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    Carnation Cafe

    3.8 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise

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    Mickey Waffle w/ bacon
    Jason M.

    When planning my day at DLR, I only made sit-down dinner reservations as I usually grab something quick for breakfast when hitting the parks. However, this was my first time here so we made the impromptu decision to attempt a sit-down restaurant. Carnation Cafe was staring us in the face, and we were fortunate that the wait for a table was only about 10 minutes. That being said, we decided to grab breakfast here. CC has a long history at DL. The eatery is technically an opening-day business along with the park back in 1955. It started as an ice cream parlor, but over the years has evolved into the restaurant it is today. The location is prime - right on Main Street USA with a plethora of outdoor seating that is prime for parade viewing and people watching. The interior isn't as charming, but luckily we were seated in the former. The overall aesthetics match that of its surroundings, and each table is adorned with a red carnation which I thought was a nice touch. The menu contains mostly classic American dishes, with touches of Southwest influence. A lovely day, my first time in DL, on Main St USA - the setting was too perfect NOT to have a Mickey Waffle so I went with that. The waffle was good - it came with the standard butter and syrup, as well as my choice of protein side (I got bacon). My only issue was with the syrup - it had weird consistency, very stringy? I doubt it was real maple syrup, so that's likely the reason why it was off. Besides that, it was a delightful breakfast. Service was great - the Cast Members were friendly, and I appreciated them being able to squeeze us in. Overall, I had a good experience at Carnation Cafe; while food was good, I wouldn't say it's the primary reason to come here. The food, in combination with the history and prime location make this a destination-worthy restaurant in Disneyland Park.

    Randall B.

    It's easy to pick apart Dland food. Some is horrible and some good and some really pretty tasty. The carnation cafe can be hit or miss but today it was darn tasty. We had reservations and were sat outside in about five minutes. The menu is very limited but does offer just enough most people could find something they like. We both had the turkey club sandwich. They were tasty and all the parts of the sandwich were fresh and filled with flavor. The fries were good, too. We had the fried pickles to start and the we're also really good. Overall not complaint and in fact one of the service teams really made the day. Dave was ao polite and well spoken it as like a breath of fresh air. He's a keeper.

    Beef short rib!
    Frankie M.

    Main Street at Disneyland is beloved for its nostalgic charm, emporiums, quaint shops and detailed architecture. It is the gateway to the magic world of Disney! During our visit we made reservations at Carnation Cafe. They serve up some of the best American comfort food at Disneyland Resort- beef short rib, fried pickles, wedge salads, and my personal favorite, baked potato soup! Service is exceptional. And the staff were friendly and amicable. The atmosphere is charming and nostalgic, with outdoor seating on Main Street. Prices are relatively high compared to other dining options. But overall, we had an amazing dining experience!

    Parmesan Toasted Patty Melt
    Rudy M.

    I finally got the chance to have food here. Despite that it was a rainy day and we couldn't sit outside, we ate inside the section where they sell ice cream. We were seated and given menus but they have a select amount of dishes. I knew immediately that I wanted to try Walt's Chili. It was really good, with breadcrumbs on top, cheese, sour cream and chives. I got the toasted Parmesan patty melt, with beef patty, Monterrey jack cheese, grilled onions, house sauce on sourdough bread. It was by far the best patty melt I've ever had in my whole life. Every bite was incredible. It will be quite difficult to match that. The turkey club sandwich was my partner's choice with bacon, tomato, cheese, lettuce, mayonnaise and lemon aioli on sourdough. She's not crazy about bacon but it was damn good to munch on. She enjoyed her sandwich and of course the fries were really really good. The service was great, they looked after us at any moment that we needed them. In your first visit to Disneyland I would highly recommend you make reservations to come here.

    Chicken plate
    Kristen B.

    Carnation Cafe is always a go-to for us and has become a family tradition. I've been coming here since I was a baby, and now I get to bring my preteen, which makes it even more special. Her absolute "must-have" every visit is the fried chicken dish. The chicken is always perfectly cooked, and the mashed potatoes with gravy are amazing. The green beans are consistently good, and we always enjoy the side of breadsticks as well. This time we also tried the Oreo cake for dessert and it was delicious! The ambiance is always wonderful, and the service has consistently been great. It's one of those classic Disneyland spots that keeps us coming back every visit.

    Joey R.

    Carnation Café at Disneyland had really good food. I ordered the salad with the green goddess dressing and the potato soup, and both were fresh and flavorful. The dressing especially stood out--it had that classic creamy herb flavor that worked perfectly with the salad. The only downside was the view from our table. We could clearly see staff cleaning equipment and supplies in plain sight, which felt a little un-Disney. One of the things Disneyland usually does so well is keeping the "behind the scenes" stuff hidden to preserve the magic. Overall the food was great, but the atmosphere lost a bit of the Disney immersion because of that.

