The Ultimate Secret Menu Guide to Buena Park
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Shhh... The Ultimate Secret Menu Guide to Buena Park

Buena Park is full of delicious surprises waiting to be discovered. Located in the heart of Southern California, this foodie-friendly city is packed with off-menu mashups, hidden drinks, and creative combos that reward those who know how to order. From breakfast and burgers to cocktails and desserts, this guide unlocks some of the most delicious secrets around town.
Big Daddy Burger from the Black Bear Diner Secret Menu
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Black Bear Diner
Secret Menu: Chili Burgers & Sweet Surprise
Black Bear Diner has a few crave-worthy secrets up its sleeve. Start with the Bear Claw French Toast—a warm, blackberry-stuffed bear claw griddled to perfection and drizzled with sweet vanilla icing. For something savory, the Big Daddy Burger lives up to its name, stacked high with juicy patties, melted cheese, and fries on the side, making it almost impossible to decide where to take the first bite. Don’t skip the chili burger either, smothered in rich chili sauce that’s messy in the best way—especially when you dip your fries right into it. Pro Tip: Ask your server about additional off-menu items; there are more hidden.

John’s Incredible Pizza
Secret Menu: Build Your Own “Secret” Creations
The buffet-style setup at John’s Incredible Pizza invites guests to get creative. Think of it as a choose-your-own adventure: create a root beer float with soft serve ice cream, or sandwich soft serve between fresh cookies for a DIY ice cream sandwich. Dip freshly made pizza slices into ranch or nacho cheese sauce for an unexpected twist, or customize a baked potato called the Nacho Usual Potato with toppings from across the buffet like nacho cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, tomatoes, and sour cream. Try Childhood on a Plate, with breaded chicken nuggets, creamy mac and cheese, and a drizzle of classic BBQ sauce. Finish with Brookies & Cream, a decadent stack of salted caramel brownie and chocolate chip cookie topped with soft serve ice cream for the ultimate dessert mashup.
Deck of Tarot Cards from The Cauldron in Buena Park, CA with different drink options
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The Cauldron
Secret Menu: Secret Sips
At The Cauldron, a French, witch-themed restaurant and bar, the secret menu is written in the stars—literally. If you’re not sure what to order, ask for their tarot deck featuring off-menu cocktails. Pick a card and let it “read your future,” revealing a drink you won’t find listed anywhere else. For example, try the Catnip, a refreshing mix of gin and lime soda, or the Bone Collector, made with gold rum, thyme honey, lime, and orange. It’s part cocktail, part experience, and entirely on brand for this magical, witch-inspired spot.

Portillo’s (Perks Members Only)
Secret Menu: Burgers & Loaded Fries
Portillo’s secret menu is reserved for Portillo’s Perks members and can only be unlocked at in-restaurant kiosks. Don’t worry—joining Perks is free and also comes with birthday treats, surprise offers, and early access to specials. Secret menu items include Triple Cheeseburger, stacked with three char-broiled patties and all the classic fixings, and Chili Cheese Fries, loaded with their signature chili and cheese sauce. More off-menu items are coming soon.
Secret Menu item from the Hilton hotel in Buena Park, CA
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In-N-Out Burger
Secret Menu: Burgers, Fries & Shakes
In-N-Out’s secret menu is legendary for burgers, fries, and drinks. Go big with the 4×4, featuring four beef patties and four slices of American cheese, or try a tomato-wrapped burger if you’re skipping the bun. Animal Style fries come smothered in melted cheese, spread, and grilled onions, while drinks like the Neapolitan shake (chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry) or a root beer float complete the experience. For a true twist, try your burger Monkey Style with fries tucked right inside.

Hilton Hotel Buena Park
Secret Menu: Rooftop & Rosemary Room Favorites
At the Hilton Hotel Buena Park, enjoy secret menu gems from the rooftop pool or the onsite restaurant—The Rosemary Room--and bar, all conveniently orderable from your phone. Indulge in Verde Sunrise Chilaquiles, with heirloom tortilla chips, roasted tomatillo-poblano salsa, and a sunny-side egg, or savor Ceviche de Seabass George, featuring citrus-cured seabass and charred elote. Other elevated flavors include the Dolce e Piccante Flatbread with Calabrian-date jam and spiced capicola, and Mar y Sol Tostones topped with shrimp, fruit salsa, and avocado.
Ghost Town Bakery - Breakfast Burrito
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Ghost Town Bakery at Knott’s Berry Farm
Secret Menu: Breakfast Burrito
Knott’s Berry Farm, California’s first theme park, is famous for its corkscrew coasters and kid-friendly rides, but the food is just as much a must-try—especially if you know what to order. Tucked inside the park, Ghost Town Bakery serves up a breakfast secret worth arriving early for. Available while supplies last and often for only about an hour, the potato or chorizo breakfast burrito is packed with scrambled eggs, shredded cheese, and potatoes, then served with red salsa on the side so you can pour to your heart’s content.

Starbucks (Including Inside Knott’s Berry Farm)
Secret Menu: Boysenberry Delights
The Starbucks inside Knott’s Berry Farm, called The Charleston Circle Coffee, offers exclusive boysenberry treats, including a boysenberry latte, muffins, and cookies—a delicious nod to the fruit that was invented right here in Buena Park.
Calico Social Lounge
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The Calico Social Lounge
Secret Menu: Hidden Oasis
And for a bonus, don’t miss the Calico Social Lounge, a VIP retreat tucked away in Ghost Town at Knott’s Berry Farm. This exclusive spot offers Prestige Passholders a place to relax with comfortable seating, TVs to watch your favorite shows, and phone chargers to keep devices powered. If you have the free refills pass, you can refill your cup with a variety of sodas while enjoying free tasty snacks and a calm break from the excitement of the park. It’s the perfect hidden spot to recharge before diving back into all the rides, shows, and treats Knott’s Berry Farm has to offer.
After a long day of excitement, choose from over a dozen comfortable and affordable hotels in Buena Park. Check out our ‘suite’ hotel and ticket deals. To start planning your SoCal vacation, order your FREE Buena Park Travel Guide.

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