SMALL WORLD

As one of the most diverse cities in the country, Anaheim’s local population o ers visitors an abundance of authentic global cuisines, serving dishes that are delicious, reasonably priced, and with generous portions.

Asian

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Established in 1995 and founded in Seoul, South Korea, bb.q stands for “best of the best quality” and has made it a mission to always provide the most delicious premium chicken in the world. Every dish is the result of longstanding Korean tradition. 681 N. Euclid St., Anaheim; 714-400-2900; bbqchicken.com

Hanagi Japanese Restaurant

Helmed by Tokyo transplant Chef Hiro and located on the first floor of the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel, Hanagi specializes in fresh and creative takes on authentic Japanese cuisine, including a sushi bar, hot pot, and shabu-shabu. 900 S. Disneyland Dr., Anaheim; 844-442-6244; hanagidining.com

Pho Ha Plus

Pho Ha serves authentic, made-to-order, fresh Vietnamese cuisine along with a full bar. The menu features eclectic selections of family traditional recipes with only the highest-quality ingredients. 2191 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim; 714-750-7500; phohaplus.com

Thuyen Vien

Discover delicious vegan Vietnamese fare at Thuyen Vien, where soy “meats” and an abundance of vegetables star in traditional soup, salad, and curry recipes. Top o your meal with a fresh coconut or iced co ee sweetened with condensed soy milk. 1740 S. Euclid St., Anaheim; 714-490-0242; thuyenvien.weebly.com +

Roy’s Anaheim (321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim; 714-776-7697; roysrestaurant.com)

Royal Khyber (1621 W. Sunflower Ave., Santa Ana; 714-436-1010; royalkhyber.com)

Italian & Mediterranean

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Cortina’s Italian Market and Pizzeria

Take the opportunity to satisfy a comfortfood craving, like spaghetti and meatballs or a sandwich on pillowy bread at Cortina’s, which also includes a full bakery and attached specialty market. 2175 W. Orange Ave., Anaheim; 714-535-1948; cortinasitalianfood.com

Mama Cozza’s

It’s hard not to love a good bowl of pasta or slice of pizza, and this Italian diner serves up delicious versions of both. Local celebrities like restaurateur Guy Fieri and rocker Gwen Stefani have been seen frequenting this beloved OC institution. 2170 W. Ball Rd., Anaheim; 714-635-0063; mamacozzas.com

Catal Restaurant | Uva Bar & Cafe (1580 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim; 714-774-4442; patinagroup.com)

Naples Ristorante e Bar (1550 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim; 714-776-6200; patinagroup.com)

Mexican ———————

Calaca Mamas Cantina

Founded by two sisters who not only want their food to be delicious, but for their customers to feel good eating it too, Calaca Mamas takes pride in supporting local growers and farmers with sustainable seafood and grass-fed meats. 1550 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim; 714-215-4226; calacamamas.com

Las Brisas

Open since 1938 and located in a landmark building in Laguna Beach, the acclaimed oceanfront restaurant serves fresh seafood and authentic Mexican dishes inspired by the sun-drenched resorts of the Mexican Riviera. 361 Cli Dr., Laguna Beach; 949-497-5434; lasbrisaslagunabeach.com

Tacos Los Cholos

A ordable, fresh, and flat-out delicious, this taqueria has some of the best tacos in town according to OC locals. Don’t let the occasional lines put you o ; the madeto-order meals are worth the wait. 821 S. State College, Anaheim; 657-201-3043; tacosloscholos.com +

La Casa Garcia (531 W. Chapman Ave., Anaheim; 714-740-1108; lacasagarcia.com)

Tortilla Jo’s | Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s (1510 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim; 714-535-5000; patinagroup.com)