The best restaurants in Buena Park

Perennial place providing classic burgers & other American comfort foods in an easygoing atmosphere.

11603 Slater St (Los Angeles)

Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since the 1920s.

1121 S Western Ave (Los Angeles)

Snug counter-serve bakery with sidewalk seats furnishing housemade bagels & sandwiches.

777 Virgil Ave (Los Angeles)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

815 N Bristol St (Santa Ana)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

6634 Clay St (Riverside)

Sports bar serving American grill fare & drinks in an upbeat space with TVs, pool table & DJ nights.

8022 Limonite Ave Ste 113 (Riverside)

Counter-serve eatery known for its fish tacos & other Baja-style Mexican food favorites.

1766 E McFadden Ave (Santa Ana)

Diners dig into all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ from sirloin to squid amid simple surroundings.

1230 S Western Ave (Los Angeles)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

3483 Van Buren Boulevard (Riverside)

Casual restaurant specializing in breakfast and homestyle dishes such as shrimp and grits and salmon croquettes.

2812 W Florence Ave (Los Angeles)

Basic Mexican eatery, part of a local chain, serving homestyle fare & fruit drinks.

1442 S Bristol St #1A (Santa Ana)

Simple counter-serve joint serving breakfasts, burritos & burgers, plus a range of shakes & sundaes.

1220 Firestone Blvd (Los Angeles)

Late-night, old-school haunt offers Korean small plates, soju drinks & wooden walls to scribble on.

3317 W 6th St (Los Angeles)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

3640 Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

This week, NORMS Restaurant nails the SoCal diner vibe with hand-cut steaks, fluffy hotcakes, and all-day breakfast made to order. Grab the…

1125 N Euclid St (Anaheim)

Little Beast Restaurant is serving seasonally inspired New American plates with lively craft cocktails and mocktails, plus a thoughtful…

1496 Colorado Blvd (Los Angeles)

When the meat mood hits, All That Barbecue brings 30+ grill-it-yourself proteins to the table, from filet mignon and brisket to beef belly…

15333 Culver Dr #100 (Irvine)

Gone are the overbuilt stacks. Burger She Wrote keeps it tight with 100% American Wagyu smashed to lacy edges on a King’s Hawaiian bun, an…

7454 1/2 Beverly Blvd (Los Angeles)

Long Beach’s Home for Brunch since 2002, The Breakfast Bar serves up family recipes with big-hearted hospitality that feels like your cool…

70 Atlantic Ave (Long Beach)

Sometimes you just want straight-up tasty Korean BBQ without the scene. Koreana Grill in nearby Riverside keeps it simple with…

10051 Magnolia Ave Ste A1 (Riverside)

nFuse Restaurant, Bar & Lounge gives California comfort a fresh twist with locally sourced ingredients, bold seasonal dishes, 28 taps of…

700 W Convention Way (Anaheim)

Craving a salty breeze with your shellfish fix? Gladstone's Long Beach pairs waterfront vibes with the good stuff like lobster rolls,…

330 S Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Vino e Cucina is an authentic trattoria turning out fresh, traditional Italian plates made daily, plus an outstanding wine list that…

4501 E Carson St #105 (Long Beach)

Angry Chickz - Hollywood is your go-to when the craving hits. Build your heat from Light Spice to X-Hot, sign a waiver if you must, then…

5065 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Whether you’re running on caffeine or pure hunger, Tacos Villa Corona hits the spot with its Chef’s Special Papas Bacon and no-fuss,…

4400 N Eagle Rock Blvd (Los Angeles)

Best Brunch Long Beach is serving weekend party brunch at Nigel's iconic Pink Palace, with a DJ, artisan coffee, a mimosa cart,…

6276 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 2 (Long Beach)

Izakaya Ichie is that hip, neighbor-run izakaya inside The Source Mall that nails fusion Japanese flavors with an energetic buzz. Slide in…

6920 Beach Blvd K124

Humble, local deli fixing hot beef & pastrami sandwiches & other Italian subs since 1929.

