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    Napa Rose

    4.2 (2.1k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndAmerican
    Closed 5:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    NAPA ROSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Upscale
    Dogs allowed

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    Steak
    Derrick S.

    Newly renovated, new executive chef. We were a little nervous going in chef's counter. Dare I say, FOOD is better than before! Not cheap, food comes out SLOW, but for any Disney-adult-self-proclaimed-foodie. A must taste :]! Can't wait for the next special occasion to go back.

    Spencer Q.

    Food: 3/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Portion to Price: 1/5 Overall: This was a go to before but with menu now changing to prefixe it's a bit of a price hike. I'll consider somewhere else. The extended review... Food: 3/5 - We had a 4 course meal with an amuse but I'd say that only one of the dishes really stood out. They did a really good job with the second course (Sorpresine Pasta) which was very rich but so tasty. The other dishes were pretty standard fare compared to other fine dining or mid-range establishments. Service: 5/5 - Awesome waitstaff who were very attentive. Ambiance: 5/5 - A wonderful setting and nice to have a sit down dinner to relax especially if you are taking a break from the park. Portion to Price: 1/5 - $188 a pop which is almost double what it was previously with ala carte.

    My prince "Naveen" with Princess Tiana
    Kim C.

    Dear Future Disney-Loving Daughter-in-Law, I am currently raising your prince. He will dress up for you even though the costume itches, he's a little hot, and he's getting a lot of unexpected attention. He will open your door, pull out your chair, sip tea with his pinky up, and politely eat those tiny tea sandwiches. He'll also support you whether you want to open your own business or spend the entire day in the library chasing your dreams. Just know that chivalry is being raised over here... with a little Disney magic. Your sweet (and slightly Disney-obsessed) mother-in-law to be, Kim C. DISNEY PRINCESS BREAKFAST ADVENTURE REVIEW (before the renovation) Price: Adults and children (ages 3-9) are the same price: $149. Children receive a special gift -- they can choose between a "warrior" set (shield and sword) or a "princess" set (crown, necklace, and wand). One of my sweet kids asked where my gift was. Adults get chocolates. When he realized adults didn't get a special gift, he offered to ask for a princess set for me and trade out his gift. It brought tears to my eyes. I thanked him and reminded him that both of them coming to the event dressed up was a gift in itself and more than enough. From the moment we walked in, everything felt elevated and special. My sons were greeted by their character names -- Prince Naveen and Prince Adam (some even called him the Beast). The setting inside the Grand Californian is beautiful, and the service made the experience feel relaxed rather than rushed. The host explained the flow. Our server and the team were great at guiding us and letting us know that a new princess was available. The Food: It's a three-course breakfast with starters, a main course, and dessert. Starters The meal started with a beautiful three-tier tower of appetizers that felt very "royal." Ours included fluffy Tiana's famous beignets, banana wraps inspired by Princess Jasmine, and coconut cookies & cream chia parfaits topped with edible flowers. There were also savory tea sandwich bites that were light but flavorful. Main Course There was a breakfast buffet for the main course. The Cast Members serving the food also recognized the "princes" and greeted them. The food was plentiful and constantly refreshed. We enjoyed fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon (which disappeared fast), sausages, roasted vegetables, and the cutest Mickey-shaped waffles with syrup and powdered sugar. Everything was warm, fresh, and easy for the kids to enjoy. Desserts The dessert tower had colorful cake pops, tiny tarts, macarons, and fun sweet treats that looked like they belonged at a royal celebration. The chocolate cake pop was rich and fudgy, and the fruit dessert topped with cotton candy added a playful touch. Princess Meet and Greet: What really made the experience magical were the princess interactions. We were able to take photos with several princesses, and each one took time to talk with the kids and make them feel extra special. It didn't feel rushed at all -- they made the whole experience feel like a royal gathering. We were even able to go back and take more pictures. The princesses rotate daily, that day we saw Ariel, Aurora, Pocahontas, Tiana, and Rapunzel. Watching my little "princes" lean into the royal experience -- costume and all -- will be a memory ingrained forever for me. We have watched every Disney movie featuring the princesses who were present that day, so the kids knew the characters from their movies and even had questions ready to ask. Between the princesses, the food, and the magical atmosphere, this truly felt like stepping into a fairy tale. Thanks again to the Cast Members for creating such a magical experience. But the biggest thank you goes to my real-life prince, who grew to be King of our household, -- my husband -- who helps make dreams become reality. He booked this as a Valentine's gift, persuaded the kids to dress up, and planned a full Disney day afterward. I'm thankful they have a grew to love Disney father figure to look up to. After decades together, he's still wooing me. Girls, true love exists -- and after all these years, I'm still living my fairy tale.

