My third time back at Story. We did another Mad Hatters Tea party. Towers of small bites of sweet and 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. read more

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So not sure where to start off but we had reserved a private dinner to celebrate our elopement with our 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. read more

I was so sad when Mimosa's closed but something even better opened up. The waiter informed us that it was the same owners, just different concept. Ok, that's a smart move in my opinion. Story has a darker, and more whimsical night owl vibe. I bet it's a popular place at night for crowds of all ages. With that said, we came here for brunch on a Saturday. Our server Adrian was hospitable, constantly checked on us, and refilled our coffee cups. I ordered the classic breakfast with scrambled eggs, bacon, fruit instead of potatoes, and English muffin. At first I wanted to substitute the bread for a pancake but was told that they didn't do substitutions like that. So I ended up ordering a kids pancake on the side, which I regretted immediately after seeing it. I actually enjoyed their English muffin and that would've been enough. The kids pancake tasted like McDonald's pancakes. Yup, not going to dwell on that more. The classic breakfast was what you'd want in a basic breakfast, nothing fancy. Their English muffins were seasoned with maybe garlic butter and had a slight crunch. I'd recommend that as a bread option. My husband's dish looked amazing! I wish I had gotten that. He ordered the vegetable skillet and it had so many fresh ingredients. I'd love to come back with a group of friends or for date night to try their dinner menu. read more

We went to Story for their Mad tea hatters tea and it was very cute aesthetic. The tea service includes tea, a sparkling drink either wine or cider, and an assortment of tea sandwiches and pastry items. The sandwiches were good, the pastries were served warm with cinnamon butter and strawberry (both delicious) which was a treat. However, not sure if the server had too many tables, but it took over 10 minutes for them to come greet us and take our tea and drink orders after we sat down. After our order was taken, she was attentive and friendly. read more

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First Experience/Visit This Evening. Was Greeted At Check-In For A Reservation. The 'Story' Was A Story Within Itself. Great, Bold Decor!! Server Vicky Was Very Friendly & Attentive!! On Top Of The Music Playing, The Noise Level Was Pretty High!! I Tried The Dillinger CockTail, Ahi Tuna Tacos, Garlic Green Beans & Short Rib Pasta. Everything Was Pretty Tasty. read more

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Highly recommend making a reservation because holiday weekends like Mother's Day is busy. The decor and ambience for Story is chef's kiss. You are transported to a different place upon entering the property. I think it's a different vibe at night, and would love to experience it to see how the lights will transform the place. We were here to take our mom for Mother's Day tea. The price is so reasonable considering all you get. The sandwiches are so light but filling. Although it was very busy, our server made sure to have our water glasses refilled and whatever else we need. I've been to their Whittier location and this location doesn't disappoint. read more

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March 29th, I went in for lunch around 2 PM. It was very busy, and we sat at a booth in the bar area. I chose this place to celebrate my birthday with a friend who was unable to celebrate with me earlier in the month (I also celebrated here last year), but unfortunately, the service was disappointing. While I understand it was extremely busy and can give some grace for that, there was a noticeable decline in attentiveness. I had to request menus; the bartender asked me to wait a moment, which was understandable since he was making drinks. A waiter later brought food menus and water, but no drink menus. The bartender eventually asked if I was ready to order a drink, but I still hadn't received a drink menu. At that point, I asked about gluten-free options since my friend has a serious sensitivity to gluten. He said he would check. A bearded waiter stopped by briefly and, clearly rushed, mentioned that the chile relleno would be safe and that any salad without gluten-containing items would work. He quickly added that he had to go, and the entire interaction lasted less than a minute. My friend has diagnosed non-celiac gluten sensitivity and becomes very ill if exposed. Given that, I would have expected more care and time taken to explain what was truly safe and what should be avoided, even during a busy service. I didn't ask about gluten-free options casually--this was a legitimate medical concern. Later, another waiter stopped by, and I requested a drink menu from him. When I ordered, my drink (the Strawberry Sip ) sat at the bar for quite a while. My friend even joked about whether they should just grab it themselves before it finally arrived about five minutes later. Again, I understand things were busy, but if it's that hectic, the bar likely needs additional support. It was also disappointing to overhear a server openly complaining about another guest who had ordered a classic breakfast but forgot to mention they needed gluten-free bread. That kind of conversation feels unprofessional--guests can hear more than staff may realize. I only removed one star because, as always, my food was great, and I really do love the atmosphere at Story. My drink was a bit melted by the time it arrived, but it still tasted fine. This is my go to spot, but will not be bringing anyone with food sensitivities or allergies in the future. read more

