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Bardega Sets Grand Opening Celebration in Laguna Hills
02.01.26
Bardega, the eclectic restaurant, bar and bodega-style market from partners Cory Danger and Matt Sharp, will officially celebrate its grand opening on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
The afternoon begins with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. alongside Don Caskey, followed by a public launch party from 4 to 6 p.m. welcoming the Laguna Hills community. The celebration includes a live DJ, branded swag, complimentary food and beverage tastings, plus games and raffles with prizes.
Already earning a loyal following, Bardega is known for its inventive cocktail program and comfort food with a nostalgic twist. Guests can settle in for lunch or dinner in the dining room, browse the curated bodega stocked with grab-and-go items and local goods, or pull up a seat at the bar for signature cocktails offered in full-spirit, low-ABV, and no-ABV options.
Bardega is located at 24781 Alicia Parkway, Suite A, in Laguna Hills and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For reservations and more information, visit drinkbardega.com. For private events or buyouts, email info@drinkbardega.com or call 949-484-9980.
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More Nights, More Boots on the Floor at Westwood Coast
01.30.26
Westwood Coast is giving Orange County country fans even more reason to head to Triangle Square. The casual steakhouse and live music spot has added a third night of country line dancing, now welcoming dancers Tuesday through Thursday evenings at its Costa Mesa location.
Tuesday is Country Family Night from 6 to 9:30 p.m., open to dancers of all levels. Children must be 10 or older, and no drop-offs are allowed. One parent or guardian is required for every two children under 18. For guests ages 18 to 20, a valid ID is required if attending without a parent or guardian.
Wednesdays are reserved for guests 18 and over from 8 to 11 p.m., while Thursdays turn into a 21-and-over night from 9 p.m. to midnight. Complimentary line dance instruction is offered each night, making it easy for first-timers to jump in.
The fun continues into the weekend with acoustic music on Fridays and five-piece country bands on Saturday nights.
On the food front, Westwood Coast recently rolled out more than a dozen new menu items. Highlights include blackened salmon with garlic mash and asparagus, Rey Rey’s hot chicken sando, a Westwood bacon burger with wagyu, sea bass with mascarpone mash, Cajun shrimp pasta, and a steakhouse burger, among others.
Westwood Coast is located at Triangle Square, 1870 Harbor Blvd., at the intersection of Harbor Boulevard and Newport Boulevard in Costa Mesa. Dinner is served Tuesday through Friday starting at 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday beginning at 4 p.m. Live country music is featured on select nights. For more information, visit westwoodworld.com, or call 949-200-9951.
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