If there are two things California does well, they would be food and fun, and the options are diverse and endless for each. Even better, there are some options where you can have both. If you are going out for a meal, why not combine it with exciting activities and entertainment? From interactive shows to relaxing gardens, get ready to enjoy mealtime like never before with these fun restaurant experiences in Southern California.

1. Restaurant 917

Book a meal at Restaurant 917, located on the second floor of the Porsche Experience Center, and enjoy world-class fine dining with fantastic views of the Porsche driver development track.

Far from just an innovative restaurant, you can fulfill your dream of driving a Porsche, shop for Porsche merchandise or plan your next big event for up to 500 guests with the Center as an unforgettable backdrop.

2. Hansei

Find yourself in a soothing Japanese garden oasis at Hansei, a concept restaurant presented by the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center.

Enjoy a contemporary three-part meal that moves throughout the culinary center and garden. “Hansei” means self-reflection, and you will find yourself forgetting that you are in the middle of the city during this innovative dining experience.

3. Mo's House of Axe

Come on in for incredible comfort food, a creative full bar, and 20 lanes for axe throwing. Reserve a lane with a group of friends, order an unforgettable meal, and learn how to skillfully throw an axe.

What better way to shake off a crazy work week? An eclectic mix of Southern, Central American, and Asian cuisine, on top of amazing Happy Hour and Brunch offerings, guarantee that your experience at Mo’s House of Axe will be anything but ordinary, whether you throw an axe or not.

4. El Cid

From the outside, El Cid looks a bit like a door frame left over from a former restaurant, but step through it and down the stairs for an exciting evening of food and entertainment.

This neighborhood landmark celebrates Spanish Flamenco entertainment, as well as live music, dancing, and other theatrical performances.

5. Pirate's Dinner Adventure

Notice the name of this place is Pirate’s Dinner Adventure, not "Pirate’s Dinner Show." That’s right, get ready for a truly interactive adventure as you dine.

There is plenty of action to see, but also a lot of audience participation, so you and your family just might become part of the adventure.

6. Saddle Ranch Chop House

Not only will you feel like you are walking into an Old West saloon (with a little ski lodge mixed in for kicks) but Saddle Ranch Chop House gives you more than just a fun and delicious menu.

Test your endurance on the mechanical bull, watch a game on one of the many big-screen TVs, or head outside to roast some s’mores around one of the stone fire pits on the patio.

7. Tomoko Spa

Wait, why is a spa listed with a bunch of restaurants? Because Tomako is both, and after your experience here, you will wonder why more places have not embraced this concept.

Start your relaxing evening with tea, chocolates, and coconut jelly. Next, a foot soak and detoxifying Ofuro bath is followed by an 80-minute massage treatment. Lastly, you will don your kimono while feasting on fresh sushi, mochi and green tea from Sugarfish.

8. Waypoint Cafe

The unique Waypoint Cafe serves up breakfast and lunch to pilots and passengers, as well as locals, at the Camarillo airport.

Enjoy up-close views of small planes and helicopters taking off and landing on the runway while you enjoy generous portions of delicious American classics, from banana walnut pancakes and French toast to mouth-watering burgers and shakes.

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