Orange County and Catalina Island Restaurants
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1. Bear Flag Fish Co.
$ | |Expect long lines in summer at this indoor--outdoor dining spot serving up the freshest local fish (swordfish, sea bass, halibut, and tuna) and a wide range of creative seafood dishes (the Hawaiian-style poke salad with ahi tuna is a local favorite). Order at the counter, which doubles as a seafood market, and sit inside or outside on a grand patio. This is one of the few restaurants in Southern California with its own fishing boat, so there's a good chance some line-caught local fish will be on the menu. Oysters are a great choice, and the fish tacos topped with the homemade hot sauce are not to be missed. This restaurant is so popular that it opened two other locations at Crystal Cove and Huntington Beach.
3421 Via Lido, Newport Beach, California, 92663, USA949-673–3474Known For
- Fresh catches thanks to restaurant fishing boat
- Fish tacos with homemade hot sauce
- Craft beers
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2. Descanso Beach Club
$$ | |Set on an expansive deck overlooking the water and a few boats, Descanso Beach Club serves a wide range of favorites: grilled burgers, street tacos, clam chowder, salads, and layered nachos, along with the island's sweet signature cocktail, Buffalo Milk---a mix of fruit liqueurs, vodka, and whipped cream. Firepits and chic beach cabanas add to the scene, as does the sound of happy and terrified screams from the zipliners in the canyon above the beach. There is a shop to purchase beach items, and a stand to rent kayaks and snorkel equipment.
1 Descanso Ave., Avalon, California, 90704, USA310-510–7410Known For
- Tropical beach vibe
- Scenic views
- Chic cabana rentals
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3. Eric's on the Pier
$$ | |Grab a stool at this little snack bar on the Green Pleasure Pier for people-watching while drinking a draft beer and munching on a burrito, fish-and-chips, or signature buffalo burger.
4 Green Pier, Avalon, California, 90704, USA310-510–2550Known For
- Comfort foods
- Quick eats
- Beachside location
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4. Las Brisas
$$$$ | |Located in what used to be the Victor Hugo Inn, Las Brisas is now a Laguna Beach landmark restaurant. Sit on the expansive patio to take in the spectacular coastline views while enjoying signature margaritas and coastal Mexican cuisine with a California twist. Look for the lobster Benedict for breakfast and brunch and the whole grilled fish served with black beans, rice, salsa, and freshly made corn tortillas for dinner.
361 Cliff Dr., Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USA949-497–5434Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Panoramic coastal views
- Reservations a must
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5. Mrs. Knott's Chicken Dinner Restaurant
$$ | |Cordelia Knott's fried chicken and boysenberry pies drew crowds so big in the 1930s, that Knott's Berry Farm built a park to keep the hungry customers occupied while they waited. The Western-theme restaurant serves crispy home-style fried chicken, along with handmade biscuits, mashed potatoes, gravy, and Mrs. Knott's signature chilled cherry-rhubarb compote. The adjacent Marketplace has a grab-and-go counter to order and take home Knott's fried-chicken dinners.
8039 Beach Blvd., California, 90620, USA714-220–5200Known For
- Famous fried chicken
- Long waits especially on weekends
- Pies and desserts
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6. Napa Rose
$$$$ | |Done up in a handsome Craftsman style, the upscale dinner venue Napa Rose prepares rich seasonal cuisine paired with an extensive wine list. For a look into the open kitchen, sit at the counter and watch the chefs as they whip up signature dishes such as warm duck confit salad, sautéed diver scallops, and beef filet mignon. There's also a few kid-friendly dishes. The handsome lounge offers an appealing menu of appetizers, entrees, drinks, and desserts too.
1600 Disneyland Dr., California, 92802, USA714-781-4636Known For
- Upscale food and wine
- Kid-friendly options
- Gorgeous dining room and lounge
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Rate Includes: Reservations essential -
7. Selanne Steak Tavern
$$$$ | |Located inside a historic 1934 home along Pacific Coast Highway, and named after one of the owners---Hockey Hall of Famer and six-time Olympian Teemu Selanne---Selanne Steak Tavern serves modern steak-house fare paired with stellar Napa Valley wines. There is a cozy Carrara-topped tavern-style bar where bartenders make artisanal cocktails and martinis, and a formal fine-dining experience upstairs. Other dining areas include a bistro-style wine room and outdoor dining terrace with beautiful Moroccan light fixtures creating a dramatic evening setting. Entrees include succulent hormone-free steaks and chops. Filet mignons are served sizzling in an 8- and 12-ounce presentation. Other meaty highlights include an 8-ounce Wagyu flat iron steak, 14-ounce Prime Rib Eye, and signature 32-ounce Lord Stanley cut. All are served with seasonal marrow butter and a variety of side sauces. The chefs use the well-stocked on-site herb garden in a variety of dishes and for garnish. Save room for Monkey Bread made with brioche and walnut streusel, toffee sauce, banana compote, and rum raisin ice cream.
1464 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, California, 92651, USAKnown For
- Variety of dining settings
- Prime cuts of meat
- Monkey Bread dessert
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8. The Lobster Trap
$$$ | |Seafood rules at the popular Lobster Trap, because the restaurant's owner has his own boat and fishes for the catch of the day and, in season, spiny lobster. Ceviche is a great starter, always fresh and brightly flavored. Locals (you'll see many at the small counter) come for the relaxed atmosphere, large portions, and happy hour specials (not offered during the summer season) for select $4 pints and other specials. Try the grilled swordfish with mixed veggies and a baked potato. They can prepare it seven different ways including crisp macadamia nut breading. Open daily from 11 am for lunch through late evening.
128 Catalina St., Avalon, California, 90704, USA310-510–8585Known For
- Locally caught seafood
- Convivial atmosphere
- Local hangout
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: no reservations accepted
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