    Michele L.

    What a BEAUTIFUL experience! We got to dine at Napa Rose not only for the first time but also since their new remodel and I am so glad we did. Immediately the atmosphere was nice and the people were very welcoming. This place is beautiful and modern but still has a bit of the rustic wine country feel. Our server, Riley, was amazing. He was attentive, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about any and everything in the restaurant. The menu was a tasting menu so you get to choose one item from each course for a set price. They also had wine pairing options. The food was absolutely phenomenal and tasted like so much time and effort was put into it. Everything was fresh and each bite was heaven. This was a fantastic way to celebrate my husband's birthday.

    The seasonal course menu offerings. This is mid Feb right after they reopened.
    Rich O.

    I brought my wife and toddler here to celebrate her birthday. I was fortunate to snag an open reservation on Super Bowl Sunday of all days and I looked forward to dining here for the first time ever. Although the wife and I were former Disneyland annual passholders, it never crossed our minds to dine at the Napa Rose. Probably because every time we were at Disneyland/CA Adventure, we were always just looking to get on the rides at the parks and food was always a second thought. I had read an article about the restaurant's recent reopening after doing renovation so I decided to come celebrate my wife's birthday here and bring our son out to experience California Adventure for the first time ever. Since this was our first time here, we didn't have a frame of reference as to what the place looked like before the remodel. Regardless, the atmosphere was perfect for anyone wanting to celebrate a special occasion or for wanting to relax and close out a day at Disney with a wonderful meal in a beautifully appointed dining environment. Here's the rub, be prepared to pay a bit of a sum for the course menu meal. The cost is $188 per person without any drinks and I believe the dishes served change with each season. The presentation as well as the quality of the food was worth it. Also, because it's a course meal, the food is served at a slower pace so definitely take the time to enjoy the presentation and flavors of each dish. The only time the pace became an issue was at the end of the meal when we were waiting for the parting sweets and our toddler was starting to fade out and was getting a little fussy. Overall, my wife and I enjoyed the entire meal and experience and our server and wait staff made the entire dinning experience with a toddler go so smoothly.

    Table setting
    John O.

    Napa Rose reopened recently after being updated and we wanted to see the differences. We booked 2 seats at the Chef's Counter which has expanded seating. At $250 the tasting menu is a pretty pricey dinner but you miss the point if you think of it that way. This is an event, a show, an experience. The changes inside are subtle enough to make it look familiar from before. But the chef's counter was definitely bigger the seating and counters were lower. At the counter guests have each of the courses explained to them by a chef immediately after being served. Service is impeccable and timed like it's theater. Part of the pleasure is watching the kitchen and servers in action. Everyone moves with calm efficiency. Everything we were served was delicious and a delight for the senses. A5 Waygu, duck and caviar added luxury. If you go for the wine pairing you will get a new wine for each course. The sommelier will explain the wine and why he thinks it works with the dish. Guests at the counter generally get served the same dishes during the evening unless you have allergies or strong preferences. My wife doesn't like seafood of any type so had Waygu for 3 courses. This is a great choice for foodies who really want a an immersive experience. Hopefully Mickey will be pouring the wine when you go (not THAT Mickey)

    So good!
    Steve F.

    It has been at least 12 years since we dined at the chefs counter in this restaurant, and we were so excited to try again after the remodel. The remodel is fresh and crisp, and definitely in the Disney grand style. We are chef Andrew Sutton fans we were so excited to try what the next chapter of the menu would be like in this spot. Reservations are normally full so you have to check 30 to 60 days out on the Disneyland app to get the chefs counter, it was worth the wait. 7 courses in total each one deeply delicious with exquisite flavors and wonderful texture. The cocktails are top shelf and the whiskey and bourbon selection is ginormous, way too much to list on a menu. You'll have to walk to the bar to view all the bottles. It's about $250 per person which includes five hour free complementary valet at the grand. Worth it for those special occasions.

    Crab soup
    Vincent N.

