Food Scene
I've lived in Asia for a decade and I feel this cozy joint is really near to my heart. The service is attentive enough. Grill everything at your table and prepare to come with an appetite. A bit pricy but they have daily 1/2 off happy hours on food and drink. Best for two or more.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
14181 Newport AveI've lived in Asia for a decade and I feel this cozy joint is really near to my heart. The service is attentive enough. Grill everything at your table and prepare to come with an appetite. A bit pricy but they have daily 1/2 off happy hours on food and drink. Best for two or more.
The Katsu Sandwiches, amazing creme puffs! Prepare to que but worth the wait!
41 locals recommend
Cream Pan
602 El Camino RealThe Katsu Sandwiches, amazing creme puffs! Prepare to que but worth the wait!
The Ban Mi sandwiches - -they make their baguette on premises. Egg rolls and Vermicelli (Bun) also not to be missed. Vegie only options as well. Closes at 7pm but open very early.
Tan Hoang Huong Sandwiches & Coffee
14081 Newport AveThe Ban Mi sandwiches - -they make their baguette on premises. Egg rolls and Vermicelli (Bun) also not to be missed. Vegie only options as well. Closes at 7pm but open very early.
Authentic SoCal Mexican food. Patio seating in the back or just take away. Tacos and so much more. Very local and very tasty.
THE ORIGINAL TACO FACTORY
14455 Newport AveAuthentic SoCal Mexican food. Patio seating in the back or just take away. Tacos and so much more. Very local and very tasty.
Adventurous? If you've never had Okinawan cuisine you owe it to yourself to pop in. I'm still working my way through the menu. It's not your typical Japanese but if you're tired of the same old then I recommend it highly! Good for single diners.
Habuya Okinawan Dining
14215 Red Hill AveAdventurous? If you've never had Okinawan cuisine you owe it to yourself to pop in. I'm still working my way through the menu. It's not your typical Japanese but if you're tired of the same old then I recommend it highly! Good for single diners.
In-N-Out Burger
2895 Park AveAn institution.
Spicy City
14310 Culver DrAuthentic Sichuan noodles. Inexpensive. Daiso next door!
Drinks & Nightlife
Pineapple Hill Grill
654 E 1st StAn eclectic bar with a very good KOK scene.
Arts & Culture
Monthly Art Walk, 4th Street Food Market is getting national recognition for it's street food. The Playground and the Yost Theatre also in the area. Highly recommended!
41 locals recommend
4th Street Market
201 E 4th StMonthly Art Walk, 4th Street Food Market is getting national recognition for it's street food. The Playground and the Yost Theatre also in the area. Highly recommended!
Parks & Nature
Our own neighborhood park - well lit, the best place for a walk or even a short run with no cars. You have the walking paths all to yourself.
Tustin Meadows, HOA - West Clubhouse
14702 Devonshire AveOur own neighborhood park - well lit, the best place for a walk or even a short run with no cars. You have the walking paths all to yourself.
Shopping
Simply the best shopping this side of Manhattan - a
renowned major global shopping destination and home to more than 250 boutiques, restaurants and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
790 locals recommend
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StSimply the best shopping this side of Manhattan - a
renowned major global shopping destination and home to more than 250 boutiques, restaurants and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Big Box stores abound but Total Wine, REI and the closest In and Out Burger.
48 locals recommend
The Market Place
2961 El Camino RealBig Box stores abound but Total Wine, REI and the closest In and Out Burger.
Very modern outdoor / indoor market place. A good weekend Farmer's Market, A very high-end furniture row, salon and unique boutiques. Cafe's are good for people watching. Lovely courtyard. Very modern.
14 locals recommend
SoCo Collection
3303 Hyland AveVery modern outdoor / indoor market place. A good weekend Farmer's Market, A very high-end furniture row, salon and unique boutiques. Cafe's are good for people watching. Lovely courtyard. Very modern.
Mitsuwa Marketplace - Irvine
14230 Culver DrThe food court. Cash only. Great for single diners.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
14443 Culver DrWhole Foods Market
8525 Irvine Center DrTarget
3750 Barranca PkwyAlbertsons
3931 Irvine BlvdStater Bros. Markets
1230 E McFadden AveSightseeing
Arguably the most scenic public beach in So Cal. LGTB friendly establishments.
844 locals recommend
Laguna Beach
Arguably the most scenic public beach in So Cal. LGTB friendly establishments.