Raise a glass \u2014 six new bar and lounge concepts will debut in Anaheim next year in the heart of a new entertainment development taking shape near the Honda Center.<\/p>\n
OCVIBE<\/a>, the 100-acre development currently under construction, recently announced its buzzy additions. The new bars and lounges will be housed inside\u00a0Katella Commons<\/a>, the district\u2019s 50,000-square-foot, two-story market hall set to open in early 2027.<\/p>\n 6 bars and lounges coming to \u2018Katella Commons’ in Anaheim in 2027<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what\u2019s coming, according to a press release:<\/p>\n Bar Bacchia: A \u201cmoody tasting bar\u201d that\u2019s set to feature curated wines and pop-up tasting events.<\/p>\n Vesper Lounge: A cocktail bar focused on gin, martinis, spritzes, and botanical spirits, \u201cshaped by Japanese and Scandinavian design.\u201d<\/p>\n Barrel Bar: Spritzes, classic cocktails, beer, wine, and small bites await at this modern European cafe-style spot.<\/p>\n Rea’s Ranch: This beer garden concept \u201cwith California desert character\u201d will feature draft beers, natural wines, and coffee service during the day. Fun fact: This spot\u2019s name is a nod to late 1800s Katella Avenue settler John Rea<\/a>, who named his Katella Ranch by combining the names of his two daughters, Kate and Ella Rea.<\/p>\n \u201cThe social heart of Katella Commons\u201d: This lush green, yet-to-be-named gathering space will offer cocktails and frozen drinks.<\/p>\n \u201cGlamour meets maximalism pavilion\u201d: This high-energy space \u2014 inspired by late \u201870s glam and early \u201880s \u201cmaximalism\u201d \u2014 will offer Instagram-worthy cocktails and a \u201clively, social atmosphere.\u201d<\/p>\n The bars and lounges will be designed to give patrons options depending on what kind of outing they\u2019re looking for, whether that\u2019s a quiet glass of wine or a more social experience.<\/p>\n Other features coming to Katella Commons<\/p>\n As previously announced, Katella Commons will also feature 21 food stalls and a culinary program led by seasoned Chef R\u00e9mi Lauvand<\/a>. Variety will be key here.<\/p>\n \u201cEverybody can find their little niche and be comfortable,\u201d said Lauvand.<\/p>\n Lauvand, who hails from France but now lives in Los Angeles, is known for his expertise on food science and deep knowledge of the hospitality industry.<\/p>\n “People today care deeply about how their food and drinks are made,” said Lauvand in a press release. “They want to understand ingredients, sourcing, and technique, and they’re excited to ask questions and try things themselves.”<\/p>\n To learn more about Katella Commons, check out this virtual tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n What is OCVIBE?<\/p>\n