Restaurants in Laguna Beach

“Very well managed and great food.”

“Overall, it was a great experience. The highlight was the scallop appetizer, glazed carrots side dish and the lemon style sorbet dessert. I would not recommend the s'mores dessert as it was gelatinous. The waiter described it as an explosion of flavor, but I did not find that to be the case. The drinks were delicious, especially the seasonal one with blackberry and cinnamon and lemon.  I had the Wagyu skirt steak and was not as blown away as I expected to be. It is a Michelin recommended restaurant so I was hoping for a bit more, yet still enjoyed the experience immensely. ”

“So much fun! Came here for my birthday and they did everything right- food, ambiance, staff, etc”

“We had another fantastic night at Wine Gallery. The food was amazing, just loved the Coq Au Vin and the Scallops. We also got to do a wine tasting with Hartford Court Wines with the owner on site to talk about the winery. Couldn't have been a better evening. Great food and wine, and as always wonderful service from everyone on Chris' team.”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Great breakfast burrito! Simple, friendly cafe that has been here as long as I can remember!”

“I have been here to visit Shark Bay for many years.The service is always fast, this is my favorite Acai berry shop.”

“We have been there many times and love it! One of the best sushi restaurants I know! I prefer sashimi and the presentation is beautiful and mouthwatering!”

“great NY vibe with good food”

“Each dish is spectacular. Love the calamari ….can be an appetizer to share or eat on your own with a salad. 230:Forest Avenue never disappoints!!!”

“Had a great meal and wine with friends. We did have to ask for olive oil and vinegar after they brought us the wonderful rosemary bread, but hey, no biggie. Otherwise, service was great!!”

“I use to go to RH with my family in the 70's. Atmosphere always transported us to Hawaii. They were famous for BB ribs, drinks, unique salad (with mayo dressing) and even served a bowl of crudite' with celery, salami, etc. every meal. I didn't like the modern re model, however, NOW THIS RE BUILD iS so cool! Just like the 1970's but better!! Dim lit and Hawaiian music set the mood. I was really anxious to try the ribs again. The service was GREAT appetizer excellent but, ribs, BAD! They were not edible. Hard and chewy, like beef jerky. I was so disappointed and all of our party ordered and received the same. I may try again but won't order ribs!!!”

“One of the best Mexican restaurant I’ve been to. Food was pretty amazing and great beer!! I will def go back. 🤤😁”

“Great food/drink. Nice patio.”

“We discovered this place when visiting Laguna in February…. So glad we did! Love the owners and what they represent. Loved so much we purchased a monthly subscription so we can enjoy their amazing coffee all the way in Alabama!”

“Very good modern Vietnamese food at reasonable prices just across the street from the beach.”

“This place is such a gem. I seriously loved it!! The pizza was so delicious with the perfect thin crust with a blistered and crunchy crust. Bonus points for the gelato and their awesome drink selection (canned + bottled options, and even mimosas). We had an amazing meal here!”

“The atmosphere is very peaceful here. I love the food here 😋. Ive tried at least half the menu 🙃. Food is cooked when ordered so everything is always super steamy hot when it arrives to the table. Portions are very generous and very inexpensive.”

“My daily simple lunch for remote work offers many options for a pescatarian/vegetarian. Clean, organic, and delicious!!! 🙌🏾👏🏾👍🏾”

“excellent food atmophere and service!”

“Good food, good prices, friendly staff, great view from upstairs.”

“If you want a unique dining experience this is the place to go. The wait staff and servers they were all on point very attentive I never had to look around to look for anyone if I raised my head somebody was right at my table to find out what I needed or how they could serve me. Awesome awesome experience wonderful food. I will be back!”

“Had a wonderful dinner with my family, including 19 month old daughter. The restaurant was super accomodating with the baby and the food was incredible. We had the rotisserie chicken, I always say if the chicken at a restaurant is good then they know what they're doing. The filet was great too, all the sides and even the seared salmon from the kids menu was cooked to perfection. Salmon skin perfectly cooked with a solid crisp and was not overcooked, really easy to overcook salmon. Wine list was fantastic. Pretty extensive between old and new world. We had the Goldeneye Pinot Noir; a favorite...thanks for a great dinner.”

“I enjoyed the smoked spare ribs and the spicy stir fried prawns with veg Dessert was great too”

“Really quaint little bar in a historic building. I would go there just for the vibes. Very small and mostly standing room. Might not be my favorite on a busy night. The bartenders were super friendly!”

“Great place with delicious, high-quality coffee and super friendly staff. We ordered iced lattes and loved them! The interior has a clean, stylish loft-inspired design that makes the space feel cozy and modern. Definitely recommend!❤️”

“Excellent food and good service.”

