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ANAHEIM PACKING HOUSE: PROHIBITION-ERA FEEL
Lay of the Land:
In Anaheim, California, this two-story food hall
opened in 2014 in a restored 20th-century warehouse that once served
as a Sunkist citrus-packing plant. (The logo is still on the sign at the
entrance.) Only 2 miles from Disneyland Park, the landmark structure
now houses more than 20 vendors covering a range of cuisines —
from American comfort food to wood-fired Neapolitan pizza to
authentic Syrian fare. The complex is also home to a handful of restau-
rants — including the popular Umami Burger — and two breweries
in the adjacent buildings.
The Game Plan:
Leave your diet behind: Dip goat cheese–filled naan
into a steaming bowl of curry at Adya, munch on crispy fish and chips
at The Chippy Fish & Grill, and sink your teeth into a Cap’n Crunch waf-
fle sundae at The Iron Press. And with seven different types of poutine
on the menu, you just can’t miss indulging at The Kroft. Then head
over to Popbar to choose between a gelato, sorbet, or yogurt ice pop
to dip, drizzle, and sprinkle with your favorite toppings.
Wow Factor:
Step back in time at The Blind Rabbit speakeasy —
that is, if you’re able to find the secret door. Or grab a drink at the
BXCR (also known as The Underground Wine Society), located inside
a refurbished 1920s railroad boxcar.
Off-Menu:
Anaheim Packing House regularly showcases live bands,
from country to rock to rhythm and blues. It also hosts jazz nights on
the first and third Thursday of every month inside the Cooks Chapel
event venue.
Also Try:
Windmill Food Hall in Carlsbad, as well as Little Italy Food
Hall and Liberty Public Market in San Diego
ANAHEIM PACKING HOUSE
Mike Alcoran