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230 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA

230 Forest Avenue

4.8
4.8
2880 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Don't be fooled by the crowds and the noise; they are all part of the scene here at Laguna Beach's sexy and intense 230 Forest Avenue. The lean deep room seduces you to the open kitchen, bustling bar, and concrete floors, creating a space that is part modern bistro, part martini bar, and part art gallery. It's the perfect spot to see and be seen, laid back Laguna-style. Executive Chef Marc Cohen is consistently recognized as one of The OC's top chefs. You'll be ready to award him a medal, too, after tasting his flashy-to-the-eye, tickle-the-taste- buds fusion appetizers and entrees. His dishes are often so stunning that they compete with the artwork on the walls, making for a thoroughly satisfying "artistic" experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 494-2545
  • Website
    http://www.230Forestavenue.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Marc Cohen
  • Location
    230 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross street
    PCH
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking all along Forest Avenue as well as several "pay" lots near by.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 2,880 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Best Overall

  • Orange County

    Best Food

  • Orange County

    Californian

  • South Orange County

    Best Overall

  • South Orange County

    Best Food

  • South Orange County

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
230 Forest Avenue in Laguna Beach consistently impresses with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Diners rave about the "filet mignon," "halibut special," and diverse menu options. The "cozy and elegant" ambiance and attentive staff make it a "favorite" local gem that's "consistently wonderful" for both regulars and newcomers.

2,880 Reviews

  1. Deborah

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My reason were coming back was five years ago. I ate here and their oysters were out of this world with a pomegranate vodka gratin on top. They were just as good this time and I thoroughly enjoyed them.

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  2. timothy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife had the spicy tuna (sans the extra jalapeno pepper on top) and I had the candied salmon salad - both were fabulous. Every time we come here we have to have our go to cocktail - the Ruby Rickey...so good. When we are in Laguna, this is a great place to stop in for a meal

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  3. Linda

    VIP

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This is a great spot in Laguna! Try the prime rib sandwich- it’s amazing! Staff if wonderful too!

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  4. Susan

    VIP

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Filet mignon excellent, and also enjoyed the day boat scallops.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The halibut special is my very favorite fish dish ever! It never disappoints!

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  6. Alice

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite restaurants at Laguna beach. We enjoyed every visit.

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  7. Jeannie

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dinner. Can't believe we had never been before this evening. Wonderful experience. Thank you to our amazing waiter - Jorge ... and the manager on duty this evening. Excellent. Everything was amazing. O

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  8. Andrew

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was amazing! Food came out hot and fresh. I will definitely come back when I’m in town. I think the oysters could’ve had something spicy with the topping it had. Service was fast!

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  9. Ryan

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but the waiter winked at my girlfriend which i did not appreciate (jorge)

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  10. Jerry

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great place, food, and service for our Valentine's Day lunch. Easy to get to locaction in downtown Laguna Beach.

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FAQs

230 Forest Avenue is rated 4.8 stars by 2880 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for 230 Forest Avenue

230 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Cross street
    PCH
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking all along Forest Avenue as well as several "pay" lots near by.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Marc Cohen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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