It’s been called the most extraordinary dining experience in Southern California.  “Phenomenal Italian Cuisine… Works of Art… Wonderfully Romantic... Masterpiece” raves Zagat 2007.  The New York Times hails “the fashion plate of the season is not a model but a dish served at the Anaheim White House.  The Romeo Gigli Salmon.”  And as its 21th anniversary draws near, it becomes quite clear: the Anaheim White House Restaurant is a local favorite, a visitor’s premier choice, and a meal here will undoubtedly be one of most magical moments of your stay in Orange County.

OC’s Hidden Treasure
One look at the Anaheim White House and you know this will be a unique affair.  The restaurant inhabits a stunning 1909 Victorian-style home, a historic landmark featuring 12 private dining rooms, and makes you feel as though you’re dining with the President and First Lady.  The menu features the most delectable selections of fresh seafood, steaks, veal, lamb, and delicacies influenced by celebrity owner Bruno Serato’s frequent visits to his hometown of Verona, Italy.  What’s more, the award-winning wine cellar offers up over 200 Californian and European wines – and the assortment of luscious specialty desserts will satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth.

Caterina’s Girls
It 2003, the inaugural meeting of Caterina’s Girls Club was held at the Anaheim White House.  It had been Bruno’s dream to honor his mother, Caterina, by creating a charity in her name.  Since its formation, Caterina’s Girls Club has raised over a quarter of a million dollars for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Anaheim.  From transportation vans for the children of the Boys and Girls Clubs, to free dental clinics, and one-on-one tutoring, the genorous donations of Caterina’s members have made quite an impact.  Not to mention that presently, Caterina’s Girls Club serves 100 hot meals to underprivileged children nightly.

Celebrity Sightings
While we like to think of Bruno Serato as the most famous face of the Anaheim White House, the list of celebrities who have graced the dining room with their presence is equally impressive.  Former President Jimmy Carter.  Gwen Stefani.  Danny DeVito.  Sydney Poitier.  President George W. Bush.  Dan Marino.  Barry Bonds.  Roger Clemens.  Madonna.  Pamela Anderson.  Martina Navratilova.  Pele.  And that’s just to name a few.

­­A 20-Year Journey with the Anaheim White House
1987
•    Bruno Serato takes ownership of the Anaheim White House Restaurant and features Northern Italian Cuisine.

1990
•    Celebrity sighting: Former President Jimmy Carter.

1991
•    Celebrity sighting: Wolfgang Puck holds a dinner for MTV.

1992
•    Receives Gold Award.

1993
•    Celebrity sighting: Caters event for Madonna.

1994
•    Celebrity sighting: Movie star Janet Leigh.

1995
•    Receives Gold Award.

1997
•    Receives Golden Scepter Award – Best Italian restaurant in SoCal.

1998
•    Receives DiRoNA Award – Distinguished Restaurants of North America.
•    Leadership Award – SoCal Chapter of Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International.
•    Three Star Rating – Mobil Guide, highest rating awarded in Orange County.
•    Restaurateur of the Year – Bruno Serato is chosen by the Orange County Business Journal.
•    100 Best Restaurants in SoCal – Epicurean Rendezvous.

1999
•    Celebrity sighting: Future President George W. Bush.

2001
•    Receives Award of Excellence – The Wine Spectator.
•    Four Star Prestigious Wine Cellar – Southern California Restaurant Writers Association.

2002
•    Receives Golden Scepter Award.

2003
•    Receives Citizen of the Year – Bruno Serato is chosen by the Cypress College Foundation.
•    Bruno Serato founds Caterina’s.

2004
•    Receives International Star Diamond Award – American Academy of Hospitality Sciences.
•    Restaurateur of the Year – Bruno Serato is chosen by the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association.
•    Italian Heritage Award – American Italian Renaissance Foundation.
•    Anaheim Boys and Girls Club Honoree.
•    Golden Bacchus Wine Award – Southern California Restaurant Writers Association.

2005
•    Receives International Star Diamond Award – American Academy of Hospitality Sciences.
•    Cornerstone Humanitarian of the Year – Bruno Serato is chosen by the National Restaurant Association.
•    California Humanitarian of the Year – Bruno Serato is chosen by the California Restaurant Association.

2006
•    Receives International Star Diamond Award – The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences.
•    Humanitarian of the Year – Southern California Restaurant Writers Association.

2007
•    The Anaheim White House Restaurant celebrates its 20th anniversary in August.
•    Bruno Serato’s latest endeavor: a tantalizing cookbook titled Temptation at the White House.

Reserve Your Right to Excellence
The Anaheim White House is renowned for the highest standards of service and its magnificent ambiance, so it’s  recommended that you reserve your table ahead of time.  Please call 714-772-1381 or make your reservation online at www.anaheimwhitehouse.com.  The restaurant is located just minutes from the Disneyland Resort at 887 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim.