This place is a vibe. Live music while we were here around 5 pm on a Sunday…read more So many food options it is hard to choose in a good way. Clean and well kept. Would come here soooo much if I was a local.

Headline: provides options but very mid restaurants…read more My kids like this place for the variety and maybe it's an experience to walk through. Restaurants are generally higher than other places, the AC isn't felt at all, it can get crowded and difficult to find seating depending on the day and time, and very mid restaurants. I'm sure there are few good ones. Think of your go-to faves in each food category and drop them down a notch or two and that's what you have here. I think this could be a fun place to hang out with friends or family but food wise I'd take a hard pass

They have the best hospitality!! They go way above and beyond to make you satisfied!!! It's a local…read morespot and never disappoints!

I have the biggest sweet tooth in the world and I have tried almost every dessert spot in Orange…read moreCounty. So trust me when I tell you that this place has the BEST crepes ever!!! They are so generous with their chocolate/Nutella which most other crepe spots are not. Every bite was freaking amazing!

I always laugh to myself when I write reviews on landmarks compared to actual businesses because…read moreit's just so random lol. Like... there are people who actually write reviews about their favorite freeways, so I get it now. No judgement though. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, yeah? For a while, my OC people would mention Old Towne Orange and how it's such a nice spot to browse thru vintage/thrift shops and walk around. Honestly, I agree. As someone who's spoiled with places like North Park, South Park, Mission Hills in San Diego (and also Old Town), I never really thought much to come here. Loved all the charming shops around, though. Time felt slow here and strangers felt like neighbors. A memorable moment from this past Saturday was when my friends and I stopped to sit at the bench in the middle of Orange Circle; Met the nicest old man with the cutest and friendliest dogs. Before he left, he joked to my friends and I about how his dogs were always running away from him, like the ladies in life (obviously he wasn't rude or creepy about it). And that entire experience at Old Towne Orange made me think about how many of us yearn for connection and communities like that again. Out-of-towners: If you want something different than Disneyland or Porto's for your weekend trip outing, but still want the actual nostalgic charm experience of the ~good ol days~, look no further.

The Orange Circle and Old Town Orange is such a charming and nostalgic area reminiscent of a time…read morewhen life was less complicated/rushed and people actually knew their neighbors. There always seems to be people walking up and down the streets, enjoying themselves as they head to their intended destination. The majority of the shops still give off a 50s/60s vibe while still being very well maintained. There are so many antique shops, eateries, mom & pop shops, and so much more. Driving through today made me a bit sad to see that the famous, historic Watson's Drug Store and Soda Fountain is no longer there and has been replaced with a sleek, modern new eatery. The highlight, of course, is the plaza and fountain in the center of the roundabout. Such a beautiful and peaceful space even tho it is the smack dab center of continuous traffic.

I came to eat at pasta party a few days ago after telling myself to visit for a long time now. I…read morestill remember the old deli that was there prior to this restaurant and I've seen numerous social media ads and posts about the place so I wanted to check it out. I think I was a little hesitant because in my head I was thinking how good could possibly really be? In my head spaghetti/pasta is something I can make it home and almost thought it a waste of money to go out of my way to go out specifically to eat this dish. I ordered the Arrabiata pasta with the sausage. I'll admit I was a little thrown off by added cost of each tolling and also added cost of the Arrabiata sauce and I also did wait until a fair amount before the food was ready for takeout. But the pasta really blew me away. I'm still thinking about how good it tasted. I would definitely come back and I actually wanna bring my dad who loves spicy pasta like this. It was really that good. I can't think of another place that has this level of pasta let alone this price. The only negative I would say in regards to one of the workers. The cashier was manned by wonderful woman who did every and all tasks from taking the orders to putting food items in the oven to answering the phone I'm probably much more than that. I don't know. In contrast there was an Asian man with a black shirt who was also working. He looked lost and completely helpless. There was a moment where this woman was so busy and there was a ringing that I assume was from either a phone call or a delivery order. This man did not offer to help more nor did he help from what I saw. He was utterly helpless and unhelpful. I'll give him the benefit of the doubt with the encouragement "Hey help your team out!" The woman on the other hand was doing so many things simultaneously and yet was really kind at the same time. Anyways, I'm giving my review of a five star because I wanna see this place succeed and I'll definitely come back .

I'm not sure why this place has good reviews. Their prices are unreasonable and their portions are…read moresmall. Their chicken parmigiana was just okay with such small portions. The bread they served while we waited for food was extremely salty and inedible. Their steak Italian sandwich was dry. It needed sauce or something. Even with discounts through inkind, the meal was expensive and not worth it. This is a party I wish I didn't attend.

Background On Show: "Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga" is an immersive nighttime projection show…read moreat Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland Park. The 10-minute experience transforms the rocky spires of Batuu into a massive storytelling canvas, chronicling the epic history of the Skywalker family through stunning visuals and iconic John Williams scores. Background On Visit: Heard that they had a new addition to the original projection show. So we decided to take a look. What's New: To celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, they added a pretty sweet limited time segment after the main show. Grogu uses his power to revisit cherished memories of his adventures with the Mandalorian. Location: Located at Galaxy Edge. Black Spire Outpost on the remote planet of Batuu. Ambiance/Decor: Backdrop is outstanding. You'll see a big millennium falcon in all it's glory. Shadows of Memory: A skywalker Saga For Thought: Love it! The staffers suggest to stand towards the back to have an optimal view.

