Southern California restaurateurs Tim and Liza Goodell are on a roll - following the success of their LA spot Dakota, they chose the Gaslamp District for the second iteration of their Red Pearl Kitchen. Red Pearl is a dark… Read more

The classic style and past glamour of Catalina is continually returning to Avalon, creating what the island calls “the new Catalina Island.” With the renovations of the Pavillion Hotel and Descanso Beach, as… Read more

This family-owned spot has been in business since 1983, and with a commitment to only the freshest seafood, it’s become a mainstay in Avalon. If the weather is good, don’t miss the sizeable deck overlooking the… Read more

Vegetarians rejoice: Coney Island West has one killer veggie burger. It’s not always easy finding vegetarian options on an island, yet most establishments are riding the wave and offering a variety of dining options.… Read more

It’s hard not to get hyped before eating dinner at the Catalina Country Club, even for non-sports fans. A little background: William Wrigley, of chewing gum riches, bought Catalina Island in the late 1920s and made… Read more

The Shade Hotel is home to the zinc lounge, a stylish collection of low-slung wooden settees and a soaring outdoor patio. The distinctive menu features mostly small plates, some of which are seriously substantive. For example,… Read more