Bear Flag Fish Co. Opens Elevated Costa Mesa Location

October 25, 2026

Bear Flag Fish Co. is marking two decades in business in a big way, with its most elevated location yet now open in Costa Mesa. The restaurant and fish market has taken over the former Santa Monica Seafood space on East 17th Street. Each Bear Flag has its own character, but this one finally gives the team room to show everything they do.

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Go Greek Yogurt Celebrates Grand Opening at Irvine Spectrum

October 22, 2026

Go Greek Yogurt is celebrating the grand opening of its Irvine Spectrum Center location on Saturday, Oct. 24. The festivities begin with a ribbon-cutting at 11 a.m. The first 50 guests will receive a free bowl,* and there will be exclusive merch giveaways and plenty of photo ops.** Yopp, the brand’s mascot, will also make a special appearance.

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Tiffany & Co. Opens Blue Box Café at South Coast Plaza

October 21, 2026

Breakfast at Tiffany’s has officially arrived in Orange County. Tiffany & Co. and chef Daniel Boulud just opened Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, the brand’s first West Coast location and its second worldwide. The café sits beside the new Tiffany & Co. boutique, which draws its inspiration from the Fifth Avenue Landmark in New York. The dining room carries the iconic Tiffany Blue throughout, setting the tone for an elevated experience built around seasonal menus.

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Ambitious Ales Brings Its Award-Winning Craft Beer to Costa Mesa

October 20, 2026

Beer lovers in Orange County, mark your calendars. Ambitious Ales, the Long Beach craft brewery known for its handcrafted lineup and small-batch and seasonal releases, is opening its first OC location at The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa on Oct. 24 and 25. Opening weekend runs from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Expect a full tap list, limited-edition merchandise and DJs spinning vinyl. Smoked & Salted Barbecue will be on hand with food Saturday, and Hamburgers Nice takes over Sunday.

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Treehouse on PCH Casts A Halloween Spell

October 24, 2026

For readers craving a little witchy wonder this October, Treehouse on PCH, the rooftop bar at Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, is embracing the season with a themed cocktail menu, a late-night happy hour and a Halloween party overlooking the Pacific. There are no tricks here, just treats (and tequila).

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October 20, 2026

Ambitious Ales Brings Its Award-Winning Craft Beer to Costa Mesa

Beer lovers in Orange County, mark your calendars. Ambitious Ales, the Long Beach craft brewery known for its handcrafted lineup and small-batch and seasonal releases, is opening its first OC location at The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa on Oct. 24 and 25. Opening weekend runs from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Expect a full tap list, limited-edition merchandise and DJs spinning vinyl. Smoked & Salted Barbecue will be on hand with food Saturday, and Hamburgers Nice takes over Sunday.

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October 20, 2026

FARM Rio Brings Brazilian Style to Fashion Island

FARM Rio, the Brazilian fashion and lifestyle brand, recently opened its first Orange County boutique at Southern California’s premier open-air destination, designed as an indoor tropical garden with handcrafted artistry from Miami and Mexico City. The brand, known for its vibrant prints and “Dress in Happiness” spirit, just opened the shop at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. It joins neighbors including Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Anthropologie. For local fans, the colorful dresses, prints and accessories that have built a devoted following are now available close to home, with no trip to Los Angeles or New York required.

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October 14, 2026

Russ Bendel and Partners Open Creekside in Rancho Mission Viejo

Russ Bendel, the Orange County restaurateur who has launched one beloved concept after another, has opened his eighth restaurant. Creekside Restaurant & Bar in Rancho Mission Viejo is a relaxed neighborhood spot serving thoughtfully prepared American fare. The dinner-only restaurant opened Monday, Oct. 12. Located in Sendero Marketplace, the 3,000-square-foot space seats 120 between the dining room, bar and patio. The covered patio holds up to 60 for private events.


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