    5 hour validated valet parking when dining here (Don't forget cash to tip valet). 75$ for first hour and $10 each hour after that if you go pass the 5. It was awesome being able to enter the park and skip the long entrance lines through the Grand Californian! $188 per person pre-fixe menu! The service was amazing and we were constantly being checked up on! The food was also amazing and everything was presented beautifully! Some dishes was amazing and some could have been better, but overall experience was 5 stars! (4.5 stars but I'll round up). 1. Started off with a toasted marshmallow cocktail, it was amazing, the torched marshmallow cream on top was delicious! 2. Started us off with the mushroom soup, possibly the best mushroom soup I've had, such nice creamy flavor. 3. Then for first course we tried the shrimp flutes and lobster toast. Both were delicious with a nice lemon yuzu flavor! If I had to pick one I would go with the lobster toast! 4. The second course we tried the crab pasta and the wild boar pasta. Definitely go with the crab! It was in uni butter and so good! It was like a soup. 5. For the third course/entree we tried the lamb and swordfish. Both dishes although good, didn't hit the same flavor wise, I would maybe try something else like the steak. The swordfish was juicy, but the texture was like tuna, kind of firm and meaty. I prefer more sea bass texture more tender. The crust on the lamb was pretty salty and the lamb itself was too rare for my liking. 6. The last course/dessert we tried the carrot cake cremuex and the honey apple brioche. Definitely go carrot cake! It was so good! So moist and the cremuex was perfect, so unique! Although the entrees didn't hit, the other dishes were excellent, service was top notch, we really enjoyed the whole experience!

    Sorpresine pasta in California crab broth with Pacific uni (IG&TT @takeonefortheroad)
    Tiffany L.

    Napa Rose just reopened and it is stunning. Service was fantastic and I had a great evening. Cocktails: * Coachella Valley Cooler -- yuzu calamansi, shiso oil * Ojai Campfire -- toasted marshmallow, graham cracker dust * Montecito Eye Opener -- $60 espresso martini with Hennessy XO Things I tried: * Lobster tamale with caviar * Steak tartare on brioche * Signature mushroom cappuccino -- ultra creamy and rich, my favorite * Sautéed salmon with lobster toast & lemon bubbles * American Wagyu New York * Sorpresine pasta in California crab broth with Pacific uni * Swordfish * Colorado rack of lamb with fig-orange gremolata Dessert: * Valrhona chocolate bar with hazelnut praline -- like all my favorite chocolate candy bars in one

    Parting Nibble chocolate candy
    John D.

    When the reopening of Napa Rose was announced, I knew this was the spot to celebrate our Valentine's Day. We celebrated a week early but it was also our first time here! The entire experience was fantastic. The interior was warmly and a perfect setting for fine dining. Everyone there was welcoming and the servers were really informative about the menu. There is only one dining menu which is their prix fixe menu at $188 per person. The dinning start off with the Beginning, Amuse Bouche. A shot of mushroom soup with a burst of flavor. It was the best mushroom soup I ever had. Then comes the First Course, Second Course, Entree, and then Dessert. All the food was exceptional and delicious. At the end, before leaving, we were served with A Parting Nibble, one piece of Chocolate or Jelly candy picked from an elegant serving box. In our case, we were the last one there and had the last reservation, we were gifted two candies each. Very kind of our server. We didn't have any wine but we did order from their Signature Cocktails Menu. On the menu, there is a neat short description of each drink. One of the best fine dining we have experienced and it is a place to come back.

    Kristy N.

