La Cave has been thriving for 50 years, opened on Valentine's day in 1962. This subterranean gem has been popular for its fine steaks and seafood, vibrant lounge with live music, DJs, dancing and more. So it doesn’t matter if its a dimly lit cellar because it is great escapade from the daily grind to dine and unwind. Here's to La Cave, uncork the bubbly!
Located right on the sand of Crystal Cove, the Beachcomber operates in one of the historic cottages, and features seafood and mixed drinks. The quality of the food and the service is best proved by its popularity: the wait is often two hours, and limited reservations are accepted only on-line. However, a little planning can make the wait hassle free: make the Beachcomber reception the first stop at Crystal Cove, drop in your name and number, then go explore the beach until being called. Don't have 2 hours? Come for an early breakfast – sipping a cup of coffee on the sun deck while looking out at Santa Catalina Island. A perfect way to start your day.
Five Crowns is a reproduction of Ye Olde Bell, England's oldest Inn located in Hurley-on-Thames, not far from London. The décor resembles an English tavern to match the outside, and the waitresses are dressed in attractive outfits. The clientele is varied and comes to enjoy the good, hearty meat dishes and the sublime décor. Some of the specialties are roast prime ribs of beef, rack of lamb, duck, veal and fresh seafood. There is a fully stocked bar and an award-winning wine list with bottles of every price range.
Studio is located within the Montage Resort & Spa. It offers you a delectable French menu blended with Californian influences. Chef Craig Strong ensures that all the seasonal ingredients put to use, are of the finest quality, with splendid wines for company. The A la Carte menu changes daily, but the attention to every aspect of the dish, exquisite pairings of flavors and beautiful presentation remains constant. If you're in the mood to splurge, the Tasting Menu offers a variety of signature dishes, and allows you the opportunity to sample the best on offer. Attention is given to details and services are personalized. So, sit back and enjoy your meal while taking in the panoramic Pacific coastline. A perfect place for a romantic dinner with breathtaking views of the sunset over the ocean.
This bright and modern sushi bar and restaurant is one of Newport Beach's best sushi bars. Here, diners begin lining up for a seat in the fairly small restaurant before it even opens for lunch and dinner. Nana San offers a menu full of high-quality and affordable sushi and sashimi. For the adventurous sushi-lover, try the chef's choice, where you merely tell them your price point and the dishes start flowing. Reasonably priced lunch specials include miso soup and salad in addition to the variety of rolls and sushi and other surprises that might emerge. A must-visit for sushi lovers.
Perched on the beautiful hilltop inside the uber cool Pelican Hill Golf Club, Pelican Grill offers you panoramic views of the golf greens and the wide blue Pacific ocean. A delicious farm to table menu highlighting the wood fire stove with specialties like wood-roasted chicken, New York steak and fries, salmon served with shiitake-ginger vinaigrette, and the scallop and shrimp duo. Or try the gourmet pizzas and the signature spicy tortilla soup with shredded chicken, cotija cheese and avocado puree. All these wonderful creations you can see being made in their open kitchen or just head to their chic lounge and catch the game on two huge screens. Pelican also offers an outstanding alfresco dining on their heated terrace with an ocean-view. Unwind with a glass of wine from their extensive wine list and groove to the live band music every Thursday through Saturday.
Juice Joint Deli is a Juice bar that caters to delicious smoothies, shakes, sandwiches, juices and other Mexican edibles. They also create good breakfast and brunch meals apart from health juices and smoothies. A separate kids menu is available for your young ones. You can opt for customization of your sandwich, smoothie or juice as well.
Higo Bakery is a place you should be at if you are looking for a delicious cake, sweets or other goodies in La Habra, CA. It is known for serving handcrafted breads, cakes, smoothies, and more. Every single item served here is made from scratch using the freshest of the ingredients by master bakers. They also offer gluten-free, sugar-free and vegan options at this place. Conveniently located in the downtown area, Higo Bakery is a great place to enjoy a delightful dessert in La Habra city.
The selection of beer here is mind boggling— hundreds of bottled selections and about 15 beers on tap will satisfy the most finicky of beer drinkers. This is also a deli serving sandwiches and other typical deli fare like potato salad and other goodies. If you are on a diet, this place is not for you, but if you just want delicious beer and food, loosen your belt and prepare to fill up.
Alta Baja Market is a unique, one-of-a-kind store that specializes in products that derive from the American Southwest, Mexico and California. Some of the products include wine, beer, crafts and home goods that come from these regions. Additionally, the shop provides classes and workshops in cooking, demos, pop-up dinners and idea swaps. Its location in the 4th Street Market is also another reason why people are attracted to Alta Baja.
The Vox Kitchen in Fountain Valley is one of the best places in the city to savor some Asian food. This is not just any Asian restaurant, but an eatery that serves an array of flavors from all over the continent, emphasizing Chinese and Vietnamese cuisines. Specialties include Garlic Noodles, Garlic Rice, Lomo Saltado, and the Korean Peach Salad. Items on the menu are quite reasonable too and do not put much weight on the pocket.
Nestled in the northeastern corner of Orange, Jeff's Inviting Food and Spirits on North Tustin Street serves traditional American fare and an eclectic range of local pours in a casual yet stylish setting. Sample their seafood dominant fare with options like Garlic Shrimp, Pan Roasted Salmon, Chilean Sea Bass and more, accompanied by some quality drinks. The ambiance is sober, casual and inviting, with burgundy colored flooring and matching furniture, creating a nice contrast with ivory colored walls, that adorn miscellaneous paintings. Overall, it's a great place to grab some drinks after work or have quality dinner with your family.