Spending time in Lower Peters Canyon? Get to know this Irvine neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an artisan pizzeria to an upscale Brazilian spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Lower Peters Canyon, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Texas De Brazil
Topping the list is upscale Brazilian steakhouse Texas de Brazil. Located at 13772 Jamboree Road, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 860 reviews on Yelp.
The popular global chain — with locations from Florida to Dubai — specializes in an all-you-can-eat Brazilian fare, featuring mashed potatoes, salad, bread and proteins galore. Come try meats like braised beef ribs, herb-marinated pork loin, Brazilian sausage and garlic picanha (sirloin) — each slow-roasted and hand-carved tableside. (You can view the full selection here.)
2. California Fish Grill
Next up is the California Fish Grill, a spot to score fresh and healthy seafood fare, situated at 13780 Jamboree Road. With four stars out of 435 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The homegrown chain, which has locations up and down the California coast, was founded in 1998 by Victor Topete, explains the business on its website, who "believed it should be easy to enjoy healthy, delicious seafood, at a great price."
On the menu, look for fresh wild-caught and responsibly farm-raised fish, from Hawaiian swordfish and rainbow trout to Louisiana Delta catfish and giant shrimp. (You can check out the full menu here.)
3. H2O Poke & Grill
Hawaiian and Japanese spot H2O Poke & Grill is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 13262 Jamboree Road, four stars out of 757 reviews.
This fusion eatery specializes in customizable poke bowl creations, where customers select from a diverse assortment of bases, proteins, sauces and toppings — from spicy tuna and scallops to Sriracha aioli and green tea rice. Grilled hibachi offerings are on hand as well, along with miso soup and macaron ice cream. (See the full menu here.)
4. Veggie Grill
The Veggie Grill, a vegetarian and vegan spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 445 Yelp reviews. Head over to 13786 Jamboree Road, Suite 100 to see for yourself.
On the menu, look for plant-based specialties like smoky corn bisque and a Steakhouse Beyond Burger with Provolone "cheese," cracked pepper, vegan bacon and more. A full kids menu is also available, as well as desserts such as grilled Peaches-n-Cream cake. (You can view the full menu here.)
5. Pieology Pizzeria
Last but not least, check out Pieology Pizzeria, which has earned four stars out of 432 reviews on Yelp. You can find the popular pizzeria at 13786 Jamboree Road, Suite 110.
The national chain — with locations from Hawaii to Florida — serves up both custom and chef-inspired pizza pies. Come try the fire-grilled barbecue chicken; or the non-marinated zesty artichoke topped with roasted red peppers, red onion, garlic herb butter and more. (You can check out the full menu here.)
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