    Could have been better. Beautiful after the renovation, I give them that. The space is Muchmore elevated, and we sat in a booth facing the open kitchen. There are different seating options, Dining room, Lounge, or along the open kitchen - that option for reservations opens on the 1st of every month. Our waiters, Mickey and Nick are AMAZING. They are well versed and knowledgeable about their menu. It was nice to view the kitchen. With that said, the overall experience didn't live up to expectations. One thing that really threw me off was the temperature of the food. Dishes kept coming out extremely hot like, no warning, just straight up burn your tongue hot. The amuse-bouche was a mushroom soup. While while it was actually really tasty, it burned. I brushed it off because, okay, it's soup...... that can happen. But then it kept happening with the next courses too, and it started to feel like the kitchen didn't put that into thought enough. We had our first courses, the Apple Pacific Shrimp Flutes and the American Wagyu N.Y. - The Apple Pacific Shrimp Flutes was refreshing and had great flavors. The Wagyu was tough.. surprisingly. At our second course we had the Sopresine Pasta, The bowl looked like an Uni shell! cute. The winter goose dish... BURNED ME AGAIN. I couldn't enjoy the rest of my meal after that. I let my husband eat everything else and I had my dessert packed to go. it was sooo unfortunate. I did try his Prime of the Eye ... SO CHEWY. for PRIME? that was the tipping... If you want prefix, the kitchen at Providence ranks better. I want to saw, SERVICE Was impeccable. but kitchen needs fixing...... Although this is unrelated to the actual restaurant, I must mention that the Valet experience was a nightmare. it was not busy. the guests before us had a missing car, the pulled the WRONG vehicle for them even though their ticket matched the keys. then we waited for 20 minutes before asking where is our care and OOPS? they key was still hanging?!!!?!!?!?? This was our second night out as new parents without a baby. it was so sad to experience this, this way. Doubtful to try again.

    American Wagyu N.Y. Thinly Sliced Medium Rare, Grape Mustardo
    Michael Y.

    Had a great birthday meal recently at Napa Rose where we got the chance to enjoy their 2026 spring menu. The Sorpresine Pasta with California Crab Broth, Pacific Uni Butter was terrific! I also loved my Colorado Rack of Lamb which came braised. They had a nice Paso Robles Cab that was reasonably priced. The Wagyu and prime eye of the rib were also flavorful. The restaurant seating area was very nice as well.

    Nastaran A.

    This place continues to a staple in any Disney trip we take. You can always count on getting a good quality cocktail here. Knowledgable staff and high end vibes. Always recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Napa Rose

    How much is the side of the bread now in 2024?

    18.00

    Is the bread complimentary or with a charge? I don't see it on the menu?

    They used to serve a bread basket that was really good, with an assortment of breads.. and it was complimentary, but ever since Covid, they no longer serve bread. You'd have to order this foccacia side dish, if you want bread.

    Have the brought back any sides, like the truffle mac and cheese or anything else? I can't find sides on any of the posted menus.

    You can request for a side of that and they can make it. Last time I went in January they made it as a custom side for me BUT I was dining at the Chef's Counter though.

    Have they brought back the bread basket yet?

    Unfortunately, they have not.

    Does Napa Rose allow a standard Cast Member discount on a Sunday evening?

    Yes

    So, is this a upscale dress up restaurant or a short, t-shirt and slippers kinda thing as I am reading the reviews?

    Not formal per se, but maybe upscale casual. I was comfortable wearing khaki pants and a short sleeved collared polo, and I would have been fine wearing jeans or dress shorts. That being said, there were others wearing everything from park wear to… Read more

    Does Napa Rose allow you to bring your own wine? If yes, you what is the corkage fee?

    You should call to see if it is allowed or if there is a corkage fee. They have an extensive wine cellar, do menu pairings, and a sommelier so... best to check yourself.

    Are walk ins welcome?

    The main dining room usually requires reservations. However, the lounge and bar do allow walk-ins. The lounge and bar are perfectly fine for the ultimate Napa Rose experience.

    How long does the course dinner generally take? I saw someone mentioned their dinner experience was 2-3 hours. Wondering if that's true? We have a pretty late reservation with kids...

    Yes. It's a dining experience.

    Do they have take away if you don't feel like eating inside the restaurant?

    No. Napa Rose is a fine dining experience.

    Is the chef's table back?

    Yes. Requires a reservation which is not on-line. Call the hotel to inquire.

    Is it really just a two drink per person limit? I saw it on their Disney website?

    No, where did you see that? So interesting!

    Do they serve lunch or is it just dinner? Thanks

    Dinner only

    Is 9pm the last reservation time for Napa Rose because I have an 8:55pm time and I don't want it to last 5 min lol?

    I recently had one that late and left @11 pm So no

    How did you make a reservation? I tried on the Disneyland app but couldn't find an open date.

    They book really fast. Unfortunately right now you just have to keep checking on the app and hope for a cancellation to pop up

    When will the chef's table open?

    Chefs counter is open on weekends

    Is the chefs table open?

    No it wasn't open when I was there

    What's the dress code for dinner?

    Fanciest and most expensive restaurant in the Disneyland Resort and no dress code. You will feel comfortable in resort wear or casual dress. No swim wear or torn clothing.

