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where Orange County Spring 2013 the guide 30 DINING Restaurants by cuisine and neighborhood

47 ENTERTAINMENT Special events, performing arts and sports

48 ATTRACTIONS + MUSEUMS Theme parks, activities and exhibitions

52 SHOPPING Retail destinations

53 GOLF The county’s best courses

54 BEACHES + PARKS Paradise found

57 NIGHTLIFE Hottest clubs, lounges and bars

58 TOURS + TRANSPORT Getting out, getting around

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8 Dining Seventh Tea Bar at OC Mix Landmark, Blackmarket, ReMark’s Fine Fast-Casual

14 The Buzz on Bands The county builds on its amazing musical legacy with these acts recognized at the O.C. Music Awards.

BY PAMELA CHELIN

10 Out and About Billy Elliot and Eifman Ballet Lucy fossil at Bowers Museum Richard Nixon Centennial

18 Stop Inn! The new taverns are culinary way stations; food and drink get their due.

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ALSO INSIDE 5 A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR 7 HOT DATES Rihanna in Anaheim 12 Q+A Philharmonic Society director Dean Corey 64 30 THINGS WE LOVE

ON THE COVER Music history continues to unfold in the county that brought you the electric guitar, surf music and Gwen Stefani.

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INNS AND OUTS

Pub, gastropub, tavern.... All are destinations for wetting one’s whistle, that much is certain. But to help sort out the differences, real or imagined, I compared and contrasted definitions at two online dictionaries: 1) oxforddictionaries.com and 2) urbandictionary.com. (Editors are among the few people on earth who actually love dictionaries.)

Pub 1) an establishment for the sale of beer and other drinks, and sometimes also food, to be consumed on the premises; 2) a meeting place where people attempt to obtain advanced states of mental incompetence by the repeated

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consumption of fermented vegetables. Gastropub 1) a pub that special-

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izes in serving high-quality food; 2) a pub selling high-class cuisine such

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as rump steak stroganoff. (“Gastropub,” which combines “gastronomy” and “pub,” inspires another compound word at the site, gastrorgasm:

in ORANGE COUNTY and other fine cities.

the state of complete joy and ecstasy from eating a delicious piece of food.)

Tavern 1) an establishment for the sale of beer and other drinks to be consumed on the premises, sometimes also serving food; 2) an establishment built by the gods themselves, where the sun is always shining, the beats are always bangin’, the beers are always flowing and the darts are always burning! It’s hard to argue with that kind of enthusiasm. Note that the Oxford definitions of “pub” and “tavern” seem fairly interchangeable, and that the difference in food quality at taverns and gastropubs is increasingly hazy. Also note that “tavern” is considered archaic beyond North America—amazingly, since taverns, which date to the Middle

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Ages, are enjoying a renaissance in Orange County! See our feature —our dining feature—on the county’s newest taverns on page 18. See 180 dining options, including pubs and gastropubs, on page 30, and nearly 30 nightlife faves on page 58. Bottoms up! —BENJAMIN EPSTEIN

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Hot Dates Spring 2013

MARch 2-3, 9-10 FESTIVAL OF WHALES Parade, street fairs, concerts and crafts in Dana Point, and marinemammal cruises from Dana Point Harbor. p. 47 MARch 20-ApRil 28 SMOKEFALL Noah Haidle’s play at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa centers on three generations of an eccentric Midwestern family about to go through big changes. p. 47 ApRil 9 LOS ANGELES ANGELS OF ANAHEIM OPENING DAY Games against the Oakland Athletics kick off the Angels’ home season.

Fireworks follow Friday games all season. p. 48 ApRil 16-28 BILLY ELLIOT A young British boy stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, where he discovers his true passion. Winner of 10 Tony Awards; music by Elton John. p. 47 ApRil 25-MAY 2 NEWPORT BEACH FILM FESTIVAL The festival screens 250 feature, short, documentary and animated films from 40 countries, and in true Newport style, hosts fabulous premiere parties. p. 47

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like a Diamond Time magazine named Rihanna one of the most influential people in the world in 2012. Forbes ranked her the fourth most powerful celebrity. Fact is, at 25, Rihanna—née Robyn Rihanna Fenty in Barbados—is one of the best-selling artists of all time, racking up more than 25 million albums and 60 million digital singles worldwide; among the latter are a dozen No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Her Rihanna Diamonds World Tour, which stops at the Honda Center in Anaheim, is named for the lead single on her seventh album, Unapologetic (2012). “Of all the pop megastars of the 2000s,” the New York Times wrote of a recent concert, “she is without peer when it comes to her image, which is steely and unforgiving and bulletproof, a pleasure-guided man-killer with concrete for skin.” p. 47 NEARBY Cool down after Rihanna’s white-hot show with a craft beer at any of several pubs along Katella Avenue.

Celtic-themed Tilted Kilt (p. 32), whose servers wear mini-kilts, and The Pint House (1547 W. Katella Ave., Orange, 714.633.7468), a Fullerton-favorite spinoff, are new. The beers at JT Schmid’s (p. 32) are brewed on-site.

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ThROUGh ApRil 28 GEORGE HURRELL: LAGUNA TO HOLLYWOOD The Laguna Art Museum displays vintage photography by famed Hollywood glamour portraitist George Hurrell. p. 51 MAY 3-5 EIFMAN BALLET The St. Petersburg troupe presents the West Coast premiere of Rodin, based on the French sculptor’s turbulent relationships and set at the crossroads of passion and insanity. p. 48 ThROUGh MAY 5 RICHARD JACKSON: AIN’T PAINTING A PAIN Exhibit at the Orange County Museum of Art showcases the radical artist, known for his large installations merging paintings and sculpture. p. 52 MAY 18-19 DOHENY BLUES FESTIVAL The popular annual beachside event presents top names in blues, soul and rock—and an extensive lineup of microwbrews. p. 47 MAY 24 LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC The orchestra, conducted by its hugely acclaimed music director, Gustavo Dudamel, returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts. p. 48 Here for THe weeKend? Visit our Weekend Roundup at WhereOC.com, where you’ll get the lowdown on the coolest concerts, sporting events, festivals, art exhibits and restaurants.

Original Waikiki beach boy and Toes on the Nose team rider Albert “Rabbit” Kekai is the 16th inductee into the Surfers’ Hall of Fame in Huntington Beach. Rabbit is 92 years old. p. 23

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Seventh Heaven

The superb Portola Coffee Lab at the OC Mix unveils Seventh Tea Bar, a craft-tea house adjacent to the innovative coffee venue. The name derives from the traditional Chinese belief that tea is the seventh of the seven necessities; the decor might best be described as cheery and chic Victorian Modern. Seventh features more than 30 unblended single-estate teas spanning the globe, sourced by the owner and brewed by various methods; offerings also include fruit- and herb-infused creations and four iced teas on tap as well as tea sandwiches, scones and pastries. South Coast Collection, 3313 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa, 949.284.0596, seventhtea.com

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Burrata Pie at Pitfire Artisan Pizza

GET IN LINE Several new fast-casual, order-at-the-counter spots offer far-better-than-casual fare. Pitfire Artisan Pizza brings rustic fire-singed pizzas—such one with house-made burrata cheese, wild arugula, caramelized onions, whole hazelnuts, sweet tomato sauce and crushed pesto—and handcrafted Italian cuisine to Costa Mesa. Conscientious Tender Greens, known for super-fresh ingredients, presents “Hot Stuff” in three styles, creative “Big Salads” and “Simple Salads, and scrumptious desserts, at Irvine Spectrum Center. The team behind the Crosby, a hip spot in downtown Santa Ana, opened The Grilled Cheese Spot—tiny, table-less and cash-only—around the corner; choose from among 15 kinds of cheeses, seven bread options and various meat and vegetable add-ons to build your own sandwich, or order one of the rotating house creations. p. 41

SEVENTH AND BLACKMARKET, ANNE WATSON

Marks the spot Several destinations with “mark” in the name have been in the spotlight.

Landmark (3520 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, 949.675.5556), best known as a late-night spot and formerly known as a steak house, gets new owners, new decor and a new chef, Travis Flood; he serves up items including whiskey-cured beef “tar-tar,” oxtail pappardelle and deft vegetable dishes. Aptly named reMark’s (853 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.715.8700) opened where the previous Mark’s had closed, again presenting excellent California cuisine

at reasonable prices. Its history goes back further, to owner Mark DePalma’s original Mark’s, on Coast Highway, a longtime high-end local favorite.

Blackmarket Bakery opens at the Camp, its second location (2937 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.662.3095). Its mottos: “Resistance Is Futile” and “Powered by Butter.” Chef-owner Rachel Klemek offers items including apricot ginger scones, coffee pecan tarts, lemon rosemary bread, cabernet brownies, pluot preserves, fig and fennel jam, peanut coconut brittle and Kéan coffee. Remarkable!

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» oUT AnD ABoUT Knockout Ballet Billy Elliot the Musical, featuring music by Elton John and winner of 10 Tony Awards, continues the Broadway season at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa April 16-28.

Based on the hit film, the show is a celebration of a boy’s journey to make his dreams come true. The story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a talent that inspires his family and community and changes his life forever. Book and lyrics are by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling and direction by Stephen Daldry. In its exclusive West Coast engagement, May 3-5 at the Segerstrom Center, the Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg presents the West Coast premiere of artistic director and choreographer Boris Eifman’s Rodin. Eifman explores the life of French sculptor Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), his turbulent relationship with his mistress and muse, Camille Claudel, and the price of artistic genius. The work, marking the company’s 35th anniversary, is set to music by Camille Saint-Saëns, Jules Massenet and Maurice Ravel. p. 48

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Ethiopia is the cradle of mankind, the purported resting place of the Ark of the Covenant—and home to Lucy, the hominid said to be 3.2 million years old and the world’s most famous fossil.

Lucy is displayed at Bowers Museum in Santa Ana through May 12 as part of Lucy’s Legacy: The Hidden Treasure of ethiopia before her return home to Africa, where she was discovered three decades ago. With 40 percent of her skeleton intact, Lucy is the oldest and most complete adult human ancestor retrieved from the continent. p. 51

The Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace in Yorba Linda presents the Richard Nixon centennial exhibit Patriot. President. Peacemaker. The exhibit’s five “chapters”—How American, In the Arena, Creating a Just Society, Peacemaker of His Time and Global Elder Statesman—reveal an unknown side of the former president with never-before-displayed letters, artifacts, photos and video footage from all stages of his life, from his humble beginnings to his productive life after the White House. p. 50

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County Where will you celebrate 20 seasons with the society?

I eat out a lot. I go to AnQi for garlic crab on Tuesdays. I’ve been to Bistango a thousand times. Marché Moderne—anything on the menu is great. But it would probably be at home.

My wife is an extraordinary cook.

The best meals are here.

What visions would you like to see fulfilled for the society?

It would be great to bring in an orchestra for a residency for a week, maybe every other year.

The Cleveland Orchestra has been a great orchestra since the 1960s ... and I think they would do it. They do a series of concerts regularly in Florida.

Opera would be the other thing. We’re doing a concert version of a Handel opera next year. The Pacific Symphony is doing concert versions of opera.

L.A. Opera comes here with concert versions three times this season. I’d like to see staged opera come back. Segerstrom Hall is ideal for opera but isn’t used for opera. It should be. I could see a joint venture between the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, ourselves, the Pacific Symphony and perhaps the Pacific Chorale.

» Q+A PRESENTING: THE BEST The Philharmonic Society of Orange County presents the world’s acclaimed orchestras, chamber ensembles and soloists in venues including Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Irvine Barclay Theatre and the Soka Performing Arts Center, where it recently offered a recital by cellist Yo-Yo Ma; the Vienna Philharmonic is next season’s centerpiece. Its youth programs bring music education to a quarter of a million children free of charge. Its president of 20 years, Dean Corey, graduated from Yale, began his career as a horn player with prestigious New York ensembles, then headed up orchestras around the country as an arts administrator. Corey, 66, lives in Laguna Hills with his wife, Kaly, and their black lab, Luc.

You’re retiring next year.

We bought a house in southwest France, two hours south of Bordeaux, an hour north of Spain. It’s a hamlet, really, in the Haute-Pyrenees, the epicenter of foie gras. I retire at the end of the Philharmonic Society’s 60th season. I was also here for the 40th and 50th.

Before you go: Where would you take visitors to show them the real Orange County?

I’d show them a real sharp contrast. We’d go to Laguna Beach and to Mission San Juan Capistrano in the springtime, when the gardens are in bloom. Then, for something completely different, we’d drive up Silverado Canyon to Silverado—it’s like you’re in the Wild West. There’s a joint that serves breakfast, the Silverado Cafe. You’re light-years from Newport Beach—people can’t believe it’s the same area. The Modjeska House in Modjeska

Canyon is also amazing but not always open for the tour— most people don’t get up there.

Where do you like to shop?

I’m not a big shopper. For men’s clothes, I go to Nordstrom.

There’s video online of you playing a piano in your office.

Get that thing tuned!

It has not been tuned, and I’m still working on that Schubert!

I haven’t touched my horn in years. I took piano in college, and now I’m really enjoying it.

Any other passions?

Reading and writing. I’m writing Beethoven, the Late Great, 33 personal essays. The 33 is after Beethoven’s 33 Diabelli variations. I’ve written 20 of the 33.

You’ve lectured on the topic— what makes music beautiful?

What makes it beautiful is the battle between consonance and dissonance. Composers use consonance for a thought or feeling or idea that we understand, dissonance for what we don’t understand. The dissonance makes the consonance more beautiful; its edgy sound or harmony makes the consonance sparkle. A great composer knows how to use that. That is the essence of what makes music beautiful.

You don’t have to analyze it.

The normal listener, not versed in music, will feel that, understand that, get it. It’s innately human, like the difference between sweet and sour—it enhances, the contrasts balance each other.

You can overdo either and ruin it. It’s the same with drama or visual art. The artists find the balance to make it beautiful.

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Bands Social Distortion has been performing since the 1970s, in the days of Fullerton’s Jackson Browne, before Anaheim’s No Doubt was a glimmer in Gwen Stefani’s eye. The Ultimate Bearhug has been together two years. Both, along with ska band Reel Big Fish and jazz vocalist Nancy Sanchez, are among those recognized at this year’s O.C. Music Awards. They’re the acts we’re listening to now.

by PAMELA CHELIN

SOCIAL DISTORTION JONNY WICKERSHAM Jonny Wickersham says he grew up “all over Orange County,” in cities including Fullerton, Anaheim and Costa Mesa. It’s been more than a decade since the guitarist and backup vocalist joined legendary rockers Social Distortion, but Wickersham himself can’t believe it’s been that long. “How did that happen so fast?” muses Wickersham. “In the blink of an eye, it’s coming up on 13 years.”

One of the seminal punk-rock bands when it formed 35 years ago in Fullerton, Social Distortion continues to tour and record. Two albums in the 1990s went gold; an eighth studio album is slated for release this year.

The current roster is composed of frontman Mike Ness, the only original member, on lead vocals and lead guitar; Brent Harding on bass and vocals; David Hidalgo Jr. on drums; and Wickersham.

Given his unsettled youth, it’s surprising that Wickersham ended up remaining committed to a band at all. “I was doing so many drugs and running around like crazy in those days—music was the last thing that was important to me,” he recalls. “And I never had the patience to do anything that

required focus. I loved music, and I’d daydream about being in bands, but if I didn’t have the help of my friends and the people I made music with, I’d never have done it. I’m lucky to have had those people in my life.”

Wickersham describes himself in those earlier times as an “outsider and troublemaking juvenile-delinquent kid who was always in trouble at school and didn’t get along with the kids who were into sports and had money.”

He grew up in a household with a guitarplaying father who didn’t like punk rock. It was a friend he’d met at a video arcade— named Jethro, he recalls—who introduced him to the genre.

“He played me records by the Clash, Stiff Little Fingers and the Buzzcocks, and it tripped me out. It was the weirdest-sounding music, eerie and discordant, but cool. I connected with the whole thing and embraced it,” says Wickersham. “For me and for thousands of other kids, it was vindication from a world of feeling alienated.”

Wickersham played in several bands including the Cadillac Tramps, with whom he still plays, and was a huge fan of Social Distortion. He joined the band full time after

playing some European dates with it as a replacement for original member Dennis Dannell, who died of a brain aneurysm.

“Social D is one of my favorite bands of all time,” Wickersham says. “I love to play guitar, and I’m grateful that this is my job."

The band, he continues, "isn’t just about entertainment. The songs are about experiences that everybody has. Even back in the ’80s, you’d say, ‘This is a punk band, but there is an element of Americana to it,’ like Woody Guthrie. That's why Social D has connected to so many people, including me.”

REEL BIG FISH AARON BARRETT “I’m definitely not ‘the king of ska,’ ” Reel Big Fish lead singer Aaron Barrett says of the nickname given to him by his fans. “I’m not sure why that gets thrown around. There are a lot more important people in ska music than me. I’m just a ska kid.”

Born in Pasadena but raised in Huntington Beach, founding member Barrett began fronting the ska band in 1993 when the original singer left. Albums include Turn the Radio Off, which went gold, and Candy Coated Fury, released last summer.

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Left to right: Social Distortion's Jonny Wickersham, frontman Mike Ness, Brent Harding and David Hidalgo Jr.

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Band FAVES SOCIAL DISTORTION

Jonny Wickersham SHOPS AT // Guitar Doctor, Fountain Valley EATS AT // Native Foods, Costa Mesa LISTENS AT // Detroit Bar, Costa Mesa

REEL BIG FISH

Aaron Barrett SHOPS AT // Buffalo Exchange, Costa Mesa EATS AT // Sakura, Huntington Beach LISTENS AT // The Observatory, Santa Ana

ULTIMATE BEARHUG

Barrett Johnson, Doll Knight SHOP AT // Buffalo Exchange, Costa Mesa EAT AT // Felix Continental Cafe, Orange LISTEN AT // The Observatory, Santa Ana

NANCY SANCHEZ SHOPS AT // Roadkill Boutique, Fullerton EATS AT // The Gypsy Den, Anaheim LISTENS AT // Steamers, Fullerton

Despite being the band’s frontman, Barrett says he is bashful. “I am shy, self-conscious and awkward, but I love being onstage and playing shows.” he says. “Being there in front of people, I am not scared. That is how I wish I could feel all the time.” In further lead-singer irony, Barrett doesn’t like his singing voice.

“It’s the only voice I have, but I don’t love it.

For years, I was constantly dehydrated, and my voice always hurt. For 10 years, I had a sore throat every day because I would only drink Diet Coke and not water. What was I doing? I was an idiot.”

Though the band has had great success, Barrett is just happy that it’s survived in today’s pop climate. “I feel so lucky,” he says.

“I’m doing what I love, and not many people can say that. I appreciate it now more than ever. After 15 years, to still tour the world ... is incredible and amazing. I want to do it as long as people will keep paying to see us. As long as I can do it, I’ll keep doing it. I don’t want to be an adult yet.... I just want to keep doing this.”

THE ULTIMATE BEARHUG BARRETT JOHNSON, DOLL KNIGHT Though they have only been playing music together for two years, Santa Ana’s Doll Knight and Orange’s Barrett Johnson, the pair behind folk pop duo the Ultimate

Bearhug, found a special chemistry that eclipsed their other musical endeavors.

“It was just more fun playing with Bearhug than the projects we were doing,” says Johnson. Although Knight is 21 years old and Johnson 35, the age difference seems to work in their favor. “We don't ever think about it,” Knight says. “But I’m sure it contributes to our songwriting to have that gap in our experiences. It could work as either an upper hand or disadvantage, but mostly we think it’s really great.”

As for her unusual first name, Doll, Knight says she was named after her grandmother Dolores. “I’m sure there are people who think I’m a weird, small, self-obsessed girl, but that is not the case,” she says. “If anyone knew me for five minutes, they’d know I'm the furthest thing from a Barbie doll.”

Currently touring to promote their first independent release, South of Los Angeles, the hard-working duo collaborated every step of the way on the writing process, and both are sticklers for detail. “We’d meet twice a week for five or six hours at a time,” Johnson says.

“Sometimes we could spend that six hours and only get one line out of it. We’ve spent months on a single song.”

The Ultimate Bearhug’s writing style is inspired by a long line of storytellers, and the band strives to continue that tradition. “We're

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Initially, not everyone was keen on the band’s fishy name. “We named the band Reel Big Fish because we liked the movie The Fisher King,” says Barrett. “Reel Big Fish sounded more original. Our then bass player said, ‘We have to change our name. Everyone’s laughing at us.’ I thought it was a great name. And it’s funny, because we don’t even fish, but we get asked if we fish all the time.”

