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Pao Fa Buddhist Temple

3.8 (15 reviews)
Closed 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

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Michael C.

I've saved my 300th review for Quan Yin Bodhisattva, Sakyamuni Buddha and the Pao Fa Buddhist Temple. An urban oasis. Thank you to Sheni for her Buddhist classes, and to Frank. My inside pictures were taken prior to them moving the "no pictures" sign to the building entrance in mid-2014. You can burn incense in the dragon incense burner outside just outside, and seek your own compassion and good fortune. I'd love to see the main hall at night with the awesome chandelier lit up, but the temple closes to the outside before dark. Maybe I should come to a chanting ceremony at 5:00 a.m.....

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The temple offers a nice, quite place to pray,to learn about Buddhism and to cultivate a clear mind.

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Hsi Lai Temple - Roof details

Hsi Lai Temple

4.5(483 reviews)
21.1 mi

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.

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Hsi Lai Temple - Lunar new year 2026

Lunar new year 2026

Hsi Lai Temple - The last shrine

The last shrine

Hsi Lai Temple - One of the displays in courtyard area

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One of the displays in courtyard area

Orange County Buddhist Church

Orange County Buddhist Church

4.8(31 reviews)
12.5 mi

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.

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Orange County Buddhist Church - Obon 2023

Obon 2023

Orange County Buddhist Church
Orange County Buddhist Church

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Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep USA - One chicken skewer and one pork - fantastic!! And only $1 each!!

Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep USA

4.6(118 reviews)
20.6 mi
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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.

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Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep USA - Assorted fruit and sweets

Assorted fruit and sweets

Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep USA - Inside the Ube Moon Cake - was delish!

Inside the Ube Moon Cake - was delish!

Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep USA - Green Thai tea - never seen a green one before! Our party loved it!

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Green Thai tea - never seen a green one before! Our party loved it!

Pao Fa Buddhist Temple - buddhist_temples - Updated June 2026

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