    Do they have classic Disney character Snow White?

    There is a Disney princess breakfast here but reservation is required. There are princesses, they switch them out we've been twice.… Read more

    Is there a special seating in the Kitchen?

    There is special seating at the counter that faces the kitchen. It's called Chef's Counter - you have to book ahead by calling in. It is more expensive but it is a custom experience and it is AMAZING!

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    10.6 mi
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Romantic vibe

    My third time back at Story. We did another Mad Hatters Tea party. Towers of small bites of sweet…read moreand savory, along with sparkling wine and Drink Me potion. So good! Tip: ask to sit in Vickie's area, especially if celebrating a birthday. She personally adds the "Happy Birthday" to the plate that holds a cup of complimentary ice cream Sunday.

    So not sure where to start off but we had reserved a private dinner to celebrate our elopement with…read moreour close friends and family ( 10 members ) to be exact on April 25th around 3:00pm. We truly honestly regret selecting this restaurant to host such "intimate" dinner to say the least. The "' private rooms " aren't even private ... we were sat infront of a big party which I think they were hosting a mad hatter event at the time and they kept the curtains wide open for many passing customers to pry at us and it was a very uncomfortable ( found out that the bathrooms are right next door at that ) experience . I was under the impression that the word private ment curtains will be closed private . I'm not sure if it's because the party was " too small " to even treat it as a courtesy event but omg ? Ambiance was not fit for us & There's truly no excuse for it . We even requested to have curtains closed but he just undid the rope ever so slightly still having us in full display . We had this server which I unfortunately didn't get her name all I could remember was her high slicked bun and her loud practically screaming voice . It was all our first time here so we were looking at the menu to figure out what we'd like to order but this lady kept rushing us not allowing the table to coordinate our orders for a smooth process I mean it's 10 of us. So that was just a mess to order. We all put in our orders for drinks first to allow us to look at the menu since she kept being pushy like she didn't even get 2 of our guests drink order in either ?? So we had to wait until she came back which took a very long time .... Once some drinks came back to us one of the servers SPILLED some the of the drink on one of our guests dress ! And all over the table . It's truly so embarrassing to experience this in general as a person and a customer let alone someone that is celebrating a special event. The food and drink were decent but I truthfully think the experience overshadowed the actual enjoyment of the food and drinks. Once we had our food the waitress popped in at very long sparse times to yell out if we were okay in the middle of our dinner which honestly most of us grew irritated by it because there's absolutely no need to scream at us while we are eating ....our guest honestly felt uncomfortable to order because there was already that drink mishap and just the poor service overall . There was a point where a server came in to set down the food and practically tossed it on the table& made a comment about the amount of food one of our guest had ordered ? Like are we missing proper serving etiquette at this point ? If I could have a do over I wouldn't select this place for events like that . Maybe a casual dinner but if that was the case maybe I should've just opt for chilis for better service honestly because this wasn't it . We had brought a small cake to cut and she would come in at times just to yell out " cmon now everyone it's a celebration " like please read the room. If you're like me trying to host a small dinner for a special celebration don't do it here. If the automated gratuity wasn't in place I don't even think a tip was worth it.

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    4.3(4k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$$

    We celebrated our anniversary at The Ranch and had a really nice night. The vibe is upscale but…read morestill cozy, perfect for a special occasion, and the servers were super friendly. We had scallops and the ceviche trilogy to start, and by then we were already pretty full. For the main, we shared the 58 oz Prime Angus Cowboy Ribeye; it was a lot of food, so we definitely took some home. We also had two glasses of sparkling rosé. Overall, great food, great service, and a perfect anniversary spot.

    5 stars for the service alone. Brian was fantastic from start to finish. Extremely attentive,…read morealways checking in, and I never had to ask for a refill once. His level of customer service is what I've always appreciated about The Ranch ever since Rito moved on. The service here has consistently been top notch and has never let us down. This visit, the food fell a little short of the usual standard. The fries weren't very crispy, although the sides were still delicious. My Delmonico, which is normally super juicy and tender, came out closer to medium instead of medium rare and was also a touch cold. That said, The Ranch is still one of my favorite spots in OC. If the kitchen can consistently match the high standards and execution that the servers provide, this place will easily stay at the top as one of the best steakhouse experiences in Orange County.

