Happy Thursday, North OC Digest!
Christmas…
Christmas…
Christmas…
Did someone say Christmas? No? Cool. We’re saying it anyway.
The end-of-year slowdown is almost here and we’re fully leaning into cozy season. Warm drinks, comfort food, and anything that makes this week feel a little more festive.
As always, we’ve rounded up some great eats, drinks, and things to do around North OC so you don’t have to go searching for plans.
Our mission stays the same: make OC more enjoyable for the people who already live here.
You just have to know where to look
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Now, in today’s edition:
IG worthy food tastes as good as it looks
AND the best looking cafe I’ve ever seen in my life
15+ events for you to enjoy this week!
— Mark Yi
Restaurant of the Week: Atoyubu
This IG worthy food tastes as good as it looks
If you haven’t tried Atoyubu yet, this Buena Park spot should be on your radar, especially if you love bold Korean-Japanese fusion flavors with a fun, casual twist. This place is best known for its yubu — crispy tofu skin pockets loaded with rice and toppings like fresh salmon, bulgogi, spicy tuna, and more. People keep coming back because every bite hits.
Here’s what people keep coming back for:
Crispy yubu pockets loaded with toppings like spicy tuna, fresh salmon, and bulgogi
Bold, creative flavors like garlic butter crab and buldak chicken for a little heat
Fresh ingredients and sauces that make every bite pop
Perfect portions for sharing… or not sharing at all
📍 7041 Western Ave, Ste B, Buena Park, CA 90621
🕓 Mon–Sat: 11:00AM–2:00PM & 4:00PM–8:00PM
❌ Closed Sundays
If you’re looking for something fun, different, and low-key addictive, Atoyubu needs to be on your list.
Click Here: To view the full menu and plan your visit!
Cafe of the Week: DO Coffee
This is the best looking cafe I’ve ever seen in my life
Okay, I know I should be talking about how good the coffee is here (and trust me, it is), but we need to talk about the vibe first.
DO Coffee in Brea is honestly stunning. The space is bright, modern, and effortlessly cool, the kind of place where you walk in and immediately feel like you need to sit down and stay awhile. It feels less like a coffee stop and more like a place people actually want to hang out.
Here’s what people keep coming back for:
Beautifully crafted drinks like the Guava Cold Drip and Sea Salt Toffee Latte that taste just as good as they look
Smooth matcha and Einspanner-style drinks with rich foam and balanced sweetness
An insane interior with tons of natural light and clean design that makes every corner photo-worthy
A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for studying, working, or catching up with friends
📍 391 S State College Blvd, Ste W, Brea, CA 92821
🕓 Daily: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
PS: Their yuzu cold drip is like nothing I’ve ever tried before. It’s genuinely the most one-of-a-kind coffee I’ve had, and I’m already counting the days until I visit again.
Click Here: To view the full menu and plan your visit!
Exciting Events:
Music 🎵
Pacific Symphony – A Rat Pack Christmas with Tony DeSare | 8PM, December 19 (Tickets)
Location: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
Description: Ring in the holidays with Pacific Symphony and vocalist Tony DeSare performing a festive Rat Pack–inspired concert full of seasonal favorites and classic swing tunes — a smooth and elegant way to celebrate the season.
Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2025 | 8:00 PM, Dec 19 & Dec 20 (Tickets)
Location: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Description: Jazz saxophonist Dave Koz and friends deliver smooth seasonal jazz favorites.
Los Angeles Symphony Christmas Concert | 7:00 PM, Dec 21 (Tickets)
Location: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Description: A festive orchestral holiday performance from one of the world’s greatest symphony orchestras!
Pacific Chorale – ’Tis the Season! | 7PM, December 22 (Tickets)
Location: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall (Costa Mesa)
Description: A beloved OC holiday concert presenting choral favorites and festive classics to get you in the spirit — perfect for all ages.
Community Fun🎆
Winter Fest OC | Ongoing through Jan 4 (Tickets)
Location: 88 Fair Dr. Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Description: SoCal’s biggest winter festival transforms the fairgrounds into a holiday wonderland — think ice skating, snow tubing, lights, carnival rides, holiday market booths, food & drink, and family entertainment.
Christmas Jazz Night | 5PM–8PM, December 19 (Free)
Location: 7561 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Description: Come down to Old World Village, shop at the Christmas Market for your holiday gifts and enjoy the holiday cheer with food and drinks while listening to amazing JAZZ MUSIC performed by various artists from Orange County. .
OC Farmers Market | 9AM-1PM, December 19 (Free)
Location: OC Fair & Event Center – Lot D
Description: Shop local at this OC Farm Bureau certified farmers’ market featuring produce, fresh flowers, fish, hummus, honey, hot sauce and more. Some vendors also sell hot food for lunch such as tamales and tacos/burritos.
The Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market | 9AM-1PM, December 20 (Free)
Location: 303 West Palm Avenue, Orange, CA 92866
Description: The Certified Orange Home Grown Farmers and Artisans Market sources farmers from the Southern California region who hold a California Certified Producers Certificate (CPC), keeping produce local and fresh.
Buena Park Farmers Market | 9AM-2PM, December 20 (Free)
Location: 8000-8092 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA
Description: This busy farmers market runs year-round every Saturday from 9am to 2pm. They offer everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to flowers and leather goods.
Special Events🥂
Bill Burr Live | 7:30 PM, Dec 18 (Tickets)
Location: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Description: One of stand-up’s biggest names brings his live comedy tour to Cerritos Center.
Comedy Confidential Featuring Steve Furey & Friends | 8PM, December 17 (Tickets)
Location: Brea Improv
Description: A lineup of hilarious comedians takes the stage for a night of sharp wit and nonstop laughs.
Ducks vs. Stars | 7:00 PM, Dec 19 (Tickets)
Location: Honda Center
Description: Anaheim Ducks play Columbus in a fast-paced hockey matchup.
Ducks vs. Blue Jackets | 7:00 PM, Dec 20 (Tickets)
Location: Honda Center
Description: Ducks battle the Blue Jackets.
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet | 1:30PM & 6:30PM, Dec 21 (Tickets)
Location: La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
Description: Now in its 33rd year, the North American tour unites world-class talent from renowned ballet capitals across the globe, featuring all-new choreography this season by acclaimed Ukrainian choreographer, Viktor Davydiuk.
Ducks vs. Kraken | 7:00 PM, Dec 22 (Tickets)
Location: Honda Center
Description: Ducks battle the Seattle Kraken in another evening game.
Thanks for reading the North OC Digest! Let’s chat again on Tuesday!