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Girls Night at Story and let me tell you... the plot was plotting. Decor and ambiance: 5/5. This place is basically an Instagram photoshoot disguised as a restaurant. Every corner felt like a different scene and I was fully in my main character era the entire night. Plating: 5/5. The dishes come out looking like they deserve their own chapter. Naturally, the table had to pause because as we all know... The Camera Eats First! Taste: A solid 4/5. The flavors didn't quite steal the whole show, but they definitely delivered a strong supporting actor performance. Also ordered the drink "To Chill a Mockingbird" purely because the pun deserved a standing ovation... I don't even know what it tasted like but come on... the name. Vibes: 5/5. The whole night felt like a perfectly written scene. Time with my girlies: 10/5. Best cast ever. No notes. Overall: 5/5. A beautiful setting, great bites, strong drinks, and a girls night worthy of its own Oscar winning plot dynamics. Story definitely deserves a sequel, maybe a trilogy in the works. read more

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OMG...Story is so cute! It has such a whimsical atmosphere as soon as you walk in. The decor is so creative and unique with fun details like books and cool chandeliers. The weekend brunch menu has some fun offerings like a mimosa flight, Bloody Mary deviled eggs, and strawberry matcha waffles. My friend ordered the Short Rib Benny and I was curious about the Caramel Espresso Fried Pancakes. My friend's benny arrived looking kind of sad with just half the plate with something on it. I think it was because she ordered the fruit instead of the potatoes which likely would've filled the other half of the plate to make it more visually appealing. My pancakes arrived so cute, with cinnamon and sugar, and caramel drizzled on top. I couldn't figure out where the espresso was.There was a big scoop of whipped cream on top and I think the espresso was infused in that. However upon tasting this beautiful dish, it turned out to be candy on a plate and was way, way too sweet even for my crazy sweet tooth. I didn't enjoy it at all and couldn't even finish one pancake. Our server was kind enough to offer to replace it with another dish and I ordered the Italian Baked Eggs. When it arrived, I realized it was Uova al Purgatorio (Eggs in Purgatory) - the Italian version of shakshuka. It is a simple dish of eggs in a flavorful tomato sauce (usually poached, but I guess they bake theirs?), and was served with buttered bread. OMG, so simple but so good! I ate it all up. They are currently offering a Mad Hatter's Tea and there was a group of ladies who went all in and dressed the party with fancy themed hats and themed outfits. So so cute. I'm definitely going to have to come back to give the tea a try!! read more

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Story is a comtemporary American restaurant in the Anaheim Hills area. It's located in a plaza with ample parking and has a lively but intimate ambiance. We made reservations online ahead of time and were seated immediately after we arrived. MISO BUTTER NOODLES ($14) - this was creamy, buttery, and garlicky. There was a bit of a kick from the pepper flakes. We really liked this dish and my only complaint is that there was no option to add protein. 4/5 SHORT RIB LOADED FRIES ($19) - I liked that there were big portions of meat. The fries were crispy but I thought could've used more refreshing toppings like pico and avocado salsa. 4.5/5 YUZU LOBSTER PASTA ($38) - there were good portions of lobster and while I could taste a lot of parmesan I couldn't taste the yuzu. Between the noodle dishes I preferred the miso butter noodles and it helps that it was also cheaper. 3/5 MISO GLAZED CHILEAN SEA BASS ($60) - there was a decent miso flavor but it was an extremely small piece of fish. It was okay and not worth the price we paid. 2/5 For cocktails the fireside reading ($17) was cinnamon-y and I liked the extra aroma of the cinnamon stick on fire. The scarlet sip ($17) was fruity and light. Interestingly we liked the shareables more than the mains. They also serve oven fired pizzas and sandwiches/burgers so I wonder if those would be better. read more