    Entrance
    Roselia G.

    A great option for one of your meals while here at Disneyland! Our waitress Danielle went above and beyond for our duel birthday celebration. Thank you to the whole staff for making our meal special!

    Katie R.

    Ate here a few months ago. Made a reservation in advance for 4 people. It was super crowded inside checking in with the hostess and we were seated a little bit later than our reservation. Service was great otherwise. We were seated outside in their cramped outside area. The food was just okay. I did really like the Walt's chili with the nice touch of fried cornbread batter on top. My husband enjoyed his patty melt but said the seasoned fries were the best part of it. I ordered the beef stroganoff which they no longer have on their menu. If they ever do bring it back, don't get it. It was flavorless and salty all at once and the noodles were overcooked.

    Mickey-shaped Waffle
    Liliana M.

    The first time I went to the Carnation Cafe, I did the virtual waitlist for dinner. I was a couple minutes late because of parade traffic but luckily, I still got a table. People that came after me were not so lucky. The second time I tried to go, the park was packed and there was no way of getting in, so I made a reservation about 3 weeks in advance. I was really excited because I always wanted a Mickey waffle. I went with my friend and she was surprised that the breakfast prices (for food and coffee) were reasonable. The waffle was good but it's an average waffle. The bacon was fantastic. My friend enjoyed her breakfast sandwich which I would want to try next time.

    Walter H.

    Disneyland on a Saturday night, you had better have made reservations ahead of time! We chose the Carnation Cafe over a week before we arrived. The food is always consistent and they have great soup and chili! The staff is always nice and the restaurant is always clean. The food was amazing and the prices were somewhat reasonable. As always, the baked potato soup and Walt's chili were both very good! The fried pickle spears are tart and always tasty. The Holiday Special had the most tender NY Medallions of beef, accompanied by mashed potatoes and fresh green beans! A great way to fuel up to make it to the fireworks and later!

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    Brittany T.

    Another Disney dining experience in the books and I gotta say, Carnation Cafe was... just okay? I know this is probably blasphemy to some Disney lovers but I didn't get much whimsy here and the theming wasn't as much fun as some of the other dining spots. It's also pretty crammed in here. Idk, I just didn't get much of that Disney magic I'm looking for. Our main reason for stopping by on New Years Day was to get the holiday special platter before the holidays were officially over. We succeeded and this plate was rather tasty! This is why I offer four stars. While Disney has definitely upped their food game in recent years, it can be hard to say that some of these sit down dining experiences have culinary offerings that are truly worth the price. I think Carnation Cafe is pretty solid when it comes to that. The plate was around $30 if I recall but it came with a delicious cut of meat, cheesy mashed potatoes, green beans, and a dinner roll. It was definitely filling and warming after a cold and rainy morning in the park. Service was excellent as well, which is standard at Disney but always much appreciated.

    Christa M.

    We made breakfast reservations here and got seated a few minutes after we arrived. We were seated out on the patio and it was pretty busy. Our server came over and took our drink orders as we seat down and not too long after, he took our food orders. I ordered the breakfast skillet and it was $20. The skillet was not my favorite as it was nothing special. It had no flavor and was very bland. We looked for our server several times to ask for some hot sauce or condiments and he did not come around. Once we were done, he finally came over and brought us our bill. I wasn't a big fan of this place for breakfast as the selection was small and my skillet was bland. I'm hoping that the lunch and dinner menu are a lot better so I might be back to give that a try. The people watching here is great though! Our table was right along the stroller parking area and so we had a great view of Main street.

    Ata T.

    Went to Carnation Cafe for lunch yesterday, not very impressed. We got seated and sat for 10 minutes before the server came by. We ordered fried pickles, loaded potato soup, chicken fried chicken, and patty melt sandwich. So, the fried pickles were really good, fresh and hot. The loaded potato soup was good, but there was a huge scoop of bacon bits on the top, way too much. The chicken fried chicken was ok, kind of dry. The patty melt was good. So in a nutshell, the food was ok, the service was slow. The server even dropped a dinner plate on my shoulder, which fell to the ground. No apology at all, but I'm not hurt.

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    Ask the Community - Carnation Cafe

    What cooking oil does the Carnation Cafe use? I'm allergic to seed oils so it's vitally important what oil is used on the food.

    It is best to ask them there to make sure. When booking a dining reservation there is also a place to enter any allergies online. Wherever we've gone they always confirm at check-in as well as at the table.

    Will they take walk up?

    They may! It just depends on how many reservations have been made/cancelled. I've found that most days, especially later in the evening, there are openings.

    Are you able to ask for your meat cooked a specific way? I like my burgers well done and see theirs don't look that way.

    They ask how you want it cooked so I'd imagine you can let them know you want it well done.

    Does this location offer ranch dressing?

    Yes I believe.

