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CITY OF THE ARTS
CITY OF THE ARTS
THE ART OF
Fashion
Dining
THE STAGE
Recreation
WWW.TRAVELCOSTAMESA.COM
CITY OF THE ARTS
CITY OF THE ARTS
Costa Mesa offers a palette of awardwinning performances at Segerstrom
Center for the Arts, world-class fashion
at South Coast Plaza, exquisite
dining and endless relaxation at an
exceptional selection of hotels.
welcome to costa mesa
The City of the Arts™ sets the stage for the
ultimate Southern California retreat–
centrally located just minutes from
beaches, Disneyland® and Orange
County’s John Wayne Airport.
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you the art of the stage, the art of
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much more.
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INSIDE
COSTA
MESA
HISTORY
CITY OF THE ARTS
CITY OF THE ARTS
DISCOVERY
FASHION
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Meeting
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HOTELS
THE STAGE
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GETTING
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La Habra
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Brea
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Yorba Linda
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NIGHTLIFE
Fullerton
Placentia
Buena Park
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Cerritos
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Anaheim
Cypress
Stanton
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Orange
RECREATION
Garden Grove
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MAP
Santa Ana
Tustin
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Fountain
Valley
Sunset Beach
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Huntington
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Newport Beach
Irvine
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Corona del Mar
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Laguna Beach
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South Lagu
THE HISTORY OF
ORANGE
COUNTY
(Santiago de Santa Ana) in what today are the cities of Villa Park,
Orange, Tustin, Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. Later, the extensive
land holdings of the Capistrano Mission were subdivided and
awarded to a number of distinguished war heroes, ushering in the
romantic rancho era of Orange County.
In 1876, Irish-born James Irvine established sole ownership of a
110,000-acre sheep ranch that is today one of the most valuable
pieces of real estate in America. In 1887, silver was discovered in
the Santa Ana Mountains. Land speculators and farmers came
by rail from the East to settle in such boomtowns as Buena Park,
Fullerton and El Toro.
Orange County was formally organized as a political entity separate
from the County of Los Angeles in 1889. A year-round harvest
of Valencia oranges, lemons, avocados, lima beans and walnuts
made agriculture the single most important industry in the fledgling
county. As orange groves began to proliferate throughout the area,
Long before the county became synonymous with beaches,
shopping, and Disneyland,® the area was home to Native Americans.
The twentieth century brought with it many industrious individuals
In 1769, Gaspar de Portola was appointed governor of Lower
such as Walter Knott, a farmer turned entrepreneur, who founded
California. Portola called upon Father Junipero Serra to assist in
the Knott legacy in Buena Park. During the years that followed,
securing the Spanish claim to the vast frontier against any invasion
Orange County witnessed the discovery of oil in Huntington Beach,
from Russian trappers or British colonizers.
the birth of the aerospace industry on the Irvine Ranch, and filming
In July of 1769, European explorers reached the boundaries of
present-day Orange County, naming the region “The Valley of Saint
of several Hollywood classics in the Newport area. In 1955, Walt
Disney opened his Magic Kingdom in Anaheim.
Anne” (Santa Ana). Father Serra dedicated the Mission of San
Today, Orange County is the home of more than three million diverse
Juan Capistrano, Orange County’s first permanent settlement,
residents and a vast number of housing developments, shopping
on November 1, 1776.
centers, major companies, small businesses, service organizations
In 1801, Jose Antonio Yorba, a volunteer in the Portola expedition,
returned to Santa Ana. He established the county’s first rancho
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the new county was named for the fruit, becoming Orange County.
and much more.
Visit www.orangecountyhistory.org for more details.
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THE ART OF
THE STAGE
Costa Mesa takes center stage in the
Theater & Arts District
Costa Mesa is home to the Theater & Arts District, which
represents one of the finest collections of performing and
visual arts to be found anywhere in the world.
The Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Samueli
Theater, the Lawrence and Kristina Dodge Education
Center and Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge are located in
Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Internationally acclaimed
architect Cesar Pelli designed the structure with
impeccable acoustics by Artec Consultants.
The Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall features a
magnificent façade of Portuguese limestone and graceful glass
wall. Through the glass, visitors and patrons can see the dramatic
multi-tiered foyer and circular staircase. Once inside, guests can look
out and across the Center’s 46,000 square-foot community plaza to
the original Segerstrom Hall with its signature sculpture, Fire Bird, by
noted artist Richard Lippold and the imposing Connector created by
Richard Serra. Soaring above the Spanish granite lobby floor is the
ceiling finished in silver leaf and a breathtaking lighting installation
titled Constellation. This award-winning piece of architectural
jewelry includes faceted Swarovski crystal LED globes and 300
silver lavalieres suspended in graduated lengths that are tipped in
illuminated, Baccarat crystal pendants.
For more information, visit the Segerstrom Center for the Arts
website at www.SCFTA.org or call 714.556.2787.
The Samueli Theater has
its own distinctive entrance
with large frosted glass panels
illuminated from behind
producing a subtle glow against
the building’s white, limestone
façade. A spectacular outdoor
plaza created by Peter Walker
and Partners unites the venues
with the current Center and
South Coast Repertory.
South Coast Repertory (SCR)
is a professional resident
theatre, founded in 1964 by
David Emmes and Martin
Benson who continue to serve
as artistic directors. The theater
season (September-June)
includes works drawn from
classic and modern theatre
repertoires, with five plays
on the 507-seat Segerstrom
Stage and four on the 336-seat
Julianne Argyros Stage, plus
a three-play series, Theatre
for Young Audiences. SCR
offers a variety of outreach
and education programs and
is renowned for its new play
development program of works
by emerging and established
writers, presented each season
in public reading and during the
Pacific Playwrights Festival.
For a current listing of events in
Costa Mesa and Orange County, visit
www.travelcostamesa.com/calendar
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PERFORMING
& VISUAL ARTS
Pacific Symphony
714.755.5799 | www.pacificsymphony.org
Led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, Pacific
Symphony is recognized as an outstanding
orchestra, presenting more than 100 concerts
a year, plus a rich array of educational and
community programs. Pacific Symphony offers
Carl St. Clair
a perfect night out for every taste! Programs at
the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall include great classical
masterworks, pops concerts featuring big names in entertainment,
chamber music, Saturday morning concerts for children and parents,
and a holiday performance of Handel’s Messiah. Founded in 1978,
Pacific Symphony is the largest orchestra formed in the United States
in the last 40 years and the third largest in California.
Pacific Chorale
714.662.2345 | www.pacificchorale.org
Pacific Chorale is one of America’s great choirs,
delighting audiences with exceptional choral
performances since 1968. Under the guidance of
Artistic Director John Alexander, Pacific Chorale
has infused an Old World art form with California’s
hallmark innovative and cultural independence.
Visual arts abound in Costa Mesa, too. Visitors are encouraged to take
a walking tour to experience the spectacular works of Jean Dubuffet,
Henry Moore, Joan Miró, Charles O. Perry and Isamu Noguchi, among
other world-class figures whose artistry is on public display.
John Alexander
Philharmonic Society of Orange County
949.553.2422
www.philharmonicsociety.org
Now in its 57th season, the Philharmonic Society
consistently presents the world’s most acclaimed
symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles,
soloists and international artists for the enjoyment
Gustavo Dudamel
and appreciation of Orange County. The Society
also continues to provide an extensive array of free music education
programs to more than 200,000 Orange County children each year.
Clockwise from top: Tour Aux Jambes by Jean Dubuffet;
Connector by Richard Serra; Reclining Figure by Henry Moore;
Oiseau by Joan Miró; Sun Glitter by Carl Milles;
and Fire Bird by Richard Lippold
Vienna Philharmonic
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See an art walk map: travelcostamesa.com/artwalk
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PERFORMING
& VISUAL ARTS
Clockwise from top: The Ram by Charles O. Perry;
Night Shift by Jim Huntington; Jewel Court Dome by Marion Sampler; and
Neptune Water Spouts by Betty Davenport Ford
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Clockwise from top: Utsurohi 91 - Costa Mesa by Aiko Miyawaki;
Fermi by Tony Smith; Spatio Virtuo Teatro by Jason Meadows; and
Four Lines Oblique Gyratory-Square IV by George Rickey
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THE ART OF
FASHION
South Coast Plaza is the crown jewel
of shopping on the West Coast, and is
recognized internationally for its unparalleled
collection of over 250 boutiques, awardwinning restaurants, VIP suites, a spa and
the adjacent world-renowned Segerstrom
Center for the Arts. Its stellar cast of diverse retailers – including
Gucci, Fendi, Hermès and Harry Winston to Tory Burch, Barneys
CO-OP, J. Crew and H&M (partial listing) – makes it Southern
California’s premier shopping experience. South Coast Plaza is
located in Orange County, California, in the city of Costa Mesa.
For more information, visit www.southcoastplaza.com or by
telephone 800.782.8888.
Metro Pointe, an open-air shopping
center, features anchor tenants that
include Nordstrom Rack, Marshalls and
Loehmann’s, with specialty retailers
such as DSW Shoes, Barnes & Noble,
and The Container Store. The center
provides a theater venue with Edwards
Stadium 12 cinemas and dining
options such as Karl Strauss Brewery
& Restaurant, Boudin Bakery, Starbucks and Jamba Juice to name
a few. Metro Pointe has live music and entertainment Friday and
Saturday from 6:30-9:30pm and Sunday during the summer months
from 6-9pm. For information call 714.481.5009 or visit
www.metropointe.com.
Enjoy the SoBeCa District, an
acronym for “South on Bristol,
Entertainment, Culture and Arts”
wherein lies a unique enclave of
boutique shops, one-of-a-kind eateries
and artistic happenings from art
showings, poetry readings, musical
offerings and seasonal festivals.
Anchored by niche retail centers
The LAB and The CAMP, the SoBeCa District offers the only
progressive destination area in Orange County for those interested
in fashion, the arts, ecology and an active California lifestyle. Enjoy
diverse cuisine from specialty tacos to Vietnamese sandwiches to
juices plus vegan fare. For more information on these properties visit
www.thecampsite.com and www.thelab.com.
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FASHION
& SHOPPING
Visit The CAMP, where
“green” is everywhere,
from the native vegetation
to the progressive and
select retailers offering
their organic wares on this
environmentally sensitive retail campus.
Retailers include Patagonia, Active
Ride Shop and SEED People’s Market,
specializing in biking, surfing gear, organic
baby gear, shoes and clothing. Enjoy
vegetarian cuisine at Native Foods, organic wine tasting at Old Vine
Café, cocktails under the open-air roof of Mesa and delicious burgers
from Umami Burger. Visit www.thecampsite.com for more details.
The LAB, O.C.’s renowned urban youth
“Anti-Mall” serves the lifestyle demands of the
trend-setting shopper within a relaxed indoor-outdoor environment.
Urban Outfitters anchors an eclectic
array of one-of-a-kind shops such as
Eye Society, Blends and Arth, featuring
clothing, hats, gifts, sunglasses, shoes,
funky housewares and much more. Dining
begins early in the morning with healthy
breakfasts at Gypsy Den Café to Cuban
cuisine on the candlelit patio at Habana or
late-night sushi at Zipangu. For more info
visit www.thelab.com.
An exciting, vibrant gathering of like-minded
vendors, The OC Mix offers its guests a unique
retail experience. Locally based vendors come to
The OC Mix to showcase their unique merchandise
to shoppers and designers. At the Mix, vendors have
the opportunity to sell their wares, letting you walk away with some of
the most distinctive items you can find in OC such as vintage clothing,
fine cheese and olive oil and jewelry made of recycled goods. Find a
certified organic farmers’ market and food trucks in the parking lot on
Saturdays. Visit www.theocmartmix.com for more details.
The westside of Costa Mesa offers local,
boutique shopping with a community feel.
For more information visit
travelcostamesa.com/shop
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UNIQUE RETAIL
Within just a few miles of South Coast Plaza, many other distinctive
retailers are devoted to turning a typical shopping experience into a
memorable one. Though everything from clothing to ethnic food and
goods to recreational items are available, each of these venues has
unique qualities, services and an array of merchandise not typically
found in shopping malls.
Surfas Culinary District
714.453.2665
3309 Hyland Ave, Costa Mesa
www.culinarydistrict.com
For foodies, chefs and culinary enthusiasts, Surfas is the source for
high quality oils, spices, cheeses, cookware and kitchen equipment.
Whether you are a restaurateur shopping for commercial products
or a food lover with a passion for well-prepared fare, Surfas has
thousands of items to fit your needs. With its newest store at the
SoCo Collection, Surfas is considered the premier destination in
Orange County to find the best products and specialty foods.
Marukai Japanese Market
714.751.8433
2975 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesawww.marukai.com
Marukai Corporation USA imports many varieties of Japanese
products, such as foods, goods, furniture, health food items and
appliances. Marukai Wholesale Mart provides more than 10,000
Japanese products at wholesale prices for members with the motto,
“Pursuing superior qualities and prices.”
Mitsuwa Marketplace
714.557.6699
665 Paularino Avenue, Costa Mesa www.mitsuwa.com/english
Mitsuwa Marketplace has much to offer beneath one roof. In the
supermarket section, premium cuts of Wagyu beef, delectable fresh
sashimi and sushi and an extensive selection of Japanese groceries
are available. More than 15 specialty retail shops offer books,
cosmetics, video, auto accessories, travel, Japanese confectionery,
pottery and much more.
Moscow Deli
714.546.3354
3015 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesawww.moscowdeli.com
Moscow Deli is a slice of Mother Russia in Orange County. It features
many hard-to-find Russian foods, including Armenian rose-petal
preserves, buttery Slovenian cheese, Ukrainian apple soda and
luscious Georgian caviar. Part deli, part market, Moscow Deli has
made-to-order sandwiches and soups made with traditional Russian
ingredients as well as bakery items, frozen foods, oils and spices.
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THE ART OF
DINING
Costa Mesa offers one of the richest selections of restaurants in
Southern California and is renowned for its world-class cuisine.
Visitors come from all over to
enjoy lunch and dinner at various
award-winning restaurants such
as Mastro’s Steakhouse, Charlie
Palmer, The Golden Truffle and
Scott’s Restaurant & Bar, among
many others.
