Tableau Kitchen And - Costa Mesa

Went to Tableau last spring for brunch and absolutely fell in love with the place. We came and ordered the French toast and thai tea latte for a quick snack but we quickly realized how good the food was and decided to wait a little longer for their lunch menu to open up. Our server was very patient with us in letting us order off the two menus and staying until the lunch service. All the food was delicious and so well made, I've been waiting for an occasion to come back since but haven't been able to come back just to relive some of the menu items.

First time trying this place out for dinner, I previously went here for brunch and it was great. However, I was clearly disappointed for dinner. Emphasized on clearly as I was really disappointed because I was looking forward to the order. The first thing that caught my eye on the menu was the Chicken Adobo Pasta, I 'm filipino and wanted to try this asian fusion. We also ordered Ceviche which was great, loved the idea of the sweet mango puree and the salty black cod. Then came my main order, which was the Chicken Adobo Pasta. When the plate came out, a different server came and said chicken plate? So I raised my hand since I am the only one that ordered chicken. It was a half chicken with brocolli and au jus that was poured on top by the server. I was confused. Where is the poached egg and pasta? I waived our server and asked if this was the pasta. He said i misheard i thought you said chicken dumplings. What? I clearly said adobo pasta. The table behind us was peeking at our table as this was happening. The server then grabbed the plate and asked me if I still want it, but no, I want the adobo pasta. He told me that it would take 15-20min for the new order to arrive and I said it was fine. I was willing to wait for that adobo pasta. 5 minutes later, the server came back and said it ran out. Hearing this, I was already hangry and it shows. I ordered something else. At this point. The people that were peeking behind us. Received the same chicken plate that was served to us. I knew it was the same since they never poured the au jus on their plate since they already poured it on my table. The new order came out it looks messy as it was rushed. I just wanted to leave. Our server vanished after handing out that new order. Never saw him again. We ended up getting a box and the check from a sweet server who was more helpful than the tall blonde guy with wavy hair. I do not remember his name, but he was the only blonde guy there with short wavy hair. Had to wait for my parents to enjoy their correct order. Mom wanted dessert, we ended up going elsewhere for dessert. As much as I enjoyed the brunch at this place. The service during dinner made me disappointed. It might be a simple mistake, but when you are hungry. It 's very disappointing. Was going to take more pics, but not in the mood anymore...

Having been to Tableau several times since they first opened, I wasn't expecting too much when we stopped by (today) during one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Mimi took great care of us from the very beginning: getting us seated promptly as well as reassuring and engaging with all the other customers as well. One minute she was taking photos for a boisterous group next to us; the next I spotted her wiping down the table when another group left. Every time we dined at Tableau, the food is excellent and consistent. Today was no different as we ordered the Jasmine Milk Tea French Toast, Mixed Berry Pancakes, Roasted Cauliflower Salad and Eggplant Sandwich. As usual, everything tasted delicious and was more enjoyable with the impeccable service by Mimi. If you are on the hunt for a delightful place to brunch with family and friends, head over to Tableau! (But probably make a reservation first if you have a large group).

Chilaquiles with steak was amazing. loved the French toast with strawberries as well. delicious food at reasonable prices!would love to come back to try the dinner menu

If you like toast in Newport you’ll like this place