Restaurants around the Disneyland Area

[WICKEDBUSA]

Hi everyone. I was wondering if anyone knew of any restaurants around the Disneyland area. I am graduating at the Anaheim Convention Center on November 9, and my family is planning on taking me out to dinner after. I'm looking for something like a seafood buffet. Any help would be appreciated. I'll be back on the 11th to visit the park in celebration of my graduation from college!!!

[iTS a SMaLL WoRLD_]

Re: Restaurants around the Disneyland Area

Congratulations on graduation! I still have a some years yet, but I would hope for a Disney graduation present

I don't live in Cali, so I don't know the area as well as others would, but would the Downtown Disney area be an option? I know that they have some great restaurants there, although they may be crowded.

[Tedi Bara]

Re: Restaurants around the Disneyland Area

Joes Crab Shack!

[The Forbidden Eye]

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There are two Denny's locations around the resort. Ones on Harbor Blvd and ones on Katella Ave. There are several others so you might want to check it out.

[WICKEDBUSA]

Re: Restaurants around the Disneyland Area

Congratulations on graduation! I still have a some years yet, but I would hope for a Disney graduation present

I don't live in Cali, so I don't know the area as well as others would, but would the Downtown Disney area be an option? I know that they have some great restaurants there, although they may be crowded.

Thank you!

[Darkbeer]

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Seafood Buffet, I like the International Buffet on Harbor in Garden Grove.

http://darkbeer.smugmug.com/gallery/1151153/1/53693766

Note, the photos are from January 2006, and the prices have risen slightly since then.

But with all the cooking stations, including the Mongolian BBQ, you should have enough choices for everyone, no matter there prefences.

[pratt55]

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Slightly OT but I would appreciate it if someone would post some reviews/opinions of offsite but near the resort favorite:

Pizza Place
Mexican Food
Thai Food
Chinese Food

[MissChristine]

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Firstly, congrats on your graduation! It's such a cool but strange feeling.

So seafood, huh? Yeah, there's Joe's Crab Shack. Kind of like a seafood version of Applebee's. Are you going for fancy at all? Just plain good food at Mimi's Cafe on Harbor next to the Howard Johnson hotel. There's a Buca Di Beppo and Red Robin on Harbor at Chapman (I think that's the cross-street).

[MissChristine]

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Here's a list from the Anabella Hotel of restaurants in the Disneyland area.

http://www.anabellahotel.com/attr_restaurants.htm

Anaheim Restaurants
The Anabella Hotel is surrounded with restaurants to satisfy every taste. Whether you want to grab something quick near the convention center, dine out with the family or a have a nice dinner out on the town - you can find dining in every cuisine.
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American Restaurants

Tangerine Grill & Patio
Located Inside the Anabella Hotel
1030 W. Katella
Anaheim, CA 92802
714.772.1186
Experience the fusion of classic ingredients and colorful flavors pulled from the Pacific Rim and Southern California. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. the Tangerine Grill includes a children's menu, outdoor dining and a full service bar for your dining pleasure. $$

777 Convention Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/750-4321
Relaxed dining in an attractive, tropical-themed atrium cafe. Open daily from 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. Renowned for its abundant breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets. Child's menu. All major credit cards accepted. $
The Catch Seafood & Steakhouse
1929 S. State College Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92806
714/634-1829
The Catch Seafood Grill has been Orange County's local favorite since 1979, serving only the freshest seafood from around the world, "Certified Angus" prime rib, pastas and California's finest wines. Dress: Business/casual. Child's menu. Lunch Mon. - Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon. - Thurs. 5-9:30 p.m.; Fri. - Sat. 5-10 p.m. Happy hour Mon. - Fri. 3-7 p.m. All major credit cards accepted. $$

Downtown DisneyGoofy's Kitchen
DisneylandHomeTown Buffet
1630 W. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92803
714/539-2234
Family-style restaurant with good prices, high quality foods and terrific service. Featuring two salad bars, vegetables, fruits, side dishes, main entrees, desserts and beverage station. Dining days/hours: Breakfast, Sun., 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; lunch, Mon. - Sat., 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; dinner, Mon. - Thur., 3:30 - 9 p.m.; Fri. - Sat., 3:30 - 9:30 p.m. Banquet capacity 60. Casual dress. DS, MC, V. $

