Had heard so much about this local gem and finally made reservations to dine! Parking is limited. There is street parking and a small lot, not large SUV friendly, so be patient and you may have to walk a bit. We were seated outside. The restaurant is beautiful with twinkle lights and the outdoor atmosphere was elegant, but casual. All of our food was delicious. Service was great! Drinks were good! Highly recommend and will return! read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Our first time eating here. Nice patio area with good shade. Cool breeze but the flies were annoying. Came to try their seafood gumbo. Have not seen true seafood gumbo offered anywhere in Los Angeles. Places call it that but include sausage. Last time I checked pigs don't live in the sea. Yes! Real seafood gumbo! Very well seasoned too. read more

I have driven on Los Alamitos blvd probably over a thousand times and I'm sure I've seen Shenandoah at least a hundred times, but the outside is so unassuming of how this place is like. So I guess you can say, I judged the book by its cover. Being that this Sunday is Father's Day, but today June 16, 2026 is the only day that the whole family can be together, we did an early celebration of Father's Day here at Shenandoah at the Arbor. We had reservations but they were not crowded in any means. Chelsea our server was such a sweetheart. As we looked over the menu, we were served our Apple fritters and got our drinks. Chelsea got our entree orders and with precise timing, our salads came out. The salad was very refreshing with their homemade chipotle ranch. Since they do not serve regular ranch I stayed with the dressing snd it had a mild kick which I enjoyed. I originally wanted either the granny's fried chicken or Country fried pork chop or the country fried steak, but they had a special menu with a Pichaña Roast which I was going to change my original plan, however they ran out, so I went back to one of the original ideas. So collaboratively my two boys and I each ordered one of the fried items so we can each give the other a portion to sample. My wife and daughter both ordered steaks. As the food were served, we all shared a bite for everyone to try each entree. My wife's ribeye was delicious. She ordered it medium, but it came out medium rare which she doesn't mind and it was super tender. My daughter's New York strip was tough even though she ordered it medium rare, the cut was just not as tender. The country fried steak was thin, but it was tender, however not crispy. The fried chicken was a nice sized portion, fairly moist and the pork chop was just very dry. The food tasted good, the portions were great, the service was excellent. I'm not sure how long they are serving the Pichaña for, but I would definitely like to go back to try that. read more

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What a gem! Love that Shenandoah has indoor and outdoor seating options. The vibe is so relaxing, surrounded with greenery and fresh air. Customer service is amazing, love that the menu has a variety of different options and food was served in good timing! Parking can be a challenge, its limited and a bit tight. Restrooms are outdoors. Outdoor seating is on a deck, dress appropriate! I would definitely recommend! read more

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It has been years since I've been here. We selected this restaurant because of it's location and vibe. Weather permitting, i love to sit outside. I told my friends it is a ladies who lunch place and yes, there were a lot of ladies there. The service is always solid as is the food. When my friends asked me what was good, I responded I didn't recall what I ordered last time but boy I do remember those apple fritters were good. They were all in agreement the apple fritters were exceptional. We all had a hard time deciding what to order but settled on different salads. I hear parking can be a challenge but it was fine when we arrived. We were there during the week and got there at 1115am. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Cobb salad - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

What a whimsical adorable restaurant. A beautiful tree is center in the lovely outdoor dining patio in the back. Delicious menu featuring salads sandwiches and savory lunch selections. I recommend the salads with the buttermilk biscuits. The service was good and the restaurant is just such a treat. The restaurant is located next to a few very cute gift shops. A very fun afternoon. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Greek Salmon salad - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Shenandoah at the Arbor is such a charming little spot in Los Alamitos. It's perfect for a date night or a nice dinner with friends, especially if you're able to sit outside. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, but the patio is definitely the highlight with string lights overhead and a peaceful water feature make it feel cozy and romantic. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the blue cheese filet mignon and the raspberry-chipotle duck. Both dishes were yummy and cooked well. One of my favorite touches is that all entrees come with apple fritters and bread, which makes the meal feel special from the start. Parking is limited, with a small lot in the back. Our server was great and knew the menu well, which made ordering easy. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and I'd recommend it to others looking for a nice night out. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Raspberry-Chipotle Duck & Filet Mignon - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I have passed by this place for over 20 years without going in. Finally I tried it and have been missing out. Love the decor, ambiance, and most specifically the food. Fried pork chop, yes. Staff walking around with fritters and bread, love it. Can't wait to try other items. read more

