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MY HOMETOWN

I Was From Orange County Back When the O.C. Wasn't Cool

When I went to college on the East Coast, people asked why I'd left glorious southern California. Were they kidding? I couldn't wait
By Erik Torkells, May 2005 issue |

  • California Scenario 611 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, 714/384-5500
  • Shopping

    Lunch at T.K. Burger, in Huntington Beach (Eden Batki) [enlarge photo]

  • Thalia Street Surf Shop 903 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949/497-3292
  • Electric Chair 410 Main St., Huntington Beach, 714/536-0784
  • The Lab 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714/966-6660
  • South Coast Plaza 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800/782-8888
  • Resources

  • Newport Beach CVB 800/942-6278, nbcvb.com
  • Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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