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    Kaitlyn N.

    We couldn't have planned a beautiful wedding without the help of the Event Loft. This review is long overdue. (We got married in April of this year). I have been thinking of my wedding this morning so I decided I needed to post a review to let everyone know about my wedding planning experience. Adina and Tania from the Event Loft were so helpful throughout the whole process. My husband and I work full time and planning a wedding was like another job we had to do. I honestly never knew how many details go into planning an event for 100 people. All I know was that I just wanted to be surrounded by trees and flowers. So we decided on the Nursery. At the time when we went venue shopping (early fall of 2018) the greenhouse was still under construction. Despite the fact that we didnt know how it would turn out, we decided to take a gamble and have the reception at the greenhouse. Then the planning began! We only had 7 months to plan (&my husband wasn't very helpful) so having Adina's help was AMAZING! I appreciated it so much! And I'm still grateful for it. The Eventloft provided me with the photographer, florist, DJ and a bi-lingual officiant. This saved me a lot of time. I didn't have to do my own research and planning/coordination on the wedding day. The greenhouse was constructed in time for the wedding so we were able to hold the reception inside it (probably the only wedding held there since it was newly built at the time and it's currently closed from holding events). The lighting, floral arrangements and ambiance were so romantic and gorgeous! It exceeded my expectations. If it ever opens up again, you should definitely book this venue! Maybe 2020 or 2021?? We had a lot of people compliment the special cocktail drinks (fruity sangria and a guava pink drink) and the beautiful venue. I loved the floral arrangements on the tables. the florist from the Event loft did such an amazing job on my bridal bouquet! Peonies weren't in season at the time so I opted for Juliet Roses. I LOVED the bouquet so much. I would say it's one of the best arrangements I have seen in my life. So many people complimented on it as well. The photographer through Eventloft was also great. He seemed passionate about his job...he accidentally stepped into the fountain while he was taking pictures! Props to him for sticking around for the night with a wet shoe. LOL Adina, her husband and Tania were so helpful the whole night. They helped coordinate the wedding and kept us hydrated and fed. Thank you all for being such a great support system on our wedding day and the days following it. And thank you all for being so patient and accommodating. Also if anyone is looking for a dress, I have one for sale.. message me!

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    Vishal S.

    Adina and Kelly were so awesome with helping us plan our wedding. The original venue we had booked with got shut down 5 months before our big day, but Adina was able to work with us and help us find another location which ended up working out better! Adina was amazing at decorating the venue according to our vision and Kelly was amazing at helping us stay sane on the big day! We were well fed, taken care of and felt like we could enjoy the day because of Adina and Kelly. We had an absolute blast at the wedding and are so thankful to have had Adina and Kelly and the entire team helping to make our vision come true!

    Jennifer L.

    Being a stay at home mom of 4 for 22 years, event planning has always been a passion of mine. I've put together many events at my home and finally decided to venture out. I started working for the Event Loft in mid January of 2016- I'm was inspired by the positive energy, professionalism and creativity that Adina the primary event planner represents. In the few months that I have worked at the Event Loft, I have personally observed that Adina does not miss any details and she works extremely close with her clients. So close that she tends to treats them as family. She instill's security and comfort they seek to create the event of their dreams- Her staff comes highly trained, well mannered and nicely groomed. They treat each event and its guests with grace and respect. They ensure that the expectations go well over and beyond what was expected. I have truly enjoyed being a part of such a terrific team! From a clients perspective, I hired The Event Loft in February 2016 to put together my daughters baby shower- It originally was going to be done from my home but I had last minute thoughts and decided to take the pressure off of me so I could enjoy the day with my family and our 70 guests- Adina helped put my plans into action so fast that I felt relief immediately! I knew I wouldn't be disappointed- Her contract was very thorough and well thought out. She brought new ideas to my attention that I would have missed or messed up. The decor was beautiful! Fresh flowers, candles and table linens were placed perfectly. The food was delicious and freshly made from the kitchen chefs. The staff couldn't have been more delightful and helpful. It was great!!! My family and friends didn't know what to expect but they were in awe once they arrived. Eyes wide open! They complimented everything and they said that this was a baby shower like no other and they'd never forget it! The Event Loft is definitely the first company I will hire again

