Local Favorites
Corona Del Mar
The Quiet Woman
3224 CA-1This place is fun for cocktails or dinner.
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StGreat shopping
Walk around the island and be sure to get ice cream at Dad's.
313 locals recommend
Balboa Island Ferry
Agate AvenueWalk around the island and be sure to get ice cream at Dad's.
This is a local beach with few crowds. Great place to bring young kids when you do not want to worry about waves.
China Cove
This is a local beach with few crowds. Great place to bring young kids when you do not want to worry about waves.
This is my kids favorite place to get an ice cream cone and hippo cookie.
17 locals recommend
Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop
318 Marine AveThis is my kids favorite place to get an ice cream cone and hippo cookie.
Food scene
Bandera
3201 CA-1Zinc Cafe & Market
3222 East Coast HwyZinc has a vegetarian menu that most people enjoy.
El Cholo
3520 East Coast HwyA great Mexican favorite.
Five Crowns
3801 East Coast HwyA CDM landmark.
Avila's El Ranchito - Corona Del Mar
2515 East Coast HwyA great place to go with the family.
Gina's Pizza & Pastaria
610 N Coast Hwypizza place eat there or take out
Pirozzi Corona Del Mar
2929 East Coast HwyExcellent Italian Food
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
1370 Bison AveA great place for fish and steak.
Mastro's Ocean Club
8112 East Coast HwySteak and Seafood and some great people watching.
Javier's Restaurant - Newport Beach
7832 Pacific Coast HwyAmazing Mexican food and people watching.
Marché Moderne
7862 Pacific Coast HwyFrench restaurant that exceeds expectations.
Shanghai Pine Gardens Restaurant
300 Marine AveThey deliver too.
Neighborhoods
Newport Beach
100 Civic Center DrGreat beaches, restaurants hiking, boating.
Crystal Cove
Beaches and Hiking
Irvine Spectrum Center
Shopping and food experience
Art walks the first Thursday of every month. Great art and food scene.
844 locals recommend
Laguna Beach
Art walks the first Thursday of every month. Great art and food scene.
Dana Point
Whale watching, Tide pools, Go visit the tall ships
Fun place to ride bikes and walk on the board walk. Take the ferry from Balboa Island.
47 locals recommend
Balboa Peninsula
Fun place to ride bikes and walk on the board walk. Take the ferry from Balboa Island.
Sightseeing
Pelican Hill Golf Club
22800 S Pelican Hill RdA beautiful place to play golf.
Huntington Beach
Watch the surfing and shop on Main Street
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrCheck the crowd calendar before you go!
Knott’S Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdA place great for young and old kids alike.
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
7662 Beach BlvdA great evening the family will remember.
Back Bay Drive
Back Bay DriveTake a walk around the bay. Enjoy nature
Take the ferry from Balboa Island to the Peninsula. This is a great place to boogie board.
47 locals recommend
Balboa Peninsula
Take the ferry from Balboa Island to the Peninsula. This is a great place to boogie board.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Farmer’s Market on Saturday's
There is a Farmers Market just outside.It is a short walk to the Bandera parking lot. Lots, of fresh fruit and veggies.
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Orangetheory Fitness Corona del Mar
Great place to work out.
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Port Theater
Great place to catch a movie.
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Roger’s Gardens
Grab a bite to eat. The holidays are a great time to visit.
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Southern California Art Projects & Exhib…
Fun place to visit for kids and adults.
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Pageant of the Masters - Summer Event
A fun Summer event that is a Laguna Beach staple. If you haven't been you are missing an experience of a lifetime!
Getting around
Fashion Island
Best outdoor shopping.
Ways to save
Grocery Shopping at Smart and Final
You can walk from the cottage to the store. There is no need to get in your car.
Don't miss
September 2020 Newport Beach Restaurant Month!
Grab a fork and dig in to the first-ever Newport Beach Restaurant Month! Celebrate the very best of Newport Beach restaurants all month long with exclusive dining offers
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The Beachcomber Cafe
The best place to catch a sunset and eat on the beach. It is located at Crystal Cove State Beach. Take the shuttle or walk down to this unique restaurant on the beach.
www.thebeachcombercafe.com