If there is one week when life really does taste better, this is it. Orange County Restaurant Week returns Sunday, March 8 through Saturday, March 14, 2026, with restaurants across the county unveiling specially curated prix-fixe menus, inventive cocktails and limited-time dining experiences. As the event’s tagline promises, “Life is just better this week.”
Top of the V, the rooftop restaurant at The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, has debuted a refreshed identity as a Spanish-inspired steakhouse. The reimagined concept brings a new culinary direction to Anaheim’s highest rooftop dining destination, pairing premium steaks with Spanish coastal influences, tableside presentations and sweeping views of the resort corridor.
A sophisticated new destination for pastries and coffee debuts March 2 at Montage Laguna Beach. Bouchée Patisserie brings classic French patisserie to the coastline in an elegant, thoughtfully designed setting, welcoming both Laguna locals and resort guests for beautifully crafted confections and expertly prepared coffee. The name comes from the French word for “mouthful,” which feels fitting once you see the pastry case. Expect beautifully made croissants, fruit tarts, macarons, eclairs, gelato, and other classic French treats, along with coffee and a handful of savory options for breakfast or lunch. It is the kind of place you can pop into for something sweet, linger with a latte, or grab something to go.
OCVIBE, the 100-acre mixed-use development taking shape around Honda Center in Anaheim, has announced six original bar and lounge concepts set to open inside Katella Commons, the district’s newly named, 50,000-square-foot, two-story market hall, when it debuts in early 2027. Located at the heart of OCVIBE, just below The Weave office building, Katella Commons will feature 21 chef-driven kitchens alongside beverage-forward concepts and connect directly to the district’s central plaza and surrounding entertainment venues. The design positions the market hall as an everyday gathering place for both locals and visitors.
Newport Beach’s coastal café and wine bar, CasaDami, continues to bring a touch of European café culture to the waterfront on Balboa Island’s Peninsula Village. Known for its relaxed setting and refined, wine-friendly menu of tapas and entrées, CasaDami has become a favorite stop for a leisurely weekend meal by the water.
OCVIBE, the 100-acre mixed-use development taking shape around Honda Center in Anaheim, has announced six original bar and lounge concepts set to open inside Katella Commons, the district’s newly named, 50,000-square-foot, two-story market hall, when it debuts in early 2027. Located at the heart of OCVIBE, just below The Weave office building, Katella Commons will feature 21 chef-driven kitchens alongside beverage-forward concepts and connect directly to the district’s central plaza and surrounding entertainment venues. The design positions the market hall as an everyday gathering place for both locals and visitors.
Valentine’s Day lands on a weekend this year, and South Coast Plaza’s restaurants are leaning all the way in. From luxe tasting menus to classic steakhouse celebrations and Michelin-starred splurges, these are some of the standout dining experiences to book for February 13 and 14.
With six grand openings ahead, The CAMP is heading into 2026 with a full slate of new arrivals. Long known as a hub for culture, community, and creativity in Costa Mesa, The CAMP continues to grow with a thoughtful mix of dining, retail, and experiences that reflect the neighborhood’s independent spirit.
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