    I don't even know where to start with Adina and all the staff at The Event Loft - they are incredible! We were looking for something a little different for my sister in laws bachelorette party and they planned the perfect day! The location they picked was gorgeous and all the little details made the event so special. They put together a pool party with fun activities and entertainment spread throughout the day. We ended up with an overcast day but the crew didn't let it ruin the party! They heated the pool and decorated the pool house so everyone was comfortable! The food, dessert and bar options were delicious! My sister in law said it was the perfect party! We can't thank The Event Loft enough for the memories they gave us!

    Thank you to The Event Loft for helping us throw our annual Super Bowl party! The event turn out amazing and I couldn't have done it without Adina and her crew. In December I had my second child and couldn't imagine hosting a 60 person party in February. That was until Adina and I started talking and she talked me into hiring The Event Loft to help me with Super Bowl. Best decision I've made hosting a party. They did a phenomenal job! This was the first Super Bowl we've hosted where I could relax and enjoy my friends and family! Thank you Adina and thank you to The Event Loft!!

    Mirjana R.

    My wife and I were married last Saturday, August 23rd. Adina's, The Event Loft planned everything from our beautiful wedding ceremony to the extraordinary reception. The endless details of planning a wedding were all handled by Adina and her talented staff. Thankfully, the typical, anticipated, pre-wedding stress was completely eliminated . From the beginning of the afternoon wedding ceremony to the evening reception, we were blown away by her interpretation of our vision, creativity and masterful assimilation of the artistic details. Our wedding day became the happiest event in both of our lives! From the beginning of the collaboration with Adina, our wedding evolved from a private dream, to a breathtaking, social reality. And we were not alone in the experience. ALL OF OUR GUESTS felt the same way. We were continually complimented throughout the evening and in the days that followed! The hearts of our guests were inspired by the stunning environments that were created. They repeatedly told us how our wedding was the most beautiful event they had ever attended! Adina, Elora, Meri, Daniel and their creative staff went above and beyond our expectations! As a direct result of this experience, one of our daughters and a personal friend will be planning their future weddings with The Event Loft. Knowing what we now know, my wife and I are especially looking forward to attending these beautiful, future affairs. For Mirjana and me, it is not enough to just say, "Thank You". We are most grateful to Adina and The Event Loft. We will always recommend her! Ralph and Mirjana Ringo

    Our dessert table at our wedding reception at the Gray Matter Museum of Art. Photo by Dennis Roy Coronel Photography.
    Carsten T.

    The only stressful part of planning our wedding was everything up UNTIL we found The Event Loft. After that, it was completely effortless thanks to Adina. We were in great hands and I would choose to book our ceremony and reception through the Event Loft a million times over. Adina is extremely responsive, friendly, organized, and talented. I was not interested in planning many of the details of our wedding so I left much of it up to her and I could not have been happier with the result. The cool thing is, even if I had wanted to provide more input, I know she would have made everything look and feel exactly like I was envisioning. On top of that, we booked everything only a few weeks before our wedding - something I wouldn't advise anybody ever do - but somehow she made everything come together perfectly. Everybody on the team was awesome and sweet to boot! 110% recommended.

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    Michelle Y.