For those seeking a casual dining
experience, the city offers a
wide array of restaurants from
Yard House, Seasons 52 and
Karl Strauss Brewery to Z’Tejas
Southwestern Grill, and Costa Mesa’s own Wahoo’s Fish Tacos.
Options range from California gourmet pizza to seafood, with prices to
fit any budget.
Transportation to and from the Theater and Arts District and South
Coast Repertory is complimentary when you dine at any South Coast
Plaza Village restaurant. For more information call the South Coast
Plaza concierge desk at 714.435.2194.
Catering and Banquet Facilities
More than 20 restaurants provide catering and banquet or private
dining facilities. For more information visit:
www.travelcostamesa.com/eat
Casual Dining Catering Fine Dining Banquet Facilities Entertainment Happy Hour Specials All dining addresses are in Costa Mesa.
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DINING
Contemporary/American
arc restaurant
Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale’s
949.500.5561
Arc is a contemporary American eatery with a wood-burning oven
that produces hearty, delicious roasted dishes. Many of the dishes are
served in cast-iron skillets. The restaurant is an open space with the
oven is the centerpiece, which allows guests to watch as their food
is being prepared. Enjoy a complex cocktail while your food cooks.
Offerings like the little white lie with whiskey, grapefruit and lemon
basil and the grappa sour with grappa, citrus and egg white are just a
few of the handcrafted cocktails created by Arc’s mixologists.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
3321 Hyland Avenue
Beach Pit BBQ
949.645.7427
Once drafted by the Baltimore Orioles, Tim DeCinces was able to
taste the various culinary cultures of our country. He fell in love with,
not only the taste of true, wood-smoked southern BBQ, but also the
hospitality and comfort that came with it.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 1676 Tustin Avenue
Boudin Sourdough Bakery & Café
901 S. Coast Drive 714.557.1849
3333 Bristol Street 714.689.2253
Enjoy world-famous Boudin San Francisco sourdough French
bread along with slow-roasted coffee and espresso, plus gourmet
sandwiches and salads, sourdough pizzas and fresh baked pastries.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Bristol Palms California Bistro
Restaurant and Bar
714.540.7000
Located in the beautiful, seven-story atrium lobby of the Hilton
Orange County/Costa Mesa, Executive Chef Jeff Vosburgh delights
diners with delectable dishes that infuse a variety of tastes native to
California, with a Pacific Rim flair.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 3050 Bristol Street
The Capital Grille
714.432.1140
The Capital Grille’s atmosphere of relaxed elegance provides
Californians with a professional, welcoming dining experience,
exceptional food and wines and an active lounge area. It’s known
for its dry-aged, hand-carved steaks, fresh seafood and extensive,
award-winning wine list. The Capital Grille’s wine list features over
350 selections from the finest wine-growing areas from across
California and the world.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 3333 Bristol Street
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714.352.2525
Based on a culinary tradition with a deep
and lasting infusion of classical French
cuisine, celebrated chef Charlie Palmer’s
food has always been an extension of his
personality – generous, robust and bold.
Showcasing these flavors through artisanal
ingredients, the menu reflects the master
chef’s innovative style in entrées such as
slow-poached Scottish Salmon and Waggu
Beef Bourguignon, accessorized by dishes like
Sweet and Sour Japanese Eggplant. The chic,
modern lounge is a local hot spot with cosmopolitan cocktails and
great happy hour specials.
CATALINA FISH KITCHEN
949.645.8873
Catalina Fish Kitchen is a local favorite that serves healthy and fresh
seafood. With its close proximity to the ocean, Catalina Fish Kitchen
serves many dining options with fish that were caught that day. Enjoy
chargrilled skewers or tacos, fresh salads and even various kinds of
chowder and gumbo. Catalina Fish Kitchen is a favorite among local
surfers and beachgoers.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 670 W. 17th Street
Claim Jumper
714.434.8479
Claim Jumper offers a selection of fresh items using the finest
ingredients available. Choose from USDA prime steaks, fresh fish,
rotisserie chicken, baby back pork ribs, wood-fired pizzas, pasta,
salads, burgers and desserts.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner/Late Night 3333 Bristol Street
eat chow
949.650.2469
This creative restaurant with Danish modern décor was created by
Eric Doran and Brian McReynolds. The menu is new American, but
diners will find Mexican, Asian and European-inspired fare on the
menu too. Famous for their delightfully thin and crispy parmesan
truffle fries, diners come from all over Orange County for the Cuban
sandwich and decadent truffle mac and cheese. Eat Chow has a
formidable beer and wine list along with their own signature coffee
roasted by Martin Diedrich.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 1802 Newport Boulevard
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DINING
FRANK’S PHILADELPHIA
949.722.8725
You don’t have to travel to the city of brotherly love for an authentic
cheese steak. Frank’s Philadelphia serves authentic Philly-style
hoagies and steak sandwiches. This family-run restaurant has been a
Costa Mesa destination for years. Frank’s is cash only.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 2244 Fairview Road
Golden Truffle
949.645.9858
Enjoy this chef-owned and operated restaurant, which has been
delighting diners for more than 25 years. More than just a bistro, it’s
a culinary experience. A rotating seasonal menu accents the FrenchCaribbean focused cuisine. In addition to the regular menu, choose
from 15-20 specials daily. For a real adventure, order the prix fixe
menus for lunch or dinner. This dining hot spot also features a fabulous
and eclectic wine list, which changes monthly, and a great bar menu.
Daily: Dinner/Lunch Mon.-Fri. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Lunch: Tuesday-Friday. Dinner: Thursday, Friday and Saturday
1767 Newport Boulevard
GREENLEAF GOURMET CHOP SHOP
714.957.1100
Located in the Costa Mesa Marriott, Hemingway’s, surrounded by
windows facing the pool and lake, is the perfect place to enjoy a meal
anytime of the day. Whether you are in the mood for a light lunch
or entertaining clients for a memorable evening, Hemingway’s is the
place. The signature items include fresh fish, prime beef and a superb
wine list.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 500 Anton Boulevard
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714.426.8088
The Iron Press serves scrumptious, savory and sweet waffle
sandwiches. Along with waffles, The Iron Press offers 30 specialty,
local and imported beers on tap and a few bottled beers too. The
gastropub vibe and free flowing environment make the Iron Press at
The OC Mix a haven for foodies and beer lovers alike.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 3321 Hyland Avenue
Karl Strauss BrewinG company
714.546.2739
Located across from South Coast
Plaza in Metro Pointe at South Coast,
this award-winning restaurant serves
contemporary American cuisine and
freshly brewed beers from America’s
most honored Master Brewer, Karl
Strauss. The restaurant creates the ultimate beer and food experience.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner/Late Night 901 S. Coast Drive
Mastro’s Steakhouse
949.200.3950
Greenleaf Gourmet Chop Shop utilizes
relationships with the finest local food
purveyors to bring gourmet ingredients
to its guests everyday. Greenleaf serves
made-to-order salads, wraps and
sandwiches using flame-grilled proteins
and organic, locally grown produce in
a sleek open-display kitchen. An array of tasty toppings and freshly
grilled proteins give endless possibilities for the perfect fast, healthy,
“green” lunch or dinner.
Daily: Beakfast/Lunch/Dinner 234 E. 17th Street
Hemingway’s
Iron press
Daily: Dinner Memphis Café
714.546.7405
Mastro’s Steakhouse offers a cosmopolitan,
upscale dining experience in an intimate,
yet high-energy atmosphere. Known for
their incredible wet-aged prime steaks, the
restaurant serves classic steakhouse fare along
with succulent fresh seafood, sinful desserts
and an expansive wine list.
633 Anton Boulevard
714.432.SOUL (7685)
Suburban bar turned hip roadhouse, this “come as you are” restaurant
is serious about its food and drink. Memphis’ cuisine can best be
described as a combination of American regional and traditional soul
food. Enjoy a covered patio, full bar and an inventive wine list.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Friday; Brunch/Dinner: Saturday-Sunday
2920 Bristol Street
Morton’s THE STEAKHOUSE
714.444.4834
This venerable steakhouse is renowned for generous portions of
perfectly prepared, prime, aged, grain-fed beef as well as first-rate
seafood and desserts served in an upscale dining club and bar
setting. Private dining rooms available. Top Rated Restaurant –
Southern California Zagat Survey.
Lunch: Monday-Friday; Daily: Dinner/Late Night 1641 W. Sunflower Avenue
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DINING
Newport Rib Company
949.631.2110
A local favorite for 25 years, the Newport Rib Company offers the
best baby-back ribs in Orange County, plus aged, black Angus beef,
six different chicken selections and fresh swordfish along with salads
and sandwiches. This family-owned and operated landmark also
offers a full bar, banquet facilities and catering.
Dinner served daily and lunch served weekends only.
Take out daily from 10am. 2196 Harbor Boulevard
Old Vine CafÉ
714.545.1411
At Old Vine Café, Chef Mark McDonald’s menu is influenced by
international culinary traditions and the implementation of seasonal
ingredients. The full breakfast menu, includes such staples like
fresh crepes, homemade granola and innovative treats as carmel
apple French toast and pizza omelet. The lunch offerings include
homemade soups, creative salads, grilled-to-order paninis, and a
small selection of tapas. The dinner menu offers tapas-style dishes
and nightly specials including handmade pasta. In addition, three
tasting menus offer small courses each designed to complement a
selected wine.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch; Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday
2937 Bristol Street
Pacific Whey Café
714.641.9911
Everything, every day made from scratch: gourmet breakfast, artisan
baked goods, creative salads, sandwiches and tempting dinner
specials. Premium coffee drinks are made from custom blends
roasted from the world’s finest, estate-grown coffee beans.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 3333 Bear Street
Plums Café and Catering
949.722.7586
An upscale bistro specializing in Regional Northwest Cuisine, this
restaurant’s unique menu features award-winning recipes and
community special events.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 369 E. 17th Street
Portola Coffee Lab
949.284.0596
Stemming from a personal passion of roasting fresh coffee, chemistry
major turned aficionado Jeff Duggan created Portola Coffee Lab,
where you can watch premium “craft” coffees being 100% single-cup
brewed. Located in The OC Mix, Portola Coffee Lab is an OC hotspot
and partners with Theorem, a 6-seat tasting bar for those wanting
specialty coffee at the next level.
Open daily
3313 Hyland Ave.
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Rainforest Cafe
714.424.9200
A Wild Place to Shop and Eat!,® Rainforest Cafe offers signature
sandwiches, pizza, pasta, entrees and desserts served in a simulated
tropical rainforest with talking trees, rain showers, saltwater fish and
animated animals in the heart of South Coast Plaza.
Santa Monica Seafood
949.574.8862
For more than 70 years, Santa Monica Seafood has taken great pride
in being regarded as Southern California’s #1 seafood retailer. Over 30
varieties of fresh seafood are available daily. Choose to dine in or
take out. Try their famous clam chowder or daily fish fry specials.
Scott’s Restaurant & Bar
714.979.2400
This popular, award-winning restaurant is known for its quality dining
experience that is as famous for its classically prepared fresh seafood
as for its aged prime beef. Save room for a sumptuous dessert.
Happy hour Monday-Friday 3-6pm. Live entertainment Wednesday
through Friday evenings in the lounge.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Friday; Dinner: Saturday-Sunday
Banquet and Catering available. 3300 Bristol Street
Seasons 52
714.437.5252
Seasons 52 is a fresh grill and wine
bar that invites guests to discover the
sensational flavors of a seasonallyinspired menu and award-winning
international wine list in a casually
sophisticated ambiance.
All dishes are 475 calories or less.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
Shuck Oyster Bar
3333 Bristol Street
949.420.0478
As Orange County’s first oyster bar, its purveyors serve a selection
of oysters flown in daily from a variety of sources around the
country – some arriving in less than 24 hours. Choose a steaming
bowl of clam chowder or the delightfully rich grilled cheese.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
3313 Hyland Avenue
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DINING
Signature Kitchen at macy’s
714.513.3911
A brand-new restaurant concept for Macy’s Home in South
Coast Plaza. The first of its kind in the nation, Signature Kitchen
encompasses three casual eateries in an upscale food-court
environment. The three restaurants within the larger restaurant are
Cat Cora’s ‘Que, or CCQ; Marc Samuelsson’s Marc Burger; and
Nancy Silverton’s La Brea Bakery.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
3333 Bear Street
Silver trumpet restaurant & bar
714.442.8593
The dining destination located on Avenue of the Arts in Costa Mesa
features farm-to-table, New American cuisine in the center of the
vibrant arts district. At the heart of the restaurant’s culinary concept
is the restaurant’s strong commitment to supporting local farmers,
fishermen and purveyors, creating a market-driven, innovative menu
that defines culinary excellence. Just steps away from Segerstrom
Center for the Arts, Silver Trumpet is an ideal pre-or-post-show treat,
afternoon lunch spot or late-night cocktail location.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 3350 Avenue of the Arts
Skosh Monahan’s Steakhouse and Irish Pub
949.548.0099
Steaks, lamb, traditional American and Irish dishes are featured with a
full bar, happy hour, karaoke and late-night food service.
Daily from 4pm: Dinner/Late Night/Sunday from 10am
Taco Asylum
714.922.6010
Specializing in non-traditional gourmet tacos, Taco Asylum pulls from
a wide array of global cuisines, showcasing interesting ingredients
ranging from Mediterranean-style grilled octopus to East Indian-style
curried paneer. Unique tortillas, marinades and sauces are madein-house, from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients and
sustainable products from local vendors and farmers.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
2937 Bristol Street
Umami Burger
714.957.8626
Umami Burger is the art of creating that perfect
mouthful. It starts with the house-ground,
hand-formed patty infused with the Umami
Master Sauce. It builds with the carefully crafted
combination of toppings resting on the lightly
toasted and slightly sweet bun. It is amplified by
the vibe of the room, the energy of the community and the fine-dining
service with a California casual feel.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
2981 Bristol Street
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Wolfgang Puck Café
714.546.9653
“Live, Love, Eat”® —that’s the irresistible philosophy of renowned
Chef Wolfgang Puck. Stop by this exuberant, casual café and try
some favorite dishes, including legendary pizzas, sushi, signature
salads, fresh fish specials and personalized pasta dishes.
