Essentials
Very close- can even ride a bike there and fit some groceries into the basket on the bike. Convenient.
15 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
2180 Newport BlvdVery close- can even ride a bike there and fit some groceries into the basket on the bike. Convenient.
Sightseeing
Beautiful view of the bay, nature, explore all the trails, run, bike, have a picnic, visit the museum.
36 locals recommend
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
2301 University DrBeautiful view of the bay, nature, explore all the trails, run, bike, have a picnic, visit the museum.
32nd Street
32nd StreetThe BEACH!!! Why not recommend it?! ;)
Food Scene
It's just my favorite pizza place and very reasonably priced. They're open late and close to the beach.
27 locals recommend
Laventina's Big Cheese Pizza
2819 Newport BlvdIt's just my favorite pizza place and very reasonably priced. They're open late and close to the beach.
Sushi Island
2574 Newport BlvdMy favorite sushi joint and it's right across the street. DELICIOUS!
Walking distance and conveniently located on the way to the freeway so you can stop for coffee then hop right onto the 55, 405, and 73 freeways.
25 locals recommend
Starbucks
2961 Michelson DrWalking distance and conveniently located on the way to the freeway so you can stop for coffee then hop right onto the 55, 405, and 73 freeways.
Want a late night snack or a quick bite- within walking distance. Just convenient if you're in the mood for some fast food.
Jack in the Box
2602 Newport BlvdWant a late night snack or a quick bite- within walking distance. Just convenient if you're in the mood for some fast food.
Restaurants, bars, night clubs, shopping- just a little bit of everything all in one spot.
118 locals recommend
Starlight Triangle Square Cinemas
1870 Harbor BlvdRestaurants, bars, night clubs, shopping- just a little bit of everything all in one spot.
TK Burgers
2966 Bristol StGreat burgers and awesome vibe.
In-N-Out Burger
2895 Park AveWho doesn't love In-N-Out?!
Everything Else
OC Swapmeet every Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy the entertainment, check out the vendors, grab lunch or some drinks. Just a few minutes on foot or ride bikes.
52 locals recommend
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair DrOC Swapmeet every Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy the entertainment, check out the vendors, grab lunch or some drinks. Just a few minutes on foot or ride bikes.
Five minute drive away, if you're flying into town I can probably pick you up from the airport if you don't want to hassle with transportation.
132 locals recommend
John Wayne Airport
18601 Airport WayFive minute drive away, if you're flying into town I can probably pick you up from the airport if you don't want to hassle with transportation.
Downtown Los Angeles
Plenty to do and see if you've wanted to go to LA.
Conveniently located gas station. Fill up and hop right onto the 55, 405, or 73 freeways
11 locals recommend
ARCO
13511 Euclid StConveniently located gas station. Fill up and hop right onto the 55, 405, or 73 freeways
Shopping
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StAll you mall lovers, you'll be able to shop until you drop.
Arts & Culture
Always have performances, concerts, theatrical productions, etc.
46 locals recommend
South Coast Repertory Theater
655 Town Center DrAlways have performances, concerts, theatrical productions, etc.
Drinks & Nightlife
Full bar, several pool tables, great spot to mingle, shoot some pool, watch some sports, and have some drinks.
The Huddle
741 Baker StFull bar, several pool tables, great spot to mingle, shoot some pool, watch some sports, and have some drinks.