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Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall Curvilinear Cesar Pellidesigned hall in Costa Mesa is praised for both its elegance and acoustics. p. 48

CHAMBER »Samueli Theater

Above: Aaron Barrett, surrounded by members of Reel Big Fish. Below: Latin jazz vocalist Nancy Sanchez. Opposite: Barrett Johnson and Doll Knight of the Ultimate Bearhug.

into storytelling,” says Johnson. We both read quite a bit and we both love film. We both like bands and artists who seem timeless, like Billie Holiday and old jazz singers.”

“We could find a few songwriters from each strong era of music who we think are great, ranging from Chet Baker to Bob Dylan to Fiona Apple,” adds Knight. "We admire great songwriters and hope to learn from them and to achieve the same with our music.”

REEL BIG FISH, ROB INDERRIEDEN. SANCHEZ, TERENCE M. LOVE

NANCY SANCHEZ Singer Nancy Sanchez was born in Mexico, grew up in Anaheim and lives in Fullerton.

Raised in a musical family where she was exposed to mariachi music and Spanishlanguage rock and pop, Sanchez knew when she was 4 that she wanted to be a singer.

Despite her Latin-music-infused environment, years at a mariachi school and playing with her school’s bands, it was jazz that ultimately captured Sanchez’s heart. “The first time I heard Ella Fitzgerald scat, I fell in love and said, ‘This is what I want to do,’” Sanchez recalls. She also lists Sarah Vaughan, Nancy Wilson and Billie Holiday, as well as be-bop and swing, among her inspirations.

Sanchez sees jazz as a metaphor for life, which she says is about “improvising every day. I love the freedom of jazz, which is all about finding your identity and your voice.”

Having played live shows for six years, Sanchez is putting the finishing touches on her first full-length record, Ruby in L.A., a follow-up to her self-titled EP released in 2010. For her second release, which includes elements of her Latin upbringing and more contemporary writing, Sanchez raised $15,000 on Kickstarter.

“This one has both Latin and jazz influences,” says Sanchez. “It’s more on the pop and indie songwriter side.

“I have a couple of tracks in Spanish,” she says. “I’ve been listening to more Latin artists, I watched the Latin Grammys, and I was inspired by the Latin artists coming up. In the back of my head, I felt I wanted my project to have a lot more Spanish, because I can, and I owe it to everyone to also sing in español.”

Cabaret seating, dramatic lighting and excellent acoustics next to Segerstrom concert hall make for an intimate classical experience. p. 48

CABARET »Founders Hall

A live-performance lineup including comedy and cabaret is presented at the intimate black-boxstyle theater adjacent to the original Segerstrom Hall. p. 48

COUNTRY »The Ranch

Shimmering new Western-themed saloon has a stateof-the-art concert stage and sunken dance floor. p. 32

ELECTRONIC »Yost Theater

Renovated cinema house in Santa Ana presents the hottest DJs from around the globe. p. 58

BEST PLACES TO HEAR LIVE MUSIC

JAZZ »Steamers Jazz

Club and Cafe Cool club in Fullerton streams unbeatable jazz nightly and late-night. Sunday jam sessions. p. 58

POPULAR »The Observatory

The spot in Santa Ana, formerly known as the Galaxy Concert Theatre, presents touring artists nightly. p. 48

ROCK »House of Blues

Anaheim The food, drinks, bayou ambience and, most important, the music, always rock at the Downtown Disney venue. p. 47

WORLD »Still Water

Dana Point's newest live-music venue serves up live world, reggae, rock and salsa bands—not to mention a classic Americana menu and handcrafted cocktails—seven nights a week. p. 58 —Ashley Eckenweiler

INDIE ROCK »Detroit Bar

Downscale-decomeets-roadhouse bar offers the best local and nationally acclaimed bands.

Free shows on Mondays. p. 57

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ncient Rome and medieval England had taverns. Roman tabernae, according to one scholarly dissertation, served cheese, prunes, nuts and cucumbers to go with the drinking, gaming and sundry other activities; some upscale spots offered meat. England eventually discarded the word “tavern” in favor of “pub.” ❡ In America, taverns have a history, too—and an illustrious one at that. In Jamestown in the 1660s, Virginia’s government met in taverns. (Maybe that’s how we ended up with a two-party system: With a beer mug in your hand, two parties always sound better than one!) The First Continental Congress was formed at City Tavern, the U.S. Marines at Tun Tavern, both in Philadelphia. The U.S. Postal Service also had its beginnings in taverns (which might also explain a lot). Even George Washington, the father of our country, once slept in a tavern. ❡ Here and abroad, pub fare was practically synonymous with lousy fare until gastropubs came along in the late 20th century. There’s no need to coin the word “gastrotavern” in Orange County, where 21st century taverns give food, as well as drink, their due.

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HOPSCOTCH The name takes you back to your playground days, but it’s more clever than that: “Hops” suggests the superb list of craft beers and “Scotch” what may be the county’s finest whiskey list—pages of selections that, with craft beer, craft cocktails and wine, make up a hardbound Book of Libations.

The new tavern—like a lodge, except that the ram and elk heads mounted on the rafters wear bow ties—is inside Fullerton’s 1918 Pacific Electric Railway Station; historic photos line the walls. Under “Bites” are Cracklin’ Rosemary Bread, a stellar pork-crackling flatbread, and brisket, pork or chicken sliders with HopSauces that include a superspicy Death Sauce. Similarly exciting are the bourbon-based Kentucky Orange Blossom cocktail and the frothy, off-the-menu Flower of Fullerton, with gin and St. Germain. Among salads, the Thai Cobb honors the baseball legend, and the Q&A derives from quinoa and arugula. The slow-cooked headliners are St. Louis ribs, pulled pork and brisket.

Finish with the bacon- and peanut-laced Elvis bread pudding. Consider sweet-potato waffle with bourbon maple syrup at brunch.

Vintage Western films screen after 10 pm.

PHOTOS Alan De Herrera

136 E. COMMONWEALTH AVE., Fullerton, 714.871.2222, hopscotchfullerton.com

BACK BAY TAVERN When Whole Foods Market decided to test the concept of a kitchen-driven tavern within its beautiful new location at Fashion Island, the company could have had no inkling of its popularity to come, and no doubt the concept will spread.

Its patrons—not just shoppers, mind you— enjoy creative, clean-tasting fare, smartly presented: shishito peppers with smoked sea salt and yuzu; sushi and sashimi from a

separate Asian Flare menu; caramelized Brussels sprouts with pomegranate seeds; organic chopped kale salad with lemon tahini dressing; the Tavern Burger with homemade bacon jam; and wasabi pepper-seared scallops with forest mushroom-asparagus sauté and microshiso. There’s a finely edited beer list. You can bring in any bottle of wine from the market with no corkage fee. (Same goes for the market’s patio!) On the wall: “Never cry over spilled milk. It could have been whiskey.” 415 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.999.8572, wholefoodsmarket.com

WILD GOOSE TAVERN Now here’s a place weary travelers can hang their hats— and an ideal hang for locals. The entrance is fairly hidden, but it’s worth finding; look for the line. The fun hunt-lodge-saloon decor includes stag, beaver and “jackalope” taxidermy, a vintage American flag and light fixtures made from old chicken feeders. The curved hammered-copper bar and the back bar, clad in raw wood from a Tennessee barn, and comfy diamond-tufted booths add to the cozy ambience. On the menu are “rascally rabbit” and wild boar sausages; Peppadew-cheddar and cilantro-Caprese burgers; and a side of sweet potato and goat cheese tots. There’s beer, lots of liquors and fine concoctions such as an Apple Fashion with Knob Creek rye and apple bitters. And here’s the kicker: barrelaged cocktails! For the Barrel-Aged White Hook, for instance, Hudson pot-distilled corn whiskey, Dolin Rouge and Luxardo Maraschino are aged for five to eight weeks. Make that five and eight weeks: Four liters are pulled when it’s first ready, and 1 liter enjoys further aging—just for duckies! 436 E. 17th St.,

AMERICAN TAVERN This justopened spot comes closest to the idea of tavern as inn: Not only can you wet your whistle and satisfy your palate, but since it’s at Hotel Menage, you can stay the night if you’re so inclined. The decor includes a curvilinear bar and vintage Americana photos. Snacks and small plates offer early-visit highlights: chiliseared, sea-salted edamame; pan-roasted prawns in a piquillo pepper sauce with whole garlic cloves; flash-grilled Caesar salad with a lively garlic-anchovy dressing; and mixedfruit baguette with (yummm) Meyenberg goat butter. Also on the menu: entrées including chicken-and-waffles and a chimichurri flatiron steak, a “messy” smoked bacon and cheddar-ale burger, and a chicken schnitzel sandwich. The tavern is surprisingly conducive to family dining, no doubt due to its proximity to Disneyland. In fact, here’s the hottest tip: Before or after that Guinness ice creamtopped caramel apple tart, step outside to the palapa bar to watch Disneyland’s spectacular nightly fireworks. 1221 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.758.0900, hotelmenage.com

Costa Mesa, 949.722.9453, GOOSEBAR.COM

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Metro Cities

(Left to right) Bloomingdale’s South Coast Plaza; Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa; Giant Wheel at Irvine Spectrum Center.

Costa Mesa, a retail, cultural and business center, adjoins Irvine and Santa Ana, the county seat.

Where is the heart of Orange County? Four cities might make that claim.

Irvine, dissected by both the Santa Ana and San Diego freeways, is home of the historic Irvine Ranch, which a century ago covered more than half of what is now Orange County.

Today, it is O.C.’s financial hub, with high-tech companies and new high-rise townhomes.

Santa Ana has heartland rights, too. It is the county seat, second oldest among the county’s 34 cities and has the oldest downtown. Tustin could also make a few points; its massive twin hangars, for instance, are near the county’s geographic center.

But residents of Costa Mesa would say that its quarter square mile along Bristol Street, adjacent to the San Diego Freeway, is hands-down the county’s heart and its cultural soul.

COSTA MESA

On the west side of Bristol is South Coast Plaza, whose annual sales of $1.5 billion is highest among shopping destinations in the nation. On the other side is the county’s center of culture—two concert halls and its largest repertory theater—and business high-rises.

Henry Segerstrom and his family founded South Coast Plaza in 1967 on a lima bean field where as a youth he’d driven a tractor. Today, South Coast Plaza and its Bear Street wing, connected by the Bridge of Gardens, offer several hundred stores, boutiques and restaurants. The state-designated tourist attraction boasts the nation’s highest concentration of elite retailers, including Christian Louboutin for shoes, De Beers for diamonds and Assouline for books; superb dining options include Marché Moderne and The Capital Grille.

It’s an easy walk to the “arts campus,” the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, South Coast Repertory and, in the not-too-distant future, Orange County Museum of Art. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts, built in 1986 mainly with Segerstrom money on Segerstrom land, includes 3,000-seat Segerstrom Hall, presenting a range of genres including dance and Broadway musicals, and the newer Renée and Henry Segerstrom Hall, a 2,000-seat facility designed by Cesar Pelli that hosts events as diverse as tributes to Mahler and Paul McCartney. There are two intimate venues within the venues, Founders Hall and Samueli Theater, respectively.

South Coast Repertory, which now has three stages inside its gleaming Folino Theatre Center, opened at its present location in 1978, also with Segerstrom family donations of land and money. It is the county’s most highly touted theater. Nearby, among Town Center’s professional buildings, is one of the nation’s premier collections of outdoor art. Start, or end, at the 1.6-acre California Scenario (near Anton Boulevard) by sculptor Isamu Noguchi.

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Metro Pointe and South Coast Plaza Village—whose movie theater is often ahead of the curve with top foreign films—are a crosswalk away. All three retail centers are accessible from North or South County hotels and beyond, thanks to dedicated taxi and motor coach service. Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner delivers visitors from San Diego and Los Angeles to the Santa Ana train station.

To the west is the new South Coast Collection of design showrooms. Its hip OC Mix features 30 vendors including Savory Spice Stop and Stoned Jewelry; Shuck Oyster Bar and N’ice Cream are new.

South on Bristol are The Lab and The Camp. The Lab is an alternative retail center with shops you’d likely find on L.A.’s hip Melrose Avenue. Opposite is the Camp, outdoorsthemed and set amid woods, aluminum and piped-in sounds of brooks and crickets. Dining options include Ecco for fabulous pizzas, Taco Asylum for unusual tacos and Umami Burger; Ritual JuiceBox and Wine Lab are new.

The Orange County Fair and Event Center, opposite the Civic Center, hosts events yearround—gun shows, gem shows, motocross racing—the county fair in July and pop concerts at the Pacific Amphitheatre.

SANTA ANA

Arts-minded downtown Santa Ana offers the Artists Village, Santora Arts Complex and Cal State Fullerton’s Grand Central Art Center. A centerpiece of the East End Promenade along historic Fourth Street is the Yost Theater, now a concert venue. The area is filled with hip restaurants such as Playground and bars.

Historical highlights include the Queen Annestyle home of Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle, and the red sandstone Old County Courthouse, a setting for numerous movies.

Bowers Museum recently celebrated its 75th anniversary. Bowers offers blockbuster exhibitions mounted with the world’s major museums. Visitors also view pre-Columbian artifacts, Pacific Island art or artifacts from American whalers two centuries back; a real gem is its permanent exhibit of local history.

The Discovery Science Center’s iconic mammoth tilting cube is perched seemingly inches off Interstate 5; a $62 million expansion and renovation now underway will nearly double the center’s size. Westfield MainPlace houses Macy’s, Nordstrom and 200 shops.

Intimate Santa Ana Zoo, in Prentice Park, is home to 250 species and features a primate exhibit, African aviary and children’s zoo.

IRVINE

Its Giant Wheel can be seen for miles along the 5, 405 and 133 freeways. But it’s the Irvine Spectrum Center’s 150 shops, many of them entertainment-related, top-notch restaurants including Cucina Enoteca and Paul Martin’s American Grill, and the nation’s most visited movie complex, that together draw more visitors annually than Disneyland.

Irvine Barclay Theatre, at UC Irvine, presents an impressive roster of music, dance and dramatic events. There’s not a bad seat in the house. Nearby is the UCI Arboretum (Jamboree Road and Campus Drive, 949.824.5833).

San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary (Michelson Drive between Jamboree Road and Culver Drive, 949.261.7963) offers outdoors enthusiasts 10 miles of trails through coastal fresh-water marshlands. The Irvine Museum houses Joan Irvine Smith’s collection of turnof-the-20th-century California Impressionist art on the ground floor of an office building.

The one corner of the Orange County Great Park developed so far offers a farmers

market and other outdoor events, an arts complex and a carousel; you can ride 400 feet up in the iconic tethered orange balloon.

A sports complex, gardens and permanent visitors center are slated to open this year.

The restored blacksmith shop and general store of Old Town Irvine (Sand Canyon Avenue and Burt Road, 949.660.9112), near Interstate 5, now house a hotel and restaurants.

Irvine offers a relatively problem-free world carved from the Irvine Co.’s land holdings. The vibe extends to John Wayne Airport, whose pleasant ambience and ease of departure and arrival make it vastly superior to LAX.

TUSTIN

Forbes magazine recently listed Tustin in its Top 25 places “to live well.” The city, known for its fine parks and for the thousands of trees planted more than a century ago, has also preserved many of its 1870s buildings along Main Street and El Camino Real.

The District at Tustin Legacy, at Jamboree Road and Barranca Parkway, is a sprawling shopping center with scores of shops. Draws include restaurants such as The Winery and Bluewater Grill, a cineplex, bowling at Bowlmor, outdoor fireplaces, a stage for bands and giant video walls. Drive by the nearby twin hangars for a sense of their magnitude—1,000 feet long, 17 stories tall and five acres of open space within each.

The Market Place, on Jamboree Road off Interstate 5, is older and even more sprawling.

Though it’s often refered to as the Tustin Market Place, part of it is actually in Irvine.

The Marconi Automotive Museum displays 80 vehicles, notably Ferraris and historic open-wheel race cars.

For bold items, see the where guide listings. For neighborhood maps, see page 63.

ANIMATED ART

great find The Chuck Jones Center for Creativity, at South Coast Collection, was founded by fourtime Academy Award winner and legendary animation creator and director Chuck Jones (1912-2002). Jones is best known for drawing characters including Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Porky Pig and Road Runner and for producing, writing and directing the TV classic “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” The center hosts art classes, exhibits and lectures. A table is always set up for drawing, and an artist is usually there to help. Its gallery exhibits works by Jones and other artists and from studios including Disney, Fox, MGM and Warner Bros. 3321 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa, 949.660.7791, chuckjonescenter.org

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The Coast

(Left to right) Charming shop on Balboa Island; beneath the Huntington Beach Pier; the koi pond at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

T ­­ he county’s prime beach communities include Newport Beach, Balboa, Corona del Mar and Huntington Beach.

NEWPORT BEACH

Newport Beach and its environs have been called California’s Riviera and the Gold Coast.

Sandy beaches and bougainvillea are the backdrop to yachts and dream homes, from quaint cottages to some of the nation’s most expensive real estate.

The city’s retail center is Newport Center, near Jamboree Road, East Coast Highway and MacArthur Boulevard. Fashion Island is among the most relaxed and elegant shopping destinations anywhere. Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale’s are anchors. C. Wonder boutique and a stunning Whole Foods Market with tavern and tearoom-café opened recently; plans are underway for Fig & Olive restaurant. Super-stylish electric-vehicle maker Tesla occupies an Apple-esque showroom. Island Cinema offers leather seats and wine service.

Also in Newport Center is the Orange County Museum of Art, which focuses on 20th century California artists. The museum throws hip fetes: Orange Crush is an afterhours event featuring indie bands and local deejays on the third Thursday of the month.

Nearby is Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, also known as the Back Bay, boasting some 160 species of birds, including the great egret. Hike, bike or jog along 10 miles of trails. Rowing and kayaking are popular; rent equipment from the Newport Aquatic Center (North Star County Beach, 1 Whitecliffs Drive, 949.646.7725).

Moe B’s Watersports (949.729.1150) offers sailboats, kayaks, pedal boats, windsurfing and electric boat rentals. Moe B’s guided kayak tour through the marshlands departs Sundays at 10 am ($15 includes kayak rental). There are also Segway tours of the Back Bay ($75).

Newport Beach boasts the largest small-boat harbor in the world. North on Coast Highway from the Back Bay area is a stretch known as Mariner’s Mile, which is lined with restaurants, luxury-car showrooms and yacht clubs.

Private charters and narrated harbor cruises, aboard vessels including luxury dining cruisers and ro­mantic gondolas, depart from Mariner’s Mile as well as from Balboa Pavilion (see Balboa, next page), and pass huge luxury abodes. All manner of boat rentals are possible, from canoes and kayaks to motorboats and surrey-fringed electric boats.

The “beach” in Newport Beach includes two piers, Balboa and Newport, great sandy expanses and one of the cleanest and most colorful bike paths and boardwalks anywhere.

The action never stops around Newport Pier, off Newport Boulevard on McFadden Square. The Dory Fishing Fleet leaves soon after the bars close in the wee hours of the

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morn; you can visit the open-air fish market after the sun comes up. the fleet, begun in 1889, is the last beach-side fishing cooperative of its kind in the united States.

and balboa island, a tightknit community featuring charming cottages, shops, galleries, boutiques and restaurants. marine avenue is the island’s only nonresidential street.

BalBoa

Corona del Mar

to reach the balboa pier, continue southeast on Newport boulevard (its name changes to balboa boulevard at 22nd Street), turn right on palm Street and park in the metered lot.

The Wedge, where the peninsula meets the harbor jetty, is one of the world’s most famous bodysurfing and bodyboarding spots. currents and riptides can be dangerous, so don’t go in the water unless you really know what you’re doing. watching is fun enough. on the harbor side of balboa peninsula are the balboa pavilion and a Fun Zone, marking 75 years, whose few remaining rides include a ferris wheel. try a custom-dipped balboa bar or frozen banana. take advantage of the balboa bay front webcam at the harbour house coffee shop; find a sunny seat outside, call your friends in snowbound or humid states, have them log on to talesofbalboa. com and gloat! the relocated Newport Harbor Nautical Museum is transforming itself into Explorocean; the exhibit Sea of Adventure is ongoing. the balboa pavilion, a 1905 gabled, cupola-topped structure, is the depot for boat excursions: harbor tours, whalewatching trips and Santa catalina cruises. as the lyrics to a classic pop song attest, catalina is “26 miles across the sea”; it’s known for its beaches, buffalo and glassbottom boats. the city of avalon is a 75-minute cruise from the pavilion aboard the catamaran Catalina Flyer. the balboa island ferry is a three-car shuttle between docks on the balboa peninsula

heading south along coast highway takes you past Corona del Mar Plaza, where upscale destinations include Gail Jewelers and Sienna brown as well as Savory Spice Shop and new Sprinkles ice cream. corona del mar, whose streets are named for flowers, has expansive beaches and some of the country’s most expensive real estate. on East coast highway, just south of macarthur boulevard, is Sherman Library & Gardens, offering 2,000 plant species on two landscaped acres. consider a repast at café Jardin or the tea Garden crêperie. coast highway is lined with elegant design showrooms, rug dealers and boutiques. to find Corona del Mar State Beach, head south on marguerite from coast highway, turn right on ocean boulevard, then follow signs to the parking lot below.

