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Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 16129 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone: (714) 277-4046
Website: https://www.iniristorante.com/
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Ini Ristorante features Japanese-inspired Italian cuisine produced by Kei Concepts’ Chef Viet Nguyen and his diversely talented culinary team.
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Reviews
Betty Jones
Came here for lunch on a Friday afternoon. There was no wait. It wasn’t crowded. The inside is really pretty! There’s a tree in the middle of the restaurant which was cool!!!
The waiter was super friendly. The food was great.
The calamari appetizer had so much. It was like never ending lol.
The beef carpaccio was so delicious omg wow. I am shocked at how delicious it is!
We also got a seafood poke pizza, which sounded super interesting. The first bite was a little weird but the more I ate it, the better tasting it became. I was actually really surprised at how delicious it got! Lolol.
It is pricy here but the food is delicious and I would recommend if you’re in the mood for something out of the ordinary!
… moreThe waiter was super friendly. The food was great.
The calamari appetizer had so much. It was like never ending lol.
The beef carpaccio was so delicious omg wow. I am shocked at how delicious it is!
We also got a seafood poke pizza, which sounded super interesting. The first bite was a little weird but the more I ate it, the better tasting it became. I was actually really surprised at how delicious it got! Lolol.
It is pricy here but the food is delicious and I would recommend if you’re in the mood for something out of the ordinary!
Yuri Jo
A favorite in OC for all the best reasons : top service, delicious and fresh food , and cute interiors. Everytime I visit, it’s busy and the food is consistently amazing – also love the seasonal rotating dishes.
Mentaiko pizza and miso carbonara are my two favorite dishes! The fruit salads are always a great appetizer , and the truffle cheese bread is loaded with different cheeses and honey.
… moreMentaiko pizza and miso carbonara are my two favorite dishes! The fruit salads are always a great appetizer , and the truffle cheese bread is loaded with different cheeses and honey.
BT Feng
A truly 10/10 dining experience. The wagyu beef appetizer completely changed my opinion on raw meat! Ea h dish was beautifully balanced and full of flavor. We did notice a small piece of plastic in our noodle dishes, but the staff handled the situation professionally.They immediately offered a replacement. Since we were still enjoying the pizza which I forgot to photo of 🙁 they instead treated us a dessert on the house. We tried the yuzu sorbet, a very refreshing, and the perfect ending to the meal. I can’t recall the exact name of the ‘purple drink’ but it was a coconut taro ale. If you like taro or ube flavors, please try it!
… moreCinthia T
I’ve always been a fan of Kei Concepts and have been consistently impressed with most of their restaurant chains, from food quality to service. Unfortunately, our experience at Ini did not meet those same standards.
We came for lunch with our family, and while the food itself was good, the service was lacking. After waiting to be seated, it took quite some time before anyone brought us menus. We also had to track down our server in order to place our food order.
As parents of a child with life threatening food allergies, service and communication are especially important to us. When we asked whether certain drinks were safe for our son, the response we received was simply, “It should be.” That level of uncertainty is concerning. At other Kei Concepts restaurants, staff usually ask proactively about food allergies and communicate clearly with the kitchen, which gives us confidence and peace of mind. Unfortunately, that was not the case here, and it felt as though Ini may train their staff differently.
Overall, while the food was good, it was not exceptional enough to overlook the lack of attentive and knowledgeable service. Service plays a major role in the overall dining experience, and in this case, it fell short.
… moreWe came for lunch with our family, and while the food itself was good, the service was lacking. After waiting to be seated, it took quite some time before anyone brought us menus. We also had to track down our server in order to place our food order.
As parents of a child with life threatening food allergies, service and communication are especially important to us. When we asked whether certain drinks were safe for our son, the response we received was simply, “It should be.” That level of uncertainty is concerning. At other Kei Concepts restaurants, staff usually ask proactively about food allergies and communicate clearly with the kitchen, which gives us confidence and peace of mind. Unfortunately, that was not the case here, and it felt as though Ini may train their staff differently.
Overall, while the food was good, it was not exceptional enough to overlook the lack of attentive and knowledgeable service. Service plays a major role in the overall dining experience, and in this case, it fell short.
Maria Gomez
A restaurant with yummy food and decent atmosphere, INI is a nice option for a date or a small family gathering. Happy hour will get you a small discount on some items, which is appreciated considering the price point of items if you want to have more than just an entree each person.
Pepperoni Pizza 3/5
Out of all items consumed, this was decent, but nothing to rave about. Compared to other restaurants, it doesn’t stack highly. But it is inoffensive
Spicy Miso Carbonara 5/5
Well balanced flavor. The spice level isn’t overpowering, but is enough to complement your dish. The egg and noodles were cooked well, would recommend.
