50 Best American Restaurants near Anaheim Hills

“Make reservations on Friday, Saturday and Sunday’s otherwise it’s a long wait.“

“First time here. Came on a weekday at 10am and it was packed! I got sat right away and got my coffee (which was delicious!) right away. But then waited about 15 minutes for my server to come back and take my order. But once she did, my breakfast arrived quickly. It was hot, fresh, delicious and packed with flavor!

I’ll definitely be back but as a single diner, would probably sit at the counter for faster service. Yum!“

“✨ What a gem! The Yorba Linda Denny’s has modern décor, a cozy patio, and super friendly staff. We were greeted right away, got to pick our booth, and even left with a drink to-go! They also have a banquet table perfect for parties 🎉. Great service and atmosphere — highly recommend!“

“This location is the best! The staff is very nice and attentive. My husband and I live in walking distance so we're here once a week. The food is much better here than the location on Alton. The only thing I'd change about this location is the smell of rancid standing water / funky garbage near the bathrooms.“

“What a great new addition to Brea! We were impressed by the quality and variety of their offerings. You order at the counter, grab a seat, and the team brings everything out fresh. We ordered the Beef Empanadas to start and we got these mains - Salmon Bowl, Peri Peri Chicken Plate, California Burger, Gaucho Steak Sandwich to share.

The Beef Empanada was so good, with the flakey crust. Our entire party really enjoyed all the dishes, the portions were generous and tasted delicious. We also got the Triple Chocolate Cookie which was the perfect finish.

Overall, this is a great option for lunch and dinner. They also have a nice patio that’s dog friendly. Their staff was ultra friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!“

“Went with my parents for an early Christmas dinner and service was great… food was delicious… and atmosphere was on point!“

“Excellent food here! Glad it is still here after all these years.“

“Great food great company great service“

“Had a great breakfast Chicken fried steak and eggs,huge portion of hash browns ,toast We also had a Our server he was great Huge portions We will be back“

“Always good food . Typically good service. Atmosphere is VERY dependent on the booth where one is seated. Unfortunately, if you're near the bus station, it is very loud as the workers divide up plates, silverware, glasses et cetera. We go here for brunch.Most sundays after church. moving forward, we will always ask for the lounge.... far from the bus station in the center of the Cafe dining room. It would be much better if the separating of dishes were done in the kitchen, away from diners ears and out of the atmospheric influences. I still strongly recommend this restaurant.Just choose your seat wisely.“

“My daughter and I ate there yesterday for the first time! The chicken was very tender and tasty… I recommend the chicken club sandwich. My daughter got the Cobb salad and the portion was huge! Their specialty lemonades are really good too! I tried the strawberry and basil! Yum!“

“Food was good and service was awesome... a shout out to Sierra for excelence service! The only thing was the atmosphere, in case you go with your family, chances are there would be laud drunk people with a not acceptable vocabulary because they have a bar.“

“Michelin-Level Experience at Outback Prices The Wild Artichoke in Yorba Linda is a hidden gem. I was expecting something entirely different — and was pleasantly surprised in the best possible way. We started with the smashed potatoes and endive salad, which made for perfect appetizers: light enough not to spoil our appetite, yet full of flavor to whet it. The portions were ideal for sharing with my wife. For our main courses, we ordered from the lunch menu. I had the Wagyu burger, and my wife went with the tempura fish and chips. I’m not sure how they did it, but every bite was incredibly well-balanced. The fish had a crispy exterior, just the right touch of Maldon salt, and a beautifully firm, flaky interior. The tartar sauce was exceptional — rich, creamy, and unlike any I’ve had before. The burger was a standout. Each ingredient was distinct and purposeful — no unnecessary fillers. Every component worked in harmony to deliver deep, layered flavors in every bite. We ended the meal with the Basque cheesecake, which was beautifully presented. It wasn’t overly sweet, and the perfectly burnt top paired wonderfully with the sweet berry compote. A special treat was getting to meet the head chef. What a pleasant surprise. He shared the story behind one of his dishes and mentioned that every item on the menu has its own story and purpose. That passion really comes through in the food. I’ve dined at many fine restaurants, and I can confidently say the quality here rivals places charging $150–$200 per plate. The value is extraordinary for the caliber of cuisine offered. This is a truly special hidden gem — perfect for a relaxed lunch with friends or an intimate dinner date. I can’t wait to try the rest of their menu!“

“They are very kind to the public.“

“First timer drove all the way from Downey worth the drive. I had the blue cheese bacon burger with garlic fries and of course a Dr. Pepper. Very friendly staff they all help out my daughter had the mushroom burger with onion rings and my son had the bacon cheese burger with tots. A must try the only other thing that caught my eye was the hot wings the table next to us ordered Definitely next time“

“Old Time diner feel. Breakfast lunch place..Very friendly people...food is pretty good.went in for lunch..they close early I had a sandwich and my friend had the huevos rancheros...he said it was just ok...mine was good. Definitely be back for breakfast“

“I Love This Place Their Food And Drinks Are Delicious Their Service Is Great.“

“great little family run business“

“Wow…all around! Jeff greeted us, Jackie served us. Everyone…down to earth, personable! They were busy this Thursday nite and yet, very, very attentive. RSVP recommended but we Will fed it & scored the last table. Food options, amazing, drinks, soothing! We are definitely coming back with friends! First place that I'm over the head impressed!“

