Explore the beautiful views of Usery Mountain Regional Park Arizona in Maricopa County, Arizona. You can hike, horseback ride, go camping, and take in the stunning nature around you at this park. Here you will find 29 miles of trails to hike, mountain bike, and horseback ride.

Address: 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207

Phone number: (602) 506-2930 extension 4

Usery Park Arizona Hours 

May 1 to October 31 - The park is open from 5 am to 9 pm daily.

November 1 to April 30 - The park is open from 6 am to 8 pm daily.

Nature Center Hours 

May 1 - October 31 - It is open from 7 am to 2 pm Monday through Saturday but closed on Sunday. 

November 1 - April 30 - It is open daily from 8 am to 4 pm.

Make sure to view the Park Updates section for the latest information and news about Usery Mountain Regional Park.

Usery Mountain Park AZ Entry Fees

There are fees to enter. The prices may change, so you will get the most updated price once you are there. There are fees for different activities and car sizes such as school buses, commercial buses, motorized watercraft, etc. They also have a senior discount. The following list is not full, it's just to give you some examples. Be prepared to pay park fees based on things like party size or any activities that you plan on doing.

•  Spur Cross Conservation Area - $3 per person
•  Vehicle entry, all other parks - $7
•  Hike/Bike/Equestrian - $2
•  Annual Day-Use Entry Pass $85 - allows the cardholder to access all Maricopa County Parks.

And more!

Usery Mountain Regional Park Camping 

There are also fees associated with Usery Mountain camping depending on how many people are camping, what type of campsite you reserve, and more. Reviewers on Google mentioned that the Usery Park Campground was clean and that you could hear coyotes at night. They also say it is a good place for hiking and relaxing with nature around you.

Located in: Usery Mountain Regional Park 

Address: 2701 N. McGill Dr, Mesa, AZ 85207 

Phone: (480) 984-0032

Camping Reservation Fee - There's a non-refundable reservation fee of $8

Usery Park campground developed sites - These are specific camping sites with electrical and water hook-ups, dump station access, restrooms, picnic tables, and grills - $32

There are also semi-developed Usery Mountain camping sites, primitive camping, shaded RV sites, group and youth group camping which is for large groups, and more. Just remember that temperatures will vary based on the time of year that you go. One reviewer says they went at the beginning of April, and it was amazing weather.

Usery Mountain Trails

There are 29 miles of trails waiting to be explored. This list comes directly from the Maricopa County Parks website and shows the trail's one-way mileage.

- Amigos Wash: 1.2 miles each way 

- Blevins Trail: 3.0 miles - A relatively easy, family-friendly hike that allows you to experience classic Arizona desert landscapes. 

- Cat Peaks: 1.1 miles each way

- Cat Peaks Pass: 0.3 miles each way

- Channel: 1.2 miles each way

- County Line: 1.0 mile each way

- Crimson Wash: 0.9 miles each way

- Desert Hawk: 0.5 miles each way

- Levee: 1.6 miles each way

- Meridian: 0.9 miles each way

- Merkle: 0.9 miles each way

- Moon Rock: 1.4 miles each way

- Nighthawk Wash: 0.5 miles each way

- Noso: 1.0 miles each way

- Pass Mountain: 7.5 miles each way

- Ruidoso: 1.3 miles each way

- Signal Wash: 0.5 miles each way

- Spillway: 1.2 miles each way

- Vista: 0.5 miles each way

- Wind Cave: 1.5 miles (3.2 miles round trip) – This moderate hike takes you up to a cave in the mountains, offering breathtaking views of the Valley. 

Things to Do in Usery Mountain Regional Park Arizona

•  You can view the sunset
•  Hike the 29 miles of trails of Usery Park 
•  Go mountain biking 
•  Go horseback riding
•  Reserve a picnic table and enjoy some time eating outside
•  See if there are any events on the day you plan to visit

The park is a favorite among nature enthusiasts, hikers, campers, and more. It's located about 20 miles away from Mesa and 33 miles away from Phoenix, Arizona. What's your favorite thing to do at the park?

There are many ways to enjoy Disneyland magic, whether you take in the buzzing, jovial atmosphere or prefer to go on the rides. But eating the Disneyland churros is another top experience. It is one of the most popular items that you can get at the theme park and many visitors consider it a true Disney delight.

