Radisson Hotel Whittier

FULLERTON. For years, Steamers has been the OC's go-to place for exceptional live jazz, and any night of the week,...

FULLERTON. For years, Steamers has been the OC's go-to place for exceptional live jazz, and any night of the week, you'll find aficionados camped out in the audience, soaking in the heartfelt sounds and rippling rhythms. Young and old alike grace the stage ­ talent is a great equalizer ­ and performers from around the world play for the gathered fans. In addition, a full-service restaurant lets patrons nosh while they relax to the music of everyone from Diana Krall to Poncho Sanchez, Jeff Hamilton, and Karrin Allyson.

Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-1am; Fri-Sat 7am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

FULLERTON. Dimly lit and swathed in red, this long-lived bar has been around in some incarnation or other since 1925....

FULLERTON. Dimly lit and swathed in red, this long-lived bar has been around in some incarnation or other since 1925. These days, it's known for hosting local bands of all persuasions from those putting forth indie rock to those touting ska, soul, rockabilly, funk, and more. Arrange for a booth, reserve the private room, or take your chances with what remains. Either way, you're certain to enjoy the lounge-y vibe and the top-notch tunes, not to mention the stout, well-poured drinks.

Hours: Daily 2pm-2am

Payment Methods: Cash Only

DOWNTOWN DISNEY® DIST. Devoted to Mediterranean fare, this Downtown Disney® District charmer features...

DOWNTOWN DISNEY_® DIST. Devoted to Mediterranean fare, this Downtown Disney_® District charmer features a temple-like facade, and its outdoor pavilion makes it a favorite with the young, trendy crowd. Downstairs at Uva Bar (a trendy, Spanish-style watering hole), superb cocktails and brilliant tapas are available; upstairs, diners in a refined setting are wowed by intrepid dishes hailing from France, Greece, Italy, and the Middle East. Featured items include roasted duck breast over polenta, paella à la Valencia, and diver scallops with applewood-smoked bacon risotto.

Hours: Daily 8am-10pm Hours May Vary Seasonally

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN DISNEY® DIST. This is a great place to watch any sporting event. The Studio Grill restaurant offers a...

DOWNTOWN DISNEY_® DIST. This is a great place to watch any sporting event. The Studio Grill restaurant offers a sports-related atmosphere and the usual ribs, hamburgers, pizzas, and salads. The Screening Room puts forth a big-screen TV showing the event of the hour, or you can catch one of the many other televisions showing different games. The Sports Arena has a games and amusement center full of activities like virtual golf and hockey, video bowling, pinball, and other simulations like horse racing and baseball pitching.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN DISNEY® DIST. Always-popular House of Blues finds favor with lots of folks, who appreciate the...

DOWNTOWN DISNEY_® DIST. Always-popular House of Blues finds favor with lots of folks, who appreciate the outstanding music venue and restaurant as a fun destination throughout the day and night. Not only does HOB feature a roster of libations and a great musical lineup, but it serves a legendary Sunday Gospel Brunch as well, which has folks clamoring for terrific tunes and fabulous Southern cooking. Sound, lighting, and spectacle are all top-notch, and any experience is guaranteed to be memorable.

Hours: Daily 11am-1am Event Dates and Times Vary

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN DISNEY® DIST. Bringing the flavor of New Orleans to California, this festive place sets the scene...

DOWNTOWN DISNEY_® DIST. Bringing the flavor of New Orleans to California, this festive place sets the scene with French Quarter architecture and decor and adds in signature food and the sounds that made the Big Easy famous. Have some gumbo, pecan-crusted catfish, or a NY strip Tchoupitoulas, and then kick back for lots of jazz, whose jubilant sounds are served up by everything from the piano to live bands. Your toes won't stay still for long!

Hours: Jazz Kitchen Express Daily 8am-10pm
Main Dining Room Sun-Thu 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

ANAHEIM. Sleek and casual, Anaheim's favorite beer hall serves hefty mugs of delicious India Pale, Extra Stout, Emil's...

ANAHEIM. Sleek and casual, Anaheim's favorite beer hall serves hefty mugs of delicious India Pale, Extra Stout, Emil's Amber, and Hefeweizen house brews. Indoors, tile floors, brass accents, and brewpub observation windows set the stage; outside, the spacious patio is reminiscent of a German beer garden, but one with palm trees and warm California breezes. The menu features superb Californian fare: chicken and avocado egg rolls, blackened Mahi tacos, Caribbean pork chops, and honey glazed salmon.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-11:30pm; Sat-Sun Noon-11:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

ORANGE. A wonderland for grown-ups who still like to play, Dave & Buster's is a great place for office parties, dates,...

ORANGE. A wonderland for grown-ups who still like to play, Dave & Buster's is a great place for office parties, dates, or even when you have an hour or two to kill on your own. The newest interactive video games and simulators, skee ball, pool, shuffleboard ­ if it's fun and games you're after, Dave & Buster's definitely has them. You'll also find several full bars and a restaurant, not to mention after-work and late-night happy hours.

Hours: Sun-Wed 11:30am-Midnight; Thu-Sat 11:30am-1am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

SEAL BEACH. Downtown Long Beach's two-story Blue Cafe enjoys a strong reputation as a terrific place to catch live...

SEAL BEACH. Downtown Long Beach's two-story Blue Cafe enjoys a strong reputation as a terrific place to catch live music, notably blues but also jazz, alternative rock, and sometimes rockabilly, reggae, and more. No matter the genre, you're certain to be immersed in excellent tunes performed by a wealth of talented folks. In between sets, take advantage of pool tables and well-poured drinks. If the munchies strike, rest assured that sandwiches, burgers, salads, and appetizers stand ready to please. The Huntington Beach location can be found at 17208 Pacific Coast Highway (562-592-1302).

Hours: Tue-Sun 7pm-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

SEAL BEACH. Bustling, lively Cohiba takes the Latin penchant for rhythm and builds a club around it, plying visitors...

SEAL BEACH. Bustling, lively Cohiba takes the Latin penchant for rhythm and builds a club around it, plying visitors with DJs and live bands who shake up the night with sounds of jazz, salsa, R&B, reggae, hip-hop, and even Top 40. Where the music shines, the people dance, and so it is here. The multi-roomed venue holds lots of patrons, and everyone lets the energy subsume them, showing off their most practiced moves. If you're just in the mood to relax amid the activity, that's possible as well.

Hours: Fri-Sun 9pm-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club