50 Best American Restaurants in Orange

“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!“

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

“They are very kind to the public.“

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

“The best French Toast around!“

“Friendly people and Fantastic FOOOD!!!😎“

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

“Had a great time here! My husband and I love to come here and play pool. We shared an appetizer platter (with TONS of things on it- fried pickles, onion rings, fried macaroni, mozzarella sticks, chicken tendies) and wings,. We also enjoyed some yummy drinks. The atmosphere is lively, music is upbeat and plenty of energy (definitely on the louder side, but part of the fun!). With tons of TVs to catch the game, it’s a great spot for sports lovers and large groups looking to hang out, eat, drink, and have a good time. Definitely a fun spot for a night out!“

“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.“

“Counter service. Fresh made to order food. Friendly staff and validation for parking structure. Small cafeteria for office staff workers and public doing business in building. We came from an appointment close by. Approx 10 small tables. Maybe 30 occupancy.“

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

“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.“

“Really nice family owned shop. Helpful to have by court house and by hospital for staff and community. Decent prices & friendly staff. Good for soup, salad, sandwiches, rice bowls, burgers, pizza, deli, daily specials, other meals, snacks & drinks.“

“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.“

“INCREDIBLE TACO TUESDAY DEALS. Wonderful service, friendly staff (both bar and waitstaff) i recommend the carne asada in any form.

Any mistakes on their part are corrected quickly and with grace & kindness. They offer replacements and sometimes refunds for mess-ups.

It's loud for my taste but i have rather sensitive hearing - i have trouble hearing my friends talk but they seem to chat just fine so im sure it's just a me problem“

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

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

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

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

“The Hangar Steak was delicious as was everything“

“My Chimichurri steak wrap was soo good🔥!“

“We visited for a birthday brunch. The ambience was good but mellow. The restaurant sits in the back of the hotel lobby with a pretty view of the outside pond and landscape. It was too hot to sit outside but the large windows provided a good view. The food was delicious and flavorful. The drinks were pretty and tasty. The service was somewhat lacking. A couple servers were not too knowledgeable on both drink and food menus and one did not have the best manners. The restaurant was a lot quieter than expected which wasn't necessarily a bad thing. Overall, it was good.“

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

“Love love love Finneys! Right in the heart of the orange circle! Great prices! Excellent happy hour snacks! Love the games and the fun stuff! Misters outside when its hot . Great service! And fun for a date because you can walk around the orange circle and look at all the antique stores ! During prime time parking sucks on the circle. Thats the only bad thing .“

“We ordered a honey ham and two turkey breasts for pick-up. Our order was ready on time, but we were stuck in traffic trying to get there before the place closed. We called from our car and explained our dilemma.

As it turned out, we managed to arrive with about 10 minutes to spare. One of the servers had kindly bagged our order and set it in the fridge for us, assuming we likely have to pick it up the next day.

When we arrived, we received a warm welcome as we claimed our order. Nice people. Friendly service. Tasty food. Would definitely order from here again.“

“Just saw s blurb where some creek water customers left 20$ on a 400 tab. Then the SD is catching hell over posting it? And worse yet, some people were of the opinion that the tip tip was fine! All those people that bashed The SD, are people you never want in your establishment. If you cant tip stay your cheap ass home“

“Great place and excellent service. Thanks Rosie!!“

“A great spot for anyone waiting for a train. The restaurant offers a full menu with a variety of drinks and beverages to choose from. Enjoy your meal on the outdoor patio overlooking the Orange Train Station while watching the trains come and go. The hamburgers are big, juicy, and reasonably priced, making them a great value. Restrooms are available for restaurant customers, adding to the overall convenience of the location.“

“Woody's Diner is one of my favorites and I'm coming tonight to order BBQ Chicken Salad (my favorite) and bringing 2 friends with me to order too sometime around 5Pm“

“This place is a 10/5! I have a laundry list of allergies and even when a place is gluten and dairy free it is hard to find a place that will accommodate my other allergies like sunflower, soy, fish and the list goes on and on. Carly walked me through the menu and helped me choose things that were safe while also getting just as excited as me when we realized how much I could have! Carly, Brandon, and Jenna deserve a raise and promotion! They are so customer service oriented and handled our large group with ease and got all our food out together while also making sure everything was perfect! I will return just because of the customer service, let alone the food, which is to die for even if you don’t have allergies! For a “fast order” restaurant they did it better than most sit-down places in town. It was clean, well-stocked, and such a cute vibe! Cannot recommend enough!“

“Came here with my boyfriend because of the Professional Beer Inspector on Instagram. This place had one of the coldest beers featured in his reviews, so we had to check it out.