Yard House
949.642.0090
The Yard House experience includes a savory menu of American
fusion cuisine coupled with Asian influences. Daily selections include
appetizers, salads, designer pizzas, sandwiches, seafood, steaks
and pastas. In addition to the extensive menu, there is an endless
selection of draft beers. Valet parking is available.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 1875 Newport Boulevard
Z’Tejas
714.979.7469
The food is fresh, flavorful and innovative. Z’Tejas takes traditional
ingredients, spices and cooking techniques from around the South to
create a taste without borders. Options for semi-private dining up to
30 guests are available.
LATIN
AMORELIA MEXICAN CAFÉ
949.646.1422
Amorelia Mexican Café features colonial-style Mexican cuisine and
is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This intimate restaurant has
happy hour Tuesday through Friday and also offers Taco Tuesdays
featuring $1 “street tacos.” There is live music on Friday and Saturday
night with Flamenco and Latin Jazz bands.
2200 Harbor Blvd.
Avila’s El Ranchito
Avila’s, legendary for serving authentic
Mexican food, has earned a reputation
for treating you “like part of the family.”
Along with El Ranchito’s signature items,
you’ll enjoy a variety of new, light cuisine
selections.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 949.642.0209
2101 Placentia Avenue
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BAJA FISH TACOS
949.548.8587
Baja Fish Tacos was founded in Orange County, where people know
great tacos. Locals line up for the fresh chargrilled or blackened fish
tacos topped with spicy pico de gallo. Baja bowls with blackened fish,
chicken or shrimp over seasoned white rice are also a great option.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 171 E. 17rh Street
CAFÉ RIO 949.335.6800
Everything at Café Rio is prepared fresh each day including the
tortillas that are handmade while guests wait to order. Choose from a
selection of meat, vegetable, rice and bean options to create your own
burritos, tacos, tostadas and quesadillas. The sweet pork barbacoa is
Café Rio’s most popular item.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
253 E. 17th Street
EMPANADA’S PLACE 714.825.0100
Empanada’s Place brings a touch of Argentina to Costa Mesa with
homemade Argentine-style empanadas. Empanada’s Place serves
meat and vegetable empanadas along with sandwiches, salads, sides
and homemade flan casero for dessert. Empanada’s Place serves
other Argentine staples like Milanesa and Chimichurri sauce.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 3011 Harbor Boulevard
EL CHINACO 949.722.8632
El Chinaco represents the multicultural population of Costa Mesa with
authentic Mexican and Salvadorian dishes. Many customers return to
El Chinaco time and again for their homemade pupusas as well as the
off-menu sopes and guaraches. Their selection of aqua frescas is the
perfect complement to any meal.
El Corazon de costa mesa 949.650.0732
This Mexican eatery at The Triangle entertainment center is serving
cozy, homestyle Mexican fare in a vibrantly modern setting.
Enjoy open-air dining and cocktails on the patio and a dual-sided
indoor/outdoor fireplace.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 1870 Harbor Boulevard
EL TORO BRAVO 949.646.4266
El Toro Bravo creates some of the best and most authentic Mexican
food in Orange County out of a small, take-out only tortilleria in Costa
Mesa. Along with the delicious meats, poultry, rice and beans,
El Toro Bravo also make tortillas and chips that are so good, many
other restaurants in Orange County buy and sell them.
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Habana
714.556.0176
Orange County’s Nuevo Latino restaurant is reminiscent of Cuba in
the 1950s, and offers classics like ropa vieja and empanadas, red
and white sangria and an intimate, outdoor heated patio.
Daily: Lunch/Happy Hour/Dinner 2930 Bristol Street
Inka Grill
714.444.4652
Founder and executive chef, Ana Montoya-Ives, features a menu of
her Peruvian family recipes. Inka Grill is dedicated to bringing you the
flavors of Peru.
Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant & Bar
949.645.7626
Home of famous Gold Tequila margaritas, Mi Casa has been serving
customers for more than 30 years. This restaurant and cantina offer
fine Mexican food in a wonderful atmosphere to be enjoyed by the
whole family.
PUPUSERIA SAN SIVAR All of the dishes at Pupuseria San
Sivar are original Salvadoran recipes,
including the traditional and handmade
pupusas. The pupusas are thick corn
tortillas filled with a combination of
pork, chicken, cheese and refried
beans and are the most popular item
at Pupuseria San Sivar.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
Taco Mesa
949.650.2952
1940 Harbor Boulevard
949.642.0629
Taco Mesa offers healthy, authentic and innovative Mexican
cuisine made from only the freshest ingredients. No lard, MSG,
preservatives, coloring or other additives are used. This Zagat-rated
location takes pride in its commitment to the highest sanitation
standards, values and genuine hospitality. Taco Mesa was founded
by the Calderon family whose background consists of more than
150 years of restaurant experience.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 647 West 19th Street
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Wahoo’s Fish Taco
3333 Bear Street 714.549.0565
3000 Bristol Street 714.435.0130
1862 Placentia Avenue 949.631.3433
Founded by a Costa Mesa surfer and famous for its tacos, Wahoo’s
is a local favorite. Its Mexican dishes include fish, chicken, carne
asada, carnitas or vegetarian entrees, as well as sandwiches, soups,
salads, tacos and burritos.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
ITALIAN
Antonello Ristorante
714.751.7153
With its palazzo-like setting, delectable cuisine and exemplary
service, this award-winning restaurant is a perennial favorite with
Orange County diners. Seven private rooms, that accommodate 4-90
people are available. Top Rated Restaurant – Southern California
Zagat Survey.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Friday,
Dinner: Saturday 3800 S. Plaza Drive
ciao pizza deli 714.979.8669
Ciao Pizza Deli is a family-owned and operated restaurant that uses
fresh ingredients to create delicious homemade pizzas, calzones,
pastas and sandwiches. There is also a gluten-free option for pizza.
Ciao is great for lunch with daily specials on big pizza slices and hearty
sandwiches and for dinner with family meal deals. There’s just one
thing when dining at Ciao - don’t ask for ranch dressing with your pizza!
Tue-Sun: Lunch/Dinner 891 West Baker Street
ECCO PIZZERIA AND BAR 714.444.3226
Tucked away in a corner of The CAMP shopping center, ECCO serves
incredible Neopolitan-style pizzas made in a wood-fired brick oven,
pasta and salads. ECCO literally means “here it is” or “lo and behold,”
a testament to the quality of food and the confidence of the chef.
They have an extensive wine selection from southern Italy and also
small California producers.
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Finbars Italian Kitchen 714.641.3000
Check out this casual and cozy neighborhood restaurant featuring
New York-style pizzas, salads, pasta, chicken and seafood. Each
selection is based on three generations of family recipes with
generous portions at reasonable prices.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 901 S. Coast Drive
Garduno’s Ristorante Italiano
949.645.5505
Since 1988, Garduno’s has offered a unique dining experience with
their many Italian favorites. Their pastas are made fresh on the
premises daily and each dish is made to order.
HAUS OF PIZZA 714.751.8777
Operating from the same Costa Mesa location since 1981, Doria’s
Original Haus of Pizza offers daily specials for dine-in and takeout. Choose from customized fresh-baked pizzas with toppings like
eggplant or anchovies, Italian deli sandwiches and pastas.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
1500 Adams Avenue
IL DOLCE 949.200.9107
With award winning Neopolitan-style pizza and homemade pastries,
Il Dolce is a favorite among foodies. The husband and wife team of
owners have created a menu that incorporates cuisine from both
chefs’ backgrounds, with traditional and classic Italian food as well
as Argentinean dishes. All of the pizzas are prepared with homemade
mozzarella and hand-tossed dough in a wood-burning oven.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
Maggiano’s Little Italy
714.546.9550
Authentic, Italian-American restaurant
featuring chef-prepared dishes and premium
wines. Carryout, delivery and banquets
also available. Reservations online at
www.MAGGIANOS.com or by phone.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner Napa Valley Pizza & Pasta
3333 Bristol Street
949.574.7522
Traditional family recipes for food that tastes both homemade
and very delicious. Whether you are in the mood for pasta,
pizza, sandwiches or just happy hour appetizers, it is a great
neighborhood spot.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
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Nello Cucina
714.540.3365
Feast on pastas, seafood, meats and
Italian regional specialties; and refresh
yourself with cappuccino and a lush
dessert while you watch the world go
by at this lively trattoria in South Coast
Plaza’s west building.
3333 Bear Street
Daily: Lunch/Dinner Onotria
714.641.5952
Savor the gastronomy of renowned wine-producing regions with
Master Chef Massimo Navarretta’s signature menu rooted in quality,
tradition and personal expression. Chef Massimo grows his own
produce and herbs and has daily changing seasonal specials.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Friday;
Dinner: Saturday-Sunday 2831 Bristol Street
PITFIRE ARTISAN PIZZA 949.313.6333
A new addition to the Costa Mesa restaurant scene, Pitfire Artisan
Pizza creates handmade artisanal pizzas, pasta and paninis. With an
array of craft beers and a full bar, Pitfire is more than a traditional
pizzeria, it is a cultural gathering spot that represents the local
community.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Thursday
353 E. 17th Street
Pizzeria ortica
714.445.4900
Regional Italian featuring traditional Neapolitan pizza from a woodburning oven and a seasonally inspired menu of antipasti, housemade pastas and extensive wine list featuring wines of California
and Italy.
Lunch: Monday-Friday; Dinner: Monday-Saturday
650 Anton Boulevard
Quattro Caffé
714.754.0300
Quattro Caffé offers a stylish setting for a light meal. Dine on
superb dishes from Northern Italy and enjoy a glass of wine in
the heart of South Coast Plaza.
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Roman Cucina
949.645.5550
For over 10 years Roman Cucina has been serving authentic Italian
food in a comfortable and casual setting in Costa Mesa. From pizzas
to pasta, wine, martinis and specialty cocktails, Roman Cucina
offers a fun and filling time out. With evening specials like “Wine
Wednesday,” Roman Cucina is a great option any night of the week.
Daily: Dinner
Soprano’s 949.645.8515
The beautiful décor makes the atmosphere at Soprano’s cozy, yet
colorful. Their delicious Italian cuisine makes them a local favorite.
Lunch: Monday-Friday; Dinner: Daily 2400 Newport Boulevard
FRENCH
Champagne French Bakery Cafe
Crate & Barrel Wing 714.429.1502
Base of the Bridge of Gardens 714.427.0808
Les specialties include authentic quiche Lorraine or croque monsieur,
(a sensational sandwich of Black Forest ham, Swiss cheese and
béchamel sauce) and many other delicious menu items. Specialty
coffees, breads, cookies, decadent pastries and more are offered.
Le Chateau Garden bistro
714.549.0300
Unwind amidst fragrant flowers, lush plants and the sound of
cascading water from the imported tile fountain. Le Chateau, in the
Ayres Hotel & Suites, offers a warm and intimate setting with a wide
variety of continental cuisine as well as the finest service.
Leatherby’s cafe Rouge
714.429.7640
Joachim Splichal’s Patina restaurants are known for their delicious
cuisine and impeccable service. Their newest creation at the
magnificent Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall raises the bar
for luxury dining and pre-theater cocktails in Orange County.
Lunch: Tuesday-Friday; Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday 615 Town Center Drive
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Marché Moderne
714.434.7900
Top Zagat-rated chefs Florent and Amelia Marneau make Marché
Moderne’s French cuisine both urban and rustic. They use only the
freshest seasonal ingredients. Extensive wine selection by the glass.
This is the top-rated French restaurant in Orange County.
Pinot Provence
714.444.5900
Joachim Splichal’s restaurant in The
Westin South Coast Plaza features
Mediterranean fare inspired by the
countryside of Southern France in a
splendid setting, rich with antiques and
rustic elegance. Recognized by the James
Beard Foundation.
Monday-Saturday: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner;
Sunday: Brunch/Lunch/Dinner 680 Anton Boulevard
714.979.6700
Anjin combines the best in Asian cuisine
with emphasis on Chinese, Japanese and
Vietnamese. Popular dishes include seaweed
salad and kobe beef sliders. Expect a wait at
this local hot spot.
Lunch: Monday-Friday Daily: Dinner/Late Night
3033 Bristol Street
AnQi By Crustacean
714.557.5679
AnQi is a gourmet Chinese-fusion bistro at South Coast Plaza that is
a sister of the celebrity-patronized Crustacean restaurant in Beverly
Hills. Famous for their garlic noodles, the menu is broken down into
small plates and large plates. There’s a full noodle bar available during
the day and they offer a huge wine selection along with cocktails.
949.645.3259
With well done, minimal décor and a peaceful waterfall art installation,
the atmosphere in Diho Siam is extremely relaxing. For under $10,
you can get pad thai, soup and a beverage. The sauces with the
noodles, vegetables and shrimp come together to create a unique
taste. The yellow curry and mixed vegetable plates are full of
ingredients that are both flavorful and healthy.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 1835 Newport Boulevard
East Borough
Anjin
714.540.1888
Using only the freshest, healthiest and highest quality ingredients,
California Shabu-Shabu promotes healthy eating without
compromising on taste. Shabu-Shabu is a unique, fun and handson experience as guests cook their own food in a pot at their table.
“Shabu-Shabu” is derived from and translates to “swish-swish”
in reference to the sound created from cooking meat in the pot.
Specialties include homemade ponzu, goma and teriyaki sauces and
an assortment of daily-prepared condiments.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 801 Baker Street
Diho Siam Restaurant
ASIAN
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california shabu shabu
714.641.5010
East Borough is a casual eatery in the CAMP that offers classic
and French Vietnamese food. Items on the menu include Banh Mi
sandwiches, spring rolls, Bo Kho beef stew, Vermicelli bowls, salads
and pastries.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 2937 Bristol Sreet
GOLDEN DRAGON
949.642.7162
The Golden Dragon has been a dining staple in Costa Mesa for over 30
years. It has earned several awards for best Chinese restaurant in Costa
Mesa with its delicious pork spare ribs, Peking duck and more. Enjoy
the Mandarin-style dishes and also offers a full bar and banquet room.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
2023 Harbor Boulevard #A
Hamamori Restaurant - Sushi Bar
714.850.0880
Savor Chef James Hamamori’s signature dishes in pristine and
contemporary ocean themed décor, or sip on a refreshing cocktail
in the lounge, as he passionately crafts multi-course sushi creations
inspired by his heartfelt expertise to delight every palate. Hamamori
invites you to transcend and rediscover your inner gourmand.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 3333 Bear Street
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Hashigo Korean kitchen
714.557.4911
A local favorite, specializing in both unique and traditional tofu stews.