What a beautiful, quaint place. I've seen this restaurant for many years and never got the chance to go but today we made a stop, and it was very much all than I was expecting. From the Koi ponds to the trees, with the lights on them, and the small store next to the restaurant. I really enjoyed myself. I really liked the torta sandwich with bacon, lettuce, tomato turkey, and their coleslaw was very well-made, brioche, brioche is to die for No matter where you are, my friend ordered the torta sandwich with the Cajun fries. The fries were really well done which I like. The cob salad was enjoyable with turkey strips and a little bit too much blue cheese, but also enjoyable. This is kind of a go to place, except for the parking. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Torta Club Lunch Sandwich with coleslaw - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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We hosted a baby shower for 30 guests and couldn't have been happier with our experience! The food was delicious, the service was wonderful, and the pricing was very affordable. Everyone was so easy to work with and made planning the shower stress-free. The patio was the perfect setting and made the celebration feel extra special. Highly recommend! read more

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So we were celebrating a good friend's birthday - as usual this place was fabulous! Never disappoints! read more

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After years of wanting to dine here, my husband surprised me for my birthday! Lovely local restaurant, very charming and welcoming staff. I really liked the atmosphere and the lights on the trees in the patio. Before getting our meal, they offered complimentary baked fritters and muffin like biscuits with butter. Yummy. My husband ordered the chicken fried steak and I ordered the Cajun Ribeye with the cajun spices on the side with garlic mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. My daughter loved the Caesar salad. Can't wait to come back and try more items on the lunch and dinner menu specifically the Summer Pasta, Pistachio Crusted Fish, and the Lemon Chicken. read more

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AWESOME FIRST TIMER EXPERIENCE!! Staying in a hotel nearby and was recommended. So glad they did--greeted warmly by Dani who gave me a great taste next to the Koi pond. Such a tranquil setting on the outdoors patio. My server was Dayne who was also very friendly and helpful with the menu. I had the Grannies fried chicken and Rice pilaf/ And it was delicious!! The food and the service and the setting add up to a BIC 5 STAR RATING!! Highly recommend! read more

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First time here. It's very quaint and seems like it's popular to the locals. The apple fritters they give to start are yummy. The mushroom appetizer we had was delicious. These starters came out pretty quick but we had to wait quite a while for our beef dip sandwich and a fried chicken salad. The beef dip seemed overcooked and my salad was very simple. I was told it's southern fried chicken but I didn't think it was any different than regular fried chicken. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. I would come back and give it another try. read more

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Always a fun date place....significant other....adult...children.... cousins.... grandkids... it doesn't matter. Everyone I've brought here loves this place. Don't forget to do a little shopping at the adjacent boutiques. read more

Hidden gem. Love sitting outdoors. This spot feel like a little escape and it has a koi pond! Food is tasty and fresh. Service is great. I just wish parking was better. It's right next to Neumix Pilates. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Always a delightful visit and meal at Shenandoah's! We came today for my birthday lunch. Lunch time is very lovely sitting outside under the trees. I also recommend coming in the evening and sitting under the lights! Service was excellent and our server waiting while our party arrived, we all came separately. She was very patient with us. She made sure our drinks stayed refilled! I ordered my usual, Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes! It's so good and I never get tired of it1 My friends ordered the Encrusted Halibut and Chicken Salad Sandwich. Both friends left with leftovers! The Fritters that they serve to begin with are warm and delicious! Very special and glad they continue to serve these. For my birthday, they brought out a wonderful warm Peach Compote served over 3 scoops of ice cream! It was so good! Service and food continues to be excellent! read more

