The Recess Room

Welcome to The Recess Room, a hidden gem in Fountain Valley, California, offering a unique blend of New American cuisine, gastropub vibes, and craft cocktails. This trendy hotspot is not your average dining experience, with a plethora of amenities that cater to various dietary preferences and needs.

From the moment you step inside, you'll be immersed in a cool, casual ambiance with hipster touches and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu at The Recess Room is constantly evolving, ensuring you always have something new and exciting to try. Whether you're a pescatarian, vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking for a delicious meal, this place has something for everyone.

Customer reviews rave about the delightful dishes, such as the Bone Marrow Mac & Cheese, Brussel Sprouts, Drunken Mussels, Truffle Fries, and Almond Crusted Salmon. The innovative cocktails like the Reconstructed Destination Drink are also a must-try for any cocktail enthusiast.

With amenities like outdoor seating, a full bar, private dining options, and even drive-thru service, The Recess Room has thought of everything to make your experience memorable. The attentive staff and comfortable surroundings make it a perfect spot for a night out with friends or a special dinner with loved ones.

If you're looking for a new culinary adventure in the Fountain Valley area, make sure to check out The Recess Room. This Asian-owned establishment is sure to exceed your expectations and leave you coming back for more.

  • Category: New American, Gastropubs, Cocktail Bars
  • Location: 18380 Brookhurst St Fountain Valley, CA 92708
  • Phone Number: (714) 377-0398

The Recess Room Menu

Location

Address: 18380 Brookhurst St Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone: (714) 377-0398

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE Closed
WED 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRI 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
SAT 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
SUN Closed

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Walk-ins Welcome
    Yes
  • Pescatarian Options
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    No
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Hipster, Casual, Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Best nights on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Smoking Outside Only
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Asian-owned
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Not Good For Dancing
    No
  • Pool Table
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Bike Parking
    No

Last Reviews

  • Author: Adlemi H.

    08 July 2023

    It is a cute trendy dinner place in Fountain Valley with yummy dishes that change every now and then on the menu! The ambiance is nice and calm . We tried: - Bone Marrow Mac & Cheese - Brussel Sprouts & Reconstructed Destination Drink (Gin, Passionfruit Liquor, Lime & Honey) - Drunken Mussels - Truffle Fries - Almond Crusted Salmon

  • Author: Yulian D.

    08 April 2023

    Calling all Yelp members! The Recess Room is one of the hidden gems of Huntington Beach and they will be closing soon. If you haven't tried this place, I suggest you do it now. The staff here treats you with the utmost respect and the food they dish out is comparable to some of the best tapas / small dishes restaurants out there. It seemed weird that we were seated right away and almost all the tables were empty tonight. So I asked the server why the empty seats? That's when he told me that the owner have sold the establishment and that they're on their last leg. We ordered the jumbo tiger shrimp cocktail, beet salad, salmon almandine, steak frites and chicken liver toast. Everything came quick and everything was delicious - if I had to nitpick, my steak tasted a tad over cooked; just a difference between medium rare and medium. But the fries the steak comes with makes up for it. All in all, dinner cost just a dollar under $100 which is a great deal considering the variety and amount of food we got. If you've always been on the fence about trying The Recess Room, do it now or you'll forever regret it. Best of luck and can't wait to see what will replace this place!

  • Author: andrea s.

    19 February 2023

    We had dinner here last night. The vibe was cool with wood on the ceilings and industrial lights throughout. Katie was our server and she greeted us with a smile. She gave us time to look over the menu prior to ordering which was nice since we were busy talking to one another and didn't know what drinks to start with. My friend and I ordered the Reconstructed destination which had a nice flavor and was not overly sweet. My husband enjoyed the RR old Fashioned. For appetizers we started with the Thai curried mussels and Gambas Al Ajillo (tiger shrimp) the flavor was delicious with both. We ordered a side of rote bread to dip in the sauce and it arrived hot and doughy which was delish! For dinner we ordered the shrimp garlic noodles, steak frites and salmon almondine. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the almond gave it a nice crunch. Garlic noodles are always a win, and the steak was juicy and delicious! They were out of the fluffier butter so we opted for the cereal crème brûlée which was yummy but super sweet. Management rocks and we always have a great time here!!!

  • Author: Jean Y.

    05 December 2022

    Tony with his MBA friends and family FIrst time outing after surgery Grateful! Happy! 10/20/2022 Pre birthday celebration!

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