San Diego and OC trip

Julie wrote: staying in San Diego two nights, and somewhere between anaheim/irvine for 4 nights. I know the food is all in pico... so taking suggestions on what to do since we aren't staying there, and what's the best restaurant (s) for the one night we'll make the shlep to go out to eat.

Here's my response: The two biggest Orthodox schuls of OC are Beth Jacob and Chabad. Here are links to their websites. I think there is a large chain supermarket that now carries many kosher products. The schuls will probably be able to direct you to the market.

http://www.bethjacobirvine.org/
http://www.chabadirvine.org/

There is also a bakery (Sun Flour Bakery) that I think is kosher and in OC.
http://www.sunflourbakery.net/

As to restaurants in Pico...some are more kid-friendly than others. Also, it depends whether you want to spend a lot or a little. It also depends on if it's the 9 days still or not, because that will limit your choice. I don't eat out so much, so maybe someone else will give you feedback about that.

Hope that's helpful.