Truffle Cheese Bread 4/5
The cheeses used made the dish quite tasty and filling, though it does not taste much of truffle. For $16, I would not get every single time I come over, but it is worth a try.
Overall, INI was quite inviting. The server we had was kind and very attentive, and the food was tasty, making the cost feel more worth it than at other restaurants of similar price point.
… morePepperoni Pizza 3/5
Out of all items consumed, this was decent, but nothing to rave about. Compared to other restaurants, it doesn’t stack highly. But it is inoffensive
Spicy Miso Carbonara 5/5
Well balanced flavor. The spice level isn’t overpowering, but is enough to complement your dish. The egg and noodles were cooked well, would recommend.
Truffle Cheese Bread 4/5
The cheeses used made the dish quite tasty and filling, though it does not taste much of truffle. For $16, I would not get every single time I come over, but it is worth a try.
Overall, INI was quite inviting. The server we had was kind and very attentive, and the food was tasty, making the cost feel more worth it than at other restaurants of similar price point.
Roku LR
Had a lovely lunch with my girls and the food was amazing!! The truffle cheese bread is so so yummy. We also tried the shrimp rigatoni, the carbonara and chicken katsu then ended with the dessert—matcha cremeux. Our server was wonderful as well. He was very friendly and attentive. I don’t recall his name but our receipt says Bryant, so maybe that was it. Overall a great vibe for a gathering with friends and family.
… moreJenny L.
Dropped by INI Ristorante, one of the Kei Concepts spots in Fountain Valley Town Center. It got a Happy Hour from 2–5PM with small plates around $8–$12, kind of like their sister restaurants. The menu’s shorter during lunch and happy hour, but we picked a few things to try anyway.
*Calamari Fritti $10
Tiny crispy rings, simple but actually pretty good.
*Caesar Salad $10
Nothing fancy, standard Caesar, smaller portion but fresh.
*Pepperoni Pizza $12
So salty it made me chug water nonstop. Wouldn’t order this again.
*Pistachio Cannoli $8
Now this was the winner. The pistachio cream was rich, nutty, and full of flavor. I’d come back just for this dessert.
Service was great and staff was friendly.
Fun fact: their sister restaurants VOX Kitchen, ROL Hand Roll Bar, and KIN Craft Ramen & Izakaya are all in the same plaza. NEP Cafe and Kei Coffee House are close by and only SUP Noodle Bar is a bit farther from Kei’s Fountain Valley hub.
INI Ristorante (Fountain Valley Town Center)
16129 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
… more*Calamari Fritti $10
Tiny crispy rings, simple but actually pretty good.
*Caesar Salad $10
Nothing fancy, standard Caesar, smaller portion but fresh.
*Pepperoni Pizza $12
So salty it made me chug water nonstop. Wouldn’t order this again.
*Pistachio Cannoli $8
Now this was the winner. The pistachio cream was rich, nutty, and full of flavor. I’d come back just for this dessert.
Service was great and staff was friendly.
Fun fact: their sister restaurants VOX Kitchen, ROL Hand Roll Bar, and KIN Craft Ramen & Izakaya are all in the same plaza. NEP Cafe and Kei Coffee House are close by and only SUP Noodle Bar is a bit farther from Kei’s Fountain Valley hub.
INI Ristorante (Fountain Valley Town Center)
16129 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Wendy L
INI Ristorante is everything I would expect KEI Concepts to deliver: delicious food, aesthetically-pleasing environment, amazing customer service, tasteful decor, pleasant atmosphere, and a memorable dining experience.
INI’s take on Japanese meets Italian cuisine is executed beautifully. The harmony between these different cuisines complement one another.
Our party ordered a variety of items so that we can taste a little of everything. Here is a list of all the food we ordered:
* TRUFFLE CHEESE BREAD – Absolutely exquisite! The combination of honey, truffles, ricotta cheese, mozzarella with fluffy bread was an unexpected surprise. It was great without the honey and even better once you add the honey! You MUST order this!
* CALAMARI FRITTI – This was good but it wasn’t my favorite. It’s a typical fried calamari. What I liked more were the dressed arugula that came with this appetizer.
* CAVATELLI ALLA NORCINA – When I saw this, I had to have it because it’s my favorite dish from Bestia in LA. The truffle butter mixed with Parmesan and sausage made for an unctuous bite. It was savory and comforting at the same time.