You’ll find bodysurfing, volleyball, fire pits and facilities. picturesque Little Corona Beach is just south.

South of corona del mar is Newport coast.

Crystal Cove Promenade offers boutiques such as Jenny lee, at Ease for men and Novecento and Mastro’s Ocean Club, Bluefin, Javier’s and Tamarind restaurants.

Nearby are Crystal Cove State Park, with miles of sandy coves and miles and miles of hiking, and gorgeous Pelican Hill Golf Club.

Huntington BeaCH

Surf city uSa has gotten more sophisticated since 1963, when the Jan and dean hit Surf City topped charts. though huntington

beach retains some of its sand-in-the-cracks, beach-town personality, shops along main Street, fine-dining options and luxury hotels have resulted in a dramatic transformation. as the moniker “Surf city” suggests, the action is near the water. main Street is a promenade with lots of surf-wear and beachwear shops, a Surfing walk of fame and the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum. The Strand, at pacific coast highway and fifth Street, is a multi-story development whose tenants include forever 21, active Ride, Rip curl and RA Sushi. adjacent to huntington beach pier plaza are restaurants including Duke’s and Sandy’s Beach Grill; the plaza often hosts street performers, art shows and live bands. a statue of a surfer at coast highway and huntington Street captures the town’s spirit. the area offers three beaches: Huntington City Beach, Huntington State Beach and Bolsa Chica State Beach are popular for surfing and volleyball as well as for fire rings and nighttime weenie roasts. bolsa chica State Ecological Reserve (714.840.1575), near warner avenue and pacific coast highway, offers 200 species of migratory birds in a salt-marsh setting with a 1.5-mile loop trail. inland, at talbert avenue and Goldenwest Street, is 350-acre huntington central park; the park encompasses Shipley Nature center (714.842.4772), an equestrian center, a frisbee golf course, two “lakes” and the city’s central library (714.842.4481)—which has the largest children’s library in the state.

Bella Terra is a tuscan-themed shopping destination with cobblestone walkways. draws include outdoor sports specialist REi and a 20-screen cineplex.

For bold items, see the where guide listings.

For neighborhood maps, see pages 62-63.

WELL-GROOMED

great find From the age of 14, master barber Camille Nouni learned to cut hair from his father, who had learned from his own father; both were renowned barbers in Beirut, Lebanon. Nouni opened a barbershop in Los Angeles, and the tradition continued: Nouni’s daughter, Lilian Cohen, opened Legacy Barber Shoppe in Huntington Beach, honoring her family’s grooming history. There, she melds her personal style and modernity with the nostalgia of an Old World shop where gentlemen can get haircuts, hot-lather straight-razor shaves and mustache trims while listening to 1940s music or watching sports on HD televisions.19929 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, 714.960.2887, legacybarbershoppe.com

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South Coast

(Left to right) Mission San Juan Capistrano; the slips at Dana Point Harbor; and downtown Laguna Beach.

Colorful cities on or near the coast include artistic Laguna Beach, historic San Juan Capistrano and nautical Dana Point.

Four of the county’s most historic cities are nestled into its southern corner: Laguna Beach, Dana Point and San Clemente, all a seaside drive along Coast Highway, and nearby San Juan Capistrano. Whether for shopping, dining, history or just tantalizing poetic beauty, these small burgs have spectacular offerings.

LAGUNA BEACH

It’s fitting that you pass the Laguna College of Art + Design as you enter Orange County’s original art colony along Laguna Canyon Road. Admire the sculptures! In fact, it is easy to spend a day along the thoroughfare before ever entering the city proper, especially during the summer, when it hosts three art festivals—Festival of Arts, Art-A-Fair and the Sawdust Art Festival—and the renowned “living tableaux” presentation, Pageant of the Masters. The acclaimed Laguna Playhouse offers both comedic and profound fare year-round.

Laguna Canyon Road becomes Broadway, then comes to a T at Main Beach and Coast Highway. The decision: Turn left toward downtown, or right toward Laguna Art Museum; you’ll find boutiques, restaurants and galleries in both directions.

Laguna Art Museum continues as a leader in its presentation of modern and contemporary art, mostly by California painters, and often exploring pop culture. It also displays art from Laguna’s past; don’t be surprised to see lots of seascapes.

Steps away are coastal vistas at Heisler Park and a stretch of Coast Highway called North Gallery Row, where you’ll find Hobrecht Sports Gallery (350 N. Coast Hwy., 949.945.3283) and Adam Neeley Fine Art Jewelry (353 N. Coast Hwy., 949.715.0953). The neighborhoods above are dotted with historical cottages. On a steep hillside is the Hortense Miller Garden (by appointment, 22511 Allview Terrace, 949.497.3311, Ext. 426).

Main Beach gets action year-round. There are volleyball and basketball courts, a playground and a boardwalk popular with walkers and joggers, and one more major attraction: The beach is just across the street from scores of the distinctive shops and galleries that give the city its distinctive aura.

Get deeper into the action in the downtown heart of Laguna, also known to locals as the Village. Here the must-sees include the sculpture garden at Dawson Cole Fine Art Gallery (326 Glenneyre St., 888.972.5543) and Left Turn Jewelry (305 Forest Ave., 866.954.5338).

South along Coast Highway are dining options including Katsuya by Starck, K’ya Bistro Bar at La Casa del Camino and posh Studio at the Montage.

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Moulton Meadows Park, four minutes skyward from Coast Highway up Nyes Place, offers a 360-degree panorama of the deep blue Pacific and South County’s rugged hills.

san juan capistrano AND DANA POINT, rebecca Morquecho; LAGUNA beach, edwin santiago

Dana Point

Richard Henry Dana, the seaman who wrote 1840’s Two Years Before the Mast, described the area now named for him as “the only romantic spot” on the California coast, noting its “grandeur” and “solemnity.” The grandeur is still there, but you won’t find much solemnity along Harbor Drive, now bustling with boaters, diners, shoppers and those headed to see the tall clipper ships in port.

In addition to its sand and shore, Doheny State Beach offers five acres of lawn. Families picnic, couples rent bicycles. An interpretive center focuses on the underwater Doheny State Marine Life Refuge. The beach hosts events including Lobsterfest in June, a surf competition in July and outrigger racing in August. Busiest day of the year? Fourth of July, with fireworks launched from a barge.

Make your way along Harbor Drive to the tide pools at the end of the harbor’s rocky ledge. Public benches are a stone’s throw from seals basking in the sun on sea-logged boulders; take in both the quiet beauty of the harbor and the roar of the surf against the rocks.

Dana Point Harbor offers 2,500 slips for vessels of all sizes, three yacht clubs, a fishing pier and Dana Wharf Sportfishing, which also offers whale-watching trips. The Ocean Institute displays the Pilgrim, a full-sized replica of the square-rigged brig on which Dana sailed, docked adjacent to the fishing pier. Wharf highlights include the White Pelican for Native American jewelry (34475 Golden Lantern St., 949.240.1991) and the Harbor Grill seafooder, known for its oysters.

North of town are luxury hotels featuring superior dining: Stonehill Tavern at the St. Regis, and Raya at the Ritz-Carlton.

San Juan Capistrano There’s no beach in this burg, but there’s plenty of history, style and charm. And there is simply no passing up a visit to Mission San Juan Capistrano. The mission is often credited with being the birthplace of Orange County. It was founded by Father Junipero Serra in 1776, the same year America was born. It took nine years to build its Great Stone Church, completed in 1806; it took just a minute for an earthquake to destroy it six years later, killing 40 people.

The priests left the ruins for the world to see, a dramatic benchmark of the struggle to build California. The dome atop the nearby rail station was made with stones from the ruins.

Priests still celebrate Mass in the Serra Chapel; the original adobe walls shelter a magnificent Baroque altarpiece decorated with 52 carved gold-leaf angels. The 10-acre site is filled with walkways, gardens, fountains and exhibits. Mission events include the renowned festival marking the return of the swalllows and Swallows’ Day Parade in March.

Just across the train tracks is the Los Rios Historic District. A stroll along Los Rios Street is a most pleasant experience; 31 homes, the earliest dating to 1794, look as they did in centuries past. Near the train station is the O’Neill Museum (31831 Los Rios St., 949.493.8444), home to the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society. The Ramos House Café, in an 1881 board-and-batten house, offers an unforgettable breakfast.

Camino Capistrano is lined with shops and restaurants. One of South County’s most popular taverns is the colorful Swallow’s Inn

(31786 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.3188).

For a different kind of nightlife, consider the nearby Camino Real Playhouse (31776 El Camino Real, 949.489.8082). San Juan Capistrano Regional Library (31495 El Camino Real, 949.493.1752) is a postmodern masterpiece by architect Michael Graves.

San Juan Capistrano is the county’s equestrian center; luxurious residences, many with their own stables, surround the city. Eight miles east is Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park (33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210).

San CLEMENTE

La Casa Pacifica, President Richard Nixon’s “Western White House,” has long since been broken up into million-dollar homes by a private developer. But one grand, historic home you can see is Casa Romantica (415 Avenida Granada, 949.498.2139), once the residence of the city’s founder, oil entrepreneur Ole Hanson. It’s on a hillside overlooking San Clemente Pier and is now the Cultural Center and Gardens, with galleries and a popular veranda.

From the pier, the sun sets across the blue water between Catalina Island and the Dana Point bluffs—just look past the constant stream of surfers. Metrolink and Amtrak trains run alongside the beach and stop right at the pier. The best shopping and dining is on Avenida del Mar, lined with antique stores and galleries, and El Camino Real, where you’ll find the wine-country cuisine of Vine.

Talega Golf Club, in the hills above the city, has a popular championship layout designed with input from Masters champion Fred Couples. Sundried Tomato is among the draws at Talega Village Center.

For bold items, see listing in the where guide.

For a map of these neighborhoods, see page 63.

GATEWAY GALLERIES

great find Two new galleries open in a semicircular building at Forest and Ocean avenues in Laguna Beach, a gateway to downtown. CES Contemporary owner Carl E. Smith offers works on paper, collages and prints (949.370.0554, cescontemporary.com). Shows this season include “Quadrivium,” through March 21; “Saturn Return,” which includes Stepanka Peterka’s One Shadow, left, March 23-April 16; and “Ira Svobodová” May 4-30. The location inspires the name of Forest & Ocean (949.371.3313, forestoceangallery.com); owners Ludo and Barbara Leideritz have created a co-op for nearly a dozen artists—photographers like themselves and ceramicists—who take turns manning the gallery. 480 Ocean Ave., Laguna Beach

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North County

(Left to right) Honda Center and Disney’s California Adventure in Anaheim; Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove.

Anaheim, Buena Park, Orange and Fullerton offer theme parks, sports venues and other attractions.

Long before orange groves and Walt Disney shaped the landscape of Anaheim, and before Napa Valley became a household name, German immigrants made the area California’s first wine country. Today’s Anaheim still fuels high times and joyful memories with world-class attractions that make it the gateway to endless fun.

Anaheim

Making millions of dreams come true every year, Disneyland is beloved by children of every age. Since Walt Disney opened the main gate in July 1955, families have made the pilgrimage, starting on Main Street, U.S.A., and exploring the theme park’s eight famous lands, from Frontierland to Toontown. Captured in countless vacation photographs, iconic landmarks such as the snowcapped Matterhorn, Sleeping Beauty’s castle and the Haunted Mansion beckon even as new attractions debut. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade has whimsical floats and rousing live music sure to have people dancing to many of their favorite Disney tunes.

Travel to the deep, dark corners of the universe in 3-D on the freshly revised Star Tours: The Adventures Continue in Tomorrowland.

Sister park Disney California Adventure launches Cars Land, adding 12 acres and three attractions—notably Radiator Springs Racers—inspired by the Disney-Pixar film Cars. Guests enter along Buena Vista Street, evoking the era when Walt Disney arrived in Los Angeles; Carthay Circle Theatre houses an elegant restaurant. World of Color still wows nightly with choreographed fountains, lights, lasers, music, animation and Disney storytelling. The thrills never end at California Screamin’, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and, for the less daring, Soarin’ Over California, an amazing simulation of gliding above the gorgeous Golden State.

Adjacent Downtown Disney is a welcome freebie—no admission, though restraint may be necessary to avoid splurging in the lively promenade’s shops, cafés and entertainment venues such as House of Blues, Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen and ESPN Zone. Eateries range from fast to fancy, but none outclasses Napa Rose in the dazzling Grand Californian Hotel.

When it’s time to shop, eat and play some more, amble over to Anaheim GardenWalk, a still-growing collection of shopping and dining options in an outdoor setting. For indoor entertainment, consider bowling at 300 Anaheim, viewing a first-run movie at UltraStar Cinemas—some with motion seats—or shaking your tail feathers at sultry Heat Ultra Lounge.

Nearby, The Ranch, a sophisticated restaurant and super-fun saloon modeled on the late Crazy Horse, makes the North County’s most smashing dining debut since Napa Rose.

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HONDA CENTER AND crystal cathedral, EDWIN SANTIAGO; california adventure, BJARNE G. JENSEN. barbeer, sarah trainor

Boldface names and sports-section action are the lure at Honda Center, a top venue for touring acts, home ice for the Anaheim Ducks hockey team. Its stage draws pop performers such as Rihanna, and its ice hosts skating extravaganzas. Across the street at Angel Stadium, “the Big A,” major-league baseball rules when the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim play; arena rock acts such as U2 invade when the team’s on tour. Anaheim Convention Center unveils a striking new Grand Plaza; the Anaheim Bolts soccer team plays in the center’s arena.

Just north of the Disneyland Resort is Anaheim’s downtown. The new Anaheim Packing District includes Center Street Promenade, with its hip new shops and restaurants; a former Packard showroom housing new Umami Burger; and, coming soon, the Anaheim Packing House, featuring 20 mostly foodie vendors. Muzeo is a small museum in the Carnegie Library building (1908). NHL and Olympic-size rinks at Anaheim Ice, training facility for the Anaheim Ducks, are open for skating daily.

BUENA PARK

Roller coaster fans, Old West enthusiasts and boysenberry-jam fiends flock to Knott’s Berry Farm, a theme park with roots back to 1934, when farmers Walter and Cordelia Knott opened a roadside stand selling berries and a diner dishing fried chicken.

Diners still feast on drumsticks and berry pie at Knott’s Chicken Dinner restaurant, and shoppers wander through the California Marketplace; both enjoy the brick-by-brick replica (1966) of Independence Hall.

Inside the park, a daunting collection of roller coasters separates the bold from the bashful. Xcelerator rockets to 82 mph in

2.3 seconds. Silver Bullet turns riders upside down six times. GhostRider is one of the world’s longest and tallest wooden coasters.

Less hair-raising are the High Sierra Ferris Wheel and kiddie rides at Camp Snoopy.

Explore bygone eras without leaving Beach Boulevard. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament revisits an 11th century castle.

Audiences cheer jousting knights while serfs and wenches serve a four-course feast; the pageantry stars Lipizzaner stallions. It’s near impossible to leave Pirate’s Dinner Adventure without a swagger and a swashbuckling tale.

A belly-filling banquet fortifies guests for skirmishes aboard a replicated 18th century Spanish galleon in an indoor lagoon.

ORANGE

Old Towne Orange is often used for movies and commercials, thanks to its Norman Rockwell aura and diligently preserved pre-1940 homes and buildings. Anchored by a picturesque traffic circle—oval, technically—at Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street, the walkable district is on the National Register of Historic Places. Once overflowing with antique shops, the zone now makes room for cafes, lounges and restaurants, too. The Orange Chamber of Commerce (439 E. Chapman Ave.) offers a map of historic sights.

Chapman University, one of the state’s oldest private universities, marks its 150th year.

To the east are the bucolic hills of Irvine Park; its petite Orange County Zoo is ideal for wee ones, who also enjoy the narrow-gauge train.

Big kids go for The Outlets at Orange, a collection of retailers at once high-end and discount. Draws include Last Call by Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th. Families fall like pins for hip bowling alley Lucky Strike Lanes and flock to new Thrill It Fun

Center. Teens can’t resist Vans Skatepark.

Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove is a must-tour for architecture buffs. Philip Johnson’s striking structure is enclosed by 10,000 silver-tinted windows. Two more renowned architects are represented: Richard Neutra’s Tower of Hope and Richard Meier’s International Center for Positive Thinking.

FULLERTON

Most visitors to Fullerton, home of sprawling Cal State Fullerton, flock to the historic core along Harbor Boulevard, with its endless supply of boutiques and watering holes. SoCo (for south of Commonwealth) is jammed with pubs, clubs, cafés and restaurants a short stroll from the historic train station.

Significant sights nearby include Fullerton Museum Center, offering dynamic exhibits including a gallery devoted to Leo Fender, native son and pioneer of the electric guitar.

The museum offers maps pinpointing fine examples of architecture styles within walking distance. A short drive away, the stately Muckenthaler Cultural Center hosts varied design and art events and exhibits.

Back at CSUF, the Fullerton Arboretum is a garden of delights, with streams, trails, flowering plants and a restored Victorian cottage. A few miles east in Yorba Linda is the modest birthplace of Richard Nixon. The tiny home and an impressive rose garden are on the handsome grounds of the Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace, a rich repository chronicling the president’s public and private life.

Neighboring Brea, once an oil town, now takes pride in its Birch Street Promenade, which offers contemporary retailers, casual restaurants, cinema and stand-up comedy.

For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a map of these neighborhoods, see page 62.

THRILLS ON DECK

great find Get in touch with your inner Top Gun! Flightdeck in Anaheim is an incredibly realistic flightsimulation center offering nine fighter-jet simulators and a Boeing 737 simulator; you can experience the thrill of air-to-air combat and aerial maneuvers at 600 knots in authentic military scenarios—and those all-important landings!—or feel what it’s like to take the controls of a commercial airliner. Participants get 20 minutes of classroom training, then don flight suits, before takeoff; in-flight instruction is also provided. Guests can relax in the Officers Club and watch the aerial action on 10 large LCD screens. Stats are posted. 1650 S. Sinclair St., Anaheim, 714.937.1511, flightdeck1.com

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holey moley!

How to play tHe signature “wow” Holes at tHree superb golf courses.

BY PATRICK MOTT AND JOHN WEYLER

AnAheim hills Golf CoURse Anaheim hills, Par 71, 6,266 yards. Designer: Richard Bigler The Course The old-growth sycamores and tree-lined fairways have attracted players to this challenging central Orange County course for more than 40 years. And there’s a reason the locals call this layout simply “The Hills.” Bill Martin, the venue’s second president, once said you had to be “three-quarters mountain goat to play here.”

Design changes in the late ’90s removed some forced carries, blind tee shots and extreme changes in elevation, but many holes still favor guile over brute force. Flat lies are still the exception rather than the rule so—unless you’re part mountain goat—you’ll want to rent a cart.

The Signature Hole The par-5 12th, a 501-yard, uphill dogleg right, gives the course its reputation as a hike. It’s a long uphill walk from tee to green. There is water off the fairway 240 yards from the tee, and a hardscrabble hill discourages cutting the dogleg. The small, two-tiered green on the top of the hill is a nice finishing touch.

Don’t even think about getting there in two. The steep hill makes it difficult even for lower handicap players—but maybe not the lowest.

“There aren’t too many people who can hit that green in two,” says former assistant pro Ward Lyon, “although I did see [former PGA and Champions tour pro] Al Geiberger hit driver and 7-iron into it once.”

stRAwBeRRy fARms Golf ClUB irvine, Par 71, 6,700 yards. Designer: Jim lipe The Course If faith is the belief in things not seen, you might want to rely a bit more on pure reason when playing Strawberry Farms, says head professional Tom McCray, PGA. The fairways, McCray says, are “generous,” but depending on which tee box you hit from, they can appear narrower. “Hit it where you can see it” is his advice. In other words, take a thorough look at what’s ahead before you hit. Be sure of your target, otherwise you might soon be hiking in taller timber.

