Buena Park, CA. (November 2025) –Visit Buena Park is proud to announce that several of the city's standout eateries have been recognized among Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat in Orange County for 2025, as ranked by Yelp Elites. To determine the Top Places to Eat in Orange County in 2025, Yelp identified and ranked restaurants using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews given by members of the Yelp Elite Squad.

Leading the way is Jin Cook, ranked an impressive #4. A two-time Taste of Buena Park Food Award winner for 2024 and 2025, this casual pub-style eatery takes immense pride in offering a distinctive culinary journey centered around Korean soul food. Guests can savor inventive dishes like the Jalapeño Cheese Curry Katsu, a fusion of crispy pork or chicken layered with rich curry, or the Braised Beef Short Rib, slow-cooked to tender perfection with spice-infused satisfaction. Each dish arrives on sizzling hot stones, ensuring every bite is enjoyed at the ideal temperature.

Coming in at #10, Porto's Bakery & Café—also a Taste of Buena Park award winner for 2024 and 2025—continues to captivate locals and visitors alike. This family-owned Cuban bakery has been delighting guests since 1963 with its time-honored recipes, serving up a mix of sweet and savory treats. From their mouth-watering potato balls, a fusion of seasoned mashed potatoes and ground beef, to their flaky puff pastry cheese rolls with signature cream cheese filling, every bite is a delight.

At #15, Atoyubu brings a creative Asian fusion twist to the dining scene with its signature yubu dishes—a popular Korean dish featuring tofu pockets filled with fresh, flavorful ingredients. Atoyubu offers a refreshing variety of combinations, including spicy tuna, garlic butter crab, avocado salmon, and fan favorite grilled balgogi.

Top BBQ Grill & Pocha Café, ranked #36, is known for its premium all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience, featuring cuts like seasoned sirloin steak, curry-rubbed pork belly, and classic brisket. Guests can also indulge in Cajun Seasoned Shrimp, Top Signature Beef Bulgogi, and ox small and large intestine, grilled to perfection right at the table. Diners finish their meals with complimentary soft-serve ice cream in chocolate, swirl, or vanilla.

KingChang, ranked #50, invites guests into a world of Korean BBQ and hot pot. Known for its perfectly grilled Daechang (beef intestines) and signature soups like the Spicy Small Intestine & Tripe Hot Pot, KingChang delivers rich flavors. The menu also features distinctive dishes such as Spicy Raw Oyster with Vegetables, offering diners a truly unique culinary experience.

Rounding out Buena Park's impressive list of honorees, Jinsol Gukbap, ranked #56, celebrates authentic Korean comfort food with its hearty soups and traditional flavors. Guests can savor the rich and satisfying Gukbap (pork soup with rice), the flavorful Galbi Tang (beef short rib soup), or the tender Jokbol (braised pig's feet) paired with a crisp jellyfish salad for a refreshing contrast.

Buena Park continues to shine as one of Orange County's top dining destinations, with multiple restaurants earning coveted spots on the list—highlighting the city's growing reputation for diverse, flavorful, and innovative cuisine. The city even boasts its own Buena Park Koreatown, stretching over 2.5 miles along Beach Boulevard and packed with more than 90 restaurants, along with an abundance of other dining options that showcase Buena Park's wide-ranging culinary variety.

To see the full list of Orange County favorites, visit: bit.ly/48b4cWU.