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    Carnation Cafe

    3.8 (1.7k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise

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    Mickey waffle
    Samantha N.

    I really wanted to like the Mickey waffle, but it was hard, dry and bland. It came with 2 bacon strips that were cooked nicely but also bland. I get the novelty of it, but for $18, it was a disappointing meal. My partner got the breakfast sandwich which was also underwhelming but more worth it as a standalone meal than the waffle. I agree with another Yelper that there should be berries and whip included. Service was fine but I had asked for sausage with the waffle and got bacon instead

    Mickey Waffle w/ bacon
    Jason M.

    When planning my day at DLR, I only made sit-down dinner reservations as I usually grab something quick for breakfast when hitting the parks. However, this was my first time here so we made the impromptu decision to attempt a sit-down restaurant. Carnation Cafe was staring us in the face, and we were fortunate that the wait for a table was only about 10 minutes. That being said, we decided to grab breakfast here. CC has a long history at DL. The eatery is technically an opening-day business along with the park back in 1955. It started as an ice cream parlor, but over the years has evolved into the restaurant it is today. The location is prime - right on Main Street USA with a plethora of outdoor seating that is prime for parade viewing and people watching. The interior isn't as charming, but luckily we were seated in the former. The overall aesthetics match that of its surroundings, and each table is adorned with a red carnation which I thought was a nice touch. The menu contains mostly classic American dishes, with touches of Southwest influence. A lovely day, my first time in DL, on Main St USA - the setting was too perfect NOT to have a Mickey Waffle so I went with that. The waffle was good - it came with the standard butter and syrup, as well as my choice of protein side (I got bacon). My only issue was with the syrup - it had weird consistency, very stringy? I doubt it was real maple syrup, so that's likely the reason why it was off. Besides that, it was a delightful breakfast. Service was great - the Cast Members were friendly, and I appreciated them being able to squeeze us in. Overall, I had a good experience at Carnation Cafe; while food was good, I wouldn't say it's the primary reason to come here. The food, in combination with the history and prime location make this a destination-worthy restaurant in Disneyland Park.

    Parmesan toast - upcharge
    Tiffanie E.

    We had an awesome experience at Carnation Cafe. The food was mid, at best, but the service and the ambiance earned those stars back. Kudos to Scott & Maggie!

    Randall B.

    It's easy to pick apart Dland food. Some is horrible and some good and some really pretty tasty. The carnation cafe can be hit or miss but today it was darn tasty. We had reservations and were sat outside in about five minutes. The menu is very limited but does offer just enough most people could find something they like. We both had the turkey club sandwich. They were tasty and all the parts of the sandwich were fresh and filled with flavor. The fries were good, too. We had the fried pickles to start and the we're also really good. Overall not complaint and in fact one of the service teams really made the day. Dave was ao polite and well spoken it as like a breath of fresh air. He's a keeper.

    Beef short rib!
    Frankie M.

    Main Street at Disneyland is beloved for its nostalgic charm, emporiums, quaint shops and detailed architecture. It is the gateway to the magic world of Disney! During our visit we made reservations at Carnation Cafe. They serve up some of the best American comfort food at Disneyland Resort- beef short rib, fried pickles, wedge salads, and my personal favorite, baked potato soup! Service is exceptional. And the staff were friendly and amicable. The atmosphere is charming and nostalgic, with outdoor seating on Main Street. Prices are relatively high compared to other dining options. But overall, we had an amazing dining experience!

    Parmesan Toasted Patty Melt
    Rudy M.