It pays to play in your comfort zone when you’re faced with a course

that meanders back into the hills through all sorts of native coastal vegetation. In fact, says McCray, that native vegetation—and a handful of protected environmentally sensitive areas—forms the course’s “defense.”

The Signature Hole There’s a reservoir in the middle of the layout, back in the hills, and the par-4 10th hole sits on top of it. This offers players a fine view of the back nine, the surrounding hills and, on clear days, the distant mountains. Like much of the rest of the course, this is a “to thine own self be true” hole: Golfers must “take inventory of their game” in order to make a decision as to how to play it, McCray says.

Much of the landing area for tee shots can’t be seen from the tee; the green is bunkered along the left side, and the fairway tilts from right to left toward the reservoir. The hole calls for a precise driver for the confident—or a hybrid or long iron to the landing area.

tUstin RAnCh Golf ClUB tustin, Par 72, 6,803 yards. Designer: ted Robinson sr.

The Course This is a classic resort-style layout, with homes overlooking many of the holes, and it’s intended to challenge all skill levels.

Try not to let your approach shots or your putter betray you here, because half the greens on the course are multilevel. In other words, you need to be able to place your approach shots on the correct level, depending on the pin placement, in order to start thinking about oneputting. Prevailing winds—usually out of the southwest—need to be gauged for their strength to ensure proper club selection; the palm trees offer a good clue.

The Signature Hole The par-3 11th, at 170 yards from the tips, can be intimidating, particularly because of the 155-yard carry over water.

Throw in a multilevel green and a quartering wind and you’ve got yourself a chin-scratcher. It’s beautiful to look at. But keep your ego in the bag and take one extra club if the wind’s fresh.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON LOCAL COURSES, SEE GOLF LISTINGS ON PAGE 53.

(Left to right) Strawberry Farms Golf Club, Hole 10; Anaheim Hills Golf Course, Hole 12; Tustin Ranch Golf Club, Hole 11

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Despite stunning the baseball world with the signings last season of Albert Pujols and C.J. Wilson, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim failed to make the playoffs for a third straight year—uncharacteristic for the previously perennial contender that had won eight American League Western Division titles, fostered two MVP and two Cy Young winners and, in 2002, won the World Series. With outfielder Josh Hamilton just signed and Rookie of the Year Mike Trout (pictured) returning, the team should realize its power potential this season; highlights include the opening homestand April 9-14 against the Oakland Athletics and Houston Astros and games May 29-30 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. p. 48

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Dining SPOTLIGHT

American A RESTAURANT Stylish, nostalgic spot with red-leather booths gives dishes such as beef Stroganoff, pot roast and scallops an of-the-moment treatment. Café/market adjacent. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Su). 3334 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.650.6505 $$$ Map N13 ANDREI’S CONSCIOUS CUISINE & COCKTAILS Conscientiously created dishes (warm octopus salad, orange-infused beef short rib, goat-cheese cheesecake), superb cocktails, striking decor. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 2607 Main St., Irvine, 949.387.8887 $$ Map D4 BACK BAY BISTRO Snazzy spot on bay at the Dunes; retractable roof. Cancun-style shrimp cocktail, Southwest lettuce wraps, New York steak pomodoro. B (Sa-Su), L (daily), D (Th-Su), Br (Sa). Newport Dunes, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, 949.729.1144 $$ Map M14 BAYSIDE Stylish spot offers a limited view of the harbor canals and first-rate New American fare. The handsome space and sprawling bar and patio draw a local crowd for exec lunches, romantic dinners and lazy brunches. Live jazz; art displays. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Su). 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 949.721.1222 $$$ Map M14

Dive In “Smokin’ good food,” touts new DivBar Smokehouse Barbecue in Newport Beach, a harborside spot with riotous decor. Start with a Spam slider (no kidding!) or pulledpork slider, above, or the mac ’n’ cheese with Taleggio cheese, crushed truffles and Parmesan tuile that opening chef Bill Bracken used to serve at the Peninsula Beverly Hills. For the duck fries, smoked duck and roasted shallot aioli top perfectly crisped fried russet chunks.

Slow-smoked meats including tri-tip, short ribs and brisket burnt ends get top billing, but the broasted chicken should —order a pail for the table!

Finish with the chocolatepeanut butter bread pudding.

DivBar is set back from Coast Highway; look for the giant chicken on the roof. p. 30

THE BEACHCOmBER On Crystal Cove State Park beach; inside, it’s like a weatherworn yacht. Roasted French feta; rib-eye with wild-mushroom-and-truffle-mac; and the Gimme S’mores! dessert. Outdoor Bootlegger Bar. Shuttle from Los Trancos lot. B, L, D (daily). 15 Crystal Cove, Newport Beach, 949.376.6900 $$ Map E4 BROADWAY BY AmAR SANTANA Popular spot offers creative “cuisine of the Americas,” e.g., pan-roasted sea scallops with sea urchin risotto, passion fruit, jalapeño, sea beans and chive flowers, and pan-roasted lamb belly with cumin caramel and carrot “textures.” 328 Glenneyre St., Laguna Beach, 949.715.8234 $$$ Map H15 CHAPTER ONE: THE mODERN LOCAL Hip librarythemed spot offers creative fare (skirt steak with apple chimichurri sauce, yucca fries; soft chocolate ganache with chocolate “soil,” soy caramel, fried wontons) and “culinary cocktails.” Open until 2 am. L, D (daily). 227 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714.352.2225 $$ Map H13 CHARLIE PALmER Awash in sunshine by day, smartly lit by night, star chef Charlie Palmer’s space is superstylish, roomy and relaxed. Exceptional modern American dishes favor top-flight purveyors. Palmer’s wine shop, DG Burger are adjacent. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.352.2525 $$$ Map D3 CLAIm JUmPER Craftsman-style spots offer rotisserie chicken, fresh fish, baby-back ribs, pot pie, salads, Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake and craft beers.

L, D (daily). Seven locations include South Coast Plaza, 3333 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.434.8479; 7971 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.523.3227; 2250 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, 714.836.6658 $$ Maps J13, H8, G13 CROSSROADS AT HOUSE OF BLUES Southern hospitality and rafter-raising music. Shrimp and grits, jambalaya, buttermilk-fried chicken, St. Louis ribs, chilibraised short ribs. Sunday Gospel Brunch. L, D (daily); Br (Su). Downtown Disney, 1530 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.778.BLUE $$ Map I10 THE DECK Open-air spot serves breezy cocktails and beach fare such as burgers and baked clams, as well as a flat-iron steak and paella for two, steps from the sand.

L, D (daily). Pacific Edge Hotel 627 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Laguna Beach, 949.494.6700 $$ Map I15 DIvBAR SmOKEHOUSE BARBECUE Spot with superfun decor on the harbor has menu created by opening chef Bill Bracken (Peninsula Beverly Hills) including superb

Guidelines

Restaurants are listed by city on page 46. Map locators at the end of each listing (Map A3; Map H10, etc.) refer to maps on pages 62-63. Compendium includes editors’ recommendations and advertisers.

Index

American .............................. 30 Belgian.....................................32 Brewpubs/Gastropubs ....32 California................................32 Continental............................33 Eclectic....................................33 French..................................... 34 Indian...................................... 34 International ........................ 34

Italian .......................................35 Japanese ................................36 Mediterranean.....................36 Mexican/Latin .....................37 Seafood...................................37 Steak .......................................40 Thai............................................41 Themed ...................................41 Quick Bites .............................41

broasted chicken, duck fries, Spam sliders, split-pea soup and corn off the cob as well as pizza and headlining slowmade baby-back ribs and brisket. L, D (Daily). 2601 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.675.7427 $$ Map N13 GREAT mAPLE Rustic spot in Fashion Island’s Nordstrom wing offers creative small plates, wood-fired flatbreads, 10-spice grass-fed-beef burger, fried pasta, blue cheese-pink peppercorn flat-iron steak, peanut butter banana split. L, D (daily). 1133 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.706.8282 $$ Map L15 THE IRON PRESS Savory and sweet waffle sandwiches —grilled panko-crusted tilapia with Lucky Habanero Mango Firecracker Salsa, Belgian waffle with Nutella and seasonal fruit—and California beers. L (Daily), D (Tu-Sa).

South Coast Collection, 3321 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa, 714.426.8088 $ Map J12 JULIETTE KITCHEN + BAR Former owners of the Filling Station in Orange take over the space left by Tradition by Pascal, serving excellent New American fare and adding adjacent wine merchant. Chef Daniel Hyatt hails from L.A.’s Delius. L (M-Sa), D (T-Sa). 1000 Bristol St., Newport Beach, 949.752.5854 $$$ Map J13 LEATHERBY’S CAFé ROUGE Chic, and sleek affair makes graceful use of its site within the glittering Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Cuttingedge cuisine includes menus themed to Broadway shows next door. Ideal for pre- or post-performance.

D (Tu-Su). 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.429.7640 $$$ Map J13 mEmPHIS Southern, Cajun-Creole and Southwest dishes in a hip retro setting. Start with gumbo or the pulled-pork sliders. L (M-F), D (W-Sa), Br (Su). 2920 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.432.7685; 201 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714.564.1064 $$ Map J13, G13 PALm TERRACE “New edamame,” prime rib short ribs sous vide in California red wine and dazzling desserts served amid tropical urban oasis decor. B, L, D (daily).

The Island Hotel, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.760.4920 $$$$ Map L15 PARK AvE Owner-chef David Slay’s creative renditions of classic American fare feature house-made and homegrown specialties. Most produce meticulously grown on premises; visit the garden! Architecture is Googie, decor midcentury retro. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su). 11200 Beach Blvd., Stanton, 714.901.4400 $$ Map I8 PAUL mARTIN’S AmERICAN GRILL Restaurateur Paul Fleming (P.F. Chang’s, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse) opens spot done in dark woods, brick and balsa-wood chandeliers, presents menu featuring mesquite-grilled items. L, D (daily). Irvine Spectrum Center, 31 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.453.1144 $$ Map D5

Chuck Norris once owned Woody’s Wharf; his doormen included Jean-Claude Van Damme. Guests at the Newport Beach spot have included Cary Grant and Mickey Mantle. p. 40

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A Family Restaurant 2012 Golden Foodie Award for “Best Italian Restaurant�

7 Private Rooms Catering Parties Cooking Classes Tapas

Antonello Ristorante & Enoteca Wine Bar

Passion & Tradition From Our Family to Your Table 3800 South Plaza Drive | Santa Ana | 714 751 7153 | antonello.com

Rotelle

Fried Calamari

Lasagna

Quattro Cafe

Contemporary Northern Italian Cuisine

3333 Bristol Street | Costa Mesa | 714 754 0300 | quattrocafe.com

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Dining Torta del Nonna at Antonello

Belgian BRUsseLs BistRO Belgian menu, drinks, decor. Chicon gratin (endives, white sauce and cheeses), roasted salmon with pesto oil and Belgian stoemp; crepes flambés. Allyou-can-eat moules frites M-W. DJs/dancing F-Sa after 10:30 pm. L (Sa-Su), D (nightly). 222 Forest Ave., Laguna Beach, 949.376.7955 $$ Map H15 BRUXie The county’s original waffle sandwiches is still the best. Hot tickets: Pastrami Bruxie, Creamsicle float.

Plus waffle fries, cane-sugar sodas and Wisconsin frozen custard. All items under $10. B, L, D (daily). 292 N. Glassell St., Orange, 714.633.3900; 215 W. Birch St., Brea, 714.255.1188 $ Map C4 and A3

Brewpubs and Gastropubs PLAYGROUND New. Chef Jason Quinn, whose Lime Truck won the Food Network’s “Great Food Truck Race,” offers New American small plates (e.g., “Knuckle Sandwich!!!!!!!!,” “Jamaican Jerk Snow Crab”), a tip-top-tier off-the-menu burger and craft beers. L, D (daily). 220 E. Fourth St., Santa Ana, 714.560.4444 $$ Map H13 RALPh BReNNAN’s JAzz KitcheN Creole cuisine and New Orleans jazz (beaded piano!) at festive spot inspired by New Orleans’ French Quarter. Pasta jambalaya, Gumbo Ya-Ya, Creole calamari, bananas Foster. Beignets at Jazz Kitchen Express; romantic dining upstairs; casual meals downstairs. Downtown Disney, 1590 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.776.5200 $$ Map I10 the RANch Sophisticated restaurant and super-fun, glittering saloon. Amid cedar beams and flagstone, chef Michael Rossi presents Kobe beef carpaccio with pecorino Romano, wild arugula and truffle; silver barramundi with white shrimp and Castroville artichokes; and bone-in cowboy rib-eye. Separate entrance for saloon. 1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, 714.817.4200 $$$ Map I11 RAmOs hOUse cAfé The county’s best breakfast, and one of its best restaurants of any kind, is served in an 1881 house steps from the train tracks in the historic Los Rios district. Soju bloody mary is a meal in itself; pain perdu is a specialty. B, L (Tu-Su). 31752 Los Rios St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.1342 $$ Map I17 sANDY’s BeAch GRiLL Steps from the sand at Huntington Beach Pier; same owners as Duke’s. Sunnyside’s Famous Fried Zucchini; Beer Can Half-Chicken; Prime steak and fries. B (Sa-Su); L, D (daily). 315 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, 714.374.7273 $$ Map N9 seAsONs 52 No deep-frying. No dish more than 475 calories. Lots of flavor. Fabulous piano bar, stylish decor, eclectic seasonal menu, Mini Indulgences desserts, superior wine list. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa, 714.437.5252 $$ Map J13 stONehiLL tAveRN Chef Michael Mina’s urbane ode to New American dining, in shimmering room at St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort, turns the cozy tavern concept on its ear, bringing the ocean indoors via windows, mirrors and veranda seating. D (Tu-Su). 1 Monarch Beach Resort Drive, Dana Point, 949.234.3318 $$$ Map J17 thRee seveNtY cOmmON Chef Ryan Adams sets the tone with maple bacon popcorn instead of bread and is off and running with winning fare such as wild-mushroom bruschetta with Parmesan and bitter greens. 370 Glenneyre St., Laguna Beach, 949.494.8686 $$ Map H15 zimzALA Surfer-chic restaurant-and-bar at stylish Shorebreak Hotel offers stylish “American/beach comfort” cuisine to match—and superb Cal-Med dishes.

Br, D (daily). 500 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, 714.960.5050 $$ Map N9

AmeRicAN tAveRN New. Family-friendly spot at Hotel Menage with curvilinear bar. Chili-seared edamame; flash-grilled Caesar salad; cheddar-ale burger; chimichurri flat-iron steak. B, L, D (daily). 1221 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.758.0900 $$ Map I10 the ceLLAR Subterranean setting at 1920s-era California Hotel oozes with character. Pork-belly sliders; Three B Hash with bacon, Brussels sprouts and butternut squash; Colorado lamb osso buco; Meyer lemon soufflé. D (Tu-Su). 305 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, 714.525.5682 $$$ Map A3 the cROw BAR AND KitcheN Cut-above creative fare from James Beard Award-nominated chef John Cuevas, ex-Montage Beverly Hills. Superb brew selection.

D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 2325 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, 949.675.0070 $$ Map M16 hAveN GAstROPUB Adventurous fare and palateprovoking handcrafted beers on tap. Vadouvan-crusted lamb belly with spiced rutabaga and house harissa; sticky toffee pudding with brown-butter-bourbon ice cream; and one of the county’s best burgers. L, D (daily). 190 S. Glassell St., Orange, 714.221.0680 $$ Map C4 Jt schmiD’s RestAURANt AND BReweRY Known for beers brewed on-site and brewpub cuisine. Woodfired pizzas, Prime steaks, seafood, pastas and burgers share menu with jambalaya, fish tacos and sashimi. L, D (daily). 2610 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.634.9200; 2415 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.0333 $$ Map I11, C4 mULDOON’s Dublin pub and Celtic bar; gastropub food years before the word was invented. Off-the-menu Black Bush Stew with shot of Irish whiskey and baby lamb chop.

L, D (Tu-Su); Br (Su). 202 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.640.4110 $$ Map L15 siDe DOOR Superb spot shares historic building (replica of England’s oldest inn) with dining landmark Five Crowns; regional accolades in 2011 include Restaurant of the Year. D (nightly), Br (Su). 3801 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, 949.717.4322 $$ Map M16 sLAteR’s 50/50 Design your own burger. Or try the Flamin’ Hot, Peanut Butter & Jellousy or Fritos Crunch burgers. Signature patty is half beef, half bacon. Superior brew list. L, D (daily). 8082 Adams Ave., Huntington Beach, 714.594.5730; 6362 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim Hills, 714.685.1103 $$ Maps L9, B5 tiLteD KiLt PUB & eAteRY Celtic-themed pub near Honda Center with spacious patio and servers in plaid mini-kilts. Drunken clams, Scottish cheesesteak, Olde Dublin stew. Sports on 48 screens. L, D (daily). 1625 W. Katella Ave., Orange 714.633.5458 $$ Maps I11

California Cuisine BAmBú Creative fare creatively presented in a four-story atrium amid lush palms, orchids and bamboo trees; sea-

sonal regional foods Asian, French and Italian influences.

Four-course prix-fixe lunch. B, L, D (daily). Fairmont Newport Beach, 4500 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach, 949.476.2001 $$$ Map K14 the cALifORNiAN Contemporary, elegant fine-dining room with creative cuisine, ocean views. Roastedchicken tortilla soup; pan-seared salmon with gremolata crust; goat cheesecake. B, L, D (daily). Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort, 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, 714.698.1234 $$ Map N9 K’YA BistRO BAR Handsome bistro at Hotel La Casa del Camino offers expansive selection of small plates and wines by the glass. Wild Hawaiian poke, goat cheese-fennel-orange salad, grilled filet mignon, truffle risotto and Lobster macaroni ’n’ cheese. B, L, D (daily). Hotel La Casa del Camino, 1289 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.376.9718 $$ Map I15 NAPA ROse Wine country at the Disney Resort. Stunning celebration of beauty in the bottle and the bounty of nature; ace chef Andrew Sutton conjures sophisticated seasonal American dishes. The stylish setting has a relaxed air, thanks to a polished staff (including dozens of sommeliers) eager to tailor memorable meals. D (nightly). Grand Californian Hotel, 1600 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.635.2300 $$$ Map I10 shADes Casual elegance, deft Cal-Continental menu and ocean views make this a popular steak (boutique ranch meats) and seafood destination. Lavish brunch (unlimited crab legs!) on poolside patio. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). Waterfront Hilton, 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, 714.845.8444 $$ Map N9 6iX PARK GRiLL Applewood-fired grill fare in airy space with floor-to-ceiling windows and garden terrace.

Roasted-chicken tortilla soup; grilled diver scallops with coconut bacon rice, broccoli rabe and butternut squash beurre blanc. B, L, D (daily). Hyatt Regency Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, 949.225.6666 $$ Map J14 sPLAshes RestAURANt AND BAR Indoors by the fireplace or on the patio steps from the sand, the water’s-edge Pacific view provides a dramatic backdrop for meals meant to be gorgeous memories. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). Surf & Sand Hotel, 1555 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.497.4477, Ext. 550 $$$ Map H15 stUDiO Airy bluff-top Arts and Crafts-style bungalow with stunning azure and endless Pacific view oozes an offhand luxury befitting its premium resort setting. Chef Craig Strong reaches far beyond the predictably posh with an ambitious menu of creative Cal-French cuisine.

D (Tu-Su). Montage Resort & Spa, 30801 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 866.271.6953 $$$$ Map I16 sUNDRieD tOmAtO cAfe Eclectic, bold Cal-Med. Creamy sun-dried-tomato soup with Gorgonzola; crispy blackened chicken spring rolls; chopped salad. 361 Forest Ave., Laguna Beach, 949.494.3312 (L, D daily); 31781 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.661.1167 (L, D daily; Br Sa-Su); 821 Via Suerte, San Clemente, 949.388.5757 (L, D daily; Br Su). $$ Map H15, I17, K17 tABU GRiLL Local in-spot/Zagat high scorer brings on two new chefs, Rayne Frey and Moriah Robison, who continue its winning ways. D (nightly). 2892 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.494.7743 $$$ Map I16 tANGeRiNe GRiLL Find culinary California adventure opposite Disney’s California Adventure. Consider tangerine chicken, tangerine scallops or Malibu culotte steak.

