Garden Grove Vacations

Crystal Cathedral - This striking building was created out of reflective glass. In fact, it's the biggest glass building on the planet. It also houses the Hazel Wright Memorial Organ, which is one of the largest musical instruments ever constructed. The Crystal Cathedral is the most famous structure in Garden Grove. As a cathedral, it's a place of worship, but whatever your religious affiliation, you’ll be most welcome here.

Historic Main Street - For the history buffs among you, don't miss Garden Grove’s historic Main Street. Wander among the old buildings and take in the beautiful architecture. You can also browse in antique stores, and, if you visit on certain Friday evenings, soak up the atmosphere at a classic car convention.

GEM Theater - If you’d like to catch a play while on vacation, be sure to visit the GEM Theater. Located at the end of Garden Grove’s Main Street, you can buy tickets to enjoy a performance at this intimate venue. Its small size means that you’ll feel involved with all the action, and you’ll always have a clear view. After the play, why not try one of the local restaurants? There are plenty of places nearby where you can enjoy a great dinner while you talk about the performance.
 

Garden Grove is largely known for its Korean and Vietnamese districts, though it has a diverse range of restaurants and eateries. Here are a few gems:

Mo Ran Gak - A key player in Garden Grove, Mo Ran Gak offers a great range of traditional, authentic, Korean dishes. It specializes in meat dishes, but also has some great vegetarian options, so it's suitable for everyone. In addition to the tasty main and side dishes, Mo Ran Gak is also worth visiting for the traditional Korean atmosphere.

Claws - Claws restaurant is a Cajun, Vietnamese-run eatery. Seafood is its specialty, and its menu include a wide range of dishes including clams, crab and oysters. If you'd like to sample tradition Cajun recipes, this is the place for you. An added bonus with Claws is its remarkable interior design. Ship paintings, skeleton banners and pirate statues will keep the whole family entertained.

Pho Lu - This popular Vietnamese restaurant specializes in pho, a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup meal. Pho comes in many forms and flavors, so you’ll find something for all members of your party. This restaurant is also more affordable than some others in the area.