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TAPS Fish House & Brewery in Brea

4.2 (199) 101 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821, United States

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Seafood restaurant
Brewery
Restaurant

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Brea, Orange County, California, US

Phone: +1 714-257-0101
Site: http://tapsfishhouse.com/

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Total reviews rating 4.2

199 Reviews for TAPS Fish House & Brewery 2024:

Review №1

2024-05-16 01:18:52

I keep trying to return to this place, but its been closed! The food was kind of ok, but the servers were so fast and nice and helpful even though it was pretty busy 2 of the times I went. The cocktails were good and a good price on happy hour. One issue is that I couldnt sit on the patio until like 4 pm or something? weird turnover between lunch and dinner

Review №2

2023-05-06 21:39:34

The water was def not the best weve ever had. He didnt know any gluten free foods. He chatted at length with the table behind us and forgot two drinks. Even if we reminded him, he still forgot. We were a table of 8 and the restaurant was pretty empty. I didnt get sick from the food, but due to his lack of knowledge, I was nervous all night.

Review №3

2022-11-09 23:57:05

We enjoyed dinner here with a business group on a recent visit. It was near our hotel, had a good selection of tap beer and everyone at the table enjoyed the food.For dinner, I kept it light and ordered the Beet and Goat Cheese salad (see picture) and would highly recommend it! For dessert, several of us shared a creme brulee...and it is also highly recommended!Food: 5Atmosphere: 5Value: 4Service: 5If you found this review helpful, please click to show your support. 👏🏼

Review №4

2022-10-22 21:12:33

Had lunch here recently. The food was great & the customer service was good as well. Helios was our bartender & server. He was patient & gave great recommendations. We ordered The Chilean Sea Bass with carb free substitutions (added Brussels sprouts). The flavor was good. The sauce really made the meal. We also had The Rainbow salad, clam chowder & an order of wings as well as 3 shots and 3 cocktails (it was happy hour!). There were no complaints about the salad but my companion raved about about the chowder. The wings were not breaded and cooked well, just the way I like.The food was good but portions were not great.After we paid (around $184), Helios said he would still check in on us. Later, we decided to order another round of drinks. We realized we didn’t really need the drinks so we looked for Helios to cancel the order if the drinks weren’t made yet. We ended up asking another waitress who spotted him speaking to someone. A few minutes later he still hadn’t returned to answer the question so we decided to go and let him know as we passed by. He appeared to be talking to a manager so we just let him know and left. He gave an explanation but it wasn’t a big deal and we were ready to go.I would still recommend & return for a light meal in the future.

Review №5

2022-11-09 04:35:17

This is a great eatery and brewery! They have a delicious Sunday Bruch! A little bit on the pricey side but bottomless mimosas and all the cravings you could have! Omelet station, Meat station with Prime Rib, Tri Tip and Pork, Taco Station, Seafood, all the dessert fixings including a fondue.Satify your hunger! The service is also second to none. Servers are all friendly and accommodating.Only downside is it is on the pricey side with $55/adult and $15/child. But in my book still worth it!Great place for Sunday Brunch with family or friends! Great ambiance and service!

Review №6

2023-02-15 05:31:24

I made reservations, and I got excellent sitting in a booth and was able to share a wonderful meal that evening with good friends. I look forward to going back to Tapps The food was great and service was impeccable.

Review №7

2021-04-28 04:41:03

This place has great food and a variety of different seating areas. I have loved pretty much eveything weve ordered. The crab cakes are delicious. The calamari breading was perfect, the breading was crispy but calamari still tender. The fish and chips are some of the best ever. The LOBSTER BISQUE is absolutely delicious. It is my favorite, creamy and smooth with a great flavor. You can even use the bisque as a dip for the bread and it just melts in your mouth. I splurged this last visit and got the King Crab special which came with soup/salad, garlic mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts and even a delicious chocolate souffle. It was big enough to share and I even had leftovers. I personally wouldnt order the oysters rockefeller again, they were OK but nothing spectacular. The taps special role was surprisingly delicious! I will definitely order next time, which is surprising because I love sushi but never order it unless Im at a Sushi restaurant. But the roll had amazing flavor and texture. My first time here we sat in the outdoor patio during lunchtime which I love. Most recently we sat indoor towards the back. The chairs were super comfy! This is a nice restaurant so they are pricey. You can also go during lunch and get some great lunch specials. I have been twice and have grown to love them each time even more.

Review №8

2023-01-01 21:25:31

Went for New Year eve dinner to TAPs Brea. The covered parking is free here. We were seated and had a great sever named Brandie.We were 6 in our party and this was the best most enjoyable dinner we had. The dinner inters were super delicious. The soup, salads, the steaks, fish were all fresh and tasty. The deserts were awesome. Loved the service from Brandie.

Review №9

2022-12-20 05:14:02

Had a lovely meal tonight. Our servers were on top of everything, getting us anything we needed, and not rushing us in any way. The food was prepared very well, tasty and spicy without being salty. The scallops were perfect...so tender, and the steak was melt in your mouth tender. Two of us shared a plate and there was still enough left over to take home. Of course it is beautifully decorated for Christmas, which adds to the overall enjoyment. The prices seemed very reasonable considering how everywhere else prices have skyrocketed. Ive been coming here since it opened and glad to see it remains a perfect place for a lovely meal.

Review №10

2021-11-19 03:55:37

Great food and vibes! Good for bday or anniversary celebrations. Would recommend their ribeye or linguine. Sea bass was good as well but a bit pricey. Delicious creme brulee dessert!

Review №11

2019-12-13 16:53:26

I was in the bar area. Ample room, open floor plan. Service was good, had a couple people checking in on us which kept drinks flowing, food coming and a lot of laughter. Staff is great!We had fish and chips which were okay. Nothing out of this world but they were good, well cooked and hot. Sandwiches are huge, also had a cheese platter which you can see disappeared a few minutes after touching down out table.

Review №12

2022-09-11 15:03:31

The seabass has been cut in half while the price has increased. Been going to taps for years we dont even need a menu because its oysters and seabass. Our server wasnt like normal too. The hot food was on the table at the same time as the appetizers. Which means rush through so your main course so doesnt get cold seriously taps what is going on here. Wont be rushing back with service like this. Question how and who is letting this great restaurant fall apart 🤔

Review №13

2023-05-09 20:23:09

We had three different dishes and we loved all of them. I really recommend the cioppino and the lobster roll. Customer service was excellent!

Review №14

2018-10-16 14:28:29

Great place for a date! The beer and wine selection is good but the food is GREAT! There are four sections to sit at. One a nice cozy eating area with tables and booths. Quiet area to enjoy a nice meal with a loved one or business meeting. The second is an oyster bar. I’ve never sat there but with the right group looks like it would be fun. The third area is the bar sports area. There is a bar to sit at and watch the TVs. There are also large tables in this area that can accommodate large groups. The last area is the patio. There is a fire place you can sit next to and great ambient lighting to make you feel all cozy.All in all a great place to come and enjoy food and great company. Be prepared to spend some $$$ but it’s worth it!

Review №15

2023-02-21 01:46:03

One of OCs treasures. Carefully selected menu that caters to even the most discriminating taste. No need to book a ticket to New Orleans for their cuisine, or fly ro San Francisco for cioppino. Amazing Chilean sea bass. They also serve the best burgers.

Review №16

2019-01-17 21:53:14

If we could, we would give it 4.4.We sat at the oyster bar and tried some small dishes.The quality of the food was really good. Lobster bisque and clam chowder soup was 👍! Oysters were very fresh.We ordered a chorizo plate. You don’t find in many places, chorizo de Pamplona. It was very tasty.What really got our attention was the fish and chips. Outstanding! Even better than some places we tried in England. The fish was fresh, which is the key for fish and chips.The service was good especially Fidel at the oyster bar. Very courteous and efficient. We can tell he loves his job.Next time, we will go back for dinner.

Review №17

2021-04-26 14:05:05

Excellent customer service. Wait times for a table average about an hour, I believe this is due to COVID-19 and the need for distancing and smaller capacity. The bar area is open with full service... we enjoyed ourselves!

Review №18

2023-07-10 16:47:18

I recently read an article from the OC Register that the owners closed all locations as of 7/7/23. I hope they come back with a new concept that will have live music (Sunday Jazz Brunch) and provide great service as they did way before the pandemic happened.

Review №19

2021-10-12 05:00:15

Excellent service!!! Always enjoy their fish & chips, burgers, seafood dishes, oysters and fresh bread👍👍👍. Yummy😋😋😋Love their clam chowder and salad. Sea Bass is fantastic too.

Review №20

2017-08-20 02:08:08

Our first time at Taps. We order calamari for appetizers it was good but too much grease and tenicle. The plate doesnt have much of calamari ring to eat. I order rockfish plate came with mash potatoes and asparagus. I did not like the fish, the meat has plain taste. I tasted my bf clam chowder and it was good. I didnt order desert since ideas really disappointed at my dish and the appetizers.

Review №21

2021-10-18 03:57:12

Been to TAPS several times and they never disappoint. Great ambience, great food and TAPS has the best dessert Chocolate souffle is one of a kind the Crème brûlée is not far behind. Great place to have a nice family dinner. Its a little pricey for a family of four would run about $200 to $250 but its all worth it. Reservations 5 Stars, Food 4 Stars, Service 5 Stars

Review №22

2022-05-02 04:21:41

The food was good. Service was superior and the establishment as a whole is a a solid four. The options on the menu are a little off the table, but everything is made to taste well. The portion sizes are average and is not definitely a shareable size.

