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Anaheim White House

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Local(714) 772-1381
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887 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805

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Anaheim White House
Local(714) 772-1381
Fax(714) 772-7062

887 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805

http://www.anaheimwhitehouse.com

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The Open View

Anaheim White House in Anaheim is a three star Italian restaurant. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. Know before you go: this place features live music. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find an elegant atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features private rooms, a full bar, and fine wines. People who have eaten here found the food just so-so (3. The service is great.

Message From Anaheim White House

Don't Miss Orange County's Hidden Treasure

  • 100 Best Restaurants in So. Ca
  • Notable Wine List
  • Northern Italian Fare

The Anaheim White House occupies a lovely 1909 home with eight different dining areas. The menu features fresh seafood and specialties influenced by proprietor Bruno Serato's frequent trips to his hometown of Verona, Italy. The restaurant is included in Epicurean Rendezvous' "100 Best Restaurants in Southern California" and received three stars from the Mobil Guide. The wine list features over 200 Californian and European wines.

Expert Reviews of Anaheim White House

Citysearch | This converted historic home in the 'burbs of Anaheim is just minutes from Disneyland, but feels worlds away.

The rich wallpaper, gold bunting, fireplace, impeccably set tables with gold chargers, glowing candles and chairs draped with silk evoke the feeling one has wandered into an A-list wedding reception. Built in...
citysearch.com - expert review - 05/20/2005
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User Reviews of Anaheim White House

Yelp.com Review - by Priscilla I.

2.0 of 5 stars. We went on our anniversary. We spent a lot of money on some fancy specials of the day. The presentation was beautiful but the taste wasn't up to par. I give this restaurant 2 stars for great…
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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Good food, a little kitschy, service could be improved

We made a reservation months in advance for ten at the White House for our...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Good food, a little kitschy, service could be improved

We made a reservation months in advance for ten at the White House for our annual convention in Anaheim. Granted, we were a large group but honestly, I did not leave with a great impression overall. We entered...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by TheTripChick ..

3.0 of 5 stars. We made a reservation months in advance for ten at the White House for our annual convention in Anaheim. Granted, we were a large group but honestly, I did not leave with a great impression overall.…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenn N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went here for my friends banquet thing. The place itself is quite nice and cozy or small depending on how you want to look at it. The bathrooms only have 1 stall, though they have one downstairs and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Anniversary surprise!

My husband surprised me on our anniversary by taking me to the Anaheim White House. The building was very quaint and felt very warm and inviting. I had the Caprese salad to start and it was amazing. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Restaurant.com | Anaheim White House

Anaheim White House is a stunning 19 th-century home offering diners the crme de la crme in food and service. While it isn't located anywhere near Capitol Hill, Anaheim White House offers a dining experience...
restaurant.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Thomas C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went there for Mothers Day this past weekend, the restaurant itself was quite compacted and walkways were narrow, no surprise i guess considering it was basically a home before it turned into an…
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Collin D.

3.0 of 5 stars. First, I am stingy with stars. Second, I went here about three months ago for Valentines Day. It is hard finding a decent restaurant in the IE for special occasions, but this was close enough. When I…
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rhett S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I rarely ever give 5 stars because you really need to be that much better to deserve it (Michellin catagory). But the white is atleast deserving of 4.5 I find it sad to see such low reviews of this…
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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Perfect to impress a date, seal the business deal, or take mom to make her feel special.

Last night, we drove up to the valet, and were overwhelmed with the impressive, glowing two-story mansion with the contemporary canopy. Romantic lanterns lead the way from the valet to the entrance of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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Devine

Never in my life have I been treated as such royalty. The white historical manor, sparkling with white lights against the evening sky posed as a stunning backdrop as we sipped champagne in the garden and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by yon t.

2.0 of 5 stars. Food is not all that great. I had the gwen stefani ravioli for $13 i got 2 raviolis. It was ok
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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"Best of best" Worth trying if enjoys good food & service!

I must take time to write this review which is the least i can do as a thank you for the wonderful service & great food, yuo know ? there are restaurants where you go and think it was a good experience but the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mickey A.

3.0 of 5 stars. I felt like I was going to a friend's house but with tables, chairs, and a staff running around instead of a sofa, tv, and snacks. This how I felt looking at the restaurant. My friend's rehearsal…
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Miki W.

2.0 of 5 stars. We had our team Christmas dinner here 2 years ago. Weird location but the restaurant was nicely made up for Christmas. The food was okay but for a restaurant called "The White House" what could of you…
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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Caution!