    How are they with food intolerances? Will they delete or remove a specific topping or condiment? Do they do substitutions? Thank you.

    Hello, yes they are very good with food intolerances. If needed they do offer to remove any specific condiments with substitutions.

    Did they stop serving dinner?

    Nope. They still serve dinner. Ever since COVID they don't serve as full a menu as they did before but they do have a lunch and dinner service. It's the same menu for both. Breakfast is a whole different menu.

    I have breakfast reservation at 10:50 AM but it is closed to lunch time also. Am I allowed to order off the lunch menu as well?

    Usually Disney is very accommodating. Just let your server know that's what you'd like to do. They may not be able to put in the lunch order until 11 or 11:30 or whatever the lunch time is, but they will do whatever they can to help out.

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes :)

    Can you watch the parade while you dine?

    Probably not. Depends where you are seated. But you need to be outside to enjoy the parade. We were with in "kissing" distance from the characters and it was awesome. Sitting inside of a restaurant will not give the same enjoyment.

    Is the fried chicken same as the one in the plaza inn?

    I honestly don't think so I've had both and both taste completely different

    Are reservations recommended ? Or is it easy to get a table (Friday night)?

    Reservations are recommended it gets super busy especially on a Friday night

    Is their breakfast menu all day?

    Breakfast is serve from 8 to 11 am. Highly recommend to make reservations prior to get in to the restaurant. They won't take you unless you have a reservation.

    Can you use a Disney gift card here?

    Yes

    When is brunch over?

    Breakfast is from 8am-11:30am and lunch is from 11:30am-3:30pm

    Did they bring back the chicken apple sausage for breakfast?

    Nope just the regular one. Side order comes with 2 pieces FYI

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    Reunion Kitchen + Drink

    Reunion Kitchen + Drink

    4.3
    (4.1k reviews)
    8.1 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Still the best! I brought my friend whose new to the area here for dinner on a busy Thursday night…read more Was so fun! World cup playing on all the tv's. Food and service were fantastic, per usual. We both loved the stuffed jalapeño appetizer which does pack some heat when it's all done. I loved my Prime Flat Iron Steak -- cooked medium; it was tender, a lil salty for a couple bites, but otherwise perfectly seasoned. Asparagus was great as well. And the mash potatoes with blue cheese topping were outstanding. My friend loved her short rib, vegetables and mashed potatoes. She had the sauce on the side, suspecting it might be sweet, but it was not. She loved it all. We both had takeout containers because the portions were ample. And, my friend loved the lemon bar dessert. The taste I had of the dessert was fantastic; loved the crust and it was the perfect amount of tart vs sweet.

    The Ultimate Brunch Destination in Anaheim Reunion Kitchen…read moreremains one of my favorite brunch spots in Anaheim. The vibe is always on point, great music, comfortable seating, and a menu that actually keeps things interesting. The Brunch MVP: You cannot go wrong with the King's Hawaiian French Toast. It's an absolute staple for me. Small Plates to Share: Deviled Eggs: These are a must. They don't skimp on the filling, and that bit of bacon adds the perfect crunch. Jalapeño Poppers: The pairing with raspberry jam is genius, that sweet and spicy combo is honestly mouthwatering. The Drinks: My husband is a huge fan of their Bloody Mary. It's heavily garnished with a bacon-wrapped jalapeño popper and finished with a Tajin rim it's practically a meal in itself. They are also one of the few spots offering bottomless mimosas, which is always a plus. Room for Improvement: While I love the bottomless option, I do wish they would just leave a bottle of champagne at the table. Chasing down a server for every refill makes the experience feel a bit interrupted. Aside from that, I love this place and keep coming back!

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    French Toast
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    Chicken and biscuits - Brunch
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    The Blind Rabbit

    The Blind Rabbit

    4.5
    (3.5k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$

    Super cute speakeasy with amazing service! Our hostess/waitress Jasmine and bartender Cameron were…read moreso friendly and nice to us during our time here. They made us feel super comfortable and it was so so fun talking to them. I ordered the nina fresa which is their strawberries & cream drink, and WOW it was delicious! I love a fruity sweet drink and that definitely hit the spot. I ordered two!! I don't remember what my friends got but they were good as well. We also got a creme brulee for a birthday and it was delicious and perfectly caramelized. Overall such a great and memorable experience, and definitely one of my favorite speakeasies I've been to!

    I've been wanting to come here forever after hearing so many great things and didn't realize how…read morehard it was to get reservations. Had reservations for a party of four (made via online) and was seated right away. Ambiance is dark and intimate but seating was enough to feel like you had room. Drinks were delicious and strong and service was great and quick. You are limited to eating and drinking within a certain time frame but it's not bad as the servers are on it. Drinks 10/10 and food 10/10. I'm still craving their burger, one of the best ones I have had, I can't even compare it to anywhere else. Bathrooms are located outside of the speakeasy.

