Best Museums in and Around Anaheim

Anaheim is a trendy city with a wonderful culture and atmosphere, so it should not be a surprise that the area would be home to some of the best museums in Orange County. Museums and galleries are a great public resource that tend to get overlooked in today’s busy world. And if the last time you stepped foot inside one involved a middle or high school field trip, now is the time to take a visit. Here is a quick list of three great museums to try near the Anaheim area. Click the links provided to find out more information about each location.

 

MUZEO

241 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number(714) 956-8936

 

Hilbert Museum of California Art

167 N Atchison St
Orange, CA 92866

Phone number(714) 516-5880

 

Marconi Automotive Museum

1302 Industrial Dr
Tustin, CA 92780

Phone number(714) 258-3001

Where to Have a Luxurious Dinner in Anaheim

Dining out is a huge part of the American fabric and restaurants are a multi-billion dollar industry. However, most of us spend our time in fast food places or big chain restaurants (which are very tasty and have their place in the market). But sometimes it’s nice to dress up, park your car with the valet and enjoy a fine dining experience. And that label isn’t always about the money either as plenty of fine dining establishments are affordable but offer excellent customer service and a great ambiance. If you are looking to experience fine dining near you apartment, here are three excellent places to try.

 

The Ranch Restaurant

1025 E Ball Rd
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number: (714) 817-4200

 

Club 33

1313 S Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92802

 

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

2041 South Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92802

Phone number(714) 750-5466

Best Running Trails Near Anaheim

Running may be the most popular form of exercise around simply because the workout is so natural. You do not need any equipment or any training to get started, and all you have to do is step outside your apartment and start moving your feet. Many beginning runners quickly become addicted to the activity, which is why there are so many 5k, 10k and other races happening across the United States every month. If you are looking to challenge not only your body, but your mind, skip the gym membership and start running. Here are three great places to start.

 

Anaheim Coves

962 S Rio Vista
Anaheim, CA 92806

 

Oak Canyon Nature Center

6700 E Walnut Canyon Rd
Anaheim, CA 92807

Phone number: (714) 998-8380

 

Yorba Regional Park

7600 E La Palma
Anaheim, CA 92807

Phone number: (714) 973-6615

Anaheim Breakfast: Who has the Best Pancakes in Town?

Any time you can have a pancake it’s probably a good day. However, if you are going to have one for breakfast and pay for it, you might as well go to one of the best pancake spots in your neighborhood. Most times the best food comes from tiny hole-in-the-wall spots, so don’t get shy away from those small locations. Here is a quick list of three excellent and well-reviewed spots according to the user at Yelp. If you happen to try one of those pancakes soon, drop us a line in the comments sections and let us know what you thought.

 

Original Pancake House

1418 E Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number: (714) 535-9815

 

Country Family Cafe

1736 S Euclid St
Anaheim, CA 92802

Phone number: (714) 956-5341

 

Cafe Casse Croute

656 S Brookhurst St
Anaheim, CA 92804

Phone number: (714) 774-8013

 

Where To Attend An Easter Service Near Anaheim

Easter is a big event with bunny’s, eggs, a huge family dinner, but before any of that happens, most people attend a church service in the morning. If you are looking to start that traditional once more, but haven’t been to a church in Anaheim, do not worry because the city has a number of excellent options to choose from. Here is a list of three friendly and welcoming churches to attend near your Anaheim apartment. Just be sure to show up early, at least 20 minutes and grab seat, because services tend to fill up fast. Also contact each location for specific service times.

 

Saddleback Church

2095 E Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92806

Phone number: (949) 609-8006

 

Eastside Christian Church

3330 E Miraloma Ave
Anaheim, CA 92806

Phone number: (714) 871-6844

 

Calvary Chapel East Anaheim

5605 E La Palma Ave
Anaheim, CA 92807

Phone number: (714) 695-9650

 

Watch March Madness at the ESPN Zone in Downtown Disney

March Madness starts this week and will feature a weekend filled with non-stop college basketball. If you are a sports junkie and need multiple television sets to watch the games, your best bet is to head out to a bar and watch the games. And one of the best and most entertaining sports bars in the entire Anaheim area is the ESPN Zone in the Downtown Disney District. The ESPN themed bar will be showing every game on their endless number of tv sets, and if you will be going with a significant other who does not like sports, this is the perfect spot to help keep them busy with food, drinks and games. Have fun and enjoy the next few weeks of being in sports heaven.

 

ESPN Zone

1545 S Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802

Phone number: (714) 300-3776

How To Stay Safe This St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is a huge and fun holiday (even if you aren’t Irish), If you will be going out to a bar and having a few drinks next week, be sure think about your safety and the safety of others. Here are a few tips for staying safe this holiday.

 

Figure out transportation: do not leave this issue to the final second because that is when people get behind the wheel drunk. Find a designated driver, walk to the bar, order an Uber or take a bus. Just know how you will be getting home.

 

Eat and drink water: do not go the bar on an empty stomach. Eat a full dinner and drink lots of water throughout the day. Also be sure to have a glass of water for every drinks that you have.

 

Take care of your friends: be sure to check on your friends and make sure they are safe for the night. Thinks can go overboard at a bar, so make sure everyone is handling themselves correctly.

Tips For Throwing an Oscars View Party This Sunday

Its not too late to throw an Oscars viewing party this Sunday. The ceremony will be Chris Rock host amid a diversity controversy, while Leonardo DiCaprio is expected to take home his first Best Actor nod, and is expected to be must-see tv. Here are a few quick tips for hosting a great party.

 

Dress to impress: the Oscars are an opulent affair with tuxedos and wonderful dresses, so set a dress code and have all your guests come dressed up. It might seem silly, but everyone loves to get dressed up, so why not have some fun with the event?

 

Pass out your own awards: buy a few plastic Oscar trophies and hand out your own awards. Give a best dressed trophy, funniest person of the night and any other category you see fit.

 

Buy props: in the social media age we live in, taking pictures is half the fun of attending a party. Buy a few props like funny glasses, hats, feathered boas and fake noses and let your guest be silly.

 

How To Drown Out Loud Noises In Your Apartment

If you are dealing with loud noises ruining your quiet and calm apartment atmosphere, here are a few tips for drowning out the noise and staying sane.

 

Background music: the human brain is adept at drowning out unwanted noises and focusing on other things. Throw on some light background music to keep you calm and focused the right noises.

 

Drapes and fabrics: Hang heavy drapes on your window or decorate your walls with sound absorbing fabrics to keep out the noise. This simple change can go a long way in reducing loud noises.

 

Furniture: rearrange furniture with large pieces blocking out noise from the loudest areas in your house. If the outside noise is coming from the balcony rearrange your furniture to block that area as much as possible while still staying functional.

 

What To Do this Valentine’s Day In Anaheim

If you do not already have a dinner reservation for Valentine’s Day, it’s probably already too late to make one. Now is the time to think out of the box and try something new. Here are a few tips for planning a memorable Valentine’s Day in Anaheim.

 

Downtown Disney: anything that has to do with Disney is sure to be a wonderful time. Head over to the Disney district and take walk in the Downtown Disney promenade. Visit the Lego store or even buy your date a Build-a-build.

 

Walk on the beach: Orange County is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in California, so skip all the Valentine’s day hoopla and take a nice walk on the beach.

 

Karaoke: doing something fun and showing off your personality is a great way to connect on a date, so why try Karaoke or bowing or anything else where you can be fun and flirty.