Imperative note! This restaurant does not practice professional courtesy to their clients best interest. From my personal experience as a first timer. I booked reservations one month in advance hoping to...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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I really liked this place

The food was great and it was decorated very nicly.. i like to eat something that looks good too the service was good...the food portions are very small but it was OK...the price was expensive but I like to...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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Worst Dining Experience EVER

PLEASE read this, if you are considering dining at this restaurant! Decor - Awful. Besides being over the top gaudy, it's old, tired, and dirty. The seating is extremely cramped. You will be dining with...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jenny s.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food: Good presentation of the food but food itself isn't so great. Menu is creative Ambiance: Classy, quiet, and elegant
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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Mc Donalds' better

I ate here 5 hours ago and I mst say...Yuck..The food I ordered didn't even taste like how it cost. Damn too expensive for nothing. I ordered an appetizer they call "Fifi..." and i gotta tell you I waited 45...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J D.

1.0 of 5 stars. I wish you could give no stars in a review. This place is downright awful. Its the kind of place that thinks its fine dining and is so wrapped up in being "upscale" but it doesn't deliver in taste or…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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Don't bother...

We went to the Anaheim White House about 2 years ago on Valentines Day and we really enjoyed our experience. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to go there this year but boy, what a mistake that was When we...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Worst place to spend $100 for 2 people.

One month prior to Valentines day, I made a reservation for two at 7:30 with specific instruction to reserve seat next to window. They wanted $25 deposit to reserve a seat, so I let them charge my credit card....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah B.

1.0 of 5 stars. Well to answer everyone's questions on how it is such a highly rated restaurant is because the owner Bruno Serato, has invested a good bit of money in developing a "close" relationship with those who…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Angela K.

3.0 of 5 stars. i had only appetizer and dessert here. the appetizer was very small for the price. i guess it would've been more worth it if it was excellent! but to me i didn't really like the calamari in what i…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jessica b.

3.0 of 5 stars. I took my boss here for his birthday. I was researching the Internet to find a good restaurant - something gourmet style, where the food presentation is exquisite. I came across the Anaheim White…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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Amazing dining experience, great service

My boyfriend took me here for my birthday and I had such a great time. The restaurant was beautifully decorated and definitely made me feel like it was a special occasion. The staff was very attentive and our...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jasmine A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Delicious, if and when I'm in the area its here for lunch Must get appetizer Lobster Ravioli-Salad is the Rasbery basket -Dinner Rack of Lamb Ohh thats for 2. And the presentation is just an aww for…
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christy L.

1.0 of 5 stars. Can't say much about this restaurant other than nice atmosphere and great service. I went here with my family couple years ago for Valentine's dinner and their special dinner menu was quite awful.…
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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Horrid service and overpriced! Avoid at all COST!

I can't believe this place has a 5-star rating! I went here with a group of 5 people. We sat in a small room with other groups of people. The place had nice crown molding but was a bit to crowded. You have to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hiroko T.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place was so awful that I don't even want to use one star...it deserves a negative star. Everything about this place is way overrated and over priced. It's not even in the nice area of Anaheim!…
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rocco I.

5.0 of 5 stars. I don't know what many of you have experienced but this place is a home run! I've seen reviews on places like the Olive Garden that have been better.. You've got to be kidding! This place was first…
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by James K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Came here Prom Night back in my old High School days. The inside is really small and cramped. The presentation of the food was great, but the taste was not even worth commenting.
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chiyo W.

2.0 of 5 stars. Bottom line - at the price paid..there are so many other places I can recommend...In the WH defense, I will say that...this is an "experience" (especially w/ the gold painted bathroom and toilet) I…
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dago E.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place is bad. The food is overpriced, the quality is mediocre and the atmosphere reeks of trying really hard.
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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Very nice restaurant

This restaurant is beautifully decorated, the waiters are knowledgeable and friendly, food is great. Our party was accomodated even though we arrived an hr before our reservation and it was a busy night. Only...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Worst Restaurant Experience!

I can't believe this place has a 5-star rating! I went here with a group of 8 people, with reservations, and we had to sit outside on a cold night. The outside is perfect for pictures, but that's all this...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Yeah... no

As I walked into the restaurant, at first I was taken aback by the light, beautiful decor until I got a distinct feeling that I was in a house of ill repute. Some people were in jeans, a fake piano was in site...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marissa L.

