Dunarea Restaurant

Friendly service, the food was amazing, took my partner and a friend here, waitress was incredibly kind. The papanaşi was a great end to a great meal. Our waitress even helped me brush up a little bit on learning some romanian. We will definitely be back again. 👍

The food was fantastic, and the service was top-notch! Our server, Marius, was absolutely amazing super accommodating and attentive. He truly made our large gathering a success. Highly recommend!”

Food is always amazing! Service is great! Had my kid's Baptism here and everyone was impressed with the presentation of food, quality and service of the wonderful staff. I am so thankful to everyone who took such great care of our guests, especially Dan, who has been an important and integral pillar in our community for over 20 years. Thank you so much for transporting us to our mother land for so many years. My non-Romanian guests were saying they feel like they were in Romania, and really enjoyed the atmosphere, and overall Romanian hospitality. Thank you Thank you Thank you! ****UPDATE**** Came here for my dad's birthday and oh my Gosh! I took pix. Btw- the soups here are amazing! and I mean ALL OF THEM! But my daughter and I's fave: Ciorba de Burta! Also...today we tasted their delicious Pastramă de miel...and it was sooooo good! The appetizer platter we tasted was so beautifully arranged and everything was delicious. Sarmale 10/10, Ceafă de porc: 10/10 Murături: 10/10 Saturdays: live music. There might be more days, I just don't know. My dad and all his guests really enjoyed everything. Thank you Dan and Alina and everyone else. ❤️❤️❤️ I'll take more pictures next time! Enjoy your food and atmosphere.

Amazing food and services We didn’t order anything ( I just asked Marius what is best in here, and he created those amazing dish for us( party for 4) Thank U, Marius , your the best..

Exceptional restaurant! I drove all the way from West Hollywood, and boy was it a treat! The severs are very friendly and great. The food was super good, I had Boeuf Salad, Eggplant Salad, Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, fish egg dip Mititei and Papanasi. Everything was amazing , My favorite were the Skinless Sausages/mititei, they were cooked to perfection, juicy and well seasoned. These alone were worth the drive! The cabbage rolls were my second favorite with so much flavor. Everything dish had an amazing flavor, you could tell the chef put a lot of love in the cooking process. The Romanian wine was fantastic. Papanasi desert is a European old school donut with cherries and cheese, omg good, a must try! The atmosphere is casual and relaxing. Great atmosphere with delicious food. I also had the pleasure of meeting the owners and they are super friendly and very accommodating. I'll definitely be back. To the owners Multumesc!

Wanted to try Romanian food and this is the only restaurant probably in the entire So-cal. We absolutely loved everything we ordered. The food was so tasty and portions so generous and very reasonable prices. So glad we found this restaurant. Will definitely go back

Overall amazing and tasty food! The service was so kind 👌 We’ll come again for sure! Couldn’t even take pictures of the main plates because we ate them too fast ahah

Robert Radulescu

Being Romanian myself and having a mother who is objectively one of the best Romanian chefs I've met, I know what good Romanian food is supposed to taste like. I can confidently say this Romanian restaurant is probably the best one I've eaten at in the US. You will find authentic, delicious Romanian staples, a friendly staff and even a decor which reminds you of traditional Romanian restaurant. Highly recommended!

Frank Biermann

It was our first time at a Romanian restaurant and this spot was actually on my list for some time before we finally found the time to visit. We were in the area and although we weren’t very hungry, we decided to poke our heads inside anyways. We mainly just ordered a couple of items to sample, but honestly, the mashed potato was amazingly good. We were sitting there wondering how they made it so good. Neither my wife nor I are Romanian, but she said it reminded her of her grandmother’s cooking. When ordering, we absolutely murdered the pronunciation of everything, but our server was flattering and commended us for trying. She was rad.

Nine 90

Everything we had here was very good. I'm not Romanian but Polish, but went with a Romanian friend. There seems to be a lot of dishes that cross over and look/taste very similar! Our waiter and the owner were also very friendly. Will definitely be going back!

