Vita Bar — Restaurant in Garden Grove

Charcuterie Platter ($15) is from TusCA and includes salami, coppa, prosciutto, burrata, fontina, brie, whole grain mustard, pickles, fig jam, and honey comb. Brie and burrata pair nicely with the honey comb and fig jam. The cured meats have an earthy aroma with a luxurious melt-in-your-mouth texture. The platter pairs well with the OC Brew House Blonde. Rating: 5/5

OC Brew House Blonde by Golden Road Brewery ($6.75) is a clean and crisp blonde ale brewed especially for OC Bew House (4.8% ABV, 25 IBU). Tasting notes: Easy drinking; light, clean, and crisp; subtle hoppy flavor. It doesn't lose any of its flavor when paired with the Charcuterie platter nor does it interfere with the hearty flavors of the meats and cheeses. Rating: 4.5/5

Blackened Skuna Bay Salmon Sandwich ($18) is topped with chipotle aioli and cole slaw atop a brioche bun and served with sweet potato fries. The salmon is succulent and tender. The blackened Cajun flavor works well with the salmon for a spicy kick without being overpowering. The brioche bun is buttery with a soft interior but is still sturdy enough to stand up to all the juices cascading from the sandwich elements. Try pairing with the Karl Straus Amber. Rating: 4.5/5

Karl Strauss Amber ($7) is made with Munich Malts and Cascade Hops with Karl Strauss' proprietary yeast to create an exceptionally smooth Session Amber Ale (4.5 ABV, 18 IBU). Tasting notes: Heavier than most reds; Pairs well with the Blackened Skuna Bay Salmon Sandwich. It plays off of the Cajun flavor of the salmon and the sweet potato fries balances out the slight bitterness of the beer. Rating: 4.5/5

Stout Braised Brisket Sandwich ($16) is made with Belching Beaver Stout braised brisket, peppers, onions, horseradish cream, and provolone served atop a French baguette with green bean fries. If the West Coast had an official version of a cheesesteak sandwich, this would be it. The brisket is tender and has all the rich beefy flavor of braised short rib. The stout adds a rich, toasted coffee flavor to the mix. Ask for lots of napkins as this sandwich is a hot mess of deliciousness. It could probably use more bell peppers and onions to enhance the flavor contrasts. The baguette holds up well to the juicy meat and sauce. The green bean fries are amazing - crispy on the outside and sweet on the inside. Definitely pair this with the Belching Beaver Brewery's Beaver's Milk. Rating: 4.7/5

Belching Beaver Brewery Beaver's Milk ($7) is a frothy and silky milk stout with strong notes of coffee (5.3% ABV, 30 IBU). Tasting notes: Herbaceous; big bites on the front and back of the palate; roasted coffee notes on the back end; pairs well with the Stout Braised Brisket Sandwich as it smooths out the flavor in the beer. Rating: 4/5

Fish & Chips ($14.50) is Hangar 24 Orange Wheat beer batter cod served with house made tartar sauce. The batter is almost hush puppy-like. It could be a tad lighter for a crispier texture. The beer infusion adds a slight sweetness to the succulent fish inside. The fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This pairs well with Hangar 24 Orange Wheat. Rating: 3.8/5

Hangar 24 Orange Wheat ($7) is crisp and tangy, and refreshing and uses local oranges in this wheat ale to give each drinker a fresh-off-the-grove experience (4.6% ABV, 17 IBU). Tasting notes: Fruity, citrus notes pair well with the fish. Citrus flavor permeates through the palate. This would also pair nicely with a summer salad littered with berries or other fruit....

This is another nice place that very few people know about. Located in the lobby of the Hyatt on hotel row at the corner of Harbor and Chapman. The decor and atmosphere are definitely top-notch. This Hyatt is a beautifully designed hotel. O. C. Brewhouse is a full bar and also offers a nice selection of food. I can recommend a glass of O. C. Blonde Ale. It is an excellent glass of beer and is served well-chilled as are all their beers. For you guys that are looking for a nice place to bring your date for an evening cocktail, feel free to bring her here. I can't imagine any woman not being impressed with the atmosphere of the Hyatt. When you park in the lot, be sure to bring your parking ticket with you. Ask your bartender to validate your parking stub. That way when you leave, you will not be charged and you can park for free. Next time I stop in, I plan on sampling the bar food. I have no doubt that it will be just as good...

Located inside the Hyatt Hotel lobby. Came here twice while staying at the hotel. First night a nice woman helped us and she was very attentive. The drinks were ok and the food was nothing special. Pork tacos had minimal flavor just like the burger. On the third night, I came down and waited every bit of 15mins to order a drink. The male server acknowledged being there and saying 'I'll be right there". Granted, he was nice- although seemed way too overwhelmed for the few people that were there. Mean while it seemed the manager or lead wasn't doing their job and the bartenders were not that overwhelmed with drinks- as I was watching the bartenders drink printer. Ordered an Old fashioned- which had far too much bitters and ruined the bourbon. Also ordered the truffle fries and for the price, definitely not worth it at all. Overall, the ease of being in the lobby is nice. However, I'd probably plan another place near by in...