“authentic and very good - the real deal - homemade“

“This pie shop was a “stomping ground -hang out” while growing up. Always a great home cooked meal. Save room for a piece of their pie!“

“delicious food & great service 😋 💁‍♀️“

“The best French Toast around!“

“I couldn’t wait to share our experience at Benchmark restaurant in Santa Ana California. Everything about this place is perfection! It was a hot day, but the beautiful outdoor dining area was cool and breezy underneath the beautiful trees. Our waitress was knowledgeable, wonderfully friendly, and attended to all our needs. Each of us ordered a different item on the menu and I had to taste everything. I had the Spanish omelette, which was delicious, the burger seems like a very popular item understandably because that along with the delicious fries was exceptional. Enchiladas with mole were a wonderful treat, and the French toast was probably the hit of the table. This wonderful brunch dish was not exceptionally sweet, which made it so perfect. Some places just overdo it with the sweetness. We will definitely be going back many times to tryout dinners and more of the selections on all of the menus. I will also be spreading the word because this is probably my favorite place in Orange County now. Thank you Benchmark for a fantastic experience!“

“great place for dining....“

“Ordered skirt steak, sea scallops and oysters and all were excellent!“

“Denny's is always a go to diner for me. Especially this location. I believe David has always been my server here, too. He always treated me and my party with such respect. Always being attentive to our needs and the small witty banter we share is always something I look forward to. Overall, a wonderfully peacefully location to dine at. Especially during the evening.

David the goat 😛😛“

“Wonderful hidden gem for live music“

“Ate at the Jamboree location in Tustin and cashier Ali was courteous, kind, knowledgeable and very helpful in helping us understand the menu options. Even offered a couple samples to make sure we ordered something we’d enjoy. Great customer service!“

“The Reaper chicken.
That's what I've been seeing on social media.
I got it. It was hot, but not as hot as everyone made it seem.
Don't get me wrong, it was delicious and very spicy. But it's not for the weak. 👍“

“Food is delicious and service is great!“

“wonderful service. great food! Hawaiian burger and sweet potato fries!“

“Wow, what an amazing chorizo breakfast burrito! This was my first time at LJ's. The quality of the ingredients was seen and smelled before the first bite. Then came the crunch of the tots which triggered a taste and experience of freshness along with a perfect blend of other flavors from the other ingredients all perfectly balanced proportionally. I had a different chorizo burrito this weekend (another 1st time try at a place close to my house) but it had soggy hash browns (so much that I had to surgically remove some) that really overshadowed and ruins the burrito. This burritos was awesome! I also highly recommend trying the sauces. The hot orange sauce was my favorite then the cilantro cream. The chipotle was also rich and creamy. Thank you LJ's for a yummy burrito experience!“

“Found this place when looking for a lil brunch spot on a Sunday afternoon. Me and the wife swung by, great service. I got a breakfast burrito. Pretty good flavor just wished it was a bit bigger. But it was 9 bucks so I was happy about that. My wife got their basic breakfast food and she thought it was great. Similar to norms or dennys level of breakfast. Overall, we will be back soon!“

“Wonderful time with grandson“

“Coconut shrimp - so good!“

“Great food !! Had no chance to take a picture of the food but I got the chipotle rice bowl! Delicious, big portions. Dad got the pull pork he said it was yummy ! The desserts were AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! Will definitely be back out next trip to Cali. You will also see the owner greet every table, I think that’s amazing! Makes you feel well taken care of. Thank you !“

“Para mí es unos de los restaurantes más mejores y a tienden bien .“

“Went with my parents for an early Christmas dinner and service was great… food was delicious… and atmosphere was on point!“

“Great service nice servers“

“Omar is amazing, everything is fresh, delicious, and prepared from the heart. My daughter and I came to town before Spoons opened and he served us beverages and somehow got us food before the time of opening. Amazing service, food, and environment“

“Good service and nice employees“

“We had a casual business lunch at John's Place because of its location. A couple of us came from Corona and one joined from Mission Viejo. We asked the counter staff what they'd recommend and they suggested the gyros and burgers, so we ordered two gyro plates and a cheeseburger! The gyros were very tasty though there was a little bit too much of the white cream for my taste. Veggies were fresh and the french fries were outstanding! The cheeseburger was large and tasty and the onion rings were crispy, almost to a fault. A great middle ground find and I will return!“

“Ian came back for sure , I loved this restaurant. Grate servicios, very clean.“

“nice well done charbroiled burgers🔥. the breakfast in also 🔥 try it one day“

“We had an amazing experience. The food was absolutely delicious—well-seasoned, fresh, and clearly made with care. The service was excellent from start to finish; the staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. We'll definitely be back!“

“Excellent food and service! Fresh, home style cooking. Great coffee too! It’s on the first floor of the business building. Ordered a egg & chorizo burrito and a Carmel Macchiato with Almond milk and both were excellent! Wish I worked in the building. I’d be here all the time.“

“Good breakfast. And good service“

“It is a lovely zoo. It is small. Perfect for small children. I loved the monkeys.“

“Hidden Gem

Pros:
Good food
Big portions
Friendly service
Nice ambiance ( in hotel )
Typically, no wait to seat

Cons:
Parking costs money downstairs
Slightly slow since they're not usually busy“