The varied menu also consists of Korean delicacies including beef,
pork, chicken and fish.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
3033 Bristol Street
KEN RAMEN
949.645.4052
Costa Mesa has a reputation as the best place in Orange County to
find authentic ramen. As a newer addition to the list of quality ramen
restaurants, Ken Ramen is a family-run establishment that serves
authentic ramen bowls as well as small sides. The menu may be
simple, with four ramen options – Shoyu, Tonkatsu, Tonkatsu-Shoyu
and Miso, but the flavors are anything but.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
562 W. 19th Street
KURA SUSHI
949.631.3200
Kura Sushi is known as the “revolving sushi
restaurant” because of the conveyor belt that
rotates freshly prepared sushi rolls through the
dining area. The 35 different types of sushi
rolls are monitored by computer chips to ensure
freshness. Noodle dishes and other entrees like
tempura and teriyaki plates are available.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
212 E. 17th Street
Masa sushi
949.515.1990
Leave your culinary experience to the skilled hands and imaginative
minds of the sushi chefs at Masa Sushi by dining omakase style. If
ordering off of the menu is more your style, fear not, as Masa has
a wide variety of both traditional and unique rolls. This tiny, holein-the-wall sushi restaurant across the street from The Triangle
has outgrown its “hidden gem” status through word of mouth, so
reservations are highly recommended.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
Oki Doki
714.540.2066
Featuring a menu of Asian cuisine, Oki Doki is a favorite among the
locals. The distinct menu offers albacore with fried garlic chips and
salad, fried croquettes and flounder with ponzu sauce.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Saturday 3033 Bristol Street
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SANTOUKA RAMEN
714.434.1101
With numerous awards to its credit, Santouka Ramen is highly
regarded as the best ramen in Orange County. Don’t be fooled by its
food court location inside of Mitsuwa Marketplace – the ramen is as
good as it gets. Enjoy the fresh-made noodles with toppings like fatty
pork, spicy miso and a boiled egg.
Daily: Lunch/Early Dinner
665 Paularino Ave.
Shunka949.631.9854
From fish shipped in from Japan to the fresh uni served in a shell,
Shunka prepares authentic sushi and sashimi out of this small locals’
hangout. To ensure the freshest possible fare, Shunka has tanks of
live spotted prawns and lobster in the restaurant. Choose from menu
items or dine omakase style. Shunka gets crowded, so calling ahead
of time is recommended.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
369 W. 17th Street
SUSHI IMARI
714.641.5654
This hidden gem has grown a reputation for its incredible hospitality,
amazing sushi and tasty udon soup. Sushi Imari also offers a range of
appetizers like calamari, gyoza and teriyaki, but is best known for its
garlic edamame. Japanese beers and sake compliment the fare, and
the waitstaff are known to throw in some freebies!
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
375 Bristol Street
tabu shabu
949.642.2660
Tabu Shabu is rapidly becoming a favorite amongst healthy eaters,
foodies and people looking for a fun and exciting night out. At Tabu
Shabu diners cook their own food at their table and are encouraged
to ignore what their parents taught them and “play with their food.”
Choose from a selection of broth bases, protein and rice to create a
delicious and health-conscious meal. A selection of wine, sake and
Japanese beer is available including 100 oz. beer tubes. Tabu Shabu
also has “bottomless brunch” and Sunday from noon until 3 pm with
bottomless sake.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
333 E. 17th Street
Vietnam’S Pearl
714.540.2212
In addition to great pho tai, spring rolls, vegetarian stir-fry, and
various kinds of chicken and sandwiches at extremely reasonable
prices, this cute hole-in-the wall restaurant doubles as a mini-mart,
offering Vietnamese goods like dried candies, cookies and crackers.
Vietnamese food is lighter and less spicy than Asian cuisine.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 1215 Baker Street
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WAFU OF JAPAN
714.641.7321
Wafu of Japan opened in 1999 and has been a favorite in Costa
Mesa ever since. Founded by sushi chef Hideto “Harry” Arimizu,
Wafu of Japan’s menu blends traditional Japanese fare with unique
creations and has a range of offerings from sushi and noodles to
teriyaki dishes and desserts.
Lunch: Monday-Friday; Dinner: Monday-Saturday 320 Bristol Street
Waiiha sushi & japanese dining
949.424.3321
Open for lunch and dinner, Waiiha Sushi & Japanese Dining offers
a variety of freshly prepared sushi rolls as well as sashimi, teriyaki,
sukiyaki, udon soup, salads and much more. Signature rolls include
the burrito roll with tempura shrimp, kanikama crab mix and avocado
with a special mayo sauce and the fire station roll with seared tuna
and jalapeno with spicy sauce on top of a vegetable roll. This sleek
restaurant adds to the eclectic gathering of eateries at The OC Mix.
Open Tue-Sat: Lunch/Dinner
3321 Hyland Avenue
Zipangu
714.545.2800
Zipangu is an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant, bar and lounge
offers two different menus to choose from: traditional, authentic sushi
including Omakase style and modern Japanese fusion cuisine.
Mediterranean/Middle Eastern/Indian
Darya Fine Persian Cuisine
F
B
714.557.6600
Your senses will feast upon Persian-inspired décor and mouthwatering
cuisine at this exotic restaurant. Sample delicious appetizers, aromatic
rice dishes and savory shish kebab. The upstairs is a beautiful location
for a special event or business luncheon.
Top Rated Restaurant – Southern California Zagat Survey
Daily: Lunch/Dinner 3800 S. Plaza Drive
Greek Town Grill
949.515.2788
Homage to lovely, lively neighborhoods of Greece that are rich in
culture and in spirit and taste. The Grill is committed to serving
healthier foods by using 100% natural beef and chicken plus
ingredients of the highest quality while honoring family recipes
passed down over the generations.
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Marrakesh
949.645.8384
Marrakesh is proud to provide you with the world’s greatest taste
experience in authentic Moroccan cuisine. Dine family style and enjoy
traditional sultry belly dancing shows.
Daily: Dinner 1976 Newport Boulevard
Orchid Persian Cuisine
714.557.8070
First was the Persian rug, then the Persian caviar, now Orchid,
the jewel of Persia, brings you the fine cuisine of Persia. The
combination of Middle Eastern & Mediterranean cuisine creates a
distinct flavor unlike any other.
Royal Khyber Fine Indian Cuisine
B
714.436.1010
Enjoy contemporary Indian cuisine featuring new interpretations plus
classics such as Tandoori and vegetarian dishes in an elegant setting.
Lunch: Monday-Friday; Dinner: Nightly; Sunday Brunch
1621 W. Sunflower Avenue
TANDOORI FRESH INDIAN
714.444.4407
Combining flavors of his native Pakistan and India, fused with a
California style, Tandoori Fresh owner and chef Sajjad Premjee cooks
traditional Indian fare to order. Try the customer-favorite chicken
tikka masala or the delightful saag paneer along with jasmine rice
and freshly baked naan.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday-Saturday
1500 Adams Ave. #100A
Vegetarian
AVANTI CAFÉ
949.548.2224
Meaning ‘forward’ in Italian, Avanti Café is a culinary philosophy
that combines traditional European and Asian fare with new, healthy
preparation techniques. Avanti Café features flavorfully dynamic
creations. Every dish is handcrafted and lovingly prepared from fresh,
local and mostly organic produce and food products. Avanti Café is
vegetarian, but offers a wide variety of vegan friendly plates. A diverse
selection of craft beers are available along with wine, teas and coffee.
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The Gypsy Den Café
714.549.7012
Known for its surroundings of antique mixed-and-matched furniture
and old tapestries draped ceiling to floor, this one-of-a-kind café in
the LAB offers everything from organic coffee to a healthy menu with
almost all recipes made from scratch, including bread and pastries.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch/Afternoon Coffee/Dinner
2930 Bristol Street
HAPPY FAMILY
714.668.9288
Vegetarians, vegans and Chinese food lovers unite at Happy Family.
With popular Chinese flavors and cuisine, Happy Family uses soy and
tofu as meat substitutes to produce flavorful dishes. The established
cooking techniques at Happy Family create dishes so tasty that even
die-hard meat lovers will be satisfied.
Daily: Lunch/Dinner
1400 Bristol Street
Milk & Honey
714.708.0092
Milk & Honey is the perfect place to catch up with an old friend when
you want to just grab a quick snack or a drink. The ambiance has a
cozy, authentic nature meets modernism vibe. They offer various teas,
shaved ice, açai bowls, frozen yogurt, coffee drinks and baked goods.
Native foods
714.751.2151
Native Foods has fused ethnic and vegan cuisine into healthy cooking.
Their talent is in artfully exceeding one’s expectations of vegetarian
cuisine. The menu features salads, sandwiches, pizza and signature
“hot bowls.”
118 Degrees
714.754.0718
Jenny Ross, founder of Jenny’s Raw & Organic pre-packaged
gourmet foods, owns 118 Degrees in The CAMP. Guests can sip on
a sampling of organic wines or try a slice of vegan pesto pizza, Thai
spring rolls, enchiladas or indulge in decadent treats like the lemon
pomegranate bars.
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blackmarket bakery
714.662.3095
Blackmarket Bakery pastry chef Rachel Klemek combines
traditional European techniques with exotic flavors, utilizing
homemade recipes to create delicious pastries, baked goods and
confections. Blackmarket’s reputation has grown over the years
and now boasts a cult following due to wild cakes and delectable
pastries like the mouth-watering chocolate and caramel black
widow tart.
2937 Bristol Street
Christopher Garren’s let them eat cake
714.445.0189
Known for its unbelievable designs and lavish creations,
Christopher Garren’s Let Them Eat Cake at the OC Mix is the place
for cakes that will be the lasting memory of any get together. The
cakes have gained such notoriety that the bakery was given its
own TV show, “Amazing Wedding Cakes,” on the WE network.
Let Them Eat Cake serves much more than ornate cakes, they
also feature an assortment of baked goods and sweets, as well as
salads, pastas, baguettes and artisanal coffees and tea.
Open: Tues-Sun
3321 Hyland Avenue
confetti italian ice
714.545.1175
Confetti Italian Ice has an ever-rotating line up with 16 Italian ice
flavors and 3 custard flavors. The most popular orders are the flavored
Italian ice combined with custard. When mixed, the custard and
flavored ice create a cool, creamy and refreshing treat. Confetti offers
a few suggestions on the best flavor combinations, and takes requests
and suggestions from customers on which flavors to offer next.
Open Daily
175 Baker Street
French’s cupcake bakery
949.642.0571
For over 30 years, French’s Cupcake Bakery has been serving
delectable treats from the same location on 17th Street in Costa
Mesa. French’s offers a wide range of cupcake flavors like
lemon blueberry, mimosa and key lime pie. Their specialty is the
snowcone cupcakes that are so soft, they are served with a straw.
Daily: Breakfast/Lunch
273 E. 17th Street
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nothing bundt cakes
949.642.2900
Nothing Bundt Cakes is much more than a clever play on words,
it’s the lifelong passion of two friends’ love of cake. They worked
tirelessly to perfect their recipe and use only real, natural
ingredients to create luscious cakes with delicious flavors like
red velvet, white chocolate raspberry, pecan praline, marble and
many more. The cakes come in various sizes, from the bite-sized
Bundtinis to eight and ten inch cakes to double-tiered cakes. The
cakes make for a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Open Daily
270 E. 17th Street
Queen’s bakery
714.540.9500
The Queen’s Bakery motto is simple; “we love making tempting, pretty
things for our friends to eat.” With this idea, all items are made from
scratch with no artificial flavors, no preservatives or trans fats. The
Queen’s Bakery specializes in baked goods like tiramisu, napoleons,
cream puffs, eclairs, macarons, cupcakes, cookies and specialty
cakes. Lunch items like sandwiches, paninis and salads as well as
coffee and tea are served. Everything is baked fresh daily.
Open Daily: Mon-Sat
2950 Gracie Lane
sidecar doughnuts
949.887.2910
Sidecar Doughnuts are handmade daily from scratch. Each day,
there are six regular flavors available with two additional special
flavors that rotate weekly. Sidecar only makes a limited amount
of doughnuts each day, so it’s best to come early. With incredible
flavors like birthday cake, lemon poppy seed, maple bacon, somoa
and rosemary, to name a few, these drool-worthy delights move fast!
Daily: Breakfast
270 E. 17th Street #18
coffee/tea
Cafecito Organico
949.791.7058
Los Angeles-based coffee haven brings its passion for coffee to
Costa Mesa with its only Orange County location. All of their beans
are sourced from chemical-free crops with farmers who maintain
humane working conditions. Cafecito Organico is also passionate
about sharing their love of coffee with monthly workshops. From the
manual drips to the hand-lever espresso machines, find your love of
coffee in this cozy spot in The LAB.
Open Daily
2930 Bristol Street
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milk & honey
714.708.0092
In a secluded corner of The CAMP, enjoy this cozy coffee shop with
a charming outdoor patio. One of the most popular menu items in
the lavender tea latte. For those looking for an extra jolt, the “dirty”
lavender tea latte comes with a shot of espresso. You’ll find various
teas, shave ice, acai bowls, coffee drinks and baked goods.
Open Daily
2981 Bristol Street
portola coffee lab
949.284.0596
Stemming from a personal passion of roasting fresh coffee, chemistry
major turned coffee aficionado Jeff Duggan created Portola Coffee Lab,
where you can watch premium “craft” coffees being 100% single-cup
brewed in an environment that makes you feel you’re in a chemistry
lab. Portola Coffee has become an Orange County coffee hotspot.