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Went on a Friday afternoon to have tea here with my friend. I've been to a dozen tea places but I wasn't sure what to expect of this one. For $40 I want to say it's pretty decent. I did enjoy that the tea set was more on the savory side of things and less dessert-y. I was hungry so it was nice that it felt more like a meal. You get a heavy pot with tea bags after you choose your tea. The sets were heavy and of nice quality. I love that the scone is actually a scone. And it was awesome. The service was the barest of minimum though. He didn't say hi, didn't welcome us, didn't introduce himself. Just started placing things down and didn't explain anything. The questions were "green or black?" for the tea. If we could drink or not (for the champagne or apple cider). And then he continued to set more things down when he came back. When the tea set came, he just set it down and left. No explanation, no recommendations on how to eat things, what the type of butter things were, nada. It was just so strange. He wasn't super rude exactly, but wasn't friendly either. Very curt. He didn't explain anything about the "Drink Me" potion and it didn't have a cork so it was hard to shake it to make it shimmer. Maybe he was having a bad day but it felt like he didn't care to be there. The decor of the place is otherwise very nice with its whimsical manner. It's actually a bit dark inside though, but it somehow fits the mood. Other than the tea cup decor at the front, the "Drink Me" potion, and the black and white placemat, the rest of the decor didn't really scream Mad Hatter tea party. None of the food were themed, but at least it tasted fresh! Not sure I'd repeat this place often. Debating between 3-3.5 stars! read more

Story - New American Near Me - Anaheim, California

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HAVE: * 5/5 Steak & Eggs - 12 oz Angus Steak w/ country potatoes, bacon, over hard eggs, toast, and chimichurri sauce * 5/5 Classic Breakfast * 5/5 French Toast * Wine flight TAKE: We had a weekend brunch reservation and we were seated right away. The restaurant wasn't too packed, though it's clearly a favorite for celebration - there was a birthday party and a baby shower happening during our visit where both celebrants were wearing princess costumes - feels like fairytale. The place has a different feel- a mix of a library and a trendy lounge. I love the book-themed decor and the warm lighting - Ambiance is clearly a 5/5. The food was great! The steak was tender and delicious plus their homemade chimichurri sauce matched it perfectly. Their Classic Breakfast and French Toast were cooked the way it should be. My companies had wine flights. Since I don't drink, I had juice so I could still join the toast for the purpose of taking photos. 3/5 SERVICE: The service was okay, though I noticed a subtle change in the server's energy toward the end of our meal. Despite leaving a good tip, his attitude felt a bit less genuine as we were finishing up which was a slightly disappointing. PARKING: it is located in a huge complex - you will never ran out of parking. read more

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Story Anaheim was absolutely the most perfect experience for our office birthday celebration. Matched. We were looked after without any intrusion. All of our glasses were filled at exactly the right time. The food was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere is so musical and inviting. 10 out of hand recommend first date of business. The place is just fantastic ! read more

Went to Story with friends and was blown away by the effort put into the decor - a really beautiful restaurant with rich dark wood and big detailed chandeliers. The decor lends itself to a high class dining experience and it's a nice place with good food but much more of a casual feel with American bistro like food. Patrons range from dressy to super casual creating a mixed vibe where you can come as you are. Service was friendly and fun, maybe a bit slow but the place was packed. Every table was full with many parties waiting so it's understandable. Would recommend reservations if you're coming on the weekends. The food was above average - we got the ahi tuna taco appetizer, the miso noodles and short rib loaded fries and all were tasty. We also got the pickled pepper pizza and it was good but a bit heavy on the peppers and light on the hot honey. Lots of parking available and I would return with my friends as they live nearby and love the place. read more