B, L, D (daily). Anabella Hotel, 1030 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.772.1186 $$ Map I10 the twisteD viNe Cozy neighborhood wine bar offers winning savory and sweet small plates. L (Tu-Su), D (nightly). 127 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, 714.871.1200 $ Map B3

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vINE Laid-back beach burg takes wine-country detour at top spot for poised California cuisine and enlightened wine selections. Surfer-chef-owner Justin Monson’s seasonal cookery suits the hand-hewn space. Adjacent St. Roy Chef’s Pub. D (Tu-Sa). 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2079 $$$ Map south of F6 vUE “Forward-thinking California coastal cuisine” on a bluff overlooking Dana Point Harbor. Outside, the ocean breeze and fire pit add to the romantic ambience. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort, 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, 949.661.5000 $$$ Map J16

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REDONDO BEACH 665 North Harbor Drive (310) 318 3474

THE WINERY Renowned chef-partner Yvon Goetz offers superior contemporary California regional cuisine at handsome, bustling spot at the District at Tustin Legacy.

The freshest seafood, wild game and USDA Prime steaks complemented with wines from the 7,000-bottle cellar.

Excellent bar menu. L (M-F), D (nightly). 2647 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.7600 $$$ Map J14

Continental FIvE CROWNS Venerated Lawry’s spot in English inn replica gets new decor, new chef, new dishes. Prime rib and other favorites stay. Superb SideDoor Gastropub is adjacent. D (nightly), Br (Su). 3801 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, 949.760.0331 $$$ Map M16 THE HOBBIT Dinners are a transporting experience at this homey hacienda revered for special occasions.

Multicourse prix-fixe affair includes cocktails upstairs, elaborate appetizers in the wine cellar, new Continental classics in newly redone elegant dining rooms. Menu changes weekly. Reservations essential. D (W-Su). 2932 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, 714.997.1972 $$$$ Map J11 NIEUPORT 17 Venerated spot named for World War I fighter plane attracts fine-diners, famed aviators.

Amazing collection of aviation memorabilia on the walls; German hunt lodge decor. Beef Wellington, aged handcut steaks, prime rib, fresh seafood. “Aviation” pop-up dinners. Live entertainment, vintage cocktails and gastropub appetizers in the convivial Barnstormer Lounge.

L (M-F), D (nightly). Lafayette Plaza, 13051 Newport Ave., Tustin, 714.731.5130 $$ Map C4

brunch. lunch. dinner.

ORANGE HILL Hilltop hideaway with endless city-light views; traditional and updated fare includes seafood, prime rib, lobster. Orange Bar has retro orange theme and orange piano. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 6410 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, 714.997.2910 $$ Map C5 21 OCEANFRONT Romantic restaurant offers sunset views, cozy bars, classic decor, award-winning wine list, servers in black tie and menu featuring abalone, oysters Rockefeller, jumbo prawns and superb crab legs. Topnotch steaks and osso buco, too. Live entertainment in the lounge. D (nightly). 2100 W. Oceanfront (Newport Pier), Newport Beach, 949.673.2100 $$$ Map N13

Eclectic BISTANGO Beautifully presented contemporary cuisine, extensive wine list, changing contemporary art exhibits and jazz nightly. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 19100 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, 949.752.5222 $$$ Map K14

sustainable seafood & prime aged steaks. endless champagne brunch saturday & sunday. late night lounge thursday - saturday. happy hour monday - friday. private events.

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mIX Executive chef Kyung Soo Carroll offers imaginative, often organic “classical French and nuevo American fusion” cuisine in the atrium lobby of the Anaheim Hilton. B, L, D (daily). 777 Convention Way, Anaheim, 714.740.4412 $$ Map I10 SAPPHIRE LAGUNA Chef Azmin Ghahreman offers globally inspired dishes at his stylish restaurant and lounge. Begin with Vietnamese duck spring rolls, move on to paella or prime rib-eye with truffled fries. Gourmet pantry for picnic and takeout. Popular patio has partial ocean view. L (M-F), D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 1200 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.9888 $$$ Map I15

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Dining STARFISH Culinary concept by Nancy Wilhelm, owner of Zagat-topping Tabu Grill, offers “AmerAsian” cuisine— American takes on cuisines of Thailand, Vietnam, China, Korea and India with a nice lacing of heat—amid Asian art deco decor. L (W-Sa), D (daily). 30832 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.9200 $$$ Map I16 TRUE FOOD KITCHEN Healthful-living author Andrew Weil presents globally inspired, locally sourced dishes in cheery room and on inviting patio with linear fire pit.

More healthful cocktails; biodynamic, organic wines. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Fashion Island, 451 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.644.2400 $$$ Map L15

French BRASSERIE PASCAL Venerated Pascal Olhats offers croque monsieur, steak tartare with fries, seafood vol-auvent, côte de bœuf with béarnaise-truffle sauce. Prix-fixe “best of Pascal” dinner menus in new Tradition Room T-Th. L, D (daily). Fashion Island, 327 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.640.2700 $$ Map L15

A French Bistro �Bakery Featuring fresh soup, sandwiches, salads, pasta and French specialties served in a casual dining atmosphere.

Serving Breakfast, Lunch � Dinner

GEMMELL’S Fine chef Byron Gemmell serves up fairly traditional French fare and adds California touches.

Casserole of escargots; hearts of palm and crab; roasted duck. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 34471 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.234.0063 $$$ Map K16 MARCHÉ MODERNE Chef Florent Marneau and pastry chef wife Amelia raise the bistro to delicious heights with their unstuffy but oh-so-French effort. He revels in what’s seasonal. Dessert? Exquisite cheeses or Amelia’s transcendent desserts. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.434.7900 $$$ Map D3 PINOT PROVENCE Sophisticated French-Med dishes from Patina Group favored for executive lunches, pre-theater dinners, brunch and special occasions. Dining room has massive stone fireplace; charming walled patio. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Westin South Coast Plaza, 686 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, 714.444.5900 $$$ Map J13

South Coast Plaza Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-557-1734 www.viedefrance.com

VIE DE FRANCE Classic onion soup, breads and pastries baked fresh daily, sandwiches made to order, desserts homemade at charming bistro and bakery.

B, L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.557.1734 $ Map J13

Indian ROYAL KHYBER Acclaimed spot, often cited as the county’s best Indian, marks 30 years. Warm eggplant salad; lobster masala; signature Khyber’s Nectar, lamb shanks simmered 14 hours with aromatic spices. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza Village, 3333 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.557.5679 $$$ Map J13 TAMARIND Sibling to London’s Michelin-starred spot serves Moghul-derived tandoor-oven favorites and seasonal fare—and now London’s Michelin-starred chef Alfred Prasad is cooking here. L, D (daily). Crystal Cove Promenade, East Coast Highway and Crystal Heights Drive, Newport Coast $$$ Map J13

International ANQI Innovative cuisine dominated by small plates: backlit bar and glass catwalk over running stream contribute to sexy setting. Filet mignon pot stickers, secret-recipe garlic noodles, and molecular gastronomy with advance notice. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.557.5679 $$$ Map J13 CAPITAL SEAFOOD More than 100 kinds of dim sum, offered from pushed steam carts at lunch, plus Asian tapas, clay-pot items, tofu, noodles and congees at Irvine Spectrum Center. House-special lobster, honey-glazed walnut shrimp, roasted Peking duck. L, D (daily). 85 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.788.9218 $$ Map D5

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Dining MARRAKESH Moroccan multicourse prix-fixe feasts including b’stilla (phyllo-chicken pie), sans silverware.

Great value. Belly dancing (W-Su). D (nightly). 1976 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, 949.645.8384 $$ Map L13

the finest prime steaks s the freshest seafood exquisite wines s genuine service s private dining live entertainment 7 nights a week

Italian ANAHEIM WHITE HOUSE Restored 1909 manor offers romantic setting; dramatic presentations of refined northern Italian cuisine, impeccably served in silk-draped rooms. Presentations give it the wow factor. Gazebo for garden dining. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Su). 887 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714.772.1381 $$$ Map I10 ANDREA Elegant but remarkably unstuffy setting offers spectacular views of elysian vistas and the ocean, regional cuisine of northern Italy. Paccheri with lobster, sweet peas and arugula; red beet-root risotto with Gorgonzola dolce.

Pasta and gelato handmade in dedicated rooms. L, D (daily). Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 Pelican Hill Road S., Newport Coast, 949.467.6800 $$$$ Map L17

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ANTONELLO RISTORANTE Top-notch, romantic northern Italian restaurant in faux villa has new enoteca and bar menu. Don’t miss osso buco with risotto milanese. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). South Coast Plaza Village, 3800 Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, 714.751.7153 $$$ Map J13 CANALETTO Venetian-style restaurant features superb salumeria, antipasti, wood-fired pizzas and specialty meat and seafood dishes—think vermicelli Cassopipa with fish ragu, clams, mussels, scallops and grape tomatoes. L, D (daily). Fashion Island, 545 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.640.0900 $$$ Map M16 CUCINA ENOTECA California-inspired Italian classics and wine shop. Vasi (filled mini-mason jars), stuffed squash blossoms, veal piccata, short-rib pappardelle, foraged-mushroom and truffle-oil pizza. Wines are retail plus $10. L, D (daily). Irvine Spectrum Center, 31 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.861.2222 $$ Map D5 ECCO Cozy, hip spot serves up goat-cheese-stuffed squash blossoms; sophisticated wood-fired pizzas, among O.C.’s best; ricotta gnocchi with grilled prawns; pork porterhouse saltimbocca; sautéed broccoli rabe with garlic and chilies. L, D (daily). The Camp, 2937 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.444.ECCO $$ Maps J13 FRANCOLI GOURMET Convivial, handsome northern Italian destination takes a quantum leap in quality, both in style (e.g., ornate orange-glass chandelier) and cuisine since its move to Old Towne Orange. B, L, D (daily).

100 S. Glassell St., Orange, 714.288.1077 $$ Map C4 IL BARONE RISTORANTE Chef Franco Barone and wife Donatella offer distinctive fare at stylish spot hidden near John Wayne Airport. Modern-art-filled room reflects his sophisticated side, tripe his rustic Sicilian roots.

L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 4251 Martingale Way, Newport Beach, 949.955.2755 $$ Map K14

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IL DOLCE PIZZERIA Artisanal, authentic Naples-style pizzas and pastas in modest spot on a busy intersection.

The simple pepperoni pizza may be the county’s best; the pistachio pizza, with Parmesan, red onions, rosemary and Gruyère, is a more unusual delight. L, D (daily).

1902 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, 949.200.9107 $$ Map J14 IL FORNAIO Upscale casual trattoria and bakery features crusty fresh bread, house-made and imported pastas, wood-fired pizzas and roasted meats in a romantic atmosphere. L (M-Sa); D (nightly). 18051 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, 949.261.1444 $$$ Map J14 IL GARAGE Beguiling Italian spot from David Slay, of acclaimed ParkAve, in a garage, amid a 1924 tractor and red-checkered tablecloths; it overlooks the garden that inspires and supplies the menu. D (Tu-Sa). 11200 Beach Blvd., Stanton, 714.901.4400 $$ Map I8

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mARE CULINARY LOUNGE Chef-owner Allessandro Pirozzi tops his fine Cucina Alessa locations at glittery new spot. Infused pastas include limoncelloinfused mafaldine pasta with lobster tail, shallots, pinot grigio-local lemon sauce. B, L, D (daily). 696 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.9581 $$$ Map H15 NELLO CUCINA Italian steakhouse plus thin-crust pizzas and innovative pastas in South Coast Plaza’s Bear Street wing; sibling to Antonello Ristorante. L, D (daily). 3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa, 714.540.3365 $$ Map J13 PIzzERIA mOzzA Culinary stars Mario Batali, Nancy Silverton and Joseph Bastianich replicate their L.A. and Singapore collaborations. Pizzas use beguiling ingredients, distinctive dough. Start with fried squash blossoms or bone marrow al forno; end with caramel copetta with marshmallow sauce and Spanish peanuts. L, D (daily).

800 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach. $$ Map M13

Italian is more fun at Buca!

Delicious, family-style food and all the fun of an Italian gathering. It’s a recipe for good times.

PIzzERIA ORTICA Spot owned by L.A. chef David Myers (Comme Ça) offers refined authentic Neapolitan fare using intriguing ingredients beneath soaring arched ceilings and frescoes. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 650 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, 714.445.4900 $$ Map J13

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QUATTRO CAFFé Antonio Cagnolo of nearby, muchlauded Antonello Ristorante rejuvenates shoppers with stylish fare. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.754.0300 $$ Map J13

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Japanese BENIHANA The original exhibition kitchen—at your table! Fun dining experience, fun date. L (M-F), D (nightly). 4250 Birch St., Newport Beach, 949.955.0822; 2100 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, 714.774.4940 $$ Map K13, I10

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BLUEFIN Master sushi chef Takashi Abe offers exquisite sushi and hot entrées. Toro tartare with osetra caviar; seafood tempura with truffle sauce, matcha salt; prime filet mignon with mixed mushrooms. L, D (daily).

Crystal Cove Promenade, 7952 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Coast, 949.715.7373 $$$ Map M17 HAmAmORI Sparkling environment with undulating curves overlooks Bear Street. Rice cracker-coated jumbo asparagus with yuzu sea salt; tamari-marinated black cod. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa, 714.850.0880 $$$ Map J14 KATSUYA BY STARCK Splendid bento box-inspired surroundings by renowned designer Philippe Starck and huge images of geisha eyes and lips provide a striking backdrop for stunning cocktails and cuisine by master sushi chef Katsuya Uechi. L, D (daily). 858 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.793.4030 $$$ Map H16 RA SUSHI Red-globe-light-bedecked ceiling, oversized aquarium and hip soundtrack give the Huntington Beach location a club-like feel. Try the crispy Asian tacos! D (daily). The Strand, 155 Fifth St., Huntington Beach, 714.536.6390; District at Tustin Legacy, 2401 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.566.1700 $$ Map N9, D4

Mediterranean LUCCA CAFE & mARKET Euro-chic bistro, deli and wine bar is a destination for foodies seeking unusual items and dishes using artisanal and organic local ingredients. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 6507 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, 949.725.1773 $$ Map D5 mESA Stylish spot at the Camp, along the stretch of Bristol Street known as SoBeCa, offers a hip scene, retractable glass roof, intriguing decor, inventive appetizers, superb cocktails and unisex restrooms at the Camp. D (Tu-Sa). 725 Baker St., Costa Mesa, 714.557.6700 $$ Map J13

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Dining Motif Euro-eclectic dishes—grilled quail with Thai spices; cocoa-pistachio baked rack of lamb—amid ocean views. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort and Spa, 1 Monarch Beach, Dana Point, 949.234.3320 $$$ Map J16 PITA JUNGLE New. Encourages “art of eating healthy” with delicious selections including hummus trio, Med chicken salad, gyro pitas and wood-fired pizzas. Bloody mary bar at brunch. L, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 1200 Bison Ave. Newport Beach, 949.706.7711 $$ Map E4 Zéytoon Cafe Mediterranean flatbreads, paninis and salads complemented by Mediterranean beer and wines. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 412 N. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.9230 $ Map H15 Zov’s Bistro Zov Karamardian’s culinary passion propels her spots. Acclaimed Med cuisine at all locations; bakery-café in Tustin also offers jewel-like desserts and premium breads. L, D (M-Sa). 3915 Portola Parkway, Irvine, 714.734.9687; Enderle Center, 17440 E. 17th St., Tustin, 714.838.8855; 21123 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, 949.760.9687 $$$ Map C5, C4, L17

Mexican/Latin el adobe California historical landmark serving traditional Mexican fare is housed in two structures, one a 1797 adobe, the other the 1812 jail. L (M-Sa), D (nightly), Br (Su). 31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.1163 $$ Map I17 GABBI’S MEXICAN KITCHEN Old Towne day-trippers and tequila connoisseurs duck into this rustically stylish haven for spirited takes on regional Mexican fare far beyond tacos and burritos. L, D (daily). 141 S. Glassell St., Orange, 714.633.3038 $$ Map C4 Javier’s Cantina Lively siblings are known for spectacular decor and mucho-gusto ways with south-ofthe-border classics. La Tablita prepare-your-own tacos for two; chili colorado of Kurobuta pork chops in guajillo chili sauce with nopalitos. L, D (daily). 7832 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Coast, 949.494.1239; Irvine Spectrum Center, 45 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.872.2101 $$ Map H15, D5

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MATADOR CANTINA Upscale spot with red brick walls in 1899 building serves traditional dishes but also “Mexican-inspired,” such as chorizo ravioli. Also consider queso fundido and chocolate enchiladas. L, D (daily). 111 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, 714.871.8226 $$$ Map A3 RAYA Sophisticated global cuisine from chef Richard Sandoval, spectacular ocean views. Ceviches, sweet-corn soup with huitlacoche puree, roasted halibut with truffled boniato and crispy jalapeños; the churros are a must! B, L, D (daily). Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.2000 $$$ Map J16 SOL COCINA Stylish spot overlooking harbor canals features vibrant Baja-inspired dishes by Deborah Schneider, author of the cookbook Amor y Tacos. Pibil-roasted fish on a banana leaf; Kurobuta carnitas; cocktails, side dishes and flan are sensational. L, D (daily). 251 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.675.9800 $$ Map O15 Taco asylum Unusual tacos (ghost chili pork taco with chili threads and pork rinds), excellent brew selections, small-batch sodas. L, D (daily). The Camp, 2937 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.922.6010 $ Map J13

Seafood Amelia’s seafood & italian restaurant Charming local favorite for almost half a century offers scampi Caesar salad, linguine with fresh bay scallops and baby calamari in marinara sauce, and cioppino.

The intimate patio table is coveted. D (nightly), Br (F-Su). 311 Marine Ave., Balboa Island, 949.673.6580 $$ Map M15

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Dining BLUEWATER GRILL Fresh seafood selection at handsome spots changes daily. Grilled Australian barramundi, Costa Rican mahimahi, farm-raised Mississippi catfish.

Outdoor waterfront dining in Newport; fireplace patio in Tustin. L, D (daily); Br (Su). The District at Tustin Legacy, 2409 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.FISH; 630 Lido Park Drive, Newport Beach, 949.675.FISH $$ Map J14, N13 THE CATCH Sleek spot popular with baseball and hockey fans as well as concertgoers. Drunken mahimahi; tomahawk steak; flambé s’mores Alaska. Four-pound OMG burger feeds 10. L, D (Tu-Su). 2100 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.935.0101 $$ Map I11 CHART HOUSE Destinations known for seaside vistas and distinctive architecture. Seafood dishes, many with Asian touches; aged beef; and signature salad bar.

D (nightly). 34442 Green Lantern St., Dana Point, 949.493.1183; 2801 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.548.5889 $$ Map J16, M13 CRAB COOKER “Eat lotsa fish” is the motto at supercasual landmark spot; the line’s out the door in Newport Beach. L (M-Sa); D (nightly). 2200 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, 949.673.0100; 17260 E. 17th St., Tustin, 714.573.1077 $ Map N13, C5 DUKE’S Hawaiian-inspired seafood, Prime steaks and beach-house ambience. Next to the pier; endless ocean views. L (Tu-Sa), D (nightly) 317 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, 714.374.6446 $$ Map N9 FIRST CABIN Bayside spot with panoramic view of gleaming yachts and sailboats; chef Josef Lageder presents seasonal Cal-Continental fare. Superior wine list. B, L, D (daily). Balboa Bay Club, 1221 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.645.5000 $$$ Map M14 HARBOR GRILL Excellent mesquite-grilled seafood, pastas, gumbos, bouillabaisse at Dana Point Harbor; consider the rosebud martini and the sustainably farmed oysters. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 34499 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, 949.240.1416 $$$ Map K16 HOUSE OF BIG FISH & ICE COLD BEER As the name suggests, it’s fresh fish paired with one of the best beer selections in town. Wraparound windows offer ocean views. L, D (daily). 540 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.4500 $$ Map H15 mASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB FISH HOUSE Bluff-top, ocean-view spot. Dry-ice enshrouded Seafood Tower; freshest seafood in majestic proportions; signature warm butter cake. Glass-topped grand piano in the O Bar. D (nightly). Crystal Cove Promenade, 8112 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Coast, 949.376.6990 $$$$ Map N14 mCCORmICK & SCHmICK’S Citified fish house offers simply prepared fresh seafood. Old-school cocktails, legendary happy hour; microbrews on tap at Irvine’s Pilsner Room. L (M-F), D (nightly). 2000 S. Main St., Irvine, 949.756.0505; Anaheim GardenWalk, 321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.535.9000 $$$ Map L14, I10 ROY’S RESTAURANT Roy Yamaguchi ‘s Hawaiian fusion fare amid stylish tropical decor. D (nightly). Fashion Island, 453 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.640.7697; Anaheim GardenWalk, 321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.776.7697 $$$ Map L15, I10 SHUCK OYSTER BAR New. Foodie funsters Leonard Chan and Noah Blom offer meticulously shucked selections from a wallful of varieties each day. Superb clam chorizo seafood stew, grilled cheese sandwich. Bubblies and brews, too. L, D (daily). OC Mart Mix, 3313 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa, 949.420.0478 $$ Map J12 SCOTT’S Fine dining close to shopping and ideal for pre-theater—there’s a bell 15 minutes before showtime.

