The Swinging Door is a restaurant, bar and club all rolled into one. This establishment is known for its glamorous bartenders, to the point where the website lists for you which date you can come to see a specific bartender. You can also purchase a calendar featuring the bartenders. Grab a bite to eat at The Swinging Door and chat up a pretty bartender. While you're there, you can enjoy contemporary music and dancing as well.
The Swinging Door
355 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 832-5214
www.theswingingdoor.com
One of the most well-known comedy clubs in the world, the Improv offers both nighttime comedy shows and restaurant food. Each weekend has specific headliner comedy acts such as George Lopez, Alex Reymundo and Mark Curry. Many of the acts performing at the Improv are recognizable from the Comedy Central channel or other television comedy shows. During the week, the Improv features a comedy act nearly every night. To attend a show, you must purchase tickets in advance.
Improv Comedy Club
71 Fortune Drive # 841
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 854-5455
www.irvineimprov.com
If you're looking for gentlemen's entertainment, Captain's Cabaret is for you. Captain's Cabaret features more than 100 dancers in its repertoire, new flat screen HDTVs and a bar stocked with top shelf liquor. This gentlemen's club features a DJ in-house that takes your requests and several eating establishments nearby.
Captain's Cabaret
23642 Rockfield Blvd.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 951-8617
www.captainscabaret.com
Bounce is a unique nightclub that caters to plus-sized patrons and those that prefer larger people. Open on Friday and Saturday nights, Bounce aims to spread the message of size acceptance in a fun environment. The music at Bounce is varied, featuring hip-hop, pop and nearly everything in between.
Bounce
6285 E. PCH
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562) 243-5758
www.clubbounce.net
What sets the Shark Club apart from other clubs is its namesake. This club features a 2000-gallon shark tank inside. Come to the club to watch the sharks, or play a game of billiards at one of the many tables. You can also get some food at Shark Club, or enjoy a night of dancing on weekends.
Shark Club
841 Baker St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: (714) 751-6428
www.sharkclub.com
Located near Captain's Cabaret, Gypsy Lounge is a go-to place if you're looking for a more relaxed setting with live music. Most of the bands that come through are rock- or blues-oriented. Enjoy a few drinks and listen to some acoustic performances on Tuesday nights, or visit on weekends for an ever-changing lineup of musicians.
Gypsy Lounge
23600 Rockfield #3A
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 206-9990
www.thegypsylounge.com