Guidebook for Santa Ana
Food Scene
Our favorite Mexican restaurant in Santa Ana, located within one mile from the house.
Taqueria Tapatia
202 South Bristol StreetOur favorite Mexican restaurant in Santa Ana, located within one mile from the house.
Phoholic
14932 Bushard StGreat Vietnamese Phở serving with the right mints and vegetables
The best Phở broth and fillet beef in OC. Be prepared to wait during lunch hours and pay above average.
Phở Kim Quy
11035 Warner AveThe best Phở broth and fillet beef in OC. Be prepared to wait during lunch hours and pay above average.
Thai Nakorn Restaurant
12532 W Garden Grove BlvdOur favorite Thai restaurant in OC.
Tan Cang Newport Seafood
4411 W 1st StOur go-to for to-go seafood
Maggiano's Little Italy
3333 Bristol StAuthentic Italian food in family-friendly atmosphere
Tràm Chim Fresh Seafood
9455 Bolsa AveVietnamese food done right
The wait is worth it. And they do serve alcohol now including fresh beer on tap.
17 locals recommend
Ốc & Lẩu
10130 Garden Grove BlvdThe wait is worth it. And they do serve alcohol now including fresh beer on tap.
Pho Go
14271 Brookhurst StGreat pho noodle with efficient and friendly service. Remember to ask for fresh noodle.
Coffee Factory
15582 Brookhurst StGreat spot for breakfast, brunch, and experiencing the Little Saigon vibe.
Canton Restaurant - Chao Ca Cho Cu
8550 Westminster AveBest place for fish grill and porridge.
Ha Noi Avenue (The Avenue)
8432 Westminster Blvd.Our favorite for authentic Northern Vietnamese dishes.
Lily's Bakery
10161 Bolsa AveAnother great spot for breakfast, brunch, and experiencing the Little Saigon vibe.
The best food truck for seafood tacos and ceviche and it’s within 1-mile from our home. Check out their smoked marlin tacos!
Mariscos El YAQUI
1935 17th StreetThe best food truck for seafood tacos and ceviche and it’s within 1-mile from our home. Check out their smoked marlin tacos!
Quán Mii Restaurant
16031 Brookhurst StTheir crunchy “bánh xèo” is the best in Little Saigon.
Be patient with the wait and you’ll rewarded with the best “nem nướng” rolls in town. They also have a full bar with draft beers.
13 locals recommend
Brodard Restaurant
16105 Brookhurst StreetBe patient with the wait and you’ll rewarded with the best “nem nướng” rolls in town. They also have a full bar with draft beers.
Get on the waiting list via Yelp before you go. Definitely check out their garlic noodle.
59 locals recommend
The Vox Kitchen
16161 Brookhurst StGet on the waiting list via Yelp before you go. Definitely check out their garlic noodle.
Pho Dakao
16171 Brookhurst StThis is our favorite Phở chicken style. They also serve great wings to get you started.
Drinks & Nightlife
Karl Strauss Brewing Company Costa Mesa
901 S Coast DrFresh locally brewed beers + great food
Arts & Culture
Bowers Museum
2002 N Main StGreat place to take the kids
Entertainment & Activities
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrIt's the original
Disney California Adventure
Disneyland DrCan hop over from Disneyland
OC performing arts center is the place to catch a real concert.
199 locals recommend
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center DrOC performing arts center is the place to catch a real concert.
Angel Stadium of Anaheim
2000 E Gene Autry WayGo Angels!
Shopping
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StAll world famous brands in one place
The Outlets at Orange
20 City Blvd WThe one and only real outlets in OC
Beautiful place to enjoy outdoor shopping near the beach, even if it's just window shopping!
719 locals recommend
Newport Center/Fashion Island
401 Newport Center DrBeautiful place to enjoy outdoor shopping near the beach, even if it's just window shopping!
Getting Around
John Wayne Airport station
The only airport in OC
Essentials
Walmart Supercenter
16555 Von Karman AveEvery day items and grocery at unbeatable prices