Are you a Star Wars fan? If you are, then check out the new projection show in Galaxy's Edge called…read moreShadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga. It's currently playing during Seasons of the Force. Check the Entertainment times in the Disneyland App for the showtimes. On Friday evening, I attended the 8:30 pm showing. It's a quick 10 minute show but it's cool to see the projections and music. The viewing areas are marked off and the CMs direct people. You cannot stand in the walkways so keep that in mind. We had dinner at 7:30 and were able to snag a spot afterwards. Enjoy!

2022 review: Amazing FREE kid friendly Halloween festival! Almost felt like I was at Downtown…read moreDisney with the professional entertainment and decorations. Beautiful Dia Los Muertos decorations and crafts in front of the Anaheim Museum. - Next to Muzeo are tons of kids art craft tables - Lots of photo ops (Dia Los Muertos, Halloween, etc.) - Professional artist booths with art prints, knick knacks. Disney art, Halloween theme stuff. - Music acts every hour or so - Lots of food booths and restaurants (vegans go to Healthy Junk!) Lots of outdoor seating. - Community booth trick or treating (under 10 booths, don't expect a lot of candy) - Covid safety: it's outdoors but it's very crowded. Plenty of options to eat outdoors. Very big and spaced outdoor seating area by Healthy Junk. All in all a great time! Got a free ticket to Muzeo so I'll be back soon to check that out!

Great place to stop by for free entertainment, food booths and food trucks. I was not very…read moreimpressed with the haunted house and it did freak out the little kids. Every year the festival has been getting better. The parade this year was very well done. They also did not charge us for parking in the structure. I am not sure if this is every day of the festival. The festival runs through the weekend after Halloween. Overall, I am a fan.

Every university has its quirky superstitions…read more The Fallen David, located east of Pollak Library and north of the Education classroom building, is a broken marble copy of Michelangelo's David which was destroyed during an '87 quake and given to the university by Forest Lawn cemetery. The artistic message in placing it on campus seems to be that everything is impermanent. Each piece is supposedly strategically placed with his groin facing down, rear-end up in the air. Supposedly there's a local superstition that students receive good luck on tests rubbing a butt piece clockwise or counterclockwise, but truthfully I think the only people spreading this notion are campus tour guides. Still it's funny walking by on your way to class and see some hipsters having a drum circle or reading while sitting on that supposedly lucky piece.

It is beyond me why such a nice statue has not been repaired as of yet. And as for the students…read more"rubbing its butt" for good luck on their exams, they could certainly continue to do so if the statue was to be properly repaired, so what's the problem? In fact, if this statue does possess such a power, then certainly it would very much appreciate being repaired and thus give you even better results on your exams as a way of thanking you for fixing it up. So come on you guys. Fix that statue and make your campus look its best!

My husband and I went to Pali for a date since we know it is a great place to enjoy a nice glass of…read morewine with a great ambiance. We had a fantastic server who made it even more enjoyable. Shania was very attentive and even seemed to know what we needed, before we asked. She was Amazing! Thank you, Shania! We love the wine selection here (especially the Huntington Pinot) and the charcuterie board paired well with our wine, as well. It really was a wonderful evening! Nate and Debbie

Parking in the district is so bad so we parking quite a bit away & walked…read more No reservations, walked in towards the end of the night & we found seats. Got a wine flight to share which was fun & tasty. Loved all the games there were to play. Lots of good seating inside & out. Nice ambiance and unique decorations. The bartender was nice & friendly.

I wanted to send some love to our other neighbor Santa Ana. Downtown Santa Ana is still overrated…read morein my opinion. But people are starting to notice the fun things to do and see here now. I feel the Downtown area is becoming a familiar destination for some. Lots of events are performed here almost every month. I love the food and coffee shops here. Santa Ana still has some of the best Mexican and Latin foods here in my opinion. They also have museums of art, and Car shows here. No crime here hardly, its safe to hang out in Downtown Santa Ana, believe it or not. So, I love it. Gotta start coming out here often to spread my love for the city.

The 2024 independence day parade, was awesome, the downtown is beautiful full of restaurants,…read morefamily places like ice cream stores, for all tastes, vegetarian and vegan restaurants also, clothing stores, shoes, jewelry, bride dresses and accessories, music, kids clothing and souvenirs, everything you need you can find it at the 4th st. There's parking on the streets also parking structures. Banks, church, all very convenient. If you want to know Santa Ana and Mexican stores and Hispanic you get to visit the downtown. I love this place and highly recommend it to you all.

Cortina's has been a family favorite for many years. The service is like family is taking your…read moreorder and handing it over to you when you pick up. The lasagna is my favorite; yet nothing disappoints! And the cannolis will be gone as soon as they are set out. Yummy Italians know good Italian food and this place is very close to my grandma's sauce. Ciao'

We picked up my father-in-law for lunch and ended up at this charming little restaurant, where we…read morediscovered an amazing Italian market attached. Of course, I found it on Yelp first--I always check Yelp before trying somewhere new! The sandwich was absolutely delicious. I honestly could have eaten more, but somehow managed to stop myself. Once I made my way into the market, I was in heaven. I had the opportunity to chat with the cashier, who was incredibly friendly. She told me it's a family-owned business and that she genuinely loves working there, which really says a lot about the place. I loved browsing all the sauces, fresh pasta, imported products, and beautiful pastries. Naturally, I couldn't leave empty-handed! I brought home a few goodies, including Mike's Hot Honey, which is absolutely delicious drizzled over a soft cheese. The combination of wonderful food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a fantastic market made this such a memorable stop. The next time we're back in California, we'll definitely be returning!