Restaurants in Anaheim, CA
Peter St.Wecker, N4YRJ
I'm wondering if anyone can recommend some good (or at least decent)
restaurants in the area. I'll be staying at a hotel on S. Harbor, across
the street from Disneyland (it's called the Saga Inn).
As I probably won't have a car, are there any restaurants within
walking distance of there? For that matter, is it safe to walk there???
Thanks for any info!
-- Peter
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Peter St.Wecker, N4YRJ Internet:pswe...@med.unc.edu
(919) 966-1096 UUCP:pswe...@uncmed.uucp
Dept. of Physiology, Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill NC
If we knew what we were doing, it wouldn't be research
Dr. Robin Lake
> I'll be going to Anaheim at the end of October for a conference, and
>I'm wondering if anyone can recommend some good (or at least decent)
>restaurants in the area. I'll be staying at a hotel on S. Harbor, across
>the street from Disneyland (it's called the Saga Inn).
> As I probably won't have a car, are there any restaurants within
>walking distance of there? For that matter, is it safe to walk there???
Walking is safe, but you'll have trouble finding much worthwhile within
walking distance. Grab a cab down to Don Eduardo's, on Katella near
Harbor. Without a doubt the best marguaritas around, and very good
Mexican food at reasonable prices.
In a very different price range and further away, but excellent, is the
Cellar in Fullerton. May have moved/closed in the past few years, but a
meal to remember at a price only an expense account could love!
Rob Lake
BP Research
la...@rcwcl1.dnet.bp.com
David L. Markowitz
>In article <1992Sep15.2...@samba.oit.unc.edu> pswe...@med.unc.edu (Peter St.Wecker, N4YRJ) writes:
>> I'll be going to Anaheim at the end of October for a conference, and
>>I'm wondering if anyone can recommend some good (or at least decent)
>>restaurants in the area. I'll be staying at a hotel on S. Harbor, across
>>the street from Disneyland (it's called the Saga Inn).
>> As I probably won't have a car, are there any restaurants within
>>walking distance of there? For that matter, is it safe to walk there???
>Walking is safe, but you'll have trouble finding much worthwhile within
>walking distance. Grab a cab down to Don Eduardo's, on Katella near
>Harbor. Without a doubt the best marguaritas around, and very good
>Mexican food at reasonable prices.
I agree that it is safe, and that most restaurants within walking distance
aren't worth walking to (unless you *Love* McDonalds). On the other
hand, I started a list of restaurants in the area about two years ago.
It is by no means all-inclusive. I will attach it below.
Updates would be appreciated. Hey, you guys at Odetics! Where do you eat?
>In a very different price range and further away, but excellent, is the
>Cellar in Fullerton. May have moved/closed in the past few years, but a
>meal to remember at a price only an expense account could love!
I believe the Cellar is still there, but be warned: It really is in a
cellar, accessible (if that is the right word) only via a steep, narrow
staircase. I grew up in Fullerton, but shortly before I got old (and
rich) enough to go there I became confined to a wheelchair, and thus
have never had the pleasure. I understand it is *very* romantic.
Here is the list:
The Unofficial USEnet Near-Disneyland Restaurant List!
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(Okay, so YOU pick a better name!)
Last update, September 1992
Mail me (or post) your additions, and reviews of places already on
here! Info desired includes phone numbers, addresses, price ranges I
don't have listed (or I have wrong), info about non-smoking sections,
wheelchair access, credit cards accepted, hours of operation, etc.
Opinions listed without attribution are mine, or those of my friends.
All others are listed by name and E-address (if possible) so you get
credit for reviews (sorry, no money), and so people can write and ask
WHY you felt the way you did. Any quotes are indented. Any commentary
not indented is mine.
I'm sorry, I refuse to list fast food joints. We've got to maintain
SOME standards around here. It should suffice to say that just about
any fast food commonly found in California is available within 5 blocks.
Prices are average dinners for adults, sans alcohol.
Call ahead to verify these prices, specials, etc.
David L. Markowitz
d...@gtc.com
Restaurants across the street (or nearly)
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Well, there are LOTS of these (as one might guess), and they are almost all
lousy and overpriced (also as one might guess).
Acapulco across Harbor from the main gate isn't bad, and the prices are
reasonable, for a restaurant within walking distance of the front gate.
Thomas D. Graham (gra...@arcturus.uucp) feels it is "a bad
value to my taste and wallet".
The Jolly Roger (Harbor & Katella) has a coffee shop and a nicer
restaurant. I think the food is okay, but the prices are high. $10-$20
Thomas D. Graham (gra...@arcturus.uucp) feels it is "a decent
restaurant".
Tony Roma's (1640 S Harbor Blvd) features ribs and bar-b-que. I have
been here, and was unimpressed. I'm not a big rib lover, though, so
make your own judgements. Children's menu. $10-$25
From the June USENIX brochure:
"Best ribs in town".
how...@gpu.utcs.utoronto.ca (Howard Lem) says:
I haven't been to this one, but have been to others and the
ribs are good.