1013 Alpine St (Los Angeles)

Relaxed venue for creatively reimagined Vietnamese food, along with cocktails, beer and wine.

14346 Culver Dr (Irvine)

Casual restaurant featuring buffalo, lemon pepper and other types of fried and baked chicken wings, plus chicken tenders.

1779 Westwood Blvd A (Los Angeles)

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

1400 S Harbor Blvd (Anaheim)

Omakase sushi joint with an ever-evolving menu, served in a cozy room.

738 E 3rd St (Los Angeles)

Neighborhood eatery and bar with all-day New American food, plus brunch and cocktails.

120 N Robertson Blvd (Los Angeles)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

7060 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Vietnamese eatery dishing up the French dip and banh mi sandwiches, plus noodle bowls and bowls of pho soup.

1750 Pacific Ave Unit B (Long Beach)

Cozy Vietnamese restaurant offering pho, rice, and vermicelli dishes, plus BBQ meats.

5345 Long Beach Blvd (Long Beach)

Casual restaurant serving Italian pasta, pizza & grill dishes, with a special children's menu.

1560 S Lewis St (Anaheim)

Stylish, energetic restaurant with modern takes on Southern Italian cuisine, plus a roomy patio.

204 Orange Ave (Long Beach)

Casual Vietnamese cafe serving up an extensive menu of soups, noodles & bubble teas.

4250 Barranca Pkwy (Irvine)

Relaxed restaurant offering Mexican dishes, including burritos and carne en su jugo.

1101 W Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

Casual cafe serving Italian-style sandwiches (piadinas), flatbreads, salads, pasta and beer.

3850 Barranca Pkwy Ste C (Irvine)

Casual eatery (in Anaheim Packing House) serving thin-crust pies from a counter, plus a salad bar and a dessert menu.

440 S Anaheim Blvd #107 (Anaheim)

Airy & modern Italian tavern serves old-country favorites with a focus on Californian ingredients.

5210 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)

Classic dishes from Vietnam are served at this lively restaurant known for its pho.

974 S Western Ave Ste A (Los Angeles)

Vibrant choice for Japanese fare from sushi to teriyaki with some Thai elements.

4917 CA-1 (Long Beach)

Innovative New American dishes with global and local flavors served in a trendy restaurant with high ceilings.

555-3 Mateo St (Los Angeles)

Lively, family-friendly regional chain known for its BBQ, burgers & happy-hour deals at the bar.

11700 Wilshire Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual Italian eatery serving comfort fare such as penne alla vodka and calamari fritti for lunch and dinner.

2423 Daly St (Los Angeles)

Tapas, sangria & dancing are all on the menu at this vibrant restaurant, bar & nightclub.

140 Pine Ave #2 (Long Beach)

Traditional Italian dishes come in a cozy room with classic red-checkered tablecloths & live music.

2170 W Ball Rd (Anaheim)

Upscale choice with a genteel vibe serving thin pizzas, handmade pasta & other Italian staples.

1545 Wilcox Ave (Los Angeles)

Industrial-style wine bar offering simple dishes made with local ingredients, and a popular happy hour.

2981 Michelson Dr Ste e (Irvine)

Eye-catching eatery with a courtyard furnishes premium Californian-French small plates & fine wines.

8700 W 3rd St (Los Angeles)

Warmly decorated upscale eatery offering chef-driven takes on traditional Sicilian cuisine.

11650 San Vicente Blvd (Los Angeles)

Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

5365 Alton Pkwy Ste A2 (Irvine)

Unfussy smokehouse turning out BBQ meat platters & sandwiches, plus down-home side dishes.

1415 S Hill St (Los Angeles)

Local chain serving chicken wings, sandwiches & burgers, plus sides, in a casual setting.

7011 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)

Laid-back joint serving up signature buffalo fries, along with chicken wings & classic sides.

4740 E 7th St #120 (Long Beach)

Vietnamese restaurant offering pho and other comfort food in a casual setting.

