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230 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA

230 Forest Avenue

4.8
4.8
2884 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
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

Private dining

Menu

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What 2,884 people are saying

230 Forest Avenue reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

    Californian

  • South Orange County

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
230 Forest Avenue in Laguna Beach offers "a remarkable fine dining experience," blending sophisticated ambiance and culinary artistry. Praised for "outstanding food, superb service, and inviting atmosphere," it is a favorite for both locals and visitors. The attentive staff and gourmet dishes make it "a must-visit" destination for any occasion.

2,884 Reviews

  1. Lianne VIP

    New York City105 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been going to Two Thirty Forest for roughly 20 years and it has never disappointed! The tuna I had tonight for dinner was fabulous - this is a great restaurant

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  2. Joy VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The martinis are excellent and the food superb! My favorite restaurant!

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  3. Tyler VIP

    Tahoe18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    230 Forest is always great! We love coming here when in Laguna Beach.

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  4. Frank VIP

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fine , a very enjoyable evening. The cocktails and the food were great and prepared and served in a timely & attractive manner.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best restaurant ever! Everything is fab. Marc Cohen the chef is incredible.

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  6. Deborah

    Las Vegas39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    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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  7. timothy VIP

    Los Angeles43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    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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  8. Linda VIP

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    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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  9. Susan VIP

    Orange County17 reviews

    4.0

    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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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    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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FAQs

230 Forest Avenue is rated 4.8 stars by 2884 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 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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