As soon as we walked in, the music was legit. No horrible new songs--just classics and rock 'n' roll.

Everyone was having a great time inside. You could tell they were locals having real conversations. The crowd was more mature, which was chill, but everyone was still welcoming and friendly. We arrived right before it got too packed for Karaoke Night (Fridays). We met one of the bartenders, Dylan, and he was phenomenal. He took his time with our orders and personally introduced himself with a handshake. The group next to us randomly invited us to sit with them. They were friendly people. Another bartender, Nissa, was even singing behind the bar.

While I was waiting in line to place an order, the manager, Rudy, came up to me and introduced himself. He welcomed us, thanked us for coming in, and told us to let him know if we needed anything. He was very friendly.

The music was bumping, but it wasn't too loud. Someone was celebrating a birthday, but everyone was vibing together. The food was decent, the front patio was great, and yes, the beer was ice cold.

If you're looking for a place with a more genuine crowd, friendly people, and none of the pretentious attitude you find at some Orange County bars, this place is a breath of fresh air. Hit this place up. They're awesome.“

“Fast service. Love the chefs touch. Warm and golden brown chicken. I always go here after the gym for meal prepping bowls-3- plus a discount. They always have deals and give the best prices. They always give more. I love it here definitely going always. Been busy more often. Overall they are getting popular“

“Great place for tasty coffee and to meet up with family, friends, and clients 👍🏻🏡“

“A perfect location for breakfast at the edge of the Fremont Experience. Clean restaurant with a modern diner vibe. Great service and food!“

“Tried this diner out with my wife. We walked in and the fine gentleman let us pick out a seat. We sat, got some coffee, then ordered our meals. Very good meals. Our server was very kind and personable. Highly recommend for a nice Friday morning by the tracks🚂“

“fantastic food very exciting tastes. wonderful place to eat.would definitely recommend“

“Marry Christmas & a happy new year 🎊🎈🥂to everyone.“

“Bowling is a unique game that’s both a sport and recreational indulgence. With more than 250,000 bowling lanes and 100 million players, it is considered among the most widely played sports in the world. It is a part of American culture, and even when many other sports activities have intruded on its space, it continues to be a crowd-pleaser. Bowling is a part of popular culture and has found a place in film, TV, and professional sport. It is also on its way to becoming an Olympic Sport in the not-so-distant future. Many movies have been made around the sport, and many famous men and women have expressed their appreciation and weakness for it. Bowling lingo has spread into other parts of our lives. Without further ado, for your amusement and inspiration – enjoy! If I had been on ‘Bowling for Dollars, I’d wind up owing them money. It’s not how you bowl; it’s how your roll. Never rent bowling shoes if you wear size 15. Dinosaurs didn’t bowl & now they are extinct. Coincidence?“

“Finally got a chance to try this spot. I remember when this used to be another restaurant called the pint house. Unfortunately I never got a chance to go to that spot, but I'm very glad I got a chance to try this place. First and foremost, they do not share a kitchen with the Prime Cut restaurant, they are completely different. I found a special event online that this restaurant was hosting an Oktoberfest beer experience all weekend long. Parking is ample, and exterior and interior are very clean. Staff are friendly, welcoming and professional. Their food and drink menus are great. Restrooms are very clean. Very happy I got to visit this spot and definitely going back soon.“

“If you want to pay a premium for your order, and then not get what you ordered, please pay a visit to The Burger Den! oh and if you ordered through a delivery service or their website, good luck finding a phone number to contact them when they fudge your order. Food 7/10 Service 0/10 reliability 0/10“