Whether it’s your first visit trip to the theme park or your hundredth, you can't go wrong with a warm, crispy churro while strolling through Main Street, U.S.A. It's an iconic treat!

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What Do the Disney Churros Taste Like?

The dessert has a crispy exterior that is covered in cinnamon sugar. They are a bit doughy in the middle so they have a tasty mixture of textures, firm and crisp yet soft and gooey. While there are the classic Disney churros you can also find various flavors throughout the park as well as at Disney California Adventure. The flavors might also vary depending on the season.

Related reading: QuesaBirria Tacos from Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill at Disneyland California Adventure - Review.

Where to Find Churros at Disneyland

While there are plenty of foods, drinks, and snacks to pick from, the churros at Disneyland stand out as an absolute crowdpleaser. You can find churros at Disneyland Resort throughout the park. The churro carts are not at one set location, which makes it convenient if you happen to be on one side of the park; you don't have to trek all the way to the other side just to get your hands on a churro.

List of Churro Carts at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure

1. Churros & Lemonade in Bayou Country 
2. Churros at Hollywood Land 
3. Churros at small world Promenade 
4. Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad 
5. Churros near Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters 
6. Churros near Casey Jr. Circus Train 
7. Churros at Cozy Cone Motel 
8. Churros near Goofy’s Sky School 
9. Churros near Haunted Mansion 
10. Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail 
11. Churros near Sleeping Beauty Castle 
12. Churros near Town Square Señor Buzz 
13. Churros on Pixar Pier Willie’s Churros at Buena Vista Street
14. California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District

How Much are Disneyland Churros?

The classic, standard churros cost $5.75 to $6.25, but this is subject to change. Different carts may have different prices and flavors. For example, Willie's Churros at Disney, California Adventure Park Buena Vista Street has a regular churro for $5.75 and then a Maple Bacon Churro that's topped with a maple glaze and bacon bits for $7.50.

Churro Flavors

Classic Churro - $5.75 - 6.25 - This is coated in Cinnamon Sugar (which is the basic churro).

Here are some other flavors you can find throughout Disneyland, DCA, and Downtown Disney:

• Mardi Gras Churro - $7.50 Seasonal item. This is a classic churro, rolled in green and gold sugar, topped with purple icing glaze and purple, gold, and green deco pearls. This is available at the churro cart near the Haunted Mansion at New Orleans Square. If you're in that area, you may want to try Tiana's Palace. Read my post on Tiana's Palace for a review and information on the menu, address, and hours.
• Grandma's Homemade Apple Pie Churro - $7.99 This delicious option is coated in applepie sugar, caramel drizzle, and powdered sugar. Plus, it comes with vanilla ice cream on the side. Available a California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.
•  Oreo Cheesecake Churro - $7.99 The Oreo cheesecake churro is coated in Oreo sugar and has chocolate drizzle, powdered sugar, and a side of cream frosting on the side. Available a California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.
•  Funettie Churro - $7.99 This is coated in Fruity Pebble sugar and has vanilla icing and Fruity Pebbles. It comes with cream cheese frosting on the side. Available a California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.
•  Cookie Butter Churro - $7.99 This churro is perfect if you love cookie butter. It has a cinnamon cookie sugar coating, cookie butter drizzle, powdered sugar, and a side of vanilla ice cream. Available a California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.
•  Thin Mint Churro - $7.99 The Thin Mint Churro, coated in chocolate sugar and mint icing, is served with mint chip ice cream on the side.  Available a California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.
•  Salted Caramel Churro - $7.99 Coated in salted caramel sugar with caramel drizzle and pretzel pieces. Comes with Nutella on the side. Available a California Churro near Disney's Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.

What's your favorite Disneyland churro flavor?

Fans of Sumatran tiger cub Bakso and his mom Sohni can now watch him grow up on weekly episodes on the Disney Parks YouTube. The Tiger Tuesday Live! series allows viewers to get a behind-the-scenes look at baby Bakso as he grows and learns how to navigate the world around him. Bakso and his mom Sohni are located at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World. The tigers have access to veterinary care, animal training, enrichment, and natural surroundings as part of the Disney Conservation efforts. 

