Laguna Beach Restaurants
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1. Las Brisas
$$$$ | |Located in what used to be the Victor Hugo Inn, Las Brisas is now a Laguna Beach landmark restaurant. Sit on the expansive patio to take in the spectacular coastline views while enjoying signature margaritas and coastal Mexican cuisine with a California twist. Look for the lobster Benedict for breakfast and brunch and the whole grilled fish served with black beans, rice, salsa, and freshly made corn tortillas for dinner.
361 Cliff Dr., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-497–5434Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Panoramic coastal views
- Reservations a must
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2. Selanne Steak Tavern
$$$$ | |Located inside a historic 1934 home along Pacific Coast Highway, and named after one of the owners---Hockey Hall of Famer and six-time Olympian Teemu Selanne---Selanne Steak Tavern serves modern steak-house fare paired with stellar Napa Valley wines. There is a cozy Carrara-topped tavern-style bar where bartenders make artisanal cocktails and martinis, and a formal fine-dining experience upstairs. Other dining areas include a bistro-style wine room and outdoor dining terrace with beautiful Moroccan light fixtures creating a dramatic evening setting. Entrees include succulent hormone-free steaks and chops. Filet mignons are served sizzling in an 8- and 12-ounce presentation. Other meaty highlights include an 8-ounce Wagyu flat iron steak, 14-ounce Prime Rib Eye, and signature 32-ounce Lord Stanley cut. All are served with seasonal marrow butter and a variety of side sauces. The chefs use the well-stocked on-site herb garden in a variety of dishes and for garnish. Save room for Monkey Bread made with brioche and walnut streusel, toffee sauce, banana compote, and rum raisin ice cream.
1464 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USAKnown For
- Variety of dining settings
- Prime cuts of meat
- Monkey Bread dessert
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3. Gelato Paradiso
$ | |Each morning this gelato shop makes fresh small batches of artisanal gelatos and dairy-free sorbettos in a variety of appealing flavors. Located in back of the charming Peppertree Lane shopping center, there is a small outdoor patio where people gather to enjoy the authentic Italian gelato after a day at the beach or to cap off an evening.
448 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-464–9255Known For
- Authentic Italian gelato
- Fruit flavors
- Patio gathering spot
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4. Sapphire and The Pantry
$$ | |This Laguna Beach establishment set in a historic Craftsman-style building is part gourmet pantry (a must-stop for your every picnic need) and part global dining adventure. Enjoy comfort cuisine from around the world paired with an eclectic wine and beer list. Brunch is best enjoyed outdoors on the sunny patio under colorful umbrellas. An iconic statue of Eiler Larsen aka "The Greeter" of Laguna Beach is a prominent feature on the corner of the property.
1200 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-715–9888Known For
- Sapphire salad
- Weekend brunch
- Pet-friendly patio
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5. Taco Loco
$ | |This may look like a fast-food taco stand with salads, quesadillas, and nachos on the menu, but the quality of the food here equals that in many higher-price restaurants. Some Mexican standards get a seafood twist, like swordfish, calamari, and shrimp tacos. Other favorites include blackened mushroom-and-tofu tacos, salads, and bowls. They also offer a vegan menu with veggie tacos, hemp blackened burgers, and bowls. It stays open until midnight on Friday and Saturday. All seating is outside, making this a great people-watching spot.
640 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-497–1635Known For
- Vegetarian and vegan tacos
- Sidewalk seating
- Surfer clientele
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6. The Cliff
$$$ | |Walk through the quaint Laguna Beach artist village to get to the Cliff and its 180-degree views of Main Beach and the Pacific coastline. The multilevel dining patios serve hearty breakfasts and coastal seafood favorites for lunch and dinner. Firepits, outdoor heaters, and blankets keep diners warm when the marine air grows chilly in the evening. This is also a popular happy hour spot where people stay to enjoy the sunset and then remain for dinner.
577 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-494–1956Known For
- Some of Laguna Beach's best ocean-view dining
- Reservations necessary
- Splurge-worthy seafood towers
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7. The Rooftop Lounge
$$$ | |Another popular sunset view venue in South Laguna, The Rooftop Lounge at the top of Casa del Camino top floor is a hot seat for sunset cocktails, so plan ahead. Snag a table to enjoy a variety of different flavor mojitos or a pomegranate martini along with a cheese board, spicy fish-and-chips, or a veggie sandwich.
1289 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-497--2446Known For
- Spectacular sunset views
- Craft cocktails
- Burgers, pasta, salads, and sandwiches
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8. The Stand Natural Foods
$ | |Since 1975, this old-school, artsy eatery in Laguna provides healthy, organic vegan salads, bowls, burritos, tamales, veggie burgers, pita pocket sandwiches, fresh fruit soft serve, and smoothies.
238 Thalia St., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-494–8101Known For
- 100% plant-based vegan food
- Brown rice burritos
- Nut-milk shakes
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9. Urth Caffe
$$ | |A local favorite in the morning and throughout the day for organic heirloom coffee and hand-blended fine organic teas, Urth also serves health-conscious food as well as pastries outside on the charming garden patio looking out at the Laguna Art Museum across the street. For lunch and dinner, they offer a variety of salads, soups, bowls, pizzas, and signature sandwiches. Heartier fare includes a Mediterranean platter, Urth tamales, lasagna, and an Asian-style nori plum rice wrap. There is a children's menu, too.
308 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-376–8888Known For
- Health-conscious cuisine
- Organic coffee and tea
- Long lines on the patio during peak hours and weekends
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10. Zinc Café and Market
$$ | |It's always brunch time at his small Laguna Beach institution where—from 7 am to 4 pm—you will find reasonably priced breakfast-to-lunch (okay, brunch) items that include everything from signature quiches, poached eggs, and homemade granolas, to healthy salads, homemade soups, quesadillas, and pizza. All the sweets are homemade, including the megasize brownies. There are some gluten-free and vegetarian items, too, including a Zinc Rubenesque on rye bread made with beets. A large beverage menu includes lattes, lemonade, beer, mimosas, and red and white wines by the glass.
350 Ocean Ave., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-494–6302Known For
- Gourmet pastries, some gluten-free
- Coffee bar
- Busy outdoor patio
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