Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge

Dine in style on modern cuisine that pays tribute to the bold and diverse flavors of Southern California!

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    (714) 781-3463

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    disneyland.com

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  • Type

    American Restaurant

Address

Buena Vista Street (at Disney California Adventure Park) Anaheim , CA 92802 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks Wine, Full Bar

Comments / 138


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Mark

The imagineers and archivists pulled out the stops with this place. The food is great (get the biscuits !) and the liquor program is excellent!

Kathryn G

I can't say enough about the signature friend biscuits . So delicious and the apricot butter was just the icing on the cake . Prefix menu was good, loved the coconut soup , & the date stuffed chicken

Britt Winslow

There are always great dishes on the menu that rotates seasonally, but the Carthay Signature Fried Biscuits and Fire Cracker Duck Wings are two dishes that never leave the menu and are worth ordering.

WhiskyAvenger

My favorite place to eat at Disneyland . The food is amazing. Get Korean Chili Glazed Angus Sirloinw/Cashew Fried Rice , and Tropical Pineapple Red Bell Pepper Sauce . The cocktails are great as well .

Charity Ziebarth

Wow. The Al fresco dining is better than then general dine in… do NOT sleep on the Bao buns or the cheese board (changes seasonally). Also- if you get Holly as a server you’re in for a delightful time

Morgan McKee

A MUST for a break during a Disney day. Food is fresh and light for lunch , and the cocktails are ???????? staff is super friendly as to be expected

Arnie Panameño

What can I say? If you're looking to fulfill your whiskey needs or want a Negroni stat this is your place. It is top notch with its service and the decor is spot on

Steven Y

Nice place to take a break from waiting in line at rides and have a cocktail or press pot coffee ; the blue crab lettuce cups and lemon ginger chicken soba salad are quite good

Pedro Fuentes

The signature fried biscuits to start. Then have the Carthay autumn salad (so fresh and sweet) and then have the lamb porterhouse . Can not go wrong.

Nicole Kukas

Yes, it's definitely a little slow, but I was really impressed with all the food. It was delicious and hot. The "biscuits " are more like fritters and are so yummy. Worth the wait and price.

Adam Ashley

This is not your ordinary theme park restaurant . Disney as pulled out all stops on taste, atmosphere, and setting for this dining experience. Be prepared to spend $100+ for a single person though.

Richard A Astin

Menus are seasonal, so return visits have new flavors to try. Staff have not tried all the dishes, but do tend to have good wine pairing suggestions.

Gina DeBernardo

The prix fixe dinner menu before World of Color offered several choices & all were delicious. We had a party of 13 and everyone had something different.

Ashley Love

Food was amazing! Firecracker duck wings are super spicy , but delicious! Also the lamb and the biscuits were very good! Try Pimms punch! Best drink there!

WhiskyAvenger

Get the Negroni . They make one of the best you’ll ever have.

s v

Fun facts -- specially made ONLY for Carthay, not found anywhere else in the parks : soundtrack, coffee blend (Joffrey's), Tea blend, toilet paper!

Amy Sullivan

Our server Tricia was so much fun. She paid great attention to us, providing personalized service and also made us laugh, making our evening even more fun.

Hillary Folsom

Always make reservations . Or just enjoy some damn good cocktails and apps in the lounge and relax for a while ???? the cheese board is delish

Gabby Naldo

Phil is hands down one of the best servers I have EVER had. Gave excellent recommendations, was super friendly , and truly added to our dining experience! Get the rib eye !

Derek Flanzraich

Probably the best meal I’ve had on any Disney property. Totally seasonal menu + straight up magical service.

Eric Lynxwiler

If you're lucky you'll have a window view ! Or you'll have a view of John Lasseter's teeth.

Patrick LaForge

If there is a vegetarian in your party, ask about off-menu options. There are more than the salad on the menu.

Debi Granillo

The food is amazing and drinks are good ... Good to take a rest from the hustle and bustle of the Disney crowd ...

Daryl Pritchard

Sit in the lounge for a great light meal and cocktail with no reservation . Bonus, gluten free garlic bread available.

Sean Robison

Try the biscuits with the apricot butter. They have jalapeños in them but they're pretty mild.

Alma Rodriguez

GREAT service & drinks, food was amazing, although a little small, but SO worth it! Will be back!

Belle Casten-Taylor

Look closely at the wood grain in the tables and you might see the Evil Queen. The chandeliers also mimic her crown, complete with an apple dangling from the middle!

Angel Pham

Foods, cozy , good spot for dating and hanging out with friends and meeting new people.

Lisa Ching

Our lounge server Jenn was wonderful and very knowledgable about the lounge menu. The rosewater soda with vodka (her suggestion) was fantastic!

Chad Adams

Try the Cheeseburger - 8 oz. Angus Burger Tillamook Cheddar Cheese , Black Pepper Bacon , and Grilled Onions served with French Fries and House-made Pickles with French Fries .

Jessica W.

We visited on a slower park day but the service is wonderful. Our drinks were never empty. The staff was very attentive. Overall front start to finish a little over an hour for two people.

Alex W

If you're eating at the bar make sure to get the Vietnamese tacos . Pair it with a Pimm's Punch or a Rose Water Soda

Georges Monceaux

The pork chops are super thick. And the spicy duck wings are amazing.

Cindy Chesbro

Even if you don't have a reservation in the restaurant you can stop by the lounge . Huge cocktail menu .

Tari H

The menu changes seasonally featuring the best of California. Love the infusion of fall with pumpkin soup and salad .

Kelly Raven

Take advantage of the "World of Color " package. Our waitress was very helpful giving great information for first time Disneyland visitors.

Patricia Forman

Food was excellent! Kitchen a little slow, but they are probably still just working out the kinks. Finally, a fine dining restaurant in DCA again!

Sarah Horton

The negroni is my favorite ride.

Tracy Morgan

The cooks here know how to make a mean steak . Once you've got that down, everything else is secondary. Great place.

Bryson Breedlove

The bar is amazing lots of old school cocktails made awesomely! Ask for James as your bartender and tell him the Breedloves sent you :)

Erin Russell

try the rosewater soda . it's light and delicate. lovely. also the complimentary water is still or sparkling, free of charge!

Craig Villamor

Surprisingly good! Cheese plate is a good deal . Cocktails are nice & strong.

Carolyn

My new favorite restaurant on either coast. Fantastic bartenders and excellent food. Well done @Disneyland

Katie Hayden

If its your birthday or a special occasion , you can sit in the VIP dining room: Buena Vista (seats up to six).

Killer Shrew

Fantastic atmosphere, GREAT service and to notch food...

Hard Rocker

Definitely recommend. The staff is quite friendly . And I loved the ambiance.

Jackie Standing-Chenier

Understand that if you are doing the world of colour you need to get to the assigned seating at least an hour before the viewing

Jim McDermott

This place is amazing. Such a great atmosphere. Total escape from the park .

Julia S.

The quail is divine, and the pork gorditas are to die for. John was our server and he was very attentive and prompt.

Robby Cortez

the ambiance is great and the drinks are even better. be sure to try to "Rob Roy"

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