Happy Thursday, North OC Digest!
Welcome back! Hope you haven’t missed us while we’ve been gone. In the meantime, we’ve been sure to rally up the newest and best eats, drinks, and events for you right here in North OC!
Again, our mission is to make OC more enjoyable for all those who already reside here.
We believe that it’s so easy to believe that OC is boring and mundane. So we want to bring the latest and greatest things to do right here in our cities.
Now, in today’s edition:
The newest katsu shop in town is making waves
AND this new coffee shop that we promise will be your newest obsession
15+ events for you to enjoy this week!
— Mark Yi
Restaurant of the Week: 88 Katsu
The newest katsu shop in town is making waves
88 Katsu is the newest katsu shop in town right in Amerige Heights Town Center in Fullerton. They just opened last month and people can’t get enough of this place. Every time I pass by, they’re poppin.
Here’s what people keep coming back for:
HUGE and JUICY tonkatsus and chicken katsus
Delicious 88 Katsu special + udon combo
JUMBO katsus if you’re feeling extra hungry
Specialty katsus like curry katsu and cheese katsu 🧀
📍 1941 W Malvern Ave Fullerton, CA 92833
🕓 Mon-Fri: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm; 5:00 pm - 9pm
🕓 Sat-Sun: 11:00 am - 9:00pm
If you’ve been craving some katsu and want to try somewhere new, this has to be your next stop!
Click Here: To view the full menu and plan your visit!
Cafe of the Week: Haru
Your newest coffee obsession
What do you get when Buena Park, Cypress, Anaheim, and Stanton all converge and make a baby?
A coffee shop.
Obviously!
Haru just opened at the corner of Buena Park and Cypress. The space is super chill and the ambience is perfect to study or meet up with a friend. Not to mention the delicious drinks and pastries they’re serving up!
Here’s what people keep coming back for:
Their specialty: Biscoff Latte. People love the creaminess of the foam and the texture of the biscoff crumbs.
Sweet and savory pastries ranging from choco chip cookies to spinach and kale croissants!
Delicious sparkling ades (strawberry, grapefruit, green grape, and more!). It’s like you’re straight out of korea.
Shout out to the Black Sesame Oat Latte. Love me some black sesame. So good.
📍 8951 Knott Ave Ste J Buena Park, CA 90620
🕓 Every day: 8:00AM - 6:00PM
If you need a quiet place to study or meeting a friend, check out Haru!
Click Here: To view the full menu and plan your visit!
Exciting Events:
Music 🎵
Tony Yazbeck | 7PM, December 11-13 (Tickets)
Location: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
Description: Don’t miss the Broadway veteran’s spellbinding one-man show, as he invited audiences to join him on an honest, emotional journey along life’s ups and downs as told through the lyrics of classic show tunes, new standards, and dazzling tap dancing.
American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker | Times vary, December 11-21 (Tickets)
Location: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
Description: Celebrating its 10th season at Segerstrom Center, SoCal’s favorite holiday tradition returns with American Ballet Theatre’s critically acclaimed production of The Nutcracker. Created by one of today’s most celebrated choreographers, Alexei Ratmansky, this dazzling holiday treat features ABT’s roster of superstar dancers along with gorgeous sets and costumes by Tony winner Richard Hudson, and Pacific Symphony playing Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony | 8PM, December 12 (Tickets)
Location: Grove of Anaheim
Description: Bone Thugs-n-Harmony is a Grammy-winning American hip-hop group known for their distinctive blend of fast-paced, rhythmic rapping and melodic harmonies. They rose to prominence in the mid-1990s and left a significant mark on the hip-hop landscape with hit albums like "E. 1999 Eternal" and their tribute to mentor Eazy-E, "Tha Crossroads".
Monthly Jazz Jam | 5:30PM, December 13 (Tickets)
Location: 1985 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Description: Musicians of all skill levels are welcome! Whether you're a seasoned jazz performer, a curious enthusiast, or someone who just wants to explore the magic of jazz, this jam session is tailor-made for you. All instruments and vocalists are invited to participate – diversity is what makes jazz truly shine!
Colbie Caillat and Gavin DeGraw Christmas Tour 2025 | 8PM, December 13 (Tickets)
Location: 18000 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, CA 90703, US
Description: Two-time Grammy winner Colbie Caillat and Grammy nominee Gavin DeGraw join together for a memorable night of chart-topping hits and holiday favorites. With a history of Platinum and No.1 songs like Not Over You, Bubbly, and their Grammy-nominated duet We Both Know, this heartwarming performance unites two unforgettable voices in a celebration of joy, connection, and the magic of the season.
Emmanuel! A Concordia Christmas | 4PM & 7:30PM, December 13 (Tickets)
Location: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
Description: Celebrate the Christmas season with the voices and instruments of Concordia University Irvine. This year, we are once again blessed to share our annual celebration of the Christmas season. Under the theme Emmanuel! A Concordia Christmas, Concordia’s critically-acclaimed choirs, handbells, and orchestra celebrate the season of hope and the birth of the world’s long-awaited Savior!
Community Fun🎆
OC Farmers Market | 9AM-1PM, December 12 (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 13 (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 13 (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.
OC Markets Holiday Flea Market | 10AM-4PM, December 14 ($1)
Location: 610 W 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Description: Come dressed in your best holiday winter fits and shop from our 30+ vendors to shop from such as Y2K clothing, accessories, tooth gems, bags, jewelry, matcha and coffee and much more! $1 Entry per person, and Pet Friendly!
Special Events🥂
Fight Club OC | 7PM, December 11 (Tickets)
Location: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar
Description: California's premiere combat sports show
Jay Mohr Standup | 8PM, December 11 (Tickets)
Location: 180 S Brea Blvd, Brea, CA 92821
Disney On Ice | Times vary, December 11-14 (Tickets)
Location: 2695 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806
Marlon Wayans Standup | Times vary, December 12-14 (Tickets)
Location: 180 S Brea Blvd, Brea, CA 92821
Description: Marlon Wayans is an actor, producer, comedian, writer and film director. His films have grossed $1.14 billion in domestic box office and nearly $1.8 billion in global box office. As a stand-up comedian, he is selling out nationwide and adding shows every weekend.
Thanks for reading the North OC Digest! Let’s chat again on Thursday!