The Wild Artichoke

We had an amazing experience! My husband and I stopped in for dinner before a candlelight concert at the Nixon Library. The food and ambiance were incredible, making it a perfect date night spot. We ordered the burrata salad, shrimp macarons, lobster pasta, diver scallop symponthy, and crème brûlée everything was delicious. The lobster pasta was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it. We would absolutely go back and highly recommend it.

My husband and I went to the Wild Artichoke to celebrate Valentine's Day and had the Valentine's Day dinner. This was probably one of the best food experiences I have ever had. Chef Joo came out and greeted everybody that was eating in spite of it being a super busy evening. The ambiance and staff makes for a very unique dining experience. The food is phenomenal. All the flavors popped! We'll definitely be looking forward to going back next year to see what Chef Joo will give us to experience.

This place is truly a hidden gem. A French fusion restaurant that immediately stands out—not just for flavor, but for the care and intention behind every dish. You can tell the chef put serious thought and effort into the menu. Every dish came out like a piece of artwork, with unique plating and fresh, high-quality ingredients. We started with the shrimp macarons, which were an amazing opener—unexpected and full of flavor. The calamari was cooked perfectly: tender, never rubbery, and incredibly satisfying. The endive salad, a seasonal item, had a beautifully balanced combination of flavors that felt light yet complex. The hamachi crudo was unlike the usual versions you see everywhere, this one delivered bursts of flavor in every bite—thoughtfully layered and unique. The cioppino is a must-order for any seafood lover, rich and comforting with generous portions of fresh seafood. One standout dish was the soft shell crab pasta. The in-house made tuxedo pasta was something I’ve never seen before, and it paired perfectly with the crab—both visually striking and delicious. The prime bone-in beef short rib was probably the star of the show. It was incredibly tender, falling right off the bone and full of flavor. The multigrain pilaf alongside it was the perfect contrast, adding texture and a satisfying bite. We ended with a birthday dessert panna cotta and their cheesecake—even though I was completely full, I couldn’t stop eating. That says everything. The server was attentive throughout the entire dinner and gave exceptional service. Overall, this restaurant delivers an elevated, thoughtful dining experience where flavor, presentation, and quality all shine. A true hidden gem worth seeking out.

I’ve been a longtime fan of this restaurant and used to bring my family here often when I was in college. Coming back years later, I was genuinely surprised when they honored a coupon I had tucked away before starting medical school. Even better, the food somehow exceeded my already fond memories. We ordered the fresh oysters with grapefruit slush and apples, which were bright, refreshing, and beautifully balanced. The lobster risotto and soft shell crab pasta were standout entrees, rich without being heavy, with clean umami and well-executed seafood flavors. This place holds a lot of nostalgia for me, and it’s reassuring to see that the quality has only improved. I will absolutely be back.

The menu is a mouthful of experiences! And service is exceptional!! We had the Chilean Seabass, Shrimp Maracon, Million Dollar Salad, and for dessert Coconut Panna Cotta! I enjoyed every dish, devouring them with my tasteful surprises to the delights! The flavor is mild, not overwhelming and yet suttle to my taste buds making my mouth happy to elegance!

A Hidden Gem in Yorba Linda Wild Artichoke is truly one of Yorba Linda’s best-kept secrets. Every dish feels like a personal creation from the owner-chef, who sources the freshest ingredients and prepares each plate with incredible care. The flavors are refined yet full of heart — you can tell this is a chef who trained in French cuisine but isn’t afraid to add his own creative twist and Korean soul to it. The result is a dining experience that’s both elegant and deeply comforting. Every visit feels like a discovery, which is probably why I find myself coming here two or three times a week. Wild Artichoke isn’t just a restaurant — it’s an expression of passion, precision, and pure love for food.

Was in the area abd decided to try The Wild Artichoke. We both started with Salads. I had The Wild Artichoke salad and my wife had the Million Dollar Seaweed Salad. Both were very good. I had the Punttanesca & Arrabiatta Spaghetti. It was very flavorful and the spice was just enough to wake up my senses. Overall, the food was high quality, the service was great. I have to say that it was an expensive lunch. But, tasty.