Kristen’s Liked Places
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

1. Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

9.1
270 E 17th St (btwn Westminster & Santa Ana Avenue), Costa Mesa, CA
Donut Shop · Eastside Costa Mesa · 89 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: If you like creative and original you have to try Sidecar! They are a little expensive for donuts but they are so worth it. If it has rosemary or elderflower, trust me, get it.

Javier's Grill & Cantina is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

2. Javier's Grill & Cantina

9.2
7832 E Pacific Coast Hwy (Reef Point Dr), Newport Beach, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Crystal Cove · 110 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: Best deal in the house is the combo: cheese enchilada & shredded beef taco (really hungry? add the chili relleno). If you truly want the good stuff get the carnitas. refried beans... nuff said.

Burntzilla is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

3. Burntzilla

14413 Culver Dr (Walnut Ave), Irvine, CA
Burger Joint · 15 tips and reviews
Pieology Pizzeria is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

4. Pieology Pizzeria

8.0
713 Spectrum Center Dr (at Irvine Spectrum Center), Irvine, CA
Pizzeria · Irvine Center · 57 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The best part about this place is you get EXACTLY what you want. I do suggest asking for a drizzle of pesto. Their crust and toppings are better than similar places that have popped up lately.

Natraj Cuisine of India is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

5. Natraj Cuisine of India

8.4
24861 Alicia Pkwy (Bentley Ln), Laguna Hills, CA
Indian Restaurant · Central Laguna Hills · 20 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The all you can eat lunch buffet is the best deal in town. Every option is delicious, I especially like the vegetable dumplings in curry sauce. Come hungry or you'll be sorry.

The Little Kitchen Asian Cafe is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

6. The Little Kitchen Asian Cafe

8.5
24831 Del Prado (at Golden Lantern St), Dana Point, CA
Asian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The pot stickers were some of the best I've had and I would definitely order the beef chow fun again. Open til midnight and the service was great!

IHOP is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

7. IHOP

30492 Avenida de Las Banderas, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Breakfast Spot · 8 tips and reviews
SONIC Drive-In is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

8. SONIC Drive-In

5.9
25502 Jeronimo Rd (at Los Alisos Blvd), Mission Viejo, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The limeade with cranberry is fizzy and refreshing. I also enjoy the chilli cheese tater tots on rare occasions.

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

9. Los Angeles Haunted Hayride

7.2
4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Amusement Park · 30 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: We had so much fun... The VIP tix mean you can get thru all of the attractions in one night. I wish they didn't pack the hayride so much, we literally had to sit on others and legs/feet went to sleep.

Stonefire Grill is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

10. Stonefire Grill

7.5
3966 Barranca Pkwy (at Culver Dr), Irvine, CA
American Restaurant · Westpark · 36 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The lemon chicken is so yummy, but the mashed potatoes alone are worth going.

Tokyo Table is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

11. Tokyo Table

7.7
2710 Alton Pkwy Ste 101 (Jamboree Rd.), Irvine, CA
Japanese Restaurant · 70 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The garlic shrimp sizzling rice! The Tokyo sodas are refreshing. They have an extensive menu so there is something for everyone.

Boudin SF is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

12. Boudin SF

9.1
2803 Main St., Space A (at Jamboree Rd.), Irvine, CA
Sandwich Spot · 39 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The Apple brie and fig jam grilled cheese. Its the perfect combo of sweet and savory.

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

13. Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre

7.1
8800 Irvine Center Dr (Lion Country), Irvine, CA
Music Venue · 64 tips and reviews
The Greek Theatre is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

14. The Greek Theatre

9.1
2700 N Vermont Ave (at Los Feliz Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Amphitheater · 113 tips and reviews
85C Bakery Cafe is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

15. 85C Bakery Cafe

7.9
2700 Alton Pkwy., Ste. 123 (at Jamboree Rd), Irvine, CA
Bakery · 224 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: Love the jasmine milk tea. As far as the pastries, you really can't go wrong. That being said the Rose Cheese is life changing!

