SHOPPING H ANAHEIM GARDENWALK Outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment center near the Disney Resort includes Skechers, HarleyDavidson and Geeky Mamas; restaurants such as Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. and Roy’s; Bowlmor bowling lounge; and, opening presently, House of Blues. 400 W. Disney Way, Anaheim, 714.635.7410, anaheimgardenwalk.com
DEVELOPING GENRE Galleries devoted exclusively to photography aficionados are becoming a strong suit on the local arts scene. The Nat Geo Fine Art Gallery, new in Laguna Beach, offers limited-edition, provenance-verified prints by the photographers who document the world for the National Geographic Society and its National Geographic Magazine (949.627.8232). Nearby Ning Zhou Gallery, another recent addition with a focus on nature, features works by its namesake artist, a leader among Chinese photographers since the 1980s (above, 714.726.1763). The owner of the Susan Spiritus Gallery, which overlooks the Back Bay in Newport Beach, has shared her passion for fine-art photography for four decades; her catalogue presents works by luminaries such as Ansel Adams as well as today’s finest contemporary artists, with strong representation from overseas (714.754.1286).
BELLA TERRA Open-air Tuscan-themed center with cobblestone walkways boasts an attractive roster including outdoorsports and activewear specialists REI, Huntington Surf & Sport and Diane’s Beachwear, plus Whole Foods Market, a 20-screen cinema and Solita for tacos and margaritas. 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, 714.897.2533, bellaterra-hb.com
CENTER STREET PROMENADE Innovative owners of the Lab and the Camp work their hip retail magic with J. Mac Jewelers; Heart & Sole for footwear; BarBeer Shop, a barbershop serving beer; and casual dining favorites Pour Vida Latin Flavor for tacos and vegan Healthy Junk. Center Street and Anaheim Boulevard, Anaheim, 714.966.6661, centerstreetanaheim.com CORONA DEL MAR PLAZACL0000022719 Boutiques reflecting the area’s casual yet sophisticated coastal lifestyle include Gail Jewelers, Jack’s Surfboards, Diane’s Beachwear, Marmi for footwear and Tommy Bahama. Other draws: Tommy Bahama’s Island Grill and Sprinkles Ice Cream. 800-984 Avocado Ave., Corona del Mar, 866.491.7864, shopirvinecompany.com
BREA MALL The county’s second-largest mall is home to Nordstrom, Macy’s and Macy Men Children & Home; more than 175 other retailers including Guess, Everything but Water, Kiehl’s Since 1851 and new Pink; plus the Spa at the Glen, Kayla’s Cake and a children’s play area. 1065 Brea Mall, Brea, 714.990.2733, breamall.com
CRYSTAL COVE SHOPPING CENTER Exclusive boutiques and restaurants reflect the gorgeous coastal community. Find boutiques including At-Ease for Men, Coastal Cool, Millie and Novecento and fine-dining options Bluefin Japanese Cuisine, Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana and Mastro’s Ocean Club. 7845-8085 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, 949.494.1239, shopirvinecompany.com
THE CAMPCL0000022718 The outdoorsy center is geared to action-sports and dining enthusiasts. Hip spots set amid woods, Airstream trailers and pleasant nooks include eco department store SEED People’s Market and Active Ride Shop and dining venues Old Vine Café, Taco Asylum, Ecco Pizzeria and Vitaly. 2937 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.966.6661, thecampsite.com
H THE DISTRICT AT TUSTIN LEGACYCL900687 Center offers 1 million square feet of retail, dining and entertainment including Denim Lab, Ulta Cosmetics, Pinot’s Palette—color me wine!— and new Union Market dining and shopping vendors anchored by an impressive Whole Foods. Jamboree Road and Barranca Parkway, Tustin, 714.259.9090, thedistricttl.com
DOWNTOWN DISNEYCL0000022721 Outdoor 20-acre esplanade at Disney Resort features family favorites such as Build-A-Bear, Studio Disney 365 and Ridemakerz. Stores include Disney Vault 28, Fossil and Sanuk; among dining options are Catal and Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen. 1565 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.300.7800, downtowndisney.com H FASHION ISLANDCL0027 The sophisticated outdoor center, Southern California’s premier coastal shopping experience, features the county’s only Neiman Marcus as well as Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom. Boutiques include the Celect, Traditional Jewelers, new Rodd & Gunn for men, and swimwear retailers such as Letarte and Seafolly. Fine-dining options include Sushi Roku, Red O and Fig & Olive. 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.721.2000, shopfashionisland.com H 5 POINTS PLAZACL000022724 Surf City’s de facto town center boasts apparel from the likes of Loft, Tilly’s and Vans, accessories from Charming Charlie, and the all-important Trader Joe’s. Take a break at Cloudmover Day Spa or Hashigo Sushi; canine friends can do the same at the Barking Lot. 18593 Main St., Huntington Beach, 5pointsplaza.com IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTERCL0000022724 Outdoor center has ornate walkways, courtyards, campaniles and fountains inspired by Moorish architecture. Nordstrom and Macy’s anchor some 120 stores, restaurants and entertainment venues including the nation’s most popular cinemas and Imax theater. Giant Wheel visible from freeways. 71 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.753.5180, shopirvinespectrumcenter.com
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