Lures include superb seafood, USDA Prime steaks and fun desserts, and excellent cocktails in the lounge. Live music (W-Sa). L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 3300 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.979.2400 $$$ Map J13

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Dining TAPS FISH HOUSE AND BREWERY Gold medalwinning brewmeister (Brewer of the Year at the world’s largest commercial beer competition—again, an unprecedented repeat!) plus oyster bar and fine steaks. L, D (daily); Br (Su). Birch Street Promenade, 101 E. Imperial Hwy., Brea, 714.257.0101 $ Map A3 WOODY’S WHARF Popular waterfront spot serving seafood and steaks since 1965 has colorful history. Cary Grant and Mickey Mantle were guests. Chuck Norris once owned it; among his doormen was Jean-Claude Van Damme! 2318 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, 949.675.0474 $$ Map N8

Steak AGORA CHURRASCARIA Choice cuts at Brazilian steakhouse are cooked over fire pit, seasoned with rock salt. Gaucho-garbed waiters offer succession of 16 sumptuous cuts, from picanha (a sirloin specialty) to coração (delicate chicken hearts). Elaborate hot and cold bar with vegetable and seafood specialites. L (M-F), D (nightly).

1830 Main St., Irvine, 949.222.9910 $$$ Map J13 THE CAPITAL GRILLE Elegant steakhouse offers dryaged beef amid portraits of local historic figures. Pan-fried calamari with cherry peppers; roasted pepper soup; bonein kona-crusted dry-aged sirloin; ethereal cheesecake.

5,000 wines; classic cocktails. L, D (daily). South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa $$$$ Map J17 ENOSTEAK New. Intimate steakhouse at elegant hotel features grilled Prime steaks from Niman Ranch cut in-house and served with choice of compound butters; sautéed wild mushrooms; truffle mac ’n’ cheese. D (Tu-Sa). The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.249.2000 $$$$ Map J16 FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR Sleek venue serves prime everything. Classy feel extends to bustling bar with 100 wines by the glass and in flights. Superior small plates; sizzling steaks; prime rib on Sundays; “retro-chic” and “couture” cocktails. D (nightly). 455 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.720.9633 $$$ Map L15

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MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE Swanky spot offers largerthan-life portions and white-jacket service. Wet-aged hand-cut bone-in filet; off-the-menu crab gnocchi; and —oooh—warm butter cake. Bar offers generous cocktails, fine live music. D (nightly). 633 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, 714.546.7405 $$$$ Map J17 MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE Classy bastion of beef features service-plus and colossal portions. To-diefor double filet and Cajun rib-eye, retro filets Oscar and Diane. Show-and-tell table-side menu recitation. Bar 1221 is adjacent. Anaheim, D (nightly); Santa Ana, L (M-F), D (nightly). 1895 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.621.0101; South Coast Plaza Village, 1641 W. Sunflower Ave., Santa Ana, 714.444.4834 $$$$ Map I10, J13 RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Bone-in “cowboy” ribeye; caramelized banana cream pie. Soaring ceilings, modern sculpture, ornate ironwork and colorful glass details at the Anaheim location. Anaheim, D (nightly); Irvine L (F), D (daily). 2041 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.750.5466; 2961 Michelson Drive, Irvine, 949.252.8848 $$$$ Map I10, K14 SAM & HARRY’S Swank repasts feature hand-cut Midwest corn-fed steaks aged 28 days, seafood flown in daily and potent cocktails. Sleek decor is both retro and ofthe-moment. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Newport Beach Marriott, 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.729.6900 $$$ Map M15 SAVANNAH CHOP HOUSE American regional cooking—steaks, chops, seafood and Southern specialties— amid clubhouse decor. Tamarind-glazed duck breast; filet mignon Stroganoff. D (nightly). 32441 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel, 949.493.7107 $$ Map I17

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TEEMU TAVERN & GRILL Opens presently. Anaheim Ducks superstar hockey player Teemu Selänne unveils upscale American steakhouse in cottage long occupied by landmark French 75 restaurant. 1464 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach $$$ Map I16

Thai ROYAL THAI CUISINE Casually elegant family-owned spots on the coast for more than 30 years. Honey duck; Lady Thai prawns. L, D (daily). 4001 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.645.8424; 1750 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.494.8424 $$ Maps N13 and I16

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THAI THIS “Cuisine to Thai for.” Fun names of dishes: Handrool Salad, Porkupie and Holly Cow. I See Dead People cocktail. L, D (daily). 24501 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.240.7944 $$ Map J17

Themed Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament 11th century pageantry, utensils-optional four-course meal. Reservations only. D (nightly); matinee (Su).

7662 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.521.4740 $$$ Map G8 Pirate’s Dinner Adventure Swordplay, pyrotechnics, comedy, romance aboard galleon replica in indoor lagoon. Call for weekend schedule; D (nightly). 7600 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.690.1497 $$$ Map G8 RAINFOREST CAFE Creative decor, animatronics and special effects bring the adventure of the rain forest indoors. Expansive menu; kids’ menu. B, L, D (daily).

South Coast Plaza, 3333 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.424.9200; Downtown Disney, 1515 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.772.0413 $$ Map J13, I10

Quick Bites Crow BURGER KITCHEN Fast-casual sibling to the Crow Bar and Kitchen in Corona del Mar offers Angus and Prime beef burgers in intriguing configurations. L, D (daily).

3107 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, 949.673.2747 The grilled cheese spot New. Tiny, table-less, cash-only; choose among 15 cheeses, seven breads, meat or vegetable add-ons; or order house creations. L, D (daily).

318 W. 5th St., Santa Ana, 714.542.2235 $ Map H13 McDONALD’S Burgers, California history mural beneath golden arches near theme parks. B, L, D (daily).

1500 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 714.491.0563, plus 70 other county locations. $ Map I10 Pitfire pizza New. Fire-singed pizzas (e.g., with burrata cheese, arugula, caramelized onions, hazelnuts, tomato sauce, crushed pesto) and pastas. L, D (daily). 353 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, 949.313.6333 $ Map N12 tender greens New. Known for super-fresh ingredients. “Hot Stuff” in three styles, creative “Big Salads” and “Simple Salads, and scrumptious desserts. L, D (daily).

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UMAMI BURGER Lauded L.A. burgers in 10 styles (e.g., Truffle, Tandoori, Port & Stilton) in hip venues; offthe-menu “tater tots.” L, D (daily). 601 N. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.342.1210; 338 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714.991.8626; The Camp, 2981 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.957.8626. $ Maps G15, I10, J13

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OC dining Bluefin Critically acclaimed chef Takashi Abe serves classic and cutting-edge Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting with a dramatically illuminated sushi bar, rich furnishings and spectacular ocean views. Traditional sushi is offered, incorporating the finest ingredients from the world’s most pristine waters, but contemporary European-inspired fusion cooking is also featured. Signature specialties include Kobe beef with sautéed mushrooms specially prepared and served on a Japanese hot plate, and halibut carpaccio dusted with pink peppercorns and chives in a truffleperfumed ponzu sauce. For a truly memorable experience, just ask for the omakase, putting yourself in the hands of Chef Abe. L, d (daily).

7952 e. Coast Hwy., newport Coast 949.715.7373 bluefinbyabe.com

AmeliA’s seAfood & itAliAn RestAuRAnt Amelia’s is celebrating more than 50 years of delighting visitors and locals alike. Located among the boutiques on Balboa island, this quaint European-style restaurant specializes in exquisite pasta and delectable seafood. Try the linguine with baby calamari and fresh bay scallops with marinara sauce. Amelia’s features at least 5 very fresh fish daily and mouthwatering combination dinners such as the filet mignon and scampi. Fine wines available. Private parties from eight to 48. Sunset dinner $12.50, SundayFriday 5-6 pm. d (nightly), Br (F-Su).

311 marine Ave., Balboa island 949.673.6580 ameliasbalboaisland.com

AndRei’s ConsCious Cuisine & CoCktAils

Andrei’s is more than just amazing dishes and drinks. The irvine restaurant thinks responsibly, from sourcing and preparing the food to its commitment to sustainability across all fronts. Signature dishes include potato and celery crusted steelhead trout, fresh fettuccine pasta with wild boar ragout and roasted local beet salad with crispy feta cheese. Andrei’s is perhaps best known for its unique cocktails made by some of Orange County’s best mixologists. Try the Chilean Spice during happy hour (Mon.-Fri., 3-7 pm, Sat., 5-7 pm) or end the night with a Circa 1932, a delicious whiskey-based cocktail complete with house-made clove and cardamom syrup.

Private dining and event space available. L (M-F), d (M-Sa).

2607 main st., irvine 949.387.8887 andreisrestaurant.com special advertising section

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Il Fornaio

Il Fornaio’s award-winning authentic Italian cuisine is a favorite in Irvine. Specialties include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto and rotisserie meats. Artisan breads and pasta are made fresh daily. Each month a special menu from a different region of Italy is featured. With an event coordinator on-site to handle all of your needs, Il Fornaio is the perfect location for rehearsal dinners, weddings and business functions. The Il Fornaio Bakery Café next door offers an array of tossed-to-order salads, soups and Italian panini.

18051 Von Karman Ave., Irvine 949.261.1444 ilfornaio.com

Mix Restaurant Savor globally inspired flavors and fresh locally sourced ingredients that will leave any palate satisfied. Executive Chef Kyung Soo Carroll brings responsible cuisine to Hilton Anaheim, supporting local farms and in-season items through his thoughtful approach and treatment to each dish. Chef Carroll believes in serving food that people recognize and understand. With varied techniques learned throughout the years, Carroll consistently maintains the integrity of the ingredients with refined, worldly execution. Great for a quick bite during your lunch hour, or it may become your new happy hour spot. Reservations recommended for special occasions. Complimentary valet parking. Mention the code WHERE OC to your server and receive 20% off your entire meal. (Offer excludes alcoholic beverages). B, L, D (daily).

Hilton Anaheim Hotel, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim 714.740.4412 hiltonanaheimhotel.com

21 Oceanfront

Looking out onto the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island, 21 Oceanfront offers breathtaking sunset views from three beautifully appointed dining rooms. 21 Oceanfront is known for its baseball-cut swordfish, tender California red abalone, Alaskan king crab legs, fresh cuts of beef and its extensive wine list. Perfect for a romantic dinner for two as well as for corporate gatherings, the local favorite has been consistently recognized as one of O.C.’s best and most romantic restaurants. Complimentary transportation for groups of eight or more. Live entertainment and happy hour in the Oceanfront Bar and Lounge. D (nightly).

2100 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach 949.673.2100 21oceanfront.com special advertising section

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The Harbor Grill

Since 1984, proprietors John, Wanda and Keegan Hicks have taken pride in the sincere friendly attitude of the staff and the quality of food. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday breakfast, the Harbor Grill offers a delicious array of fresh seafood cooked in a variety of styles including Southwestern, Pacific Rim, Caribbean, Cajun and Mediterranean. With its reasonably priced menu, premium cocktails and extensive wine list, the Harbor Grill has become a favorite with locals and a popular destination for visitors who are made to feel like “regulars.” Whether they’re enjoying the cozy dining room or the colorful terrace, the view of the harbor sails encourages a leisurely meal while a pianist adds the perfect background music each evening.

34499 Golden Lantern, Dana Point 949.240.1416 harborgrill.com

Back Bay Bistro Enjoy award-winning American cuisine or a signature cocktail while taking in the quintessential panoramic view of the Back Bay nature preserve. The bistro offers dog-friendly waterfront patio seating. The menu features a wide variety of fresh local seafood and Prime steaks. The restaurant is famous for its Family Brunch on Saturdays and the Champagne Brunch on Sundays, which earned the “Diners Choice Award by Open Table for Top 50 Brunch Location in the OC.” The venue is available for special events; two private dining rooms can accommodate groups of 20 to 50 guests. Happy hour, Wed.-Sun. 4-7 pm. B (Sa-Su), L (W-Su), D (W-Su).

1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach 949.729.1144 backbaybistronewportbeach.com

JT Schmid’s

JT Schmid’s Restaurant and Brewery, Orange County’s preferred brewhouse, steakhouse and clubhouse, has two locations, in Anaheim opposite the Honda Center and in Tustin at the District. Enjoy handcrafted microbrews and contemporary California cuisine including Angus steaks, burgers, salads, sandwiches, wood-fired pizza, pastas and seafood. Numerous wide-screen televisions mean you’ll never miss the big game. Banquet and meeting facilities for 20 to 250 people. Full bar, outdoor patio and premium cigars. All major cards. Happy hour Monday-Friday. L, D (daily).

2610 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.634.9200 2415 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.0333 jtschmidsrestaurant.com special advertising section

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ZOV’S BISTRO

Established by Chef Zov Karamardian in 1987, Zov’s Bistro has earned the respect and admiration of local, regional and national restaurant critics as well as the dining public.

The restaurant offers contemporary Eastern Mediterranean cuisine and also features an in-house bakery. Signature dishes include rack of lamb; Moroccan salmon; seafood tagine, a medley of mussels, clams, large prawns, salmon wrapped in grape leaves, toasted couscous and spicy saffron broth. Karamardian is a James Beard Angel Award recipient and cookbook author. Full-service offsite catering and event space available. L (daily), D (M-Sa).

3915 Portola Pkwy., Irvine 714.734.9687 21123 Newport Coast Dr., Newport Coast 949.760.9687 17440 E. 17th St., Tustin 714.838.8855 zovs.com

370 Common New Laguna Beach hot spot 370 Common focuses the dining experience back on the communal table where it all began.

The rustic dining room is finished with reclaimed materials, antiques and vintage accents. The globally influenced, locally sourced menu by chef Ryan Adams features such highlights as broccolini with fried egg, Asiago, prosciutto and bread crumbs; veal shepherd’s pie; and bacon-wrapped meatloaf.

Join 370 Common for a “Sunday Night Social” and enjoy an old-fashioned supper selected by chef Adams. D (nightly).

370 Glenneyre St., Laguna Beach 949.494.8686 370common.com

Tangerine Grill & Patio The Tangerine Grill & Patio at the Anabella Hotel is quintessentially Californian, offering casual ambience and elegant cuisine in Spanish mission-style decor. Executive chef Sergio Rivera has created an imaginative menu of California dishes with Southwestern and Pacific Rim influences using free-range ingredients and locally grown produce. Highlights include coconut-crusted mahi mahi, California tacos and grilled citrus chicken with tropical fruit salsa. Indulge in the exquisite dessert menu featuring candied mousse and white chocolate soufflé. Dine in the al fresco dining area, poolside, or inside the comforts of the beautifully appointed dining room. B, L, D (daily).

1030 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim 714.772.1186 tangerinegrillandpatio.com special advertising section

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Restaurants City Index Our superguide by area, with cross reference to listings by cuisine.

Anaheim

MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE (Steak)................. 40

lucca cafe (Mediterranean)................................. 36

Pita jungle (Mediterranean)................................ 37

American Tavern (Brew Pub) ........................ 32

MEMPHIS (American)....................................................30

McCormick & Schmick’s (Seafood).......... 38

pizzeria mozza (Italian).................................... 36

MESA (Med.-American)................................................... 36

Paul Martin’s (American)...................................30

ROYAL thai (Thai)...................................................... 41

Morton’s (Steak)...................................................... 40

Ruth’s Chris Steak House (Steak)...... 40

Roy’s RESTAURANT (Seafood).......................... 38

nello cucina (Italian).......................................... 36

6ix park grill (California).................................. 32

SAM & HARRY’S (Steak)......................................... 40

Pinot Provence (French)..................................34

Tender greens (California)................................ 41

SOL COCINA (Mexican)............................................. 37

pitfire pizza (Italian)............................................. 41

Zov’s Bistro (Mediterranean).............................. 37

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN (Eclectic).......................34

pizzeria ortica (Italian)................................... 36

LAGUNA BEACH

21 Oceanfront (Continental)............................ 33

quattro Caffe (Italian)..................................... 36

BROADWAY (American).............................................30

wOODY’s WHARF (Seafood)................................ 40

RAINFOREST CAFE (Themed)............................. 41

Brussels Bistro (Belgian)................................ 32

newport coast

royal khyber (Indian).........................................34

the deck (American).................................................30

andrea (Italian)........................................................... 35

Scott’s (Seafood)......................................................... 38

HOUSE OF BIG FISH (Seafood).......................... 38

SEASONS 52 (American)........................................... 32

Katsuya by starck (Japanese) .................... 36

shuck oyster bar (Seafood)......................... 38

K’ya Bistro bar (California) . ........................... 32

taco asylum (Mexican)........................................ 37

Mare culinary lounge (Italian)............. 36

Umami burger (American)................................... 41

ROYAL thai (Thai)...................................................... 41

vie de france (French)........................................34

Sapphire (Eclectic)..................................................... 33

slater’s 50/50 (Brew Pub) ................................. 32

DANA POINT

savannah chop house (Steak)............... 40

TANGERINE GRILL (California)............................ 32

Chart House (Seafood)........................................ 38

Splashes (California)................................................. 32

UMAMI BURGER (American)................................... 41

enosteak (Steak)..................................................... 40

STarfish (Eclectic)......................................................34

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gemmell’s (French)...................................................34

STUDIO (California)........................................................ 32

Harbor Grill (Seafood)....................................... 38

sundried tomato (California)........................ 32

motif (Mediterranean).................................................. 37

TABU GRILL (California)............................................. 32

anaheim White House (Italian)................. 35 benihana (Japanese)................................................ 36 THE CATCH (Seafood)................................................. 38 crossroads at h.O.B. (American).............30 J.T. Schmid’S (Brew Pub) . ......................................... 32 McCormick & Schmick’s (Seafood).......... 38 Mcdonald’s (Quick Bites)...................................... 41 MIX (Eclectic)...................................................................... 33 mORTON’s (Steak)...................................................... 40 napa rose (California)............................................. 32 RAINFOREST CAFE (Themed)............................. 41 ralph brennan’s (American)......................... 32 The ranch (American)............................................. 32 ROY’S RESTAURANT (Seafood).......................... 38 RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE (Steak)...... 40

bruxie (Belgian)............................................................. 32 taps fish house (Brew Pub/Seafood)............ 40

BUENA PARK claim jumper (American)....................................30 il garage (Italian)..................................................... 35 Medieval Times (Themed)................................... 41

RAYA (Latin fusion)........................................................... 37 stonehill tavern (American)........................ 32 thai this (Thai)............................................................ 41 Vue (California)................................................................. 33

Park Ave (American)..................................................30

FULLERTON

PIRATE’S DINNER ADVENTURE (Themed)......... 41

The Cellar (Eclectic)............................................... 32

CORONA DEL MAR

Matador CANTINA (Mexican)......................... 37

CROW BAR AND KITCHEN (Gastropub)...... 32

TWISTED VINE (California)..................................... 32

Five Crowns (Continental)................................... 33

HUNTINGTON BEACH

SIDE DOOR (Gastropub)............................................. 32

the californian (California)........................... 32

COSTA MESA/

duke’s (Seafood)............................................................ 38

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ra sushi (Japanese).................................................... 36

ANQI (Vietnamese fusion)..............................................34 Antonello Ristorante (Italian)............. 35 THE CAPITAL GRILLE (Steak)........................... 40 CHARLIE PALMER (American).............................30

SANDY’S BEACH GRILL (American)................ 32 SHADES (California)....................................................... 32 slater’s 50/50 (Brew Pub) ................................. 32 ZIMZALA (American).................................................... 32

teemu tavern & grill (Steak)..................... 41 three seventy common (American)......... 32 UMAMI BURGER (American)................................... 41

the beachcomber (American).......................30 bluefin (Japanese)...................................................... 36 Javier’s CANTINA (Mexican)............................ 37 MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB (Seafood)............... 38 tamarind (Indian)......................................................34 ZOV’S BISTRO (Mediterranean).............................. 37

