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food drink Guide Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. 240 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, 714.912.1053, two40south. com $$ Head to Sinatra Sundays for brunch and drink specials accompanied by Ol’ Blue Eyes’ tunes starting at 10am. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. 227 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714.352.2225, chapteronetml. com $$ Ave., Orange, 714.997.1972, hobbitrestaurant.com $$$$ Zimzala Get the sand between your toes when you dine at the Shorebreak Hotel’s hip, youthful restaurant. Take in the view of downtown Surf City— and the water, of course—from the restaurant’s lively patio while you sip a handcrafted cocktail. Or, head indoors to the comfy-chic lounge. Brunch and dinner daily. 500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, 714.960.5050, restaurantzimzala. com $$ K’ya Street Fare K’ya at the Hotel Ménage offers gourmet street food inspired by 12 cities around the world, and every dish is less than $12. The trendy restaurant is one of Anaheim’s best-kept secrets and draws in-the-know locals for good food in a comfy setting. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 1221 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.758.0900, kyarestaurant. com $$ Classes (limited to 24 guests). Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. 1105 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.634.2994, mrstox. com $$$ Napa Rose Try The Vintner’s Table, a four-course tasting menu featuring seasonal culinary delights such as grilled Mediterranean octopus and pork confit paired with wine. Dinner nightly. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, 1600 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.300.7170, disneyland. disney.go.com $$$$ Citrus City Grille This charming eatery in Old Towne Orange offers inventive, tasty dishes that will keep you coming back— guaranteed. For lunch, we’re crazy about the citrus salad, a bright, light combination of cabbage, orange, mango, jicama, cashews, wontons, noodles and vinaigrette—but what else would you expect? Lunch and dinner daily, breakfast Sun. 122 N. Glassell St., Orange, 714.639.9600, citruscitygrille.com $$ Lola Gaspar Channeling a Spanish tapas bar with a NYC Lower East Side vibe, Lola adds a late-night option for hip kids roaming the Santa Ana Arts District. Try the braised beef short rib al pastor tacos, and wash them down with the house margarita. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner nightly. 211 W. Second St., Santa Ana, 714.972.1172, lolagaspar. com $$ RA Sushi Bar Restaurant Go for the fresh, innovative sushi, stay for the hot music and rockin’ décor. Be sure to sample a few items off its new menu, like the crispy Asian tacos with fillings such as spicy tuna or “R A”ckin’ shrimp. Don’t forget to enjoy some sake, too. Lunch and dinner daily. The District at Tustin, 2401 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.566.1700, rasushi. com $$$ Disney/Santa Ana/ Orange/Tustin Anaheim White House The celeb-frequented Italian restaurant is owned by Verona native Bruno Serato, who serves 300 free dinners to homeless kids every night. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner nightly, brunch Sun. 887 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714.772.1381, anaheimwhitehouse. com $$$$ Francoli Gourmet Nestled in Old Towne Orange, this gem features an authentic Northern Italian menu, an extensive wine list and charming décor. From classic lasagna to tantalizing tiramisu, this cozy, modern Tuscany-inspired restaurant holds true to tradition. With imported ingredients and family recipes, it brings Italy to Orange County. Lunch and dinner daily. Plaza Square, 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, 714.288.1077, francoligourmet. com $$ Manhattan Steak & Seafood East Coast cool meets continental fusion at this swank steakhouse, where chef Richard Deming cooks up steak, seafood and wild game—how about some elk and ostrich? Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., bar open late Fri. and Sat. 202 S. Main St., Orange, 714.978.6161, manhattanoc.com $$$ The Ranch Restaurant & Saloon The Ranch is perfect for country enthusiasts and foodies alike. The vision of Extron Electronics’ Andrew Edwards, the eatery is located in the company’s headquarters and serves up rustic American regional dishes like the Colorado grass-fed lamb chops. Oh, and let us not forget the saloon, where you can kick up your cowboy-booted heels Wednesday through Sunday nights. Dinner nightly. 1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, 714.817.4200, theranch.com $$$ Bluewater Grill Seafood sweeps inland at this branch of the O.C. institution. Expect chef Brian Hirsty’s seasonal menu and focus on sustainable and renewable fishing. Lunch and dinner daily. The District at Tustin, 2409 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.3474, bluewatergrill. com $$ Haven Gastropub This cozy gastropub in the Orange Circle serves up gourmet comfort foods like mac and cheese. The newest addition to its culinary lineup goes to the dogs—quite literally. The restaurant is now serving five new dishes for pups on the patio, thanks to a partnership with Newport’s JustFoodForDogs. While your pooch is munching, be sure to order one of the Prohibition-Era cocktails; with top-shelf spirits, fresh fruits and herbs, they’re not your average speakeasy libations. Lunch and dinner daily. 190 S. Glassell St., Orange, 714.221.0680, havengastropub. com $$ Memphis at the Santora With Southern-style comfort food and a hip, young crowd, Memphis is a Santa Ana Arts District landmark. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat. and Sun. 201 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714.564.1064, memphiscafe. com/ santora $$ The Catch This popular spot touts 28-day aged steaks and mouthwatering dinner entrées like its tomahawk chop. And you mustn’t neglect the seafood—the restaurant serves only the freshest in handcut fish. The eatery also has earned bragging rights for its award-winning wine list. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. 2100 E. Katella Ave., Ste. 104, Anaheim, 714.935.0101, catchanaheim.com $$$ The Winery Restaurant With a wine list that was voted among the best in the U.S. by OpenTable’s diners and its Executive Chef Yvon Goetz, who will please your palate with his slow-braised Angus beef shortrib—it is simply delicious—and your eyes with his looks, this is the perfect spot for a romantic night. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner nightly. The District at Tustin, 2647 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.7600, thewineryrestaurant. net $$$$ Morton’s The Steakhouse This Morton’s has everything a steak-craving power player—and all the lovely ladies—could want. Be sure to add a flavor-packed yet low-calorie Spa-Tini to your meal. Dinner nightly. 1895 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.621.0101, mortons. com $$$$ Chapter One You’ll surely turn into a literary buff after a night at Chapter One. Start with the preface—a Scotch egg—then move into the body of the tale for seared duck breast before experiencing the sweet climax of dessert—yep, milk and cereal. More of a music buff? The Hobbit When we’re in the mood for prix-fixe fantastic, The Hobbit is our go-to spot. The main entrée changes weekly, while the rest of the seven-course feast changes nightly. Plus, its wine list is among the best in the U.S.—an award bestowed by OpenTable’s diners. Dinner Wed.-Sun. 2932 E. Chapman Mr. Stox Celebrated for its wine list, this restaurant features a cellar with more than 1,100 different vinos. Attend one of the eatery’s Participation Cooking Hungry for more? Check out modernluxury.com/riviera-orange-county. | July 2012 | | 159
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