“Every time we come to Laguna we stay at the Casa Del Camino. Rooftop is our first stop always 🥂”

“I really love this place. It’s a great place to pick up a warm coffee and walk the beach right across the street. It’s a little bitty space, but they make great coffee.”

“The iced chai, churro latte (hot or cold) and their bagels are to die for. I live out of state but cannot wait to go back when I’m in So Cal! Employees are so nice too - seems as though they are very happy working there:)”

“Their Omakase is one of the best.”

“Delicious 🥰familiale belle vague 🌊 beach 🏝️☀️”

“🔥 Must-Visit Cozy Sushi Spot

Loved the cozy atmosphere—perfect for a chilly night! The sushi is top-notch with generous, thick cuts of fresh, soft fish. Service was lightning fast; hot dishes (like the delicious sizzling black cod) arrived with the sushi. The only slight miss was the A5 Wagyu, which was chewy despite its great umami seasoning. Overall: Excellent food, great service, and highly recommended!”

“Súper recomendado muy sabroso 😋 y muy amables todos 💕🙏”

“The Lumberyard located in beautiful downtown Laguna Beach is a great place to have lunch or dinner. There is a new $16 lunch menu and I decided to try the fish tacos. There was a choice between salmon or halibut for the tacos which included shredded cabbage with a pink cream sauce and a side of black bean and corn salad. I chose the halibut for my taco and it was cooked perfectly. It was a generous portion of fish in each of the tacos so it could easily be split with a friend. The service was excellent. Our orders were taken within about five minutes of sitting down and the food came out quickly after we ordered. I would recommend the Lumberyard if you are visiting Laguna Beach. You will need to have reservations during the Art Festivals or when there is a play at the Playhouse.”

“When you taste them, you'll know he qualities they possess that you can't resist”

“The best restaurant with mussels in South Cali. Highly recommend!”

“We live right up the canyon and had never visited. Highly recommend!! Great food, reasonable prices, our waitress, Cassidy was so great! She was efficient with everything and just had the nicest personality. We will be back!!!”

“restaurant worth together🥰🥰”

“Been coming here for almost 10 years! It is the best shawerma spot in town. So delicious with great service always! Thank you so much for all the delicious food.”

“The food was excellent! I will definitely return.”

“Our server, Alfredo did an outstanding job recommending several dishes including banana stuffed French toast and the mushroom toast. He was professional and made us feel welcome.”

“The staff at Harvest went above and beyond especially our server Wiassiam and Adam (not sure what position). Our family went for my wife and I anniversary, we were greeted at our table with a hand written happy anniversary card and complementary desert. The food was great especially the pork chop and crispy octopus. Before leaving Adam came over the table to chat with the family and gave our son a Harvest stuffed animal (Deer with Harvest scarf). Overall great experience. We will be returning for sure.”

“The atmosphere is a wonderful and relaxing change from the high tech look of too many restaurants today. It's softly lit and comforting. The food is excellent. The branzino was cooked perfectly, the side dish of french lentils was a treat and the apple pie delicious. It's a treasure.”

“Great food Great atmosphere”

“Great Italian Ice cream, good service and fun place for all ages!”

“It was my first time there. Lovely staff and wonderful food”

“Dolce Gelato is by far the BEST Gelato! Both the vegan and non-vegan options are uniquely crafted and simply scrumptious.”

“I ordered a grinder and my husband got a classic sub. I thought I was going to love mine with the extra flaky bread but it wasn’t warm (which is what I assumed it would be) and the cream cheese wasn’t the vibe. I tried my husband's and the oil, vinegar, mayo, and mustard combo was tastier. I’ll be back but I think I’ll get a classic sub versus the cream cheese/ grinder one!! All in all, these Sammie’s slap after hitting the beach.”

“Traditional style. A great hang.”

“We got to visit during their 30th Aniversary. The owner was incredibly sweet! We tried their donuts and croissants and they really good! It was such a inviting atmosphere! Highly recommend.”

“We came for dinner on Sunday night and got seats at the sushi bar. Chef took our order and promptly rolled the sushi in front of us. He said he is from Northern Japan, and a pro at rolling and chopping the good stuff. We'll be back! 🍣”

“Beautiful spot to sit down and have lunch. Everything is made in house, fresh and delicious. Pesto chicken sandwich was fire 🔥 Would definitely return the next time in the area.”

“Good Food! Good service. 👍”

“Love Neapolitan! Great service. Terrific selection. Our pizza was so tasty - crust and light sauce Yum! The Caprese Buratta was fresh and creamy. Fabulous, decadent dessert options. Very nice wine and beer list. Will return. Definitely recommend.”