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Unique dining experience. Feels like your in a home if your dine inside and if your on the patio feels like your in a story book. The southern inspired food is amazing and look forward to trying everything they offer. So far the pork chops and salmon salad are the faves. read more

This restaurant continues to provide quality food and service, while providing a most delightful dining atmosphere. Upon arrival we were seated promptly. Our server provided menus, later she answered our few questions. Our food was presented shortly thereafter. Me, it was gumbo day! I had the seafood gumbo. It was absolutely delicious! I won't go on, but know when you visit Shenandoah, you are receiving quality at a very fair price. Oh, the food is terrific! read more

Family wanted to really take us here, so did, barely made it before they closed for the afternoon, so it wasn't busy at all but a good amount of people, all sitting outside. We were the only ones sitting inside because we had our with us. So of course service was on top of everything, the aesthetic of the restaurant I'm sure is what interests the most. Which is nice, with the koi fish pond, and the little Knick knack stores they got there. Food wise I thought it was alright. Nothing really jumped out. I got the pull pork sandwich, we also got the tuna melt and some shrimp. Mostly because of the selection, nothing in particular caught our eye. The pull pork was better than I thought but not the best I've had. Tried the tuna melt, which was decent and the shrimp was as expected. It's definitely a nice spot, for romantic night or a relaxing brunch. So the review is more for the feel of the restaurant rather than the food. I'm sure other items are good but at the time nothing stood out and what we got was good. Just more so feel, what stood out was more of the place and service than the food. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Tuna Melt Lunch Sandwich Shrimp Cabo BBQ PULLED PORK SANDWICH - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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I had wanted to try this place for quite some time. It was everything I hoped it would be. It looks charming from the front, in an old house with a cute garden arch sign. When we walked in, we saw how charming the dining room is, with beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, and checked curtains. But we wanted to sit in the patio, which was the draw for me. The patio is lovely with large shade trees and lots of plants. There is a little pond with large goldfish and little statues around it. There are quite a few tables with umbrellas. Out server was very sweet and helpful. She brought a basket of apple fritters--yes, every table starts with complimentary apple fritters with butter--and then have us time to look at the menu. We ended up ordering the chicken and andouille sausage Gumbo and the pork loin with peaches, blackberries, and almonds. Both were fantastic, as were the delicious apple fritters. You can see where they have hung lights from the trees, so I image this place looks magical at night. There is live music some nights. Can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

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We had a very memorable dinner here tonight. The place is too beautiful and relaxing. Service, food quality is super high. We had live music tonight adding more to an amazing experience! read more

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Such a gorgeous brunch spot! We came here on a Sunday morning. The setting is quite idyllic with a Koi Pond, flowers, and a grand patio under Mulberry Trees. I rarely ever want to eat a meal outside, but this was a nice exception! Totally recommend it! There's free parking out in front and in the small lot in the back off of Sausalito St. If you are in the back as a driver, go slowly and watch for pedestrians, or, if you're a pedestrian, remember that you're stepping into traffic when you walk out of the gate! We entered from the parking lot into the oasis of the Arbor. There's a Koi Pond surrounded by the lushness of the plants. We made our way inside to get a table. They were just opening, so we were able to be seated right away without a reservation. The patio is pretty much shaded by the large trees and lots of umbrellas. It was a relatively cool morning, so we didn't experience much heat. One drawback of sitting on the patio is the odor from a skunk or two, which we noticed intermittently. Our server came to get our drink order, we just wanted water. The restaurant starts you off with some hot Apple Fritters with butter. They are absolutely fantastic and a tasty way to begin the meal. We then ordered the Texas Trio. I enjoyed all three items, the Cabo Shrimp, Fried Green Tomatoes, and the Crab Cake. Our server brought out complimentary rolls with butter. She suggested using them to sop up the sauces on the appetizer plate. Yum! We were asked if we wanted more fritters when our server noticed we ate all of ours. We'll definitely take her up on the offer next time! I chose the Pistachio Crusted Fresh Fish (Chilean Sea Bass) and hubby got the Seafood Gumbo. Both dishes were superb! The flavors were so good! I think we both liked the Seafood Gumbo the most. The only minor critique I have is that I wish there had been a little more okra in it - we only got two sliced pieces. My husband grew up in the South, his Mama made Seafood Gumbo often, and this was quite similar! For dessert, we opted for the Texas Peaches. The peaches are flambéed prior to being brought out. At the table, the cup with peaches and fruits are poured over three scoops of ice cream. It was a luscious way to end the meal. We're looking forward to coming back for dinner! I'd love to see the patio lit up with the lights hanging from the trees! read more

