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ocrn949 Apr 28, 2008 06:50 PM

FUN Family Bday in OC

My family (incuding 2 young neices) will be celebrating my 30th bday this weekend in the OC. I want somewhere fun and kid-friendly but really yummy and different. Any advice?

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    empfam May 2, 2008 09:37 PM

    I know this is a chain, but not only is the food really good, I was really surprised by how friendly the staff at Roy's at Fashion Island was to my son. When I made the reservation, I told them I was bringing a 2 year old. They pretty much bring a special appetizer for the kids very quickly after you sit down, I think it's like apples, carrots and a quesadilla. There is a special kids menu with that features real food, not the usual chicken nugget/hot dog fare, and I think they bring out a special dessert at the end just for the kids. My son had the boneless short ribs and loved it. Unfortunately, the dinner service IS a bit long, so my son was ready to bug out before dessert arrived. The other nice thing (if you get there before the stores close) is that there is a carousel and koi pond in Fashion Island that kids love. There is also a Barnes & Noble with a good size kids section across the parking lot from Roy's, if someone has to take the 2 year old out of the restaurant.

    1. Tapeworm May 1, 2008 03:00 PM

      Some may disagree with me about being kid-friendly, but AYCE Korean BBQ at Cham Sut Gol in Garden Grove would fit the bill for me. Grab a green tea (or vanilla and chocolate) ice cream cone when you're done stuffing yourself with meat. You might not even have to pay for the kids to eat.

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      Cham Sut Gol
      9252 Garden Grove Blvd # 10 Garden, Grove, CA

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        ns1 May 1, 2008 12:41 PM

        brazillian bbq if you haven't already?

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          byeCalihelloBahamas May 1, 2008 12:38 PM

          Hmm, somewhat of a tall order.

          Any specific area in OC?

          The Beachcomber might fit the bill. Right on the beach, food can be good.

          http://thebeachcombercafe.com/

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            cdmedici Apr 28, 2008 06:55 PM

            How old are the children?

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              ocrn949 Apr 30, 2008 04:40 PM

              6 and 2. The 6 year old is well behaved, the 2 year old can go both ways :-)

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