Anytime in the area I stopped by here. It's so peaceful just to meditate breathe or receive a…read moreblessing but just the presence it's so important we preserve and protect a place like this and important to just donate I love visiting here and always carries a special place in my heart.

Nice little temple tucked away in the ghetto part of Costa Mesa. Not really sure how to rate a…read moretemple so I'll just rate the "bazaar" that they held. The people running the sparse booths were super nice and helped out the kid with the carnival like games (kingyo sukui, yo-yo fishing). Unfortunately, due to the probable lack of marketing, the event was dead. I think there was only one other person walking around with us. A lot of the stalls were selling goods that would benefit the people in the tsunami struck areas of Japan, which was great. So we were willing to make our donation by buying a soda. All in all, probably a nice place for Buddhist worshiping, but they need help with their festival planning.

My mom wanted to do a good luck prayer for the LUNAR NEW YEAR so I searched on Yelp for the nearest…read moretemple to us and found Hsi Lai Temple!... FIRST OF ALL: WOW!! What a gorgeous and magnificent temple this is!! It has about 2 floors of parking and the temple also has additional floors to go up as well. So be expected to walk up quite a few amounts of stairs!! FIRST FLOOR: We did a prayer with a donation and it came with some apples and other assortments in a red gift bag. The red gift bag required a donation of $20 per bag so me and my mom bought 2. Then, their were some nice ladies there who helped guide is on what to do. We prayed in front of 5 statues and posted the red gift bags in the middle... SECOND FLOOR: This is where we can do another prayer with 1 incense. And this is also where the restrooms were as well so make sure you don't back down to the first floor because the RESTROOMS are on the second floor!!! PARKING: Plenty of parking. There are 2 floors available for parking!! This temple really transported us to another country!! It was also very peaceful and quiet!! SATU HSI LAI TEMPLE!!!

Hsi Lai Temple (completed in 1988) is one of the largest Buddhist temples in North America. During…read moreeach Lunar New Year, the temple transforms into a festive spot with cute decors. Many visitors from across Southern California have a tradition of visiting within the first 15 days of the Lunar New Year as this period is still considered a part of the holiday celebration. [Lunar New Year Food Fair]: Each year, the temple sets up a food fair and this year the fair happened on the 1st, 5th, and 6th days of the Lunar New Year. Always check the website for the dates the temple sets up the food fair. All dishes are 100% vegetarian. Booths were selling fa gao (Chinese steamed cake), nian gao (steamed rice cake), turnip cake, boba milk tea, and even Girl Scout cookies. [Parking]: Under normal circumstances, there is free onsite parking at the temple; however, do NOT bother trying to park at the temple on days when shuttle service is available as visitors will be redirected to a shuttle parking lot. Temporary off-site parking and shuttle buses were located at Puente Hills Mall near Round1. Check the website for shuttle service dates. This year the shuttle service was offered on the 1st, 5th, 6th, and 12th days of the Lunar New Year. The shuttle service operated from 8 AM to 5 PM. There were two types of shuttles - big buses dropped off at the street level so guests needed to walk up to the temple while small shuttles dropped off in front of the Bodhisattva Hall. [Other experience outside of food fair]: There were booths selling cute zodiac charms. Most visitors come here to do the following acitivities (1) ring the Peace Bell, (2) view art gallery exhibitions like calligraphy, (3) attend Dharma services, (4) participate in the Light Offering Ceremony on the 15th day of the Lunar New Year, (5) enjoy cultural performances on the 1st day of the Lunar New Year, (6) drink free hot teas at the information center, (7) throw pennies and try to hit a bell at the Arhat Garden, and (8) throw golden medallions with red ribbons at the tree. Visitors can go behind the Bodhisattva Hall to stop by the Main Shrine. At the Main Shrine, visitors can get free incense, pray & bow to Buddhas, and place it in the giant incense burner. Visitors can also purchase light offerings for $120 per person as well as other offering items at tables near the giant incense burner. [Photo]: Outdoors ONLY. [Prohibits]: No meat, fish, poultry, alcoholic beverages, smoking and vaping (e-cigarette), any use of marijuana, bicycles, rollerblading, skateboarding, pets (except certified service animals), and drone planes. [Dress code - preferred]: Shirts with sleeves (male and female), no tank tops, shorts, short skirts/dresses, flip-flops, or slippers. [Conclusion]: The temple offers one of the most comprehensive Lunar New Year food experiences in the entire Southern California. This is also one of the most festive places in Southern California during Lunar New Year. Highly recommend to stop by here at least once to experience the celebration. P.S. - The temple has a really good vegetarian lunch buffet.