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    Story

    4.2
    (686 reviews)
    10.4 mi
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Romantic vibe

    Wow! We came for…read moretheir new Gatsby tea service and it did not disappoint. The ambiance is gorgeous and on point. We started with The Gatsby Effect drink which came in beautiful glasses and a tower that drips butterfly pea tea gin into your glass, changing the color of your drink. There's only one tower option with dinner. It comes with an entire 1 oz container of caviar with crumb fresh, chicken nuggets with crown fresh smoked trout caviar and chives, spicy ahi tuna wonton chip, mini lobster rolls, kettle chips, shrimp cocktail shooters, wagyu sliders, and chicken Caesar salad skewers. Nothing disappointed! Everything was high quality. Shrimp was plump n meaty. The service was great! Our waitress was very nice and checked up on us often. This was a great meal, great service, and great price! I would definitely come back

    We came here for the tea experience. This review is only for the tea experience. Okay, so this…read moreplace is very nice. They really do well with presentation. Service was just okay. Tea was really disappointing. Can you call it a tea experience when they use tea bags my loose leaf with a lack of a tea selection and have to share a tea pot with 3 people? This was a really big let down. It's not your traditional tea. Sandwiches were fine. I enjoyed a couple of them. The biscuit was good. They also didn't have scones and clotted cream. In my opinion not a true tea experience. Desserts were not good. The attempt made for the ube and pandan were more of a trend following technique rather than a true love in creating something delicious. It was a disappointment. The experience wasn't terrible it was just okay. Stick to a proper tea place is you are looking for a proper tea experience. If you want just cute pictures and just a great ambiance then you'll be fine coming here. I was between giving 2 and 3 stars for this place. I can't deny this was a cute place. $45 a setting... I didn't see the value. I think this place would be better for just pure brunch rather than tea.

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    Georgia's Restaurant

    Georgia's Restaurant

    3.9
    (1.5k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    The place was really clean. Enjoyed it. The blackened chicken was great. Corn bread was served on…read morethe house, Micheal our waiter super a fun of his style of connecting with people. He cleaned up nicely wanted to give a quick shout out.

    Soul food done right a new favorite! We made a trip…read morespecifically to try this spot, and it was a total winner from start to finish. It's clear why they've been a local staple for 11 years this is the original location, and you can really taste the legacy in every dish. We learned that the menu features the favorite recipes of the owner's husband (you'll see his photo on the wall!), and there's a real sense of heart put into the cooking. Everything we ordered was served piping hot and clearly made-to-order. The Menu Highlights: Starters: The fried pickles are a must-order huge, crispy, and battered to perfection. The cornbread muffins with honey butter are a great comfort touch. Mains: My husband went for the smothered pork chop meal with black-eyed peas, which were deeply flavorful and 'soulful' in the best way. My son loved the generous portion of chicken tenders, and my hot wings were a standout the mild sauce is honestly some of the best I've ever tasted. The Surprise Star: I'm still thinking about the garlic fries. They were unapologetically, perfectly garlicky. The Experience: Beyond the food, the service here is top-tier. Everyone was incredibly welcoming, from the person who took our order to our server, who shared the history of the restaurant with us. The space is surprisingly roomy with both comfortable indoor and outdoor options. We'll definitely be back!

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    Georgia's designated seating area
    Georgia's designated seating area
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    Sweet potato pie Aiden's way.
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    Strong Water Anaheim

    Strong Water Anaheim

    4.6
    (993 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Back here to update after 3 years. Came in to celebrate a birthday and had such a fun time. I…read moreordered the NA version of the taro colada, and also got a NA birthday shot which was pretty thoughtful. Ordered: taro colada, NA taro colada, + Dubai chocolate lava cake for $49. The service was stellar as always, and so was the ambiance. My niece had a fun and unique experience for her 21st birthday!

    Second time at Strong Water and the staff always makes it a lovely experience. Be sure to reserve…read morein advance. Parking is validated for 2 hours in Car Park 4. The best part of Strong Water is the immersive experience you feel sitting inside. We sat in the Captain's quarters which was an intimate spot for great conversation. Our waiter was very friendly and gave plenty of options. We opted for the Crispy Tuna Appetizer which unfortunately was not good at all. The tuna and toppings were okay but the crispy rice tasted like fried fair food almost with the texture of a rice cake. Hopefully, their other dishes are better. For drinks, the waiter helped select the Banana Batida for me which was very lovely! I love how customized the recommendations were. My partner ordered a rum drink which he enjoyed as well. We finished off with a brownie dessert. I really enjoyed the passion fruit puree and kiwi topping. The brownie tasted good but was very dense which isn't my preference. Overall, would recommend. Prioritize the drinks over the food in my opinion

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    Tempura King Oyster Mushrooms & Shishito Peppers
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