Photo courtesy of Walt Disney World

The public got the first look at Bakso in October 2024 on the Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science & Environment, Dr. Mark Penning’s Instagram page. Since then, the adventurous tiger has captivated the world as he takes on new experiences with his mom keeping an ever-watchful eye. There are nine Tiger Tuesday Live! episodes to watch on the Disney Parks YouTube channel. 

You can take your time tuning in or spend the afternoon binge-watching them all in one go to get your fill of the adorable baby animal. Each episode means Bakso gets closer to making his debut on Maharajah Jungle Trek with his mom, Sohni. 

As you watch from episode to episode, you can watch Bakso hit some vital milestones, such as taking his first swim or trying solid food. You can also enjoy some feel-good moments like watching him cuddle with his mom, Sohni. The close-up views make it feel like you're right there with them without having to take a trip to the park. 

The episodes give viewers a peek at what the growth process of a cub looks like but also what it looks like for mom. Bakso starts to nurse less, sleep more, and partake in enrichment activities. In episode six, we get to watch Bakso as he explores a new area: the backstage habitat, which allows him to practice his jumping, rolling, and pouncing skills – all of which are important skills for the young Sumatran tiger cub to master. 

By the time make your way through episode nine you'll have watched the little cub grow, both developmentally and in size. There is not a standard time as each episode varies in length. Episode two is the longest at 65 minutes and episode six is the shortest at just 15 minutes. Each episode gives you a different look at Mom and cub from a live-stream perspective.

There is no music or narration, which allows viewers to focus solely on the animals and what they're up to week after week. The series wrapped up its final episode to celebrate Bakso’s big Maharajah Jungle Trek appearance. The excursion allows guests to roam around the tropical trails to encounter various animals, such as gibbons, water buffalo, over 50 bird species, and of course Sohni and Bakso. The experience is available for all ages and heights. Now you can see Bakso in person during your next trip to Disney's Animal Kingdom Park!

Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland Park is a French and New Orleans-themed restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. Located in New Orleans Square, the restaurant serves quick food that you can pick up and pay for.

Address: 1313 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802

Review: Tiana's Palace Cajun Spiced Half Chicken

I went to Tiana's Palace in Disneyland on a Wednesday evening around 7 o'clock p.m. and the line was pretty long. I waited about 10 to 15 minutes to get to the front of the line. This is kind of like buffet-style dining. You get a tray, tell them what you want, and then they just place the meal onto your plate. Once you get what you need, you pay at the register.

I had the Cajun Spiced Half Chicken from Tiana's Palace and it was great. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. Sometimes chicken can be iffy (dry, chewy, gross) but this was very tasty. It had a light spice to it but I didn't find it to be too hot. The mac and cheese side was tasty but not overly memorable. Although it's kind of pricy, you do get a good amount of chicken.

I also ordered the beignets, which are fluffy and hollow on the inside. The beignets are good but best when fresh and warm. Don't delay eating them. I didn't love them but they are worth a shot. They were mostly air with a teensy, thin amount of fried dough.

There is outdoor seating, but based on how busy it is and how big your party is, you might have trouble finding a spot. When you're done eating, you return your plates and trays. If you have leftovers, you have to go inside to ask for a box.

Menu Options - Dessert, Entrées, Plant-Based

Dessert 

Individual Kings Cake with Kings Cake filling and colorful green, lavender, and yellow sugars with a Mickey-shaped Decoration

House-filled beignet with strawberry cream filling topped with a fruity strawberry glaze. 

Entrées 

Catfish Po'boy - Southern-style catfish filet with lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise that comes on toasted New Orleans French bread with remoulade sauce. This is served with red beans, rice, and house-made Pickles 

Jambalaya - The dish comes with chicken, Andouille sausage, heritage rice, and Creole sauce,

House Gumbo - The gumbo is made with braised chicken, Andouille sausage, and heirloom rice,

7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken & Andouille Sausage - This hearty dish is made with white beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, as well as heirloom rice,

Cajun Spiced Half Chicken - This dish is brushed with BBQ Sauce and served with baked macaroni and cheese and coleslaw. 

