Located right on the sand of Crystal Cove, the Beachcomber operates in one of the historic cottages, and features seafood and mixed drinks. The quality of the food and the service is best proved by its popularity: the wait is often two hours, and limited reservations are accepted only on-line. However, a little planning can make the wait hassle free: make the Beachcomber reception the first stop at Crystal Cove, drop in your name and number, then go explore the beach until being called. Don't have 2 hours? Come for an early breakfast – sipping a cup of coffee on the sun deck while looking out at Santa Catalina Island. A perfect way to start your day.
The exterior of the building is a reproduction of Ye Olde Bell, England's oldest Inn located in Hurley-on-Thames, not far from London. The decor resembles an English tavern to match the outside, and the waitresses are dressed in super-sexy outfits straight out of a movie about Merrie Olde England. The clientele is varied and comes to enjoy the good, hearty meat dishes and the interesting atmosphere. The specialties here are roast prime ribs of beef, rack of lamb, duck, veal and fresh seafood. There is a full bar and an award-winning wine list with bottles in every price range.
La Cave has been thriving for 50 years, opened on Valentine's day in 1962. This subterranean gem has been popular for its fine steaks and seafood, vibrant lounge with live music, DJs, dancing and more. So it doesn’t matter if its a dimly lit cellar because it is great escapade from the daily grind to dine and unwind. Here's to La Cave, uncork the bubbly!
Studio is located within the Montage Resort & Spa. It offers you a delectable French menu blended with Californian influences. Chef Craig Strong ensures that all the seasonal ingredients put to use, are of the finest quality, with splendid wines for company. The A la Carte menu changes daily, but the attention to every aspect of the dish, exquisite pairings of flavors and beautiful presentation remains constant. If you're in the mood to splurge, the Tasting Menu offers a variety of signature dishes, and allows you the opportunity to sample the best on offer. Attention is given to details and services are personalized. So, sit back and enjoy your meal while taking in the panoramic Pacific coastline. A perfect place for a romantic dinner with breathtaking views of the sunset over the ocean.
At Eureka!, the chefs in the kitchen follow the popular farm-to-table, handmade ingredient trend, but don't tell the chefs that because it seems as if they have followed it for years. They serve delectable appetizers while the taco and burger bars come equipped with a variety of choices. As an accompaniment, the Panko Dipped Onion Rings, Pacific Coleslaw and Handcut Kennebec Fries are clever, innovative twists on timeless classics. Needless to say, each one should be ordered for the table. Additionally, a full panoply of drinks and cocktails are available, from local craft beers to vibrant cocktails, there is something for every taste.
When most hear about Northern Indian cuisine, the taste of the Tandoor oven comes to mind. And when the name of a restaurant mentions Bombay, you know the clay oven reigns supreme. From quail to lobster and everything in-between, Ontario diners consider these Tandoori specialties to be some of the best in town. However, vegetarians should not worry since most of the items on the menu still respect the Hindu doctrine of Ahimsa, or non-violence to animals for those who don't eat meat. In fact, the menu has a special section for followers of Jainism which follows strict vegetarian principles. Overall, one of the best places to find authentic Northern specialties that will please everyone in your party.
PokiNometry specializes in Poke, a fish salad served as an appetizer in Hawaii. Here, you can create your own Poke bowl by choosing from eight seafood varieties, fifteen toppings and seven base ingredients. The fish varieties include salmon, octopus, scallops, albacore, yellowtail and shrimp. The Poke bowls also feature ingredients like wasabi, seaweed, avocados, sliced crab and brown rice. You can even control the spice level of the salad, with options ranging from "no spice" to Dynomite Sauce. Diners can also select from a range of sushi rolls from the menu. The best part of PokiNometry is the low pricing of all the dishes.
Located in the historic heart of Anaheim, Healthy Junk is exactly what its name implies, a place to eat with well-being in mind, but gluttony in your heart. For example, the egg salad sandwich uses crumbled tofu to emulate the eggs, and the result is impressive. As with most vegetarian restaurants, faux meats like Tempeh, Saitan, Tofu et.al., replace the traditional ones, however the veggie burgers like the Anaheim Chili or Portabello are superb. Plus, not only do they taste good, they aren't packed with artery clogging cholesterol. Additionally, the kitchen has other options which include salads, snacks, sweets and a Tex-Mex menu.
Pour Vida is a play on words that roughly translates to 'forever' in Spanish and once you try some of the dishes here, you will probably remember why its named that way. Chef Jimmy fuses Puerto Rican and Mexican flavors, just as he learned throughout his heritage. The tacos like the Pineapple Skirt Steak or Mango Pork meld Caribbean freshness with the rustic flavors of inland Mexico, and both tacos just melt in your mouth. The seafood and veggie tacos are just as impressive; try the Tempura Oyster or Heirloom Tomato & Burrata, they are definitely something you don't see at your run-of-the-mill taqueria. Moreover, the drink menu features juices from their annex shop as well as local, craft beer.
Orange Tei is located inside the popular Anaheim Packing District, where guests have their choice of food at an innumerable amount of restaurants. At Orange Tei, the menu is filled with ramen and sushi choices, from Udon and Soba noodles to Philly and soft-shell crab rolls. The ramen is excellent and the beers are always cold, of course most of them are from Japan.
ADYA, located in Anaheim's Meat-packing district, serves up a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes. Bright and casual, the outdoor patio is a great place for a relaxed evening out with family or friends. The menu offers a diverse choice of options from snacks to mains like spicy bhel puri, lamb seekh kebab, chicken tikka roll, dal makhni and curries. Thalis or set meals are available with an additional USD4 with a main for a filling, complete meal. Wash it all down with a choice of sweet or savory Indian beverages like a mango-mint lassi or a chilled glass of wine or beer. For more details, visit the website.