“The best food in Laguna Beach.”

“Sweet local spot and amazing jalapeño poppers”

“I'm an LCAD student and this is my go-to emergency lunch spot between classes! The food is delicious, affordable, and made very quickly, so I can get it in my lunch break. I highly recommend La Sirena to students, tourists, and residents!!”

“GREAT food! Some of the best ramen I've had.
Vegetarian and vegan options - if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions definitely let them know when you're ordering so they can accommodate. One of the included ramen toppings is narutomaki (fish cake) even if you get the vegetarian/vegan broth; so if you tell them what you can/can't have when you order they can relay it to the kitchen :) . The service is great and everyone is friendly and happy to help! It's a busy, cute, place but the bar seating is comfortable and they are quick to get you taken care of.
Shoutout to their yummy matcha ice cream cone as well <3”

“Great food, especially for the price in Laguna.

This Finneys location is particularly enjoyable, being one of the only 'watering holes' in Laguna, comprised of 30% locals every night.

They have great bar tenders overall, however there is high turnover. You'll be lucky if Kelsie is at the bar to serve you. The group of locals that rack it up 6-7 days a week were extremely disappointed to learn that she is temporarily only working 1 day per week. She contributed greatly to building the community here and its unfortunate that I won't be seeing as many locals as a result.”

“Delicious menu and excellent staff! I’ve visited this Rye Goods location a few times and can’t say anything negative. The coffee is fantastic—which is hard to find in this area. My favorite menu item is the “Seasonal Fruit Ricotta Toast,” always prepared to perfection. Definitely worth a visit!”

“Great view, amazing employees, and awesome vanilla latte. I highly recommend. Great vibe!”

“Great food and awesome service! Perfect place for brunch 😋”

“I happened upon this coffee shop while looking for breakfast and was very impressed. Friendly and helpful staff, avocado and bacon on toast was very delicious, and excellent coffee, of course.”

“The breakfast at Z pizza is surprising great. The food is very healthy, presented beautifully. It’s a unique experience. And the coffee is very good”

“Now 237! Love the Karaoke on Tuesday with Eammon and Peggie as well as the Drag Show on Wednesday hosted by the incredible Nomi B. Low! Drink and food specials are 🔥 😋”

“The food is very tasty, good presentation! delicious 😋”

“Wow. Fantastic. Having been to Thailand two times, traveling from Batong to Bangkok to Chiang Mai, the food at Thai Bros is as authentic as anything thing we have found stateside.
We traveled from Los Angeles to try this.
We had Green Curry, Thai Beef Salad, Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, Summer Rolls and Tom Yum. All excellent. The food was made fresh. Nothing had been pre-made. Spicy, crunchy, tangy and a little sweet. Classic Thai spice but not overwhelming.
It's hard to find fresh prepared Asian - this place is it.
Enjoy!!!!”

“This wonderful little restaurant is the gem of South Laguna. if you're in the area, you owe it to yourself to stop by and try it out! The food is delicious and they offer a wide variety of dishes. I've been going there with my wife for over 20 years and never once had a bad meal. Papa's is also one of the best take outs in Laguna Beach”

“Can’t go wrong with Shirley’s! Order ahead online or call and beat the line!”

“This place is tasty. Very sugary sweet treats, but yummy. We ordered one bar and one soft serve type, but the soft serve is a way better base. The girls working the ice cream shop were young, but attentive. But, they had no AC in the shop which was really brutal with our hot summer. I asked one of the girls about the heat and she said the AC broke. But, you're in Laguna Beach, charging top dollar, have a busy flow of people non-stop and have ice cream and workers that need to be supported with cooler conditions. I hope the owners chopse to address the cooling conditions.”

“My granddaughter said it was fantastic! She got 6 different flavors and wow she stated they all was delicious....”

“Love finding Basque-inspired cuisine in my home town 🙏 Unrelated but Why no Open Table points earned for this rezzi? I feel like this has happened before 🤔”

“Never miss a stop at Zinc when I’m in the area. Can always find something I love to eat, no matter what I’m in the mood for.”

“Clean and fast with plenty of out door seating. By from some of the best pizza I’ve had. If we’re ever in Laguna again I’ll be sure to stop!”

“we are visiting and just happened upon this little spot for a quick lunch. the service is top notch and the burgers are amazing!”

“Great little place in Laguna Beach! If you get the chance, check it out. Have the acai!”

“Great food in a great location. Would definitely go back.”