Muffuletta Sandwich - A tasty mixture of mortadella, salami, rosemary ham, cheddar, provolone, and house-made olive relish on toasted New Orleans sesame seed bread, served with red beans & rice and house-made pickles.

Muffuletta Salad - Romaine, mortadella, salami, rosemary ham, aged white cheddar, croutons, basil, and house-made olive relish. 

Plant-Based 7 Greens Gumbo - This vegan dish is made with white beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, and heirloom rice.

Allergy Friendly Options

• Gluten/Wheat Allergy-Friendly 
• Egg Allergy-Friendly 
• Fish/Shellfish Allergy-Friendly 
• Milk Allergy-Friendly 
• Peanut/Tree Nut Allergy-Friendly 
• Sesame Allergy-Friendly 
• Soy Allergy-Friendly

Tiana's Palace Hours

Tiana's Palace is open 7-days a week. Disneyland Anaheim and California Adventure have a lot of dining and beverage options. You're bound to find something delicious. Check out my post on the QuesaBirria Tacos from Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill at Disneyland California Adventure.

Get the QuesaBirria Tacos from Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill at Disneyland California Adventure if you're in the mood for something salty and juicy.

You will need a valid ticket and park reservation for the same park on the same date required to enter the park. The Mexican eatery offers mobile orders and quick service.

Key Points on Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill

• Fast casual dining
• Mobile order friendly
• Get your food quickly after ordering
• Nearby seating
• Lunch and dinner
• Offers allergy-friendly options
• Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802

If you can, order using the mobile app instead of waiting in line

I would recommend downloading the Disneyland app and putting your order in ahead of time. That way you could pick it up at a designated time frame. This is a much better way to manage your time rather than spending it in yet another line.

Quality of the QuesaBirria Tacos

I live in Southern California, so I've had quite a lot of tacos, especially birria tacos. These are braised beef and cheese tacos with tomatillo salsa and consomé. The consomé was rich and salty. The tacos themselves were loaded with meat and texture, from the juicy interior to the crispy, slightly fried pieces on the outside. 

I also ordered a side of beans, but I didn't find them all that tasty. They needed a bit of salt or something. As of December 2024, the QuesaBirria Tacos cost $12.49 and the beans were $4.49. Skip the beans and try something else.

While these most certainly aren't the most affordable tacos you can find in Southern California, they are surprisingly rich and flavorful, considering they come from Disneyland.

Menu

The eatery serves lunch and dinner. Menu items include:

• Street-style Tacos and Corn 
• Plant-Based Offering 
• Sides like Frijoles Charros Chorizo and Bacon stewed Pinto Beans $4.49 Lime-Cilantro Rice 
• Kid's Meal 
• Beverages 
• Alcoholic Beverages 
• Gluten/Wheat Allergy-Friendly *
• Egg Allergy-Friendly *
• Fish/Shellfish Allergy-Friendly *
• Milk Allergy-Friendly *
• Peanut/Tree Nut Allergy-Friendly *
• Sesame Allergy-Friendly *
• Soy Allergy-Friendly *

* Guests must speak to a Cast Member about their allergy-friendly request.

View the full menu on the Disney website.

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802

Get a taco at Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill next time you're at Disney California Adventure. 

There's a new Trader Joe's in town! It's the first Vista location for the food chain, which you can find located at 1861 University Dr Vista, CA 92083.

Other nearby TJ stores include one in Oceanside (2570 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054) and one in Carlsbad (2629 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009). The Vista location does sell beer, wine, and liquor, along with other standard Trader Joe's items.

Trader Joe's Vista Hours - Open and Close

Monday: 9 AM - 9 PM 

Tuesday: 9 AM - 9 PM 

Wednesday: 9 AM - 9 PM 

Thursday: 9 AM - 9 PM 

Friday: 9 AM - 9 PM 

Saturday: 9 AM - 9 PM 

Sunday: 9 AM - 9 PM

Trader Joe's Vista Address: 1861 University Dr Vista, CA 92083

The new store is located in the shopping center near Target and across the street from Walmart and Aldi.

Trader Joe's Vista Phone number: (760) 502-9816

Call them or visit in person with product questions.