1.0 of 5 stars. I heard so much about this restaurant from a co-worker, and I must say I was very let down by both the food and the service; both were mediocre at best. Also, I think the interior decor is hideous!…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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A 5 star experience

The White House was a great experience - Everything we had was delicious - The ravioli was very tasty and the service was great ....go check it out....it's very cool...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Elesa L.

1.0 of 5 stars. Stay away from this place! SOOO overpriced, and the food is mediocre at best. The few pros: the atmosphere is pretty, and the presentation is kind of fun, but I was so unimpressed with the food…
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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Great food and service

My boyfriend took me to the Anaheim White House for my birthday... I hadn't heard of the restaurant before, but loved the food. We had the calamari steak as an appetizer, I had the special entree for the night...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa A.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is strange. It's like if you look at one of those paintings were from a distance it's pretty and then when you get up close, you see all of the flaws. We went for brunch, it's a fixed 3…
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by june l.

5.0 of 5 stars. delicious. in my opinion the most important aspect of italian cuisine is the olive oil. bad oil can ruin the best dish. the oil here is pretty good, i'd give it a 7 out of 10 (with most restaurants…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott P.

1.0 of 5 stars. The decor is very nice... and that's all I'm gonna give it. When we arrived, the couple we were dining with were already seated. They told us we could move to a different table if we wanted to... Why,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by P h i L h.

5.0 of 5 stars. My visit to the White House was one of my finest dining experiences ever. I arrived early and the hosts were very accommodating, making me feel comfortably at home while anticipating and attending to…
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tim H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Came here for the first time for Senior Prom. I heard great things about this place from friends and family and was pretty excited to be coming here. The location is pretty ghetto but this place is in…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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Best place to go before catching a show!

Within a short distance to Honda Center and The Grove, this place has a head start in being the establishment of choice for a meal before the show. You can also specify what time you need to be out by and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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Haute Cuisine

Italian haute cuisine is handsomely presented and deftly prepared. Velvety smooth lobster !!!!!!!!!!!!! The Anaheim White House Restaurant did not disappointed !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Food is delicious and the service...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Second to None

Went in for dinner last night and had an absolutely amazing time! This is truly the best restaurant that my husband or I have ever dined in. We have been to many of the best restaurants in the world and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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Undeserved reputation; Pretensious Restaurant

Worst service I've ever experienced. We had a party of 18 people celebrating a "50th" Birthday. Reservations were made in advance for 7:00 PM. After being seated for 30 minutes, a party of 15 came and sat...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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Perfect Banquet !

Our event was held at Anaheim White House Restaurant, and I am very pleased with the outcome and received many positive comments from the meeting attendees, all of whom are senior vice presidents or higher in...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Katherine P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Came here for a wedding rehearsal dinner. Sadly, can't remember his name, but our head waiter (we had a private room) was amazing. He was knowledgeable, funny, quick and super-attentive. The menu…
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lauren G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Anaheim White House has been on my radar for the past three years and this place really is Orange County's hidden treasure! The restaurant itself is unassuming from Anaheim Blvd, but once you get…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Aiko L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I can't say that this is my kind of place, but whenever I visit bf in anaheim, and it's a special occasion, they come here. I love how they decorate this place. It's beautiful. But when it comes down…
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2006
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Great Example !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Had not been back for a few years, even better than I remembered. Our waiter was incredible. Asked for recommendations and he gave us descriptions that sounded like a recipe they were so detailed. In other...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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Outstanding !

From the front door to the fireplace, White House has all the style and warmth for an elegant evening for two or a casual lunch gathering with good friends, my wife and I had a really great night. This...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2006
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Best in the State !

I had a business diner meeting last Wednesday! My clients thoroughly enjoyed themselves! They have a splendidly diverse menu, wine selection, Christmas caroling, and one excellent service staff made for a...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Wine F.

1.0 of 5 stars. This establishment is simply a grotesque embarrassment of fine dining and reflects poorly on those who wish to consider this a "Fine Dining" experience. It is a train wreck of poorly inspired…
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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Perfect Restaurant !

Last week I went to Anaheim White House Restaurant with some friends, we were celebrating a birthday party of my girlfriend. The place is incredible, and they are already decorated for Christmas so beautiful!...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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Best Lobster !!!!!!!!!!

