@therobburgessshow Will you have a rental car? I so, you'll find Little Saigon nearby where you can do Vietnamese cuisine. I'd recommend driving south a bit and exploring Balboa Island and a bit farther south to Laguna Beach. You'll find lots of artisans and small stores selling interesting stuff. Back in the day these were hippie/artisan enclaves like Topanga Canyon and that influence continues. But I'd recommend just looking, people-watching, and keeping your wallet in your pocket unless you enjoy spending lots of money.

On the other hand, I don't know if that's your thing. Haha.