    I finally got the chance to have food here. Despite that it was a rainy day and we couldn't sit outside, we ate inside the section where they sell ice cream. We were seated and given menus but they have a select amount of dishes. I knew immediately that I wanted to try Walt's Chili. It was really good, with breadcrumbs on top, cheese, sour cream and chives. I got the toasted Parmesan patty melt, with beef patty, Monterrey jack cheese, grilled onions, house sauce on sourdough bread. It was by far the best patty melt I've ever had in my whole life. Every bite was incredible. It will be quite difficult to match that. The turkey club sandwich was my partner's choice with bacon, tomato, cheese, lettuce, mayonnaise and lemon aioli on sourdough. She's not crazy about bacon but it was damn good to munch on. She enjoyed her sandwich and of course the fries were really really good. The service was great, they looked after us at any moment that we needed them. In your first visit to Disneyland I would highly recommend you make reservations to come here.

    Chicken plate
    Kristen B.

    Carnation Cafe is always a go-to for us and has become a family tradition. I've been coming here since I was a baby, and now I get to bring my preteen, which makes it even more special. Her absolute "must-have" every visit is the fried chicken dish. The chicken is always perfectly cooked, and the mashed potatoes with gravy are amazing. The green beans are consistently good, and we always enjoy the side of breadsticks as well. This time we also tried the Oreo cake for dessert and it was delicious! The ambiance is always wonderful, and the service has consistently been great. It's one of those classic Disneyland spots that keeps us coming back every visit.

    Joey R.

    Carnation Café at Disneyland had really good food. I ordered the salad with the green goddess dressing and the potato soup, and both were fresh and flavorful. The dressing especially stood out--it had that classic creamy herb flavor that worked perfectly with the salad. The only downside was the view from our table. We could clearly see staff cleaning equipment and supplies in plain sight, which felt a little un-Disney. One of the things Disneyland usually does so well is keeping the "behind the scenes" stuff hidden to preserve the magic. Overall the food was great, but the atmosphere lost a bit of the Disney immersion because of that.

    Katie R.

    Ate here a few months ago. Made a reservation in advance for 4 people. It was super crowded inside checking in with the hostess and we were seated a little bit later than our reservation. Service was great otherwise. We were seated outside in their cramped outside area. The food was just okay. I did really like the Walt's chili with the nice touch of fried cornbread batter on top. My husband enjoyed his patty melt but said the seasoned fries were the best part of it. I ordered the beef stroganoff which they no longer have on their menu. If they ever do bring it back, don't get it. It was flavorless and salty all at once and the noodles were overcooked.

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    Roselia G.

    A great option for one of your meals while here at Disneyland! Our waitress Danielle went above and beyond for our duel birthday celebration. Thank you to the whole staff for making our meal special!

    Mickey-shaped Waffle
    Liliana M.

    The first time I went to the Carnation Cafe, I did the virtual waitlist for dinner. I was a couple minutes late because of parade traffic but luckily, I still got a table. People that came after me were not so lucky. The second time I tried to go, the park was packed and there was no way of getting in, so I made a reservation about 3 weeks in advance. I was really excited because I always wanted a Mickey waffle. I went with my friend and she was surprised that the breakfast prices (for food and coffee) were reasonable. The waffle was good but it's an average waffle. The bacon was fantastic. My friend enjoyed her breakfast sandwich which I would want to try next time.

    Walter H.

    Disneyland on a Saturday night, you had better have made reservations ahead of time! We chose the Carnation Cafe over a week before we arrived. The food is always consistent and they have great soup and chili! The staff is always nice and the restaurant is always clean. The food was amazing and the prices were somewhat reasonable. As always, the baked potato soup and Walt's chili were both very good! The fried pickle spears are tart and always tasty. The Holiday Special had the most tender NY Medallions of beef, accompanied by mashed potatoes and fresh green beans! A great way to fuel up to make it to the fireworks and later!

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    Brittany T.