ORANGE bruxie (Belgian)............................................................. 32 FrANCOLI GOURMET (Italian).......................... 35 GABBI’S MEXICAN KITCHEN (Mexican)..... 37 haven gastropub (Brew Pub)....................... 32 the hobbit (Continental)........................................ 33 orange hill (Continental).................................... 33 tilted kilt (Brew Pub) . ........................................... 32

zeytoon (Mediterranean)......................................... 37

SAN CLEMENTE

NEWPORT BEACH

sundried tomato (California)........................ 32

Amelia’s (Seafood)...................................................... 37

VINE (California)................................................................ 33

A RESTAURANT (American)...................................30

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

back bay bistro (American)............................30

EL ADOBE (Mexican)................................................... 37

bambú (California/French)........................................... 32

Ramos House Cafe (American).................... 32

BAYSIDE (American).....................................................30

sundried tomato (California)........................ 32

benihana (Japanese)................................................ 36 BLUEWATER GRILL (Seafood).............................48

SANTA ANA CHAPTER ONE (New American)............................30

BRASSERIE PASCAL (French).............................34 CANALETTO RISTORANTE (Italian)............. 35 Chart House (Seafood)........................................ 38 crab cooker (Seafood)....................................... 38 CROW Burger KITCHEN (Gastropub).......... 41

claim jumper (American)....................................30 the grilled cheese spot (American).... 41 MEMPHIS (American)....................................................30 playground (American)....................................... 32

claim jumper (American)....................................30

IRVINE

Divbar (American)........................................................30

TUSTIN

ecco ristorante (Italian)............................... 35

AGORA CHURRASCARIA (Brazilian)............. 40

FIRST CABIN (Seafood)............................................. 38

BLUEWATER GRILL (Seafood)............................. 38

HAMAMORI (Japanese)............................................... 36

ANDREI’S (American)...................................................30

Fleming’s (Steak)...................................................... 40

CRAB COOKER (Seafood)........................................ 38

IL DOLCE PIZZERIA (Italian)............................... 35

Bistango (Eclectic).................................................... 33

great maple (American)......................................30

J.T. Schmid’s (Brew Pub) . ....................................... 32

The iron press (American)................................30

Capital Seafood (Chinese)............................34

IL BARONE RISTORANTE (Italian)................. 35

NIEUPORT 17 (Continental)...................................... 33

Leatherby’s cafe rouge (American).......30

Cucina Enoteca (Italian).................................. 35

Juliette Kitchen + Bar (American)........30

RA SUSHI (Japanese).................................................... 36

MARCHÉ MODERNE (French)..............................34

Il Fornaio (Italian)................................................... 35

Muldoon’s (Irish Pub)............................................. 32

THE WINERY (California).......................................... 33

Marrakesh (Moroccan).......................................... 35

Javier’s CANTINA (Mexican)............................ 37

PALM TERRACE (American)...................................30

Zov’s Bistro (Mediterranean).............................. 37

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Index Special Events ..................47 Theater ...............................47 Music + Dance..................47 Sports................................. 48 Attractions ....................... 48 Museums ...........................51

Shopping Destinations ..52 Golf Courses.....................53 Beaches + Parks ...............54 Nightlife..............................57 Tours + Transport ............58 Tickets ............................... 60

4 famous attractions

Special Events FEsTivAL OF wHALEs March 2-3, 9-10. 41st annual festival celebrates the migration of the California gray whale. Parade, street fairs, concerts, crafts and marinemammal cruises. Call for hours. Free. Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point, 949.644.9550 Map J16 ORANGE COUNTY MUsiC AwARds March 9. The county’s music industry gathers to honor local acts and artists in 27 categories. Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.712.2700 Map I11

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TOsHibA sENiOR CLAssiC March 11-17. Senior PGA players compete. Tee times begin at 10:30 am. $25.

Newport Beach Country Club, 1699 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.644.9550 Map E6 RETURN OF THE swALLOws PARAdE March 23.

Parade commemorates storied annual bird visit from Argentina on St. Joseph’s Day. Parade begins at 11 am.

Free. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.1976 Map I17

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YOUTH ExPO April 12-14. Educational fair features rides, science exhibit, four acres of livestock and petting zoo. F 9 am-3 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-5 pm. Free; parking $5.

Orange County Fairgrounds, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.1500 Map K12 sPRiNG iNTO ART Weekends April 13-28. Learn to create jewelry, paint, blow glass, arrange flowers. Call for hours. Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.3030 Map G15 NEwPORT bOAT sHOw April 18-21. 40th annual in-the-water show at Lido Marina Village. Th-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 10 am-5 pm. $15, 12 and under free.

Free parking and shuttle from Newport Health Center, 500 Superior Ave., and Newport Harbor Lutheran Church, 798 Dover Drive. 949.757.5959 Map N12

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World’s largest yacht race; 200 boats are expected to compete. Best views from Corona del Mar coastal cliffs and Balboa Pier. Noon start. 949.644.1023 Map N13 NEwPORT bEACH FiLM FEsTivAL April 25-May 2. More than 350 films from around the world, including features, shorts, documentaries and animation, as well as galas and sessions with directors and screenwriters. Jury and audience awards. 949.253.2880, newportbeachfilmfest.com Map K16 sOUTHERN CALiFORNiA sPRiNG GARdEN sHOw April 25-28. Seminars, competition gardens, vendors and children’s crafts; 24th year. M-F 10 am-9 pm, Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-6:30 pm. Free. Huntington Beach Sports Complex, 18100 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach, 714.375.5023 Map D2

dOHENY bLUEs FEsTivAL May 18-19. Live blues, rock and R&B on three stages. Meet performers at the music store. Microbrew tasting. 11 am-9:30 pm.

Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.360.7800 Map H15 GARdEN GROvE sTRAwbERRY FEsTivAL May 24-27. Parade, carnival rides, strawberry cake-cutting ceremony. F 1-10 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-10 pm, M until 9 pm.

Free. Rides $1. Village Green between Main and Euclid streets, Garden Grove, 714.638.0981 Map J9

Theater HAviNG iT ALL March 5-31. Five women trapped together in a boarding area at JFK airport get to know each other’s hopes, secrets and desires. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.497.2787 Map G15 sMOKEFALL March 20-April 28. Three generations of an eccentric Midwestern family are about to go through big changes. South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.5555 Map J13 biLLY ELLiOT April 16-28. Young boy stumbles out of the boxing ring and into ballet class, discovers a surprising passion. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787 Map J13 sTEEL MAGNOLiAs April 30-May 26. Based on heartwarming true story. Friends gather weekly at a salon in Chinquapin Parish to gossip, tease, laugh and grow together. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.497.2787 Map G15 FLAsH dANCE May 7-19. Inspiring story of a working-class girl who dreams of becoming a professional dancer. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787 Map J13 THE FANTAsTiCKs May 10-June 9. Two scheming fathers conspire with the mysterious El Gallo to keep their daughter and son apart. South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.5555 Map J13

Music + Dance GROvE OF ANAHEiM March 5 Great Big Sea. March 6 Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth. March 7 Pajanimals Live: Pajama Playdate. March 8 Kathleen Madigan. March 9 2013 O.C. Music Awards. March 15 David Tutera. March 27 Nile. March 29 Nerdist Podcast Live. March 30 Jesse Cook. April 20 Fab Four. 2200 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.712.2700 Map I11 HONdA CENTER April 9 Rihanna. April 12 Romeo Santos. May 28 Fleetwood Mac. 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.704.2500 Map I11 HOUsE OF bLUEs March 1 Super Diamond. March 7 The Ready Set & Outright. March 8 Cradle of Filth 2013 Tour. March 16 Volbeat. March 19 Imagine Dragons.

March 21 Flyleaf & Drowning Pool. March 22 Metal Alliance Tour. March 24 Clutch. March 28 Rockin’ the Blues.

April 2 Lindsey Stirling. April 4 Blackberry Smoke. May 24 Jerrod Niemann. Downtown Disney, 1530 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.778.2583 Map I10 iRviNE bARCLAY THEATRE March 2 Chanticleer.

March 3 Mozart Classical Orchestra. March 5 Camera Lucida. March 9 Hawaiian guitarists Jeff Peterson and Keola Beamer. March 13 DanceBrazil. March 15 UCI Symphony Orchestra. March 16-17 Festival Ballet Theatre, Don Quixote. March 22-23 Men Alive: Madonna Musical Madness. April 2 Spellbound Contemporary Ballet. April 6 Violinist Ray Chen. April 11 National

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Attractions + Museums Theatre HD. April 13-14 Arlo Guthrie. April 20 Hawaiian music, Hapa. April 21 St. Lawrence String Quartet. May 5 Mozart Classical Orchestra. May 11 Ballet BC. UC Irvine, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949.854.4646 Map K14 THE ObsERvATORY March 1 Electric Six. March 2 A Silent Film, Gold Fields. March 9 Timeflies. March 11 KMFDM. March 15 Figure. March 16 Matt Costa. March 22-23 Burgerama Festival. 3503 S. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana, 714.957.0600 Map I12 sEGERsTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTs Segerstrom Hall Through March 17 Wicked. April 16-28 Billy Elliot. May 7-19 Flashdance. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall March 10 Pacific Symphony, organist Dennis James, film Phantom of the Opera.

March 13 Blues at the Crossroads 2. March 14-16 Pacific Symphony. March 18 St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. March 21-23 Pacific Symphony, pianist Dejan Lazic. April 4-6 Pacific Symphony, conductor Mei-Ann Chen and George Gao, erhu. April 7 Jazz pianists Louis Mazetier and Jeff Barnhart. April 13 Broadway singer Barbara Cook. April 18-20 Pacific Symphony, vocalist Gladys Knight. May 2-5 Pacific Symphony, organist Paul Jacobs. May 3-5 Eifman Ballet, Rodin. May 4 Pacific Symphony, conductor Alejandro Guiterrez. May 9-11 Pacific Symphony.

May 16-19 Pacific Symphony, Duke Ellington Orchestra.

May 24 Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor, Gustavo Dudamel. Samueli Theater March 9-10 Puppetry, Treasured Stories. March 16-17 Pacific Chorale. March 27 Elias String Quartet. April 6-7 Puppetry, Boats. April 20-21 Puppetry, Sleeping Beauty. April 28 Pacific Symphony.

May 16-18 Broadway singer Betty Buckley. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787 Map J13 sOKA PERFORMiNG ARTs CENTER March 3 Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. March 10 Apollo’s Fire. March 14 Tafelmusik. March 29 Tribute to Jimmy Wyble. April 6 Arab-Jewish enemble Shesh Besh. April 11 Acoustic duo Stephanie Bettman and Luke Halpin.

April 13 Guitarist Nathan Aweau. April 14 Pianist Jeremy Denk. April 19 Jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson.

April 21 Pacific Symphony, clarinetist Benjamin Lulich.

April 27 Taikoproject. 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, 949.480.4000 Map G16

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Sports ANGEL sTAdiUM April 9-11 Anaheim Angels vs.

Oakland Athletics. April 12-14 Angels vs. Houston Astros.

April 19-21 Angels vs. Detroit Tigers. April 22-24 Angels vs. Texas Rangers. May 2-5 Angels vs. Baltimore Orioles.

May 13-15 Angels vs. Kansas City Royals. May 16-19 Angels vs. White Sox. May 21-22 Angels vs Seattle Mariners. May 29-31 Angels vs Los Angeles Dodgers. 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.464.2901 Map I9

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HONdA CENTER March 14-16 Big West Basketball Tournament. 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.704.2500 Map I11

Attractions AiR COMbAT UsA Dogfight training in actual highperformance small planes. Instructors handle takeoff and landing, riders have control in the air. Fullerton Municipal Airport, 3815 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, 800.522.7590 Map A2 AQUARiUM OF THE PACiFiC One of the largest aquariums in the U.S.; highlights include Shark Lagoon, Lorikeet Forest and ethereal sea jellies. Daily 9 am6 pm. $14.95-$25.95, under 3 free. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 562.590.3100 Map west of C1 CAPTAiN dAvE’s dOLPHiN & wHALE sAFARi Dolphin and whale-watching excursions. Departures daily. $35-$55, under 3 free. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2828 Map J16

ARRIVE & DRIVE . ADULTS AND JUNIORS 48” AND UP K1 SPEED IRVINE, 17221 VON KARMAN AVE, (949) 250-0242 K1 SPEED ANAHEIM, 1000 N. EDWARD CT, (714) 632-6999 K1SPEED.com AZ - PHOENIX, CA - CARLSBAD . IRVINE . ANAHEIM . TORRANCE . ONTARIO SANTA CLARA . SAN FRANCISCO . SACRAMENTO, FL - FT. LAUDERDALE TX - AUSTIN . HOUSTON, WA - SEATTLE

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Attractions + Museums CRYSTAL CATHEDRAL Church campus includes three architectural treasures: Philip Johnson’s glass cathedral, Richard Neutra’s Tower of Hope and Richard Meier’s International Center for Positive Thinking. Tours M-Sa 9 am-3:30 pm. Free. 12141 Lewis St., Garden Grove, 714.971.4000 Map J10 DANA WHARF SPORTFISHING Year-round fishing and whale-watching trips from south Orange County. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794 Map K16 DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER Through April 21 Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology. Daily 10 am-5 pm. $12.95-$14.95, under 3 free; separate admission for Indiana Jones. 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714.542.2823 Map G13 DISNEYLAND Mickey Mouse’s first theme park.

Star Tours: The Adventures Continue and Mickey’s Soundsational Parade are recent additions. Call for hours. Admission (includes all rides and attractions): $81-$87, under 3 free. 1313 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map I10 DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE Spectacular Pixar-inspired Cars Land and Buena Vista Street are new. Nighttime water show World of Color; Soarin’ Over California; California Screamin’; Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Call for hours. Admission (includes all rides and attractions): $81-$87. 1313 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map I10 DOWNTOWN DISNEY Twenty-acre pedestrian promenade adjacent to Disney parks offers dining, shopping, cinema and nightlife, including House of Blues and ESPN Zone. Non-gated, free admission.

1510-1590 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map I10

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FLIGHTDECK AIR COMBAT CENTER Civilians turn into dogfighting machines using very realistic F-16 fighter jet cockpit simulators. No experience necessary. Minimum age 11, height 4 feet 11. Starts at $59.

Tu-Su 11:30 am-8:30 pm. 1650 S. Sinclair, Anaheim, 714.937.1511 Map I11 FULLERTON ARBORETUM County’s largest botanical garden, with 26 lush acres and more than 4,000 unusual plant species set amid ponds and streams.

8 am-4:30 pm. Free; $3 suggested donation. 1900 Associated Road, Fullerton, 657.278.3407 Map A3 JETLEV SOUTHWEST New water-propelled jet pack adventure in (and over, of course!) Newport Harbor. $199-$279. 2600 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, 888.553.6471 Map N13 K1 SPEED Indoor kart racing offers challenging track for speed enthusiasts. Arrangements for private parties or corporate events possible. $20. 17221 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, 949.250.0242; 1000 N. Edward Court, Anaheim, 714.632.6999 Map I14 and A3 KNOTT’S BERRY FARM More than 165 rides and attractions. Premier collection of coasters includes Silver Bullet, GhostRider, Xcelerator and WindSeeker.

Call for hours and prices; under 3 free. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.220.5200 Map G8 MEDIEVAL TIMES Dinner theater show featuring jousting knights, Lipizzaner stallions, swordsmanship and falconry, four-course feast. Medieval Torture Museum. $35.95-$57.95. 7662 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 866.543.9637 Map G8 OCEAN INSTITUTE Live presentations aboard tall ship Pilgrim, docked in Dana Point Harbor; tide-pool sessions; marine-mammal exploration cruises; bluewhale safaris. Behind the Scenes Tour Th-F 3:30 pm.

Open to public Sa-Su 10 am-3 pm. $4.50-$6.50, under 3 free. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274 Map J16

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Attractions + Museums ORANGE COUNTY GREAT PARK In-progress park is bigger than New York’s Central Park. Free tetheredballoon ride. Farmers market, Su 10 am-2 pm. Interstate 5, Sand Canyon Avenue and Irvine Boulevard. Great Park Balloon and Preview Park, Perimeter Road, Irvine, 866.829.3829 Map D5 ORANGE COUNTY ZOO New lion cubs! Charming, rustic zoo features plants and animals from Southwestern U.S. Audio tours are new. M-F 10 am-3:30 pm, Sa-Su until 4:30 pm. $2, under 2 free. Parking $3-$5. Irvine Regional Park, 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, 714.973.6847 Map C5 PiRATE’s diNNER AdvENTURE Swashbuckling swordplay, aerial artistry, cannon blasts, pyrotechnics, comedy and romance aboard Spanish galleon replica in lagoon. Call for hours. $38.95-$57.95, under 3 free.

7600 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.690.1497 Map G8 PRETENd CiTY CHiLdREN’s MUsEUM Interconnected, interactive miniature city for children from infant to 10 years old. Tu-Su 10 am-5 pm; M until 1 pm. $11. 29 Hubble, Irvine, 949.428.3900 Map E6 QUEEN MARY sHiP ANd sEAPORT Historic ocean liner—bigger than the Titanic!—berthed in Long Beach Harbor. Continuing: Diana: Legacy of a Princess. Shops, dining, art deco lounge; Russian Foxtrot Submarine adjacent.

Self-guided and guided tours, Su-Th 10 am-6 pm, F-Sa 10 am-7 pm. $14.95-$24.95, under 5 free. 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 562.435.3511 Map northwest of C1 RiCHARd NixON LibRARY & biRTHPLACE Provocative exhibits include the presidential helicopter, the presidential tapes and a permanent Watergate gallery. Opening Feb. 15 Richard Nixon Centennial Exhibit.

Garden tours on Saturdays. M-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su 11 am-5 pm. $4.75-$11.95, under 7 free. 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, 714.993.5075 Map A4 ROCKREATiON Indoor climbing facility with instruction at all levels. M-Th noon-10 pm, F until 9 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-6 pm. $11-$16. 1300 Logan Ave., Costa Mesa, 714.556.7625 Map J12 sAFARi PARK (Formerly Wild Animal Park) 1,800acre wildlife preserve with vast enclosures resembling African and Asian plains. $44; children 3-11 $34; kids 2 and under free; seniors 60 and over $37.80. Cars $10-15. Open daily, 9 am-5 pm (holiday weekends till 6 pm). 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, 760.747.8702 Map southeast of F6 sAN diEGO ZOO Renowned zoo has 4,000 rare and endangered animals in state-of-the-art environments. $44; 3-11 $34; 2 and under free; seniors 60 and over $37.80. Free parking. Open daily, call for hours. 2920 Zoo Drive, Balboa Park, 619.231.1515 Map southeast of F6 sANTA ANA ZOO Modest, idyllic zoo. Tierra de las Pampas exhibit features giant anteaters and greater rheas. Daily, 10 am-4 pm. $7-$10, under 3 free. 1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, 714.835.7484 Map H14

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sEAwORLd Home of Shamu. Marine-themed attractions include Turtle Reef, thrill ride Journey to Atlantis and Blue Horizons show. Open daily. Call for hours, combo rates. $70-$78, under 3 free.

500 SeaWorld Drive, San Diego, 800.25.SHAMU Map southeast of F6 sHERMAN LibRARY & GARdENs Ten gardens showcase intimate botanical collection. Library research center. Daily 10:30 am-4 pm. Library open T-Th 9 am-4:30 pm. $1-$3, under 12 free. Free on Mondays. 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, 949.673.2261 Map M16 sKY HiGH sPORTs Fun center features 360 degrees of trampoline walls; free-bounce, dodgeball and AIRobics. M-F 10 am-midnight; Sa 11 am-midnight; Su until

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Attractions + Museums 10 pm. Call for rates. 2970 Airway Ave., Costa Mesa, 714.437.5867 Map J13 SKYTHRILLS Thrill rides, aerobatics in biplanes. Rides are hands-on, videotaped and include DVD of flight.

230 Dale Place, Fullerton, 866.484.7455 Map A2 Thrill It fun center New indoor family-fun center features laser tag, rock climbing walls, ropes course and mechanical bull. Open M-Th 10 am-9 pm, F-Sa 10 am-11 pm, Su 11 am-9 pm. The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd. West, Orange, 714.937.1600 Map J11 Universal Studios hollywood World’s biggest motion picture/TV studio. Rides include new Transformers: The Ride 3D, Jurassic Park, Simpsons Ride, Special Effects Stage, King Kong 360 3-D. Tram studio tour includes War of the Worlds and Desperate Housewives’ Wisteria Lane. VIP Experience is private guided tour though prop warehouse, working movie sets, soundstages. Call for hours. $72-$80, under 3 free.

