I can't say enough good things about the Orange County Buddhist Temple. I came here looking for…read morepeace and found something even more meaningful -- a real community. Everyone here is welcoming, down-to-earth, and genuinely cares about helping one another grow. What makes this temple special is that it's not just about rituals or lectures -- it's about people. The temple creates a space where anyone, especially younger generations, can slow down, reconnect, and find balance in a busy world. Whether you're curious about Buddhism, exploring mindfulness, or just need a place that feels like home, this is it. The gatherings are warm and inclusive, the teachings are practical, and the energy is uplifting. I've met friends here who inspire me to live with more compassion, gratitude, and authenticity every day. If you've been looking for community, meaning, or simply a place where you can be yourself and feel supported -- come here. You'll walk away lighter, calmer, and more connected than you ever expected.

Located off Dale in Anaheim. I've been to this church many times for events from Basketball…read moretournaments to Obon festivals. Mainly for Obon festivals in the summer post Covid the Obon was one of the biggest events in So Cal the food, games, and Obon dancing were the highlights of the Obon and when it was ending they had a big cruise going on as many fixes up cars from imports to domestics were driving up and down the street and crowds gathering to watch that was the right way to show your cars not like how it is today with the so called takeovers. At these events all the drivers were mindful and respecting the law although it was shut down after an accident happened so as the Obon still is happening but the cruise not. Overall this is a very nice clean church.

Love all the monks here are very friendly. Love to go to all the festival celebrations. We…read morecelebrate autumn festival this weekend. Kids are happy. They give food for performer and volunteers then to public. We celebrated autumn festival here.

So I will be totally honest, we were driving by and saw this temple and decided since my son had…read moremissed going during the Lunar New Year, we decided to stop on by. From a temple perspective it was on the smaller side but it was quite nice. The grounds were clean and the staff was helpful and friendly. A super nice added touch was a volunteer hit the singing bowl everytime we bowed in prayer, even though we were the only ones praying at that time Timing is everything 6!!!!!! full busses stopped by while we were wrapping up so we avoided the crush. They also had a nice selection of vegetarian food available as well. There are multiple parking lots for this temple as well

Temple just renovated, and it one of the nicest temples I been to in Westminster Very modern and…read moreorganized. The temple itself exudes a sense of serenity and tranquility, with beautifully adorned statues and intricate architectural details. Upon entering, visitors are greeted with a profound sense of peace that immediately puts one at ease. Great place for worship, prayer, and meditation in a Buddhist atmosphere and space. Renovations improved the aesthetics and Buddhist services are offered.

After the funeral service at An Lac, we brought my uncle's spirit back to this temple to rest…read more Although this was only the second time I ever went to a Buddhist funeral service, the monks and nuns here did a very good job compare to other local temple. The space was also much bigger and they had the best vegetarian meal. We got 2 banquet tables reserved and were served heaps of delicious food that were as good if not better than traditional restaurants. I'm addicted to their egg rolls. We were also served bánh hỏi thịt quay chay, bánh bao vịt quay chay, rice vermicelli with hot pot chay, mì xào giòn chay, and a couple more dishes. They were all incredible. I'm still thinking about the food and wondering if it's sacrilege to reserve for regular party. If you come here for Buddhist related things, don't miss out on their food!

Look for the US flag, the Buddhist flag and the Vietnam flag hanging proudly at this temple if you…read moreare lost. Chua Da Bao or Da Bao Temple is quite the hidden gem. This temple is quaint and cozy, but the headmaster Thay Nhu Hai has a big heart. He is compassionate and caring with all who encounters him. My mom and I first met Thay Nhu Hai when he did the prayer at a family friend's funeral and also the weekly prayers and other traditional death-praying after: once a week for 7 weeks, 49 days, 100 days & deathiversaries. He is very helpful and informative with families who are less knowledgeable about these burial traditions and we like his style of praying. I also later found out that Thay Nhu Hai is friends with the Headmaster at Quang Thien Temple, Thay Minh Dung. I guess it's a small world when it comes to a minority community of Vietnamese Buddhist in southern California. So my mom and I come here a few times a year to visit this little temple and to have tea with Thay Nhu Hai. I appreciate the conversations he has with him because I feel like he provides a very deep and wise moral outlook on life. He is simple enough that even a non-Buddhist can understand and appreciate his profound wisdom. On a few of our visits, we have ran into a few of his other disciples from out of state who have sought out his temple during their visit to California. He clearly made an impression on their lives if they took the time to see him on their vacation. When my mom had her surgeries, Thay Nhu Hai heard about it somehow and he actually reached out to her to ask how she was doing and that he would pray for her quick recovery. I think that is so caring, especially since we aren't even his weekly Sunday disciples. Not to make it sound casual, but in the past I have actually called or texted him to pray for people for me. "Cau An" is praying for wellbeing for the living and "Cau Sieu" is praying for peace for the dead. Thay Nhu Hai is a very benevolent and compassionate individual. I would definitely take my mom to Da Bao Temple more often if it was closer to home, but we always come during New Years during our Temple-hopping routine and a few more times throughout the year. I always love the smaller temples because I feel like they care more.