    Another Disney dining experience in the books and I gotta say, Carnation Cafe was... just okay? I know this is probably blasphemy to some Disney lovers but I didn't get much whimsy here and the theming wasn't as much fun as some of the other dining spots. It's also pretty crammed in here. Idk, I just didn't get much of that Disney magic I'm looking for. Our main reason for stopping by on New Years Day was to get the holiday special platter before the holidays were officially over. We succeeded and this plate was rather tasty! This is why I offer four stars. While Disney has definitely upped their food game in recent years, it can be hard to say that some of these sit down dining experiences have culinary offerings that are truly worth the price. I think Carnation Cafe is pretty solid when it comes to that. The plate was around $30 if I recall but it came with a delicious cut of meat, cheesy mashed potatoes, green beans, and a dinner roll. It was definitely filling and warming after a cold and rainy morning in the park. Service was excellent as well, which is standard at Disney but always much appreciated.

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    Ask the Community - Carnation Cafe

    What cooking oil does the Carnation Cafe use? I'm allergic to seed oils so it's vitally important what oil is used on the food.

    It is best to ask them there to make sure. When booking a dining reservation there is also a place to enter any allergies online. Wherever we've gone they always confirm at check-in as well as at the table.

    Will they take walk up?

    They may! It just depends on how many reservations have been made/cancelled. I've found that most days, especially later in the evening, there are openings.

    Are you able to ask for your meat cooked a specific way? I like my burgers well done and see theirs don't look that way.

    They ask how you want it cooked so I'd imagine you can let them know you want it well done.

    Does this location offer ranch dressing?

    Yes I believe.

    How are they with food intolerances? Will they delete or remove a specific topping or condiment? Do they do substitutions? Thank you.

    Hello, yes they are very good with food intolerances. If needed they do offer to remove any specific condiments with substitutions.

    Did they stop serving dinner?

    Nope. They still serve dinner. Ever since COVID they don't serve as full a menu as they did before but they do have a lunch and dinner service. It's the same menu for both. Breakfast is a whole different menu.

    I have breakfast reservation at 10:50 AM but it is closed to lunch time also. Am I allowed to order off the lunch menu as well?

    Usually Disney is very accommodating. Just let your server know that's what you'd like to do. They may not be able to put in the lunch order until 11 or 11:30 or whatever the lunch time is, but they will do whatever they can to help out.

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes :)

    Can you watch the parade while you dine?

    Probably not. Depends where you are seated. But you need to be outside to enjoy the parade. We were with in "kissing" distance from the characters and it was awesome. Sitting inside of a restaurant will not give the same enjoyment.

    Is the fried chicken same as the one in the plaza inn?

    I honestly don't think so I've had both and both taste completely different

    Are reservations recommended ? Or is it easy to get a table (Friday night)?

    Reservations are recommended it gets super busy especially on a Friday night

    Is their breakfast menu all day?

    Breakfast is serve from 8 to 11 am. Highly recommend to make reservations prior to get in to the restaurant. They won't take you unless you have a reservation.

    Can you use a Disney gift card here?

    Yes

    When is brunch over?

    Breakfast is from 8am-11:30am and lunch is from 11:30am-3:30pm

    Did they bring back the chicken apple sausage for breakfast?

    Nope just the regular one. Side order comes with 2 pieces FYI

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    Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe

    Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe

    4.6
    (2k reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Haven't gotten the chance to actually visit this place in person but my friend kindly bought me a…read morebox and brought it to me and HOLY this bread is heavenly. Their salt bread is actually insane and the end bits with all the butter bunched up is crazy. The cookie salt bread is basically the sweet version and that is amazing as well. Pretty much can't go wrong with any of the breads here. Also the size of them?? Definitely shareable. I will absolutely be making the drive up now that I know it's this good!

    I've been to this bakery quite a few times, and it's a solid spot for Japanese-style pastries. I…read moreusually grab a few pastries and a cold brew for myself, plus a banana matcha for my best friend. Today's cold brew was perfect. One time before it had a strange chemical-like taste and I couldn't finish it, but I think that was just a one-off because it's normally really good. The banana matcha was good too, although it could've used a little more banana foam this time. The lines can get pretty long, so I was glad it wasn't too busy today. My favorites are the fish sandwich pastry and the jalapeño cheddar pastry. This time I also tried the salt and cookie butter croissant, the s'mores Danish, the Nutella banana Danish, and the turkey and cheese croissant. Everything was good except the turkey and cheese croissant, it was way overcooked for my liking, so I probably wouldn't order that one again. Overall, a good bakery with consistently tasty pastries and drinks.