Open Daily
3321 Hyland Avenue
seventh tea bar
Find a staff who is knowledgeable about tea, and more than happy to
share flavor notes, profiles, and personal preferences about various
blends of tea. There is a selection of over 50 teas to choose from;
teas from all over the world are available ranging from loose leaf,
cured, fruit and herb infused, tea on tap, hot, iced and more
Open Daily
3321 Hyland Avenue
theorem949.284.0596
Theorem is the most inventive coffee
and espresso concept in Orange
County. Located in the OC Mix,
Theorem serves one-of-a-kind drinks
through reservations. Guests who
make reservations are treated to a
presentation-style 45-minute service,
like eating “omakase” style at a sushi restaurant, where the barista
serves a selection of drinks from his or her choosing. There is also a
walk-up service where guests can choose from an offering of creative,
daily a-la-carte specialties.
Open Daily
3321 Hyland Avenue
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SPORTS ARENAS
Honda Center
714.704.2400
2695 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim
www.hondacenter.com
Home of the Anaheim Ducks hockey team and site of many
concerts and other events.
Angel Stadium 714.940.2000
2000 E. Gene Autry Way, Anaheim
www.angelsbaseball.com
Home to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim baseball team in
addition to featuring other public events.
FAMILY FUN
Santa Ana Zoo
714.835.7484
1801 East Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana
www.santaanazoo.org
The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park is a 20-acre site specializing in
animals and plants of Central and South America. The Santa Ana
Zoo hosts more than 270,000 people annually. Joseph Prentice
donated land for the zoo with the stipulation that the city must keep
at least 50 monkeys at all times. The zoo maintains an extensive
primate collection with over a dozen species from around the
world. The Santa Ana Zoo focuses on recreation, education and
conservation. One of the most popular attractions at the Santa Ana
Zoo is the Zoofari Express children’s train.
Rich in venues, events and activities, this mecca for sun and fun has
something for every member of the family. Minutes away from the
Pacific Ocean, and just 35 miles south of Los Angeles, Costa Mesa’s
central location makes it an ideal “base camp” for exploring all that
Southern California has to offer.
Golf
Wineries
Spas
Amusement Parks
Scuba
Beaches, Rentals
& Surfing
Fishing
sports arenas
Family Fun
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Wilderness Parks/
Hiking & Mountain
Biking
San Diego Zoo & Wild Animal Park
619.231.1515
2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego
www.sandiegozoo.org
The Zoo is 100 acres in size and houses over 4,000 animals
comprised of more than 800 species from forests and jungles.
Visitors can walk along pathways, into aviaries and through
bioclimatic zones. There’s a 35-minute Guided Bus Tour along with
an Express Bus that stops at several locations to assist guests
in accessing different areas. The Wild Animal Park is located
approximately 35 miles northeast of the Zoo and spans 1,800 acres.
It cares for over 3,000 animals comprising more than 400 species.
They showcase herd-style animals from the plains and savannas
of Africa and Asia that normally roam together in the wild, such
as rhinos, giraffes and antelope. The Wild Animal Park is a unique
walking experience that exhibits animals in the most natural way
possible, adding shows and animal presentations throughout the day
for additional enjoyment.
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Aquarium of the Pacific
562.590.3100
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Take a journey of discovery through the world’s largest ocean at the
Aquarium of the Pacific. Dive right into the exhibits, explore sunny
Southern and Baja California, the frigid waters of the North Pacific,
and the colorful reefs of the tropical Pacific. Come face-to-face with,
and even touch, the ocean’s ultimate predators in Shark Lagoon.
Hand feed lorikeet birds. Go on a behind-the-scenes tour. Enjoy
Monsters of the Abyss, a film that combines stunning state-of-the-art,
3-D technology and digital animation to explore the deep ocean.
Ocean Institute
949.496.2274
2420 Dana Point Harbor Drive
www.ocean-institute.org
Guests are invited to explore a world where they are not just an
observer but one in which they ride the high seas aboard an historic tall
ship, record observations of marine mammals, observe sea creatures,
explore tide pools and learn the skills of a research scientist.
Discovery Science Center
714.542.CUBE
2500 North Main Street, Santa Ana
www.discoverycube.org
Lie on a bed of nails, play virtual volleyball and experience an
earthquake at Discovery Science Center, Orange County’s premier
science destination! Get in the game with Dino Quest – the world’s
first interactive dinosaur adventure – and continue your adventure at
home with Dino Quest Online. Easily recognized by its 10-story-tall
cube and 85-foot-tall delta rocket that tower over the 5 freeway,
Discovery Science Center features more than 100 interactive exhibits
designed to spark childrens’ natural curiosity. Annual events include
BubbleFest, Spooky Science, the Science of Gingerbread and special
summer exhibitions.
Balboa Fun Zone
949.673.0408
600 East Bay Avenue #R, Newport Beach
www.thebalboafunzone.com
For a fun day at the beach or a night out on the town, Balboa
Peninsula has something for everyone, whether it’s basking in the
sunlight on Balboa’s pristine beaches or exploring the sites of this
picturesque community. There’s the Balboa Pier and the Catalina
Flyer, a one hour boat-ride to Catalina Island. Other activities include
harbor cruises, whale-watching cruises, sport fishing, quaint shops,
great restaurants and, of course, the Balboa Fun Zone. Since 1936,
the Fun Zone’s ferris wheel has been a landmark on the Newport
Harbor scene, beckoning all to join in the fun.
The Queen Mary
877.662.7070
1126 Queen’s Highway, Long Beach
www.queenmary.com
The Queen Mary is a retired ocean liner that sailed the North Atlantic
Ocean from 1936 to 1967. After her retirement in 1967, she steamed
to Long Beach where she is permanently moored as a tourist
attraction. The ship offers several tours, nighttime attractions and
authentic dining opportunities.
Medieval Times
714.523.1100
7662 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park
www.medievaltimes.com
Medieval Times is an exciting, family-friendly dinner attraction
inspired by an 11th century feast and tournament. Guests are
served a four-course banquet and cheer for one of six knights as
they compete in the joust and other tests of skill. Expect lots of
jousting, swordsmanship, thrilling hand-to-hand combat, displays of
extraordinary horsemanship and falconry as part of an exciting yet
touching story set in Medieval Spain. Medieval Times also features an
excellent bar, dance floor, Hall of Arms displaying Medieval artifacts
and a Medieval Torture Museum.
Boomers949.559.8336
3405 Michelson Drive, Irvine
www.boomersparks.com
What could be more fun than boarding a bumper boat for a little
adventure cruise, satisfying your competitive edge in the batting
cages, playing laser tag, miniature golfing, rockwall climbing or
enduring high speed go-karts and kiddie go-karts for speed demons
under 58” tall? The huge, state-of-the-art gameroom contains a wide
assortment of arcade games. Lead your own starship battle group
into a deep-space shootout of cataclysmic proportions.
AMUSEMENT PARKS
Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure, and Downtown Disney
714.781.4565
1313 Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim
www.disneyland.com
Located steps away from Disneyland® Park is another world of fun
and adventure! Disney’s California Adventure® Park takes you places
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where only your imagination
could take you before. And,
of course, there’s plenty of
Disney-style fun just waiting to
be discovered in each of the
Park’s uniquely themed lands!
Don’t forget to check out the
Downtown Disney® District, a
wonderful gathering place for
spontaneous fun and nighttime
entertainment. With live music
and an amazing variety of
restaurants and shops to explore,
one can’t help but be happy and
in high spirits in this relaxed,
uniquely Disney atmosphere.
Knott’s Berry Farm
714.220.5200
www.knotts.com
What was once an actual berry farm is now 160 acres of world-class
rides, unique family shows and one-of-a-kind attractions. Experience
GhostRider, the world’s best wooden roller coaster, Supreme Scream
30-stories up, 3 seconds down and the high-octane thrill of Xcelerator,
rated the world’s best launch coaster, sending riders 0-80 m.p.h.
in 2.3 seconds. For a different type of thrill, stroll on over to Camp
Snoopy, home to the beloved Peanuts gang.
Knott’s Soak City USA
714.220.5200
www.knotts.com/soakcity
Offering more than 20 rides with a 1950s Southern California theme,
this water adventure park features single-rider, high-speed slides,
inner-tube slide flumes, a wave pool, lazy river rides and a children’s
pool and activity area. Opens summer only.
Legoland760.918.5346
One LEGOLAND Drive, Carlsbad
www.legoland.com/california
Legoland California is the only LEGO theme park in the US. Much of
this 128-acre theme park is constructed with LEGO blocks designed
as a “country just for kids” aged two to twelve, with rides including
a dragon roller coaster, attractions and mini-lands such as Ancient
Egypt, made from some of the 30 million LEGO blocks. The park
is steadily adding new attractions: In 2008 alone, the new Land of
Adventure, with first-ever “dark ride” Lost Kingdom Adventure, Cargo
Ace airplane ride and Beetle Bounce have been added.
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GOLF
The climate in this coastal community couldn’t be more invigorating.
A perfect combination of temperate
weather and beautiful scenery makes
Costa Mesa ideal for a multitude of
relaxing activities.
Orange County has vast acreage
devoted to open space where casual
walkers and avid hikers alike can
indulge their passion to enjoy the great
outdoors. If golf is your passion, that’s
available, too. Choose from many
outstanding, championship-quality
courses such as those listed below.
Costa Mesa Country Club 714.540.7500
1701 Golf Course Drive, Costa Mesa
www.costamesacountryclub.com
Yards: 6,547. Rating: 70.7. Slope: 117. Par: 72.
Costa Mesa Country Club welcomes tournament play daily. Groups up
to 24 may make advanced reservations. Tournament quotes include
green fee, cart fee and tournament fee. Tee prizes, food and beverage
and package plans are also available.
Pelican Hill Golf Club 800.820.6800
22651 Pelican Hill Road South, Newport Coast
www.pelicanhill.com
Ocean South: Yards: 6,634. Rating: 72.1. Slope: 130. Par: 70.
Ocean North: Yards: 6,856. Rating: 73.3. Slope: 133. Par: 71.
The Pelican Hill Courses contain 36 outstanding holes featuring
manicured fairways that appear to genuflect gracefully to rugged
arroyos. The golf shop features selections of preferred-name golf
apparel, headwear, accessories, equipment and gifts.
Strawberry Farms Golf Club 949.551.1811
11 Strawberry Farms Road, Irvine www.sf-golf.com
Strawberry Farms Golf Course combines the rural beauty and
tranquility of the surrounding area with the challenge of true
championship golf; it is the preferred course among corporate groups
and golf enthusiasts alike.
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Monarch Beach Golf Links 949.240.8247
50 Monarch Beach Resort Drive North, Dana Point
www.monarchbeachgolf.com
Master architect, Robert Trent Jones, Jr., has fashioned an intriguing
layout in the Scottish links tradition on one of the select few oceanfront golf courses in California. Commanding sweeping views to the
sea, this championship course offers an unending variety of play.
Quality and service are at the core of the golf experience at Monarch
Beach Golf Links which offers a full range of amenities for the
convenience of guests.
Tustin Ranch Golf Club 714.730.1611
12442 Tustin Ranch Road, Tustin
www.tustinranchgolf.com
Experience breathtaking scenery, sparkling lakes and cascading falls
at Tustin Ranch. This championship 18-hole Ted Robinson-designed
course offers private caddy service, a unique and popular amenity.
Included on the grounds are a full service clubhouse, restaurant,
wedding and banquet facility, pro shop, driving range, golf school,
group outings office and more.
SPAS
For total relaxation, Costa Mesa has a variety of spa experiences,
including Nordstrom, Chocolate Day Spa and Aveda Richard
Michael Salon. For unique male grooming, visit the 18/8 Salon or
Matador Alcove.
See spa listings at www.travelcostamesa.com/recreation
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BEACHES, RENTALS AND SURFING
With 42 miles of coastline, Orange County’s beaches provide
plentiful amusement for the entire family. Between Costa Mesa,
Newport, Huntington and Laguna, there are a variety of outdoor
activities and fun to be had at the beach. Newport contains the
largest small-craft yacht harbor in the United States, championship
golf courses and numerous aquatic recreational activities, from
kayaking in the Newport Back Bay to relaxing on a chartered harbor
cruise, to whale-watching or sportfishing. Huntington features one
of the largest recreational piers in the world, as well as public parks,
riding stables and equestrian trails, a marina, a wildlife preserve and
an eight-mile biking, inline skating, jogging and walking trail along
the ocean. Known for its miles of clean sandy beaches, working
artists and annual festivals, Laguna Beach is the perfect day trip
from Costa Mesa. Activities include boating, kayaking, jet skiing
and parasailing.
BALBOA BOAT Rentals 949.673.7200
510 East Edgewater, Balboa
www.boats4rent.com
Adjustable Sun Lounger (ASL) Pedal Boats: Sunbathe or sightsee
on the water in an easy-to-operate pedal boat. The standard pedal
boat seats two adults; the larger ones can accommodate four.
Duffy Electric Boats: Duffy rentals offer a quiet boating experience.
Cruising speed is five knots. The Duffy is perfect for enjoying the
harbor and its many sights.
Sailboats: More experienced sailors will enjoy the fine performance of
22-foot sailboats. Larger sailboat rentals come with auxiliary power.
Powerboats: Cruise the harbor in a six-passenger powerboat.
Waverunners/Jet Skis: Built to accommodate one or two people,
the single or double waverunner provides a thrilling water adventure.
An operator must be at least 18 years and passengers at least 16
years. A parent must accompany younger riders. Wet suits
are provided.
Kayaks: Classic sit-on-top kayaks offer stability. Deep seat wells
position paddlers so they can ride with ease. Life vests and paddles
are provided.
Parasailing: Parasail over Newport Beach for an amazing aerial view
of Orange County.
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Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Parasailing
Golden Lantern, Dana Point
949.496.5794
Embark from the southern end of the wharf and enjoy a tow outside
the jetty. Experience not required.
Catalina Passenger Service
800.830.7744
www.catalinainfo.com or
Catalina Express 310.519.1212
www.catalinaexpress.com
Crystal Cove State Park 949.494.3539
8471 Pacific Coast Highway. Laguna Beach
www.crystalcovestatepark.com
OC HELICOPTERS TOURS 949.851.6262
www.ochelicopters.com
54th and 56th Streets, Newport Beach
The waves here break quickly into mushy lefts and rights depending
on your location next to the rock jetties. Anything over three feet and
the wave starts to build in performance. Best board: shortboard.