Perfect place to relax and find some peace in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Little Saigon,…read morewe are not Vietnamese or Buddhist but did not feel weird at all coming here. Beautifully maintained small Buddhist temple, very cool walking in and seeing the huge statue of Guan Yi/ Quan Am. There are smaller statues spread throughout the outside, the larger temple is very clean with prayer books and large gold statues inside. A nice monk was watering some plants and some people came to light incense and pray. We came to waste some time waiting for the inlaws to finish frying katsu. My oldest son liked the statues and loved donating money.

Gorgeous temple, had lots of fun visiting for Tết. Beautifully decorated, and they lit off a bunch…read moreof firecrackers. They also had food for sale, and nước mía.

I attended a funeral service for my patient. The outside really didn't look like much but was…read morereally impressed when I went into the ceremony area. Beautiful. Clean. Nicely decorated. A place of serenity. The meeting hall or food hall across the Temple was also spacious and clean. I greatly enjoyed my Patients service at this location. *bathrooms are nicely maintained :)

I can't say enough good things about the Orange County Buddhist Temple. I came here looking for…read morepeace and found something even more meaningful -- a real community. Everyone here is welcoming, down-to-earth, and genuinely cares about helping one another grow. What makes this temple special is that it's not just about rituals or lectures -- it's about people. The temple creates a space where anyone, especially younger generations, can slow down, reconnect, and find balance in a busy world. Whether you're curious about Buddhism, exploring mindfulness, or just need a place that feels like home, this is it. The gatherings are warm and inclusive, the teachings are practical, and the energy is uplifting. I've met friends here who inspire me to live with more compassion, gratitude, and authenticity every day. If you've been looking for community, meaning, or simply a place where you can be yourself and feel supported -- come here. You'll walk away lighter, calmer, and more connected than you ever expected.

Beautiful temple, first time visiting here and felt a great energy and vibration. I was lucky…read moreenough to walk into the main temple, and the monk played the gong for us. Can't recommend in this place. It's huge and way bigger than I thought it would be with many beautiful things to look at and give offerings too.

Beautiful temple in Santa Ana and the atmosphere gives feelings of calmness and peace. The prayer…read moreroom is spacious with plenty of seating. I have attended the Sunday services and would recommend. The beautiful garden and temple is aesthetically pleasing to the mind and senses. Nam Mô A Di Đà Phật

So I will be totally honest, we were driving by and saw this temple and decided since my son had…read moremissed going during the Lunar New Year, we decided to stop on by. From a temple perspective it was on the smaller side but it was quite nice. The grounds were clean and the staff was helpful and friendly. A super nice added touch was a volunteer hit the singing bowl everytime we bowed in prayer, even though we were the only ones praying at that time Timing is everything 6!!!!!! full busses stopped by while we were wrapping up so we avoided the crush. They also had a nice selection of vegetarian food available as well. There are multiple parking lots for this temple as well

This is one of the places to be at to ring in Lunar New Years eve. My friends and I came here, and…read morewe were in a big chaotic surprise. I haven't been to this temple since I was young, but it still looks the same as when I was younger. During the Tet festivities, they had live music, fireworks, food stands, lion dance, and photo ops. It was a little chaotic trying to do the countdown to the new year and it was hard to hear them because of the lion dancing and fireworks ongoing. Overall decent experience, but probably wouldn't do it again next year.

Been going to this studio post covid and what hidden gem it is. They offer a variety of levels with…read moreamazing instructors. If you are up for a challenge, Ananda is the best. He offers a challenging session for whatever level you are feeling on that particular day. Love practicing with those in class and ending with a peaceful feeling. Whether you are an early bird or night owl, you will find sessions with Ananda!

After complaining on social media the management apologized for delay and frustration, reviewed my…read morecase and extended the expiration of my remaining unused classes by 1 month. Now I am able to use my remaining classes without paying extra $$.

Ektaa Center is an space for learning the basics of meditation, as well as practicing meditation…read morefor those who are advanced yogis. I have been learning meditation since three months ago and I can say now that I have been feeling positive changes in my mood. I've became more self-possessed and more serene, I'm able to see things with a better perspective and I'm presently more aware of myself. As a guide, Preeti is always explanatory, close and willing to clear any concern people may have.

Best meditation, free meditation and awesome method to achieve thoughtlessness and to remain stress…read morefree. Highly recommended.

