The Cheesecake Factory

Lynn Murphy

I recently dined at The Cheesecake Factory in Irvine, and it was a delightful experience! 🌟

We tried the famous Chicken Madeira, which was perfectly tender and came with a side of garlic mashed potatoes. The standout, though, was the original cheesecake - rich and creamy with a graham cracker crust that just melts in your mouth!

The atmosphere was cozy and casual, ideal for families and friends alike. Plus, the extensive drink menu, including great cocktails and a solid beer selection, made it even more enjoyable.

Highly recommend for a sweet treat after a meal! 🍰✨

Delicious Bites and Friendly Service at The Cheesecake Factory The Cheesecake Factory at Irvine Spectrum Centre offers a delightful dining experience with a mix of hits and misses. 🍹 Drinks: While the drinks were normal, the standout feature was the friendly and welcoming customer service.
Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and engaged us in conversation, enhancing our overall experience. 🥑 Avocado Roll: The avocado roll was a highlight of our meal—delicious and fresh, it left us craving more. 🍤 Shrimp Taco: However, the shrimp taco fell short of expectations and was not enjoyable. 🧼 Cleanliness: On a positive note, the location was very clean, adding to the pleasant dining environment. Overall, The Cheesecake Factory offers tasty bites and exceptional service, making it a great choice for a meal out.
While there may be some misses on the menu, the welcoming atmosphere and delicious dishes like the avocado roll make it worth a visit.

Owner response

My friends and I decided to have Saturday night dinner at The Cheesecake Factory, and the place was bustling with a crowd.
Being located in a plaza, parking was plentiful around the area with free parking garages.
Despite the busy atmosphere, we faced a 30-45 minute wait time, which was longer than usual. The wait staff who initially showed us to a table near the restroom wasn't quite friendly when we opted for a different spot.
Understandably, it was a busy hour, but after waiting for 45 minutes, we preferred not to sit near a high-traffic area.
Once seated at a comfortable spot, our server was very friendly. The restaurant boasts a good ambiance and seating capacity, both indoors and outdoors.
We were served the classic bread basket with sourdough and brown bread.
While the brown bread was the better choice, the second serving was delayed due to the kitchen not baking new batches promptly. We enjoyed a couple of drinks, with the Mai Tai and whisky smash being our favorites, though the Mai Tai could've been better.
For appetizers, we ordered avocado egg rolls and cheesy nacho fiestas with chicken.
The avocado egg rolls were tasty, especially with the dipping sauce.
However, the nacho fiesta fell short, with one portion being cold and lacking in chicken quantity. Moving on to mains, we ordered jambalaya, chicken Madeira, Diane steak, and shrimp pasta.
The jambalaya and steak were enjoyable, but the chicken Madeira was dry and overly salty.
The shrimp noodles were undercooked, prompting us to return it, which the server handled with understanding. We wrapped up our dinner with some cheese cakes, the Godiva cheesecake, which was good, but the chocolate flavor dominated the cheesecake.
However, the original cheesecake and dulce de leche cheesecake were exceptional. Overall, if you're craving cheesecake and looking for a semi-fine dining experience, this place is worth a visit.

Owner response

I came to the Cheesecake Factory for the second time and I have to say, they really know how to make a delicious burger! I ordered the Old Fashion Hamburger with a side salad and my husband ordered the Americano burger with fries.
Both dishes were fantastic. The Old Fashion Hamburger was juicy and incredibly tasty, and the salad was fresh and light.
My husband's Americano burger was cooked to perfection, and the fries were crispy and delicious.
Everything tasted amazing, and the service we received was friendly and quick. If you're a burger lover, you have to try these burgers! I will definitely be returning for more!

Owner response