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    Matcha Sea Salt Cold Brew
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    Yokohama peach (iced)
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    Thank You Coffee

    Thank You Coffee

    4.5
    (748 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$
    Minority-owned & operated
    Locally owned & operated

    As a mocha girlie, I had to try one of their signature drinks Thank You Mocha, and it did not…read moredisappoint! It was sweet, chocolatey, and exactly what I was craving. I paired it with their warmed chocolate croissant, which was flaky, buttery, and the perfect complement to my drink. The café itself is cute, welcoming, and conveniently located along a main street on the ground floor of an apartment complex, with street parking available nearby. It stayed consistently busy during my Thursday morning visit, so it can get pretty lively and a bit noisy. If you're planning to study or work, there are plenty of outlets, which is a huge plus. Just keep in mind that most of the tables are fairly low and small, so I found the bar seating to be the most comfortable option for getting work done. The staff were friendly and welcoming from the moment I walked in. They made sure to acknowledge everyone entering the cafe, even during the rush, and were happy to answer any questions about their drinks. Overall, I think this cafe is definitely worth checking out. Whether you're meeting up with friends or just looking for a cozy place to spend an hour or two, it's a great spot for a casual hangout.

    For Thank you coffee, they always have great flavors and a nice ambiance with average noise levels…read moredue to people chattering. There's always a great collab almost every month and limited flavors that show up! I came for the 626 Hospitality Ice Cream collab and tried their Apricot Osmanthus Affogato with Matcha! The flavor is very subtle and prominent in the ice cream! Rich flavor with the apricot and a nice combination with the earthy matcha! Personally I would recommend eating a bit of the ice cream and then near the end, blend the ice cream with the matcha! We also grabble the oolong nectarine and it had a tarty taste with the hint of oolong! Tip: they do have limited parking with a parking lot! However you can park on the streets! There is no restroom here! They also have a small hydration station with some free water!

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    Iced Hojicha Latte
    Thank You Mocha - housemade ganache (black sesame + ovaltine + CAR 70% dark chocolate)
    Thank You Mocha - housemade ganache (black sesame + ovaltine + CAR 70% dark chocolate)
    Strawberry matcha tonic 5/5 (bold matcha flavor+ strawberry and yuzu+bubblessss)

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    Phin Smith

    Phin Smith

    4.7
    (2.5k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    My fellow Americans, this place is legit. I consider this place to be the absolute best of the best…read morecoffee shop I've ever been to. Ya boy has been around the block for a hot minute so I've been to my fair share of coffee shops. If anyone dares speak any slander on this fine establishment, I am ready to defend its honor. I have legit gone here for the past couple months religiously. I have tried every single drink on the menu that is not matcha. I have never had a drink that I would consider anything below a 9/10. You really can't go wrong with any of the drinks here because they will happily remake your drink if it's not one that's perfect. Second, the service here is second to none. The entire staff is so friendly and professional. Special shoutout to the great sensei Vicky. She always makes sure we feel welcome and taken care of. Not even exaggerating, I usually get two coffees here. I get one, go to Costco, then come back for another. Real talk. No bs. anyways. go getyaself one. I especially like the Peanut Butter Coffee and the Vanilla Cold Brew... and the Dustino... I really like the banana coffee too... they make a mean @ss dirty chai. I swear the list goes on and on. Oh their teas are good too. aight i'm out.

