New American Restaurants near Brea, CA

“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!“

“Great beer and food. Recommend the firecracker shrimp appetizer“

“Great food great company great service“

“First time there… the food was excellent and the service was great! Friendly and very helpful. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Delicious food and amazing staff! (LOCATED ON 3RD FLOOR of Nordstorm's) I have always loved Nordstorm's Marketplace Cafes, but I haven't lived close to one in years, so this was our first and second visit to this location. Now, this is located within Nordstorm, so of course parking at any of Nordstorm's parking lots would be an easy way to reach this restaurant.

Our first visit was on Mother's Day, and while it was a bit busy, I didn't think it was overly crowded. Our youngest is autistic and can be a little too active and loud, so we asked to sit outside so that we could relax and not have to worry about him accidentally interrupting others' Mother's Day meals. There was no one outside, so it was like we had our own private room. The atmosphere was amazing, both inside the cafe and out on the terrace. It is mostly quiet with maybe a medium conversation noise level. Even outside is nice, warm, and quiet. To order, you generally view the menu and pay for the meal before you are seated, so most of the wait is done before you even sit down. This can be a plus for families with energetic kiddos!

The food was delicious! As it always has been... My only complaint is that they no longer offer the Chicken Tomato Alfredo (over 10+ years ago, but I am still upset about it, lol). However, I did find a new pasta dish that I love! Everyone enjoyed it here, and I loved all the healthy options on the kids' menu. Nice full plates with healthy and delicious food options that even my picky eaters loved!

Our second trip was a few days later. We were staying at the nearby Embassy Suites, so I wanted to try to visit at least once more before we left the area. It was the same amazing experience, but this time, it was just the Hubby and me, and we had our meal indoors.

Overall, this is a great place to have a delicious and relaxing meal with friends and family!“

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

“I wanted to update my review.11/24/24.. what a big difference a good manager makes. I complimented him when there last time but it is a well run location now. Everyone working hard. Food was done on point and the manager was seen every where. Hands on. Compliments! Can totally notice the change ..........(this was my orginal review 7 years ago).
Service was slow by the servers... the hostess was working hard. She was running around doing all diffetent tasks including straightening the messy restroom. Our server was not attentive at all. ... will be awhile before going back.. floor manager was out of site.“

“Had a lovely and delicious brunch. Avocado toast is 🔥! Lavender latte for the win!!“

“Literally one of the best cheeseburgers I’ve ever had. They delivered 25 min after my order was placed. Fries were still crispy!!! Very delicious.“

“I love BJ's! One of my favorite places to eat, makes me feel so nostalgic. I came here with my boyfriend today for Valentine's Day and we had the best time thanks to Bryan! The service was fast and he was also very communicative about our order and how soon it was coming out. I am very happy to have celebrated vday here!“

“The atmosphere was vibrant and enjoyable. The food was satisfactory but had room for improvement. The chicken club sandwich was flavorful, though the chicken breast was significantly smaller than the bread. It would be better to either resize the bread or enhance the portion of chicken. Our server was capable and attentive; however, he rushed us to close out at the end of our meal because he was finishing his shift, which was a bit off-putting. Despite this minor inconvenience, I still had a pleasant visit and would definitely return.“

“We stopped in from Ohio and ate, and it was the best chicken parm we have ever had. We got the chicken parmesian poutine and the Philly cheese steak sandwich and split it, and there was more than enough for two people. I would definately return here.“

“Had a great experience with Dragon Dogs 2 weeks ago at the Anaheim Convention Center. Lorraine was friendly and kind. The portions were generous and everything was delicious. I highly recommend the carne asada dog and the chorizo fries. Though I'm not local, I'll make a point to seek them out the next time I'm in town.“

“Like Old Town Orange (formally The Circle) blocks have been closed to accommodate outdoor dining. We really appreciate that!! Incredibly friendly wait staff!!“

“Excellent service great views awesome food“

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

“Came in due to business in the area. Did not disappoint. I sat at the bar and my bartender was fantastic. Friendly and made food suggestions. The beef carpaccio and fried quail were awesome.“

“I brought my sister here for her Bachelorette weekend. We booked the secret room for the evening. We decorated the room, lit some candles, and then one of the hot servers turned out to be the manager, and we had to blow out the candles. They did, however, try to keep our vibe going and brought over some electric candles ✨️

Staff is pretty here, they're all friendly. Bathrooms are interestingly decorated. Boys bathroom has only one room.

