Behind the Scenes at The Cauldron in Buena Park, CA

Bewitching Bites & Magical Sips
The food menu at The Cauldron is far from your typical pub fare—it's designed to comfort and surprise in equal measure. Fan favorites include the Chateaubriand Tartare, a refined steak tartare topped with a quail egg and served with crostini; the Cauldron Sliders, featuring slow-roasted beef and melty cheese; and rich French meatballs bathed in a mushroom sherry cream sauce. On the drink side, the menu leans into theatricality with craft cocktails like The Raven’s Claw, Devil’s Margarita, and Hive Mind—many arriving with smoke, unexpected ingredients, and plenty of dramatic flair. But the true showstopper is The Knotty Kid. It’s a boysenberry-inspired creation made with Smirnoff vodka and lemon juice. Presented in a martini glass with a puff of cotton candy, the drink is poured tableside, dissolving into a sweet, magical potion—pure sorcery in a glass. It’s a playful nod to Buena Park’s culinary history, as the boysenberry was first cultivated right here in the city. Click here to discover where to find more boysenberry bites in Buena Park. There are also fun non-alcoholic options too, like the Cat’s Claw, a refreshing blend of cranberry juice, soda, and lemon.