Max and Lizzie

Eat / Drink / Shop

Bear Flag Fish Co. is always our first stop when we are back in California. We make our own poke bowls, but don't overlook the rest of the menu. 

Other favourites include Malibu Farm, Circle Hook, Zinque, or for a fancier meal, Nobu

Near Lido Village, off Pacific Coast Highway, is C’est Si Bon Bakery. The pastries and baguette sandwiches are excellent.

We always make time for brunch at Wilma’s Patio, a classic American Diner style restaurant. Open all day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. www.wilmaspatio.com/ 

Walk down the main street, Marine Avenue, and pop your head into the shops

Get yourself a sweet treat at Sugar ‘n Spice or Dad’s Donut & Bakery Shop

Take the Balboa Ferry across to Balboa Village, have a play in the Fun Zone, buy a bag of taffy at Balboa Candy, then find a spot on the beach

Explore Crystal Cove State Park for a beautiful beach walk or hike www.california.com/guide-crystal-cove-state-park/ 

All day dining at The Beachcomber (be sure to make a reservation in advance; or get there early, put your name down and go for a beach walk while you wait) https://thebeachcombercafe.com/ 

Grab a burger at The Shake Shack overlooking the ocean crystalcoveshakeshack.com/

Javier’s or Mastro’s Ocean Club for a nice dinner

A name that speaks for itself

Great shopping, plenty of restaurants

The Cannery

Hook & Anchor 

Sol Cocina 

Pizzeria Mozza

Buddha's Favorite Sushi

Starfish Newport 

Sabatino's 

The Whaler

Rusty Pelican

Shamrock Bar

Billy’s at the Beach

Where to beach: Newport Pier, Balboa Pier, Corona Del Mar, Laguna Beach

Rent a beachcruiser for a bike ride along the beach

Rent a duffy boat for an afternoon harbour ride www.eboatsrental.com/

Play a round of golf at Pelican Hill or Strawberry Farms Golf Club

Head to Inspiration Point in Corona del Mar to watch the sunset

Don’t forget about Huntington Beach

For additional mall shopping, visit South Coast Plaza or Irvine Spectrum