VIP Experience $249. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 800.UNIVERSAL Map northwest of A1 Vans Skatepark Skateboard mecca has combi pool, open street course and mini-ramps; Vans store is adjacent. Daily 10 am-10 pm. $12/session (2 hrs.) weekdays; $15/session weekends. The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd. W., Orange, 714.769.3800 Map J11

Museums Bowers kidseum Children’s museum near Bowers Museum with a focus on ethnic arts and culture. Tu-Su 10 am-4 pm. $6, under 2 free. 1802 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714.480.1520 Map G13 Bowers Museum Dedicated to preservation and exhibition of world cultural arts plus displays with California focus. Opening April 14 Gems of the Medici. Through April 18 Maurice Sendak: 50 years, 50 Works, 50 Reasons.

Through May 12 Lucy’s Legacy: The Hidden Treasure of Ethiopia. Separate admission for some exhibits. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714.567.3600 Map G13 Fullerton Museum Center Ongoing Solid Design: Leo Fender’s Telecaster. Tu-Su noon-4 pm, Th until 8 pm. $1-$4, under 6 free. 301 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton, 714.738.6545 Map A3 Huntington Beach IntERNATIONAl Surfing Museum Board culture spotlights legend Duke Kahanamoku, classic surfboards and the original Endless Summer film. M-F noon-5 pm, Tu until 9 pm; Sa-Su 11 am-6 pm. Free. 411 Olive Ave., Huntington Beach, 714.960.3483 Map N8

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Irvine Museum California Impressionism within office building. Through June 6 Lasting Impressions: Twenty Years of the Irvine Museum. $5. 18881 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, 949.476.2565 Map J14 Laguna Art Museum California Impressionism and contemporary cultural art. Through April 28 George Hurrell: Laguna to Hollywood; through April 28 Expose: Allison Schulnik; ongoing Jason Mason: Blue Wall. F-Tu 11 am-5 pm, Th 11 am-9 pm. $5-$7, under 12 free.

307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949.494.8971 Map H15 LYON AIR Museum Some of the world’s rarest operational 20th century aircraft and other historical vehicles; on the perimeter of John Wayne Airport. Daily 10 am-4 pm. $6-$12, under 5 free. 19300 Ike Jones Road, Santa Ana, 714.210.4585 Map J13 Mission San Juan Capistrano Exhibits at the jewel of the California missions, the county’s birthplace, founded in 1776. Continuing Mission Treasures: Historical Collection Revealed; Plein Air Art Reproductions. Digital audio tour free with admission. Daily 8:30 am-5 pm. $6-$9, under 3 free. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300 Map I17

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Shopping Muckenthaler cultural center Displays, often design-oriented, in historic North County mansion. Opening April 11 The Grand Tour 1908-1928. W-Su noon-4 pm, Th until 9 pm. Free. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714.738.6595 Map A3 MuZeO In historic Carnegie Library building.

Through June 6 Across the Andes. Daily 10 am-5 pm. $9-$13. Admission fees, hours subject to change by exhibition. 241 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714.956.8936 Map H10 newpOrt harbOr nautical MuseuM Ongoing Sea of Adventure: Extraordinary People. M-W 11 am-3 pm, Th and Su until 5 pm, F-Sa until 6 pm. $2-$4, under 4 free. 600 E. Bay Ave., Newport Beach, 949.675.8915 Map N14 Orange cOunty MuseuM Of art Focus on California modern and contemporary art. Through May 5 Richard Jackson: Ain’t Painting a Pain. W-Su 11 am-5 pm; Th until 8 pm. $10-$12, under 12 free.

850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, 949.759.1122 Map L15

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Shopping Destinations anaheiM garDenwalk Retail, entertainment and dining destination near Disneyland. Stores include Lush Cosmetics, Skechers, O’Neill, Harley-Davidson of Anaheim; some seats at 14-plex UltraLuxe cinema feature film-synced motion technology. 321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.635.7410 Map I10 anaheiM packing District Center Street Promenade from owners of Costa Mesa’s the Lab and the Camp includes Home Economics, Healthy Junk, the Good Californian Haberdashery and Heart & Sole.

Nearby 1920s Packard showroom features Umami Burger and Anaheim Brewery. Historic citrus packing building housing 20 foodie vendors, opens presently.

Center Street and Anaheim Boulevard, Anaheim, 714.966.6661 Map H10

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bella terra Striking Italian-themed open-air center; Whole Foods Market, REI outdoor-sports specialist and 20-screen cinema. 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, 714.897.2534 Map C2 brea Mall County’s second-largest mall is home to department stores Nordstrom and Macy’s and 174 other retailers. 1065 Brea Mall, Brea, 714.990.2733 Map A3 buena park DOwntOwn More than 1 million square feet of retail, dining and entertainment near Knott’s Berry Farm includes Krikorian Metroplex cinemas and Portillo’s popular hot-dog venue. 8308 On the Mall, Buena Park, 714.828.7722 Map G8 the caMp Green-oriented enclave for outdoors enthusiasts includes eco-department store SEED People’s Market and a host of intriguing dining options.

2937-2981 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa Map J13 cOrOna Del Mar plaZa Boutiques include Gail Jewelers, Jack’s Surfboards and Sienna Brown. Among other draws are Savory Spice Shop and new Sprinkles Ice Cream. 800-984 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach, 949.720.2689 Map M15 crystal cOve shOpping center Ocean views amid Tuscan setting. Upscale boutiques, home stores and fine dining; Coastal Cool boutique, Sweet & Saucy and Bear Flag Fish Co. are new. 7845-8085 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Coast, 949.720.2689 Map M17 the District at tustin legacy One-millionsquare-foot retail, entertainment and dining destination. Boutiques include Madison Bleu and Ulta Cosmetics; Whole Foods Market; Bowlmor bowling lounge. Jamboree Road and Barranca Parkway, Tustin, 714.259.0290 Map J14

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DOWNTOWN DISNEY Twenty-acre complex includes House of Blues, Build-A-Bear, Studio Disney 365 and Ridemakerz. 1510-1590 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.300.7800 (See Attractions.) Map I10

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FASHION ISLAND Elegant open-air center with dramatic new look. Nordstrom joins Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus. C. Wonder, Johnny Was and Eva Varro boutiques, Whole Foods Market is new. 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.721.2000 Map L15 5 POINTS PLAZA Neighborhood center offers Wet Seal, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Charming Charlie jewelry, Cloudmover Day Spa and Hashigo Sushi. The dog-friendly local favorite has a barking lot! 18593 Main St., Huntington Beach, 714.841.0036 Map D2 IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTER Moorish-themed entertainment-retail center includes nation’s most visited movie complex, anchors Nordstrom and Macy’s and a bevy of new restaurants. Brandy Melville boutique is also new. Giant Ferris wheel visible from freeways.

71 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.753.5180 Map D5 THE LAB Once a night-vision-goggle factory, now an indoor-outdoor venue featuring youth-skewed boutiques, gallery and salon. Contemporary art and design bookstore As Issued is new. Dining options include Zipangu, Gypsy Den and Habana. 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.966.6660 Map J13 THE OUTLETS AT ORANGE Calvin Klein joins Perry Ellis and Tommy Hilfiger outlets, Nordstrom Rack, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th and American Eagle Outfitters. Vans Skatepark for indoor boarding. Formerly known as the Block at Orange.

20 City Blvd. W., Orange, 714.769.4000 Map J11

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THE SHOPS AT MISSION VIEJO From Aveda to Z Gallerie, plus Nordstrom and Macy’s. 555 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, 949.364.1832 Map E6

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SOUTH COAST COLLECTION New center of design showrooms and creative studios includes new Surfas Culinary District and the Iron Press waffle house. OC Mix features 30-plus vendors including Savory Spice Shop, Portola Coffee Lab and the Cheese Shop; Shuck Oyster Bar is new. 3303-3323 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa, 949.333.0893 Map J12

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SOUTH COAST PLAZA “The Ultimate Shopping Experience” is a state tourist destination. Marquee retailers include Christian Louboutin and Prada; Barbara Bui and REDValentino are new. Macy’s Home Store and Crate & Barrel anchor Bear Street wing. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888 Map J13

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THE STRAND Two blocks of coast-adjacent property offers retailers including Active Ride Shop, Varga and Crocs and Ra Sushi restaurant. 155 Fifth St., Huntington Beach, 714.465.4528 Map N9 WESTFIELD MAINPLACE Macy’s, Nordstrom, 180 specialty shops and boutiques. 2800 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714.547.7000 Map G13

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Beaches + Parks Sa-Su $101. 26772 Avery Parkway, Mission Viejo, 949.305.5100 Map E6 Black Gold Golf cluB Challenges at oil-themed canyon course include elevation changes, blind tee shots. M-Th $87, F $99, Sa-Su $115. Includes cart and GPS system. 1 Black Gold Drive, Yorba Linda, 714.961.0060 Map A4 coyote Hills country cluB Course designed

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MonarcH BeacH Golf links Ocean views abound at 18-hole course at St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort. M-Th $185, F-Su $210. Includes cart with GPS system. Twilight rates available. 50 Monarch Beach Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.8247 Map J16 newport BeacH Golf course Contoured executive course offers night play. $12-$27. 3100 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach, 949.852.8681 Map M15 oak creek Golf cluB Tapered fairways, bull-nose carved bunkers and picturesque greens on Tom Fazio course. M-Th $130, F-Su $175. Includes cart.

1 Golf Club Drive, Irvine, 949.653.5300 Map D5 pelican Hill Golf cluB Two gorgeous courses reopened after a two-year renovation as part of the sumptuous Resort at Pelican Hill; coastal views from virtually every hole. $280 daily. 22701 Pelican Hill Road S., Newport Coast, 877.735.4226 Map L17 rancHo san Joaquin Course offers big hilly greens with water on seven holes. Call for rates. 1 Ethel Coplen Way, Irvine, 949.786.5522 Map D4 strawBerry farMs Golf cluB Eighteen-hole course; rolling greens, picturesque canyon, wetland vistas, county’s longest hole. M-Th $110, F-Su $160.

11 Strawberry Farms Road, Irvine, 949.551.1811 Map D4 taleGa Golf cluB Scenic canyons, marshes, Spanish Colonial-style clubhouse, 18-hole championship course with Augusta white-sand bunkers designed in part by Masters champion Fred Couples. M-Th $80, F $90, Sa-Su $100. 990 Avenida Talega, San Clemente, 949.369.6226 Map south of F6 tiJeras creek Golf cluB Play through front “lake” nine, old-growth sycamores, oaks and native chaparral on back nine. Ted Robinson-designed. M-F $95, Sa-Su $120. 29082 Tijeras Creek Road, Rancho Santa Margarita, 949.589.9793 Map east of E6 tustin rancH Golf cluB Upscale, resort-style course designed by Ted Robinson has challenging greens, palm trees and lakes. County’s only public golf course with private caddie service. M-Th $110, F $130, Sa-Su $160. 12442 Tustin Ranch Road, Tustin, 714.730.1611 Map C5

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Pay-and-display parking $1/hour. 31131 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.923.2280 Map I16 BalBoa BeacH Pristine sunning and swimming beach. All amenities. Metered parking. Along Balboa Boulevard at Balboa Pier, Newport Beach, 949.673.3371 Map N14 Bolsa cHica state BeacH Good for grunion hunting! All amenities and fire pits. Fee for parking.

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Corona del Mar State Beach Large, sandy beach—with­volleyball—below beautiful homes. Lifeguards, all amenities, fire pits. Waveless cove adjacent.

Fee for parking. At Ocean Boulevard and Marguerite Avenue, Corona del Mar, 949.644.3151 Map M16 Crystal Cove State Park Thousands of acres of hiking and mountain biking trails, 3.2 miles of sandy coves and steep cliffs. Historic district with beach cottages and the Beachcomber café. Irvine Coast Marine Life Refuge offshore. Lifeguards, restrooms. Fee for parking.

Along East Coast Highway between Laguna Beach and Corona del Mar, 949.494.3539 Map E4 Doheny State Beach Popular swimming beach, interpretive center. All amenities, fire pits. Fee for parking.

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Huntington City Beach Wide, sandy beach; amenities include fire pits. Fee for parking. Along Pacific Coast Highway between Beach Boulevard and Main Street, Huntington Beach, 714.536.5281 Map N9 Huntington State Beach Expansive, sandy beach; amenities include fire pits. Bolsa Chica Wetlands are across the highway. Fee for parking. Along Pacific Coast Highway between Santa Ana River and Main Street, Huntington Beach, 714.536.1454 Map N10

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Little Corona del Mar Beach Steep paved path to picturesque cove; tide pools filled with anemones and starfish are great for kids. Good for snorkeling—and family photos. Free street parking.

Ocean Boulevard and Poppy Avenue, Corona del Mar, 949.644.3151 Map M16 Main BeaCH Large beach close to shops and restaurants offers great people-watching, basketball, volleyball, chess. All amenities. Metered parking.

At Broadway and Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 714.834.2400 Map F5 Newport Beach Municipal Beach Popular golden strand with many fine surf spots. All amenities, including fire pits. Metered parking. Along Oceanfront at Newport Pier, Newport Beach, 949.673.3371 Map N13

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Newport Dunes Resort Beach at RV park on the Back Bay has full-time lifeguards, giant inflatable inwater novelties (e.g., teeter-totter, climbing apparatus) and various water vessels for rent. Segway tours.

1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, 949.729.DUNE Map M14 Pirates Cove Secluded beach with harbor views; few to no waves make it perfect for little ones. Bouldering spot for local climbers. Paid parking at Corona del Mar State Beach; free street parking. At Ocean Boulevard and Harbor Channel, Corona del Mar, 949.644.3309 Map F6 Salt Creek County Beach Long, pristine stretch below the clifftop Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel.

Beautiful, grassy Bluff Park with basketball court.

All amenities. Pay-and-display parking $1/hour.

Off Ritz-Carlton Drive, 33333 S. Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.923.2280 Map J16 San Clemente City Beach 1,200-foot pier (1920s), wide beach, good surf. All amenities. Metered parking. The train goes right by the beach. 620 Avenida del Mar, San Clemente, 949.361.8219 Map K17 San Clemente State Beach Popular mile-long beach below sandstone bluffs offers all amenities, a nature trail and butterfly trail. Fee for parking.

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THE WEDGE World-renowned bodysurfing and bodyboarding spot. The break is dangerous; watch unless you’re an expert. Free parking lot. West Jetty View Park, tip of Balboa Peninsula, end of Channel Road, Newport Beach, 949.644.3309 Map N16

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Wilderness Parks ALISO AND WOOD CANYONS WILDERNESS PARK 3,350-acre park is home to world-class mountainbiking terrain. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, 949.923.2200 Map H16 CASPERS WILDERNESS PARK 8,000-acres for day use and camping. Nature center; interpretive programs.

33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210 Map east of F6 LAGUNA COAST WILDERNESS PARK Sycamoreshaded canyons and high ridges offering spectacular ocean views and hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Nature center serves as a gateway to 7,000-acre natural habitat. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.923.2235 Map G15 UPPER NEWPORT BAY NATURE PRESERVE At Newport Back Bay with vistas of the coastal wetlands.

One of the finest birding sites in North America; several endangered species make this home. Interpretive center is open Tu-Su, 10 am-4 pm. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, 949.923.2290 Map K13

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Nightlife Historical Parks arden: helena modjeska historic house and gardens Home of world-renowned 19th century actress Madame Helena Modjeska. National historic landmark named for its resemblance to the Forest of Arden in Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Visits by appointment through Heritage Hill Historical Park.

29042 Modjeska Canyon Road, Modjeska Canyon, 949.923.2230 Map east of D6 old orange county courthouse Site of the local governmental transactions and court proceedings that shaped the county’s early history. Restored in 1989; houses historical exhibits, archives, special events and a marriage license office. 211 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana, 714.973.6605 Map H13

Nightlife AULD DUBLINER Classic Irish pub and restaurant; live music Th-Sa. 2497 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.259.1562; 71 S. Pine Ave., Long Beach, 562.437.8300 Map J14, northwest of C1 Bambú Lounge is ideal for light dining or nightcap. Live entertainment. Fairmont Newport Beach, 4500 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach, 949.476.2001 Map K14 bowlmor Hip, state-of-the-art, glow-in-the-dark bowling lounge with 5,000-square-foot sports bar and global cuisine. The District at Tustin Legacy, 2405 Park Ave., Tustin, 714.258.2695 Map J14 cantina lounge Mexican fusion restaurant, sports bar and lounge with dancing and DJ after 10 pm. Dress code. 2736 E. Nutwood Ave., Fullerton, 714.879.8094 Map A3

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COMMONWEALTH LOUNGE Speakeasy decadence at epicenter of Fullerton’s after-dark scene and Newport Beach peninsula. 112 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, 714.525.8888; 2406 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, 949.675.4444 Map B3, N13 Continental Room Swanky enough for dressing up. Live music nightly. 115 W. Santa Fe Ave., Fullerton, 714.469.1879 Map B3 COPPER DOOR Watering hole in basement of a 1925 building in downtown Santa Ana offers pool tables, 40 beers. Front door is copper, natch. Tu-Su 8 pm-2 am.

2251/2 N. Broadway, Santa Ana Map H13 DETROIT BAR Downscale deco-meets-roadhousestyle bar, a hipster haven. Eclectic mix of indie-rock artists, nationally acclaimed bands and DJs nightly. 843 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, 949.642.0600 Map M12 THE DISTRICT LOUNGE Retro spot near Newport Pier has 100-foot mahogany and copper bar. Orange location is in original 1920s post office. 121 McFadden St., Newport Beach, 949.673.4470; 223 W. Chapman Ave., Orange, 714.639.7777 Map N13, C4 Duke’s Place Live music and dancing at classy lounge with bay views. Balboa Bay Club and Resort, 1221 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 888.445.7153 Map N13 HEAT ULTRA LOUNGE Vegas-style club near Disneyland has headline acts, a state-of-the-art sound system and an indoor smoking lounge. Th-Sa. Anaheim GardenWalk, 321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.776.4328 Map I10 HOPSCOTCH New. The county’s best whiskey list, 75 craft beers and cocktails, creative and slow-cooked cuisine (start with Cracklin’ Rosemary Bread) inside 1918 Pacific Railway Station. Two patios, one for cigars.

Flat-screens air vintage westerns and sports. 136 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, 714.871.2222 Map B3

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mesA Small plates and cocktails at hip lounge with retractable glass roof. Open until 2 am Tu-Sa. The Camp, 725 Baker St., Costa Mesa, 714.557.6700 Map J13 muldoon’s duBlIn puB Cozy spot with courtyard offers fun Irish-themed events in the Celtic Bar. 202 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.640.4110 Map L15 rooftop lounGe Hot spot for sunset cocktails on wraparound patio atop La Casa del Camino hotel. 1289 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.497.2446 Map I15 steAmers cAfe Premier jazz spot, the county’s best.

138 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, 714.871.8800 Map B3 stIll WAter spIrIts & sounds Nightly live entertainment. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003 Map J17 sutrA lounGe Club with cool decor, musical acts and big-name deejays. Open Th-Sa. The Triangle, 1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, 949.722.7103 Map K12 300 AnAHeIm 41-lane bowling alley with club atmosphere, full bar, eclectic menu. Anaheim GardenWalk, 321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.783.2810 Map I10 tIlted kIlt puB & eAtery Celtic-themed pub with servers in plaid mini-kilts and sports on 48 screens. 1625 W. Katella Ave., Orange 714.633.5458 $$ Maps I11 WIld Goose New and popular. Cocktails (and barrelaged cocktails!), seasonal beers, creative sausages and burgers amid hunt-lodge-saloon decor (stag, beaver, “jackalope” taxidermy, chicken-feeder light fixtures).

436 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, 949.722.9453 Map N12 WIne lAB Wine/cheese tasting room and store at hip outdoors-themed center. Open Tu-Su. The Camp, 2937 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.905.9521 Map J13 yost tHeAter Historical landmark now plays host to popular musical acts and deejays. Open daily. 307 N. Spurgeon St., Santa Ana, 888.862.9573 Map H13

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The “Aviation” series of pop-up dinners at Nieuport 17 restaurant in Tustin. p. 33

New Cars Land at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim. p. 49

Pacific Symphony concerts at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa. p. 48

The District Art Gallery at the District in Tustin. 424.645.4161

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The lively dance floor at Woody’s Wharf in Newport Beach. p. 40

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People-watching along Main Street in Huntington Beach. p. 23

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