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This update focuses on service. A note to patrons: Avoid being seated behind the wine cabinet because service is subpar in that small area. The server with the basket of fritters and yeast rolls skipped us entirely three times. We had to mention this to our server who also took a long while to greet us. We had so much time before seeing him that we were ready for our entree order when he just meant to take our drink order. By the time the lady with the fritters came by, our soup was delivered, so we couldn't enjoy the fritters how they are intended. When she came by a second time with her basket to the round table immediately next to us, she walked away, not even looking at us. I immediately made a comment to my BF about that, and she abruptly turned around and served us. He After the meal, we then waited for several minutes for our credit card to be run. The busser came by to clear the plates because it was obvious we had finished our meal. We asked him to take the bill for us because our server was nowhere to be found. We then waited another 15 minutes to sign for the meal. We eventually got up; I waited outside while my BF had to force our money onto the restaurant. With the manager's (blue shirt) attention finally, he told me that he had to point to the bill presenter and state that it had been sitting next to the register for the better part of 20 minutes. The manager never apologized for out wait, nor did he explain why the long wait occurred in the first place. It's common knowledge and courtesy to do the former. An otherwise special birthday with delicious food in a charming setting was downgraded from a 4 plus experience to a zero (unfortunately, a zero-star rating is not possible here). Do not sit behind that wine cabinet; it's claustrophobic, AND you go unnoticed.This establishment should strongly consider eliminating that table altogether. read more

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Had the most amazing pistachio crusted salmon here. I wish I had taken a picture. We ate outside and enjoyed the ambiance. The hush puppies are a nice treat. Can't wait to go back for more! read more

It's quite charming and the service is good. They serve on the house beignet and are really good. The food is good overall, but I had the crab cake and were a bit salty. My daughter and I shared the chicken sandwich and it was really good, except the sweet potato fries were a bit overcooked. I would go back and their salads because they looked really good. read more

Everything was perfect...until two super big and loud females , wearing tons of fragrances sat next to us. I could no longer hear anyone at our table when they spoke, and I couldn't breathe because the air was polluted with their body sprays. People, please kept your chemicals at home and not in public. read more

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Great food, service and ambience. This restaurant never disappoints. If you like Southern comfort food, this is the place for you.

Came here for my cousins wedding dinner celebration with my family and relatives. First time here. Beautiful patio, intimate setting, excellent service, and delicious food. This place is definitely a perfect spot for special occasions, romantic dinners, or a casual gathering. Definitely will return! read more

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My friend and I were out on a Saturday afternoon and got hungry, so we checked Yelp and found Shenandoah at the Arbor. It had good reviews, so we decided to give it a try. There's a small parking lot behind the restaurant, which was helpful. The patio was pretty busy, so we chose to sit inside. It was quiet, with only one other group, which made it feel kind of cozy and intimate. Our server was really nice and friendly, which added to the good vibe. They brought out hot apple fritters with butter to start, and they were delicious. I ordered a cheeseburger wrapped in lettuce, and my friend had the fried chicken. Both meals hit the spot. For dessert, we tried the German cake. It looked promising, but it was really doughy and not something we would order again. That said, we still had a great time and enjoyed ourselves overall. We will definitely be back--those apple fritters alone are worth the visit. read more