“Quaint spot with delicious poke bowls. Veryy fresh ingredients and fish, sooo many yummy topping options, good service. I would be here every week if I lived here ?”

“Friendly staff makes delicious latte, cappuccino, and coffee using good quality coffee beans. Atmosphere? One of the places that incorporates the beauty of Laguna Beach: unobstructed windows with ocean views and sun light.”

“I love Jans and have been coming for years. Great for vegan, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, and typical healthy meals, smoothies, and bowls. I always get a kale wrap, an acai bowl or green smoothie. Super reliable and awesome staff!”

“Food was delicious and service was fast. Only outdoor seating and walk up window to order. Perfect spot to grab a bite before the pageant of the masters about 10 minute walk from there! Steak Street Tacos beans and rice were excellent. A little disappointed they had run out of the jerk chicken. We will have to go back to try it!”

“Always past this spot when visiting Laguna Beach. Driving for over 5 hours I was craving for a burger. Bouncer was cool and a vibe so we knew it was going down inside. Juanita was busy but took time to let us know we can sit anywhere. Immediately after we sat down Juanita smiling and making sure the table was clean and even pulled chairs over so we can have the room we need. U wanted Don Julio repasado. Only had 1942. Lowkey wish they had other Don options and more tequila options in general, very limited. However ordered Casamigos with soda water and 2 splashes of pineapple juice. Both drinks was made to perfection. Typically my order is pretty straightforward but often get too much soda water or to little pineapple juice. This was just what I needed. Ordered Irishman burger, onion rings, and extra plate. Food came out and Juanita executed with burger and fries split. Food was great, atmosphere had great energy with smiles ,laughter and a live band. Even got graced with Santa. Definitely will be back.”

“I ordered the Moulin Salad - chicken and pesto- excellent!”

“Convenient location on PCH across the street from the main beach restrooms and within walking distance of Heisler Park . Easy breezy if you need a quick hot or chilled drink in a prime location.”

“Hi I love it miss this place so much good dancing”

“Can you. Not feature. Marwuetitad. Eithoutbbthem nitvan excellent. Nice. Clean. Family restaurant with excellent food bb
Uniquely refreshing and excellent.

Stay. NICE. Please 🥺
Skip. The alcohol. W/ o. Marwuetitas. ?!”

“They have wristband tech. for wine/beer.”

“Jersey Mike's never fails me. I love walking into the BHC store and being welcomed by the friendly staff! They're always fast and very nice. My usual are #10, #8, #9, and, of course, the #26. They make my sandwiches and have me on the road in no time. Gar and Kabrin are rockstars!!!”

“just love this hole in the wall. Its the best”

“The atmosphere is a wonderful and relaxing change from the high tech look of too many restaurants today. It's softly lit and comforting. The food is excellent. The branzino was cooked perfectly, the side dish of french lentils was a treat and the apple pie delicious. It's a treasure.”

“Very long wait times. Terrible customer service and overall, one of the worst dining experiences I’ve ever had in my life. The waiter messed up our order and argued with my wife about how he did not mess up the order and continued to argue with my wife, which further upset me and my parents. I asked the waiter to leave and requested to speak with the manager. I had explained everything to the manager and told the manager that because the food came out wrong and the waiter argued with my wife, that it was time to go because the waiter ruined our meal and our experience. After paying for 3 meals that we did not eat, the restaurant manager was extremely rude, told us to leave, and to never come back. We left very angry and upset. This restaurant ruined our entire afternoon. I do not recommend this restaurant because of the terrible customer service. If you make a mistake, own it, and make it right. Not the case here, they just want your money and send you on your way as fast as possible. If you’re looking for a nice dining experience there are far better options than this place.”

“Had the best soft serve yogurt! Fresh and plentiful on a delicious chocolate dipped waffle cone. Service was excellent. Employees were happy and paid careful attention to our varied requests. Can’t wait to go back!”

“One of our regular stops in Edmonds, great food and great drinks. Shout out to Paolo for great service as well.”

“I have been going to this hotel since the 1980s. It’s the best. My husband and I spent three new years eves there. We usually stay a week. Love it. I’ll be so happy when the rooms are available again. I can hardly wait. Love everything about it. The food is delicious. The patio is very enjoyable. And just a few steps to the beach. Love it. Thank you. I’m. Beverly. Anderson.”

“Great spot! View and food were great!!”

“I made dinner reservations for the 2 of us for 4:30 to surprise my husband with a rooftop sunset dinner date and when we arrived on time to check-in , we were told there's at least a 45 minute wait despite several tables being open & we were told that those tables were being held for others with reservations . We were then seated inside a room with no ambiance no view and a large party setting was being prepared. This was a total disappointment, we travelled by Uber for an hour to get there, a venue we have been talking about checking out the surprise was ruined and the hostess at Mozambique really didn't seem to care. This place looks cool & they have some great upcoming events we like to give places a second chance so we will go back.”