Review №23

2018-10-11 15:07:04

Only can comment about the bar and happy hour as this is the only time Im there and the only place I sit. Great place to taste award winning brews at 5 bucks a pop. THEY HAVE LAGERS! Nice variety too. Bartenders well trained on the beers and helpful. Recent remodel along with expanded nearby free parking adds to the experience. Staff on top of the sports games on the many TVs. Solid place to hang. Long tables in the lounge for celebrations with work friends, etc. Outside patio too. Happy hour food is OK not great. Last trip had considerable wait for my humble meatballs. Id say a 30s to 50s crowd-- hipster free zone. Best place overall in downtown Brea for beer, sports and food, especially if you want seafood.

Review №24

2022-03-29 21:43:13

I have now been to TAPS twice, both times with a large group. The first time was such a fun experience. Our bilingual server was helpful, knowledgeable about the menu and so incredibly kind. But let me tell you about this most recent experience. The young server was so dismissive, passed us often when we were trying to get his attention and took three laps before taking our food order. He also left our dessert tray after putting it next to us. One of my family members passed out the desserts to everyone because he was GONE. We had to ask for silverware, drink refills, napkins...he was not on it. It was such a sour experience. The food was ok, I feel like the experience overshadowed our meal. And it actually started out bad because our reservation was moved indoors at the very last minute. I made the reservation at least a month before (I want to say closer to 6 weeks prior) and the day of, I was messaged with the change. I couldnt cancel on my large party so I took the inside reservation but it was not what we agreed to. I have included a picture of the table side smores that he eventually came twice for because he needed to light it.

Review №25

2022-11-22 06:44:47

Sitting at the bar gets you quick drink service, but food does take a while to arrive.Their Happy Hour menu has changed. There are far fewer options, and I wasnt impressed with the updated menu. We went in wanting animal pizza, wings, ceviche, and fish tacos. All unavailable. They only have three pizza options: Margherita, cheese, or pepperoni. The pepperoni pizza was good, I must admit.The two customs we sat next to also agreed that their menu changed. They ordered dinner (Chilean sea bass and steak) and said it wasnt great and for sure not worth the price.Menu photo as of 11.2022

Review №26

2022-07-23 20:52:21

Perfect! I had the surf and turf. It was Amazing! That was the most perfectly cooked piece of beef I have Ever had in a restaurant. The filet had the smooth buttery texture of filet, with the incredible flavor of a rib eye. It was truly Perfect. The menu says 5oz tail; it came with a 10oz tail.

Review №27

2019-04-02 21:50:16

One of my favorite places to dine. They have great food and beers. They also have an awesome Sunday Brunch which includes an alcoholic drink!My favorute dishes here are:1. Ribeye Steak. I would order this with Cream of corn and roasted bacon brussel sprouts.2. Miso Chilean Sea Bass. I would get this on a bed of mash potaoes and wild mushrooms.3. Claims in butter sauce as an appetizer. I dip their awesome bread in the pan of juices.4. Oysters on a half shell.5. Wedge salad with extra bacon6. Blacken Mahi Mahi with wild mushrooms and crab lump tostada!This place has a great vibe and great food. A must try.

Review №28

2022-03-09 02:10:09

We brought our Crew for a team bonding event on a Tuesday night.Service was great, ribeye steaks were good. The change in menu for the Chilean seabass was disappointing, if it aint broke, why fix it and the butter cake did not live up to expectations. I was hoping it was warm and moist it wasnt, it was cold and a bit hard but the taste was good. Overall a good experience.

Review №29

2021-04-02 06:57:29

Great food and service. The sea bass sandwich was exceptional. The artichoke appetizer was delicious and just fantastic. The server was very friendly and attentive.Enjoyed the food, the service and atmosphere

Review №30

2017-06-11 04:42:38

1st time here and food was great! Atmosphere great and wait staff very attentive and quick to refill and deliver food. Would definitely be back!

Review №31

2019-12-15 21:06:31

Sat in the bar and had some pretty good food and drinks. Oysters were pretty good, but steak and lobster was the stand out tonight. We also had some crab legs, but they were not pre-cut nor were crackers provided. Big fail there. Service was great and attentive. Will be back soon.

Review №32

2022-09-30 20:55:45

Had the lobster roll and it was delicious. Also ordered the charbroiled oysters and they were amazing, so good I forgot to snap a picture.

Review №33

2022-05-07 02:42:42

Good bar, BEAUTIFUL hostess,at least the ones I saw. Oh yeah,theyve got food there too. Oyster & sushi bars and a decent menu serving seafood from clam chowder to fish and chips. Located on the corner of Imperial Hwy and Brea Blvd. Probably a cool place for Sunday football. They have 8-10 big screen TVs. Price is moderate,theres an outside patio but no one was dining outside. Busy street has noise and probably kicks up dust on your food.

Review №34

2022-06-12 20:47:51

This is the best brewery place and I got to admit that the party room was the best place to dine in where my family came to honor me since I graduated from La Serna High School on June 14th, 2012. I remember the fun times I had.

Review №35

2019-12-22 21:28:28

I added a mashed potato with lobster(on the right side dish) that was just normal.One of the side that I chose was mushroom which was greasy. The soup was really good though.

Review №36

2023-02-19 03:54:36

The place is always busier than the staff can handle. The wait is well worth the taste of the food. The Lobster Roll and Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are amazing. The beer is fresh and cold. They have outside dining by the fireside as well. Not sure how the Oyster Bar works there.

Review №37

2018-07-25 02:46:05

Drinks are good, ambience is awesome. Food is great too. Worth a visit and by the way they can take huge crowd too.

Review №38

2022-09-11 14:44:59

Been going here for a few years. Always get the Chilean sea bass every time. It WAS absolutely delicious. Well, apparently they have changed most of their menu, including the bass.It was good but definitely not as good as before. My bf agrees too. So now at $50 a meal for good not great I dont think we will be coming back as often as before, if at all.I never understood why restaurants change recipes. If its not broken dont try to fix it.

Review №39

2022-07-19 14:40:43

We went to Taps to celebrate a birthday. The staff was excellent, our servers were friendly and made great suggestions. I cant remember the last time I went out to eat and enjoyed the food so much. The sushi rolls were fantastic and other than the surf and turf, the food was very well priced for the taste and quality. The surf and turf was excellent as well, just didnt realize what MP was currently!

Review №40

2023-01-05 06:30:28

My husband and I have been dining at TAPS for over a decade. Weve never had an unpleasant experience.Tonight we had a great meal with some friends. Our server Jorge went above and beyond, he did an excellent job.I had the spaghetti and meatballs ( newer addition), my husband had sushi, one of our friends had the Norwegian Halibut, and the other had the Miso marinated Chilean Sea Bass (this is a must try).For starters we had grilled artichoke and the house made pretzel.Wine, beer, and excellent food/experience.

Review №41

2022-09-10 05:45:14

Best artichoke dip ive ever had and then the seafood pasta was phenomenal.

Review №42

2022-10-17 00:05:01

Bloody Marys, Mamosas & Brunch just what the doctor ordered. We were sitting out in the patio, service was great! Thanks Guys!

Review №43

2022-08-07 01:07:44

My new favorite restaurant in Brea! A really good experience. The Clam Chowder is the best I’ve tried so far.

Review №44

2023-06-19 21:33:21

I recently visited Taps in Brea for brunch on Fathers Day, and unfortunately, it turned out to be one of the worst meals Ive had to date. I had high hopes for Taps, as they used to be known for their fantastic brunch, but my recent experience left a lot to be desired.First and foremost, the service was extremely slow. It took an eternity for our drinks to arrive, and even longer for our utensils to arrive. The staff seemed overwhelmed and understaffed, which resulted in a lack of attentiveness and a frustratingly long waits.I was disappointed to find that alot of the food lacked flavor. It felt like the dishes were hastily put together without much attention to taste or seasoning. The brunch classics that I was looking forward to, such as salmon, oysters and scallops, were constantly running out, leaving me disappointed and craving for more.To make matters worse, the omelet bar was left unattended for a significant amount of time. It was disappointing to see a crucial part of the brunch experience neglected, especially when it is a prominent feature of Taps brunch.The restaurant was overly crowded, which only added to the chaotic atmosphere. The noise level was high, and it was difficult to carry on a conversation without raising our voices. The lack of space and the overwhelming number of patrons made for an uncomfortable dining experience.While I understand that being short-staffed can be a challenge, its not an excuse for such a subpar dining experience. Taps used to be a go-to spot for brunch, but based on my recent visit, I cannot recommend it anymore.On a positive note, I have to mention that Taps does have a nice weekday happy hour, which might be worth considering. However, when it comes to their brunch, the quality and service do not match the price. I hope that Taps can address the issues I encountered during my visit and regain its reputation for serving a memorable and delicious brunch.Overall, if youre looking for a brunch spot in Brea, I would recommend exploring other options before considering Taps.

Review №45

2019-10-03 03:41:00

Had the pork chops. Drier than I would like but flavorful. Service was EXCELLENT! Would recommend making reservations when visiting with a large group.

Review №46

2023-03-20 02:53:07

I do not go to brunch buffets, however my wife and I met friends there. My motto with respect to dining is I would rather have an excellent that is appropriately sized than a lot of decent food. That said,Taps was great for buffet food. I would do it again and for me, thats saying a lot

Review №47

2022-02-22 03:44:48

Delicious and great drinks. Never had a complaint. Staff is courteous.

Review №48

2023-05-07 14:02:18

The only reason I am giving TAPS a 3 is because there was a hair in my food and I discovered this as I was chewing. I called the other server who was closest to me and he was super apologetic and took my plate away. Our server soon came over and also apologized. By the time I got my plate everyone in our party of 5 had finished. The Cioppinino, spaghetti seafood, Oysters, and steak were very good.I was struggling again when we received the bill, they had charged us for an additional plate, so a total of 6 dinners vs 5. We were a party of 5 to explain further. It took them 15 mins to fix the bill.So, not sure we will be back. We were seated on a very dark side room and not in the main room where everything was happening.

