Los Rios Historic District

Over a year ago I did a post on Los Rios but when I began showcasing some of my favorite places in Orange County, I just had to do another one.  The Los Rios Historic District is one of my absolute favorite places in Orange County.  It is really just a simple road, made up of extremely old homes that have been turned into small cafes and shops.  I can spend hours there enjoying a cup of coffee at Hidden House Coffee (hands down my favorite coffee), enjoying brunch at the Ramos House (there is not a better brunch) or simply perusing all the little shops and boutiques.  When the kids are with me it is mandatory that we visit the petting zoo and play at the park.  With how hectic life can get, a stroll around Los Rios provides the perfect calm.  

Also, I pulled together one of my favorite looks for Fall over at My Thirty Spot.  Come visit!

Los Rios

When most people think of Orange County, they tend to think beaches and great weather.  I agree that our beach cities are pretty incredible, but there are also some little nooks around Orange County that many tourists never tend to see but if you are a local, you cannot stay away.  One of these areas is Old San Juan Capistrano (I am sure you have heard of it, thanks to the Mission) and the Los Rios Street historical district.  Restaurants, coffee houses and shops sit among old homes that you would never know existed if you didn't look for them, which also are some of the best in Orange County.  I spent two days down here last week and had to take pictures to share.  My photos do not do it justice but it is nice to see parts of Orange County that are not "So Orange County".