    Stop your search for a Event Company and call The Event Loft! Adina and her team are amazing!!! I spend two months researching wedding event companies and wedding venues. It was the most painful process because my fiancé (now husband) was a DIVA through the process. We looked at every wedding venue we could think of and were lost on how to even plan a wedding. Two months of looking at venues, I wanted to give up. I cried because we couldn't find a venue to agree on and I knew if we couldn't agree on a venue, we probably can't agree on wedding details. So one night, I turned to Yelp to looking at wedding venues and The Event Loft came up. I emailed them and within 24hrs, I received an email for Adina. We talked over the phone later that day for a good hour. We really connected, she knew what I wanted. The main thing I loved about The Event Loft it's pretty much a one stop shop. They handle everything from the venue, the florals (Mary is amazing!!!),the music, the caterer, and the rentals. It was a dream come true!! The process- I sent Adina some of wedding inspiration photos and filled out her questionnaire. She later then sent me a price quote. My fiancé and I were please with the quote she sent us and decided to sign with her. Between signing and 3 months prior to the wedding, Adina and I emailed back and forth. I sent her more wedding inspirations / mood board. 3 months prior to the wedding date. We did the tasting, floral arrangements and tablescape. Everything was smooth sail, until... My fiancé didn't like the linens. I emailed Adina my fiancé concerns, and she quickly came up with different solutions. 2 weeks before the wedding, Adina showed us more table cloth options, luckily my fiancé liked the new linens. Everything looked amazing. Wedding Day- perfect! Everything was amazing!!!! We got so many compliments on the venue and the tablescape. Adina and her team exceeded our expectations. My husband is usually really picky, but he loved everything about our wedding. I would hire Adina and her team again! I just need to think of an event! Lol

    They have an adorable room you and your girls can get ready in beforehand!
    Lauren W.

    When I tell you this place saved my wedding, they SAVED my wedding. My husband and I just got married November 15th, 2020 in Newport Beach. We had originally booked a courtyard area, where we had to do all of the work, bring in our own vendors, and coordinate everything. When this venue canceled on us two weeks before our wedding I called every place I could search on the internet. Adina, with the Event Loft, literally called me that night around 9pm and I felt instantly reassured. They literally began all the planning the next day and were so incredibly helpful. One of the places they recommended was The Gray Matter Museum next to the Lido hotel and the minute I saw it I fell in love! I was able to have a ceremony, happy hour and reception for my guests. Adina and Sara were in constant contact with me and gave me so many beautiful options from decor, tables, food, beverages and more. They have everything you could need at this venue and more! I would recommend anyone getting married to them as they will find the perfect space for you. It was such a blessing in disguise that our previous venue canceled. I would have my wedding over and over again if I could! Adina and Sara are literally miracle workers! They also made sure everything was safe for all my guests with all the COVID restrictions and I was comfortable with all the precautions. If you need help planning PLEASE call them!

    The event was seem less! I basically explained my vision for my graduation party and they made it happen!
    Jennifer N.

    Amazing company to work with! They made sure the my vision became reality without a glitch! I really enjoyed working with them, I did very little work they took care of everything. Which is exactly what i wanted ! They are also remarkably attentive, they even reminded me to have a plate of food! Who does that!? I felt truly cared for with this company , I highly recommend them

    I recently worked with Adina and the Event Loft team at a wedding. As a florist who interacts with event planners, The Event Loft team was a dream come true. They were on top of every need and little detail, ensuring the couple's wedding day was a huge success. If you are looking for event production planners, look no further. Just hire The Event Loft, you won't be sorry!

    Marisa S.

    I absolutely loved working with Adina to plan the perfect company holiday party. Everything turned out to be better than expected and everyone in the office can't stop talking about it! The food was delicious and the Dj was great! The whole dance floor was packed at the end of the night. The decor was gorgeous and Adina did everything she could to make sure I looked like the hero of the night for planning this event! And I really didn't do much! I can't wait to work with her for next year!

