Orange County Business History, Part 2, Restaurants

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Orange County Business History

Presented by Presented by Kiana BoyceKiana Boyce

Sponsored by the Walter Schmid Center for International

Business Orange County Business History

Walter Schmid 1902-1995

Rancher and Philanthropist


RESTAURANTS THROUGHOUT ORANGE COUNTY


ANAHEIM


ChrisChris’’ & Pitt & Pitt’’ss

Serving Anaheim for over 10 years, this restaurant is a family favorite for BBQ.


Brea


GracioGracio’’s Family Italian s Family Italian RistoranteRistorante

In business for over 11 years, this Italian family restaurant and a casual atmosphere has got something for everyone!


COSTA MESA


Habana CafeHabana Cafe

This Habana style restaurant opened in 1995 and reflects the Cuban influence in Costa Mesa.


Catalina Fish Kitchen Catalina Fish Kitchen

Opened for over 15 years, this place has been serving stellar fish tacos to feed the hungry local surfers in Costa Mesa.


Sutra LoungeSutra Lounge

Opened in 1995, Sutra promises a total body and mind dining and entertainment experience.


La CaveLa Cave

Since opening for business on Valentine's Day, 1962, LaCave has been a treasured Newport/Mesa steakhouse and jazz club.


Corona Del Mar


The BungalowThe Bungalow

Opened in 1990, this charming Craftsman style restaurant is minutes from the heart of Newport Beach’s premier business and shopping center, Fashion island, yet it feels miles apart.


The BungalowThe Bungalow

Rich tones, dark wood, and private booths have made The Bungalow a dining favorite for residents and visitors alike and a landmark for Corona Del Mar.


Five CrownsFive Crowns

In 1965, the Frank and Van de Kamp families, famous for their restaurant innovations of Lawry's The Prime Rib and Tam O'Shanter Inn, undertook the development of yet another enduring legend.


Five CrownsFive Crowns

Inspired by a love for English country inns, Richard N. Frank spearheaded the recreation of England's oldest country inn, Ye Olde Bell (est. 1135 A.D.), and named it Five Crowns.


DANA POINT


Motif Motif

The cuisine of Motif is reminiscent of European style cafés and features an eclectic array of dishes. Motif’s warm, inviting atmosphere overlooks the magnificent Pacific Ocean.


Beach Cities PizzaBeach Cities Pizza

In the heart of Dana Point, this unusual pizzeria has been satisfying health food junkies craving for pizza for over 15 years.


162162’’ Restaurant Restaurant

Sitting 162 feet above sea level on a dramatic cliff, this 20 year old gourmet restaurant reflects the spectacular ocean views in Dana Point.


Huntington Beach


T.K. BurgersT.K. Burgers

Opened in 1986, started as a small burger shop with a “backyard barbeque” feel now caters to patrons throughout Orange County.


Sugar Shack CaféSugar Shack Café

Since 1967, surfers have been stumbling in for coffee and short stacks before hitting the waves.


Laguna BeachOrange County Business History

Las BrisasLas Brisas

Legendary Las Brisas overlooking the Pacific and the Beautiful Laguna Beach coastline has been a Southern California landmark since its inception in 1938 as the Victor Hugo Inn.


Las BrisasLas Brisas

Converted to Las Brisas in 1979, it has become a magnet for visitors from all over the world.


Lake Forest


La Cocina de RicardoLa Cocina de Ricardo

Opened in the mid 1980’s, their outstanding authentic mexican food served in a festive and friendly atmosphere reflects the Hispanic influence in the area.


Newport BeachOrange County Business History

ParkersParkers’’ Lighthouse Lighthouse

For several years patrons have been pulling up by land or sea for this historic landmark dates back to the city’s beginning.


Orange


The HobbitThe Hobbit


Opened in 1972, it is one of the last truly elegant dining experiences in Southern California, this singular restaurant serves a sumptuous seven-course meal of contemporary Continental cuisine.

Watson Soda Fountain and Lunch Watson Soda Fountain and Lunch CounterCounter

Opened for over 100 years this Orange landmark has had several movies filmed here throughout the years.


Citrus City GrilleCitrus City Grille

Opened in 1996, it was designed with a nod towards Orange County’s agricultural past and a wink to it’s future as a flourishing retail destination.


