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Hilton Anaheim has announced the opening of its new restaurant, Poppy’s, as part of a $200 million renovation project. This new dining spot replaces Mix Restaurant & Lounge and features California-inspired cuisine with an emphasis on wellness and sustainability. The restaurant, led by Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan, offers diverse menu options from breakfast to high-end dinner entrees. Poppy’s aims to highlight local ingredients and create a welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors.
ANAHEIM – Hilton Anaheim, the largest hotel property in Orange County, celebrated the debut of its new restaurant, Poppy’s, on September 17, 2025. This restaurant is part of the hotel’s significant $200 million renovation initiative aimed at enhancing the guest experience.
Poppy’s replaces the former Mix Restaurant & Lounge and offers a menu that features all-day California-inspired cuisine. The restaurant was created by the Hilton’s in-house food and beverage brand incubator known as StiR Creative Collective. Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan leads the culinary team, focusing on California’s seafood, fresh produce, and aromatic herbs.
The restaurant’s menu prioritizes wellness and sustainability, offering seasonal and lighter meal options. Breakfast highlights include selections such as Avocado Toast and a Warm Breakfast Grain Bowl. For lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy items like Tuna Poke Lettuce Wraps and the robust Route 66 Chicken Club. Dinner offerings elevate the dining experience with high-end choices like Imperial Wagyu Filet, Tomahawk, and Prime Bone-In Ribeye steaks. Diners can also indulge in signature desserts, including the warm Poppy Seed Cake.
The opening of Poppy’s aims to celebrate California’s rich food culture by highlighting ingredients sourced from local farms and emphasizing sustainable practices. The beverage menu complements the dining experience with an array of craft cocktails, mocktails, wines, and beers produced in California, featuring popular options like Gold Rush and Golden Hour.
The ambiance of Poppy’s is designed to be welcoming, catering to both locals and travelers, thereby creating a unique dining atmosphere. Adjacent to Poppy’s is Poppy’s Lounge, which enhances the dining experience with handcrafted cocktails and shareable bites, set in a stylish environment.
Poppy’s is positioned to become a landmark dining establishment not just in Anaheim but throughout Southern California, emphasizing modern California specialties that reflect the region’s agricultural bounty and cultural heritage. Hilton Anaheim’s renovation project aims to modernize spaces, with a revamped lobby and upgraded facilities to appeal more effectively to both business and leisure travelers.
The overall renovation of Hilton Anaheim is expected to be fully completed by the fall of 2025, ultimately enhancing the property’s appeal and guest experience. The introduction of Poppy’s signifies a step forward in Hilton Anaheim’s mission to provide exceptional hospitality and innovative dining options.
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