“Our server, Alfredo did an outstanding job recommending several dishes including banana stuffed French toast and the mushroom toast. He was professional and made us feel welcome.”

“Every first Friday in December, Laguna Beach celebrates Hospitality Night in the downtown LB village along Forest Avenue. We were there with thousands of others boisterously dancing & singing to music provided by talented local bands. We had reservations for our birthday party of twelve at 5:00. Kudos to Alessa for: Jolly smiling hostesses who assured us our table would be ready on time [even though the restaurant was full at 4:45 when we checked in] and it was! After being seated, the restaurant staff unknowingly put on an amazing synchronized service ballet at no extra charge. I was enthralled watching the bussers, food runners, servers, and managers deftly dance their way through the milling crowds on the sidewalk and around the tables tightly packed outside in the tented area without a single misstep/mishap. I gave an extra tip to the gentleman who served us for his incredible tray expertise carrying a dozen drinks and placing them gently in front of us [he remembered every order without asking] never spilling a drop! The "back of the house" wasn't visible to me, but I bet they're equally fantastic since they were probably crushed by the number of dishes to be prepared [and cleaned up afterwards]. The welcoming complementary [in-house baked] endless focaccia bread with a tasty parsley/basil pesto was a classy way to start our meal. Our orders weren't delayed and were served deliciously steaming hot. They even baked the scrumptious crispy prosciutto pizza to well done just as I ordered. Everyone in our party thoroughly enjoyed the appetizers and various pasta dishes which ended up being passed around the table for everyone to taste. Thank you Alessa for providing entertainment, eats, & drinks with skills and smiles.”

“The staff at Harvest went above and beyond especially our server Wiassiam and Adam (not sure what position). Our family went for my wife and I anniversary, we were greeted at our table with a hand written happy anniversary card and complementary desert. The food was great especially the pork chop and crispy octopus. Before leaving Adam came over the table to chat with the family and gave our son a Harvest stuffed animal (Deer with Harvest scarf). Overall great experience. We will be returning for sure.”

“Very long wait times. Terrible customer service and overall, one of the worst dining experiences I’ve ever had in my life. The waiter messed up our order and argued with my wife about how he did not mess up the order and continued to argue with my wife, which further upset me and my parents. I asked the waiter to leave and requested to speak with the manager. I had explained everything to the manager and told the manager that because the food came out wrong and the waiter argued with my wife, that it was time to go because the waiter ruined our meal and our experience. After paying for 3 meals that we did not eat, the restaurant manager was extremely rude, told us to leave, and to never come back. We left very angry and upset. This restaurant ruined our entire afternoon. I do not recommend this restaurant because of the terrible customer service. If you make a mistake, own it, and make it right. Not the case here, they just want your money and send you on your way as fast as possible. If you’re looking for a nice dining experience there are far better options than this place.”

“Best breakfast’s place in town Nice terrace Food is good with a lot of choices”

“Excellent food and good service.”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Love, Love, Love ! ........”

“Great Italian Ice cream, good service and fun place for all ages!”

“The food and environment is wonderful, don’t miss it! We will be back!”

“The atmosphere is a wonderful and relaxing change from the high tech look of too many restaurants today. It's softly lit and comforting. The food is excellent. The branzino was cooked perfectly, the side dish of french lentils was a treat and the apple pie delicious. It's a treasure.”

“This Better Buzz is super friendly, Bat and Jackie made you feel welcome and made us laugh. I have been to other locations and they are nice and professional but Laguna Beach is definitely a place I would come back again.”

“Great coffee and breakfast croissants.. enjoyed on their patio 💕”

“Studio at Montage was absolutely breathtaking. From the moment you arrive, the entrance and the walk in are framed by sweeping ocean views and palm trees that instantly set a serene, elevated tone. The entire experience was exceptional, and the food was stellar. I had the steel fish, and the lamp chops were unbelievably delicious—truly unforgettable. An all-around 10/10, and I look forward to returning again soon.”

“We reserved a table on Valentines Day and they were able to get us in earlier than our reservation. The server and service was outstanding. Constantly checking in on us (server, manager, bus boy). The food was delicious. We got the Bianca pizza, the pesto pasta, and the whipped ricotta starter. So amazing! We will be coming back!! We want to sit out on the patio next time, is looks adorable. The inside ambiance is also very cool and inviting. 10/10! Love!”