If you live in or like to hang out in Orange County, California, you know that the best places to party can be hard to find – and harder to get into! From enormous Buddhas to live shark tanks, check out the hottest clubs for dancing, drinking and more.
Sutra Lounge
1870 Harbor Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA
Phone: (949) 722-7103
Sutra is by far one of the hottest spots in Orange County! The line is long, and the drinks are pricey, but the atmosphere and ritzy clientele make it a great place to go. An enormous Buddha oversees all the happenings at Sutra. The menu features such exotic selections as shrimp lollipops and black chocolate goddess cake. VIP nooks and hot DJs are added bonuses at this oh-so-trendy club. It’s also located near the popular Club Vegas (see below), making it a great stop on a night of bar-hopping.
Shark Club
841 Baker Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Phone: (714) 751-6428
Website: http://sharkclub.com/
When it comes to exotic décor, few things are more exotic than a 2,000 gallon shark tank centerpiece! Add to that two large fireplaces, seven mahogany pool tables, an outdoor smoking lounge with fireplace and two dance floors, and you’ve got a great setting for any hot night out. Their menu runs the gamut, from steaks and burgers to appetizers and tasty mixed drinks. So eat, drink and dance while enjoying the exotic view of the namesake shark tank.
Club Vegas
1901 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA
Phone: (949) 548-9500
Club Vegas is known as a great place to dance, with spacious dance floors and great music! Though it may be a little less trendy than some other clubs (like Sutra), you’ll pay less and get a lot less attitude from bouncers and bartenders than you might elsewhere. Stardust, an 80s club, is located inside of Club Vegas – one cover gets you into both clubs. So, if you just want to drink, dance and have a good time, Club Vegas seems like a great pick.
Hurricane’s Bar & Grill
200 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA
Phone: (714) 374-0500
Website: http://www.hurricanesbargrill.com/index.htm
This is one of the best places to go for dancing in Huntington Beach! Every Friday they host Club Cane’s Dance Party. There’s a different theme every night of the week, such as Twisted Tuezdays and Thursdate Night. They also offer live music performances to shake things up a bit. It’s a good place to grab a bite before or during your night out, with a Caribbean-inspired menu consisting of African, French and Spanish influences.
Tentation Ultra Lounge
4647 MacArthur Boulevard
Newport Beach, CA
Phone: (949) 660-1010
The highlight of this trendy clubs décor is a 48-foot-tall waterfall! The latest hip-hop beats lure guests onto the dance floor, while colorful furniture is great for taking a breather with a cool drink. Nine VIP booths and an outdoor cigar patio add a little something extra to this lounge. Don’t forget to bring cash and dress to the nines – if you want to get in, you’ll need $20.00 and a smooth look.
