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Sliver · 01-06-2010, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Table 5

If you are ever around Laguna Beach (on the Pacific Coast Highway) you absolutely have to stop at Taco Loco (http://orangecounty.citysearch.com/p...taco_loco.html). Bar none the best fish/seafood tacos I've had in my life. Actually, while in California, have as much Mexican food as you possibly can....its so much better than anything you get anywhere that's not Mexico.

I've had Mexican food in Mexico and in California and I have to say I prefer Taco Time to anything "authentic." Even the real Mexican restaurants in Calgary I don't like. If it's not a soft meat burrito with mexi-fries I'm just not into it.

troutman · 01-06-2010, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sliver

I've had Mexican food in Mexico and in California and I have to say I prefer Taco Time to anything "authentic." Even the real Mexican restaurants in Calgary I don't like. If it's not a soft meat burrito with mexi-fries I'm just not into it.

Really?

Home-made El Paso tacos >>> Taco Time

Traditional_Ale · 01-06-2010, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Sliver

I've had Mexican food in Mexico and in California and I have to say I prefer Taco Time to anything "authentic." Even the real Mexican restaurants in Calgary I don't like. If it's not a soft meat burrito with mexi-fries I'm just not into it.

I take it you also perfer things like bologna and processed cheese?

csnarpy · 01-06-2010, 04:39 PM

well since the Cruise were going on is in the Mexican Riviera - I've gotta feeling that we will be eating something other than Mexican....

Table 5 · 01-06-2010, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by csnarpy

well since the Cruise were going on is in the Mexican Riviera - I've gotta feeling that we will be eating something other than Mexican....

After going to Mexico, you might not be able to eat anything for a week anyway.

Berger_4_ · 01-06-2010, 04:49 PM

Man, if you're around Disneyland at all, hit up Taco Mi Pueblo for great Mexican food. Me and a couple buddies ate there pretty well every day we were in LA. Really cheap, and really, really good.

Actually the one time, we had a bit of a miscommunication between who was leaving the tip, and four people ended up leaving a tip. I think we just about paid for the meal twice haha.

Edit---So I'm slow on the typing...sue me! Honestly though if you're not sick of that style of food at that point you really should give it a shot. Actually there's a whole bunch of restaurants and such around there so if that isn't your style, then I'm sure you could find something else to tickle your fancy.

Ice · 01-06-2010, 05:37 PM

If you're looking to entertain a one year old, there are lots of little places you can go around LA without battling a crowd at a theme park. You could entertain a one year old at Griffith Park. They have pony rides, a little train, and the LA Zoo is right there. Also, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is a pretty quick drive and the tanks are huge and colorful and a little kid would love that. They can pet seals and dolphins and the otters are crazy little creatures that make kids laugh. I would avoid Venice Beach with a kid as the crowd is unpredictable. But Santa Monica pier has some rides and plenty of places to eat on the Promenade and you could let your little one take of their shoes and play on the beach. There's a place in Malibu called Troutdale, they give you a very simple fishing pole and some corn for bait and any little kid can catch a fish there.

I can't really remember all the places I used to take my kids when they were babies and toddlers but there is a lot to do. I"ll post as I remember. BTW, my little one calls the Getty Museum the most boring place on earth. Its a fantastic place to visit, but kids don't really get it.

shermanator · 01-06-2010, 05:40 PM

Paris Hilton

csnarpy · 01-06-2010, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Ice

If you're looking to entertain a one year old, there are lots of little places you can go around LA without battling a crowd at a theme park. You could entertain a one year old at Griffith Park. They have pony rides, a little train, and the LA Zoo is right there. Also, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is a pretty quick drive and the tanks are huge and colorful and a little kid would love that. They can pet seals and dolphins and the otters are crazy little creatures that make kids laugh. I would avoid Venice Beach with a kid as the crowd is unpredictable. But Santa Monica pier has some rides and plenty of places to eat on the Promenade and you could let your little one take of their shoes and play on the beach. There's a place in Malibu called Troutdale, they give you a very simple fishing pole and some corn for bait and any little kid can catch a fish there.