Review №49

2022-11-05 23:23:55

I love Taps the food itself is great. The fish and chips are to die for. I come very often. The service is great since you can ask for another waiter in your zone. But…Don’t come on a Sunday or Monday night. White table cloth prices and food but not service on these night. Had a young female server tell me about her problems and gave me the worst bread sauce. She put mostly oil instead of the bread seasoning on their.

Review №50

2021-10-19 17:09:48

Went for Sunday Brunch. Amazing selection of food. Mimosas were great. We ate outside on the patio. Service was phenomenal, Teresa was a great server. Our hostess, Jessica, was very helpful and explained how everything worked. The carving station server was friendly and the omelet bar server was speedy and made great omelets. All the employees were great. I loved the creativity of the dessert bar, the baker had cute Halloween cookies throughout as decoration, it was so cute and great attention to detail! I would come back here again.

Review №51

2022-04-09 03:30:14

I went to Taps last night for a friends birthday celebration and it was amazing. Mostly because of the service from our fabulous server, Lindsay! She was amazing! Very professional with the ability to personally answer multiple questions and requests being flung at her from our large party. Yet she genuinely seemed to like us and she put up with us with a big smile the entire time. She was patient and kind she was never stressed even though I’d say we were a stressful bunch to deal with, lol. She was fast and efficient and always gave us her full attention as if we were her only table. The food was great and the kitchen staff must run very efficiently too as we never had to wait long. The ambiance was really great too. I like this place and can’t wait to try the brunch Lindsay told us about. I only hope we get Lindsay again next time I come to Taps!

Review №52

2023-03-14 23:00:24

TAPS used to be an exciting restaurant with good service and moderately priced food. Now the food is sub-par Joes Crab Shack quality with service that is equivalent to a McDonalds. We walked in at 4:50 pm last week and was told there was a 25 minute wait due to staffing shortages. Dont waste your time.

Review №53

2022-11-13 21:05:09

A little pricey, but worth every cent. And the staff is fantastic.

Review №54

2017-10-29 20:31:09

A very nice place, I had the blackened fish tacos with rice and beans and it was really good, great beers, I tried the red which was good but really liked the hefenweizen, my only complaint was that its expensive

Review №55

2022-03-27 23:41:43

We went with a party of 6 for brunch to celebrate a birthday. My wife thought it was good but I wasnt impressed. If u love oysters, and unlimited so-so champagne and a decent selection of stuff, then you might think that its worth it. Again, something for everyone but not 5 star, not even 4 star food quality but definitely better than Golden Corral (but should be at $55)

Review №56

2022-10-15 20:18:50

We probably wont be back. All of the amazing appetizers are gone from the menu. I kept equating the service to Claim Jumper which is fine but not the quality of service that we had come to expect considering past experiences and your prices. The server did not ask if we wanted anything to drink besides water. The appetizers empty plates were left on the table when salads were delivered and then the salad plates were left on the table when entrees were delivered. Our entree plates were still on the table when we left it for the evening. My husband was never offered a steak knife and was forced to make due with a table knife. A spoon or shell plate was never offered with the seafood curry. It just appears that your standards dropped with COVID and further dropped as you re-imagined your menu.

Review №57

2022-04-30 23:34:30

Wonderful breakfast and great service! Thank you to our server Melissa!

Review №58

2023-03-27 18:03:11

I was so surprised that a fish house had such great steak. Before you ask why I went to a fish house and ordered steak, my wife ordered the salmon and we try each others food....BUT the steak was a better choice in my opinion.There was absolutely nothing wrong with the salmon. The salmon was great, but you could cut the steak with a butter knife.The clam chowder is better than the Chowder Hut in San Francisco, but I think next time no corn. The bacon was on loint though.The calamari is apparently a popular appetizer. Popcorn of the sea is the only way I can describe it. The aoili they set them in has a little more kick than the traditional stuff most italian places use.The house double IPA was smooth and didnt have too much of that usual IPA aftertaste. I wish they had a hazy, but thats okay. Definitely worth a return visit to try more.

Review №59

2023-01-28 20:04:38

Ive said my piece on Yelp already. Taps used to be great and now its nothing impressive. Food isnt as good as I remember from years ago, just meh. What killed it for all of us was Justin, the manager. No idea how he got this position because he does not care at all about food safety. Justin spoke to us like he was bored and mad that we brought up there was a hair in the food! It happens he said. Youre saying that as a manager of a nice restaurant?!What I learned since the Yelp review, is that a friend of mine also had a bad experience at Taps for the same reason! And their friend used to work at Taps, but quit because management became so awful to them.What happened to this place? Clearly hearing about bad service isnt new to them, as seen through other recent reviews. After coming here for about 20 years, we decided to never return.

Review №60

2022-10-05 23:36:13

I used to be a BIG fan of both TAPS in Brea and in Irvine. But my second to last visit was underwhelming and my last experience was so below my expectations for TAPS that I will likely never be going here again.The service levels have gone WAY down relative to what they used to be. Each of my last two visits had errors in service or I needed to remind servers about something I ordered (e.g., a bottle of wine) and while each was corrected, it was the first I had ever experienced issues like that at TAPS. Whats more, is there didnt seem to be any desire to over-correct the mistakes which is usually the hallmark of an organization that prides itself on service.In addition to service declines, food quality has also disappointed. Steaks used to be cooked to perfection regularly, but in both recent visits steaks were significantly over cooked and, in one instance, the three steaks on the seafood trio were all cooked to different temperatures! Other items on the menu are fine, but none wowed me in the same way that the food used to with the exception of a kids cheese pizza which I did find outstanding.I think what disappoints me the most is that I shared these concerns with the restaurant both through their website and through email and never received a response from either. The message to me is clear: TAPS is not concerned with appeasing repeat customers.I cannot and will not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Its just not worth it anymore.

Review №61

2022-09-16 01:41:33

Had a great dinner with great service sat the bar oysters were great steak was perfect and tacos were delicious

Review №62

2020-03-10 17:45:13

I came early on a Monday evening, and it wasnt too crowded or busy. Beautiful building and decor, super knowledgeable and friendly staff. Our server went above and beyond, offering to make us special sauce for my steak, educating us about oysters, and recommending his favorites. Fantastic food, the garlic mashed potatoes and the lobster dumplings are must haves. If you have any bread left, dip it in the lobster dumpling sauce-you wont be sorry. Waiters regularly checked in, food and drinks were served promptly, and it was just overall a wonderful experience.

Review №63

2023-01-12 22:32:42

I was looking for a resataraunt for my family for New Years Eve that had a Charcuterie Board. When I looked online it said they had one. No pictures or prices online, but figured it would be like most I have had at other restaraunts. When it came to the table it had 2 small pieces of 1 type of cheese, 1 piece of buttered toast halved. 5 pieces of salami and some cilantro decor. No, cheese selection, no nuts,fruit, etc. It was so disappointing. Not sure how they can serve that and not be embarrassed. Left unsatisfied and will not recommend or return.

Review №64

2022-04-29 21:30:19

The staff are friendly and service is good. The food is ok. The clam chowder was so thick you could eat it with a fork. Sushi was okay. Chinese chicken salad was big, the chicken was dry, it was their normal grilled chicken without much flavor. The dressing was okay, a little too much Asian slaw mix and not enough fixings.Overall its an okay place to go with a group of people to socialize with food and drinks.

Review №65

2021-10-13 20:15:42

Taps continues to be one of my favorite spots for brunch with friends. Its a warm, welcoming environment & the food is consistently top-notch. The service continues to impress me with their attentiveness. Most recently, we were lucky to have Marizy at our table & she was wonderful! We cant wait to visit again.

Review №66

2021-11-03 04:32:37

Always a great time. Management is always super nice. Came for our wedding anniversary tonight and instead of having us wait a long time for a table we got drinks and an appetizer on the house. Like every year they end the night with a little desert saying happy anniversary. Even though I never expect them to do it it never fails. Great experience every time and great food.

Review №67

2023-04-29 06:38:01

Terrible Service. Came here on a Date. Checked In. Gave the Hostess my name and number. They then told us we’d be seated soon. We decided to sit outside on a bench considering the Lobby was full. We waited over 30mins outside when I told my boyfriend to go check inside to see what was taking so long. They again asked us for our names, like really, you just saw us ?! Then they said they tried texting me about my table being ready but the text didn’t go thru. I was like what ?! So if I don’t send my boyfriend in there to check we’d still be waiting outside. Ridiculous!!! They could’ve easily went outside and called my name but decided not to. I then explain to another gentleman working there what had happened and he’s was very rude and inconsiderate about the whole thing and kinda just shrugged his shoulders. We’re finally seated and proceed to wait another 20mins before our waiter decides to take our order. Our food then took what seemed like forever to arrive, a couple seated next to us got their food before us and we had gotten there before them. Just a real bad experience top to bottom. Food wasn’t even that great. Definitely wouldn’t recommend coming here, and I definitely won’t be coming back.

Review №68

2020-09-06 05:32:16

Food was great! Service exceptional..Loraliev was so sweet to us and made the end of a bad week a great start to the new week. We sincerely appreciated her. The only suggestion is make would be to add a couple of fans. Yes, we ate on the hottest night of the year, and the patio was tolerable. A breeze would have been delightful.Thank you for the great food and service. My salmon was delectable, and the sea bass worth every penny!

Review №69

2021-11-29 00:33:24

Thanks to all the great people at TAPS for a great 2021 Thanksgiving buffet. The selections were great and the team did a great job in keeping everything going on such a busy holiday. Our waitress and support team were great and provided great service. This was our first Thanksgiving dinner there (been going there since they opened) and we were not disappointed. Congrats to the team, great job and Thank you!

Review №70

2022-01-02 00:22:14

Horribly disorganized. Had us waiting 20 minutes because they were changing from their buffet to regular dinning. The dinning area in the bar had no one sitting. Two waiters had nothing to do and watching the football game, Instead of seating us and getting our drink orders. TAPS would rather have their customers wait for 20 minutes in the small seating area. I will never be returning to this establishment again. I will not be recommending this to friends or family.

