Best Restaurants in Anaheim, CA: Downtown to Little Arabia

Monday 26 October 2026·By Support Local Near Me

The best restaurants in Anaheim, CA are spread across three areas: Downtown Anaheim around the Anaheim Packing District, Little Arabia on Brookhurst Street, and the resort area near Disneyland and the Convention Center. Local favorites include the Anaheim White House, House of Mandi and Tacos Los Cholos. Each pick below links to its listing, with the address, hours and photos.

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Downtown Anaheim

Anaheim Packing District (440 S Anaheim Blvd): a food hall with local vendors and bars inside a restored 1919 citrus-packing house. It's the most-reviewed restaurant in Anaheim in our directory.
Georgia’s Restaurant (440 S Anaheim Blvd #209a): a Southern comfort food counter inside the Packing House, with weekend breakfast.
Anaheim White House (887 S Anaheim Blvd): formal Italian fine dining in a historic house on Anaheim Boulevard, a top choice for special occasions.
Thai Belly (201 W Center Street Promenade B): highly rated Thai food on Center Street Promenade, known for its curries and pad thai.
Craft by Smoke and Fire (195 W Center Street Promenade): barbecue and comfort food with craft cocktails and regular live music.
Niku Sushi AYCE (30 S Anaheim Blvd): all-you-can-eat sushi with fresh rolls and quick service.
Pokinometry (184 S Harbor Blvd): build-your-own Hawaiian poke bowls at the counter.

Little Arabia (Brookhurst Street)

West Anaheim's Brookhurst Street corridor, known as Little Arabia, is Orange County's best-known destination for Middle Eastern food.

House of Mandi - Yemeni Restaurant (518 S Brookhurst St #1): Yemeni dishes and halal plates in a traditionally furnished dining room.
Forn Al Hara (512 S Brookhurst St Ste 5): a simple counter-service spot for classic Middle Eastern fare, to eat in or take away.
Little Arabia, Lebanese Bakery And Cuisine (638 S Brookhurst St): traditional Lebanese dishes and baked goods.
Desert Moon Mediterranean Grill (888 S Brookhurst St): small plates and grilled meats in a warm, modern room.
8th Haus Cafe (656 S Brookhurst St): a cafe with beautifully presented brunch plates. Expect a wait at peak times.

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Near Disneyland and the Convention Center

Din Tai Fung (1547 Disneyland Dr): the famous soup dumpling restaurant in Downtown Disney. Allow time for the Downtown Disney security screening.
Naples Ristorante E Bar (1550 Disneyland Dr): wood-fired pizza and pasta in Downtown Disney, family-friendly.
Carthay Circle Restaurant: upscale dining inside Disney California Adventure, in a replica of a classic Hollywood movie palace. Park admission is required.
Puesto Anaheim (1040 W Katella Ave): modern Mexican food and creative tacos in a stylish room.
Morton's The Steakhouse (1895 S Harbor Blvd) and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (1050 W Katella Ave): classic steakhouses with aged prime beef.

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Around the rest of Anaheim

THE RANCH Restaurant (1025 E Ball Rd #101A): an elegant restaurant serving seasonal steak and seafood.
Tacos Los Cholos (821 S State College Blvd): one of Anaheim's most popular taquerias, with a salsa bar. Parking fills up at busy times.
Reunion Kitchen + Drink (5775 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd): elevated American classics with cocktails, wine and craft beer in Anaheim Hills.
Kaiba Japanese Ramen, Sushi & Grill - Anaheim (820 N Euclid St): sushi, ramen and Japanese grill, with a drive-thru.

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Breakfast in Anaheim

The Original Pancake House (1418 E Lincoln Ave): signature pancakes and breakfast classics served all day.
NORMS Restaurant (1125 N Euclid St): a classic 24-hour Southern California coffee shop with generous portions.

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Frequently asked questions

Where are the best restaurants in Anaheim near Disneyland?

Downtown Disney has Din Tai Fung and Naples Ristorante E Bar, and Carthay Circle Restaurant is inside Disney California Adventure. Nearby on Katella Avenue and Harbor Boulevard you'll find Puesto, Fleming's and Morton's.

What are the best restaurants in downtown Anaheim?

The Anaheim Packing District food hall, the Anaheim White House, Thai Belly and Craft by Smoke and Fire are local favorites.

Where is Little Arabia in Anaheim?

Little Arabia is along Brookhurst Street in west Anaheim. Our listings there include House of Mandi, Forn Al Hara, Little Arabia Lebanese Bakery and Desert Moon Mediterranean Grill.