The food is WOW. We had steak tartare as a starter, super yum. The French onion soup isn't good. The bourguignon is AMAZING (don't expect it to have noodles). The chicken crepe 😍 The escargot was also delicious. All of the sweets we had were very good - both crème brûle flavors were incredible.

Decor was so cool & very witchy. I recommend having a witch themed-attire to really amp up the energy.

The drinks were creative and tasty. I drank Cerridwen's drink. I didn't realize I loved cherry until then. Their long islands are dangerous ! So watch out.

At some point in the night, Alyssa (our waitress) ran up to tell us that a tarot reader was there. He made the night very interesting and magical.

We made friends in the bathroom, sat down with others at the bar, made more acquaintances, and all the while staff was so much fun and brought the vibe. They made this one of the most memorable nights.

At the end, our responsible friend ushered us outside where we came face-to-face with the manager who had us blow our candles out. We challenged him to a battle... a dance-off. I don't know how many of us did it, but honestly it was ridiculous and amazing. When our Uber arrived, he ensured we were getting in the right vehicle and safe.

The whole night was amazing and we loved how involved/fun the staff was. The whole night felt playful like we were all already friends with everyone there.

Highly recommend. ✨️“

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

“They are very kind to the public.“

“Everything is great at Nick's I hear. Im kinda stuck on the Ch Burgers and Fries. The whole bunch of them are super cool and go out of there way to make sure your happy.. The touch up you made to the store the last few years are nice. Thanks so much for being the best in Town.“

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

“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!“

“I picked up a DoorDash from this place this morning. I also have lived in and work in Fullerton since 2019. I’ve never heard of this place! But the staff was friendly and it smelled divine in there! Can’t wait to try it!“

“I took my very picky 95 year old mother for dinner. We were warned by a friend to order in advance, which was key. She had an enormous fried chicken dinner, which while a bit pricey was delicious. We did use napkins to soak up the oil on the plate first.

I had the Fish and Chips, and it was delicious. Ordered my mom's chicken ahead by 25 minutes. So we only had a five minute wait for her food, important since "hangry" is her middle name.

The one downside which basically ruined dinner for us, and other diners, were a family whose kid was literally screaming, laughing at the top of her lungs for 45 minutes straight. The family sat at the farthest end of the restaurant while their noisy daughter was two tables away. Screaming.

We couldn't hear ourselves talk, and she was literally louder than everything else in the restaurant. The staff were young and hard working, understaffed if anything, and the manager should have had a chat with the family about quieting the child or leaving. It was unconscionably unacceptable behavior by the parents. We figured the daughter was 5-7.

I'm the father of two boys, one of whom was "spirited", but we never allowed that behavior. We either didn't go out with them until they showed they could behave properly, or in the case of a meltdown, we promptly took them outside till they cooled off. We had more than a few dinners where one of us sat in the car with one of boys! Family friendly does not mean "out of control" playground behavior.

I suppose it's not fair to ask the young kids working there to be put in the position of reminding parents that they need to respect their fellow diners. Especially with the level of hate and rage in current society.

But it's also not the role of the customers. We did see a large family wait for five minutes to order, discuss the screaming kid, and left, unable to tolerate it. Oh, and they had kids with them the same age.

Parking was a bit strange. You park in the lot, go through a gate that locks behind you, into the restaurant. But... that same gates locks so you have to walk around the restaurant into the parking lot to get back to your car. You can't use the gate. Not an issue for me, especially after all that fattening food, but my mom was in a wheelchair, so I propped open the gate, walked to the car in the disabled spot, drive closer to my mom, and fetched her and brought her to the car. So if you have folks with you that have limited mobility be aware. This was on a Saturday night, so maybe the gate isn't locked during the day.

The food was great, I'd recommend to plan and order ahead if you don't want a long wait. Not inexpensive or fast food, but worth it. We'll go again.

Parking: See my post for details.

