Michael O.

The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar in San Clemente is a great casual restaurant right on the water, with outside seating that looks down over the beach and over the Pacific Ocean and the San Clemente Pier. The restaurants features a nice selection of fresh seafood, sandwiches and salads, with an Oyster Bar across the pier. I had the Fisherman's chowder, a tomato based soup with seafood, vegetables and spices. The complimentary sour doe bread comes out hot and it is addictive. If you are looking for a fun and relaxing spot with unparalleled views and good food, look no further.

Porto's Bakery & Cafe in West Covina is an amazing place, with amazing food. Their selection of pastries is incredible and every week I go there and typically get the almond croissant and a vanilla late. The almond croissant is large, flakey, and incredibly tasty. What makes this place so great, is not just the pastries, but the bright and open dining areas, t, and some of the nicest and most professional food counter attendants. If you are looking for some of the best baked goods in the Southland, head to one of Porto's six restaurants in greater Los Angeles.

Zinqué in Newport Beach is located inside the Lido Marina Village, with waterfront patio seating overlooking the harbor. The views are incredible with the many yachts anchored in front of restaurant row. The relaxing atmosphere was coupled with excellent food, as I had the steak and frites with chimichurri sauce. The steak was cooked to my liking, medium rare, and was tasty along with the crisp golden fries. I would recommend this restaurant if you are looking for a relaxing dinner with a great setting and good food.

I ordered the chicken cobb salad, which I normally get, and it was excellent as always. First and foremost, the salad is large, with a juicy sliced chicken breast, a fresh avocado, tomatoes, crisp bacon, along with a nice bed of lettuce. The salad never disappoints. The other thing I want to note is the excellent service from our server Paulette, who always goes out of her way to make sure our meal is to our satisfaction.