New Fish Grill Opens in Irvine; Replaces Shuttered Jalapenos

Edwin Goei • OC Weekly • October 29, 2012
A few months ago, Fish-O-Licious, an independent California Fish Grill aspirant closed in Fountain Valey. No one blinked. It was a very good restaurant that did its best, but for whatever reason, it wasn't enough. Chasing the success of the...
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