The Wharf

237 Ocean Ave, Laguna Beach
(949) 497-3381

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Mark Chaput

Came here from Vegas for a wedding. Bartender was outstanding and food was what it was advertised. Not amazing, but still very good. Had a great time!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Farhad Sharifi

Went to watch a USC game here, took over an hour for a server to come by, tried going to the bar, got ignored by the bearded midget working the bar. Once we finally got some food it was cold and taste bland, and it took forever to come out. The vibe was also weird, steer clear of this

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

A.J. Molineri

The calamari was delicious, and my drink was quite tasty. The lettuce wraps were also good and flavorful. That's about all the compliments I can give, though. Our server was slow, busy chatting with the bartender. She didn't bother writing down our order so one of our dishes didn't come out right. My vegetables were undercooked and the salmon was cooked fine, but tasted bland and like there was a teriyaki sauce after thought.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2

Laura Marianella

I was looking for seafood and they have a good menu. I tried mussels, my mom tried shrimp pasta.The cocktail was good.The waitress was a nice person, and there was live music.

Kyle Tucker

Oh boy, where do I even begin? My recent escapade to The Wharf in Laguna Beach left me reeling with mixed emotions and a ravenous craving for culinary redemption. While the outdoor bar/countertop seating held promise, my taste buds embarked on a rollercoaster ride through mediocrity. Brace yourself for a tale of flavor flops and melodic mishaps. The dishes lacked the zest and flair that one would expect from a coastal eatery. The flavors were as bland as a mime convention, leaving my palate desperately searching for a life raft amidst a sea of disappointment. And to add insult to injury, the chefs seemed to have mistaken the salt shaker for a maraca, resulting in an unintentional symphony of over-seasoned sadness. I couldn't help but wonder if Neptune himself would shed a tear for the lost potential of these oceanic delicacies.Fish and chips, oh dear fish and chips, you were the worst I've ever had the misfortune of encountering. The fish was drier than the Sahara Desert, and the chips seemed to have taken a dip in the Fountain of Flavorlessness. I couldn't help but reminisce about the times when these classic pub staples would dance joyfully on my taste buds, instead of tripping over their own lackluster existence.Now, let's talk about the Cajun fries. Or should I say, the "Plain Jane" fries masquerading as something exciting. The seasoning, or lack thereof, left me yearning for a Cajun flavor explosion that never arrived. It was as if the spices decided to take an impromptu vacation, leaving behind a sad, potato-based side dish that could only be described as the culinary equivalent of a one-person party.On a positive note, the outdoor bar/countertop seating was a saving grace. Basking in the coastal breeze while sipping on a refreshing beverage offered a momentary respite from the gustatory letdown. However, the musical accompaniment, oh my, what a peculiar choice. I appreciate diversity in musical genres, but the continuous stream of trans music seemed misplaced and incongruous with the overall dining experience. It left me feeling as though I had stumbled into a time warp where seafood and soundtracks collided in a discordant symphony of confusion. I'll be casting my culinary net elsewhere in search of a seafood adventure that will leave me truly hooked.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Clams

Lynn C

Came for happy hour and loved it! Cajun edamame and calamari were delicious!! Rufino was our server and he was awesome! Will definitely return

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris lucifer

Went here for the crablegs for my significant other. She really enjoyed them but didn't think they were fresh but what can you expect from a bar that serves food. Burger was good, not great. The staff was very nice and it was a nice place to sit and eat but it's mainly a bar.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Karen Krizman

The crawfish mac and cheese was out of this world! It was hard not to lick the skillet. I would have given it 5 stars had they listed prices on the menu.

Monica Willis

Welp, the atmosphere of this place is great! We had a terrific time. The staff was extremely friendly. The Band was rocking!The food was okay but not for the money. I had the boil, and I'm from the south. So I was kind of disappointed. But we had a great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

chriswfo

Drinks were great, vibe was cool and the Leo Vigil Band sounded great. 60's to 90's rock to alternative rock and Prince tunes. Great place to hear some live music and relax for a few hours.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Richard Christensen

Majority of the time it’s great. Mind you I just come in for drinks the friendly staff and maybe the occasional nibble.Had a bad experience with new bartender/ manager Brittany. Doesn’t know how to make simple drinks, slow service because she doesn’t stop TALKING , and really ruined the experience for me. If you’re thinking about stopping here for a drink and the light brown hair girl with the land yard around her neck is there keep walking.WILL NOT BE RETURNING.

CorAccmanager Cafe

Came to watch the world cup. They open at 8am! Food was great. I had the fried rice which was surprisingly good and the deep fried salmon which was tastefull as well.Drinks are made properly, and bar staff is as friendly and attentive as it gets

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Grumpy Gucci

Came to watch the world cup. They open at 8am! Food was great. I had the fried rice which was surprisingly good and the deep fried salmon which was tastefull as well.Drinks are made properly, and bar staff is as friendly and attentive as it gets

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mervyn Naicker

A food gem amongst Laguna Beach's over priced restaurants with mediocre food. Been here twice and the food was great. From the pork belly burger to the crawfish pasta.

Toni Smierciak

Had the worst experience and food was not good at all. First, I ordered garlic pasta with shrimp, literally got buttered noodles and naked dry grilled shrimp. So basic a kid could make it, I was actually laughing about it. Second, we had the loudest table next to us, lots of foul language, talking so loudly no regard for anyone around them. This was dinner at 6:30 on a Sunday. Third, My son felt a stomach ache come on as he was eating, he went to the bathroom and there were 3 men around the sink area by the door and he couldn’t get in. I walked back with him a second time as they were dispersing out of bathroom. I’ve worked in a restaurant before…Now the minor issues- there were no prices on the menu. The menu had no description of most items. Had to ask waiter what everything was. Super annoying. I should have noticed there was no one eating in here. Completely empty dining tables. Don’t waste your money here. Waiter was nice.

Kid-friendliness: We had a table of very loud mouthed people next to us. Lots of F bombs. The whole place was empty and they sat right next to us.

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