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My friends had been wanting to check this place out, so the six of us finally went not too long ago. The concept is adorable -- clearly inspired by Alice in Wonderland -- and when you first walk in, it really feels like you've stepped into that whimsical world. The ambiance is warm, immersive, and perfect for photos. We were seated promptly, and ordering was simple since it's a set menu. The tea selection wasn't as extensive as we'd hoped, but there were enough options for us to enjoy the experience. The food, however, was a bit confusing. Two of us requested no goat cheese wrap, and the kitchen substituted it with grapes. Since it's $40 per person, swapping a wrap for grapes didn't feel equivalent, so we had to double-check with them. Also, with six people and four types of sandwiches per person, we should've received 24 sandwiches total, but only 16 were brought out. We ended up showing our server photos to explain that the count was short. They were likely very busy and possibly understaffed, so I'd recommend keeping an eye on what's brought to the table. The manager was kind and quickly brought out the missing sandwiches once we pointed it out. My favorite part was the "Drink Me" potion -- you pour it into your tea and it turns into a glittery, shimmery drink. So pretty and very on-theme. Overall, I'm glad we checked it out. Don't forget your fascinator -- this place is gorgeous and definitely made for photo ops. read more

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Awesome afternoon tea experience and a really fun way to spend an afternoon catching up with girlfriends. I have only done something like this in London before, so I was excited to try it here. The mini pastries and sandwiches were delicious, and the staff made sure we never ran out of hot water. Our experience included a glass of champagne, but it was initially forgotten. We reminded our waiter toward the end, but didn't get to fully enjoy it since we were rushing to leave. Parking was easy, although it was a bit busy on a Friday afternoon (Black Friday, Thanksgiving weekend) and I ended up parking farther out in the lot. Aside from the champagne mix up, the service was generally good. Overall, a great experience and one I would recommend. read more

Story - Tea Time - New American Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Service was slow but the manager made up for it! He paid for our drinks! Everything tasted good!

Do not sleep on this experience. Story in Anaheim is a hidden gem. We came here celebrating my birthday with high tea and it was just beautiful. Very savory with sandwiches, biscuits, pastries, egg bites, and one of my highlights the blueberry scone. Absolutely delicious. Everyone from the host, Waiter and manager was 1 polite and engaging( do not trust the negative reviews, these gentlemen were wonderful). The restaurant itself was something out of a sheik magazine and as someone who LOVES books I felt they did an amazing job. read more

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I don't want to tell people about this place because I want to save it for myself! A friend told me about it and it is so yummy! I loved the atmosphere, food and drinks! Especially their cucumber gin drink called Chapter 91. I would also recommend the miso noodles that was bomb! I will certainly be back! If you're in the area you have to try this place! Love how everyone gets into the magical spirit and gets dressed up in their Alice in Wonderland, Madhatter theme! read more

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A group of 12 dined in the Story room for a holiday get together. Restaurant was clean inside and out. I can't recall the waiters name but he did an excellent job with our group. There were many options to choose from. Loved the mimosa flight. Ube Waffle with bacon was yummy. Also the Short Rib Loaded Fries were worth ordering again. The only underwhelming dish was the Ceasar Salad. Would definitely like to return. read more