I can't really remember all the places I used to take my kids when they were babies and toddlers but there is a lot to do. I"ll post as I remember. BTW, my little one calls the Getty Museum the most boring place on earth. Its a fantastic place to visit, but kids don't really get it.

Thanks for these - I think the Aquarium of the Pacific is a definite and the Griffith Park sounds good too.

Knalus · 01-07-2010, 08:07 AM

Taking the Bus from the airport to Santa Monica Beach only takes like 20-30 min, and costs $0.50. At least it did in 2002. I also took the train from Hollywood boulevard to LAX, which was also pretty cheap and easy. In fact, the only difficult, expensive, and slow travel I had on those stopovers, was in a cab. If you can avoid the roads, do so. If you can't, take side roads more, avoid the freeways.

VladtheImpaler · 01-07-2010, 09:09 AM

Well, I would strongly second driving down to San Diego for a day or 3

. In LA, I am sure your wife would like to see Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive. Go to the Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach, have lunch at Canter's Deli. Go get mugged on Hollywood Blvd while looking at the stars on the sidewalk...

Shazam · 01-07-2010, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Ice

If you're looking to entertain a one year old, there are lots of little places you can go around LA without battling a crowd at a theme park. You could entertain a one year old at Griffith Park. They have pony rides, a little train, and the LA Zoo is right there. Also, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is a pretty quick drive and the tanks are huge and colorful and a little kid would love that. They can pet seals and dolphins and the otters are crazy little creatures that make kids laugh. I would avoid Venice Beach with a kid as the crowd is unpredictable. But Santa Monica pier has some rides and plenty of places to eat on the Promenade and you could let your little one take of their shoes and play on the beach. There's a place in Malibu called Troutdale, they give you a very simple fishing pole and some corn for bait and any little kid can catch a fish there.

I can't really remember all the places I used to take my kids when they were babies and toddlers but there is a lot to do. I"ll post as I remember. BTW, my little one calls the Getty Museum the most boring place on earth. Its a fantastic place to visit, but kids don't really get it.

Forgot about the Long Beach Aquarium, GO THERE!! It's GREAT!

Yup, and Santa Monica beach is good too!

And one-year old's not going to remember the Getty

Shazam · 01-07-2010, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Sliver

I've had Mexican food in Mexico and in California and I have to say I prefer Taco Time to anything "authentic." Even the real Mexican restaurants in Calgary I don't like. If it's not a soft meat burrito with mexi-fries I'm just not into it.

You must be destroyed. Or at least your taste buds.

Sinatra · 01-07-2010, 10:23 AM

Yeah my family took a cruise from Long Beach around Mexico(Cabo San Lucas, Ixtapa(can't spell it) and etc.) Afterwards we checked out the beaches, drove down to San Diego Zoo..around San Fran and then hit up California Adventures. Also maybe go catch a hockey game?

CaptainCrunch · 01-07-2010, 10:33 AM

Hire this guy

Getting into LA is easy

Escaping with the Presidents doomsday weapon is hard.

awildermode · 01-07-2010, 11:19 AM

i have been in LA for over 10 years, i still have no idea of what to do for 'fun' other than the touristy things.

oh, and In and Out is WAY over-rated.

Table 5 · 01-07-2010, 11:24 AM

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oh, and In and Out is WAY over-rated.

It might be over-rated, but it's still a damn fine burger. At the very least, it will be a satisfying meal, even if it doesnt blow you away.

Playfair · 01-07-2010, 11:28 AM

I suggest Universal Studios as well. Young kids like Disney Land, though I don't have much use for it personally. Give it a shot if you want!

North East Goon · 01-07-2010, 11:33 AM

We took our 2 year old to disneyland last year, we couldnt walk by one of their shops which are everywhere without having to buy him a damn stuffed disney character. I wouldnt recommend it for kids that young.

North East Goon · 01-07-2010, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Sliver

I've had Mexican food in Mexico and in California and I have to say I prefer Taco Time to anything "authentic." Even the real Mexican restaurants in Calgary I don't like. If it's not a soft meat burrito with mexi-fries I'm just not into it.

I have a strange craving for Taco time's hot sauce quite often, but to suggest it's better than authentic Mexican food is plain crazy.