Santa Ana, Orange County, CA

Places to go in Santa Ana

16 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Antonello Ristorante

Food & Drink

Antonello Ristorante

Classic Northern Italian menu is served in a ritzy space with an old-world Tuscan vibe.

3800 S Plaza Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Benchmark

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Benchmark

Eclectic New American fare & cocktails furnished in a convivial setting with a tree-shaded patio

601 E Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Cafe Cito

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Cafe Cito

400 W 4th St Ste B, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Chapter One: the modern local

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Chapter One: the modern local

Housed in an ex-book store, this modern tavern serves cocktails, beer & pub grub to a hip crowd.

227 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana

Food & Drink

Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana

Relaxed pick for health-conscious cafe fare, including veggie & gluten-free options, in bright digs.

410 W 4th St 1st Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Den Cafe

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Den Cafe

Coffee shop with a bohemian vibe serving pastry, soup, sandwiches & burgers off the grill.

125 N Broadway D, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Hangar 24 Orange County

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Hangar 24 Orange County

Easygoing restaurant fixing up local staples such as burgers, tacos & wings, plus craft beer on tap.

17877 Von Karman Ave Unit 110, Irvine, CA 92614, USA

Hidden House Coffee

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Hidden House Coffee

511 E Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Hive and Honey Rooftop Bar

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Hive and Honey Rooftop Bar

Cocktails, craft beer & elevated bar bites served on a stylish hotel rooftop with sweeping views.

7905 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618, USA

Hopper & Burr

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Hopper & Burr

Stylish cafe offering a simple menu of java drinks & light fare in minimalist digs.

202 W 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Lola Gaspar

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Lola Gaspar

Cozy tapas joint serves up Latin & Spanish small plates, plus creative cocktails, in a small space.

211 W 2nd St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Morton's The Steakhouse

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Morton's The Steakhouse

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

1641 W Sunflower Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Rafael's Kitchen & Mad Coffee

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Rafael's Kitchen & Mad Coffee

201 Sandpointe Ave Suite 150, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

Santa Ana Brunch Club

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Santa Ana Brunch Club

1228 E Edinger Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

Tierra Mia Coffee

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Tierra Mia Coffee

Stylish chain serving Latin-inspired coffee drinks made with house-roasted beans, plus pastries.

1708 S Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

XIBEI EATERY

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XIBEI EATERY

2775 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA