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- 230 Forest Ave., Orange County 92651
- 949-494-2545
230 Forest Avenue
Any place with an art gallery attached must be all about trend. Over a decade later, 230 manages to stay on top of things. Chilean sea bass is still there because everyone goes crazy for it, and it... read more
- 18528 Beach Blvd., Orange County 92648
- 714-963-7744
Surf City Saloon
Pool, karaoke, live bands, smoking in the parking lot, it's a high school hang for grown-ups. With booze, naturally. Regulars keep it friendly, but there is some serious pool action going on here. ... read more
- 200 S. Rio Vista St., Orange County 92806
- 714-632-0045
Rio Vista Inn
Not Orange Countys trendiest spot, by any stretch, but always a bangin' good time. Cheap drinks help the lively karaoke. MC'ed by a guy named Smitty. No real bar affiliation, he's just there, alway... read more
- 24172 Alicia Pkwy., Orange County 92691
- 949-770-7100
I Love Bagels
The fight about New York-style food will never go away in California. We do this about pizza and bagels. This is Orange County's claim to east coasty-ness. Bagels are delicious, that's something we... read more
- 361 Forest Ave., Orange County 92651
- 949-494-3312
Sundried Tomato Cafe
Prices may seem a little high, but thought appears to be that you're paying for a dining experience that lasts a leisurely while. Especially at midday, when patrons tend to linger, practically turn... read more
- 500 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Orange County 92691
- 949-347-5100
Saks Fifth Avenue
One of the standard-bearers for department store grandeur. Suburban location makes it feel just a nudge more casual than big-city palaces, but it's still Saks. You're more than welcome to play Carr... read more
- 2771 El Camino Real, Orange County 92782
- 714-731-1300
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dick's is just about the biggest sports supplier in town, especially for those who want to get luxe-outdoorsy: tennis racquets, golf clubs, and the like. Gear up to enjoy the weather. And support c... read more
- 24633 Del Prado, Orange County 92629
- 949-496-6368
Bonjour Cafe
A quiet, rustic-feeling spot that has a bit of pretension, but at least it's friendly. Menu items in French or pseudo-French, like Le French Toast de Tahiti, a sought-after dish of coconut-dipped F... read more
- 27000 Crown Valley Pkwy., Orange County 92691
- 949-347-1556
Daisy Shoppe
Mall location notwithstanding, this place has flair. It's all very pink and flowey. Not Paris Hilton style, straight-up Doris Day style. Sweaters and dresses but most of all aprons. Gorgeous aprons... read more
- 4411 W. 1st St., Orange County 92703
- 714-531-5146
Tan Cang Seafood
Just go for the lobster. It's sauteed in goodness. Ordering it with noodles is an option, or mix the bits and pieces at the end with rice for a taste treat. Sauteed pea shoots should be the green o... read more
- 125 Main St., Orange County 90740
- 562-493-6653
California Seashell Company
Ariel shops here when she's feeling nostalgic for undersea life. The shells range from tiny penny sizes to enormous artifacts that once held the sea creatures of nightmares. Many are painted, glitt... read more
- 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy., Orange County 92648
- 714-698-1234
Red Chair Lounge
Indoor and outdoor drinking, but no barfing in the hedgerows, please. Named after the, well, huge red chair by the fireplace, the Hyatt bar pours quality libations in a quiet setting. It's all very... read more
- 18246 Imperial Hwy., Orange County 92886
- 714-993-4421
Fitness Pizza & Grill
It's not all necessarily healthy. Or maybe it was in the 80s? Yeah, it's been around since the latter part of the Me Decade. Low-fat or not, the nutrition info for each food item is printed on the ... read more
- 1442 S. Bristol St., Orange County 92704
- 714-549-2011
El Gallo Giro
An excellent place to fill up after a night of boozing. In fact, it's really the only viable option for peeps with tastebuds. It's not fancy by any stretch, but it is all homemade. In-house bakery,... read more
- 2116 W. Oceanfront, Orange County 92663
- 949-675-8041
Beach Ball the Bar
Drinks are practically a necessity after a day at an urban beach. Like Newport. Soothe your inner sunburn with a boardwalk libation as the sun goes down. Or as the sun goes up, even: doors open at ... read more
- 350 Ocean Ave., Orange County 92651
- 949-494-6302
Zinc Cafe
Been around since 1988. That's, like, forever in OC years. Still seems hip, which is another grand feat for the veggie-inclined, whole food-ish cafe. (Well, it is technically vegetarian, but eggs a... read more
- 446 S. Coast Hwy., Orange County 92651
- 949-494-5469
The Saloon
The Saloon doesn't have live music or an endless bar or a back patio. Pretty sure they're proud of it. It's a tiny space, never enough seats, packed with those who know there's no messing around. O... read more
- 860 Glenneyre St., Orange County 92651
- 949-494-6825
Cafe Zoolu
Seems that places in OC that are institutions don't care much for manners. Diners that haven't been here since day one tend to find themselves terrified of the hostess. Ah well. The swordfish is go... read more
- 22342 El Paseo, Orange County 92688
- 949-459-7900
Cinnamon Productions
A packed house mornings and weekends plus a confusing seating process gives this bakery and cafe an exciting scene, to say the least. But people are jonesing for those cinnamon rolls, so there's no... read more
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