Huntington Beach Pier, Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach is surrounded by several miles of breaks, with the
pier being the centerpoint. Good most of the year, the pier is better
in winter when the swells pump out double overheads. The waves
can be peaky and fast and often close out, but there’s always
a good spot. Huntington Beach is one of the largest and most
accessible surf breaks, hosting all
types of waves. Each can vary greatly
on the same day at different tides
and in different spots. Best Boards:
Longboard, shortboard, funshape.
The Wedge, Newport Beach
The Wedge is less a surf break than
a phenomenon. It’s a bodysurfing
break where waves crash off the
Newport Jetty wall and collide with
the natural wave swell to create a huge closeout face. The Wedge
is a bodyboarding or bodysurfing wave equivalent of a giant upward
thrusting movement that will leave your backside hurting if you
aren’t careful. Best board: shortboard.
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Laguna Beach
The striking coastal town of Laguna Beach is known worldwide as
an artists’ colony. Its picturesque and rugged California coastline has
inspired artists for decades. Each summer, Laguna Canyon hosts
the famous Pageant of the Masters tableaux vivant, the Festival of
Arts, the Sawdust Art Festival and the Art-a-Fair Festival. Laguna
is the perfect location to explore on foot. Boutiques, art galleries
and sidewalk cafés line the downtown streets. Historic Main Beach
features a vintage lifeguard tower overlooking an idyllic shore with
volleyball nets, basketball courts and a meandering boardwalk.
Newport Beach
The city is filled with miles of sandy beaches, the largest small-craft
yacht harbor in the United States, championship golf courses and
a variety of aquatic recreational activities, from kayaking in the
Newport Back Bay, to relaxing on a chartered harbor cruise, to
whale watching or sportfishing.
SCUBA
Divers and Shaws Cove / Picnic and Rockpile Beach
Located in North Laguna off the bluffs of Cliff Drive. This destination
includes scuba and snorkeling as well as a marine refuge area.
Glenn E. Vedder Ecological Reserve
Laguna Beach Underwater Park and
Tide Pools Natural Reserve Coastline of Heisler Park, Cliff Drive
www.lagunabeachlifeguards.com
A reserve for marine life, plants, game fish, shells and rocks, from
the north section of Main Beach to Diver’s Cove. This is a diver’s
paradise. Explore but don’t disturb or remove anything. Tide charts
are also available.
FISHING
Newport Landing 949.675.0550
309 Palm Street #A, Newport Beach www.newportlanding.com
Newport Landing has a huge selection of saltwater fishing trip lengths
and types to choose from. Though half-day trips, many people
regularly enjoy great fishing that result with giant white sea bass,
huge schools of barracuda, calico bass, sand bass and dozens more.
Day trips (7 am to 5 pm) include fishing in the legendary waters of
Catalina Island. Viewing hundreds of fish per trip is common.
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Bolsa State Beach
Bolsa chica wetlands
Bolsa Chica State Beach, located in Huntington Beach and extending
three miles from Sunset Beach to Seapoint Avenue, is a popular place
to surf and fish for perch, corbina, croaker, cabezon and sand shark.
Also popular in the summer is bare-handed fishing for California
grunion, a species that spawns on sandy Southern California beaches.
WILDERNESS PARKS/HIKING
& MOUNTAIN BIKING
Talbert Nature Preserve 949.923.2290
1298 Victoria Avenue, Costa Mesa
www.ocparks.com/talbert
The park is divided into six separate plant groups, identified as
“zones” and based upon the progression of plant groups and
changing conditions found along the Santa Ana River. The first zone
is designated “Intensive Use Area” and the plant material has been
selected based on use instead of its origins on the site. The second
zone, “Border Planting” is planted with vegetation designed to
maintain boundaries and screen the embankment of the GreenvilleBanning Channel. Another zone, the “Coastal Strand” consists of
gentle slopes and dunes, a habitat largely destroyed by the advance
of civilization in the area. The “Native Grassland” zone is the largest
zone in the park and provides opportunities for wildlife habitats. An
“Alluvial Woodland” zone contains a wide variety of plant and animal
life and is the most secluded area in the park. Finally, the “Wetland
Zone” consists of the southern 14.8 acres of the park and contains
elements of riparian woodland and mulefat scrub.
Crystal Cove State Park 949.494.3539
8471 Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach
www.crystalcovestatepark.com
This beautiful land features a stretch of coastal cliffs and a beachfront cove sandwiched between Pacific Coast Highway and the Pacific
Ocean. This trail provides a great opportunity for excellent loop-style
bike rides. The park is almost entirely fire-road with a few good
single-track exceptions.
Irvine Regional Park 714.846.1114
3842 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach
bolsachica.org
Bolsa Chica, along with the rest of Huntington Beach, has some of
the nation’s best birding! Nearly half of the birds found in the U.S.
have been seen in Huntington Beach. A fabulous 321 out of Orange
County’s 420 bird species were sighted here in the past decade. The
birds listed here have been spotted in one or more of the following
locations: The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Huntington Beach
Central Park, B.C. Regional Park, Huntington Harbor, Talbert Marsh
and the Huntington Beach Wetlands, Santa Ana River, Carr Park, flood
control channels and the nearby Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge.
WINE TASTING IN ORANGE COUNTY
Whether you select a River Valley California Pinot Noir or your
preference is for a refreshing white wine that captures Temucula’s
distinctive character, consider your glass full when your travels bring
you to Costa Mesa in OC. Here you’re in within a short drive of many
of the Golden State’s finest varietals, whether at a remarkable wine
shop right down the street, or just two hours away in one of Southern
California’s finest wine-producing regions, Wine Country in Temecula.
Wine Lab at the CAMP
714.850.1780
2937 Bristol Street, Coast Mesawww.winelabcamp.com
Wine Lab CAMP offers over 50 wines by the glass, tasting flights that
change weekly and educational and themed tasting events. Tasting
flights are 2 ounce pours of 3 (or more) wines. The ever changing
flights allow guests the opportunity to try something new. If you were
to taste each flight per week, you would experience over 500 wines
in a year! The Wine Lab is the only bar in Orange County to offer an
eight tap wine system which allows for higher quality wines at a lower
price and served at the perfect temperature. The Wine Lab works
directly with winemakers to source keg wines of amazing quality.
714.973.6835
1 Irvine Park Road, Orange
www.ocparks.com/irvinepark
Nestled among a grove of heritage oak and sycamore trees. The
rolling foothills surrounding the park are filled with a variety of wildlife.
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Anne’s Boutique Wines
THE ART OF
949.631.6627
270 E. 17th Street, Costa Mesa www.annesboutiquewines.com
Anne’s Boutique Wines hosts tastings each Thursday and Friday
evening and Saturday afternoon. Anne’s Boutique Wines constantly
changes its wine selection, so they do not post inventory online. Wine
tastings always offer a different theme like Value Wine Saturday, “Rosé
Wine Saturday” and “Flavors of Fall”. Saturday tastings are casual,
which means no-snobbery, just friendly people and great wine. Anne’s
Boutique is privately owned and specializes in small production wines
and hard-to-find wines. Most wines are priced under $30. Anne’s also
has a Wine Club that offers members further discounts on select wines.
Hi-Time Wine Cellars
949.650.8463
250 Ogle Street, Costa Mesa
www.hitimewine.net
Hi-Time Wine Cellars boasts a 3,000 square foot cellar, a selection
of over 10,000 wines and a wine bar. The wine bar is open every
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday for wine tastings and events.
Hi-Time also offers a beer tasting on the third Wednesday of every
month as well as sake tastings. Private groups can reserve the
wine bar for special events. Every Tuesday, Hi-Time features “Ten
Dollar Tuesday” where guests can taste up to five wines for just $10
between 6-8pm. Hi-Time specializes in French and American wines
and offers other selections from around the world.
Orange Coast Winery
949.645.0400
869 W. 16th Street, Costa Mesa www.orangecoastwinery.com
Orange Coast Winery is a new winery located in Newport Beach
which describes itself as an “Urban Micro-Winery.” Orange Coast
Winery opens its tasting room to the public on Fridays, Saturdays
and Sundays. Private tastings for larger groups are available Monday
through Thursday by appointment only. Several restaurant partners offer
no-corkage fee for all Orange Coast Winery wines. All Orange Coast
Winery wines are made from the finest grapes sourced from California’s
best wine regions including Paso Robles, Napa and Sonoma.
Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery
949.645.2200
2128 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach
www.nbwine.com
Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery is one of best kept secret
destinations in Orange County. Located on a private residence, there
are over 1,200 vines on the grounds, which produce up to five tons of
high-quality red wine grapes per year. Newport Beach Vineyards and
Winery has a 1,000 square foot wine cave where wines age for two
years in imported oak barrels. Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery
does not host public tastings, but groups of eight or more can make
reservations for private events. There are also botanical gardens, koi
ponds and an exotic bird aviary that provide a picturesque setting for
any event. Open for private groups by reservation only.
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DISCOVERY
Though many see California as young in comparison to the East Coast,
Europe and Asia, it is steeped in its own history and that of the world.
Here history buffs will find some of the finest traveling collections of
historical materials from around the globe, as well as historical sites.
Displays of classic, modern and ethnic art and the California Surf
Museum are sure to pique your interest, too.
Costa Mesa Historical Society Museum 949.631.5918
1870 Anaheim Avenue, Costa Mesa www.costamesahistory.org
Since its opening in 1981, the Costa Mesa Historical Society’s
Museum and Headquarters building has served as the repository
for local history items including natural and man-made objects,
photographs, maps, newspapers, periodicals, news clipping files and
much more. Open to the public every Thursday and Friday between
10am and 3pm or by appointment.
Diego Sepulveda Adobe
949.631.5918
Estancia Park, 1900 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa
www.costamesahistory.org/adobe.htm
This small adobe and the surrounding site preserve a colorful
segment of Southern California history. Long before the first
Spaniards came to California, Native Americans had settled on this
mesa. Important artifacts from this period are exhibited in the Diego
Sepulveda Adobe (the “Estancia”). Open to the public for tours on
the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from noon to 4pm or
by appointment.
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DISCOVERY
Bowers Museum of Art 714.567.3600
2002 North Main Street, Santa Ana
www.bowers.org
By promoting human understanding through art, Bowers remains
one of Orange County’s most visited and adored museums. From
Egyptian relics and Chinese sculptures to priceless gems and
Californian treasures, Bowers is known for its commitment to cultural
diversity as expressed though the vehicle of fine art. The Bowers
Kidseum is dedicated to providing a fun, educational and culturally
rich environment where imagination and creativity are not only
encouraged, but nurtured. The giant “multicultural closet” allows kids
to dress up like an Indian princess or a Mexican caballero. They can
also play instruments from across the globe, try on masks from a
variety of cultures or listen to languages from near and far.
Orange County Museum of Art 949.759.1122
850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach
www.ocma.net
As the premier contemporary art museum in Orange County, the
Orange County Museum of Art champions and interprets the art
and culture of our time for a diverse and changing community. The
unique works exhibited in the museum exude a sense of inquiry,
creativity and imagination within all people. This exceptional museum
is relocating to Costa Mesa in 2016.
Laguna Art Museum 949.494.8971
307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach
www.lagunaartmuseum.org
Focusing on regional art history and building upon Laguna Beach’s
unique artists’ colony, the Laguna Art Museum is dedicated to
exhibiting stunning paintings along with other mediums from all
periods of California art.
Muzeo 714.956.8936
241 South Anaheim Boulevard, Anaheim
www.muzeo.org
The Muzeo complex is a new museum and cultural arts center which
includes Anaheim’s original library circa 1908 and a new structure
with over 5,000 square feet of display room. The museum features a
variety of changing exhibitions throughout the year such as Chicano
Art & Soul.
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum 949.675.8915
660 East Bay Avenue, Newport Beach
www.nhnm.org
The Newport Harbor Nautical Museum is dedicated to preserving
and promoting the nautical heritage of Newport Harbor, southern
California and the eastern Pacific through stimulating exhibitions and
inspiring education programs pertaining to nautical arts, artifacts,
events and customs.
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Marconi Automotive Museum 714.258.3001
1302 Industrial Drive, Tustin
www.marconimuseum.org
First opened in 1994 by Founder Dick Marconi, this non-profit
automotive museum displays an impressive 30 million-dollar collection of
historic, exotic and classic cars. The collection includes, but is not limited
to, super bikes, open-wheel racing cars (both Formula 1 and Indy),
American muscle cars, vintage racing and high performance exotics.
International Surfing Museum 714.960.3483
411 Olive Avenue, Huntington Beach
www.surfingmuseum.org
The International Surfing Museum proudly reinforces Huntington
Beach’s reputation as Surf City, USA. In addition to classic surfboards
and historic memorabilia, the museum houses sections dedicated to
music, surf legends, such as Hawaii’s Duke Kahanamoku and the first
Endless Summer film including Bruce Brown’s original camera.
Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace 714.993.3393
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org
The birthplace of former U.S. President Richard Nixon has been
restored with attention to historical detail on the exact spot where his
father built their home. Most of the furnishings, including the bed and
piano, are original. The on-site museum is dedicated to educating
the public about the life and times of the 37th President encouraging
interest in history, government and public affairs.
Centennial Heritage Museum 714.540.0404
3101 W. Harvard Street, Santa Ana www.centennialmuseum.org
One of the best-kept secrets in Orange County, Centennial Heritage
Museum is a Victorian gem tucked away in west Santa Ana. The
historic plaza features several buildings from the 1890s set among
extensive gardens and citrus groves. Among these is the Kellogg
House, familiar to teachers and students throughout Orange County
as a favorite field-trip destination for nearly 25 years.
Little Saigon 714.903.6000
Westminster
Considered the cultural and commercial capital of Southern California’s
largest Vietnamese community. A favorite destination is the Asian Garden
Mall, a two-story, indoor complex with some 400 ethnic boutiques, specialty shops, restaurants and the largest jewelry center in Orange County.