Review №71

2021-08-07 05:53:52

1st time coming here and definitely will not be the last! The food portions were very generous, customer service was 10/10 and the country potatoes were perfectly crisp as well. We ordered the cocktails and those were also delicious!! Overall amazing experience here at TAPS, I’ve always heard about this place and I’m more than happy I finally got to try it!

Review №72

2022-02-19 06:24:04

You might as well stay at home and make a sandwich because thats what I ended up doing. Ive been hearing about this place for awhile and finally came here with a date. They were obviously busy, which is not their fault. We found a place at the bar and were happy there. The bartender was nice, but not super attentive (again, busy so understandable). The appetizers were a bit delayed but not too bad. The mushrooms were good; the lobster dumplings were so-so. We ordered entrees and after 45 minutes we hadnt been served! The ladies sitting next to us who arrived after us got their meal, though. We wanted to cancel the order and were offered to take it home. Im not going to take cioppino home to eat cold out of a plastic container. I came to the restaurant to eat because I didnt want to eat at home. So my date says, Just take me home. We paid the tab (yes, we paid and tipped on all the cocktails and appetizers we had) and left. The poor service killed the whole mood of the night. We left hungry and disappointed and irritated. I just made a sandwich when I got home. I wish we just stayed at home. Two thumbs down.

Review №73

2022-06-17 01:38:41

The best food ever. Started with oysters blonde beer truffle bacon cheese sliders & fries. This could be split April was our server today. Excellent customer service. If you havent been to TAPS may I suggest you try. Awesomeness 🍔🍟🍻

Review №74

2022-11-05 21:38:51

Very strange service here at Taps, our party was 16 minute late and was told our reservation is no longer valid because 15 minute was the limit.Our server then was telling us that it’s an extra charge for us to get more bread on the table (I love their bread so we did ask for another complimentary bread)Food took a while to come out, overall service was poor, disappointed in the experience

Review №75

2021-04-25 19:29:55

Went here for my husbands birthday 😄, his choice. But if you are vegetarian, this may not be a good choice (like me) as they do not have vegetarian options on their menu. I give 5 stars to the waitress though, she was able to provide fettuccine without seafood. All of the food was great. Just wish they had more options. If you love seafood, go here, you will love it.

Review №76

2023-01-05 05:01:29

Perfect service, great atmosphere, and the quality of food is great (even for their kids menu). It is at least a $$$ and I would not recommend the burger, but if you want a cheaper entree the fish and chips are very satisfying.

Review №77

2023-01-08 12:30:16

Great breakfast for a great price, with excellent service too! Looking forward to lunch or dinner, post pandemic. The Sunday Buffet Brunch is incredible, with more choices than Ive seen anywhere. The waitress really made sure my champagne glass stayed full. You cant beat it!

Review №78

2017-09-30 14:23:52

Good service. Very fresh and delicious sea foods.

Review №79

2022-03-01 05:03:23

Update 2/28/22....new menu alert! Lots of changes. My family eats here 1x a week so its a big change.Great food and service. I always order the fish and chips but fish sautéed instead of breaded. My dad loves the cioppino, my mom and siblings love the clams. Happy hour is great too!

Review №80

2020-10-05 18:13:54

Good service. Wanted the trot up sandwich but they were out!

Review №81

2022-12-11 20:27:01

I wanted to share my experience with a recent situation that happened on Thanksgiving. I pre-ordered a meal came out to $85 at 10:30 in the morning to be delivered at 1:30 by Uber Eats.My situation Im a quadriplegic and depend on caregivers and also restaurants from time to time which this was a time I was depending on a restaurant being that it was Thanksgiving I wanted to treat myself to something special.I was tracking the order as my caregiver at the time was waiting to set me up before she left with her family for Thanksgiving.I saw the process of my food being done like normal I saw the driver making his way to pick it up oh, I saw the pick up 5 minutes later driver cancels the order.Heres where it gets convoluted, Uber Eats says driver picked up the order and cancelled they suspend driver for 30 days. When I called within ten minutes of everything happening I spoke to the manager on duty that day for Thanksgiving at around 1:50 and he indicated to me there was absolutely nothing he was going to do for me its an Uber Eats issue, I requested if theres any way I can still get a plate my caregiver would go and purchase at plate he said absolutely not I would have to come in.I understand theres rules and policies but I also feel given the circumstances of the situation that I explained to the said manager he could have definitely done something different especially after me explaining my situation and the timeline in which I ordered the food it was just something I feel he could have been done. To be clear I was in no way asking for anything FREE I was asking to be charged for a replacement dinner plate to be picked up by my caregiver who was willing to wait another hour and a half if it was needed and he completely declined, three times when I asked him telling me I had to go and dine in that he was not going to set up an order to be picked up. I wish could have I would have done it if I had a caregiver that was willing to work with me on Thanksgiving for those amount of hours but that just wasnt the case. I ended up eating a Jack in the Box Sourdough Jack Combo.So there is many restaurant options in Brea that serve amazing food in offer amazing service TAPS is definitely not one of these places unfortunately based on my very recent experience.I feel with our hard-earned money the businesses that deserve our patronage are the ones who will provide the best service within their means.

Review №82

2022-05-07 00:18:17

Been a year since Iast time I was here. Place has gone downhill. The lobster roll was a waste of lobster. It had so much wilted arugula in it. Disgusting. The aioli was terrible too. What a shame. The clams and mussels were really good and their bread is awesome, just not when they grill it over fire. The clam chowder was delicious too. Total drag they did away with the chocolate souffle, in favor of some lame flowerless cake. Still a decent place, just not as good as before.

Review №83

2018-09-22 23:03:24

We have been here a few times now. Today for lunch, our waitress was bad. She really made us wait. My old fashion cocktail took at least 10 minutes to come to our table. The restaurant was nearly empty on a Saturday at 1:44pm. Our bread and my wifes Coke took even longer. Then she eventually took our order. We ordered a bowl of lobster bisque, BLT sandwich, side Cesar salad, and fish and chips. By the time our food came out, we were done with our bread and lobster bisque. Our waitress never checked on us if our food tasted fine. I have been to lower cost restaurants that offer five-star service. At least our food tasted delicious. Our waitress just sucked! I hope our we have a better waitress or waiter on my birthday coming up.

Review №84

2021-04-30 19:30:28

I had not been there on many months and the food had gone from good to excellent. We both ordered seafood dishes (crab/salmon,), and they were both done to perfection. The staff was friendly and the restaurant had taken steps to insure safety. Not inexpensive, but it also provides a nice atmosphere, and a choice of eating inside of outside

Review №85

2022-03-29 00:14:14

This place is always great. Food is amazing, service is always on point. The drink selection is good, the old fashioned with the blood orange ice cube was great! Nice wine list. Definitely a downsized menu after covid but still great. Nice location with easy parking too.

Review №86

2019-03-10 23:21:51

Weve been going to Sunday Brunch at Taps for a couple of years. Previously we found the experience fabulous: huge selection on the buffet and an a great menu for table service. Servers were knowledgeable and attentive. And we were NEVER asked to leave because our time had run out.Today, the place opened at 10 AM and was full by 10:15. Our server was one of 3 who had to handle more than 100 people. The result was glacial. It took many minutes to get her attention and many more minutes to see the results of our requests. My order was wrong or forgotten twice. So before we were finished eating we were told that we had to leave because our 2 hours were up.And the made-to-order crepe station (VERY popular) had been replaced by a Build your own pasta area that had about 4 people use it during the 2 hours we were there. The Brisket was dry. The chicken pot pie was all gravy and soggy pie crust. The chocolate fountain was so oily that it mostly rolled off of the strawberries.They had added so many tables and chairs to the floor that getting to the food was a BIG challenge.The noise level was also WAY up due to the size of the crowd.I was SERIOUSLY disappointed with the experience and will be looking elsewhere for Sunday Brunch.

Review №87

2019-07-13 04:02:39

Exceptional! Amazing food and service to match! Valet parking available.

Review №88

2021-02-27 02:28:55

Really beautiful exterior outside dining. Lunch was at 4 pm for us. Recommend earlier dining, as it was getting chilly outside. Had the Irish red, Tap burger (medium rare) with fries. Really tasty! Parking was super easy at the parking structure...but I got winded from walking. Im not as fit as I once was. Things to keep in mind, though!

Review №89

2019-11-06 14:22:54

The kitchen is the highlight, all meals are excellent from the bread as appetizer over the starters and the main dishes with the salad to the dessert.But it is a bit too expensive for the overall result. Because the service is wrong and I pay for it, too. If you have the feeling that you disturbing the staff, you dont feel comfortable as a guest. When you arrive at a half filled restaurant and they told you that needs to be checked, if there is a free table and let you wait is not right. This was the complete visit long, that there is a feeling of disturbing the staff and at the end the fasted was receiving the bill without asking for. To kick the guest out, because they want to clean up and finish for the day, at 21:00. There was a feeling like the staff have no fun at work or dont like their job, they have to be there, missing motivation.Therefore the kitchen is a five star and the service have to be improved, but maybe it was only a bad day.

Review №90

2023-04-04 01:43:38

Its been there forever. The restaurant is bid, layout is great - outside, raw bar, bar area too.Food very mediocre especially for the price.The beer, their beer, has always been bad.

Review №91

2023-02-05 21:13:23

I havent tried the food at this location however, you apparently need a reservation in advance and if your a walk in according to the host you can wait on walk in list however your not guaranteed to eat never in my life have I gone to a restaurant where they say your welcome to wait you just may wait for nothing basically, to me that is a start to bad service!!! Never returning again Ill keep going to yorba Linda location. This place for service a yikes on my end.

