The Green Parrot Villa is reopening, with a Mother’s Day special
Good food news to report - Santa Ana's Green Parrot Villa is opening for lunch and dinner after several years of being used strictly as a banquet facility. They are…
Driver hits a bus then runs into a restaurant, trapping a man under his car
Santa Ana Police Department Advisory: Accident in the area of First and Bristol, victim momentarily trapped under vehicle On 4-17-13 at approximately 12:30 pm a Ford Expedition, driven by a…
Ribbon Cutting at the new Santa Ana Chick Fil A set for 4/16 at 4 pm
Ribbon Cutting: Chick-fil-A Join the new owners of our local fast food restaurant Chick-fil-a and Santa Ana Chamber Ambassadors as we celebrate with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and small reception for…
If you still care about the Santa Ana Art Walk, it is set for tonight
Well, tonight is the First Saturday of the Month, which means you can head down to Downtown Santa Ana for the monthly Art Walk, which features arts, crafts and live…
Heritage Museum to host a “Taste of America” on April 6
The Heritage Museum of Orange County is hosting "A Taste of America in the OC!" on Saturday, April 6, 2013, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. There are just a few…
Downtown Santa Ana’s “The Crosby” is turning five this Monday
Can you believe it? On Monday, April 1, 2013, Downtown Santa Ana's "The Crosby" turns 5 years old! The owners of The Crosby are opening on Monday night at 5…
Goodbye Geisha House, hello Chipotle!
Santa Ana's Geisha House restaurant is out of business. Workers are currently remodeling the site for a new restaurant that is moving in - Chipotle Mexican Grill. Geisha House was…
Things to do on 2013 Easter Weekend in and around Santa Ana
Easter weekend is here! And there is lots to do in and around Santa Ana: Bunny Hop at Disneyland. Easter celebrations at the Disneyland Resort through March 31. Calvary Life Church Easter Egg Hunt…
Things to do in and around Santa Ana on St. Patrick’s Day weekend
Chapter One: The modern local's 2 Year Anniversary Party/St. Patrick's Day Can't believe it has been 2 years almost.... What a journey... To celebrate this wonderful occasion, we are having…
Zero Santa Ana restaurants win an O.C. Public Health Award of Excellence
No Award of Excellence for the Playground and their bloody burgers... Only three Santa Ana businesses have received Awards of Excellence certificates this year from Orange County Public Health. NONE of…
Updated Downtown Santa Ana restaurant health and sanitation violations
Orange County Supervisor Todd Spitzer has requested that the Health Care Agency update the issue of the public's right to know about restaurant health and sanitation issues, which the Board of…
Valentine’s Day dinner and event specials in Santa Ana
Bistro 400 - Valentine's Day Thursday, February 14, 2013 Lobster Asparagus Ravioli& Love Bird Salad . Entree Choice of:Salmon Puttanesca, Chicken Medallions . Pepper Crusted Filet of Beef . Dessert:…
Cheap Date to perform at the Olde Ship on 2/16, for a very good cause
Paul Walters is no longer our city manager, but he remains a top fan of the cover band Cheap Date, which features his wife, Mary Walters, and her family -…
Council committee to discuss new citywide liquor license policy on 1/29
You are invited to be part of the City of Santa Ana's continued discussion related to citywide liquor license and entertainment policies. The City of Santa Ana's Public Safety Committee…
Roll the dice at Hometown Buffet’s ribbon cutting for a chance to win $10K
North Santa Ana's Hometown Buffet is celebrating their Re-opening today, Jan. 12, at 12 noon. They are located at 1008 E. 17th Street, in Santa Ana. There will be a…