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Came to Story for the first time today with some girlfriends for their Friendsgiving tea. I was a bit confused at first because we had 6 people and only 1 pot of tea...and only 2 pastry displays. For some reason I thought we'd each get our own. The tea itself was a little disappointing as it was just Mighty Leaf bagged tea. They also didn't have any plain black tea or green tea, all of them were flavored - vanilla, mint, orange, etc. What I did really enjoy is that everything was cute. From the minute we walked in, the restaurant was decked out for the holidays. The restaurant has a very cool theme, think story time, meets elevated gothic vibes. Our server was sadly not the best. We felt that he was condescending at times when we'd ask him questions. We tried to be understanding, but were surprised that no one explained what types of sandwiches we had (or asked about allergies). Our server also never asked if we wanted to order food outside of the tea (which we did), but it was terribly hard to track him down, so we got over it eventually. I hope to come here again soon and try the food outside of the tea. It was cutesy and fun, but I'd rate it 6/10 compared to other tea services I've had - however, the decor elevated things a bit. It's great for photos! read more

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12 月有一種接近幸福的感覺，它在告訴我們，一切將會過去，一切也將重新開始，在秋天美景中，我們學會了告別，在冬天的期待中，又看到了新的希望～ 朋友說要帶我來一家他確定我我沒去過，但是一定會喜歡的地方，以我還有一點小距離呢在Anaheim, 結果一到那個門口，我就說來過這個地方, 不過是之前的連鎖早餐店， 叫做Momosa 什麼之類的，現在新開的這家，叫做story，我倒是沒進來過，進門裝潢非常的漂亮，難怪朋友說我會喜歡，看起來是墨西哥/美式的餐廳，但是又帶有一點點東方的Fusion， 所以我點了個刈包， 很好吃呢， 還點了個 Taco, 更喜歡，反正就是喜歡餐廳漂漂亮亮，東西有一點變化，朋友點的牛排早餐，我也吃了幾塊牛肉，還不錯，我好像是週末去的，人還蠻多的，生意超讚， 這家美美的餐廳推薦給喜歡去探店的美女們，別忘了，他們也有cocktail歐！ read more

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The place has a dark and trendy décor that almost make it feel like a night club rather than a restaurant. The place is totally cool for happy hours as well as dinner in a stylish and fashionable atmosphere. So, the first time I went there for lunch I was sort of skeptical whether the food would be any good. To my surprise everything was perfectly cooked and delicious. Those who know me know that I am both passionate and picky about my burgers. But the classic smash here was so good! The double patties were smashed not too thin, so when chargrilled the outside became slightly crusted while the meat still retained it juiciness and flavor. The ahi tuna taco is another one of my favorites. On taco Tuesdays, you get to try all three different versions - ahi tuna, beef short rib, and mushroom - on the same plate. It is not advertised though, so you need to ask for taco Tuesday. We went back for dinner next time and I absolutely enjoyed my lobster pasta with yuzu infused sauce, cherry tomatoes, and jalapenos. There were plenty of poached lobster meat, so the value was good. The taste was delicious and carried a strong yuzu flavor with hints of white wine and spices. It was delicately made, and the plate exuded a sense of sophistication. Braised beef short rib is the house specialty and rightfully so. The meat was so flavorful and tender that I would rank it as among the best that I've had. As you can tell from the picture, the portion is large and again, good value here. The sauce was a demi-glace with a strong hint of red wine. Accompaniments include vegetables and buttery potato purée. read more

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My girlfriends and I went to the Mad Hatter's Tea at Story in Anaheim Hills. Story is owned by the folks who opened Benny & Mary's in Irvine and the decor is similar too. There is another Story in Whittier as well. Story just started this tea with limited dates but due to popularity, started offering it daily. We made a reservation through their website via OpenTable for a Sunday afternoon. We should have tried for a later time since we arrived during a busy brunch time for them at our reservation time and had to wait an additional 20 minutes to be seated. What is the point of reservations, if they cannot accommodate? Once seated, we were handed the menus without much explanation. Our server double-checked that we were there for the tea and also gave us the regular menu in case we wanted to add to our order. The tea menu is a prix fixe that included: mozzarella and melon skewers, feta & goat cheese pinwheels, blueberry scones, biscuits, grapes, bacon & egg bites, chicken salad sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, ham & Dijon sandwiches, and cucumber sandwiches. The teas were from Tea Forte and we only received one teabag of each along with a teapot of hot water. It would have been better had they given each person a pot of water but I understand for use of space or whatever, it was done this way. We were never given teaspoons despite the server coming to check in on us occasionally. We were never rushed to finish our tea so we spent almost 3 hours eating and gabbing. We ended up reusing our tea bags but it would have been nice to have a big pot of water to put the tea in to share. For $40, it was a fun way to get together with my girlfriends. They could improve it but it was a little lackluster in terms of afternoon tea service. read more