Review №92

2019-04-19 19:27:57

Restaurant is beautiful. Service was good. I really liked the bread but that was it. Fish and chips were terrible. Dark in color and hardly any fish. The chips were ok. I wouldnt recommend ordering that again. Review your kitchen and service a nice fish with light coating as seen in your photos!

Review №93

2018-12-16 23:55:03

My review is not based on the quality of the food, but rather the disappointing situation I ran into. Weve always been a supporter of Taps. The quality of food is great, and the atmosphere is comfortable. Recently we booked a portion of the terrace room to the left for our company Christmas party. Upon arriving and checking in with the hostess, we were informed that we got moved to the main dining area. My issue was that no one had called us to let us know. Theres a reason why we requested the room. The main dining area can get quite loud. Being in the room afforded our party an opportunity to be able to hear each other. The other host at the front desk just shrugged and said we were moved because another company had booked the entire room out. I objected that we had specifically requested that room a month in advance, and why werent we called about the change. The host again wasnt helpful or apologetic. I asked to speak with the manager, who also wasnt very apologetic. Nor were we offered anything in return for the inconvenience. While our food and our server were fantastic, the entire experience left a bad taste in my mouth. Next year well be moving our party to Summit Hill or Cedar Creek. Ownership of Taps Brea needs to get this fixed.

Review №94

2022-11-30 22:19:45

Always a good time when stopping by. Ceviche and a double shot Jack and called it lunch.

Review №95

2017-04-02 22:01:27

Our server mark was amazing. My family and I have never had such great service accompanied by a welcoming and comfortable ambiance. Overall the experience was exquisite. I would recommend this to any family looking for a wonderful Sunday brunch. Make sure you ask for mark though, it wouldnt be the same without him!

Review №96

2018-09-15 06:41:29

This place has lost its edge. Food ok but not great.Oysters however were fresh but very small.Brought own bottle of expensive wine and they took the bottle and decanted it not by us. Have no idea if they shifted bottles or not.The lady though covered our whole dinner which we did NOT ASK for.That is over and above.Desserts especially chocolate olive cake stay away from.Service unfortunately was slow.Just not where it was even year ago.

Review №97

2021-04-30 22:36:43

Brought my bestie here for a birthday lunch. The food was good but the server was either not having her best day or didn’t have enough sleep. Not sure what the problem was but was not told that there were two sizes of clam chowder. I wanted a bowl size and only one price was displayed on the menu so I assumed that was the bowl price. So I got a tiny cup of soup and had to order a bowl. Was charged for both the bowl and the cup. With my bestie she has to eat softer food because of oral problems. Ordered bread and she asked for butter. It took 15 minutes to get the butter and the bread became cold and hard. Had to order another bread. Also she ordered a shrimp cocktail and it came with 4 shrimp?!?!?!? How cheap is that? The price of the shrimp cocktail is $19 and you give 4 shrimp when I ordered shrimp with my wedge salad and got 7 shrimp same size? Something’s off here and it’s either the establishment or the servers or both. Sorry but our first time here is going to be our last. Good luck!

Review №98

2019-07-27 01:14:24

Delicious steak! Always good food and customer service!

Review №99

2020-02-08 21:56:44

Update 02/2020: while the food and drinks are still good, the service has just become ridiculous. The last 3 visits weve experienced 10+ minute wait times just to be given menus/greeted and then getting food today took over 45 minutes without even a sorry. Downgrading to a 2 at this point.5 stars for consistently providing good beer and food. The Jambalaya and Gumbo are definitely some of my favorite dishes here!

Review №100

2019-06-26 21:45:15

We have eaten here many times and loved it!Even had my parents 68 wedding anniversary party here. Dad got very ill because of his age and the restaurant employees handled the emergency situation like the pros they are!They are well trained and KIND,We love everything about this restaurant 😎

Review №101

2019-08-28 20:11:26

Always love coming to Taps, whether it be for lunch or dinner or brunch. Staff/servers are very professional, friendly and efficient. They have the best fresh bread and serve it with a garlic balsamic oil. Love it ! On this visit, I had the lunch 1/2 soup and 1/2 sandwhich. Both were very delicious. My mother on law had the fish tacos which she enjoyed, and my husband had the mahi enchilada. He loved it. They have a large variety of beers which I do not drink, however I love their vodka martinis. Highly suggested place to visit.

Review №102

2020-08-30 02:33:10

We saw a recommendation for their Maine Crab Cakes. We had to do somethimg for our 49th anniversary. We decided that a 49th Avviv gift to ourselves was to go back at least 2 more times. Before I end - they brew phenomimal beer. My wife had a cosmos that she declared exquisite. For their elegance - the prices are very moderate. 5 STARS!

Review №103

2022-04-25 04:29:06

1st time and the experience was horrible the waitress Jessica said they didn’t have ginger for the sushi, no tops for the kids cups, had soup but no soup containers to go for it, but same containers are used for the sundaes for kids, there was no lemonade, but the other table got lemonade. When speaking to the Manager Justin he in fact was rude and nonchant about the whole experience. He stated that everything the waitress said they didn’t have they in fact did. I hate this restaurant.. Run if your in Brea, California maybe it was the color of my skin maybe my appearance gives the impression that I can’t pay. Maybe I have to be a A-list celebrity to get proper service. I thought money and credit cards all spent the same as the next person.

Review №104

2022-03-25 15:02:51

We went last night 1 hour before closing. They were out of half the items we ordered. The food was cold and service was slow. Server was too busy doing sidewalk to focus on his table. Had to ask other servers to get our server, one of then responded wait and the other rolled he eyes. Poor service and food overall and a complete waste of $300! We wont be back!

Review №105

2021-10-16 04:29:03

Was in the area which rarely happens these days. Buried my sweet girl, wanted a glass of Chardonnay and Oysters in a half shell. They changed the entire method and options to thier famous Oyster Bar. It was AWFUL!Thank goodness the Mgr and Bar Specialist heard how they were nothing like theyd been for decades. They were awful and just hard to eat. Chewy Rubbery and not Authentic like theyd been for years.Calamari Fritta was excellent as was my white wine, Intercept. Just outstanding.Theres no place like home... Taps will always be that for us. Tried n True

Review №106

2018-12-18 16:44:43

My dad and I decided to stop in for his birthday dinner. The first thing I noticed was the sheer size of this massive brew house, it was very impressive. We immediately sat at the bar because we wanted the opportunity to try their beers house-brewed, which we’d heard were fantastic. I tried the Bohemian Tapsody and the Cream Ale which were both great beers. Now I’m vegan, and knowing that TAPS is a “fish house”, I figured there weren’t going to be too many options available to me. However, I asked our bartender Gabriel if there were any options that he could suggest. He then went to the kitchen and came back with a terrific vegan meal just for me! I was so appreciative that he would be willing to ask for a custom meal, and all with a smile and a “my pleasure.” It was such a cool place with an awesome atmosphere. And to top off my already over-the-moon opinion I have about this restaurant, I also mentioned briefly that it was my dad’s birthday, and for our dessert, they wrote out “happy birthday” in chocolate syrup for my dad to enjoy. Outstanding, guys! I will always come back!

Review №107

2020-11-21 05:07:17

Have been to Taps many times and have always had a great experience. Tonight was totally opposite. I brought my sister here for her birthday and was very disappointed. First we were seated right next to the main street, all you could hear was cars speeding by. Second I had to ask our witness for the bread and was told it was going to be 15 mins because they were making fresh bread. We ended up getting our bread after our entree arrive and began eating. Finally I ordered creme brulee and it didnt taste good what so ever. Very disappointed in my visit probably wont be back anytime soon.

Review №108

2021-02-09 21:46:31

I went to TAPS Fish House for my Birthday 2/8/21. I was excited to try this restaurant since I have moved to Brea earlier last year. I made a reservation for 6pm online. I live relatively close by and I got there early around 5:30pm. I spoke with the hostess and let her know that we were early and if there was anyway we could be seated sooner that I would appreciate it. She said that we could be seated in 10 minutes, not a big deal since we were early anyways. My brother, mother, and I were gazing over the menu while waiting for our table to be ready. The first thing I noticed was how big the restaurant was and the setting was beautiful. With that being said, there was no one in front of us waiting and as 6pm arrived we were finally seated. So they sat us at our reserved time after about a 30 minute wait. They brought us outside to the patio area and it was quite cozy with a couple of fireplaces and several heating lamps to keep us warm. What I also noticed was lack of tables filled with guests. As I mentioned no one was waiting in front of us.There were numerous empty tables that the host could have taken our group to if they wanted. I felt we had waited unnecessarily and could have been sat down sooner. The music seemed to not match the atmosphere. . dont get me wrong, I love Run DMC, Missy Elliot, and Lil John. But listening to Get yo Freak on while having a nice cozy dinner with my 80 year old mother seemed out of place.What we ordered: The waiter (I forgot his name) took our drink order and our appetizer order when he arrived to the table. Two beers, the grilled octopus and half-dozen oysters. We waited quite a while for our beers to arrive to the table. After about 10 minutes our server finally arrived and looked confused that the beers were not on the table and inquired if the arrived. We told him it had not and returned after another 5 minutes claiming that the beers had arrived at a different table. So needless to say the service was slow.We went ahead and placed our dinner order before our appetizers arrived. We ordered the Chilean Seabass, Seared Scallops, and the Cioppino. Our appetizers finally arrived after about 20-25 minutes after we had ordered them. The Grilled octopus was beautifully plated and I was ready to dig in. The octopus was disappointing. . For the one thing, It was COLD. . not warm but COLD meaning lacking any heat as if it was sitting in the window for several minutes. Not only that, there was an awful fishy after taste following it. I took a couple of bites and worked on the potato squares which was also lacking any warmth, however, my mother didnt seem to mind the fishy taste. Shes old school Korean, so she likes that funky fishy flavors. The oysters were good but not special and they were extremely small so for 20 dollars for 6 tiny pieces seemed . . well. . i cant think of any words.Seabass: The Seabass itself was too salty. Rice was okay and the spinach was underwhelming cold and lacked seasoning.Scallops: Was seared perfectly, but again arrived cold (seems to be the theme) and the risotto was undercooked and also very salty.Cioppino: This was the most disappointing. The sauce was very thick and pasty. It tomato sauce completely overwhelmed any flavor of the clams, crabs, shrimp, and mussels within the dish. It was a thick mess. Honestly, sauce just tasted like tomato paste.The pros: The Host who took us to the table was very friendly and nice. Our server was friendly and his service was good overall. The Atmosphere and ambience was enjoyable. . Again the music didnt really match setting.The Cons: Very slow pace of service and the lack of attention to the food.

