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Afternoon Theater & Thai in La Mirada

Spend a delightful afternoon enjoying a performance at the acclaimed La Mirada Theatre. Afterward, share a romantic and flavorful Thai dinner, making for a perfect cultural date.

A 3.5-hour Norwalk afternoon plan for couples — La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, Renu Nakorn Thai, Starbucks Coffee Company.

Duration
3h 30m
Cost
$100–$200
Stops
3 stops
Walking
Light walking · Total 2.6-mile driving route
Best time
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for
Couples · Solo
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Afternoon Theater & Thai in La Mirada

The plan

The plan

  1. 1La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts(2 hr 30 min)→
  2. 2Renu Nakorn Thai(1 hr)→
  3. 3Starbucks Coffee Company(30 min)

Why this plan works

The 3 stops cover about 2.6 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Norwalk instead of crossing town between them. La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Starbucks Coffee Company — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples and solo who want a planned Norwalk outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Overview

Spend a delightful afternoon enjoying a performance at the acclaimed La Mirada Theatre. Afterward, share a romantic and flavorful Thai dinner, making for a perfect cultural date.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts1
    2h 30m
    La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts

    Arts & Culture

    Local theater offers a varied program featuring the symphony, plays, concerts & shows for youth.

    What to do — Immerse yourselves in a captivating performance, from plays to concerts, at the highly regarded La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.

    Scout Side Quest

    Before the show starts, each make one ultra-specific prediction about what will happen on stage. See who comes closest.

    2.6 mi · 9 min drive

    Then Take a short, scenic drive to Renu Nakorn Thai for a romantic dinner.

  2. Renu Nakorn Thai2
    1 hr
    Renu Nakorn Thai

    Food & Drink

    Relaxing atmosphere for a variety of traditional Thai dishes served in a comfortable dining room.

    What to do — Enjoy a delicious and authentic Thai meal, discussing the show you just saw. This cozy spot is perfect for conversation.

    Scout Side Quest

    Deliver a dramatic 30-second review of the show in character as a famously hard-to-please theater critic.

    0 mi · 3 min drive

    Then Short hop over to Starbucks Coffee Company.

  3. Starbucks Coffee Company3
    Optional 30 min
    Starbucks Coffee Company

    Food & Drink

    Welcoming coffeehouse with handcrafted coffee, espresso & tea, plus breakfast, lunch & pastries.

    What to do — Stop into Starbucks Coffee Company and pick out pastries for tomorrow morning.

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Norwalk itinerary for couples?
Yes. It's built for couples and solo and runs about 3 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 3 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Norwalk itinerary cost?
Roughly $100–$200 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Not entirely. The stops cover about 2.6 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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