Mission San Juan Capistrano 949.234.1300
San Juan Capistranowww.missionsjc.com
One of the original 21 California missions. Founded in 1776 by
Father Junipero Serra, it receives worldwide attention every March
19 when the swallows fly back to Capistrano on St. Joseph’s Day.
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THE ART OF
MEETING
OC Fair & Event Center
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
A variety of distinctive ambiances can transform any meeting or
special event into a memorable experience.
Whether you are planning a meeting or an event for ten or one
thousand people, Costa Mesa offers a variety of venues and services
to meet your conference and event needs. Costa Mesa offers fullservice hotels with breathtaking sunsets, award-winning performing
and visual arts, Southern California’s finest cuisine, a collection of
world-class shopping and attractions.
For your next event, consider our luxury hotels or select another
venue, such as: Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Tony®-Award winning
South Coast Repertory, beautiful universities and a rich selection of
Southern California’s finest restaurants, from fine dining to fast casual
and almost anything in between.
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714.708.1500
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
www.ocfair.com
Meeting/Event Venues:
Grandstand Arena: This 30,600 square foot venue contains four
grandstands with available seating for 7,000. The floor in this
open-air area is asphalt and contains an oval staging area and
grandstand lighting.
Memorial Gardens: 1,400 square foot indoor meeting space.
Park Plaza: This 28,800 square foot open-air area can
accommodate 180 10’ x 10’ booths.
Pacific Amphitheatre: This open-air amphitheatre is ideal for any large
event, with a 5,962-foot stage accommodating up to 8,500 people.
Parade of Products “Breezeway”: A 16,000 square foot area
of outdoor covered space. Consumer shows or banquets
accommodating up to 1,076 people, or theater style up to 2,243
people. There are 78 10’ x 10’ booth spaces available, as well as
26,600-watt-metal-halide lighting.
Main Mall: Over 24,000 square feet of open space on asphalt and
grass. Accommodating 144 10’ x 10’ booth spaces.
714.556.2787
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa www.SCFTA.org
This stunning performing arts complex is perfect to host a unique
meeting or wedding. There are four stages located in two buildings:
Segerstrom Hall, a fan-shaped theater with an orchestra level and
three rising tiers of seats, 3,000 seats; Founders Hall, an intimate
250-seat venue; Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 2,000
seats and multi-functional 500-seat Samueli Theater.
South Coast Repertory
714.708.5500
655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa www.scr.org
Renowned architect Cesar Pelli designed the George and Julianne
Argyos Stage, a 336-seat theatre. It has a proscenium stage,
mezzanine, balcony and box seats. SCR’s largest stage is the
Segerstrom Stage, a 507-seat newly renovated and technically
perfect theatre.
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714.540.7000
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County 714.557.3000
3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa
www.hiltonoc.com
The Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa hotel features 48,000 square
feet of state-of-the-art meeting and function space. The hotel’s
largest ballroom is the Pacific Ballroom, which encompasses 12,160
square feet. The expansive space accommodates up to 1,200 for a
reception and is one of the few meeting facilities in Orange County
that has car showcase ability. Additionally, there are two beautiful
outdoor settings, as well as two executive boardrooms for smaller
meetings. The Hilton Costa Mesa provides a complete business
center and high-speed internet access in public areas and meeting
space. Basic meeting room setup is complimentary.
www.ichotelsgroup.com
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County features over 9,000
square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space. Whether you’re
planning a corporate meeting or a social function, rest assured the
Crowne Plaza’s meeting and catering experts will serve your group of
10 to 500 with the utmost in professional attention. Equipment such
as podiums, microphones and white boards are just some of the
available equipment.
Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa The Westin South Coast Plaza 714.540.2500
686 Anton Boulevard, Costa Mesa
www.westinsouthcoastplaza.com
The facilities available at The Westin South Coast Plaza are the ideal
solution for meetings from 10 to 900 people, and flexible enough
to meet the needs of the small business or the large corporation,
with indoor meeting space of over 35,000 square feet. Over half
of their meeting rooms feature a view of South Coast Plaza or the
pool/waterfall area. High-speed internet access is available in all
meeting rooms and any audio/visual needs will be met quickly and
professionally by the presentation services company.
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa 800.554.2378
2642 Newport Boulevard, Costa Mesa
www.bestwesterncalifornia.com
The Best Western Plus Newport Mesa offers approximately 3,000
square feet of professional, newly renovated meeting/banquet space
for up to 100 guests. Each room is equipped to handle most audio/
visual needs and rooms feature individual climate control. The largest
banquet facility, the Oasis Room, is perfect for wedding receptions,
parties and other large functions. It has just been completely
renovated in 2012 and is set up as a three-room, open-banquet area
complete with bar, dance floor and open terrace.
Costa Mesa Marriott 714.957.1100
500 Anton Boulevard, Costa Mesa
www.marriotthotels.com
The Costa Mesa Marriott offers professional meeting planning with
over 3,200 square feet of meeting space to create intimate settings
to conference centers with cutting-edge technology and support
including high-speed internet, videoconferencing and more. They
also offer a step-by-step guide to planning your meeting and making
it a success.
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Residence Inn by Marriott 714.241.8800
881 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa
www.residenceinn.com/csmnb
The Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa has one meeting room
totaling 680 square feet of space with a maximum seating capacity
of 45. Residence Inn offers A/V equipment for your meeting or event,
and an A/V technician, electrician and decorator are available to
make your event worry-free. Access to overnight delivery and pickup
services as well as copy, fax and printing capacities are also available.
Ayres Hotel & Suites 714.549.0300
www.ayrescostamesa.com
Host your meetings, social events and banquets at the Ayres Hotel &
Suites, featuring over 12,000 square feet of attractive meeting and
event space for up to 200 people. The meeting facilities, including
several meeting and banquet rooms, offer a state-of-the-art
audiovisual system to meet your technology needs. The cobblestone
fountain courtyard and pool area are beautiful sky-lit venues for
banquets, weddings and receptions. Le Chateau Restaurant and the
unsurpassed catering team will create cuisine full of flavor and flair!
Avenue of the Arts Wyndham Hotel
714.751.5100
3350 Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa
www.avenueoftheartshotel.com
The Avenue of the Arts Wyndham Hotel hosts events from intimate
corporate retreats to large business conventions of up to 250
people. You can expect flexible spaces, state-of-the-art facilities,
and audio-visual support featuring wired and wireless connections,
perfect for a meeting in Costa Mesa. They offer 6,800 square feet
of event space, with the smallest event room accommodating up
to 10 people in a permanent boardroom setting. The largest event
room is 3,456 square feet and can accommodate up to 250 people
for a banquet, and for a more serene meeting or dining reception,
break the barrier of four walls and extend your meeting outdoors
along the beautiful lakeside.
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ACTIVITIES
ROCKREATION THE ART OF
714.556.7625
1300 Logan Avenue, Costa Mesa www.rockreation.com
With 12,000 square feet of sculpted climbing terrain, Rockreation is
Orange County’s best climbing gym. It features top ropes with many
varying angles and 1/3 of the gym is dedicated to bouldering. This
indoor climbing gym is a great way to “learn the ropes,” and provide
everything you need, including instruction.
ROYAL AVIATION NIGHTLIFE
714.557.7174
3000 Airway Avenue #100, Costa Mesa www.royalaviation.net
Ever wanted to fly your own plane? Royal Aviation, based at John
Wayne/Orange County Airport, offers aircraft charter rentals, aircraft
leasing, flight classes and certification programs for pilots. Soar into
the sky with a personal instructor and experience the thrill of a lifetime
flying an airplane.
Hornblower Cruises & Events
949.646.0155
2431 W. Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach
Hornblower offers the most diverse fleet in the world, from classicstyle yachts to sleek modern cruisers, to provide guests the perfect
setting for any size event or celebration.
Pacific Avalon Yacht Charters
949.673.8545
2901 W. Pacific Coast Highway #160, Newport Beach
www.pacificavalon.com
Yachts are available for annual meetings, award recognition
ceremonies, incentive dinners or gala banquets. The Royal Princess
is a 100’ Luxury Yacht, accommodating up to 149 people. The
Ambassador is a 128’ Luxury Yacht, accommodating up to 150
people. The Majestic is a 150’ Luxury Yacht, accommodating up
to 400 people.
OC’s diverse nightlife offers something
for just about everybody.
Looking to have a good time? OC’s diverse nightlife agenda offers
something for just about everybody. Within minutes of South Coast
Plaza alone, there’s a multitude of great places with the promise of an
enjoyable evening. Find a fun night of dancing, side-splitting comedy,
pool playing, enjoying live music or karaoke, or just relishing a cold
beer or fine wine and enjoying delicious food.
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Live DJ Live Music Happy Hour Specials Dancing Open Mic/Karaoke Comedy Billiards
Detroit Bar 949.642.0600
843 W. 19th Street, Costa Mesa
www.detroitbar.com
A casual but ultra-hip place to
hang out, drink and be seen
grooving or toe tapping to local
indie rock musicians or DJs.
Durty Nelly’s 714.957.1951
2915 Redhill Avenue #6101, Costa Mesa www.durty-nellys.com
This Irish pub has a great name and a happy atmosphere that feels
like a pub in 19th century Dublin. The polished brass and wood
paneling add to the authenticity. Durty Nelly’s has a full selection of
Irish beers and serves traditional pub fare.
Tin Lizzie Saloon 714.966.2029
1752 St. Clair, Costa Mesa
Tin Lizzie Saloon is Orange
County’s premier gay bar
attracting a wide variety of
guests due to its cozy and
welcoming atmosphere. Tin
Lizzie is popular with locals and
out-of-towners alike who come
to mingle and indulge in mixed
drinks, fine wines and liqueurs.
Corner Office www.tinlizziesaloon.com
714.546.8580
891 Baker Street, Costa Mesa www.kitschbar.com
The bar’s plush round chairs, dim lighting and
real candles make it an ideal place for drinking
and conversation. Live music nightly.
Mesa 714.557.6700
725 Baker Street, Costa Mesa www.mesacostamesa.com
Mesa attracts a chic Orange County crowd with an adventurous
small-plate cuisine and creative cocktails in a modern lounge
atmosphere. Unique architecture with an open-air retractable roof.
Pierce Street Annex 949.646.8500
330 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa www.piercestreetonline.com
Pierce Street Annex opens at noon and stays open until 2am daily.
Drink prices are rated the fairest in Orange County for any club that
is sizeable and provides music and dancing.
WILD GOOSE TAVERN 949.722.9453
8436 E. 17th Street, Costa Mesa
www.goosebar.com
Located in the bustling local neighborhood of 17th Street, this
charming watering hole opened in 2012 serves a menu of gourmet
sausages, burgers and interesting sides, such as sweet potato tater
tots topped with goat cheese. Choose from one of 8 craft beers on
tap or 16 different bottled beers in this retro-themed hunting lodge
bar with a modern twist.
Shark Club 714.751.6428
714.979.9972
580 Anton Blvd., Suite 201, Costa Mesa
www.cornerofficesportsbar.com
Corner Office is a sports bar and grill with 23 televisions, 14 beers
on tap, 18 bottled beers and a full menu. Located in the Lakes
Pavilion Center, Corner Office is a great place to catch a game or
enjoy a view of the lake on the patio. Happy Hour every Monday
through Friday from 4-7pm with drink specials and complimentary
chips and salsa.
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Kitsch Bar VISIT TR AVELCOSTAMESA .COM
841 Baker Street, Costa Mesa
www.sharkclub.com
Comfy lounge area, billiards, awesome smoking patio and DJs
with a huge dance floor. This popular club attracts an upscale, hip
crowd. There are 27 pool tables and a 2,000-gallon shark tank.
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Sutra Lounge THE ART OF
949.722.7103
1870 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa
www.sutrabar.com
Intriguing Moroccan-themed club in the Triangle with two dance floors
and three bars. Find Orange County’s hottest DJs and even nationally
known guest spinners like Dash Berlim and Markus Schulz.
HOSPITALITY
Saddle Ranch Chop House 1875 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa
www.srrestaurants.com
The concept at Saddle Ranch Chop House is “rock meets western.”
Saddle Ranch has been featured on many television shows and
movies and is the centerpiece for the newly remodeled entertainment
center, The Triangle. Saddle Ranch offers steaks, daily brunch and an
extensive drink menu. It’s a destination restaurant where guests can
look forward to Western props and memorabilia, saloon girls and of
course - the mechanical bull!
Black Knight Gastro lounge The Triangle
www.blackknightgastrolounge.com
A re-opening for the former Little Knight, the long-time Costa Mesa
local watering hole that closed to move locations to the remodeled
center, The Triangle. Now you’ll find it to be an upscale bar and lounge
with their famous tacos and other great bites, along with wood-fired
pizzas (including a take-out window) by Olive Branch Pizza.
Commissary Lounge 714.557.1861
2930 Bristol Street
www.commissarylounge.com
Enter the Commissary Lounge through a semi-hidden black door at
the back of The LAB. The Commissary Lounge attracts a local crowd
with good music, live performances and serves mainly beer with a
few soju-based cocktails. The black walls, dim lights and metal bar
add a little mystery to the secretive Commissary Lounge.
We Olive 949.284.0609
3313 Hyland Ave.
www.ocmix.weolive.com
As a purveyor of fine olive oil, We Olive pairs olive oil, artisanal
cheeses and California wines together to create the We Olive Wine,
Olive and Olive Oil Tasting Bar. The bar is open during regular
store hours and for special events. Guests receive free olive oil and
balsamic vinegar with a glass of wine at the bar. Its mission is further
the guests’ experience through the finest wines and olive oils.
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Whether your travel to Orange County requires a luxury experience or
an economy stay, Costa Mesa offers a hotel for every budget. Nine
of Costa Mesa’s hotels offer complimentary hotel shuttle service
to and from John Wayne/Orange County Airport to make your stay
convenient, comfortable and memorable.
Look at our distinct hotels for your next visit to Southern California.
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HOSPITALITY
WYNDHAM HOTEL
Invigorated by modern elegance and chic style, the Avenue of the Arts
Wyndham Hotel exudes a stylish, urban ambience. Located in the
hub of Orange County’s Theater and Arts District, the hotel’s tranquil
lakeside atmosphere provides a relaxing world of artistic elements –
right in the excitement of the city.
