Hidden gems: Lunch restaurants in Orange County

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Orange County. This list contains 35 places from Lunch restaurant category.

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Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe - Staten Island Hylan Blvd image
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Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe - Staten Island Hylan Blvd
Cafe
👍👍 really calming atmosphere, foods to die for honestly amazing. Love the Turkey croffle.
$ $$$
5.00 (121 reviews)
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Sobak
Korean restaurant
👍👍 Delicious. As a person who was born and raised in Korea, the bibimbap taste authentic and appetizing. No frills. I could tell the beef in the complimentary soup was definitely high quality beef. Absolutely recommendable 👍
5.00 (89 reviews)
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F1RST NYC
Cafe
$ $$$
5.00 (86 reviews)
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Mia & Brooklyn Coffee Bakery
Coffee shop
👍👍 I love love love this place! I’m so glad I found it - it’s such a perfect study and work from home space and has really good coffee and food. Unlike many other cafes, the music and ambiance is perfect for working :) and also the baristas and owners are incredibly kind but this place has quickly beco...
5.00 (41 reviews)
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The Green House Cafe & Gallery
Deli
👍👍 Excellent family friendly place to get a delicious gourmet sandwich at a reasonable price. If you like value you will love this place. Expertly crafted gourmet sandwiches Salads and other goodies with quality ingredients and attention to detail to the T. A plus to Middletown and surrounding are...
$ $$$
5.00 (27 reviews)
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City League Coffee Roasters
Coffee shop
4.90 (96 reviews)
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Emiliano's Market
Italian grocery store
4.90 (70 reviews)
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Tommy's Deli
Breakfast restaurant
4.90 (17 reviews)
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Claire's Kitchen Cafe
Cafe
👍 Great place for a nice chill breakfast with a friend. Was a bit more than flies I'd like buzzing around and the tables need to be cleaned a little better, but overall, nice atmosphere.
$$ $$
4.80 (109 reviews)
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TALEA Beer Co.
Bar
4.80 (103 reviews)
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Coffee Barn
Coffee shop
👍👍 This place is wonderful! I was staying at a friend's and stopped in here to grab breakfast on my way to run an errand and liked it so much I stopped for another cup on my way back. The people here are so kind and helpful. They had great advice on all the local places to eat, which was fantastic.
$ $$$
4.80 (77 reviews)
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Afternoon - Upper West Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 A perfect egg sandwich, just like in Korea. I ordered without the extra sauce on the top. Very soft buttery egg. Will come back.
$$ $$
4.80 (72 reviews)
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Pop Up Grocer
Grocery store
4.80 (63 reviews)
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Rita & Maria
Cafe
4.80 (60 reviews)
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The Local Eatery & Craft Beer
Bar & grill
👍👍 So far I had their coffee, Tuscan and Veg paninis which are 😋. The owners are friendly! Happy you guys are only steps away from my place. El Pollito Loco sandwich
$$ $$
4.70 (147 reviews)
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All The Kings Horses Cafe
Coffee shop
👍 small local coffee spot in the Alphabets. coffee menu + pastries and more if you are hungry. there’s seating on one side of the case plus outside. got an Americano —it was fine and hit the spot on a chilly day. staff is courteous. worth a stop if you’re in the neighb…or if you are one of those lapto...
4.70 (124 reviews)
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Emma's Torch Cafe
New American restaurant
Cheery outpost with seasonal American cuisine & culinary training for refugees, plus garden seating.
$$ $$
4.70 (121 reviews)
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Polly’s Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 had a great time at polly’s! ordered the tyler special, an iced hibiscus tea, and also had the vegan chocolate cake - all of which were delicious! the barista tyler was super nice and attentive. the outside seating area is beautiful and i will definitely be returning any time i’m in the area :-)
4.70 (113 reviews)
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Miss Bagel
Bagel shop
👍👍 Instant neighborhood gem. If you live in bedstuy you already know we have been hurting for a decent bagel place. This place is the brekkie (and lunch!) answer to our deli-desperate prayers. 🙏🏾 Bagels are excellent: classic soft chewy inside and a perfectly crispy (somewhat crunchy in the best way)...
$$ $$
4.70 (112 reviews)
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Utica Takeout
Restaurant
4.70 (99 reviews)
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