920 S Euclid St (Anaheim)

Casual option for avocado toasts, sandwiches, salads and other familiar breakfast fare.

216 Technology Dr # B (Irvine)

Family-friendly Italian restaurant with a wall mural serving pizza, pasta & red-sauce entrees.

5339 2nd St (Long Beach)

Casual pizzeria serving Neapolitan, Detroit-style, and New York-style pies, plus wings.

2320 Fletcher Dr (Los Angeles)

Expansive eatery & event space offering high-end New American fare & sweeping harbor views.

880 S Harbor Scenic Dr (Long Beach)

Casual, contemporary beer pub offering a variety of smash burgers as well as sweet potato fries and shakes.

313 N Bush St (Santa Ana)

Upscale bistro serving steak, seafood and brunch classics alongside cocktails and wine.

350 S Anaheim Blvd (Anaheim)

Handmade pastas star at this homey Italian spot with a covered patio & a BYO wine policy.

332 S Broadway (Los Angeles)

All-day breakfast is served along with casual lunch & dinner plates at this airy, bohemian venue.

2110 Sunset Blvd Ste n (Los Angeles)

Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and shakes are served at this casual eatery, along with beer and wine.

5633 Alton Pkwy #200 (Irvine)

Casual cafe featuring sweet potato pancakes, burgers and burritos for breakfast and lunch.

801 E 3rd St (Long Beach)

Comfort food chain serving spicy chicken tenders and sliders, plus burgers and fries.

131 S Central Ave (Los Angeles)

Unassuming strip-mall outfit serving pho noodle soups, rice dishes, banh mi & other Vietnamese fare.

511 W Willow St (Long Beach)

Modern taverna serves up classic American comfort food in an intimate space with walls of glass.

4901 2nd St (Long Beach)

Fast-casual dining serving gourmet burgers, fries, and milkshakes in a colorful space.

6250 Hollywood Blvd Ste 100 (Los Angeles)

Upscale bar/eatery with water views preparing premium steak & seafood classics in open-view kitchen.

190 N Marina Dr (Long Beach)

Pizzas, housemade pastas & more Northern Italian dishes make this a standby for the ArcLight crowd.

6270 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Destination steak specialist with traditional wood-&-leather decor, plus an extensive wine list.

555 E Ocean Blvd (Long Beach)

Stylish eatery focusing on hand-rolled sushi and tempura, along with grilled options and sake cocktails.

897 Traction Ave (Los Angeles)

Bright cafe offering indoor & outdoor seating, plus staples like sandwiches, breakfast & bowls.

6634 Irvine Center Dr (Irvine)

Waiters serenade patrons while serving old-fashioned Italian dishes at this Old Hollywood landmark.

1646 N Las Palmas Ave (Los Angeles)

Rice bowls & salads with Korean grilled meats & sides, served from a counter in compact quarters.

7363 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

High-quality, smashed-patty burgers, and fried chicken sandwiches offered in a basic counter-serve.

6221 Franklin Ave (Los Angeles)

Low-key joint serves doner kebabs, fries & Turkish street eats, plus full bar at this chain outpost.

371 E 2nd St (Los Angeles)

Mediterranean cuisine, pizzas & cocktails served in a relaxed restaurant with a leafy patio.

8030 W 3rd St #3/4 (Los Angeles)

Informal restaurant offering generous sandwiches & burgers with fries, plus fried chicken.

2431 N Tustin Ave r2 (Santa Ana)

Unpretentious scene offering family combos, Mexican street-style tacos & traditional entrees.

630 W Orangewood Ave (Anaheim)

Luxe steakhouse known for its premium, dry-aged beef & Caesar salad, plus its outdoor terrace.

330 S Hope St (Los Angeles)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1217 S Euclid St (Anaheim)

Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.

3972 Barranca Pkwy N (Irvine)

Barbecue basics, burgers & steaks, plus a full bar featured in an easygoing tavern setting.