The hotel offers a selection of prestigious accommodations, dining
experiences, recreational activities and business facilities. With 238
guest rooms and suites, you’re invited to enjoy its year-round heated
outdoor pool and whirlpool, jogging trails, onsite fitness room, all on a
peaceful lakeside location.
This hotel features 6,800 square feet of flexible meeting space. The
event rooms range from an Executive Boardroom that comfortably
seats 15 people to a 3,456-square-foot Grand Ballroom that
accommodates up to 250 people for a banquet.
A symphony of flavors, seasonally driven menus and the art of
hospitality await you at the brand new Silver Trumpet Restaurant and
Bar. Discover a bold new explosion of culinary delights for breakfast,
lunch, happy hour and dinner.
This charming French Provincial-inspired inn features a cobblestone
courtyard that is reminiscent of a French village square with outdoor
dining service, plus beautifully landscaped gardens and a central
cascading water fountain. This centrally located property with 284
deluxe guestrooms and suites offers all the guest amenities expected
of a full-service hotel.
Relax in European-style rooms and suites with deluxe amenities
including complimentary high-speed Internet, a refrigerator and a 32”
flat-screen TV. Suite rooms have jetted tubs and the Ayres Dream
Sleeper™ bed.
Get revitalized in the fitness studio. Stay connected in the business
center and 12,200 square feet of meeting and event space.
Feel the elegance of this flagship property with marble fireplaces,
antiques, flowers, oil paintings and tapestries. Relax by the fountain,
with its cobblestone courtyard and lovely gardens, or by one of two
outdoor, heated pools or whirlpool spas.
This hotel offers complimentary shuttle to and from John Wayne/
Orange County Airport.
Offering food with an international flair, Le Chateau Garden Bistro
combines flavors and dishes from around the world ensuring every
palate is pleased. Delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options are
available right outside your guestroom.
3350 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa
714.751.5100
www.avenueoftheartshotel.com
325 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa714.549.0300
www.ayrescostamesa.com
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COSTA MESA ORANGE COUNTY
Ideally situated less than 5 miles from John Wayne Airport, the Best
Western Plus Newport Mesa is the perfect choice for your stay in
Costa Mesa - just minutes from the Orange County Fair and Event
Center, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, South Coast Plaza, Balboa
Island and Newport Beach.
Be delighted upon your entrance to this beautiful lobby featuring
marble floors, ornate chandeliers and grand spiral staircase.
The Best Western Plus Newport Mesa boasts 97 well-appointed
guest rooms and suites featuring cable satellite television with HBO®
and free wireless high-speed Internet access. Start each morning off
with a complimentary full American breakfast featuring homemade
waffles, eggs and French toast.
Additional hotel amenities include an outdoor heated swimming pool,
hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, a courtesy airport shuttle to and from
John Wayne/Orange County Airport, business services and meeting
facilities accommodating up to 100 guests.
Indulge in a boutique experience at Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange
County. With contemporary style and a modern vibe that’s warm and
relaxed, Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County offers a unique stay
in the heart of Costa Mesa. It’s within walking distance to South Coast
Plaza and Segerstrom Center for the Arts and has convenient access
to the 405 freeway and John Wayne Airport. Crowne Plaza Costa
Mesa Orange County is ideal for leisure visitors and business travelers.
Enjoy one of the trendiest restaurants and bars in Costa Mesa with
bronze leather chairs, amber low lighting and tantalizing entrees.
Each of the 228 rooms are equipped with spacious work desks and
modern amenities like 37-inch wide screen televisions, Keurig coffee
makers and rainwater showerheads and contemporary furnishings.
Other amenities include free Internet access, free parking and
complimentary airport shuttle to John Wayne/Orange County Airport.
Whether you are looking to lounge by the pool, or exercise in the
fitness center, Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County has luxuries
to fit any lifestyle. Guest laundry is also available.
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County welcomes dogs under 20 pounds.
2642 Newport Boulevard, Costa Mesa 800.554.2378
www.bestwesterncalifornia.com
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3131 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa 714.557.3000
www.ichotelsgroup.com
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Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa features 48,000 square feet of
state-of-the-art meeting facilities, plus 486 guest rooms including
12 luxury suites. Guests will enjoy spacious rooms with either a king
or two queen bed types featuring the Hilton Serenity Collection®,
along with usable workspace that creates a room designed for both
business and pleasure.
Minutes away from John Wayne Airport, fine beaches, world-class
shopping and fine dining, as well as walking distance from the Orange
County Fair & Event Center and The Triangle entertainment center,
the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is the perfect location for the
business and leisure traveler.
Nestled in a sunlit seven-story atrium beneath four 32-foot-tall
petrified palm trees, the hotel’s highly regarded Bristol Palms
California Bistro and Bar proudly features its signature “California
Rim” cuisine, depicting the flavors of the Golden State’s many vibrant
cultures and epicurean influences.
All guestrooms are spacious and feature suite-type amenities such
as a wet bar area with microwave, refrigerator and coffeemaker,
and a work desk area, a separate telephone with voicemail and
complimentary high-speed Internet access. Included with your stay
are a complimentary, appetizing Express Start® deluxe breakfast,
daily coffee and warm chocolate chip cookies in the lobby.
All guest rooms provide first-class amenities, such as highspeed Internet access and two-line phones. Executive Level
accommodations feature additional luxuries, such as leather recliners,
terrycloth robes and access to the Executive Lounge, which includes a
private concierge, deluxe continental breakfast and evening cocktails.
Whether you’re working in the Orange County business district or
exploring the endless shops, restaurants and beaches of nearby
Newport, this westside Costa Mesa hotel is the perfect base for your
Southern California travel.
This hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to and from John Wayne/
Orange County Airport. Pets are welcome.
3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa 714.540.7000
www.hiltonoc.com
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2070 Newport Boulevard, Costa Mesa 949.631.6000
www.hiecostamesa.com
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“The Art of Suite Living embodied by Lakeview Vistas.” Costa Mesa
Marriott is located in the heart of Orange County’s culture. On center
stage, the hotel is encircled by South Coast Plaza, Segerstrom
Center for the Arts and a tranquil lake environment. This signature
and sophisticated destination includes fine dining, world-class
shopping and entertainment. Costa Mesa Marriott is also centrally
located to the OC Fair and Event Center and pristine beaches.
Costa Mesa Marriott is an all-suite hotel with 253 luxurious guest
rooms that feature French doors separating living from bedroom
space as well as a pull-out sofa bed, step-out balconies, 2 HD
flat-screen TVs, oversized marble bathrooms and luxurious bedding
comforts that include pillow-top mattresses, crisp white linens and
fresh feathery duvets. Each suite includes a wet bar with refrigerator
as well as wireless HSIA access.
Relax and unwind in the heated pool, whirlpool & cabanas. The
smart lobby is equipped with an “internet bar,” overlooking a
breathtaking lake that inspires the travelers in accomplishing
business goals in a serene environment.
The restaurant and lounge environment captures the essence
of recharge and relaxation. Costa Mesa Marriott provides a
complimentary business center and wireless HSIA in the lobby. John
Wayne/Orange County Airport is only 2 miles from Costa Mesa
Marriott and the hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle service.
The Ramada Inn and Suites Costa Mesa/Newport Beach has the
perfect location plus comfortable and well-appointed guestrooms
and suites for the business and leisure traveler. The hotel is located
minutes from the beach and world-class shopping and dining at
South Coast Plaza.
Ramada Costa Mesa is located just off the lively bustle of Newport
Boulevard, steps from a variety of restaurants, bars and boutique
shops. All guestrooms are spacious and feature a blow dryer, iron,
ironing board, coffeemaker, work desk, in-room safe, voicemail,
refrigerator and complimentary wireless, high-speed Internet
access. All suites also have a microwave. Enjoy the convenience of a
mini-kitchenette and spacious desk to give you all the business and
personal comfort you require. Workout in the indoor fitness center and
relax in the heated outdoor pool.
Start and end your day off right with breakfast or dinner and a drink at
the onsite restaurant, the Sunset Grille.
1680 Superior Avenue, Costa Mesa 949.645.2221
www.ramadanewport.com
Additional amenities include a gift shop, laundry facilities and an
onsite 24-hour fitness center. Pets are welcome.
500 Anton Boulevard, Costa Mesa 714.957.1100
www.costamesamarriott.com
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Located just minutes from the John Wayne Airport, South Coast
Plaza and the Orange County business district, the Residence Inn
by Marriott is right in the heart of Costa Mesa’s SoBeCa district.
Each oversized guest suite is at least 25% more spacious than the
typical hotel room, designed to fully accommodate your lifestyle. All
suites include a spacious living and sleeping area with a comfortable
work desk. The kitchen is fully equipped with a refrigerator, range,
microwave, oven, cooking utensils and a coffeemaker.
Amenities include a complimentary hot breakfast buffet served daily,
hospitality hours with a dinner buffet Monday through Wednesday,
high-speed internet access, parking near each suite, grocery
shopping service, Sport Court®, guest BBQ pavilion and a fitness
center. Also included is a complimentary shuttle service within 5
miles of the hotel, including service to John Wayne/Orange County
Airport, South Coast Plaza and the Orange County Fairgrounds.
This extended-stay hotel offers a warm, engaging staff ready to
make your visit a comfortable and enjoyable one whether you are a
leisure guest or a business traveler. Pets are welcome.
881 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa 714.241.8800
www.residenceinn.com/csmnb
Inspire your senses at The Westin South Coast Plaza. Discover a
host of new instinctive, personal sensory experiences including
music, lighting, even aromatic and botanicals – all intended to
soothe and stimulate.
Unwind in the spacious, luxurious guestrooms featuring the Westin
Heavenly Bed,® flat-screen televisions and the signature Westin
style. Keep your workout routine in check with WestinWORKOUT®
Fitness Studio, where you can look out over the peaceful pool area
as you keep fit. Or, take your game outside and enjoy the tennis
courts, which boast an exhilarating view of the city. Let the Business
Center connect you to instant productivity, 24 hours a day.
Experience Southern French cuisine at Pinot Provence that will
inspire anyone to slow down and savor a mouthwatering dinner,
while a cascading waterfall attracts guests to the popular Lobby
Lounge, with its signature cocktails and inviting ambiance. Stay
energized en route to your next meeting with a sandwich or cup of
coffee from Grab-n-Go.
With 35,000 square feet of versatile space and superior service, The
Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa is an unbeatable choice for
all types of meetings and events.
Orange County Airport. Pets are welcome.
686 Anton Boulevard, Costa Mesa714.540.2500
www.westinsouthcoastplaza.com
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LOCAL PARKS
VISIT A COSTA MESA PARK!
Fairview Park
Fairview Park serves as a wildlife
nature park that is popular for
horseback riding, hiking, walking,
running and biking. With direct
access to the Santa Ana River bike
trail, access to the Pacific Ocean
is less than 2 miles away on the
auto-free thoroughfare. The large
park also offers large grassy and
open areas, as well as secluded alcoves for tranquil relaxation.
TeWinkle Park
TeWinkle Park is a small, but beautiful park near the fairgrounds. The park
features many amenities like basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds,
barbecues and a greenbelt. The most popular feature of the park is the
serene lake and waterfall. Costa Mesa’s dog park, the Bark Park, is also
located in TeWinkle Park. The park was named after a Charles TeWinkle, the
first elected mayor of Costa Mesa.
Talbert Regional Park
Talbert Nature Preserve acts as a
wildlife refuge, botanical garden and
exceptional recreational facility. The
preserve boasts over 200 acres of
space with over 9 different hiking trails
stretching nearly 3 miles. The park is
separated into 6 different plant groups
that represent the changing conditions
found along the Santa Ana River Trail.
There is direct access to the Santa Ana River trail from within the preserve.
With the Pacific Ocean only a mile from the preserve, the park is a favorite
among bikers, hikers and nature enthusiasts alike.
Estancia Park
Estancia (Spanish for “cattle ranch”) Park once served as a grazing pasture
and hitching post for cattle belonging to the Mission San Juan Capistrano.
The park is named for the Estancia Adobe, sometimes referred to as the
Diego Sepulveda Adobe, which formerly housed ranch cattle-drivers for the
mission. Today the park sits on a 210-acre bluff that overlooks the Santa
Ana River. With picnic areas, athletic facilities and barbecues, Estancia Park
is a local favorite.
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GETTING
AROUND
Here’s some helpful information to get you to and around Costa Mesa.
John Wayne/Orange County Airport: 949.252.5200 or www.ocair.com
AIRLINES
Air Tran Airways______ 800.247.8726 Interjet_____________866.285.9525
Alaska_____________800.426.0333 Southwest __________800.435.9792
American___________800.433.7300 United _____________800.864.8331
Costa Mesa Conference
& Visitor Bureau
575 Anton Boulevard, Suite 880
Costa Mesa, California 92626
Delta______________ 800.221.1212 U.S. Airways Express__800.428.4322
Delta Connections____ 800.221.1212 WestJet____________888.937.8538
Frontier____________ 800.432.1359
Approximate driving times to Costa Mesa from area airports
Many of the Costa Mesa hotels provide complimentary transportation to
and from the airport.
John Wayne Airport (SNA): 5 min
Los Angeles International (LAX): 45 minutes
Long Beach Airport (LGB): 30 minutes
Ontario International (ONT): 45 minutes
San Diego International (SAN): 80 minutes
Toll free: 888.588.9417
Fax: 714.668.9350
Email: [email protected]
Total driving times
from these various
airports depend on the
time of day/night you
are traveling.
TRAINS
Amtrak 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245)
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
Her Majesty’s Ride_________________________ 714.444.4463
Prime Time Shuttle_________________________ 800.733.8267
Super Shuttle_____________________________ 800.258.3826
AUTOMOBILE RENTALS
Alamo__________________________________ 800.462.5266
Avis___________________________________ 800.230.4898
Budget_________________________________ 800.527.0700
Enterprise_______________________________ 866.502.1260
Hertz__________________________________ 800.654.3131
National________________________________ 800.227.7368
SNA Auto Rental__________________________ 877.342.4477
Thrifty _________________________________ 800.847.4389
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