Baja Fish Tacos is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

16. Baja Fish Tacos

8.8
30242 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste B5, Laguna Niguel, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The carne asada is awesome and shrimp tacos are so good. If you get it to go, get the pinto beans, mash them a bit they taste just like refried beans! The seasoned rice is better with lime &cilantro

Paradise Bakery & Cafe is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

17. Paradise Bakery & Cafe

7.9
1006 The Shops At Mission Viejo (The Shops at Mission Viejo), Mission Viejo, CA
Café · 10 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The cookies are the best! As far as sandwiches, I love the turkey California (perfect on a hot day) and Santa Fe chicken (with olive and pepperoncini spread)!

VLVT | Velvet Lounge is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

18. VLVT | Velvet Lounge

7.5
416 W 4th St (btwn Broadway & Ross), Santa Ana, CA
Gay Bar · Downtown Santa Ana · 20 tips and reviews
4th Street Market is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

19. 4th Street Market

8.8
201 E 4th St (Bush), Santa Ana, CA
Market · Downtown Santa Ana · 13 tips and reviews
Peppino's Italian Family Restaurant is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

20. Peppino's Italian Family Restaurant

27782 Vista del Lago (at Marguerite Pkwy), Mission Viejo, CA
Italian Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews
Taco Mesa is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

21. Taco Mesa

8.6
22922 Los Alisos Blvd (Trabuco Rd.), Mission Viejo, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The blackened calamari tacos are AMAZING. The jamaica is really good... when they have it. The lobster bisque is delicious but be prepared it's rich and its got a kick!

Habit Burger & Grill is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

22. Habit Burger & Grill

7.9
23632 El Toro Rd. (The Orchard Shopping Center), Lake Forest, CA
Burger Joint · 47 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: I know everyone talks about the burgers but I LOVE the chicken club on sourdough! They have great fries (ask for a side of ranch, it's better than what most restaurants serve).

Moonstone Beach is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

23. Moonstone Beach

9.6
Moonstone Beach Dr (at York St), Cambria, CA
Beach · 13 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: There are cute B&Bs all along the beach. It was fun to look through the small pebbles on the beach and find the small moonstones.

Boneyard Beach Cafe is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

24. Boneyard Beach Cafe

25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA
Café · 1 tip
Dublin 4 Gastropub is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

25. Dublin 4 Gastropub

8.4
26342 Oso Pkwy (5 Fwy), Mission Viejo, CA
Gastropub · 24 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: Best restaurant in MV! Reuben rolls are mind-blowing. Fish & chips are perfect and include the best peas I've ever had. The orange cardamom bread pudding is as good as it sounds. Beware the parking

Selanne Steak Tavern is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

26. Selanne Steak Tavern

8.6
1464 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Steakhouse · The Village · 16 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: Steak of course. I cannot overstate this... get the Mac & cheese! In the end, no matter what you get, you can't go wrong. What I love is that it's a very nice restaurant without any pretentiousness

Los Rios Tea House is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

27. Los Rios Tea House

7.7
31731 Los Rios St, San Juan Capistrano, CA
Tea Room · 12 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: Adorable! The ginger peach tea and black current scone with cream are so good. But the finger sandwiches are VERY average so don't splurge for the high tea options unless it's a special occasion.

House of Pies is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

28. House of Pies

7.9
1869 N Vermont Ave (at Franklin Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Diner · Los Feliz · 112 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The fish and chips are REALLY GOOD. But if your meal comes a side, you can't beat the sweet potato fries. I seriously doubt you could get a bad pie here but the german chocolate is my pick.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

29. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

7.2
22022 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
American Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: Tri-tip sandwich is good for lunch or dinner. All the pizookies are good but the peanut butter one is life changing.

The Beachcomber Cafe is one of Kristen’s Liked Places.

30. The Beachcomber Cafe

9.1
15 Crystal Cv (at Pacific Coast Highway), Newport Beach, CA
New American Restaurant · Pelican Hill · 93 tips and reviews

Kristen A.Kristen Adam: The Cuban sandwich is mind blowing... And the view doesn't suck either. If you want something lighter the crab cake salad app is really tasty but definitely big enough for lunch.