Restaurants within five miles (there must be THOUSANDS of 'em!)
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Ball & St. College
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Gustav's Jagerhaus - Old Fashioned Bar-B-Que and German Food (Ball &
the 57) is a nice place. I've never tried the BBQ, but the German food
is great! A German friend of mine even likes the place. I go there
for lunch about every other week. Try splitting one "German Combo"
between two people. The "Home Fries" are a must! Daily specials.
$8-$10.
Thomas D. Graham (gra...@arcturus.uucp) agrees!
Benihana's (Ball & St. College) serves up Teppanyaki-style food and a
show. A bit overpriced, but if you enjoy seeing your food sliced,
diced and flipped in front of you, it can make a nice evening.
$15-$20.
El Torito's (Ball & St. College) Sunday brunch is a sinful Mexican
brunch. Also available daily for lunch, but isn't as good.
Willy's Eatery (Ball & St. College) is a breakfast-and-lunch place (no
dinner). They feature a great vegie sandwich and "The Second Best
Chicken Sandwich in Town". A vegetarian coworker goes there frequently
for lunch. $5
2101 E. Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 535-6713
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM M-F
7:30 AM - 3:00 PM Sat
St. College & Katella
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Casa Maria (Katella & St. College) has adequate Mexican food at average
prices. $5-$10
Charley Brown's (St. College just north of Katella) has a great prime
rib special, early bird daily and all night Sunday for $8.95!
Reservations a must!
Mr. Stox (Katella west of St. College) is a really fancy place with
great service and food, and prices to match. I had a memorable
birthday dinner there a few years back, and it was a very nice
experience. Reservations a must! $$$
Various Places
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Shiki (Katella & 55) does the as Benihana's, only cheaper, or so I'm
told. A bit out-of-the-way, though.
Belisles (12001 Harbor Blvd., on Harbor and Chapman) is a famous pink
restaurant that serves the largest portions anywhere. The sign in the
window reads "5 out of 4 eat here". The food is okay, home style (lots
of brown gravy and mashed potatoes). $15-$25
how...@gpu.utcs.utoronto.ca (Howard Lem) says:
Open 24 hrs. Biggest portions around. Three can dine on two
entrees. I am a big eater and I could not finish the dinner.
Food is served hot, and is good. This is a place to go to when
you're hungry and in a large group. Leave room for the
desserts! Wet your appetite while you're waiting. They're on
display. Most filling I've ever seen in an apple pie anywhere!
I've been there, the staff is friendly, and prices are reasonable.
Crackers (710 East Katella Ave.) From the June USENIX brochure:
"Sheer madness and fun with burgers, ribs, and chicken in a
basket. Beer by the pitcher. Only go here if you're
interested in a rousing good time and a chance to sing at the
top of your lungs. Two shows nightly with the late show a
little risque." $15-$25
Unfortunately, it isn't wheelchair accessable.
Luigi's (Lincoln between East & St. College) gets a recommedation from
Thomas D. Graham (gra...@arcturus.uucp) for their Italian food. He
calls it "the best in Orange County". I'm afraid I must disagree. I
found it loud, with good food (and lots of it!). It is also NOT a
fancy place, but is best viewed as a lunch place or (very) casual
dinner place. Try the Linguini Vollo Bianco (white clam sauce)!
$5-$15
La Fayette (12532 Garden Grove Blvd.), From the June USENIX brochure:
Intimate setting serving French cuisine. "The service is
impeccable and the wine list is commendable. Reservations are
a MUST!" $15-$$$
A review of Burrell's Rib Cage from Richard Clark <rdc...@apple.com>:
Saying that "Tony Roma's has the best ribs in town" is showing
a definite lack of good research. :)
If you want some outrageous ribs, try a place called "Burrell's
Rib Cage". It's run by Fred Burrell (who used to be one of the
head chefs for the Disneyland hotel) and his family. Some of
the best Southern cooking to be had anywhere -- and this was
confirmed by some co-workers who grew up in Georgia.
If you're looking for ambience, go elsewhere. (The original
(and, in my opinion, the best)) Burrell's doesn't have a dining
room. You get to eat in the small fenced-in yard next to the
house.
2 locations: 2nd and Hesperian, in Santa Ana (near 1st and
Bristol, call for directions), and another at Newport/Lyon
streets (I think), also in Santa Ana.
P.S. Leave room for the fresh fruit cobbler. You won't be sorry
(or hungry!)
Restaurants within ten miles (there must be MILLIONS of 'em!)
