Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Santa Ana

We got there 10 minutes before our reservation. Got seated right away. We were able to get the kitchen table which is a lot of fun to see all the dishes being prepared. Service was average, I think it was because of our waiter because everyone else seemed more on top of it. The food was good, and tasty. The kids enjoyed a kids size pizza which was made fresh to order. The adults shared a salad, spicy chicken carb and it was delicious. We ended it with a colossal dessert which all 5 shared.

The $13 lunch items are quite the hit. The delicious salads, mini pizzas and dessert filled us up. It did take awhile to get our food during lunch time, so plan accordingly.

My family had a great time. We loved the axe throwing :) definitely made the night much more enjoyable. We will definitely come back! Plus is that we love football, so we loved being able to watch the game as well while having fun throwing axes and celebrating our veteran ! Thank you :) Oh PS, the service was great and attentive! Also they were fun and joked around with us :)

Service was excellent!!! Food wasn’t great, but the ambience was nice.

During our recent 3-day weekend getaway, we stumbled upon Citra Bar & Kitchen at the newly renovated Hotel Zessa, and it quickly became our go-to spot for nearly all our meals. This place is truly a hidden gem! From the moment we walked in, we were captivated by the modern yet cozy ambiance. The highlight of our experience was undoubtedly the drinks. The Citra Margarita was refreshingly perfect, and my wife couldn't get enough of the Hibiscus Cooler. We also indulged in the Casamigos Flight, which was a delightful treat. Following our server’s recommendations turned out to be the best decision. We tried nearly everything on the lunch and dinner menus, but the Chicken Taquitos stood out as our favorite appetizer—we ordered them multiple times! As for the entrees, you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but our top picks were the Chicken A La Brasa, Blackened Mahi Mahi, and Salmon Salad. Each dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. Being gluten-free, I was thrilled to find that Citra Bar & Kitchen had plenty of options that catered to my dietary needs without compromising on taste. Overall, our experience at Citra Bar & Kitchen was outstanding. The revitalization of Hotel Zessa and the exceptional dining experience here is a testament to Santa Ana's commitment to enhancing their community. We can’t wait to return, and I highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting the area. You will not be disappointed!