Charlotte James

My 3rd time at this Romanian restaurant, absolutely love it. We live in West LA but the sarmale, mici and papanaşi are totally worth the drive. As someone who has lived 6 years in Romania I can say the food is authentic and really yummy. Highly recommend!

Flo

The best service, the best food hands down. Fresh ingredients, high quality preparations, served perfectly. This is an authentic Eastern European experience. The service is beyond what a person can expect, we made a last minute reservation on a Sunday night right before they closed. Literally treated my party like family and offered anything and everything the restaurant had with no rush whatsoever. I have been coming here for twenty years and hope to come for another twenty. Do not skip the authentic alcohols. Plum brandy, wine, beer all from Romania. I can vouch, I am Romanian and this tastes exactly right, there is no compromise. No need to worry about navigating the menu, let the staff help out, the suggestions are honest and will be satisfying for sure.

Ray Stratton

What a great experience. I love Eastern European food ( I'm Hungarian). Saw this place driving by and had to give it a try. The host/owner was very helpful in going through the menus. I had the lamb stew and my wife had the three sausage dinner (Skinless Sausages/Mititei). Our dinner was topped with a Papanasi desert. Great. Th interior is warm and welcoming. I love the bare cloth tablecloths (with no glass cover.) Will be back to try the rest of the menu.

Daniel Suciu

If you’re craving authentic Romanian cuisine, look no further than Dunarea in Anaheim! From the moment you walk in, the warm and inviting atmosphere makes you feel right at home. The staff is incredibly attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. The menu is a treasure trove of Romanian classics, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The sarmale (stuffed cabbage rolls) were perfectly seasoned and melted in your mouth, while the mici (grilled sausages) were juicy and full of flavor. Don’t miss out on the mamaliga (polenta) or the ciorba de burta (tripe soup) – both were outstanding. To top it off, their desserts are a must-try. The papanași (Romanian donuts) were the perfect ending to an already fantastic meal. Whether you’re Romanian and feeling nostalgic or just curious to explore this incredible cuisine, Dunarea is a hidden gem you won’t regret visiting. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Jared Cohee

🇷🇴 ROMANIA (via Eat the World Los Angeles) - If it is your first time eating here and you bring a group, you may think about asking the proprietor to guide you in putting together communal plates for appetizers and entrees. The appetizer plate was such a hit that the table asked for more of the same for the next round, letting the host guide the way. Another amazing platter arrived, essential entrees surrounded by piles of mămăligă, the staple of any Romanian diet.

Gabriel Ochirosi

So good food, great service.. Going twice in a row ❤️

C PJ

Friendly service, the food was amazing, took my partner and a friend here, waitress was incredibly kind. The papanaşi was a great end to a great meal. Our waitress even helped me brush up a little bit on learning some romanian. We will definitely be back again. 👍

Cristian Coldea

The food was fantastic, and the service was top-notch! Our server, Marius, was absolutely amazing super accommodating and attentive. He truly made our large gathering a success. Highly recommend!”

Ioana T.

Food is always amazing! Service is great! Had my kid's Baptism here and everyone was impressed with the presentation of food, quality and service of the wonderful staff. I am so thankful to everyone who took such great care of our guests, especially Dan, who has been an important and integral pillar in our community for over 20 years. Thank you so much for transporting us to our mother land for so many years. My non-Romanian guests were saying they feel like they were in Romania, and really enjoyed the atmosphere, and overall Romanian hospitality. Thank you Thank you Thank you! ****UPDATE**** Came here for my dad's birthday and oh my Gosh! I took pix. Btw- the soups here are amazing! and I mean ALL OF THEM! But my daughter and I's fave: Ciorba de Burta! Also...today we tasted their delicious Pastramă de miel...and it was sooooo good! The appetizer platter we tasted was so beautifully arranged and everything was delicious. Sarmale 10/10, Ceafă de porc: 10/10 Murături: 10/10 Saturdays: live music. There might be more days, I just don't know. My dad and all his guests really enjoyed everything. Thank you Dan and Alina and everyone else. ❤️❤️❤️ I'll take more pictures next time! Enjoy your food and atmosphere.

gina shen

Amazing food and services We didn’t order anything ( I just asked Marius what is best in here, and he created those amazing dish for us( party for 4) Thank U, Marius , your the best..