Downtown DisneyJ.T. Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery
2610 E. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92806
714/937-1901
Incredible dining atmosphere including a display kitchen and brewery. Gourmet microbrews combined with upscale California cuisine. Banquet facilities, live music and patio dining. Located across from the Arrowhead Pond. Dress casual. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 11:30 a.m.-12 midnight; Sat. 12 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-12 midnight. AE-DC-DS-MC-V. $$
Millie's Restaurant
1480 S. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/535-6892
Family style restaurant offering good food and great desserts. Fresh salads, steaks and all you can eat buffet. Across from Disneyland's main entrance. Child's menu. Dress casual. Open daily 6 a.m. - midnight. All major credit cards accepted. $
Mr. Stox
1105 E. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92805
714/634-2994
Mr. Stox has been awarded the prestigious DiRoNa Award, as well as Southern California Restaurant Writer's Golden Bacchus Award (wine list) and Golden Sceptre (cuisine) Award. Mr. Stox is known for its homemade breads, fresh pasta, prime New York steaks, lamb, veal and always fresh seafood. Elegant atmosphere, cozy booths, cocktail lounge, 900+ wine list. Pianist nightly. Private party rooms. Reservations are suggested at this family-owned business. Lunch 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon. - Fri. Dinner 5:30-10 p.m. daily. Child's menu. All major credit cards accepted. $$$
Tiffy's Family Restaurant
1060 W. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/635-1801
Family-style restaurant. Fresh strawberry Belgian waffles, homemade soup, salads and gourmet burgers. Succulent barbeque ribs and tender prime rib. Featuring the best homemade ice cream in Anaheim. Player piano. Open seven days. Mon. - Fri., 6 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. and Sun., 6 a.m. - midnight. Banquet capacities: 50. Child's menu. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. MC, V. $

Chinese

Ming Delight Restaurant
409 W. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92831
714/758-0978
Featuring Mandarin, Cantonese and Szechuan traditional foods while dining in an elegantly furnished restaurant. Within walking distance of the Anaheim Convention Center and Disneyland Park. Banquet capacity: 100-300. Children eat free with paying adult. Open for lunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner 5-10 p.m. DS-MC-V. $
Wah Sing Chinese Restaurant
575 Chapman Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/740-1888
Authentic Chinese cuisine located near the Anaheim Convention Center. Luncheon buffet served daily. Banquet capacity: 200. Open daily 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. AE,V. $

Italian
Anaheim White House
887 S. Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
714/772-1381
The Anaheim White House serves elegant Italian and seafood. Honored as one of the best restaurants in Orange County. 1999 winner of "Best Chef in Southern California" and "Golden Scepter" for Italian cuisine. This 1909 restored Victorian home is an Anaheim hidden treasure. From 1999 Zagat, "Absolutely outstanding...excellent in Italian fare...superb service...always an experience." Reservations recommended. Occasionally the entire house can be rented for private parties up to 500 people. Dress attire preferred, coat and tie not required. Open for lunch Mon. - Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner served daily 5-10 p.m. Banquet capacity 200. AE-V-MC. $$$$

Bella Marri's
20 S. Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
714/991-9700
Italian family restaurant located less than one mile from the Anaheim Convention Center. Serving pastas, veal, chicken, pizza and seafood. Open daily for lunch/dinner. All major credit cards accepted. $

Luigi's D'Italia
801 S. State College Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92806
714/490-0990
Authentic Italian restaurant, fresh seafood daily, veal, homemade pastas, all family owned and operated with over 15 years of fine service. Banquet capacities: 25-30. Casual dress. Entertainment. Lunch, dinner. AE-DS-MC-V. $
Mama Cozza's Italian Restaurant
2170 W. Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92804
714/635-0063
Celebrating over 33 years of fine Italian cuisine and casual dining. Open for lunch and dinner. Food to go - Early Bird menu - cozy neighborhood bar - reasonable prices. Child's menu. Reservations suggested. Private room accommodates up to 150. Mon. - Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri., 11:30 a.m.-11p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., 4-10 p.m. AE-DC-DS-MC-V. $
Pavia - Hilton Anaheim
777 Convention Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/750-4321
Pavia recreates the ambience of a Mediterranean villa and serves a selection of fresh pastas, seafood and Italian specialties. Live entertainment of romantic Italian ballads and show tunes. Banquet area available. Reservations recommended. All major credit cards accepted. $$$

Japanese

Benihana
2100 E. Ball Rd
Anaheim, CA 92806
714/774-4940
Enjoy steak, chicken, seafood and vegetables prepared right before your eyes by your very own showman chef! Winner "Best Japanese Restaurant" by the Orange County Register. Full sushi bar. Lunch Mon. - Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sun. 1-4 p.m. Dinner Mon. - Thurs., 5-10 p.m.; Fri. - Sat., 5-11 p.m.; Sun. 4-9 p.m. Reservations recommended. Child's menu. All major credit cards accepted. $$
The Sushi Bar
Hilton Anaheim
Master Sushi chefs prepare fresh seafood, Japanese sushi, and sashimi. The Sushi Bar is open from 6-11 Monday - Saturday. $$
Yamabuki
Disney's Paradise PierAcapulco Restaurant
1410 S. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/956-7380
Acapulco offers a festive atmosphere to enjoy deliciously prepared Mexican dishes like sizzling fajitas, authentic Mexican combinations, seafood specialties and delicious margaritas. Dress: casual. Banquet capacity: 75. Child's menu. Karaoke Tues. - Sat. Open Mon. - Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. - Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. All major credit cards accepted. $