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    Sherman Library & Gardens

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    LOVELY and well maintained garden! I thoroughly enjoyed my time here. We were fortunate to visit…read morewhen they had the mosaic sculptures featured throughout too, which was an added bonus. I loved seeing the sculpture that will be at Burning Man this year. The garden is on the smaller size for a botanical garden (some stuff was under maintenance while we were there) but the gardens were impeccable. My favorite part was all the dahlias. Stunning! Your entry ticket ($12 for adults) also includes admission to the library, which had a bonsai area and some fun history. We were able to easily find free parking nearby. All the staff was so friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the work. I definitely recommend this spot! Such a beautiful, relaxing space.

    They're open in limited capacity so it's not going to take longer than an hour to tour the grounds…read more Parking was $6.50 Not sure when construction finishes but it shouldnt take long because we spoke to someone there who said the city will want to expedite construction to open the restaurant. Beautiful still. We came the day before Mother's Day for the rose show. Looking forward to coming back when construction completes because at $5 admission that is kind of a rip for how much is there. It took us longer because I recognized someone at the rose show and my son is really into plants but for an average person I'd say 30-45 min is really how much is there right now until they finish the remodel

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    Harborside restaurant is an old-school dining establishment right at the end of Newport Bay. It has…read moreits charms. The place has limited free paring for guests, but you can park at the nearby lots for a small fee. The place is well run and clean and provides excellent views of the harbor. Service was excellent, always attentive and friendly We came for lunch and they have a weekday happy hour menu until evening which was very convenient. Their happy hour menu is great for snacks and appetizers. Highly recommend the onion ring tower. Great app to share. The Tuna tacos were average and nothing special. Their menus offer a variety of offerings primarily around seafood (duh!), but they do offer non-seafood protein options as well for those not a fan of seafood. Drinks they have a full menu and bar so feel free to order what you like I opted for an old-fashioned which was delicious, not too weak, not too strong either. For food, I went with the swordfish. As someone who eats a lot of tuna and salmon at home, when I eat out, I tend to prefer white fish. Swordfish is perfect as it has a "steak-like" preparation and very filling. This one was cooked very well, the rice pilaf has a nice flavor to it and the veggies are cooked just right. Next time I'd ask for the fruit salsa on the side as it doesn't do much for the dish. Other popular dishes our party got was the seafood pasta and definitely check out their daily specials

    My wife and I love the Harborside and gave been going there for years…read more The blackened salmon dinner with lemon butter caper sauce, mashed potatoes and green beans is excellent and last night we had the fresh swordfish which was fantastic! The service is always great, the ambiance being right on the water is first class and the prices are very good. I highly recommend it.

    Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina - 4th of July Fireworks - 2025

    Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina

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    We stayed for several days before the Memorial weekend, so we experienced only one day of the…read moreactual busy portion of the holiday weekend. Good things: We thought the bathrooms and showers were very clean. The food at Moes was good as were the drinks. The store was well-stocked with toys, food, and clothing. The pool and jacuzzi were great, and the kids loved them. Kids' activities and games were plentiful, and they also enjoyed the playground. Staff was helpful in the office. Security was present and doing lots of rounds the first two nights (did not see them the busy Friday night). The camp was VERY, impressively, quiet at night. Middling things (mind you, the campground is not in control of these!): the sand is not soft sand like at the coastal beaches. Kids will probably need shoes for the shells and rocks, and it's packed super hard. The campground is under the flight path of John Wayne airport, so expect to know when it's 7 am each day since that's when the planes begin roaring overhead. Not-so-great things: the sites are super close together. Yes, you will be packed in like sardines, especially in the "standard" back row sites, which were completely filled when we visited. It is hard to back in when trucks are parked along the road, in front of the tiny sites- there is VERY little room for error. The sites are ALL DIRT, which I did not think would be so bad until I lived it. (Never again, unless I buy some turf at some point.) When campers dump their waste, expect to get some whiffs. (Many reviews note something about the angle of the dump/hose- we don't have a bathroom in our trailer so I can't attest to that issue.) Finally, the single biggest deal breaker for us was the allowed use of wood burning fire pits at sites. Since everyone is crammed in there, people burning wood on Friday night resulted in the paths and trailers and even the bathrooms being filled with smoke. They should only allow gas burning fire pits! So yeah- if we return it will only ever be mid week and preferably in the off-season.

