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Chapter One: the modern local, Santa Ana, CA

Chapter One: the modern local

4.6
4.6
579 Reviews
$30 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Our eclectic food and spirits fuse the exotic with the traditional, always created with our own playful twist. Our kitchen, led by executive chef Tony Castaneda, features local, sustainable, seasonal and all-natural ingredients. The atmosphere blends the pleasures of elegant dining with the relaxed conviviality of a local pub. Our cocktail list, highlighted by our award-winning fresh ginger Moscow Mules, also features over 200 whiskeys from around the world.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (714) 352-2225
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tony Castaneda
  • Catering
    We offer many options for larger parties in our private event space, The Red Room. We offer party platters, drink ticket options, and customized menus. Let us know what you are looking for, and we should be able to not only accommodate, but to impress. Off-site catering is also available. Contact our Sales Department for more details: 714-914-4287
  • Private party facilities
    A beautifully decorated private dinning room with multimedia capabilities. Parties, meetings, luncheons, entertainment venue; endless possibilities.
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Ana
  • Cross street
    Broadway & 3rd
  • Parking details
    Street parking, a large parking garage located directly across the street, and a pay lot directly behind the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Minutes away from the Santa Ana Train Station and Regional Transportation Center. Downtown Santa Ana is located in the center of Orange County, so it's never too far from anybody!
  • Entertainment
    Follow us on Facebook for our event schedule!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 579 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Orange County

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chapter One: the modern local offers a "superb culinary experience" with "extraordinary customer service." Guests rave about the delicious food, reasonable prices, and a cozy atmosphere in downtown Santa Ana. Highlights include the steak, empanadas, and lumpia. Service is often praised as "great" and "friendly," making for a memorable dining experience.

579 Reviews
  1. Kristin

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good. Service excellent. Branson was really on top of it. The service is why I would come back again.

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  2. Susan

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very difficult time with traffic and parking! Passed up building because no visible address. Food good. Service good. Very loud.

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  3. Marc

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time as always. The owner JJ came up and said hello which is always nice. I will be coming back. Thank you, Chapter One

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  4. Stanford

    Los Angeles

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate outside and had wonderful service, the food was yummy, including the lumpia, cheese filled empanadas, and chicken Caesar salad.

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  5. Cindy

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and friendly service. We’ll definitely return!!

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  6. Christina

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was delicious, atmosphere was chill. Owner talked to us, overall good experience.

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  7. Franklyn

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, atmosphere, and food was delicious.

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  8. Courtney

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was amazing!! Empanadas and lumpia may have been the best I’ve ever had!

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  9. Sepideh

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food. Reasonable priced. Great service. Cozy atmosphere that put you right at ease. Recurring customer I would definitely return love their menu and the options. Drinks are fabulous too.

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  10. Judy

    Orange County

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love chapter 1 service is great and the location convenient in downtown Santa Ana

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FAQs

Chapter One: the modern local does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Chapter One: the modern local also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 352-2225.

Chapter One: the modern local is rated 4.6 stars by 579 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chapter One: the modern local

227 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broadway & 3rd
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Ana
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking, a large parking garage located directly across the street, and a pay lot directly behind the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Minutes away from the Santa Ana Train Station and Regional Transportation Center. Downtown Santa Ana is located in the center of Orange County, so it's never too far from anybody!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tony Castaneda
  • Entertainment
    Follow us on Facebook for our event schedule!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (714) 352-2225
  • Catering
    We offer many options for larger parties in our private event space, The Red Room. We offer party platters, drink ticket options, and customized menus. Let us know what you are looking for, and we should be able to not only accommodate, but to impress. Off-site catering is also available. Contact our Sales Department for more details: 714-914-4287
  • Private party facilities
    A beautifully decorated private dinning room with multimedia capabilities. Parties, meetings, luncheons, entertainment venue; endless possibilities.
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