The Perfect Restaurant for Any Occasion

Whether you are entertaining clients, celebrating an anniversary, keeping the kids happy, or bringing your dog along, Buena Park has the perfect restaurant that will cater to your needs. With award-winning restaurants around every corner, you are sure to be impressed by the quality and variety of dining out options. Get ready to enjoy your night on the town!

Children playing arcade games at John's Incredible Pizza

Kid-Friendly Spots

When you are dining out with the kids in tow, it's ideal to choose a spot where everyone will feel comfortable. Portillo's has a relaxed vibe, quick counter service, and a super kid-friendly menu. If they behave, you can reward them with a cake shake (it's big enough to share). Another great option that combines dining with activities is John's Incredible Pizza. Here you can hop aboard the carnival rides, try your luck at arcade games, and then chow down on an expansive buffet.

Date Night

Pick a night to head out on the town with your significant other at one of these restaurants that know how to make your evening special. If a traditional steakhouse is your idea of the perfect date night option, Prime & Beyond is the spot. Split the tomahawk steak if you really want to impress or go for the always-enjoyable lamb chops.

Soufflé pancakes at Basilur in Buena Park, CA

Girls' Brunch

Gather the ladies together for a brunch at Broken Yolk Cafe. Here you can book a private room and enjoy traditional brunch favorites like omelets and pancakes, along with a number of Bloody Mary options like their specialty, the Bloody Mary flight. Basilur Tea & Cafe is the place to go when you are looking for sophisticated tea service. Order the tea time set and you'll get finger sandwiches, pastries, jam, and macarons.

Maui Wowie pizza at Rock and Brews in Buena Park, CA

Guys' Night Out

Rock & Brews is the perfect spot to enjoy craft beers, traditional bar fare, and a rockin' ambiance. Snag a spot outside and you can enjoy a game of cornhole with your meal. Aburi Sushi is another great option for guy's night out as it offers premium all-you-can-eat sushi. Add bottomless house hot sake or Sapporo draft beer, if you choose.

Bar at Olympic Golf Zone in Buena Park, CA

Game Day

You can rest assured that whatever game you want to watch, it will be showing at Buffalo Wild Wings. Order your favorite brew with wings to share, and you'll be all set to watch until your team takes the victory. Olympic Golf Zone offers a virtual driving range and batting cages for those who want to show off their athletic skills, and tons of screens for those who prefer to watch others compete. An extensive menu means you can definitely hang out all day.

Splurge-Worthy

Kyung Bok Kung Korean BBQ offers top-of-the-line service, high-quality Wagyu beef, and the upscale ambiance you are looking for when planning that special night. Another great option is Sapporo Sushi & Grill, where sophisticated Japanese flavors and attentive service bring guests back again and again.

Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and sides at Mrs. Knott's Chicken Dinner in Buena Park, CA

Take Out

Not interested in cooking or dining out? Pick up take out from Mrs. Knotts' Chicken Dinner and you can have delicious, homestyle favorites like chicken and biscuits in the comfort of your own home. Don't forget to order a boysenberry pie! Tacos la Calle is another take out favorite with street tacos, burritos, mulitas, and quesadillas filling the menu. Don't forget to order up all our favorite sides: esquite (corn off the cob), guacamole, rice, and beans.

Seafood dishes at La Hausteca in Buena Park, CA

Client & Staff Outing

Whether you want to celebrate a big win for your team, or take some clients out to see what California dining is really like, we've got options for you. La Huasteca is always a great choice as it offers authentic Mexican food in a relaxed environment that puts everyone at ease. Gaucho Grill is another favorite as their menu is full of Argentinian specialties with something for everyone's palate.

Salad, chips, and sandwhich at Porto's Bakery in Buena Park, CA

Entertaining Out-of-Town Guests

Wherever they are coming from, your guests are sure to be impressed by the massive sweets counter and traditional Cuban eats that are offered at Porto's Bakery & Cafe. This award-winning establishment (voted Yelp's #1 restaurant) is family-owned and still uses many of the original recipes that bring diners back over and over. For a dining experience of a different sort, take your guests to Miss Shabu for some traditional hot pot dining. An interactive experience with flavors that really pack a punch, your guests will be talking about your visit to Miss Shabu long after they return home.

Meat and sides at Santa Maria BBQ in Buena Park, CA

Dog-Friendly

Bring Fido for some outdoor dining at Poquito Mas. Snag a table under the palm trees to enjoy your fish tacos and cerveza. Santa Maria BBQ Grill is also dog-friendly. Bring your whole family and enjoy one of the family dinners that lets you try a little bit of everything and serves your whole crew.

Knotty Kid drink at The Cauldron in Buena Park, CA

After Dinner Drinks

When you don't want the night to end, head to The Cauldron for some bewitchingly festive cocktails like the Knotty Kid that tops vodka and lemon with boysenberry cotton candy. They're open until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Late night eats and a huge beer selection are waiting for you at Orange Bar.

Crowd cheering at Medieval Times in Buena Park, CA

Venues for Large Groups (10+)

Whether you're celebrating a birthday or just meeting up with a group of friends, these restaurants can easily accommodate large gatherings. Guests of all ages will love the revelry that comes with a dinner at Medieval Times. Cheer on your knight to victory while you enjoy a meal you eat with your hands! If you are looking for a little more swashbuckling with your meal, Pirate's Dinner Adventure is the spot for your next party. This interactive meal will have you and your mateys enjoying a classic battle of good versus evil. If you are looking for a more traditional option for your next large gathering, check out Golden Rose where delicious Mediterranean food is served just the way you like it.

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