Kid-friendliness: See post.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, but beware of the locking gate. See post.“

“Absolutely loved macho nachos, Korean style wings, hot dogs with bacon excellent“

“live entertainment , good service“

“My wife and I found this place by accident and I’m very glad we did. The decor and atmosphere is very attractive. They have a wide variety of food and drinks. The food is very tasty and the prices are not extreme. Our server, Elena, sorry if I misspelled her name, was so nice and attentive. An added plus is that it is literally right next to the train station-tracks. So you can enjoy, relax and wait for your train. The BLTA is an awesome sandwich. My wife had the patty melt and she enjoyed it very much.“

“I would suggest mobile ordering. It will be so much faster.“

“First time visit! We will be back! Fabulous dig-friendly patio! Adorable and vintage indoor seating. Vast menu! Quality food! Great service!“

“Food came in to our bellies real fast maybe the fact that it wasn't that busy had to do. Price is above average for BBQ and it's quality. Their garlic bread is delicious and the atmosphere not too loud. Their sauce if not that exiting but not bad as well.“

“Rise Rooftop Lounge So Cool. My Friend Sophia Is A Great Singer In YouTube & Live Music. My Girlfriend Julie & I Are Really Love To See The View In Disneyland Fireworks.“

“I came here to meet up with former coworkers as they were meeting at Hotel Fera. To my pleasant surprise, the hotel's bar exceeded all expectations. I typically don't have high hopes for 'hotel bar' food and drinks, but this experience completely changed my perspective. The wings were exceptionally delicious – perfectly crispy and flavorful – and the cocktails were clearly crafted with care and attention to detail. The added bonus of their fantastic Happy Hour prices makes this a highly recommended spot, even if you're not a hotel guest.“

“Good food and service……..“

“My Chimichurri steak wrap was soo good🔥!“

“What a fantastic surprise finding a restaurant that delivers delicious plant based AND regular food! We were so pleased with the excellent quality of everything we ordered. The delivery was so fast and the prices are very reasonable!

Dietary restrictions: Creative and delicious plant based food!“

“Great good, atmosphere, and service. Came by for a MNF game while in town for a realty conference this week. Waitress Allie was amazing! Highly recommend!“

“Jordan was the best server ever. Very attentive, kind, and amazing !! Barbie and Adam are both amazing and the food is always so fresh, delicious, and beautiful. This place is a regular stop for us. Everything on the menu is great, can't go wrong !!“

“Amazing experience!! Came here after flying in from New York, and chose this place because it is attached to our hotel (Holiday Inn). Our server, Juan, was super friendly and attentive. Tater tots topped with pico were amazing. The pork chop? I would smack someone for the chipotle-hoisin sauce on it. My sister liked the chicken parm. Deserted were amazing, highly recommend the cheesecake sampler (the fried was my favorite). $5 margaritas on Tuesday’s were great too! I would come here again and again! I wish we lived out here because I would be a regular 🙃“

“Great happy hour and good food. We went here while staying at the hotel for our Disney trip and it ended up being our groups rest spot after a long day. If you're going to get a specialty cocktail, the Smoky Sparrow was really smooth and the aromatics were wonderful. The server/bartender Zaira was really attentive and kind to our group with toddlers.“

“Excellent food and atmosphere“

“I go pretty frequently here for Trivia Nights. The staff is amazing and does very well to get everyone’s order out with so little employees. Greg is the best! He knows EVERYONES orders but always double checks that that’s what we want before bringing it out to us. The rest of the staff is always so nice and friendly.“

“We came for the ambiance but the food and drinks were out of this world. The service was impeccable and let me just add the food was delicious. I had the birria tacos and my finance had the brisket grilled cheese. Both dishes were flavorful and filling.

Now for the bar. Our drinks were perfect. They were well balanced so even though they were boozy (2 and I was good) they were delicious!“

“Found this lil spot yesterday and it was amazing. Gluten free pizza was SO GOOD which is a tough thing to come by with my diet. Great options for those who like beer, great mixed drinks. Overall wonderful experience for just driving by.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free options“

“Food is so good ! Service is awesome !“

“Had lots of fun, at the Chinese New Years festival“

“Hey there! I recently had the pleasure of dining at this amazing restaurant called The Gourmet Haven. Let me tell you, it was an absolute delight! The food was outstanding, with a diverse menu that catered to all tastes. From juicy steaks to flavorful vegetarian options, they had it all. The presentation was on point, and the flavors were simply exquisite. The service was top-notch too, with friendly and attentive staff who made sure we had a fantastic dining experience. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, creating the perfect atmosphere for a memorable meal. Overall, I highly recommend The Kellogg Ranch for anyone looking to indulge in a culinary adventure. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!“

“Wonderful crispy tofu appetizer. For entree we had ahi tuna and also the Scottish salmon with vegetables. Awesome! We ordered a few glasses of chardonnay. It was all delicious in a cozy restaurant with friendly staff that made it a great dinner experience. We arrived at 8.15pm, the kitchen last call is 8.30pm. We ordered everything right away. At 8.30pm they did come around for last call from the kitchen. We had an enjoyable dinner experience.“