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Story Anaheim is located in a plaza with plenty of parking, which is convenient, though it's a bit of a drive to get to. The decor and colors are nice, but lean a little on the seductive side. I had a hard time deciding what to order and changed my mind several times before settling on the petite salad and the goat cheese and mushroom pizza. Unfortunately, both were overloaded with arugula. That one's on me for not paying closer attention to the menu, but it did overpower the other flavors. The price point was reasonable, and our server was kind enough to split our bill into eight separate checks, which we really appreciated. By the way, they do take Apple Pay as payment. read more

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Reserved on Opentable for OC Restaurant Week. Prix fixe $45 for a 3 course meal. I picked Goat Cheese with crostini, short rib pasta and cherry ricotta cheesecake (it's the only choice for dessert on Resto Wk). Love the goat cheese crostini the most! My husband picked tomato bisque, chicken piccata and same cheesecake. We enjoyed our dinner experience, serving is generous, ambience/vibe lovely, Brent our server was friendly. We want to return for their afternoon tea service and maybe the smash burgers! read more

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Really nice fix for an afternoon tea!!! Service was incredible. We never ran out of hot water. Atmosphere was very nice too. Many large parties with fancy hats. So fun to watch them walk by. The food was really good. Assorted sandwiches..egg, chicken salad, and cucumber. The pastries were warm and crispy and not overly sweet. Best part was drinking out of a proper tea cup. I will definitely go back for tea again. read more

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This is a cute place and we did the Friendsgiving Tea. We didn't expect much as it was $35 per person. We were seated on time for our reservation and service was good. The cons were the tea, was tea bags and there weren't many options for decaf. Well, there weren't many options overall. We were 5, and we got one tiered tray for 2 and one for 3. The one for three were missing items. The egg bite and quiche only had one and we asked for two more and only got the egg bite not the quiche. Also there were a lot of desserts. Two tiers. The desserts were not matching either and there were 4 on ours and 5 on the tray for three. There was one teapot on the table with hot water that didn't stay hot too long. Overall, I think it was decent for the price. With tip and tax we paid $45 each. It was crowded when we arrived and parking was a bit difficult but when we left an hour later at 2:30 the parking lot was wide open. The sandwiches (3) were good but small and the desserts were too much for me - as they were the majority of the tea meal. Was a neat experience to check off the list. read more

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This is a good size restaurant with lots of seating, we made a reservation for OC restaurant week for $45 per person with one appetizer one main and a dessert. Upon entering the restaurant this is a cute and nicely decorated space, pretty spacious with lots of seating. Looking at the menu I gotta say the restaurant week is quite a good deal, we got the Cesar salad for starters and short rib pasta plus salmon for entree, both are quite tasty with generous amount of sauce. For dessert it was only one choice with was a blueberry cheesecake, I feel like it was a frozen cheesecake and didn't taste very fresh. Service was ok, our waitress kept forgetting our questions or getting the coffee and the box at the end, we had to ask a few times. So service needs abit of work plus maybe a better dessert :) read more