* SPICY MISO CARBONARA – I don’t usually care for carbonara but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The spicy miso cream enhanced the usually-boring udon noodles. The egg yolks lended a creamier texture. With the added shiitake mushrooms and bacon, it gave a natural umami flavor that made me enjoy slurping the noodles.
* TRUFFLE FUNGHI PIZZA – I love a great mushroom pizza and this was really good. It would be better if the arugula wasn’t so dry. It needed to be dressed the same as the arugula that came with the calamari IMO.
Other things to note:
* PARKING around the perimeter of the restaurant is limited but there are plenty of parking spots in the same plaza.
* MOUTHWASH available in the restrooms, just like they have at VOX Kitchen.
* SPACIOUS LAYOUT means there’s mobility space for walkers, wheelchairs, and strollers.
Overall, I enjoyed everything about INI Ristorante and would gladly recommend this restaurant for group outings, celebrations for family or friends, and even solo dining or take out.
… moreINI’s take on Japanese meets Italian cuisine is executed beautifully. The harmony between these different cuisines complement one another.
Our party ordered a variety of items so that we can taste a little of everything. Here is a list of all the food we ordered:
* TRUFFLE CHEESE BREAD – Absolutely exquisite! The combination of honey, truffles, ricotta cheese, mozzarella with fluffy bread was an unexpected surprise. It was great without the honey and even better once you add the honey! You MUST order this!
* CALAMARI FRITTI – This was good but it wasn’t my favorite. It’s a typical fried calamari. What I liked more were the dressed arugula that came with this appetizer.
* CAVATELLI ALLA NORCINA – When I saw this, I had to have it because it’s my favorite dish from Bestia in LA. The truffle butter mixed with Parmesan and sausage made for an unctuous bite. It was savory and comforting at the same time.
* SPICY MISO CARBONARA – I don’t usually care for carbonara but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The spicy miso cream enhanced the usually-boring udon noodles. The egg yolks lended a creamier texture. With the added shiitake mushrooms and bacon, it gave a natural umami flavor that made me enjoy slurping the noodles.
* TRUFFLE FUNGHI PIZZA – I love a great mushroom pizza and this was really good. It would be better if the arugula wasn’t so dry. It needed to be dressed the same as the arugula that came with the calamari IMO.
Other things to note:
* PARKING around the perimeter of the restaurant is limited but there are plenty of parking spots in the same plaza.
* MOUTHWASH available in the restrooms, just like they have at VOX Kitchen.
* SPACIOUS LAYOUT means there’s mobility space for walkers, wheelchairs, and strollers.
Overall, I enjoyed everything about INI Ristorante and would gladly recommend this restaurant for group outings, celebrations for family or friends, and even solo dining or take out.
Chuck Hart
INI Ristorante offers cuisine that brings Japanese and Italian flavors together. Their menu is well diversified and is amended with new offerings seasonally. The atmosphere is contemporary and friendly. All items on the menu have impeccable presentation. Paired with their professional customer service, your dining experience shall be a joy unlike anywhere else.
… moreJenny C
This is one of my top 2 favorite Kei Concept restaurants! It’s been three years since my last visit to INI, and it’s just as amazing as I remember—maybe even better now. Every dish goes above and beyond expectations, with flavors that lean toward Japanese fusion—creative, balanced, and absolutely delicious.
The service is A+, from the warm welcome at the front to the efficient food service.
Top recommendations:
-Mentaiko Pizza
-Seafood Malfadine
-Beef Carpaccio
-Squid Ink Uni Pasta
Also worth trying:
-Umeboshi Spring Salad
-Truffle Cheese Bread
-Calamari
The restaurant is also very kid-friendly—spacious, bright, clean, and thoughtful. They even arrange seating to accommodate strollers when needed.
In the same plaza, you’ll also find two other Kei Concept restaurants—Vox and QUA. I always recommend their spots to friends visiting OC; Kei Concept never disappoints and always satisfies even the pickiest eaters.
… moreThe service is A+, from the warm welcome at the front to the efficient food service.
Top recommendations:
-Mentaiko Pizza
-Seafood Malfadine
-Beef Carpaccio
-Squid Ink Uni Pasta
Also worth trying:
-Umeboshi Spring Salad
-Truffle Cheese Bread
-Calamari
The restaurant is also very kid-friendly—spacious, bright, clean, and thoughtful. They even arrange seating to accommodate strollers when needed.
In the same plaza, you’ll also find two other Kei Concept restaurants—Vox and QUA. I always recommend their spots to friends visiting OC; Kei Concept never disappoints and always satisfies even the pickiest eaters.