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The Block at Orange





In the slide show above, you're viewing pictures of The Block at Orange mall, a fun outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment center in Orange County, California. On this page, you'll see photos of The Block, plus discover the choices of restaurants & stores you'll find when you arrive.

Sad news; some favorite stores have closed at The Block! You're not imagining things if you think you see more empty spaces. Hilo Hatties Hawaiian store is gone. Ron Jon's Surf Shop, and Steve & Barry's have closed, as well. The mall's Virgin Megastore has gone, too. Will there be more casualties? Let's hope not!

There's also some very GOOD news! A location of the popular Neiman Marcus Last Call outlet stores has recently opened in The Block at Orange! So have Converse and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse stores. And yet still MORE good news is that The Block's Hollister store has converted into a Hollister OUTLET! With all these new additions, more bargains await you at The Block than ever before!








The Block at Orange, Overview

Picture: El Torito Restaurant; The Block at Orange, California Want to head to a shopping, dining and entertainment complex that's hip 'n fun? Try out The Block at Orange in Orange County, California!

People call The Block at Orange all kind of different names. The Block of Orange. The Block in Orange. The Block Orange County. The Block Mall. Well...call it what you like; it makes no difference. What REALLY matters is that this entertaining Orange County center is a really GREAT place for you to spend an afternoon or evening.

The Block at Orange is an outdoor-style mall and features a cozy, village-like setting in which you can browse, choose from a number of delightful restaurants, and then catch a movie at the AMC Multiplex Cinema (or enjoy one of the other entertainment choices at The Block, if you'd rather.)

The Block's architecture is whimsical, as you can see from the photos on this page. Come enjoy!


     
 




The Block at Orange -- Restaurants

Market Broiler Restaurant; the Block at Orange, California You'll find a variety of restaurants and snacking options scattered throughout The Block at Orange. Finding a restaurant you LIKE isn't the problem; it's trying to decide which of the many you'd like to try!

Not only can you find restaurants within the strolling paths of The Block itself, but there are also restaurants on separate pads lining the outer rim of The Block's giant parking lot. In the following list of restaurants, I'll include both types of restaurants. At The Block of Orange, you'll find the following featured restaurants for your dining pleasure---

1.) Alcatraz Brewing Co. (phone number 714/939-8686)---Featuring an American menu of burgers, pastas, pizza chicken and beef dishes.

2.) Cafe Tu Tu Tango (phone number 714/769-2222)---Featuring a decor resembling a "Spanish artist's loft," the Cafe offers a menu which heavily emphasizes appetizers that you can share with your companions.

3.) Corner Bakery Cafe, (phone number 714/939-8410)

4.) El Torito (phone number 714/939-6711)---El Torrito at The Block is another location for this fine Mexican chain. You'll find traditional Mexican dinners here---fajitas and enchiladas, for example.

5.) Eurostation Crepes and Waffles (phone 714/385-1260) features both dinner and dessert crepes, along with soups salads and other goodies to accompany your entree.

6.) Johnny Rockets Diner (phone number 714/769-4500)---
You'll find a location of the always-cute 50's retro-style Johnny Rockets here at The Block in Orange. As usual, the menu features hefty burgers, thick-cut fries, and real-ice-cream milkshakes so thick you can stand up a straw in them!

7.) Koji Sushi and Shabu Shabu (phone number 714/769-0200)---This is one of the pricier restaurants in The Block at Orange, and I understand (from friends who like this type of food) that this is a good place to enjoy your Sushi favorites.

8.) Market Broiler Restaurant (phone number 714/769-3474)---You'll find seafood, steak and ribs broiled over mesquite here, as well as a selection of pastas and dinner salads.

9.) Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill (phone number 714/769-3177)---One of the popular chain restaurants in Southern California featuring the fresh taste of Baja Mexican-style cooking. A huge burrito runs about $7 at Rubio's, including salsa and toppings.

10.) TGIF Restaurant (TGI Fridays) (phone number 714/978-3308)---This popular chain of restaurants features and American style menu...items such as steak, chicken, ribs, burgers, pastas and main dish salads.




Along with these featured restaurants, The Block at Orange offers you many quick meal & snacking opportunities. For the complete listing of fast food & snacks you may enjoy at The Block, please see the mall's official website (link at the end of this page.)





The Block at Orange -- Entertainment

Picture: AMC Theater in The Block at Orange is one of this mall's entertainment highlights 1.) The AMC 30 Theaters (phone number 714-769-4262) is a giant new cineplex featuring stadium-style seating and state-of-the art sound systems. You'll find all the latest movie releases at the AMC 30 Theatres. At times, you'll also be able to hear live music in the large plaza in front of the theater as you wait for your show. If you'd like to look up showtimes via the internet (rather than hear the phone recording,) the following link will take you to the www.amctheatres.com official website. Or, if you'd like to find a different AMC location, you may visit the AMC Theaters page of this website.

2.) At Dave & Busters (phone number 714/769 1515), you can play your favorite arcade games...and grab a meal or a snack when you get hungry.

3.) The Lucky Strike Lanes (phone number 714/937 5263) is another place where you'll never get hungry as you bowl. In addition to having what it calls "state-of-the-art" bowling lanes, you'll also find a casual dining restaurant inside.

Picture: Virgin Megastore in The Block at Orange; now closed 4.) At Borders Books and Music (phone number 714/385-1025), you can grab coffee and a muffin at the snack bar...or just sit down and read a good book in a comfortable chair. At night, Borders turns into "homework heaven," as young people pile in to do their studies, eat and chat with their friends.

5.) Van's Skate Park (phone number 714/769-3800) is a skaters dream. If you don't skateboard, that's OK---there's gallery seating section, so you can just go & watch the young athletes perform their stunts. Van's Skate Park features half-pipes, rails, and a large (empty) pool on which the skaters can practice during their sessions at Van's.

