Food scene
Some local favorites
Get fresh fish and crab year round Saturday and Sunday mornings early direct from the fishermen. Get there early or all the fish will be sold.
12 locals recommend
Dory Fishing Fleet and Market
2111 W OceanfrontGet fresh fish and crab year round Saturday and Sunday mornings early direct from the fishermen. Get there early or all the fish will be sold.
You can sit down for fine dining, but I like the fresh fish case deli when you first walk in. I always get some smoked salmon, a quart of hot chowder and a fishermen’s loaf. Rip the loaf and dip in the chowder. Delicious, and the smoked salmon is the best I’ve ever had.
43 locals recommend
The Crab Cooker
2200 Newport BlvdYou can sit down for fine dining, but I like the fresh fish case deli when you first walk in. I always get some smoked salmon, a quart of hot chowder and a fishermen’s loaf. Rip the loaf and dip in the chowder. Delicious, and the smoked salmon is the best I’ve ever had.
Taco Mesa
647 W 19th StReally good flavor at this close by restaurant.
Lombardy's Market & Deli
508 W Balboa BlvdSightseeing
Fun to watch wave riders during large south swells. Be careful before going in the water here, this place is for experts only.
106 locals recommend
The Wedge
E OceanfrontFun to watch wave riders during large south swells. Be careful before going in the water here, this place is for experts only.
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrWe are very close to Disneyland.
Knott’S Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdWe are very close to Knott’s Berry Farm
Traveler advice
Getting around
Quick trips to the store.
Ride bikes to get essentials during daytime hours, parking can be difficult on weekends mid day. Frys market is really close and has most items. Pavilions grocery store is a short bike ride.
Customs and culture
Busy on the boardwalk.
Make sure to check both ways before crossing over the boardwalk to the beach. Bikes and skates are faster and quieter than ever before. People are friendly as they stroll along, make conversation meet new people.
Customs and culture
Be careful in the ocean.
The water can be really inviting but don’t be fooled. The waves have tremendous power and although the water feels warm at first it gets cold when you are immersed. I recommend a wetsuit to stay warm, and swim fins to help catch and ride the waves. The right equipment can make huge difference in your adventure. Rentals are available at 15th street surf shop for specific items. Swim near a lifeguard.