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great vibe such a unique restaurant, down to earth, good food and such a great unique vibe. great for date night or with family or girls night. I just love this place, nothing like it. be sure to sit outside on the deck, that's the experiene read more

Fantastic dining in their adorably chic outdoor patio. Excellent, prompt service always with a smile. Small menu for weekday lunch offered a wide variety of mouth-watering choices. A tin of apple fritters dusted with powdered sugar accompanied by a dish of butter arrived before our entrees. We ordered: - turkey sandwiches one plate with French fries, the other with house-made cole slaw - crab cake sandwich with cole slaw - filet of sole with garlic mashed potatoes. - grilled salmon over bed of sautéed spinach. Huge shout out to the Cabo seasoning. Yum! Each dish was excellent. Our server, Desiree, made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Bravo, Shenandoah. We'll be back. read more

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What a great find! We had lunch here, beautiful patio setting. I had Chilean bass mushrooms & artichokes, so tasty. They have a variety on the menu, fish, chicken, Veggies. Also, wine, and drinks. I will definitely be back soon! read more

First time visit for dinner. Beautiful outside area, good food, and great service! You are welcomed with a fritter, bread, and generous portions for meals. I enjoyed the fish with mango topping and roasted veggies. Nice dinner with welcoming ambience in the patio and would definitely be back. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Fish with mango sauce and roasted veggies - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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If I could give extra stars just for the beignets, I would. Shenandoah is that Southern-style gem that somehow feels like a secret garden party you accidentally got invited to--except now you never want to leave. From the moment you sit down, they bring over these warm, powdered-sugar-coated beignets that are so good you'll consider stuffing the entire basket in your face before even looking at the menu. (Zero shame. I support you.) The outdoor seating is the real star here. I think there's indoor seating, but let's be real--I've never seen anyone voluntarily sit inside when the patio is basically a fairy tale. Whether you're sipping wine under the trees during brunch or celebrating a birthday dinner under twinkling lights, the vibe is always on point. The portions? MASSIVE. The prices? Shockingly reasonable. My go-to is the seafood gumbo--it's smoky, hearty, and tastes like it simmered in flavor for days. Service is always attentive without being overbearing, and they've never let a glass stay empty for too long. Only downside? The parking lot is a bit of a Tetris game, but there's plenty of street parking if you're willing to do a short stroll. I've had many meals here and can't wait for many more--this spot is an absolute Southern comfort staple. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Shenandoah is a great place to eat. I love their German Butter Cake. It is FIRE in taste. Their Texas Fried Chicken is good too. I had lunch here yesterday on my break, and I was a happy camper. Nice cool air conditioning inside the place. Megan was a good waitress helping me out with menu choices. Place has that kind of Ol Skool Diner look to it.. Food is not that expensive either. I cant wait to come back again. read more

Beautiful open airy restaurant with an extensive menu. Fresh delicious meal of large proportion. We had a small group that sat on the patio which had tables spaced out perfect on a shaded day. Excellent attentive service from wait staff willing to help with suggestions. Allowed us to store a cake we brought in while we ate and had 0 issues slicing it for us. The only gripe would be the small narrow parking lot- but nothing that would deter me visiting again (just keep in mind if you have a large vehicle). Will definitely be back. read more

Shenandoah At the Arbor - Grilled Veggie Sandwich - Southern Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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My mom had the crab cakes but didnt see or taste any crab My niece ordered the beef special and her entire dinner awful I had the pasta and it was pretty good. The service was good and employees very personable and attentive I think the manager should have come over to our table to ask us about sending 2meals back. The place is not what it used to be disappointed read more

Went here on a Thursday, the service was good there was only a few people. Had a great pre-Valentines date. We sat outside nice view with the lights. The food was great and the drink were too. Made reservations in advance. read more

OMG I found nirvana! This adorable patio with the koi pond is so perfect! The food was delish and freshly made. Service outstanding...I'll be here all the time fo sho read more