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Near Harbor & Commonwealth
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Mandarin Pavillion (Valencia just west of Euclid in Fullerton) looks
like an old, run down place on the outside, and just average on the
inside, but it serves the best Schezuan in north Orange County! (IMHO)
Try the "Aromatic Shrimp". Reservations taken. $11-$16
Mulberry Street (Wilshire 1/2 block west of Harbor in Fullerton) is a
small, cute Italian restaurant that always makes me feel like I'm in
Sam's place on Cheers - everyone at the (small) bar knows everyone
else, the waiters are friendly, and the food is great! Try any special
with seafood and/or with sun-dried tomatoes in the sauce. The only
down side here is that the place is too small for a non-smoking
section. Reservations a must! Good looking wine list, but since I
don't drink all I'll say is that this place gives me the impression
that they would really care about having a great wine list. $8-$16
Rutabagorz (Pomona near Wilshire in Fullerton [2 blocks from Mulberry
Street]) is a popular hangout for the college crowd. Lots of vegie
food. Alas and alack, it is not wheelchair accessable, so I haven't
been there in over 15 years, but it is a favorite of my vegetarian
roommate.
The Old Spaghetti Factory (Harbor just south of Commonwealth in the
old train station) is one of the chain by that name. It is just as
nice, just as good, and just as crowded, as all their other places.
Expect to wait 30-45 minutes for dinner. $5-$10
Near Harbor & Orangethorpe
Ruby's (Harbor & Orangethorpe) is a 50's diner with good burgers.
The New Dehli Express (same) is a tiny Indian restaurant with an
assortment of dishes I've never seen at any other Indian place (and
I've tried quite a few). It is also always empty on Saturday
evenings. I think they stay open just in the hope that we'll come.
$10-$15
China Palms (same) is a great, and popular, chinese restaurant. Semi-
fancy. Good food, good service, visually impressive place. Wear nice
clothes here. $10-$15
There is also a sushi bar in the same clump of restaurants as the
above three.
Spoons (same) serves up Tex-Mex and burgers. Very good fajitas,
burgers and fries. $5-$9
Tony Roma's Ribs (same) are a popular rib house. See above review
of another Tony Roma's location.
Anita's New Mexico Style Mexican Food is a wonderful place on Harbor a
couple blocks north of Commonwealth. If you've ever tried "New Mexico"
style (also called "Santa Fe" and "Southwest" style), you'll know that
the red and green chili sauces are wonderful. Try the stuffy dinner
(stuffed sopaipilla with carne adovada, and sopaipilla and honey on the
side) while sitting on the outdoor patio. One of my favorite informal
places to eat! $5-$10
--
David L. Markowitz
Solaris Systems Division - Genisco Technology Corporation
d...@gtc.com
Bill Rubin
mile or two from Mr. Stox (which I agree is excellent). The Catch is right
across from Anaheim Stadium, and as the name would imply, it is a fish
place. I went there for lunch last March during a conference and the food
was excellent, with very large portions for a very reasonable price. Dinner
prices are somewhat higher.
-- Bill ru...@watson.ibm.com
ow...@news.duc.auburn.edu
> In article <1992Sep15.2...@samba.oit.unc.edu> pswe...@med.unc.edu (Peter St.Wecker, N4YRJ) writes:
>> I'll be going to Anaheim at the end of October for a conference, and
>>I'm wondering if anyone can recommend some good (or at least decent)
>>restaurants in the area. I'll be staying at a hotel on S. Harbor, across
>>the street from Disneyland (it's called the Saga Inn).
>> As I probably won't have a car, are there any restaurants within
>>walking distance of there? For that matter, is it safe to walk there???
>
> Walking is safe, but you'll have trouble finding much worthwhile within
> walking distance. Grab a cab down to Don Eduardo's, on Katella near
> Harbor. Without a doubt the best marguaritas around, and very good
> Mexican food at reasonable prices.
My experience in this area is comprised of about 3 trips to DECUS, the last
being 5 or 6 years ago, so my comments may or may not still be valid.
Anyway, as stated above, there is not much that is worthwhile in the area.
The one exception I found was, strangely enough, a seafood restaurant (I
don't recall the name) in the Disneyland Hotel compound. It's located on
the water in the "lake" in the middle of the compound. At least the grilled
swordfish I had on both occasions I ate there was wonderful. They also
pass my test for a good restaurant -- a really good cup of coffee (with a
decent piece of cheesecake).
Larry Owen
Dr. Robin Lake
>In article <196304...@usenet.INS.CWRU.Edu>, la...@cwjcc.INS.CWRU.Edu (Dr. Robin Lake) writes:
>> In article <1992Sep15.2...@samba.oit.unc.edu> pswe...@med.unc.edu (Peter St.Wecker, N4YRJ) writes:
>>> I'll be going to Anaheim at the end of October for a conference, and
>>>I'm wondering if anyone can recommend some good (or at least decent)
>>>restaurants in the area. I'll be staying at a hotel on S. Harbor, across
>>>the street from Disneyland (it's called the Saga Inn).
>The one exception I found was, strangely enough, a seafood restaurant (I
>don't recall the name) in the Disneyland Hotel compound. It's located on
>the water in the "lake" in the middle of the compound. At least the grilled
>swordfish I had on both occasions I ate there was wonderful. They also
>pass my test for a good restaurant -- a really good cup of coffee (with a
>decent piece of cheesecake).
>
I'll second the cheesecake! You can get it to go from the coffee shop
(at the end of the hallway on the southeast side).