    Unfortunately, my experience at the market was extremely disappointing. I approached an employee…read morewith a simple question regarding holiday weekend events happening at the Dunes and was met with rude, dismissive, and unprofessional behavior. The employee appeared completely untrained, offered no helpful information, and acted inconvenienced by a basic customer inquiry. Customer service and professionalism matter, especially during busy holiday weekends when visitors are looking for guidance and support. I hope management takes customer experience more seriously moving forward and provides better staff training.

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    Crystal Cove Beach Cottages

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    These are just fun to do and so California. They are very hard to book so if you happen to snag…read moreone, it's definitely worth a visit. They have a checkin area where you can unload all your stuff as well before moving your car to the parking lot. The cottages have a microwave & a refrigerator with a sink. You can't use the stove/oven, just FYI. I did a 1 nighter in a shared cottage in November. It was cooler weather and we were in the white house upstairs. We had the loft and another party had the side room. We have no issues sharing the common space and it was fun to experience. This April, I scored a 2 night in cottage 4B on the only rainy/gloomy weekend we've had here. Of all the luck. Within 6days of reservation date, you lose 1 night stay so it was sunk cost so I went ahead and did both nights. Easy to check in and checkout. If you are down the hill, you can get a ride on the golf carts which are very nice. 2 cars overnight as well per cabin. Rooms were clean. There is no AC so be prepared depending on your weather. I wanted to leave windows open but most don't have a screen so you get bugs and I was afraid of critters coming in. (Saw it on a youtube from someone. ) Each cottage is different but great to get away. Beautiful location! SYOY!

    Ok. I grew up in Orange County and only found out about place this a couple of months ago…read more The history of the cottages is way too long to go into here, but it is very interesting. Currently there are full cottages (like an Airbnb), dorms (private rooms with shared living space),and three ADA cottages. The prices range from $53 -$338 per space, per night, all year. Reservations for the cottages open up 6 months in advance at 8am, and the dorms open up 1 month in advance at 8am. The max time length is 7 days, per reservation. They are located right on the beach in Crystal cove, with full kitchens, bedding, towels, and toilet paper. The views are GORGEOUS!!! Lots of windows, and there is nothing like falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing. We stayed in 29B which is the loft inside building 29 (4 twin beds and private bath downstairs) so cute, so comfortable, and just a lovely stay! The Beachcomber restaurant is located right on the beach as well, serving breakfast lunch and dinner. SUPER packed in summer, not such much in winter. There is a snack bar area, a couple historical building, and a souvenir shop adjacent to the restaurant. The Shake Shack is up at the top of the cliff, up a huge flight of stairs, on PCH. There is also a private meeting room located next to the reg office if you wanted to host a meeting overlooking the ocean. PLEASE NOTE FOR PARKING: the reg office is located past the ranger station, and you have to drive up there to get your keys and unload your car. Then you are given a parking permit, and have to drive your car across the street (PCH) and walk back to the cottage area, about a 10 min walk with minor hills. For the ADA cottages, you can park very close to the cottage. PRO-TIP: bring your own coffee cups, plates, silverware. Very limited in the cabin

    Balboa Fun Zone Arcade - Neon sign at night

    Balboa Fun Zone Arcade

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    I'd give this place more than 5 stars if I could. The games are fun, and we came home with a bunch…read moreof prizes, but the people that work there are really the reason we come back when we visit for Spring Break every year. Justin and the other young man behind the counter are so incredibly friendly and talk to you as if you're a visitor, not a paying customer, which is incredible to me given the location and sheer number of people who pass through the arcade every day. Justin was cheering on our kids on as they played games and celebrating with us when we won... and then incredibly patient when those same kids took about an hour to decide on what prizes they would choose with their tickets. I'm always a bit hesitant to visit the overly touristed, typical beach spots when we're on vacation, but we always make a point to come here when we're in the area. Other pros to the arcade include seeing that the staff are frequently out cleaning the games and machines, and a good variety of games for such a small place. I always recommend that people stop in when they go to Newport pier, so I may as well recommend here on Yelp as well!

