50 Best American Restaurants near Anaheim Hills

“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!“

“chicken sandwich is realy good 👍“

“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!“

“We had a group of 24 people, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. Luis was excellent—he went above and beyond to accommodate us on very short notice, which is no small task for a group our size. He arranged a private room for us, making the gathering feel both comfortable and well-organized.
What really stood out was how quickly everything came together. The food arrived impressively fast, and the service never missed a beat despite the large party. Luis and the team made sure everyone was taken care of, and the whole experience felt smooth and effortless.
Highly recommend for large groups or special gatherings—great service, great coordination, and a very enjoyable experience overall.“

“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!“

“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“

“We had a great dining experience at Urban Plates in Long Beach. Mariana explained the menu choices in a very unrushed manner, and we decided on the steak. I ordered the Chimichurri grass-fed steak with balsamic brussel sprouts and herb-roasted potatoes. All of it was delicious ( and healthy too!). The deserts were absolutely killer too. We will definitely eat here again next time we're in Long Beach.“

“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“

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

“They are very kind to the public.“

“This place was amazing. From start to finish you can tell all of the produce is fresh and everybody who works there really cares about the food they're turning out. The manager walked around and checked with every table to see if they were happy and felt accommodated.“

“The food is amazing here. Always excellent. Always made the same consistent way each time we have been here. The staff is SUPER friendly and they have a beautiful dog-friendly patio. It does get really busy at lunch on Saturdays so be prepared if you come that day. Weekdays tend to be a lot slower. It quickly has become my favorite place to eat and is my go-to place now. The food is just as good delivered as well. Cannot go wrong here. Especially with the Chicken Club. Delicious. Fries are really good too.“

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

“My wife and I, plus my daughter Jennifer and granddaughter Breanna were very much please with our dinner last night. Michael our server came out and created us, by saying it was so nice to see you here again. Michael remember our drink order and promtly brought it out to us. The job Michael did from start to finish was amazing. From getting our order out on time and the desert was perfect for my granddaughter Breanna and my wife's as well. Always asking if everything came out right and if we needed anything else. What a perfect evening and servers like Michael make us want to eat here often. Thanks again to you Michael for giving us a beautiful evening.“

“Really enjoyed the food! Very busy place on a Friday night, we had to wait a half hour for a table. The service was great, though, and the place was very clean. Food was very good, and I find it to be a great value getting soup and salad included in the cost of an entree.

Will definitely come back!“

“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!“

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

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

“We met friends at Rockwell for lunch. My wife had the burger and I had the Buffalo Chicken sandwich. Our friends had the burrito and the tacos. The food was very good and reasonably priced. The server was ok but her busser, Daniel, was amazing. He joked and made us laugh and took our picture. He elevated the experience.“

“I went into this Denny’s location and was graciously welcomed by fantastic associate by the name of David. David allowed my partner and I to choose our own seats and as we sat he had gone over the new promotions available that we could make use of. As I proceeded to order David pointed out that my desired meal was actually available under the promotion and advised me to take up on that for a better bang for my buck. David also pointed out that if we were not currently rewards members another item we asked for could be given free as a reward if we signed up, yet again saving us some money. As we dined inside, David continuously checked on us making sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our meal with such a wonderful attitude. Overall such an amazing experience with the extremely personable and attentive associate David.“

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

“The best French Toast around!“

“First, my standards: I'm an old man, and I like OG breakfast eateries, especially small, mom and pop ops.

What this means: fast service, hot food, lots of coffee refills. Today will hit 89 degrees F, but I still want hot coffee.

Menu: OG American White people breakfast: eggs, pancakes, fresh potatoes, bacon, sausage

Service: very attentive. Lots of server visits to my table. The server is in it to win it.

Stop here if you're hungry on a Sunday morning. They take cards, but save 4% and pay in cash.“

“Everything about this place is perfect.

Delicious prime rib. Delicious dessert. Great coffee.

Very friendly staff. I was served by Abby. The venue has a beautiful view over the city lights, and the interior has a European charm.“

“Summary: a small restauraunt with some great breakfast options, is nice and clean, and the staff is very friendly. Only concern was the cheese in the burritos tasted a bit chalky. But otherwise I'd love to come back and try the spicy og burrito“

“great place for dining....“

“The crepes are awesome ❤️. Amazing staff“

“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!“

“The service here is great, the portions are generous and the food is Fantastic. Best pumpkin pancakes anyplace. My only wish is that they had fresh squeezed orange juice.“

“Food is delicious and service is great!“

“Ribs and chocolate cake, and sweet smashed potatoes and mac n cheese were superb. As was the tri tip salad. Service was the best. I wish I could teach ALL restaurants how to make regular mashed potatoes, especially if they aren't serving gravy. Never the less, 5 stars.“

“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!“

“First time here, great service and yummy food. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. Everyone had a warm smile to welcome us in. We will definitely be back“

“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!“

“delicious food & great service 😋 💁‍♀️“

“I came to Dave’s Hot Chicken and had such a great experience! Giselle is honestly one of the best cashier I’ve ever had. She was incredibly sweet, attentive, and made us feel so well taken care of.
And the chicken here is SO tender and juicy! I’ve been to other Dave’s Hot Chicken locations, but this one is definitely better. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Highly recommend this location and a huge shoutout to Giselle for the amazing service! ❤“

“This a great comfort food and breakfast place. Nothing fancy and great value.

I had the meatloaf meal. It came with clam chowder (The Westminster Crackers from New England really made it special). Baked potato was excellent, along with veggies that weren’t overcooked. The meatloaf was pretty good. I had enough leftover for dinner the following night.

You order at the counter and they bring it to your table. The servers are nice.“

“Wonderful time with grandson“

“Zov’s is a very nice place, with a friendly atmosphere and staff, and great food!!“

“A tasty vegan burger, every time. Good people run this place. They have good hearts. They are advocates. For people as much as for animals. They serve tasty vegan fast food. They have excellent and consistent quality. But for some reason they aren't ever incredibly busy when I come. I want them to be. Businesses like this should succeed. In the mood for a burger? Come here. #GoVegan“

“They have a patio area to hold and event. Check them out it's amazing here.“

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

“Good food and child friendly. Cool Halloween decorations. Our server was great. I recommend this place!“

“Everything was fabulous——food, service and ambience; I highly recommend it!!!!!“

“I love their great food. It’s great also that they have bingo some eggs. Everything from their bakery is delicious as well.“

“Food came out under cooked.
Very few servers on a busy night.
Kept having to ask for stuff.
But, for new higher they did alright.
6 of us and we weren't in a hurry.
Food is healthier then most.“

“Always great food! Fast service and friendly workers!“

“Never been to lazy dog before tonight and the food was really good. We recommend this restaurant. Buffalo Grove,IL“

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

“SUSIE’s FREEZE is hands down one of the best places you can EVER go for a frozen treat!

Not to mention, they have a sizable menu if you’re looking for a lunch/dinner option!

The gentleman that operates it has the warmest disposition and the kindest service!

Since I was a child, I’ve been a sucker for dipped cones, well one day when coming here, I had a wild idea: I asked if I could have a twist ice cream( both chocolate & vanilla) dipped, he gladly obliged!

Completely made my day!

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND SUSIE’s Freeze for the whole family!

Did I mention, the prices are absolutely affordable and won’t break the bank!“