180
Good
47
Average
19
Poor
8
Terrible
3
Brenda M
Lake Forest2 contributions
Apr 2023 • couples
Chose to come here for our 35th anniversary and was glad that we did! All three criteria were met (food, ambiance & service) and made for a special evening. We started out with a pomegranate martini and Crown Royale. For dinner we had: calamari for an appetizer, shared a house salad and garlic mashed potatoes to have with rib eye stake and Australian wage filet mignon. Everything was cooked to perfection! Our waitress, Kimberly, was very attentive, yet left us alone to enjoy the evening together. We sat in the wine cellar which was more quiet than the main restaurant. While it was a little pricy, it was perfect for a special occasion and we may come again soon to repeat the experience!
Written April 14, 2023
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Pat B
Laguna Hills42 contributions
Mar 2020 • friends
Excellent food and service. Wine is very expensive but very good. Wine price range is $35 to $700. I chose a Syrah for $50 and it was excellent
The house salad was yum! Usual greens with a touch of fruit for sweetness - give it a try.
My salmon was perfectly cooked. Steaks are also perfect - about $50 to $70
Hannas is not your every day restaurant
, but if you take a guest for a special evening you should be confident of a great result.
The restaurant was not noisy - this was good. We could all talk at a normal level while we enjoyed our meal.
Written March 11, 2020
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friardomer
Coto de Caza33 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Look no further than Hannah's Restaurant if you want to dine at the best restaurant in Rancho Santa Margarita. The service is top notch and the daily specials are hand crafted and mouth watering. This is the absolute "go to" spot for dinner in town.
Written January 4, 2020
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Sandy M
Running Springs41 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
My sister made reservations there on Sunday, Feb. 5, to celebrate her birthday, hearing it was a great restaurant. On being seated, we were asked what we wanted to drink, and drink orders were given. I asked for water all around. 15 min. later, we received our drinks, no water. I asked again. 20 min. later we finally received our water. We insisted to place orders then, as we feared it would take forever to get our food. Sure enough, 40 min. later , we received our dinners, mostly sandwiches (easy!), except for one sister. Again, we waited, 10 min., being polite, we didn't eat until she was served (she wanted a sandwich.). No apologies were ever given. My salmon dinner was wonderful, but I will never go back there again. The place seems very disorganized.
Written February 9, 2023
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Lynne B
Irvine24 contributions
Nov 2021 • friends
Hanna’s was recommended to us, but did not live up to it’s reputation. This was my first visit. We had a reservation for a boot and arrived right on time. As it was early, they were not busy. The bar was busy though. It took about 12 minutes for the hostess to seat us among several unoccupied booths. Tables around us were almost empty too. Due to a shift change it took a while for our menus to arrive and our drinks to be ordered. Bad start. The wines and mixed drink were good. We waited a bit, but we finally ordered our meals. They took a very long time to arrive. A table next to us that had been occupied after us and ordered after us, got their food promptly. We did not and all our meals arrived lukewarm at best. What a disappointment. I ordered one of their pricey steaks and it was not sizzling or very warm. It was not tasty. We elected not to complain. Probably a mistake on our part. This is not an inexpensive restaurant. Food should arrive faster and piping hot, not to mention tasty. Our waitress obviously waited way too long to serve our food and she was not busy. Hanna’s was such a disappointment, I can’t even clearly state it here. We won’t be going back, for sure.
Written November 8, 2021
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Keith R
41 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
Staff very friendly as they slip an upsell past you - "would you like a baked potato with that?" Neglected to tell us there was an extra charge for it. For $60 my rib eye was not as tender nor as marbled as it should have been. Her filet had a mealy, dry texture with a cardboard taste. Overpriced for the quality of the food and a bit too noisy for the price point of the establishment.
Written January 17, 2020
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Steve Lodge
Coto de Caza42 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
I visit Hanna's on a regular basis and I'm always happy with the food, drinks and service. It is busy most nights and the bar stools fill up quickly. The bar stools are very close together so you can't be afraid to get close to your neighbor. Bartenders are excellent and love their regulars. Get the Prime Steak Tacos, they are incredible.
Written January 6, 2020
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Grala W
Laguna Niguel1 contribution
Jul 2023 • couples
I had heard nothing but rave reviews about Hannah's, but I must disagree. I had come from fasting for a medical procedure and was famished. I ordered steak which came coated in salt! I couldn't get it all off, it was dreadful. I RINSED it so I could eat it. The waitress offered to replace the steak and gave us a huge discount. But we will never go there again.
Written January 22, 2024
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stefanodabelluno
Belluno169 contributions
Jun 2020 • couples
No words to describe what Chef Von is able to create with his hands and his crew in the kitchen.
We had the honor to speak with him and to discover his passion for the concept of fusion, for the different cultures with different flavors, for the daily markets where to find the best items for the menu...this is what my wife and me love to hear from a Chef, because they have not only to feed us, they must make us live the best of the experiences ever!
And Mr Von in OC means this!
Last time we got the Brussels sprouts with Burrata, the braised ribs and, omg, the New Zealand wagyu.......no words to describe the feeling!
Perfect Cabernet from Napa and a Don Julio margarita just to start...
This was an Experience, this is what we love to do together to enjoy life!
Thanks...thanks also to Penelope who took care of us! She is awesome and our dinner was perfect even thanks to her!
Written June 21, 2020
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doctormdj
Coto de Caza45 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
Love this place. The service is second to none and the food is truly outstanding. It is our goto place when looking for a relaxing place to enjoy a meal.
Written February 11, 2020
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George S
Rancho Santa Margarita56 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
This restaurant is as close to 5 Star as you can find in RSM. Good food and good service. A nice place for a special occasion.
Written January 29, 2020
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Steve Concialdi
Orange County1045 contributions
Nov 2019 • couples
Hanna’s is a must visit restaurant. Outstanding food, incredible service and great ambiance! We had tasty appetizers & our entrees were delicious too. The entire staff is very friendly & welcoming! Even the owner, Dave Hanna, came over to our table & spoke to us for a while. Highly recommend! Steve Concialdi
Written December 2, 2019
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nanmacmil
Aliso Viejo18 contributions
Oct 2019 • none
We were there for a meeting in the back room. We had not heard of this restaurant before. The bar was crowded on a Wednesday evening and we had to sit in the outside couches to wait and have a glass of wine. Extensive wine menu by the glass. The food was excellent. We had the steak. We will be back.
Written November 5, 2019
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mgrsm5858
Rancho Santa Margarita5 contributions
Jun 2019 • business
Hanna’s never disappoints!! Food was fantastic as usual!! The staff is always on their game, friendly and helpful. By far the best restaurant in Rancho Santa Margarita!! For us who live here, it’s wonderful to have such a great restaurant!!!
Written July 2, 2019
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Jleaesq
Rancho Santa Margarita4 contributions
Mar 2019 • friends
Hanna’s is a wonderful surprise in the suburbs. World-class restaurant accessible nearby. Great food. Outstanding service. Wonderful atmosphere. Always a pleasure to dive there.
Written April 13, 2019
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