Californian Restaurant
21500 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Phone: 714.845.4776
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Dinner $30
Online Reservations

Dinner $30

~Choice of Glass of Wine~
Canvas Chardonnay, Merlot or Cabernet

~Choice of Starter~

Ahi Crudo
Avocado, Baby Ginger, Shaved Radish, Jicama, Lime & Soy

Salad of Frisee
Poached Egg, Grilled Asparagus, Bacon Lardons, Frisee, Dijon Vinaigrette and Herb Crouton

~Choice of Entrée~

Grilled Culotte Steak
Glazed Nantes Carrots, Midnight Moon Cheesy Grits, Red Wine Demi

Pan-Seared Redfish
White Anchovy, Citrus and Shaved Fennel Salad, Baby New Potatoes

Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Sautéed Mushrooms, Bloomsdale Spinach, Truffle Beurre Noisette

~Dessert~
Trio of Gelatos

Chef Curtis Toth 

 
Question: How long have you been a chef?
Answer: I have been a chef since 1998. I went to Culinary School in 2002.
 
Question: How long have you been at this restaurant?
Answer: I just started in May 2010
 
Question: Who or what inspired you to become a chef?
Answer: I was inspired by my mother who always is seeking out ways to create an exciting meal, with whatever she had on hand. I was also inspired by my high school culinary teacher, who inspired me and others to make everything to the best of our ability, be it a hotdog or filet of beef.
 
Question: What do you enjoy most about your profession?
Answer:  I enjoy that opportunity to work with young passionate chefs and make guests feel great and inspired through a meal.

Question: When you’re not in the kitchen what are you doing?
Answer: I spend time outdoor with my wife and daughter. I also enjoy photography.
 
Question: What is your most popular dish?
Answer: My most popular dish is cooked at home… It is my smoked baby back ribs.

Question: Your last meal on Earth would be??
Answer: Medium Rare Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Hand Cut Fries.
 
Question: What's your favorite item on the Restaurant Week Menu?
Answer: Cullotte Steak, it’s one of the most flavorful cuts you can get.