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    Mercantile East

    1.0 (1 review)

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    Union Market - It's dead in here.

    Union Market

    3.6(94 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Located within the Kaleidoscope Center, this place has so much potential. I came here with friends…read moreon a Saturday evening, and this area had a lively atmosphere happening. The selection of little shops, some were open and some were closed, are so cute. The shops that were open, looked inviting and friendly. The prices on items were somewhat reasonable. During the day, depending upon which day, this place can seem dead or bleak. I don't know how some businesses survive here. Overall, I enjoyed my experience. As much as I want to love the Kaleidoscope, I really liked Union Market, and I would return to this spot, just for the adorable small businesses located inside. The Kaleidoscope, itself, is really run down and disappointing. Please read my separate review on my opinion of Kaleidoscope. If you ever consider going here, most definitely head to Union Market. Enjoy!!!

    I was really surprised to come to Union Market around 6pm and see how empty it was. It was…read moredisappointing to see there were only 2 restaurants open, and one of them you had to ring a bell for the people to even greet you. This space is huge and really cool with a lot of artwork on the walls. There's great potential, but I think malls are a dying breed since covid. This spot has a couple really cool retail stores, including candle making and events with crafts. They also have a good sized bar, hangout areas, foosball, corn hole and more! They even have live music! It was just so sad to see how empty it was and how many businesses have shut down. I'm thinking this space is probably used more for private events.

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    Union Market - Restaurant closed

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    Union Market - Union Market event space.

    Union Market event space.

    Union Market - Cute shop, they also host crafting events

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    Cute shop, they also host crafting events

    Kaleidoscope - Butter Crumbs Bake Shop.

    Kaleidoscope

    2.3(105 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Had a fun time at Kaleidoscope! Church is on Sundays so there's a lot of traffic. There's a…read moretheater, restaurants like Indian & Shabu Shabu, Color Me Mine, and there's excellent coffee!! The girl helping us at Color Me Mine was thorough and answered every possible question I might have. She was kind and never pressured us to leave! My friend and I had many choices of ceramics to choose from! There's dishes like mugs, dishes, flower vases, piggy banks, and much more. The more practical the ceramic the more value and cost. It was a beautiful sunny day with our little matcha coffee and some paint. I recommend a visit!

    Goodness... I literally wish that I could give this four or five stars. The Kaleidoscope has been…read morehere a long time. It has so much potential to bring so much to the community of Mission Viejo. Management of this property is absolutely horrible. It could be so beautiful and hip, instead it's becoming a ghost town. Nothing ever lasts in this plaza. What's consistently been here has been the movie theaters and the Burke Williams spa. Everything else comes and goes. They can't even fix the escalator which has been broken for many years. The escalator steps are steep, so they're not simple stairs to go up or down if you have mobility issues. There is an elevator behind the spa if needed. I don't know why I never take them. I think I just forget that they're even there. Parking is available at street and underground level. I love going upstairs and really, that's where they could really bring in the money. There are strung lights making it so pretty and there is a fire pit right outside the theater. It really is nice. The union market would be a money maker and I love the concept of multiple food vendors, drinks, desserts, shops, etc. all in one place. Even bring in live music. There are other places with the exact concept and they bring in so much patrons. They're usually poppin' especially Thursday through the weekend. Some of the businesses still there as of May 2026 by memory. You'll need to check their online directory for the rest. 1)Burke Williams - street level inside the parking area 2)Regal Theaters - upstairs 3)Panini Kabob Grill - street level in front of the building 4)Color Me Mine - upstairs 5)Sal's Pizzeria - upstairs 6)Hana Korean BQ - upstairs 7)Mariner's Church - street level 8)Union Market - upstairs Overall I would still support businesses at The Kaleidoscope. I just wish the property management company would do a better job with the place and bring in more small business owners. I would totally be there more often if the right shops opened up.

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    Kaleidoscope - Dry Society.

    Dry Society.

    Kaleidoscope - Union Market has a few eateries inside, but is mostly empty.

    Union Market has a few eateries inside, but is mostly empty.

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