We had a party of 25 people there it was fantastic! Only writing because I really loved that restaurant. The presentation is amazing, and the taste much better. I had one Lobster Ravioli, and my boyfriend one...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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Best Italian Restaurant in Orange County

Last Friday I went to Anaheim White House with some friends, it was a birthday party. I'm writing this review because I'm amazed with the restaurant. The food was delicious and very traditional from Italy. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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Great place for a date, super service and can't beat the ambiance.

The food was great but the ambiance goes way above and beyond. Felt like we were eating in someone's mansion. Service was impeccable. Highly recommend for a romantic evening.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2006
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Good for business meeting !!!!!!!!!

I live in New York, and I was working in CA, Anaheim ( For a Convention). My boss and I have chosen to do our directors meeting in a restaurant, because the time was very tight. I made a reservation in Anaheim...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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Very good food, creative, and the presentation is awsome !

Last friday I went to Anaheim White House Restaurant with my boyfriend, cause we were celebrating his birthday. Everything was just perfect, therefore, I'm writing to let everybody know about this place. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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Undeserved reputation; Pretensious Restaurant, Soul of a Greasy Spoon

Food was prettily decorated, but insipid and exorbitantly priced. Service was bumbling, unapologetically slow, and inept. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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on ktla today

my favor restaurant was on ktla today..great job guys...you deserved it.the private chef of princess diana was talking great about the dinner you will served saturday.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2006
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Great Place

Wonderful experience. Food was terrific, the salmon over white chocolate mashed potatoes was delicious, so was the lobster ravioli and of course the grand marnier souffle, the best. Will definetly recommend...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Noah C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been coming to the Anaheim White House since it opened way back when Billy Idol was still a pop star. My family is familiar with the management here, so my review may be a bit biased, but there…
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2006
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Cant go wrong here

This is my 4th time back to this restaurant. I came for a romantic dinner with the lady and they don't seem to skip a beat. We were promptly seated and offered cocktails. I chose the presidential martini from...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2006
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The Restaurant That Has it All

The Anaheim White House was recommended to me by fellow gastronomes and friends alike, so I can say that I entered the restaurant with high expectations and preconceived notions. Let me be the first to tell...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2006
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May be the best

Just had a business dinner in a private room nad it was terrific from service to food. Nice ambience at the gazebo bar.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/05/2006
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White House in a so-so neighborhood...

the whole interior design & ambience was amazing. besides that, everything was just okay. the food was good, but it wasn't great to justify the extremely high price. watch out for their appertizer and dessert...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Claudine C.

2.0 of 5 stars. Do not come here on a major holiday. Food delays are bound to ensue. I had high expectations for this place, and was disappointed. (I have yet to find really good dining in Orange County, apart from…
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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Romantic restaurant... foods?? Read on...

This is a very romantic restaurant. It feel very homey and relax. Outdoor patio with wine served(Got to paid), nicely and cozy and tight enough for that dining and flirting. Food is not big deal. Why? Becasue...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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3 1/2 hours???

From the time we sat (and they messed up our reservation, btw) until the time we finally got our souffle, which took almost an hour to produce after we ordered it, it was 3 1/2 hours! We were only a party of...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/19/2005
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Formal Best

This is the perfect place to hold a wedding reception. The atmosphere is sophisticated, and the food...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/25/2005
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Magical Evening

The Anaheim White House was incredible! I took a few close friends of mine out to dinner, and we were all very impressed. We were greeted by waiters dressed in tuxedos in an elegant candelight dining room...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2005
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What a nightmare!

Unfortunately, we chose to eat here for Mother's Day dinner, mainly due to the other diners's recommendations on citysearch. We were there for THREE HOURS! We were a party of 6 and we had my five-year-old...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2005
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something old and different

if you enjoy hip modern trendy venues, this is not the restaurant for you. if you want to enjoy a vibe that is both antique and elegant, drive on over. the service is worth the money. the food was good. i...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/08/2005
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impressive

I was told by some friends so I entertained bussiness clients and wow was I impressed. The restaurant was beautiful, nicely decorated for the holidays. The service was exceptional. Did not have to ask for a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/23/2004
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A True Gem

Don't let the location fool you. This restaurant is one of the best in Southern California. The specialty cuisine is Northern Italian. From the moment you enter, till the time you leave, you are treated like...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/20/2004
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Stunning display

Everything from the ambiance & setting, to the food, & service was great! This is a beautiful restaurant set inside a charming historical mansion that just sparkles with brilliance. The food is a of northen...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2004
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Great food, Great times

I had a great lunch here. The meal was prepared fresh, & was the best presentation ever! I have had many meals since, but not one that I tal