Review №109

2017-10-01 16:22:57

This is a pretty high priced, fine dining establishment, but the food is okay at best. I dined here recently and ordered one of the least expensive fish dishes which start at 29.95. The fish was tasty, but it came served on a large bed of semi cooked saucy rice, and that was all. Rice is super cheap and the amount of fish you got to the amount of rice was lopsided. This small piece of fish sitting on top of this huge bed of rice. The chief tried to make the dish look expensive by adding a bit of shaved garnishes, and other stuff on top of the fish, but really?? The server was over friendly, said strange things at the wrong time, smiled constantly and forgot something I asked for 2x? I never got what I asked for. You wouldnt expect this type of service at a $$$$ restaurant. All in all it was a unpleasant dining experience and we wont be coming back.

Review №110

2019-11-30 15:44:57

TAPS should stick with what they know. Thanksgiving Buffet was a disaster. I had made reservations 3 weeks ahead. Hostess tried to put us outside in a tent, with plastic chairs & tables. It was dripping rain, cold, & had water running through the area.Food choices were terrible. Mostly cold. So much wasted food. Selections not traditional as advertized & what was listed on web & fare bill not even on table. Have been to Taps for regular service but wont be going back again. Only the wait staff were were the same quality.

Review №111

2016-03-16 00:11:14

This review is for my visit on 2/27/2016. Ive been carrying the receipt in my pocket since then and havent had the time to write this, but now I do. It took a while to find parking (not TAPS fault). The other 3 people in my party were seated when I walked in (they didnt want to seat them until I was there). Their drink order had already been taken. I ordered a glass of wine. It literally took between 10-15 minutes (and asking 3 times) to get that glass of wine. When it came time to order we had questions. The server didnt have too many answers. We felt he didnt know the menu so we figured he was new. He was very nice and courteous throughout our time together (even when I started to give him a hard time). One of the items I ordered was a wedge salad with extra ranch. I had to ask 3 times for the ranch. One of the other people in my party wanted the crab cakes. She asked our server if it was (s) plural meaning 2 crab cakes or 1 crab cake. He said it was 2 cakes so she ordered them. Guess what came out? You guessed it!! One crab cake came out. We immediately said something to our server. The best he could do was have them manager come see us. OK, so I am already irritated having to ask and wait for my wine and then my ranch, and now this? The manager showed up and we explained our problem. She explained that there was a problem with the way the menus were printed and we said that we felt that wasnt our problem especially when we asked if the plate came with 1 or 2 cakes. She asked if there was anything she could do for us. We said she could give us the other cake. She said she couldnt do that (and I said and I cant write you a good review). The manager said she would make a price adjustment on the bill, didnt say what kind of adjustment. She removed the crab cake from the bill. What could have been done differently? Well to start our server in our opinion wasnt ready for a Saturday evening rush, and didnt know the menu. The manager could have brought us out 1 crab cake on a small side dish plate. She ended up giving us 1 free cake anyway. Whats the difference? All we wanted was what we thought we ordered which is 2 crab cakes. That would have made all the difference in the world, and I would not be writing this NEGATIVE review (which I promised I would write). I didnt want to let you down manager. The rest of the food was good. The dining experience was not.............and TAPS is not a cheap dinner. I will not return to TAPS in Brea, California and I would not recommend TAPS to a friend.

Review №112

2023-02-26 19:33:28

Everyone was very kind and welcoming.The service was excellent.The food is very good!Definitely the best buffet Ive ever been to.

Review №113

2021-11-08 17:00:24

Sorry but I just dont understand the hype re this place. Taps came highly recommended to me by a few people. We went for dinner on a Saturday and sat at the bar. They had about 10 items for food available on the menu. Extremely limited. They were out of their Cream Wheat Beer on tap at Taps. Ok... I ordered the fish and chips and my partner ordered the burger. Fish and chips were ok but an extremely small portion for $23 with barely any fries. The burger was soggy and somewhat flavorless... We would have been better off going to Kellys in Placentia (great burger) or even a BJs for this type of food at about a 40% cheaper price. I dont think Ill ever go back. Its an overrated sports bar IMHO.

Review №114

2017-10-02 05:54:55

The food was OK, Ive had better. For an upper end restaurant I read it 3 stars. Service for party of 14 was good. After brunch a quarter of the party went to the bar where the bartender was not receptive. Did not pay attention to new people but focused on regulars. I think a rating of 3 stars is generous.

Review №115

2019-12-02 06:57:16

We have been regular customers at Taps for years! They have been consistently good, the kitchen staff works very hard and not to mention the people on the floor. Luis is our favorite server and he is always professional, takes the time to get to know our family and is consistently exceptional with customer service. You can tell everyone works hard. My favorite is their variety of seasonal fresh fish, they have by far the best Sea Bass. Ive traveled around the world and TAPS is still by far serves the best Sea bass. I like that TAPS tries to change their menu around and offer a variety for everyone. Overall worth the money.

Review №116

2017-08-03 00:15:05

Food excellent. Service was excellent.Very friendly staff. Jambalaya was really tasty. Great beer and wine selection. Wife said she could have made a meal of the Green Goddess Salad alone! Great place all around; we will be back soon.

Review №117

2023-04-16 19:47:02

It was a great experience, I felt it was a little bit of a tight space, so I was kind of uncomfortable walking to get more food but Im a big girl so thats probably just a me problem.

Review №118

2021-04-05 00:38:30

I Have to sadly say that I feel the taste of the food has come down drastically. The lobster dumplings were horrible tasted like sponge instead of lobster. The Cesar salad was whole lettuce unchopped and the Cesar dressing was more like guacamole with vinegar. It was a horrible meal, especially on a Holiday. Wont be returning.

Review №119

2021-08-23 22:10:12

Overall Decent, we miss the lunch prosciutto pizza that was on the menu pre pandemic. My wifes Bloody Mary was excellent. We both had the cioppino it was good plenty of seafood although I would like a few shrimp. Way too many onions, not what I am accustomed to in this dish. Good beer selection although no hefeweizen, pale ale or amber lager.

Review №120

2022-01-31 06:33:11

Made reservation for 6 a few days before and they gave us a 4 seater table even though the restaurant wasn’t even half full. The online menu is outdated and has less items than in actual menu. The lobster bisque is super salty. Fish n chip was good

Review №121

2022-04-29 20:23:08

Came in & and made our order. Opened the cloth napkin & the smell was of strong bacteria, like an old filthy mop oder. It made My eyes water. My silverware was rolled up in this stinking napkin. Ive never had to leave a restaurant before the food was even on the table! I can clearly still smell the foul oder on my clothes, from having that napkin on my lap. Vinnie the manager, blamed it on the cleaning service & gave me a 20 dollar gift card. You cant even buy one drink for 20 bucks there. Our order was going to be upwards of 300 bucks. No thanks to the unclean, definitely gonna get sick, taps.

Review №122

2022-07-05 22:01:55

Good food and the desserts not to mention nice selection of drinks. Definitely going back. Very much satisfied with the chocolate souffle which Im very picky. Ive sent many back. Not here perfect on the first try.

Review №123

2018-01-13 22:09:52

Best meal Ive had all year! Incredible ambiance, and nice and quiet at lunch with Sinatra playing - one classy joint!Try the filet mignon sandwich for lunch, with jumbo shrimp and pretzel appetizers. Chocolate souffle is unbelievable. Definitely going to be back!Awesome service too!

Review №124

2018-09-29 06:43:19

Ive come here for brunch and it was pretty good. Its buffet style and I enjoyed most everything and although its not something to go home and rave about, I would definately recommend it. I came for dinner tonight and had the complete opposite experience. I think for the mediocre food my entire family was served, its was over priced. The fish was overcooked, my steak was medium on one half and blue rare on the other, the king crab legs that were a whopping 60$ were over cooked and ur definately get a more generous portion at Joes crab shack for half the cost. Dessert was over all disappointing and thats where I put my foot down and sent the souffle back. Our server was very polite and our poor dinner experience is not reflected on her at all, only from what came out of the kitchen. Overall definately good beer and one of the better brunch spots but dont count on a hearty meal to sleep on.

Review №125

2021-05-04 02:46:55

Excellent customer service. Flavorful dishes. Scallops n shrimps were cooked perfectly. Cold beer n prices were reasonable. We also like the wings here.

Review №126

2013-01-28 22:50:47

Came for the Sunday brunch as was pretty happy overall. There are plenty of oysters and the prime rib was good. The best part has to be the all you can drink mimosas included with your meal though. The wait staff is hustling the whole time a do a great job clearing plates and topping off your drink. Fall to Springs are the busy season so try to hit it up in the summer and avoid holidays (mothers and fathers day).

Review №127

2016-05-13 07:33:19

Taps quality has certainly degraded over the years. I used to love coming here for their Sunday brunch and boy was that GREAT... With tons of seafood options, the great Mediterranean selection of cheese, olives, and cold cuts.. fresh baked goods and torching the creme brulee right before having it.... It was everything I wanted... Now? its over-crowded, hard to find a good spot on the patio, the food quality has gone down, and overall, not the place it once used to be.

