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Benny & Mary's, Irvine, CA

Benny & Mary's

4.6
4.6
414 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Please join our restaurant, the home of Benny and Mary, world travelers with diverse menu items, and acquired decor. Featuring eccentric cuisine and craft cocktails, (including a wide selection of spirits and wine) served in our various spaces from our full-service bar and cocktail area to our picturesque Library featuring our bookcase and high ceiling chandeliers. We are hosting a party every lunch and dinner, and you're invited!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, International, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (714) 439-1733
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Irvine
  • Cross Street
    Von Karman Ave and Michelson Dr.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • OC Restaurant Week Dinner

    US$125.00 per person

    Mar 2, 2025 - Mar 8, 2025
    $125 Dinner, per person. Choice of one per course. First Course Mexican Caesar - Romaine Hearts, Pepitas, Heriloom Tomatoes, Parmesan, Cilantro Lime Dressing Second Course Cheese Dumplings - Tomato Bisque, Bacon Bites, Chives Third Course Hiramasa Sashimi - Over sweet sushi rice, Brown Butter Soy Sauce, Tobiko, Garnish With Cilantro, Green Onions and Mint Mini Crab Cakes - Caper Remoulade Sauce and Small Pickled Salad Fourth Course Osso Bucco - Pommes Puree and Butter Poached Asparagus Pan Seared Day Boat Scallops - Orzo Risotto, Pork Belly, English Peas, Pea Puree, Lobster Butter Sauce Fifth Course Ricotta Black Cherry Swirl Cheesecake - Black Cherry Sauce Dulce De Leche Sponge Cake
    OC Restaurant Week Dinner photo
  • OC Restaurant Week Lunch

    US$25.00 per person

    Mar 2, 2025 - Mar 8, 2025
    $25 Lunch, per person First Course Mexican Caesar - Romaine Hearts, Pepitas, Heriloom Tomatoes, Parmesan, Cilantro Lime Dressing Second Course 5oz Atlantic Salmon - Glazed with Teriyaki Sauce, Steam White Rice, Broccolini, Spicy Sesame Tomatoes Third Course Ricotta Black Cherry Swirl Cheesecake - with Black Cherry Sauce
    OC Restaurant Week Lunch photo

What 414 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benny & Mary's offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food and drinks" and a "beautiful ambiance." Guests frequently praise the "excellent service" and "delicious cocktails." The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and unique decor make it ideal for special occasions. Although some experiences vary, many diners highly recommend it for a memorable night out.

414 Reviews
  1. Patricia

    VIP

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lovely dining experience for a date night. The cocktails and all the food, including dessert were amazing! I’m still thinking about the food! Service was great as well. We’re definitely coming back!

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  2. Chris

    VIP

    Orange County

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot, fun happy hour and great food. All servers have been great both times I’ve been there, the Mexican Caesar salad is delicious Highly recommend

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  3. Chris

    VIP

    Orange County

    110 reviews

    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a really good time at brunch today. Delicious food and cocktails! Excellent service. Much better experience than my previous visit.

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  4. Kayla

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was subpar. I probably wouldn’t come back. The booths were not secured either so they move around. Service was slow and forgetful

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  5. Tyler

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated by surprise in the “speakeasy” portion of the restaurant, and it was wonderful. My wife loved her wine, I loved my spicy mocktail, and the food was excellent. Will go back again as soon as we can!

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  6. Maz

    VIP

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure here, Jessica went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time!! She was efficient and positive spirit hence we all left with happy bellies and big smiles.
    Benny & Mary'sResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Maz! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Benny & Mary's. It's wonderful to know that our team's positive attitude contributed to your positive experience. We're glad you enjoyed our food and service, and we hope that the smiles on your faces were the result. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Megan

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing meal. Everything was delicious and the steaks were awesome. The dessert was also incredible. Highly recommend coming here.

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  8. Raquel

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great! Drinks were delicious. A bit chilly outside though.

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  9. Brandon

    VIP

    Sacramento

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    My boyfriend and I went to Benny and Mary’s this Valentines Day expecting an upscale romantic dining experience. That is not what we got! The food was good and cocktails were fun, but the experience was not what we were looking for. The music completely killed the atmosphere. They played Abracadabra by Lady Gaga and many other songs way too loud so I could hardly hear my boyfriend. The food was decent, but nothing special. We got the lobster ravioli and the ribeye with brussel sprouts to start. I wouldn’t say any of it was spectacular. The hosts were also not professional, at all. It felt like we were at a fancy restaurant with a low budget. I would have much rather gone to a restaurant like JOEY in newport beach over this place. It was a $200 dollar dinner and it felt like a $100 dinner experience. We were so excited to try this spot. It was disappointing to have this experience!

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  10. Olga

    VIP

    Orange County

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was ok. Not many choices to select from. My sea bass was extremely undercooked, and I had to wait another 10 mins to have it cooked properly. Great cocktail selection.
    Benny & Mary'sResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Olga! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our cocktail selection at Benny & Mary's. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with your sea bass. We always aim to provide our guests with the best quality food and we're sorry to hear that we fell short this time. Your comments are valuable and will be taken into account as we strive to improve our service. We hope to see you again soon and provide you with an improved dining experience.

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FAQs

Benny & Mary's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 439-1733.

Benny & Mary's is rated 4.6 stars by 414 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benny & Mary's

18420 Von Karman Ave, Irvine, CA 92612-1509

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Von Karman Ave and Michelson Dr.
  • Neighbourhood
    Irvine
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, International, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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