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562-694-3812
City's Best

800 E Whittier Blvd
La Habra, CA 90631

Clearly and unequivocally, this restaurant is not what it appears to be -- but if you can get past the initial confusion, you may well end up joining its sizeable fan club. The dignified architecture and homey decor are deliberately patterned after a Victorian inn, even down to the garden outside and the fireplaces in each dining room. Instead of beef Wellington or fish and chips, though, the place serves contemporary California cuisine. This wasn't always the case, but the owners, who also own the Sonora Cafe in Los Angeles, are nothing if not eclectic. Their menu offers everything from grilled Atlantic salmon to shrimp potstickers to New Zealand venison in wine reduction. It changes often; if you want to know specifics, it's best to call before coming. The extensive, award-winning wine list offers numerous choices to complement every dish. Before or after dinner, enjoy a cocktail -- or a pint -- in the garden or the comfortable lounge. -- Lena Katz

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5 Ratings and Reviews

  • A venture into excellace

    Review rating : 5out of 5   pwalrath2 - 02/08/2007

    The entry is great with the class of an English Pug along with a classy eatery. The small bar is intimate and the service is great.
    Food is top notch. I have entertained clients and they have all been impressed, as I always am

  • Romantic Restaurants

    Review rating : 5out of 5   mayor4x - 04/01/2006

    This has been our favorite restaurant for years. We love the English Pub atmosphere, the food is great and the service is excellent. For a very special evening, try the Cat and the Custard Cup.

  • Better then 5

    Review rating : 4out of 5   logbill - 12/05/2004

    Five stare dining is the best of the best in all things considered but some times 4.8 feels better loosen you're tie and tip those great chefs till they multiply. Logbill

  • Amazing Cuisine!!!

    Review rating : 5out of 5   foreverinsynn - 12/04/2004

    Took my wife here for her birthday, and I must say WOW!!! Great ambiance, excellent food, and outstanding service. The food presentation if fantastic! I personally recommend the Deer Medallions with Port-Pomegranate Reduction, and the Rack of Lamb. Yummy, two thumbs up!

  • Just the Best

    Review rating : 5out of 5   wllmilli - 12/07/2003

    I first noted this funny sounding named restaurant in the LA Magazine with great review. I tried it and have been going back routinely ever since. There has been no change in the service and excellence over these last 10-15 years. At this time I've tried everything on the menu and have loved them all. Typically restaurant menus will give you two or three items you might feel in the mood for. At this restaurant you can just throw a dart and you will love the outcome. Great wines (even Wine Spectator agrees) great desserts, Great Restaurant. You've got to try it.

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