Nice little temple constructed out of a small home. The monk there did me a favor and opened up for…read moreme to say prayer today. Usually they're only open on Sundays from what he said. I'm not quite sure if I understood him correctly. But it's a nice small place. The prayer area is in the back where the garage is.

Great place to pray and peace of mind. It's always my…read morefavourite Temple to visit, quite, beautiful Statues, and bring the happiness.

Amazing! This temple is so clean, very quiet, the statues are absolutely breathtaking! The bad…read morething is, is that the main temple inside is closed:(

The Quan Am Temple where I can learn the Budha bibles for how to control my anger, greed, Hatred,…read moredilution. Although the temple is not big enough, but all the Buddhists love to come and read the bible every night. we can learn how to meditate too. Please come and see how you understand the Budha Bibles. Kevin Pham.

I have been going here almost every night to listen to Thay doc Kinh Phap Hoa. The young monks and…read morenuns here read Kinh Phap Hoa every night (except 2 nights before Lay Sam Hoi on the 14 and the 29 or 30th, Vietnamese Day of every month) from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. They read Kinh Dieu Phap Lieu Hoa in a good speed where I can still follow. I don't read or write Vietnamese, it's a good speed to learn to read along. I've been to other temples and they read really really fast, but this temple speed is perfect for me. Each Month they also have Lay Sam Hoi twice a month, also at a really really speed too. I love the peaceful environment the monks, nuns, and the people here offer. It's a small crowd, ~10 to 15 people each night, but the environment is very peaceful and relaxing. People come, sit, read Kinh, then go home. This Wednesday, November 9, 2011 (which is the 14th Vietnamese date) is the Lay Sam Hoi Day.

I came here a few times when I was younger and I always passed by this temple almost everyday of my…read morelife. If you live in the area and you're a Buddhist. This is an amazing place to go to. However during Lunar new years, they don't held celebrations here. I wonder why?

I have been visiting the Hu Kuo temple for over 8 years now. I used to visit the Hsi Lai temple in…read moreHacienda Heights, but it became too commercialized. I would be praying and turn around and see a large bus tour of visitors looking at me. Not very peaceful at all. I am happy they have visitors exploring the temple and learning Buddhism, but it was too distracting for me. I have also visited other temples in Orange County and San Diego and felt most at home at Hu Kuo Temple. It is a more intimate setting and I have come to personally know a few of the Monks and Parishioners. The main shrine has chantings I believe every 2nd and 3rd Saturday. They also have special ceremonies to celebrate Holidays and camps for the younger visitors. Everybody at the temple is welcoming and friendly. If are looking for a peaceful place to pray or interested in learning about Buddhism, I would recommend a visit.

I'm writing this review for my father-in-law:…read more Nhan dip ve Viet Nam, mang hai hu Tro Cot Ong & Ba nhac, sang USA Duoc Su gioi thieu cua Anh Thach Hoang, Suoi-Tien, de tam Trong Chua Khanh Hy cho Ngay Ha-Tho Vo Chong chung Toi rat lay lam ngac Nhien, Qui Thay, Su Co va cac Anh chi em Phat Tu, cho don chung Toi va lam le cau nguyen cho huong hon Ong & Ba.Chung Toi nghi la chi lam mam com chay don so , de thinh Ong Ba vao chua o tam, hon nua Chua dang trong thoi gian xay Sua lai,vi nhien rat la ban va chat hep Nhung Qui Thay, Su co, cung Cac Anh Em Phat Tu, rat la vui ve, niem no, I'm don tiep, dung la mot ngoi chua cua Duc phat Chung Toi rat chan thanh cam on Vo Chong, Lien & Lieu

Khanh Hy is a small temple not far from Little Saigon, opened in 2008, currently has hundreds of…read moreBuddhists and a group of loving followers, attached to the sincerity of Buddhists. The Tet decorations here are beautiful and fun. I see that every year on holidays this temple has a music program for entertainment. The temple also sells vegetarian food. Because it is a small temple, there is no private parking lot, so I just park along the street.

Beautiful temple, first time visiting here and felt a great energy and vibration. I was lucky…read moreenough to walk into the main temple, and the monk played the gong for us. Can't recommend in this place. It's huge and way bigger than I thought it would be with many beautiful things to look at and give offerings too.

Beautiful temple in Santa Ana and the atmosphere gives feelings of calmness and peace. The prayer…read moreroom is spacious with plenty of seating. I have attended the Sunday services and would recommend. The beautiful garden and temple is aesthetically pleasing to the mind and senses. Nam Mô A Di Đà Phật

Very relaxing and peaceful zen monastery. Nuns here are very friendly and most of them speak…read moreEnglish...