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    THE RANCH Restaurant - BLT Wedge: Petite Iceberg / Nueske's Bacon / Pear Tomatoes / Point Reyes Blue Cheese

    BLT Wedge: Petite Iceberg / Nueske's Bacon / Pear Tomatoes / Point Reyes Blue Cheese

    THE RANCH Restaurant - Pappy Van Winkle 12 Year Lot B

    Pappy Van Winkle 12 Year Lot B

    THE RANCH Restaurant - FLAT IRON, 8 oz. Prime Flat Iron with Baby Dutch Potatoes, House-Made Pancetta, Saint Agur Blue Cheese & Wild Arugula, $28

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    FLAT IRON, 8 oz. Prime Flat Iron with Baby Dutch Potatoes, House-Made Pancetta, Saint Agur Blue Cheese & Wild Arugula, $28

    Strong Water Anaheim - Loco Moco Burger

    Strong Water Anaheim

    4.6(982 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    We attended a special Chartreuse tasting event at Strong Water which was being held in honor of…read moreChartreuse week and Chartreuse Day 1605 (May 16), the annual celebration of Chartreuse's origins and history. The tasting featured a great lineup of green and yellow Chartreuse paired with small bites. It concluded with a complementary Chartreuse-based cocktail from one of five recipes. Brand ambassador Taylor guided the event and began by telling us about the unique history of Chartreuse. The tasting started out with a small spoonful of Vegetal Elixir Chartreuse to warm up the palate. This is the base spirit of both green and yellow Chartreuse and clocks in at 138 proof. It was surprisingly not harsh, but immediately kicked my salivary glands into overdrive. I didn't even know that vintages of Chartreuse was a thing, but Taylor walked us through tasting three different vintages of both yellow and green Chartreuse, and it was surprising how different they were. The lineup concluded with more rare varietals of the green elixir 1605 and yellow cuvee. Great job, thanks Taylor! Chef Kling presented each small bite which included a crispy Icelandic cod, a roasted beet crostino, and a lamb slider. All of them had a five star list of ingredients and were delicious. Strong Water is known for their excellent cocktails, but their food is also great. For my cocktail at the end of the event, I had the Bar Flower (Green Chartreuse, Crème de Cacao, Pineapple, Lime). This was so good, with the herbal and chocolate flavors perfectly balanced. It was served with a flaming lime half. This was such a great event! Chartreuse retails for around $100 a bottle, and the higher-end varieties cost even more. At just $45 per person, this event was an amazing bargain. Strong Water frequently hosts great events, so keep an eye on their social media for upcoming dates. I really love Chartreuse, so I went back a few days later on the last day of Chartreuse week to try a few of the other limited time cocktails. I started out with their twist on a Grasshopper (Chartreuse, Crème de Menthe, Chili Liqueur, Crème de Cacao, Cream, Cane, $22). This was a great classic Grasshopper, but the Chartreuse added a herbal complexity, and there is a dash of heat on the finish from the chili liqueur. Next I had the Flare Gun (Yellow Chartreuse, Overproof Rum, Italian Bitter, Lime, Cane, $20). The yellow Chartreuse definitely comes through, but it's softer and has a light sweetness, unlike the green variety. Even though it contains overproof rum, it is perfectly balanced and not boozy at all. I usually don't like bitter drinks, but the bitterness was at a perfect light level. I finished off with the Tales from the Black Lagoon which is my favorite drink here, and it's also a favorite of many of the bartenders. All three cocktails were a home run. Chartreuse is an expensive spirit, so those drinks cost a little more than average. Shout out to Karen, Joey, Edgar, Jordan, and Ying for excellent hospitality, as always. Strong Water is our favorite place. We can't wait to go back!

    Amazing spot! Great spot to go check out if you are new to Cali! It is small but worth it! Drinks…read moreca be pricey but it's worth it. Some drinks will have souvenirs!amazinnnggg ambience! 1000/10 would come again!

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    Strong Water Anaheim - 3 Dots & A Dash and Tales from the Black Lagoon

    3 Dots & A Dash and Tales from the Black Lagoon

    Strong Water Anaheim - Captain's Quarters

    Captain's Quarters

    Strong Water Anaheim - Tempura King Oyster Mushrooms & Shishito Peppers

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    Tempura King Oyster Mushrooms & Shishito Peppers

    Napa Rose - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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