Parking

This has one of the best parking lots I've ever seen at Trader Joe's, but only because it's in North County Square, which is a strip mall with loads of parking. 

If you're in the area, you may want to check out this location. The first Trader Joe's opened its doors in 1967 on Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena, CA. The food chain has been going strong since with nearly 600 stores throughout the United States.

There are Trader Joe's stores in the following states: 

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Get a taste of Valle de Guadalupe without leaving the United States.  Venture to North San Diego County to eat at Valle. The eatery is now a Michelin-starred restaurant, making it one of the few in the Northern San Diego area. 

Valle Oceanside offers a formal Mexican dining experience with options to dine at the restaurant, hang out at the bar, participate in the chef's table, or do the El Sillón Bar Experience. Sit outside on the patio for an ocean-front dining view.

Valle Oceanside interior

Chef Roberto Alcocer

Roberto Alcocer is Valle's executive chef. He has over 25 years of cooking experience with a particular flair for creating Baja Mexican fare. His restaurants include Malva (located at Carretera Ensenada Tecate Km 96 San Antonio de las Minas, Mexico) as well as Valle in Oceanside.

Tomato consommé, Baja clams, blood clams, chocolata clams, Ensenada uni, smoked grapes.

Menu

The menu will vary. There isn't a menu listed on the website, so you may want to browse their Instagram to get examples of what to expect. As this is a fine dining restaurant, you won't get giant portions. They're on the smaller side, so you have room to eat the various courses. 

Valle sign in Oceanside, CA

Hours

Valle Dining Experience 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 5:00 - 9:00 PM 

Valle Bar 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 4:00 - 10:00 PM

Chef's Table 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6:30 PM 

El Sillón Bar Experience

 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Valle bar

Valle Information

Address: 222 N Pacific St Oceanside, CA 92054

Website: https://www.valleoceanside.com/

Bathrooms

Bathrooms are located outside, connected to the courtyard of Mission Pacific Hotel.

Parking

You can find street parking in the general area. There is a free parking garage further away and paid parking as well. You can also Uber or Lyft and get dropped off right at the entrance.

Inside the Valle kitchen

Events and Other Information

If you appreciate Mexican cuisine and desire an elevated version, this San Diego Michelin star restaurant in Oceanside, CA is for you. As with most things, it's up to you whether you like it or if you find value in it. Take a look at the reviews and previous menus to see if it's something that suits your fancy. If you like experimenting with foods and enjoy experiential dining, then this could be a great match. The prices do reflect high-end dining. 

They have events, so this is a wonderful choice when you want to visit for a particular occasion, such as the Día de los Muertos Celebration. You may find these directly on the website.

San Luis Obispo is a refreshing city on the Central Coast of California. It's part of San Luis Obispo County and is a college town with students attending California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. While there, you'll probably walk around downtown SLO and its tree-lined streets. But what else can you do there? 

There are a few things to do in downtown San Luis Obispo before you leave the area!

Bubblegum Alley 

This novel stop is a must-see while roaming around downtown San Luis Obispo. You can stay briefly at Bubblegum Alley. In fact, it's a swift stop. If you have kids or teens, it's a fun activity to chew your gum and carefully place it on the wall. It's lined with old black, dusty gum, and newer colorful pieces.

Downtown San Luis Obispo Restaurants 

You'll find many restaurants in the area based on your preference. Mistura Restaurant brings contemporary Peruvian cuisine to the table with a range of interesting flavors. Mistura has both indoor and outdoor seating and prioritizes locally sourced meat, poultry, and fish.

Thursday Night Farmers Market

Locals often recommend attending the Thursday Downtown SLO Thursday Farmers' Market Higuera Street while visiting the area. Obviously, this is only possible if you're there during that time. You can find it on Higuera Street starting Thursday at 6 PM in Downtown San Luis Obispo, California. Over 100 vendors gather to sell food, produce, art, and more. It's a fun family activity and a great way to people-watch.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

Walk around Mission Plaza or visit the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

San Luis Obispo Museum of Art

View art at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, or SLOMA. The art museum is located on the west end of Mission Plaza at 1010 Broad Street in San Luis Obispo, California 93401. SLOMA has various exhibitions and events.