The Filling StationThe Filling Station

The vintage photos are from 1925 and the gas pumps were used at the station are on display inside the restaurant.


The Filling StationThe Filling Station


The Filling Station restaurant in the historic Baker's Richfield gas station building.

FelixFelix’’s Cafes Cafe

Since the late 1970’s this authentic Cuban restaurant located in the heart of Orange has been serving the Cuban culture of Orange County.


RutabegorzRutabegorz

Back in 1970, four college students opened the doors to a small "hippie joint" which took its name from a spin on the word for the unloved turnip.


Orange County Mining CompanyOrange County Mining Company

The Orange County Mining Co. actually sits upon the old silver mine sites of the canyon.


Orange County Mining CompanyOrange County Mining Company

The relics displayed within the restaurant's interior are genuine artifacts of the mining era.


San Juan Capistrano


Ciao Pasta TrattoriaCiao Pasta Trattoria

Opened in 1995, this restaurant offers an authentic taste of southern Italy while having a view of Mission San Juan Capistrano


The Ramos House CaféThe Ramos House Café

Built in 1881, patrons can dine under the mulberry tree at this historic San Juan Capistrano cottage.


RendezvousRendezvous

Experience the romance of old California in the Roaring 1920's at the historic Capistrano Depot by the Mission.


Key West Fish Market & Key West Fish Market & GrillGrill

Seafood items are delivered fresh every day in order to serve you the highest quality, delicious fish possible in their relaxed, casual atmosphere inspired by the Florida Keys.


Santa Ana


BJBJ’’s Restaurant and Brewerys Restaurant and Brewery

Originated in Santa Ana in 1978, they began their own beer line in 1996


Seal Beach


Taco SurfTaco Surf

In 1988, a father and son opened a restaurant based on the surf and food from Baja Mexico; which is now one of the most famous Mexican food places in the world.


Tustin


Nieuport 17Nieuport 17

This over 25 year old Aviation theme seafood restaurant reflects Orange County’s history in aviation while serving up delicious meals.


Westminster


Riviera Restaurant at the Riviera Restaurant at the FiresideFireside

This is one of the first classical gourmet restaurants of its kind when it opened in South Coast Plaza in 1967.


Sagami-TeiSagami-Tei

This tepan-style Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar has been a favorite among the Asian population in Westminster locals for over 20 years.


Special Thanks To: Special Thanks To:

Shauna FarleyAnd the

Waltmar Foundation


ReferencesReferences http://www.chrisandpittsbbqrestaurants.com/cnp_contact.htm http://www.sangiovanni.us/grascios.html http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=Habana&near=Costa+Mesa,

+CA&fb=1&view=text&latlng=16675635897188741134 http://www.yelp.com/biz/scotts-seafood-costa-mesa http://www.sutrabar.com/index.html http://lacaverestaurant.com/ http://thebungalowrestaurant.com/index.htm http://www.lawrysonline.com/fivecrowns_gen_info.asp http://www.gayot.com/restaurantpages/info.php?tag=OCRES031293-03&code=OC http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/LagunaNiguel/Dining/Restaurant162/Default.htm http://www.stregismonarchbeach.com/index.cfm?action=getPage&pageID=29&navGroupID=6 http://www.chowbaby.com/website/picturesBenh.asp?

menu=BeachCitiesPizza1.jpg&menu1=BeachCitiesPizza2.jpg&menu2=BeachCitiesPizza3.jpg&menu3=BeachCitiesPizza4.jpg&restid=969999000

http://www.tkburgers.com/about.html http://www.stockteam.com/sugar_shack.html http://www.lasbrisaslagunabeach.com/location.htm http://www.ricardosplace.net/


ReferencesReferences http://www.selectrestaurants.com/restaurants.html http://www.hobbitrestaurant.com/page.aspx?pgid=2 http://www.citruscitygrille.com/Orange/index.html http://www.felixcontinentalcafe.com/index.htm http://rutabegorz.com/a_tale___ http://www.orangecountyminingco.com/miners_photos.htm http://www.ciaopasta.net/ http://www.ramoshouse.com/?page=6 http://www.tacosurf.com/ http://www.rivierarestaurant.net/index.htm http://www.ocfoodreview.com/restaurant/169


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Orange County Business History, Part 2, Restaurants