“Old classic American steakhouse. Bartenders are outstanding and pour a good drink not your standard 1 oz. . The Owners Jeff and Steve have greatly improved the place the last several years. I've seen their business increase. The food is very good and competitively priced. Some comments I read earlier that it was overly priced they must go to Denny's a lot. The weekends get packed. Sometimes 1-2 hour wait for dinner. They have entertainment on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. They also have great Happy Hour specials M-F. I'm just another happy customer that has been coming in for years.“

“Good time . Service was pretty good.“

“not crowded which i prefer..enjoyed cheesecake and fries..good service.. nice environment 👏“

“My husband and I enjoyed our date night. Great service and great food👍🏼 will definitely come back😍“

“Great food 🥘 Fast service super friendly. Will be back!!“

“We did our annual Mother’s Day lunch yesterday. We always celebrate 1 day early for Mother’s Day to avoid the crowds. We always receive the best service and great food. I just want to say our server, Michael, was AMAZING!!! I hope Market Broiler in Fremont realizes what an amazing employee Michael is.“

“Marie Callender's in Orange delivered a breakfast that was both satisfying and enjoyable from start to finish.

I ordered the B.L.A. omelet, filled with bacon, fresh tomatoes, and avocado, served with crispy hash browns, sourdough toast, and a hot cup of coffee. Everything was cooked well, tasted fresh, and made for a hearty breakfast.

My dining companion chose the sizzling breakfast plate with tater tots, scrambled eggs, smoked wood bacon, cheese, country gravy, and a couple of pancakes on the side. The presentation was impressive as it arrived still sizzling, and the generous portions made it an excellent choice for anyone with a big appetite.

One of the highlights of our visit was the service. Brenda was polite, friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful throughout the meal. She made sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive, and her positive attitude added to the overall experience.

The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a leisurely breakfast with family or friends. Between the quality of the food, the generous portions, and the outstanding service, this was a breakfast well worth the visit.

If you're looking for a dependable breakfast in Orange with classic comfort food, Marie Callender's is a solid choice. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.“

“We had so much fun at Dave & Buster's - Orange. It was such a good family night for all of us. The vibe was fun and energetic but still comfortable for the kids. The human crane was definitely the highlight. The kids thought it was the coolest thing ever and honestly it was just as fun watching them as it was for them being in it. It made the night feel extra special and different from a regular arcade visit. We also played darts and that was a big hit. It was nice having something the older kids and adults could enjoy together. Lots of laughing and a little friendly competition. Overall it was a great experience. Good food, fun games, and memories we will definitely talk about for a while. We will be back for sure.“

“Great portions , food and service are great 😊 my family’s favorite place now“

“We ordered from BJ’s this evening, and I honestly can’t say enough good things about our experience. Everything we ordered was absolutely fantastic. The chicken Alfredo was incredible. The chicken was cooked to perfection, the Alfredo sauce was delicious, and the garlic knots were genuinely some of the best garlic knots we’ve ever had. We also ordered the deep-dish pepperoni pizza, and my kids, who are HUGE pepperoni pizza fans, absolutely loved it. They said it was one of the best pepperoni pizzas they’ve ever had, which is saying a lot in our family! But as wonderful as the food was, what really made me want to leave this review was the customer service. Chris, the General Manager, is exceptional. He genuinely cares about the experience families have at his restaurant and goes above and beyond to make sure every customer leaves happy and full. Being in such a high-tourist area, we’ve unfortunately found that some restaurants don’t seem overly concerned about whether you’ll ever come back. They know there will always be another family visiting tomorrow. Chris is the complete opposite. He treats you like a returning regular, even when you’re just visiting. You can tell that he takes genuine pride in his restaurant, his customers and the experience people have there. Great food can make you enjoy a meal, but great service is what makes you remember a restaurant. This BJ’s managed to give us both. Between the incredible food and the way Chris takes care of his customers, they absolutely earned five stars from our family. We will definitely be back!“