Jack House & Gardens

This historic building is a two-story Victorian home where you can get a guided tour of the inside and the garden. Check ahead to confirm the tour date and time. Located at 536 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

Boutiques and Shopping

There are many small businesses and boutiques that you should explore while in the downtown area. You'll find a record shop (Boo Boo Records Inc 978 Monterey St), an eco-friendly kids shop, a book store, gift shops with lots of knick-knacks, and more.

Parking

Most of the nearby parking in downtown SLO is paid parking. If you're okay to walk, you'll find some spots further away. I recommend driving around the area to get the lay of the land before committing to a parking spot. There isn't a lot of traffic on the average day, so you'll find a paid spot quickly. 

Depending on what you like to do, there's a lot to appreciate in downtown SLO. You can dine on delicious cuisines, explore the area, walk around the streets and mission, and enjoy a good view. If you're not sure what to do, head over to the San Luis Obispo Visitor Center to get some insights.

Beaches

Although not in downtown San Luis Obispo itself, there are beaches and bays in the surrounding areas of Avila Beach, Morro Beach, and Pismo Beach.

Hotels and Where to Stay

There are a couple options in the downtown portion of SLO, but more choices if you can be a mile or more away. Hotel San Luis Obispo and Granada Hotel & Bistro are right in the heart of downtown. Apple Farm is further down the road but it's quiet and has quaint amenities like fresh cookies each day or a small wine tasting. Of course, there are options further away as well. But you're still close to town.

Is San Luis Obispo a walkable city?

Yes and no. The downtown centre area is pretty concentrated so you can walk a lot of it, but you'll definitely want access to a car or transportation to get any further than that.

While there are several things to do in downtown San Luis Obispo, the best one is to just stroll about and enjoy your experience.

Irvine Spectrum Center has shopping, dining, and plenty of outdoor walking space. The parking garages are free, so you don't have to pay for a spot. This mall is great for all ages with its range of shops, entertainment, and food.

Irvine Spectrum Center Address: 670 Spectrum Center Dr. Irvine, CA 92618 

Phone number: (949) 790-4871

Dining and Restaurants

Irvine Spectrum Center in Orange County has restaurants with full-service dining, fast food, and other places to grab a bite. These include BRIO Italian Grille, The Cheesecake Factory, Dave & Busters, Habana, Javier's Cantina & Grill, P.F. Chang's, Silverlake Ramen, and other sit-down eateries.

If you prefer to eat someplace quicker, there are a lot of options. Head to Luna Grill, The Melt, Panda Express, Pieology Pizza, Sweetgreen, or other casual food spots. There are also quick eats like Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Cold Stone Creamery, Hello Kitty Cafe, Sprinkles Cupcakes, and more. Learn more about the Hello Kitty Grand Cafe Irvine, CA at Irvine Spectrum.

Shops

Find retailers for men, women, kids, and beyond. This includes Brandy Melville, Claire's, Cotton On, Foot Locker, H&M, Hot Topic, Nordstrom, Old Navy, MINISO, Quicksilver, Target, and more. You'll find accessories and clothes that suit your style.

Irvine Spectrum Target

900 Spectrum Center Dr. Irvine, CA 92618-4958 

Phone: (949) 885-0114 

Website 

Irvine Spectrum Center Anthropologie

Website

Irvine Spectrum Nordstrom

800 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 Store #330

Phone: (949) 255-2800

Website

Family Bathrooms

The Irvine Spectrum Center is very family-friendly, not only because it's a mall with plenty of outdoor spaces and things to look at, but because they have an entire family restaurant. You can breastfeed in a private space on a chair with a curtain. There are private bathrooms with changing tables, a small sink, and a small toilet for littles. 

Ferris Wheel or the Giant Wheel

See the world up high on the Irvine Spectrum Center Ferris wheel, also known as the Giant Wheel. It's unique to experience at a mall, that's for sure.

They have other attractions and entertainment, too. Irvine Spectrum Center has a carousel, Spectrum Climber, which is a climbing sculpture. There are many outdoor chairs and spaces where you can stop and enjoy the view or nice weather.