El Torito
1801 E. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92805
714/634-1888
Contemporary Mexican food with a "fresh attitude." El Torito is proud to present a wide variety of traditional Mexican dishes served in old Mexican-style atmosphere by a professional, attentive staff. Best known for margaritas, fresh sizzling fajitas, Sunday brunch buffet and an innovative happy hour. Dining hours: Lunch: Mon. - Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner: Mon. - Thu. 3-10 p.m.; Fri. - Sat. 3-11 p.m.; Sun. 2-10 p.m. Sunday brunch: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Banquet capacities: 35-200. Casual dress. Child's menu. All major credit cards accepted. $
Fresca's Mexican Grill
2085 E. Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92805
714/935-0666
Freshly made Sonoran-style Mexican food. Served in an upbeat, yet casual setting. Patio dining available. All major credit cards accepted. $
La Casa Garcia
531 W. Chapman Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802
714/740-1108
Family-style authentic Mexican cuisine served in a cozy home-style atmosphere. Specializing in Mexican seafood dishes, carne asada, sizzling fajitas and frothy margaritas. Open seven days Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. - Sun. 8 a.m-11 p.m. Casual dress. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. AE-MC-V. $
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[ni_teach]

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Joes Crab Shack!

The only problem with Joe's Crab Shack is that there is NO parking around there. I have gone several times and I can't find a place to park to save my life.

[DisneyIPresume]

Re: Restaurants around the Disneyland Area

The only problem with Joe's Crab Shack is that there is NO parking around there. I have gone several times and I can't find a place to park to save my life.

Do they have valet parking there? I know that the Joe's Crab Shack in Newport Beach has valet, so perhaps the Garden Grove location does as well.

Also further south on Harbor in Garden Grove there is a Red Lobster.

[RooBear]

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Actually, if you've not had a chance to go to Buca--being from New York et al, it's really a fun affair. All the food portions are HUGE (and expensive) but it encourages you to discuss with your fellow diners what you wish to indulge in. It reminds me of the terrific dives you can discover in Little Italy in NYC--it's fun and it's a hint of home.

Sometimes they have seafood dishes, but the focus is on Italian food.

I'm not a big fan of Joe's Crab Shack. It's wonderously loud and hard to talk to one another. Besides, it's chain.

Come to think of it, so is Buca di Beppo.

Why not take the time to drive over to Newport? I know there's the great Crab Cooker out there. It's a fish market with basic seating, but the food is fresh and, again, a terrific dive, as it were.

Most of all, it's your graduation---it's going to be memorable whereever you decide to go.

If you are a Disney fan, there's something to be said eating on site in Downtown or the Hotels.

Whatever you decide, let us know! You've already enticed us with your tentative plans--share your memories when done!

Peace,
Roo

[Darkbeer]

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There is also a Crab Cooker in Tustin, great food, but not a buffet, which was the OP request.

For a seafood buffet, I still think the International Buffet is a good choice, plenty of Seasfood and Sushi, plus plenty of "meat" for those who prefer non-seafood items.

Also reasonable priced. You can usually find a discount coupon in the travel magaznes located in your hotel room and/or front desk areas.

[RobotMirror]

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I drove by the Gardenwalk yesterday and saw the Cheesecake Factory and Bubba Shrimp signs are up - very exciting, all the new restaurant choices that are going in!

[erinpope23]

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Yes, Bubba Gumps looked pretty close to being done, though not in time for your graduation! Congrats on the college diploma! Only one more year and I will have my daughter through college, and only have 3 more kids to work on, sheesh! ;-) Something in downtown Disney would sound fun...maybe House of Blues?

[ni_teach]

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Do they have valet parking there? I know that the Joe's Crab Shack in Newport Beach has valet, so perhaps the Garden Grove location does as well.

Also further south on Harbor in Garden Grove there is a Red Lobster.

I have not been there for a while, but I did not see any valet parking for Joe's

[drb]

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As far as Seafood buffets, there's Todai, which is a Japanese seafood buffet, so one side has sushi, chilled cooked crab legs and other cold items, and the other is hot food, including lots of hot seafood (including lobster at dinner), all you can eat. The closest locations I can find to Anaheim are

Todai Restaurant
1500 E Village Way # 2203, Orange, CA
(714) 974-0763

Todai Restaurant Westminster
2008A Westminster Mall, Westminster, CA
(714) 891-0081

Both look to be about five miles away.

There's also the Asia Buffet in the Buena Park Mall, on LaPalma between Beach and Magnolia.
8360 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA
(714) 828-5780
It's sort of Pan-Asian: Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, etc., including sushi and hot seafood dishes.