Story - Short rib pasta - New American Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Met up with some friends here. I was told it was a great place with amazing cocktails. The esthetics are beautiful. So rich and luxurious with beautiful velvet colors and art. I did not have a cocktail but saw several around be and they were so pretty and looked amazing. Service was great, our server Adrian was awesome. All our entrees were delicious. Sooo good!!! We were celebrating my birthday and they brought me a big yummy chocolate ice cream sundae. I will definitely be back to try some of those attractive cocktails. read more

Story - New American Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Cute afternoon tea location. Looks like a restaurant/bar at night that they themed to make it afternoon tea-friendly. They did a good job with the Mad Hatter theme. Our server told us the theme changes every few months and that they're planning a new theme for March. I'll probably go back. The sandwiches, pastries were really good and fresh. Not the most beautiful presentation I've seen, but for the price ($40) I'd say it was well worth it. I've had tea at fancy hotels for more than double that price where the food wasn't as good. I like that they include champagne. Downside is for a party of 4 they only gave us one teapot. Usually afternoon tea places will give each person their own teapot which makes it easier for groups to share diff teas. Here they only gave us each a tea bag. Overall, not an upscale tea place but fun nonetheless. read more

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We had such a great lunch experience at Story in Anaheim Hills, and a big part of that was thanks to our server, Bryan M. From the moment we sat down, he was warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive without ever feeling overbearing. He checked in at just the right times, made thoughtful recommendations, and made sure everything came out exactly as we wanted. What really stood out was how kind and patient Bryan was--he made us feel comfortable and taken care of throughout the entire meal. It's clear he takes pride in his work and truly cares about the guests' experience. The food itself was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented--but the service truly elevated our lunch. It's rare to find someone who balances professionalism with such a personable touch. We'll definitely be back, and we hope to be seated in his section again. read more

Story - Short Rib Tacos and glass of Rose - New American Near Me - Anaheim, California

I went to celebrate a friend's engagement, and this tea experience was simple, yet cute. It was perfect for 3 people doing a small celebration, and It was unique. The sandwiches were delicious, and the tea was good as well. read more

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Great place to have Sunday Tea and nice restaurant inside. I went with a girlfriend and made reservations for their Mad Hatter Tea priced at $40 per person. Enjoyed sandwiches, scones, dessert, tea, and complimentary champagne with a potion. Enjoyable afternoon and our server was courteous. Would definitely be back and sit at the bar area next time. read more

Story - Mad Hatter tea special with sandwiches, fruit, scones, dessert, tea, and champagne - New American Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Story Restaurant in Laguna Hills feels like stepping straight into a fairytale. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere gives major Beauty and the Beast vibes, romantic, enchanting, and full of charm in every detail. The food matches the experience. It's definitely on the higher-end and comes with a price, but every dish is beautifully presented and absolutely delicious, making it feel worth it for a special night out. If you're looking for a place that's both magical and memorable, this spot truly lives up to its name. read more

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Delicious food experience and beautiful decor. My bestie made reservations after seeing this restaurant on TikTok. The Tea event was already booked, so we opted for brunch. Decor is similar to a gothic boudoir and I loved all of it! Velvet textures, dark color scheme, chandeliers and large portraits of birds and animals. We ordered Mimosas and various cocktails throughout our meal. Selected a variety of delicious appetizers (Goat Cheese with Toasted Bread, Short Rib Tacos, Chicken and Pistachio Pesto Flatbread/Pizza, and the Fried Pancakes). Everything was delicious. Those Fried Pancakes with the espresso whipped cream.... Oh my god. So yes, highly recommend. Service was wonderful - the ladies that work here need raises!! read more

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Hi, I recently celebrated my birthday at your restaurant on April 23, 2026, and unfortunately my experience was very disappointing. As someone who was dining alone for my birthday after plans fell through, I was really hoping for a positive and memorable evening. While the ambiance was nice, the service did not match that expectation. When I arrived, I was told the bar was self-seating. I sat at the bar and waited about 10 minutes before being acknowledged or given a menu, despite there being multiple bartenders and only a few other guests. When my charcuterie board arrived, I had to ask for utensils, which should have been provided automatically. My entrée--the seabass--was also served cold in the middle. Overall, the lack of attentiveness and food quality really took away from what was supposed to be a special night for me. I wanted to bring this to your attention and would appreciate a follow-up regarding this experience. Thank you. read more