5800 2nd St (Long Beach)

Sprawling, bi-level gastropub for bar fare & beer boasts a formal dining space & rooftop patio.

144 Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Caterer serving steak, seafood, and fried rice, as well as noodles that some say are delicious.

5160 Venice Blvd. (Los Angeles)

Warm eatery offering seasonal fare alongside classic cocktails and beer in modern quarters.

18555 Jamboree Rd (Irvine)

Casual fixture for authentic versions of the Vietnamese soup featuring fresh ingredients, brisket and homemade broth.

705 S Western Ave (Los Angeles)

Laid-back eatery serving an original-recipe smashed-beef slider plus other burgers, tots and fries.

5539 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

A no-frills joint offering pizzas, salads & other casual fare in strip-mall surroundings.

1770 S Harbor Blvd Ste 140 (Anaheim)

Trendy Italian restaurant from an acclaimed husband-and-wife team highlights creative seasonal fare.

2121 E 7th Pl (Los Angeles)

Casual eatery featuring burgers, sandwiches, and Korean-style fried and grilled chicken.

6118 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual Vietnamese restaurant offering pho, seafood boils, grilled beef dishes and desserts.

1019 N Magnolia Ave # B (Anaheim)

Simple spot for Spanish fare such as paella & empanadas, plus a small market with imported products.

1866 Glendale Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual spot for rotisserie chicken, wraps, and giant salads.

8424 Beverly Blvd (Los Angeles)

Takeout-friendly assorted pies, sandwiches & salads plus specials in a no-frills setting.

2211 E 7th St B (Long Beach)

Convivial restaurant with outdoor tables serving gumbo, catfish and chicken, plus brunch and cocktails.

800 W Olympic Blvd A150 (Los Angeles)

Casual all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant serving up a variety of sushi rolls and other dishes.

4201 E Willow St (Long Beach)

Venerable stop for Cuban & Pan-Latin cuisine in a stylish, lush setting with a patio.

708 Spectrum Center Dr Ste 708 (Irvine)

Classic Spanish restaurant offering paellas, tapas & sangria in a charming, low-key dining room.

476 S San Vicente Blvd (Los Angeles)

Relaxed sushi house offering a large selection of creative rolls, plus Japanese kitchen entrees.

5735 Pacific Coast Hwy (Long Beach)

Sports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts.

90 Aquarium Way (Long Beach)

Hip dining spot serving elevated burgers, craft beer & whiskey in industrial-chic surrounds.

4143 Campus Dr (Irvine)

Casual chain serving a menu of chicken wings, beers on tap and fries.

6400 E Pacific Coast Hwy Suite A-110 (Long Beach)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

20 W Shoreline Dr (Long Beach)

Buzzy cafe plating creative Vietnamese comfort food in a chic space with an open kitchen.

14370 Culver Dr Unit 2H (Irvine)

Clean and quaint spot serving traditional Vietnamese cooking, including pho and spring rolls.

3263 Fletcher Dr (Los Angeles)

Chicken and cauliflower dishes, plus beer, for dine-in or takeaway service.

2065 E Katella Ave (Anaheim)

Casual spot with an all-you-can-eat option specializing in marinated and grilled meats.

1040 S Western Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual eatery specializing in gluten-free fried chicken, sandwiches and salads.

7150 Beverly Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual restaurant serving a range of fried chicken options, including sandwiches and dumplings.

2222 Michelson Dr Ste 212 (Irvine)

Informal Japanese chain serving charcoal-grilled yakitori, plus sushi, udon & ramen.

132 S Central Ave (Los Angeles)

Mignon Wine Bar becomes this handmade pasta bar at lunchtime several days a week.

4921 W Adams Blvd (Los Angeles)

A made-from-scratch American eatery with vegan & vegetarian options, plus wine & craft brews.

2695 Beachwood Dr (Los Angeles)

Local soul food chain serving signature chicken & waffles, Southern sides & more in a casual space.

730 East Broadway At Los, Alamitos Ave (Long Beach)