If you have your mind set on Anaheim, and not go to nearby areas, like Los Angeles or further down the Orange County Coast, you still have a lot of attractions to choose from.
You must understand that a lot of theme park locations in the United States are pretty much one-trick ponies.
For example, if you go to Six Flags Magic Mountain, and you want to hang out in the specific area right next to it, there’s not much that you can do. The same is true for the one Orlando, Florida.
However, if you want to hang out in Anaheim, the opposite is true because Anaheim has been there even before Disneyland was built.
A lot of people are under the impression that Disneyland, and Anaheim are pretty much joined at the hip. In fact, depending on who you ask, they might even believe that Anaheim is Disneyland, and vice versa.
Wrong! Anaheim has a lot to offer on its own. Even if Disneyland weren’t there, Anaheim would still be a great place to visit.
Here is a short list of the places that you need to check out.
Now, you must tweak this according to your own preferences and family situation. Some are kid-friendly, others, not so much.
You must look at the itinerary that you’re going to create from the list that I’m going to share with you based on who’s going with you on your trip, and what people’s expectations and assumptions are.
Regardless, if you want to get the very best out of your upcoming trip to Anaheim, California, you might want to check out the following places.
The Cliffs Sports Bar
The Cliffs has made a name for itself as the premier sports bar in Anaheim. It has the distinct All- American sports bar atmosphere.
Whether you’re into sports or just want to hang out with people who are into sports, this is the place to go to.
It’s classy. There are a lot of selections of drinks and food, and it’s quite visitor friendly.
So, if you’re looking for a tried and proven local attraction that both locals and visitors would appreciate, the Cliffs Sports Bar is a great candidate.
Second Base Bar and Grill Restaurant
If you’re looking for a baseball themed restaurant, Second Base Bar and Grill is a great choice.
Not everybody’s into baseball, of course. But even if you are not the world’s biggest baseball fan, if you appreciate everything related to sports, this is a great place to hang out in.
A lot of people meet each other here for social events. It’s also a place where people can break the ice on their way to a business meeting.
Whatever your motivations may be, if you are looking for a warm and friendly environment, the Second Base Bar and Grill Restaurant is the place to be.
Mission Control Bar and Arcades
If you’re looking for a classic American bar with lots of arcades and games on the premises or nearby, you might want to check out the Mission Control Bar.
It’s nothing fancy but it has a great ambiance that a lot of locals really appreciate.
So, if you’re looking for great stories, hanging out with interesting people, and just an excellent social space, the Mission Control Bar and Arcades is a good option.
Morning Lavender Coffee and Tea
If you are a more laid-back type, and you’d like to chill out with your friends and family members in a great environment, this is the place to go to.
It’s not a sports bar or a full-blown restaurant. But it’s a clean, well-lighted, and a wonderfully accommodating place where you can shoot the bull, let your hair down, and enjoy each other’s company.
Brewery X
Make no mistake. Homebrew and custom brew beers are very popular in the United States.
What better way to enjoy the very best Anaheim has to offer as far as the custom crafted beer is concerned than Brewery X?
It’s a great place because it truly delivers the goods. It doesn’t really get any simpler than that. A lot of custom breweries or artisanal beer pubs are very heavy on the attitude, and light on the taste and body.
Basically, if you are interested in beer, you would focus on the taste and body of your brew.
Brewery X brings the best of both worlds. If you’re looking for a great place to meet people, and hang out in the social environment, Brewery X has that ambience.
In addition to that, it also brings great beer to the table. It has the great attitude. It is quite an accommodating place and it places high attention to the actual quality of the beer.
So, if you are an aficionado, you know your way around the different types of beer, and you could tell a pilsner from an ale, this is the place for you.
Furthermore, if you just want to touch base with friends, hang out and talk about your recent trip to Disneyland, this is a great place to do it as well.
So, if you’re looking for the local color sites and personalities of Anaheim, check out the list above.
Of course, feel free to come up with an alternative list but use the list I’ve given as a starting point. Anaheim has its own distinct personality.
A lot of people from all over the world goes to this part of the country for different reasons. I know it sounds crazy, but it’s not just all about Disneyland.
If you’re looking for the very best that Southern California has to offer, at least when it comes to Anaheim, check out the list above, and feel free to customize it.
Use the internet to research local holes in the walls, and other attractions than would fit the bill.