This rating is for the management/staffing because the team was working really hard but there just wasn't enough bartenders and waiters for a Saturday during brunch. Again, the employees were nice and trying to service everyone but there was just too much to do for how busy the restaurant was. Every table was full, the bar was full and there was a wait out the door. The decor is cute, very Instagramable... My husband and I arrived at 11:50am and at the time we sat at the bar it wasn't busy at all but still took 15 minutes to get a drink. Then it took at least another 15 minutes for us to place our order. We had a simple order and the food came out hot with not too long of a wait. But because of how busy the bartender was, we weren't offered another drink and took at least 30 minutes after we were done eating to get the bill. Not sure that we would come back for a weekend brunch nor busy dinner hours. Hopefully the owners/managers can invest in hiring/scheduling properly for a best guest experience. read more

WOW! This placed lives upto the hype, first of all, its magical looking and sets a very cool dim lit vibe. Came here on a Sunday at HH time, we had reservations, we waited about 15mins and we walked to the bar, we checked out the menu (the bar was pretty empty) we decided to have a drink. After noticing the private comfortable booths we decided to dine there anyway. And with HH prices it allowed us to try several foods, which worked out purrfect. My husband and I had 2 drinks, margaritas and old fashioned, nice n strong. The Harloc shrimp was fire OMG just thinking of that makes my mouth water. Next we had garlic parm fries, YUMMY, the perfect amount of crisp! I had to try the pizza, im a pizza lover, it didnt disappoint, its not spicy, at least not to my taste buds. The pepperoni were nicely cooked, great cheese ratio too. My husband had the roast beef grilled cheese, tasty. If we had more room we'd eat more lol. Anyway Cody, awesome bartender, very attentive, good drinks, siper friendly, quick and excellent service. We WILL DEFINITELY COME BACK read more

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Bottom Line Up Front: Story Bar & Kitchen serves up delicious food in a place in a fun, fantasy-like setting -- just be prepared to pay premium prices. The Setting: As the name implies, this establishment aims to give you a dining experience that whisks you to another land, someplace you might find in a fable or Disney movie. Think "Alice in Wonderland" meets "Beauty and the Beast." The booths are large, comfy, and decorated with a book motif. There's unique artwork and dim lighting. Heck, even the bathroom has faux alligator skin wallpaper. The cool aesthetics make for a fun outing. The Food: I've only been here once, so I can't speak for the entire menu, but what I did have was delicious. We went during Happy Hour (more on this later) and ordered miso butter noodles, braised short rib tacos, and parmesan garlic fries. The miso butter noodles were actually more spicy than expected (normally red pepper flakes are pretty mild) but the texture, flavors, and smells were spot on. The tacos were excellent -- picture an authentic Mexican street taco, but elevated on every level. The fries were solid, but not the best I've ever had. The garlic and seasoning were plentiful and tasty, but the texture of the fries themselves were just average. The Service: Everyone there was super friendly, polite, accommodating, and knowledgeable. Can't say enough good things about the staff. The Pricing: Here lies the rub -- if you want delicious food, service, and atmosphere, you're gonnna have to pay for it. And at Story you'll pay a pretty penny. I would consider this a premium sitdown restaurant and would go here on special occasions or, as I did recently, during Happy Hour when a shortened menu provides good discounts. The Conclusion: My true rating for Story is 4.5 out of 5 -- I subtracted a half-point for the steep prices and the fries, which were satisfactory but not the perfect. However, since I can't give a half-star rating here, I'll round up to 5 out of 5 because I like Story so much I'm willing to overlook the minor flaws. read more

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