    Came in to check things out and it was really crowded!!…read more They have plenty of games and lots of games that dispense tickets to redeem prizes. The prices of the credit vary on amount and it can get quite expensive, the prizes are not worth the credit we spend but that isn't the point of the prizes. Also you get a reusable card which I think if you come often to make sure to bring it and just refill the amount to waive the new card activation fee. We didn't get to stay long to play the games we wanted since it was crowded and the game we wanted was pretty popular. Would like to try again next time and will bring our card for a refill!

    Harborside Grand Ballroom - Hour before the event

    Harborside Grand Ballroom

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    I've been in the wedding industry for nearly two decades, and even so, planning my own wedding felt…read moreoverwhelming at first. That changed immediately once I found The Harborside Ballroom. From the first walkthrough, so many of my nerves were put at ease. Corey hosted my initial walkthrough, and Marisa led the second when I brought my fiancé. From the moment we chose Harborside, the entire process was seamless. From pre event planning to day of execution, Marisa and Corey were exceptional. They were patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely great to work with. Our wedding was truly amazing and would not have been possible without the incredible Harborside team. Communication was clear, flexibility was never an issue, the food was excellent, and the staff executed flawlessly. I genuinely wish every venue operated this way. A huge thank you to Marisa, Corey, and the entire team at The Harborside Ballroom and Harborside Restaurant. A great view, great food, and a great team absolutely exist, and you'll find all three at Harborside. -D & J

    Love this venue and the staff. Shout out to Marisa and Cory for being rockstars. The non profit I…read morevolunteer for has been using this venue for easily 10 years for our fundraiser and it never disappoints. The food menu/options are plentiful and the views are unbeatable. I have been here for other events as well and I am never let down. The only thing that's slightly negative is the lack of onsite parking but luckily the valet saves the day.

    Once Upon An Island - Mermaid hair

    Once Upon An Island

    (218 reviews)

    Whenever my neice is in town we love taking her to a "princess experience". We've done Bippity…read moreBoppity Boop at Disney. And Tea for Tots at Morning Lavender. They were all fun. But this was the best for both the parents and kids. Unlike Disney, the family members can all watch, and for an extra fee, Mommies can also participate by becoming a mermaid too. It was also more interactive than either of the other two experiences, because our niece got one on one time with her mermaid host, and got to have tea time and a Photoshoot. The adults also have a nice lounge area, where you can have lattes or some bubbly, if you choose. We appreciated that they considered the adults in the experience. Overall, we highly recommend this experience.

    We attended this pop-up event with our two toddlers, ages 3 and 2, who were incredibly excited to…read morebecome "mermaids." Unfortunately, the experience was very underwhelming. The makeover consisted of a small amount of eyeshadow, a few face gems, and photos taken with a low-quality photo booth setup that were sent to our phones. As parents, we're happy to pay for experiences that bring our children joy, so the cost itself wasn't the issue. My main concern is with the hair application. The extension braids were attached improperly on both of my daughters using a single bead attached to a very small section of hair. This created significant tension from the weight of the braid and resulted in visible bald spots on both children afterward. Children's hair is much more delicate than adult hair, and techniques that place excessive tension on the scalp should be avoided. There are safer methods for attaching braids to children's hair, such as incorporating more hair into the attachment or braiding the extension into the natural hair rather than suspending the entire weight from a tiny section. I believe this demonstrates a lack of proper training and care when working with children's hair. Parents should be aware of the potential risk of hair damage before booking this experience. While my daughters enjoyed the mermaid theme, I was extremely disappointed to see damage to their hair as a result.

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