    The best place to get Vietnamese coffee drinks! I've visited multiple times and I keep coming back…read morefor their Coconut Coffee. Their Coconut Coffee is one of their blended creation that uses Phin Smith's signature District 1 Blend which has a dark, bold, and intense coffee flavor with nutty undertones. The drink has a rich coconut crema which makes it silky and smooth flavour. Since it's a blend, the coconut pairs well with the strong bold coffee flavor. It's a bit sweeter which is what I like. It makes for a refreshing drink on those hot summer days. Service moves along well. You order your drink and once you've received your drink, you pay at the cash and then you can head out with beverage. I love how content all the staff are and there's many of them to make sure you get your drink in a timely manner. It's a must visit if you're in garden grove and craving for Vietnamese coffee. I also highly recommend the Phin Freeze and the Javacado!

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    Viet Coffee w/ Hazelnut
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    Airoma Cafe

    Airoma Cafe

    4.7
    (2.3k reviews)
    6.1 mi
    $$

    I get the hype! Airoma Cafe constantly ranks high on the list of best matcha spots in Southern…read moreCalifornia. The cafe is cute with a small number of interior tables. They are located in the same plaza as Brodard, Vox Kitchen, Rol Handbar, etc. in Fountain Valley. This location is open later than the other Airoma. They use ceremonial matcha which makes a huge difference. I ordered the strawberry matcha latte (74% sweet) after trying one previously in LA. I paid and waited for my order to be ready. After a few minutes, I received my order. I shook it up and tried it. Delicious! Even better than I remembered. My husband who doesn't usually enjoy matcha, tried it and liked it. He does not dig the earthy taste, but this drink changed his perspective. Airoma made my husband a believer in matcha. We do not usually go out too often for matcha, but when I'm in the mood next, this place will be a must visit. I'll have to try their egg coffee in the future too.

    My friend accidentally drove us to this location intending to go to the Garden Grove location, but…read moreit was a pleasant surprise to learn that they opened a second location here. I actually keep hoping that they open another location over near Cerritos/Artesia. There was a line leading outside of the building, but it moved pretty quickly. I ordered a pandan latte and I'd say it was just as good as their original location! Not overly sweet with a really tasty pandan flavor. Lots and lots of parking in the plaza. And service was very quick. There's very minimal seating on the left hand side of where you order. I wouldn't say this is the ideal shop to work in and hang out and chat, but that's fine.

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    Double matcha latte
    Double matcha latte
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    Matcha Einspanner
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    The Sketch Pad Cafe

    The Sketch Pad Cafe

    4.0
    (25 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    One of the best things Disney has created…read more Located inside the pixar place hotel, this cafe is very well decorated with tons of seating and tvs showing the pixar shorts on repeat. Service is always outstanding at any Disney property. Was able to order & receive my drink within 5 minutes. No line shockingly but there was a wave that came in after me. Bananas Foster Latte with Almond milk. Best coffee on any disney property. They use real bananas, its absolutely incredible. I'd sell my soul for them to make this a permanent menu item.

    When my pass is blocked, I get creative about finding new ways (excuses) to be at Disney. This…read moretime, I decided to meet a friend to cowork at the Sketch Pad Cafe in Pixar Place Hotel. First of all, the staff here are so friendly. Last time I was here I got a cookie butter latte and the barista accidentally made it with oat instead of almond milk and was so insistent on remaking it (I didn't let her). This time, another barista made me such a cozy London fog! Perfect for my work session. The space is actually pretty nice and quiet to be honest. It's quite far from the hotel check in and elevators so during the day there's not too much commotion happening around here. During the 2-3 hours we spent here, it was just us and a few other unlucky souls who were spending their day at the resort working instead of frolicking. At one point, a staff member came by to say, "You know you're supposed to be having fun, right??" But honestly, anytime I'm at Disney is a fun time, even if I'm heads down in my laptop. Just the ambiance of being so close to the parks is magical (and Bing Bong was nearby to entertain us too). Overall, this is probably one of the best places to work if you're coming to the resort. I've been to the Coffee House at Disneyland Hotel and worked in their lobby as well and this is a much calmer, quieter vibe. WiFi is very fast and there's lots of seating.

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    Meat burrito  (given wrong one)
    Meat burrito (given wrong one)
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    Carnation Cafe - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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