Review №128

2017-06-27 19:19:38

Went to taps on a Sunday afternoon for their Brunch menu. Had made a reservation two days in advance for a noon timeslot. After checking in and waiting about 10 minutes we were shown to a table on the patio. Temperatures hit about 106 degrees in the sun and what felt like 90+ degrees in the shade that afternoon and eating food was completely unbearable.I could not pickup the silverware as it had been resting in the sun prior to us being seated.Waiter arranged for umbrella coverage for most of the dining area, but the restaurant should not have allowed people to be seated in the exterior in those conditions.Imagine eating raw seafood in this heat.For a $200 meal for 4 people after tips it was completely unacceptable.

Review №129

2020-06-05 23:58:59

Lovely experience, a wee bit expensive but its all good. Would totes recommend it!

Review №130

2022-02-05 05:01:37

Excellent for two on a night out. Hot summer day but a cool European evening of late night dining. This location is tops with us. During this time I want to thank all who make it possible to get out and enjoy a much appreciated past time in the open air. The staff make it possible. TY4 Feb 22 UpdateGreat to see a normal Friday no not that new normal. Taps continues to be where it left off pre pandemic. Awesome as always and the staff great as always. Shout out to Venesa our bar keep a pleasure to be served by her. Thanks for a wonderful evening.

Review №131

2018-03-05 15:52:44

On Saturday 3/3 @ 6:30 we had a birthday celebration. Two of the guests ordered steak dinners. Both of them had a long hair in their food. It spoiled an otherwise enjoyable evening. The only reason that there was no complaint at the time was they didnt want to cause a scene.

Review №132

2018-12-31 22:25:19

Taps is a nice place for dinner. The sea food is great, as is the staff service, drinks, and dessert. If you order steak, make sure to seriously specify how you want your steak done, some of the time the steaks are under cooked. Either than that, amazing place!

Review №133

2020-10-05 05:41:33

Great food and attentive staff. Ill definitely be back.

Review №134

2017-06-24 13:59:34

Had a small wedding group for an early dinner. Marshall, our waiter, took great care of us..absolutely the best service and professional demeanor ever! And yes, the selections were carefully prepared and presented. Positive comments from the entire group..

Review №135

2022-10-23 16:28:24

This was our first time eating at Taps. We ordered the seafood pasta and fish and chips...both meals were wonderful. The service was great.

Review №136

2020-09-05 15:59:40

Went to Taps Brea last Sunday for breakfast but since we didnt have a reservation they said they couldnt seat us until 3pm! This was at 9:45 in the morning for a party of 3. Not Mothers Day, not Easter, just a regular Sunday... anyway, we went to Lazy Dog - they were very welcoming with a lovely patio and awesome food! Guess Taps has so much business they can turn business away - not only did they lose a customer that day but our future business as well.

Review №137

2014-08-11 04:13:44

I went with my sister and it was a lovely dinner. We got several appetizers (including potato chips and onion dip, and artichoke). I got the boiullabaise and really enjoyed it. I would definitely go back. The valet is definitely worthwhile at only $5, with the parking around very difficult.

Review №138

2019-02-25 03:24:07

One of my favorite restaurants, they never disappoint. Ive ne er ordered anything that wasnt delicious. And the deserts are amazing. Excellent service, our server Megan was wonderful. Definitely going back

Review №139

2016-06-15 03:16:05

Try their Sunday Brunch if youre ever looking for a good place that serves bottomless mimosas. Their food selection is big and delicious. Oysters, ceviche, salmon, cheese variety and meats, and much more to pick from. Pricing is reasonable for what they have to offer. I would definitely go back again.

Review №140

2020-10-24 06:34:44

Yummy food, not sure 2 king crab legs constitutes 1.25 lbs, but still it was enough with everything else you get. Very satisfying meal and a nice atmosphere, good music, pleasant waiter gave good service.

Review №141

2020-07-03 04:58:40

I recently placed an order through Doordash from TAPS for the 1st time and I must admit I was extremely impressed by the quality and size portions! It was late and near closing when I placed my order. I chose the Filet trio and a cup of Maine lobster bisque. I expected my order to be cancelled, it wasnt. I highly recommend TAPS, they won me over!

Review №142

2020-02-23 18:25:03

We have been coming to Taps for brunch and have always loved the food. They keep making changes however and over the past 6 months we are seeing a decrease of quality. Especially with the brand of champagne they use now. It is bitter and acidic. They used to use Wycliff and it made the process of brunch worth it. Not so much any more.

Review №143

2019-03-04 02:12:15

OMG! Just had brunch here! The buffet is the BEST! Everything I ate was EXCELLENT! I dont normally write reviews but I had to for this spot. I just wanted to move in and live there lol! Im not a meat eater mostly vegetables and seafood. If you are in the mood for GREAT FOOD and a GREAT ATMOSPHERE this is definitely the place to go, you will not be disappointed!

Review №144

2020-08-25 01:05:54

We were there Sunday for a birthday celebration but the outside dining in this hot weather was quite miserable. Taps needs to do a better job to shade the customers from the sun. We were dripping with sweat.One suggestion is install some simple pull down shades on the west facing glass partitions. The umbrellas are good for blocking the direct sun from above.

Review №145

2021-05-17 16:48:08

The menu was very disappointing for lack of choices. It was very limited. We ordered some oysters too. Let say that night it made me quite sick. I rarely get sick from raw oysters but unfortunately this time it caused problems for me. Usually its because of the freshness of the oysters.

Review №146

2020-02-01 06:52:31

The Food was fantastic the drinks were incredible service by Scott was inviting and absolutely professional. This is our 1st time here for dinner . Highly recommend reservations on a Friday night . We will definitely become regulars

Review №147

2017-08-20 16:39:12

We live local, so its easy to walk to. Weve been going to Taps for years and have seen several changes over the years. Lately the service is lacking and the pricing has gone up. The menu has become trendy and more towards the, Im really search to find something I want to eat. We still enjoy Taps, but its no longer our first choice.

Review №148

2021-05-13 06:15:19

This place is awesome!! The Lobster was so delicious, and the steak melted in my mouth!! And the creme brulee is fantastic!! The atmosphere there is so nice. And the staff was impecable!! 5 stars for sure!! A must, on your to do list!!

Review №149

2021-10-08 01:43:35

Our Server Destiny was excellent, we would give her 10 stars. Food excellent, atmosphere excellent as well!! It was not crowded. Our cocktails were spot on delicious!!..Peggee Marcano

Review №150

2020-10-20 21:39:20

This place is great! Excellent food and great atmosphere. They used to also allow cigar smoking on the patio, but not since covid. The lobster roll is one of my favorites. Enjoy!

Review №151

2021-04-06 19:06:05

My daughter, wife and I stopped and had breakfast here. The smoked pork omlete with there potatoes was excellent, the loco moco was very tasty, and the huaveos rancho looked delicious. Over all it was a great experience.

Review №152

2021-11-01 16:04:36

Excellent Food and Service went there on Halloween 10/31 for brunch to celebrate my sisters Birthday it was excellent the food the atmosphere great our waitress was on point we couldnt asked for a better way to spend our sisters birthday. I will be back Excellent Restaurant

Review №153

2018-12-03 16:59:17

The beers are just OK, nothing really special. The menu items (our party of 4 came for dinner) were good and nicely plated, only a little bit expensive (jambalaya was mostly rice with bits of seafood and some sausage - $22 !). Service was very good.

Review №154

2018-01-05 18:54:02

What a fun way to end the trip! Taps was a good meal. We started with the lobster dumplings which were so good!!! Worth the splurge!!! For our main meal the boyfriend got the New York which came with asparagus and he subbed the roasted potatoes for mashed. I got the top sirloin which came with roasted potatoes and asparagus and I also ordered a side of corn. I thought our food was a solid four stars. I wish my steak was more tender. Maybe the cut is supposed to be a little tough? Both the boyfriend and I opted to not get the additional steak toppings (various sauces for various prices) so I think that may be why both our steaks were lacking a bit in flavor. I could have used some salt. The corn was also very dry but after a few bites I got used to it and it was so yummy! The boyfriend loved his meal. He devoured every bite and finished the rest of mine! To finish the meal we got the smores flambé. This is where Im incredibly impressed with our server, Jazmin. She was SLAMMED. I cant believe how many tables she had!! Yet she took the time to make our desert table-side and was so nice about it. I cant emphasize this enough about her. Even though she had easily 6-7 LARGE tables, she still took her time with our dessert, chatted with us during, and never made us feel rushed. Her entire demeanor throughout the night was just kind. She was polite, sweet, funny and really made you feel taken care of. Thanks so much Jazmin! So the desert presentation was amazing. But..oh my gosh how do you eat it?? This was my first flambé ever so I know nothing at all. Is it supposed to taste like PURE alcohol?? I couldnt eat it, every single bite tasted like a shot of rubbing alcohol. The middle part with ice cream and chocolate chips was yummy! The outside- no. Yucky. Hence the four stars. But hey, that could be the norm and Im just new to it. It was a great meal overall.Service gets 100 stars :)

Review №155

2017-08-28 05:26:03

Best Sunday brunch for your buck! Martha our waitress was amazing, such great service! Food was excellent, we had oysters, ceviche, poke, prime rib, Cheese Bar, incredible Crepe Bar, dessert bar, unlimited champagne and much more😘 yummmmmm

Review №156

2016-05-16 12:46:28

Delicious, fresh seafood and a fantastic beer selection. Great service. Parking is tough to find on your own. You may have to valet park. I had the Wild Alaskan King Salmon and it was perfectly prepared.

