Salina's Cafe — Restaurant in Santa Ana

Items from Salinas Cafe that I tried during my 4 weeks as a juror: Angus burger....just don't. Worst burger I ever had, and pretty sure that's not 100% Angus beef, maybe there was some beef in the room when they made it. 1 star at best. Grilled Chicken Sandwich, bland but adequate, 3 stars. Chicken Salad Sandwich from the refrigerator, 3 stars. Hot beef sandwich au jus, 4 stars. Doesn't look like much but it's the heartiest and most tasty thing on their menu. Would have been a philly cheesesteak if the white bread was swapped out with the proper type of philly bread roll. Chef's Salad from the refrigerator. 3 stars. Lemon Drops from Old Towne Bakery, 4 stars Raspberry jam "Sandwiches" from Old Towne Bakery, 4 stars. 8 Potato cheese soup, not bad, 3.5 stars.

As a juror, you're pretty much a captive audience in this building; if you don't want to go hungry, you can either get something from the vending machine in the dining area, or from Salinas Cafe. (Yeah I know they say you can walk to nearby restaurants...never happens, it's cutting it too close for when you have to return to court).

I got the impression from the get-go that it was taboo to bring my own food into the courthouse, so there ya go. I did once pack a salad from home and left it in my car, ate it in-car during the lunch recess. That's probably the best option and will save you...

This is the Court house cafeteria at the central Santa Ana Orange County court house. It's on the 3rd floor, to the left of the elevators. There is lots of indoor seating at dated tables and an outdoor balcony situation that is pretty nice as far as these court house Cafe situations go. I watched a couple people absolutely house breakfast burritos they got here so maybe try that if you want...

Great garbanzo soup of the day with celery, carrots, and tomato. Shame it comes in a styrofoam container. Can they afford to put it in a reusable bowl and then...