By Andrew Kline
Orange County Sunset
Orange County is a haven for children of all ages. Not only is it home to Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, two of the country's most famous and respected theme parks, it is also home to the Taco Bell Discovery Center, a children's science museum, the Wild Rivers waterpark, Knott's Soak City
USA, and roughly 40 miles of
beaches. Since Orange County is considered the amusement center of the west coast, this place offers plenty of kid-friendly restaurants.
Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel
This buffet style restaurant offers a full breakfast before you spend your day at Disneyland or Disney's California Adventure. Choose from a variety of selections, including omelets, Mickey Mouse shaped waffles, yogurt and even a peanut butter and jelly pizza. Best of all, Goofy himself is the chef! Your kids will love this place.
Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland resort
West Ball Road & South Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, CA 92802
714-781-3463
disneyland.disney.go.com
Ruby's Diner, Huntington Beach
While there are numerous Ruby's Diners across Orange County, probably the most interesting one can be found at the end of the Huntington beach. This two-story restaurant, complete with ocean views, offers up a kids menu with items such as a grilled cheese, peanut butter and jelly, hot dogs, macaroni and cheese, pigs in a blanket, and even a kid sized beef burger. Your kids will love this place not only for the food, but also for the friendly atmosphere above the ocean.
Ruby's Diner
#1 Main St.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
714-969-7829
rubys.com
Medieval Times
Located near Knott's Berry Farm, Medieval Times offers an entertaining evening for the entire family. The moment you enter this castle-like building, you are transported back to the 11th century. Your kids will love the chicken dinner, as well as the show that goes along with it. As you are eating your meal, knights joust each other by order of the "King." If you come on your birthday, the "King" will proclaim your birthday in front of everyone.
Medieval Times
7662 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620
888-935-6878
medievaltimes.com
About the Author:
Based in San Diego, Andrew Kline writes articles based on his own perspective on life. His portfolio is quite diverse, including many different types of articles for various websites. Before receiving his B.A. in urban studies and planning from the University of California, San Diego, one of Kline's articles was featured in his department's class reader.
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Sunset, Newport Beach image by DBrashier from
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