Review №157

2021-02-27 04:53:14

First indoor meal outside home in over a yr. family absolutely enjoyed our dinner comfortably in a booth. plan to b back every Friday this lent season. service frm staff was super friendly and fast

Review №158

2019-09-25 18:30:44

Ive been coming to taps since its inception and the word I would use to describe taps is inconsistent. Sometimes meals are cooked and seasoned to perfection and other times theyve just been terrible. The staff has always always been great, but for an upscale restaurant I feel like they have cooks and not a competant chef.

Review №159

2019-05-20 21:59:49

This place had amazing food, great customer service. Very clean and neat. The ambience was very nice and cozy. Ive recommended several of my friends to go there. Cant wait to go back.

Review №160

2022-06-06 01:40:49

Sunday ayce brunch with unlimited mimosas are excellent. Make a reservation though as theyre pretty much booked up every Sunday. Service was excellent 👍

Review №161

2015-12-17 18:34:35

Went here after a show at the improv. They were much less crowded than the Yard House. Its a very nice, clean, modern place, & the staff was efficient & courteous. Lots of great beer & drink options, as well as a nice diverse menu.

Review №162

2014-02-05 01:50:33

Eat and drink there often. Decent food, a bit pricey, but love the atmosphere. The beers are what I come for mainly. Patio is great for smokers, too. Not too many places left that offer a smoking patio. Brunch is overpriced by a long shot, but happy hour menu and some dinner items not too badly priced.

Review №163

2017-07-24 23:25:26

Always love this place. Great good and service. Kids menu was awesome. Grilled salmon, mashed potatoes and broccoli with crudite plate and ice cream all for $10. I love real food for kids!! Please everyone stop with the nuggets and mac and cheese.

Review №164

2018-10-28 02:00:47

The food was great and fairly priced. The servers were extremely understanding and accommodating for food allergies. Portions are fantastic especially the shrimp and scallop cocktail.

Review №165

2022-10-31 05:08:07

Consistently good and priced well.

Review №166

2012-07-03 16:37:24

Absolutely awesome place for lunch with Clients, date night, dinner with friends, or just drinks. Food is great, atmosphere is great, there is a large bar area and a large out-door patio where you can always find a seat. Never had a bad experience here.

Review №167

2023-04-08 23:52:30

Horrible service. Waited 45 minutes for our food. Fish and Chips and Fish Sandwich. Two people in our party in an almost empty restaurant at 3:30pm. Wont be back

Review №168

2014-02-17 03:49:50

Stopped here by chance while driving through Corona. We loved it! I had the crab salad on winter melon. Delicious! Quality beers also. Drunken mahi mahi was a little spicy for me but my husband loved it. Wish we had one near us.

Review №169

2019-04-28 06:25:15

Good beer and decent seafood. Limited selection for those that dont like seafood, but it is a fish house. My all around favorite is the rainbow trout. Dont forget to start with some Oysters Rockefeller!

Review №170

2023-01-26 17:07:35

Unfortunately we were never seated. We did not have a reservation so we waited an hour. We sat there watching the host immediately seat people without reservations. This place will not get my hard earned money.

Review №171

2019-12-21 05:04:38

Came here for my bfs work xmas party, amazing food and amazing service. Our server was Sarahmae was amazing. She is so nice and served us in a timely manner. Will definitely come back. Sarahmae deserves a raise. She was so sweet and always had a smile on her face. (:

Review №172

2022-02-18 12:29:15

Very disappointed in the lack of service. The prices were very high for such small portions. I wouldnt go back. The server or restaurant automatically added a very big tip . Only 4 of us .

Review №173

2018-02-12 03:37:53

Excellent customer service. Our server was awesome. All the other servers were very friendly. The food was fantastic and so are the drinks. They all the ambience and presentation was very impressive.

Review №174

2016-01-01 01:00:28

An excellent brewery and fish house. may I suggest their happy hour specials? 2-7pm weekdays, and you get $5.50 anything on tap, and $7 appetizers. if you opt for the regular menu, try to make reservations

Review №175

2017-01-29 20:19:27

Went for Sunday brunch, had an excellent time. The food is extraordinary. The service, such wonderful, friendly, and they will mingle with you! Awesome place if you want good food, drinks, TAPS is the place !!!

Review №176

2020-02-29 02:41:13

Food was great, service by Luis was even better!!

Review №177

2017-12-26 19:44:17

They have a really good brunch. The beer is pretty good too. Top shelf clam chowder...the Chef hooked it up in a bread bowl even though they werent on the menu that day.

Review №178

2021-11-14 01:17:23

Food is great! Service is lacking. Hostesses are not the best, but if you can over look it, you will enjoy a great meal.

Review №179

2017-06-02 20:07:36

I was a regular customer at taps at least once a week. Their burgers are heavenly. But lately thier parking situation is a total turn off. They have turned their parking into a valet parking and if you dont want to valet then good luck.

Review №180

2016-05-06 19:02:37

Pricey, but fish is good quality here. Went for ayce brunch and mimosa buffet. Any place with bottomless mimosas are a ok in my book, and by noon they turn to topless mimosas. Just ask me and Ill do anything.

Review №181

2021-03-21 23:21:35

Great beer but the food is mediocre. I like the setting, pretty chill to just hang out. Staff was ok. Would come here for beer and Ill give the food another chance some other day.

Review №182

2021-04-01 00:15:17

Stopped here after finding a beautiful wedding dress across the way. Love the bartenders! Get the baked charbroiled oysters!!! Wow! Thank you Taps for a great cap to a wonderful day!

Review №183

2017-06-11 00:58:13

Surprisingly good food. Great cocktails, and great booze selection. The lobster bisque was too salty, and the blatt sandwich was too big. Generally the food portions are too large.

Review №184

2011-10-04 00:24:54

Beer sampler available, see photo. $2 per 4oz glass. As many and different as wanted. Large screen TVs to watch games. Courteous & helpful wait staff. Can smoke on patio without buying anything, recommend leaving tip for wait staff as they check if you need anything.

Review №185

2017-06-20 04:55:49

Candace the young lady that served was awesome. Pork chops were awesome chapino was fair scallops were over cooked and fishy. Beer was above average. Price was typical Orange County..

Review №186

2014-01-02 20:52:55

Dec.31, 2013 group of 4 adults 1 child 2 babies. special menu for the night and we had no choice. we ordered 4 adult meal and 1 child menu. My quest pointed ribs for the entre and he ended up getting a prime rib with 20 buck extra (85 dollars). Manager said oh sorry, that it. His wife and myself had mahi-mahi fish entre and not impressed at all.....greasy, rice was not well cooked plus 2 Mexican 1-bit tacos with some crushed shrimp and vegi for about 70 bucks. My wife ordered pork and half of the chop was fat. My boy got a piece of grill chicken with some broccoli for 48 dollars. I tasted was like directly out of Costco Tyson chicken breast. No liquor, just 2 cups of bears. Total bill came out about 398 + dollars.........PRICY .......... NOT RECOMMENDATED !!!

Review №187

2018-11-05 11:59:19

Our reservation was for 11am and as soon as we arrived we were ushered to sit outside. We didnt want to sit outside and for the two we were there we had to fight the Sun and Flies. Overall, our experience we not good and we will not be going to Taps for long long time.

Review №188

2018-05-31 22:45:22

Brian was a wonderful server. The food was absolutely tasty, and will present it. The atmosphere was calm and welcoming. I hope to return soon for an evening meal.

Review №189

2021-02-14 00:35:54

Great service and food. If you saved room for dessert, have the chocolate souffle and add on the fresh Barrys with ice cream. Omg, so good. Best

Review №190

2015-12-28 00:31:33

A true 5 star eatery in Brea. Great fish and chops. Inventive menu selections. Outstanding service in the bar. Treat yourself to fine dining and fine libation. I recommend highly.

Review №191

2017-01-30 19:59:52

My father recently passed away and my family made a reservation for a gathering for family and friends. We were told a $500.00 deposit was required and that was all. TAPS came back with a contract saying that in addition to $500.00, they required a fee of $28.00 per person. It was bait and switch and gouge. We cancelled the reservation. I am appalled at how my family was treated when our loved one just died.

Review №192

2021-09-15 16:56:53

An Awesome place to have Dinner! We dined at the Bar area watching the Dodgers game. Excellent service and the food was Delicious! Highly recommend!👍😉

Review №193

2021-07-19 05:08:05

Service at the bar was ok. Food was acceptable. Drinks were good. And the fact that they forgot to charge me for a double shot of 4Roses kicked this review up a star.

Review №194

2018-11-25 22:44:59

Michael Garcia. Michael Garcia. Michael Garcia. Michael is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!! This was my very first time at TAPS and I gotta say I am telling all my family and friends about brunch. Michael was so attentive, accommodating, and just overall AMAZING. The food was DELICIOUS. Oysters, clam chowder, carnitas, brisket, eggs Benedict, 2 chocolate fountains, and soooo MUCH MORE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Review №195

2020-07-02 09:12:37

Great food for a fair price. The beer is superb and the service is outstanding. Large outdoor patio with heaters if you need them. A-1

Review №196

2019-12-22 15:09:23

Nice atmosphere. I was expecting a pub vibe from the appearance; but with the prices and quality of everything on the menu, its totally an expensive dinner. Nothing wrong with that, food and drinks are on point.

Review №197

2015-06-26 06:09:38

Great place for beer and fresh oysters. I like their oysters. The seafood pasta was just OK. The service was good. It was a little bit pricy, but a good place for a nice dinner.

Review №198

2017-11-11 04:35:26

Fantastic Happy Hour! The filet mignon sliders with parsley fries is delicious! My husband tried a flight of 5 beers. I had a Hefiwiesen. We also tried the grilled artichoke .

Review №199

2022-04-03 01:14:41

Classic case of we dont have any tables available and the restaurant is literally 70% empty. Place was dead, as was the service. Even our friend that bragged about this place and brought us here was super disappointed and embarrassed. We had a beer and left.