Roy’s Restaurant is Chef Roy Yamaguchi’s polished Hawaiian-fusion restaurant at 321 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802, on the Anaheim GardenWalk near Disneyland Resort and the Anaheim Convention Center. Travelers come for seafood-forward plates shaped by Hawaiian, Japanese and European technique, plus sushi, tropical-leaning cocktails and an easy celebratory dinner setting close to the resort district.
What to Expect at Roy’s Restaurant
Roy’s Anaheim puts the cooking associated with Roy Yamaguchi’s Hawaii-born restaurant brand into a contemporary GardenWalk dining room. The kitchen’s established signatures include Misoyaki Butterfish, a sweet-savory miso-marinated fish preparation, Blackened Ahi and Hibachi-Grilled Salmon; seafood remains the strongest reason to book. Dinner combines these Roy’s classics with seasonal and locally inspired dishes created by Chef Partner Ricardo Ledesma, while lunch adds sushi daily from noon to 3:30pm.
The restaurant is designed for a date night, convention dinner or post-park meal rather than a rushed counter-service stop. Begin with Aloha Hour, offered daily from noon to 6pm and extended until 9pm on Thursdays, then move into dinner or the three-course prix fixe, which starts at $49. The cocktail program is part of the experience, pairing island-inspired flavors with the restaurant’s Pacific Rim cooking; ask the team about the day’s sushi, seafood and dietary options when reserving.
- Misoyaki Butterfish: Roy’s best-known fish preparation, pairing buttery white fish with a sweet-salty miso marinade.
- Lunch sushi service: Sushi is served daily from 12pm to 3:30pm, making this a useful sit-down option between Anaheim attractions.
- Three-course prix fixe: A streamlined way to sample the kitchen’s style, with three courses starting at $49.
- Aloha Hour: Afternoon food-and-drink window runs daily 12pm–6pm, with Thursday availability through 9pm.
- Private dining: The Anaheim team coordinates group meals and celebrations, useful for convention groups, reunions and milestone dinners.
Roy’s Restaurant at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 321 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Anaheim Resort District, Anaheim GardenWalk |
| Operating Hours | Lunch daily 12pm–3:30pm; dinner nightly 4pm–9pm; Aloha Hour daily 12pm–6pm, Thursday until 9pm |
| Admission / Price Range | $$$; no admission charge. Three-course prix fixe starts at $49. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1.5 to 2 hours for lunch or dinner |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Anaheim GardenWalk; ART resort transit stops nearby, OCTA Route 50 along Katella Avenue; two hours of complimentary GardenWalk parking |
| Official Website & Phone | Roy’s Anaheim official website; (714) 776-7697 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Reserve ahead for Thursday through Saturday dinner, holiday periods and Anaheim Convention Center dates; the earlier 4pm dinner opening is the calmest choice before the resort-district rush. Lunch is a practical alternative for guests who want sushi and a quieter room. Smart casual clothing fits the setting. For a shorter stop, arrive during Aloha Hour, but allow enough time to enjoy a drink and shared plates before the dinner crowd builds.
Roy’s is inside Anaheim GardenWalk, immediately south of Katella Avenue, with two hours of complimentary parking for diners. Anaheim Resort Transportation connects the Disneyland Resort, convention center and resort hotels with nearby GardenWalk stops, while OCTA Route 50 runs on Katella Avenue. The restaurant is on GardenWalk’s ground level with step-free approach and wheelchair seating available on request; call ahead for specific seating or restroom needs. The Anaheim Convention Center is about a five-minute walk, Disneyland Resort roughly 10 minutes on foot, and House of Blues Anaheim sits within GardenWalk for a music-and-dinner pairing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Roy’s Anaheim hours and when is the best time to go?
Lunch is served daily from 12pm to 3:30pm, followed by dinner nightly from 4pm to 9pm. Arrive at opening for the most relaxed dinner pace, or use the daily noon-to-6pm Aloha Hour for an earlier meal; Thursday’s Aloha Hour continues until 9pm.
How much does Roy’s Restaurant cost, and do I need a reservation?
Roy’s is a $$$ restaurant, and its three-course prix fixe begins at $49. Reservations are strongly advised for peak dinner periods, weekends, conventions and special occasions; the official Roy’s Anaheim page is the best place to check current menus and book.
How much time should I budget for a meal?
Plan 90 minutes to two hours for a full dinner with cocktails, starters and dessert. A lunch sushi meal or Aloha Hour visit can work in about an hour, particularly before heading to Disneyland Resort or a convention appointment.
Is Roy’s Anaheim accessible and suitable for families?
The ground-level GardenWalk location has a step-free approach, and the team can arrange wheelchair-accessible seating with advance notice. Families can use lunch or an early dinner for an easier pace, while couples and celebration groups will get the most from the longer dinner experience.
When planning your Anaheim travel guide or comparing verified restaurants and fine dining restaurant in Anaheim, pair this stop with standout local spots including Cortona Inn and Suites Anaheim Resort, Hilbert Museum of California Art, Tarzan's Treehouse™, and FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar (0.2 km away).