Spend the whole day at Irvine Spectrum Center. Start out by walking around to get the lay of the land, then head to the Giant Wheel, shop, and grab a bite to eat.

Hours

This may vary by the store or restaurant so you can check it online or when you visit in person.

Shops Sun - Thurs 10am - 9pm, Fri - Sat 10am - 10pm 

Attractions Sun - Thurs 10am - 9pm, Fri - Sat 10am - 10pm 

Quick-Service Restaurants Sun - Thurs 11am - 9pm, Fri - Sat 11am - 10pm 

Full-Service Restaurants Sun - Thurs 11am - 10pm, Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm

Irvine Spectrum Center is family-friendly for all ages. It's a fun place to spend the day walking around, ordering food, shopping, and being outside. Just park and enjoy your time there. There's a lot to do in the Irvine and Orange County area.

Located at the Irvine Spectrum, the Hello Kitty Grand Cafe Irvine is a small spot with  Hello Kitty merchandise, handmade hot and iced beverages, cakes, donuts, other sweet treats, and seasonal goodies.

The Hello Kitty Grand Cafe offers merch like t-shirts, tote bags, pins, keychains, and more. It's quite small, and there is a queue to order food. There is no indoor seating. Reservations are required for the Bow Room afternoon tea with seating. There are tables and chairs outside for mall patrons to use. The treats are packaged in Hello Kitty boxes or packaging for you to take with you.

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Hello Kitty Grand Cafe interior

Drinks and Treats

You can expect mini donuts like cinnamon sugar, rainbow, and cookies and cream. Desserts are limited in quantity. The Hello Kitty Cafe has birthday cake, strawberry cake, chocolate cake, mama's apple pie, mixed berry pocket pie, macaron set, freshly baked cookies, and other sweets. They also have the seasonal strawberry tart, blueberry pocket pie, and rainbow mini donuts.

If you want something cold, they have pineapple and vanilla Dole soft serve. The Hello Kitty Cafe has iced drinks like teas (green or black), lemonades, blended drinks, espresso drinks, and strawberry milk. Even if you don't go for the tea service, you can still make a quick stop to soothe your sweet tooth. Get a couple of little cakes or donuts before you leave the Irvine Spectrum.

Supercute menu at Hello Kitty Cafe

Hello Kitty Grand Cafe Irvine Address

Located at the Irvine Spectrum at 860 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, California 92618. It's near the Giant Wheel Court. Park for free at the mall and then walk to the store. Depending on the day and time you arrive, parking might be hard to find, so I recommend just going to the parking structure. There's a lot more parking there. 

Hello Kitty Cafe Irvine sign

Hello Kitty Cafe Irvine Hours

Monday - Thursday 10 am - 9 pm 

Friday - Sunday 10 am-10 pm 

Afternoon Tea Hours

Wednesday - Friday 11 am - 2:30 pm (last seating) 

Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 3:30 pm (last seating) 

Afternoon tea at the Hello Kitty Grand Cafe starts at $60 per person. The expanded menu has savory foods like the pesto tart, salmon croissant, and cucumber sandwich with dill cream cheese served on milk bread. It also serves sweet options like strawberries and cocoa cream, seasonal scone, Hello Kitty mini cake, and more. This is a cute spot to come with a Hello Kitty-loving friend for a fun afternoon tea service and a sweet experience. 

Cocktail Service 

Wednesday - Saturday 5 pm - 9:30 pm (last seating)

Hello Kitty Grand Cafe also has a cocktail menu featuring items like the Kitty Colada with rum, pineapple soft serve, and coconut or the Bee Kind with gin, vermouth, lemon, lavender honey, and ginger.

Bow Room at Hello Kitty Grand Cafe Irvine

Bow Room

The Hello Kitty Cafe's chic pink Bow Room has a bar area, tables, and chairs. This is a separate space inside of the Hello Kitty Grand Cafe where you can dine with a reservation.

You should check out the Hello Kitty Grand Cafe at the Irvine Spectrum if you or someone you know is a Helloy Kitty fan. Making reservations to experience the afternoon tea service and ensure its availability. It is something kids will never forget for a birthday celebration or special occasion. You can also pick up Hello Kitty Cafe merchandise if you want to take a souvenir home that you can wear.

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