Mirela Micula

Exceptional restaurant! I drove all the way from West Hollywood, and boy was it a treat! The severs are very friendly and great. The food was super good, I had Boeuf Salad, Eggplant Salad, Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, fish egg dip Mititei and Papanasi. Everything was amazing , My favorite were the Skinless Sausages/mititei, they were cooked to perfection, juicy and well seasoned. These alone were worth the drive! The cabbage rolls were my second favorite with so much flavor. Everything dish had an amazing flavor, you could tell the chef put a lot of love in the cooking process. The Romanian wine was fantastic. Papanasi desert is a European old school donut with cherries and cheese, omg good, a must try! The atmosphere is casual and relaxing. Great atmosphere with delicious food. I also had the pleasure of meeting the owners and they are super friendly and very accommodating. I'll definitely be back. To the owners Multumesc!

Lauren A

Wanted to try Romanian food and this is the only restaurant probably in the entire So-cal. We absolutely loved everything we ordered. The food was so tasty and portions so generous and very reasonable prices. So glad we found this restaurant. Will definitely go back

Manero Courtois

Overall amazing and tasty food! The service was so kind 👌 We’ll come again for sure! Couldn’t even take pictures of the main plates because we ate them too fast ahah

Excellent, tasty and big variety of traditional Romanian food from all Romanian provinces. Professional service and friendly atmosphere. Dan, Alina, thank you so much. You are the best. Will be back.

Lily Waterlily

Amazing food, great service. Authentic Romanian food, very tasty and fresh. Highly recommend to anyone.

bogdan cojocneanu

Excellent, tasty and big variety of traditional Romanian food from all Romanian provinces. Professional service and friendly atmosphere. Dan, Alina, thank you so much. You are the best. Will be back.

This is the only Romanian restaurant in SoCal. Menu is small but everything was fresh. They don’t have vegan/vegetarian options in their grill hot main entrees. The owner prepared a special plate with some vegetarian appetizers. The eggplant and beans dips were delicious. The bread served is not tasty at all. To eat there was quite expensive especially for the special plate. Instead of making a normal prize for it we paid for each item. We only discovered at the end. The restaurant is decorated with some Romanian clothes and art.

Food has some authentic flavors and overall simple dishes with a homemade feel but for the first try, it was strong on salt on everything (the soup, the meats). We even asked for the seasoning is strong on the meat because we’re sharing with a child and the server said, yes it’s ok, but it wasn’t really in the end. Not busy during the week and seemingly not much in demand. There’s something to enjoy for everyone on the menu though and it’s a nice cultural variety for people to try.

Simon Lee

This is the only Romanian restaurant in SoCal. Menu is small but everything was fresh. They don’t have vegan/vegetarian options in their grill hot main entrees. The owner prepared a special plate with some vegetarian appetizers. The eggplant and beans dips were delicious. The bread served is not tasty at all. To eat there was quite expensive especially for the special plate. Instead of making a normal prize for it we paid for each item. We only discovered at the end. The restaurant is decorated with some Romanian clothes and art.

Aranjuez Artists

Food has some authentic flavors and overall simple dishes with a homemade feel but for the first try, it was strong on salt on everything (the soup, the meats). We even asked for the seasoning is strong on the meat because we’re sharing with a child and the server said, yes it’s ok, but it wasn’t really in the end. Not busy during the week and seemingly not much in demand. There’s something to enjoy for everyone on the menu though and it’s a nice cultural variety for people to try.