6.) Bose Electronics (phone 714/769-4080) For those who prefer home entertainment, the equipment you'll find at The Block's Bose outlet store will help you get the sound you need for parties or quiet evenings at home.

7.) Games Workshop (phone number 714/769-3189) is home of the popular Warhammer and other tabletop games

8.) Gamestop, (phone 714/769-3277) is where video game fans will want to head to find a great selection of titles.





The Block at Orange -- Shopping

The Block's list of stores featuring clothing and accessories

Picture: Hollister store inThe Block at Orange, a popular open-air shopping, dining and entertainment mall in Southern California The Block at Orange Mall has a strong emphasis on entertainment and dining. It also has a good selection of stores, if you'd prefer to shop.

The Block is an especially good place to find clothing for teens and young adults, but you'll also find clothing for children and adults, too. While most of the stores are "regular" retail shops, you'll discover a number of outlet stores among the mix, too. Here's a list of stores specializing in clothing and accessories at The Block of Orange--Aeropostale, phone number 714/940-0610.......American Eagle Outfitters, phone number 714/940-0720.......Anchor Blue, telephone number 714/769-3155........Ann Taylor outlet store, telephone 714/769-4470.......Bag in Style, phone 714/937-1834.......Baker's Shoes, phone number 714/769-3295.......Balance Lifestyles, phone number 714/385-9080.......Children's Place Outlet, phone number 714/940-0375.......Claire's Accessories, phone number 714/634-1136.......Converse, phone number 714/939-7823.......Ecko Unltd clothing, phone number 714/634-4594.......Finish Line, telephone number 714/937-1373.......Forever 21, phone number 714/938-0252.......Frederick's of Hollywood lingerie, phone number 714/769-3194.......



Photo: Ron Jon Surf Shop; The Block at Orange mall in Orange County, California G by Guess, phone number 714/935-9623.......Gymboree Outlet, phone number 714/939-6448.......Hollister Clothing Co, phone number 714/923-0007.......Hot Topic, phone number 714/935-9189.......Icing by Claire's, phone 714/634-1383.......It's All About Me Forever, telephone 714/456-9660.....Last Call Neiman Marcus, telephone 714/939-6806.......Lids, telephone 714/938-0472.......LVL X (Level 10) clothing, telephone 714/634-3300.......M.A.D.E. clothing store, phone 714/456-0092.....Nike outlet store, phone 714/456-9172.......Neiman Marcus Last Call outlet, phone number 714/939-6806 .......No Fear, phone number 769-3327.......Off 5th Saks Fifth Avenue outlet, telephone 714/769-4200.......Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse, phone number TBA.....Old Navy store, phone number 714/769-6201.......PacSun, telephone 714/937-3924.......Papaya clothing store, phone number 714/385-9000.......Puma, phone number 714/769-1000.......Robert Wayne Footwear, phone 714/769-3333.......Saks Off 5th outlet, phone number 714/769-4200.......Shemoni Jewelry, phone 714/769-3141.......Skechers, phone number 714/978-2951.......Sun's Up, telephone 714/769-4040.......Sunglass Hut, phone 714/938-0502.......Tilly's, phone number 714/769-3300.......Torrid clothing, phone number 714/385-1358.......Ultra Diamonds, phone number 714/769-3424.......Victoria's Secret, phone number 714/940-0308.......Wet Seal clothing, phone 714/634-4579.......Windsor Fashions, telephone 714/769-3355 and Zumiez skate clothing, phone 714/939-6859.




Health, bath & beauty at The Block

You can pamper yourself in the salons of The Block, or buy products to enhance your health and well being in the mall's shops. Here's a listing of health, bath & beauty stores, salons and spas that you'll be able to enjoy while visiting The Block at Orange--

Bath & Body Works, phone number 714/769-3558.......Block Optometry, phone 714/937-3937.......Brighter Smiles, telephone 714/456-0005.......Burke Williams Day Spa, phone number 714/769-1360.......(The) Cosmetics Company Store, phone 714/704-0023.......Fashion Nails, telephone 714/769-3635.......LA Fitness, phone number 714/769-8000.......Perfumania, telephone number 714/769-3320.......Planet Beauty, phone number 714/769-3420.......VIP Salon, telephone 714/978-7758.



OTHER STORES AND SERVICES AT THE BLOCK: In addition to the many shops, restaurants and entertainment venues which have been listed on this "traveler's review" page, there are still other stores in the "miscellaneous" category for you to enjoy on your visit. You'll find a variety of other shops, including merchandise for sports fans, auto enthusiasts, and more. To see the complete listing, please refer to the mall's official website (link at the end of this page.)





The Block at Orange -- Map and Directions

Photo: The Block at Orange decorates with funky signs...like the one in this picture! The Block at Orange address is---20 City Blvd. West
Orange, CA 92868

The Block at Orange phone number is 714/769-4000.

Shopping hours for The Block at Orange are as follows: Sundays through Thursdays, The Block opens at 10 am and closes at 9:30 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, The Block's opening time is at 10 am and its closing time is at 11 pm. Certain establishments, notably the restaurants, theater and Borders Book Store, choose to set their own, individual business hours of operation.



Directions to The Block at Orange: You can reach The Block at Orange via Interstate 5---take the Chapman Avenue exit in Orange, California and head west.

Or, from The Garden Grove Freeway (SR 22), take the exit for The City Drive; The Block at Orange sits just north of the freeway.

To get a clearer mental picture of how to find The Block at Orange, use the following link to find a map of the area surrounding The Block at Orange.

Block at Orange website: To discover still more information about this fun and lively Orange County outdoor mall...including current sales & community events going on at The Block...please use the following link to view the The Block at Orange official website.







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