The Bottom Line Up Front: This is not a restaurant or…read morefarmers market but rather a Buddhist temple -- or rather the site of a future temple. Organizers are raising funds to build a larger facility by hosting a Thai food market of sorts from Sunday morning to about 3 p.m. Select dishes and drinks from a variety of Thai food vendors, get a glimpse of Buddhism, and enjoy the great outdoors all at the same time. The Setup: Similar to a state fair, you exchange your cash for tokens then use those tokens to pay the food vendors. Don't worry, there's no funky conversion rate to trick you like at some carnivals. Here a Jackson gets you a $20 token, a Hamilton gets you a $10 token, etc. The Food: It's not a huge place like the 626 Night Market; maybe 6 to 9 vendors total -- but there's more than enough to either get your Thai food fix or to explore different offerings if you're new to Southeast Asian cuisine. My wife got the boat noodles, which was standard. A solid amount was given, but the taste just didn't wow us. Still, she was satisfied with it. I wanted something unique and this Thai-American fusion stall kept catching my eye after I kept walking around indicisively for 10 minutes. So, I ordered the BBQ wings with Thai chili sauce and Thai-seasoned french fries. There were only 3 wings, but they were substantial in size and quite moist and tender. The seasoning was pretty understated, and I was hoping for more flavors. The fries took 15 minutes longer than expected and were still not super crispy. And like the wings, it lacked strong flavors. Overall, they were fine but a little underwhelming. I ended up dipping them in the wings sauce, and that elevated them quite a bit. Together, my wife and I shared mango sticky rice, which came in a big portion. We ended up eating it the next day and it was still tasty. The mangos were nice and ripe, while the coconut drizzle on the rice was mildly sweet -- a perfect balance. The Cost: All told, we spent $40 -- $10 for the boat noodles, $15 for the BBQ wings, $5 for the fries, and $10 for the mango sticky rice. At first, I thought that was kinda expensive for just above-average food, but then I remembered that if we had purchased the same things at a sit-down restaurant, we'd probably be paying $60 to $80 these days. So this was an affordable alternative. The best part? It's a donation to a worthy charity. The Setting: All of the vendor stalls and seating are outdoors. Picture handmade picnic tables and you get the idea. There's a good amount of seating, but if you get there after 12 p.m., it might be hard to get an open table with some tree shade. The Parking: The site is located along Chino Hills Parkway, tucked behind a row of trees and residential neighborhoods. If you don't slow down to spot Rustic Drive or the tiny sign the organizers posted at the intersection, you'll easily drive by without realizing it. Also, if you don't come well before noon, the paved parking lot gets filled up quickly, as does the very limited street parking. The Conclusion: If you go in looking for top-of-the-line Thai food, you'll be disappointed. But if you go in looking for a fun outdoor dining experience and to support a good cause, you'll enjoy this market as much as I did.

Great Thai street food vibes. It's only on Sunday mornings, located at a temple until 2 or 3pm…read more It's a token system where you exchange cash for tokens to pay for your food. There are multiple food vendors, from $1 skewers, desserts, to typical Thai dishes that they cook up fresh. They have bench seating areas, but keep in mind it could get hot and sunny during summer. You can order a Thai Green Tea/Thai Tea/ Thai Coffee/Pink Drink for something refreshing.

The Quan Am Temple where I can learn the Budha bibles for how to control my anger, greed, Hatred,…read moredilution. Although the temple is not big enough, but all the Buddhists love to come and read the bible every night. we can learn how to meditate too. Please come and see how you understand the Budha Bibles. Kevin Pham.

I have been going here almost every night to listen to Thay doc Kinh Phap Hoa. The young monks and…read morenuns here read Kinh Phap Hoa every night (except 2 nights before Lay Sam Hoi on the 14 and the 29 or 30th, Vietnamese Day of every month) from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. They read Kinh Dieu Phap Lieu Hoa in a good speed where I can still follow. I don't read or write Vietnamese, it's a good speed to learn to read along. I've been to other temples and they read really really fast, but this temple speed is perfect for me. Each Month they also have Lay Sam Hoi twice a month, also at a really really speed too. I love the peaceful environment the monks, nuns, and the people here offer. It's a small crowd, ~10 to 15 people each night, but the environment is very peaceful and relaxing. People come, sit, read Kinh, then go home. This Wednesday, November 9, 2011 (which is the 14th Vietnamese date) is the Lay Sam Hoi Day.