Crystal Cove State Park is my favorite place to go in Orange County when I need to get away from Orange County. Well, the modern version of it, any way. Hiding in plain sight right off Pacific Coast ...

Yes, I realize it’s considered gauche to order a bloody mary after 5 p.m., but as long as the sun hasn’t yet set, and I’m still ensconced at my table overlooking Crystal Cove beach at the Beachcomber ...

15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast; 949-376-6900; thebeachcombercafe.com The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove has an important history. According to its website, Crystal Cove Conservancy is the nonprofit ...

In the middle of Orange County’s coast lies Crystal Cove; a hidden beach spot that can be accessed only through a tunnel underneath Pacific Coast Highway. With a restaurant right on the sand, the ...

Location: 15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, (949) 376-6900; www.thebeachcombercafe.com. Price: Breakfast dishes, $5 to $10; lunch dishes, $7 to $15; dinner first courses, $5 to $14; dinner entrees, $15 ...