TiNa
I had such a beautiful experience at CDM Restaurant in Corona Del Mar. The atmosphere is stylish yet relaxed, with the perfect coastal vibe that makes you feel like you’re on a mini getaway. The service was warm, attentive, and professional from start to finish.
The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really taste the quality in every bite. Whether you’re going for a date night, girls’ night, or just a special dinner, this place is such a great choice.
Highly recommend if you’re in the Corona Del Mar area and looking for amazing food and a lovely ambiance. Can’t wait to go back ✨
… moreDayna Halley
Intimate restaurant with excellent food and drinks with superb service. We started the night with a Bell’s martini and a Sam’s old fashioned. Both very well balanced and fun. The ice cubes in the old fashion are very unique. I’m usually not a bread person but couldn’t help but enjoy the perfectly fresh baked bread. A bit crispy on the outside and soft and warm on the inside. A definite must. For our main course we ordered the ribeye steak sliced and shared the brussel sprouts and mushrooms with our friends. And ended our meal with the best dessert I’ve had in a while… strawberry tart. Perfectly sweetened by the berries and not added sugar. We will definitely be back to sample more of their menu. Cheers
… moreKHAIE
I love the vibe of this place! This was my second time dining at CDM, and I have to say the food, drinks, and service remain consistent. We had Mia as our server, and she more than delivered.
We made it just in time for HH which got us some pretty good deals on cocktails and appetizers. We started with the Cauliflower Hummus and Pita Bread it is simple, but so creamy and flavorful. I loved everything about it. The Charred Octopus with roasted potatoes was also perfectly cooked to my liking. For mains, I went with the Black Tiger Shrimp + Linguine. It was delicious, but sadly I didn’t finish it (I don’t eat pasta often but indulge every now and then just took the rest home). My boyfriend ordered the CDM Fancy Pizza and finished the whole thing so I’ll let that speak for itself. Lol.
We tried a few cocktails their Sam’s Old Fashioned, the Blood Orange Sour, plus a glass of wine. For dessert, we ordered the Corn Madeleines this is our second time getting them and honestly, they’ve become our favorite.
Overall, a great experience once again. Mia truly made it even better! She was juggling a lot but still made sure we were well taken care of. Thank you Mia and CDM! We’ll definitely be back.
… moreTolegen Baitukenov
Great place overall, but it’s not really suitable for kids (just in case you’re planning to bring them). It’s perfect for a romantic date or a fancy party
… moreVedanth Basappa
The food was really good paired with awesome service. They had an excellent drink menu. The cocktails we tried were really good.
… moreKimmie Nguyen
Great decor, atmosphere. Customer service was exceptional. Loved the drinks. Food was delicious- try the rolls and apps. Loved that they even wrote a personalized card for the birthday boy from the whole staff.
… moreSamsungGal
Welcoming and prompt service! The food came out extremely quick. Sometimes, staff could be too eager and take plates away when we are still working on it. They’re just being proactive, but it can be disruptive to the meal. It’s not a bad thing, but dialing back would be appreciated. Overall, it was a great evening with well-made dishes. Ambiance was lovely. Wednesdays is wine night, which means 50% off wines by the glass and wine bottles! Go on Wednesdays! I will surely come back someday!
Valet parking is $7 behind the restaurant.
… moreNelly Vickroy
My husband and I save this restaurant for special occasions, but somehow we always end up with the same server… Ruby. And unfortunately, she always makes our experience be less than special.
She checks on every other single table, but ours, which I can tell is on purpose. When we asked if we could put another round of drinks she said no because our drinks were not done, not sure what difference that makes, especially when the food and drinks were taking forever to come out.
Food and drinks were good as always. I just wish the service matched the food quality.
… moreLiz Saldana
I made reservations at this restaurant to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary since we were staying at the VEA. It was close and the only restaurant that caught my attention. And kind of nerve wrecking to just pick out a restaurant without having been there before. We were hoping to have a romantic experience and mainly delicious food. First impressions, the inside is very beautiful. Unfortunately they gave us a high top table and my husband was uncomfortable on the stool. That aside, the food is amazing. It didn’t disappoint. The drinks were great. My favorite was the octopus appetizer. My steak was cooked a well done even though I asked for medium. They corrected that mistake which we had to wait and meanwhile my husbands dish was getting cold. We did mention it was our anniversary since the beginning. I was hoping they would bring a little dessert that said Happy Anniversary to make up for the mishap. Nothing was offered. Yet the couple on the side got a birthday cupcake. Just saying.
… moreNikki R
Somehow this was our first time dining at CdM and it most definitely will not be our last. Everyone we interacted with was super friendly and nice. The valet attendant is hilarious! Due to making the reservation day of we had to take an outside seating option. We got to see the inside dining area as we checked in with the hostess and will make sure next time to reserve in advance to be inside. Such great ambiance! Very inviting.
Our server (unfortunately cannot remember his name) was extremely helpful with the menu. We started with the strawberry beet salad that was fresh and delicious. The vibe check is my favorite cocktail from this restaurant group. It is so light and not too sweet. Simply perfection! I was torn between chicken piccata and cacio e pepe and he suggested I get the pasta as the side for the chicken piccata. What a great idea! I honestly couldn’t decide which was my favorite. Both are amazingly flavored dishes. The tomato salad it comes with is such a fresh addition as well. My husband got the skirt steak charred medium rare and it arrived perfectly cooked to his picky expectations. He was beyond happy! Apparently the chef was cooking the steaks so we hope it is as good next time. The mac and cheese is also super cheesy with a nice smoky flavor.
We were too full for dessert but will make sure to make room next time. I must try the strawberry rhubarb tart. Thank you CdM for providing the perfect date night. We will be back!
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