Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Laguna Beach

38 restaurants available nearby

1. Skyloft OC

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 25 times today

Skyloft is located in downtown Laguna Beach. The diverse menu offerings a balance of seafood, steaks, salads, sandwiches and Specialty Smokehouse BBQ items. Skyloft also boasts an open-air rooftop dining area, highlighting an exclusive and coveted view of Laguna Beach"s main beach. In addition, we offer live entertainment Wednesday - Sunday! PLEASE NOTE: SEATING AREA IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITYReservations will guarantee a table in our restaurant, but NO SPECIFIC AREA will be guaranteed with a reservation. Please expect an additional wait for Rooftop Seating, Live Music, and other high demand areas. To book a Private Event or guarantee a specific table, a deposit will be required in addition to a food and beverage minimum, please contact our events coordinator at 949.715.7107 for pricing. Complimentary Transportation available! 5pm and later, within Laguna Beach or a 5-10 mile radius depending on group size). For customers w/ dinner reservations only - call to schedule.

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2. FIN SUSHI & SAKE at Hotel Laguna

4.8

Exceptional(128)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Laguna Beach

Booked 7 times today

The fish is fresh and the sake is strong at Fin, our oceanview sushi restaurant, located inside the historic Hotel Laguna in the heart of Downtown Laguna Beach. Offering the freshest daily-caught local seafood as well as imported delicacies like Hokkaido scallops and firefly squid, plus a selection of award-winning sake, it is a thrilling adventure in flavor and fun. Belly up to the Tokyo-style bar for lively chef interaction and unforgettable omakase or take a table overlooking the sea and sample to your heart’s desire.

3. Rebel Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(226)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Laguna Beach

Booked 3 times today

PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKINGWe put all our heart and soul into a creative and unique experience. Our Omakase is a pre-fixed menu based on raw fish and shellfish. All ingredients come from Japan, prepared with Japanese techniques and elements. Our Omakase is a fine dining, intimate experience, prepared in front of our guests to highlight the integrity of our dishes.CANCELLATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS are allowed 72 hours in advance. Less than 72 hours will be charged for the full price of Omakase per guest plus taxTEXT MESSAGE with full information (949) 664-3186DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be informed in advance, we CANNOT accommodate no shellfish, no gluten, no dairy, or no meat requestsNO outside food or wineTHE SUSHI BAR AND TABLE SERVICE are the same menu; our servers will explain the intricacy of every dishBE ON TIME Service starts in unison at the time of reservation if you are late, you will miss some coursesCHILDREN age 5+ are welcome, but they must order the full menu

4. 230 Forest Avenue

4.9

Exceptional(2843)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 23 times today

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.

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5. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.8

Exceptional(1734)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 52 times today

Sapphire, Cellar. Craft. Cook located in Laguna Beach is committed to providing our guests with exceptional service, quality, and value. We aspire to perfect our craft, create emotional connections, and set the benchmark for cuisine in Southern California, and beyond.Come, be a guest in our home. We look forward to serving you!

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6. Selanne Steak Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(2777)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Laguna Beach

Booked 19 times today

Selanne Steak Tavern, owned by Anaheim Duck legend Teemu Selanne and located in a quaint, historical home built in 1934, features an upscale casual neighborhood tavern and a traditional steakhouse. In addition to the absolute best steaks in Orange County, the Tavern offers great burgers, small plates, salads and appetizers as well as an extensive world class wine list, great specialty cocktails and craft beers. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with an amazing Selanne experience!

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7. The Drake in Laguna

4.8

Exceptional(1467)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach

Booked 15 times today

We offer seating in 3 spaces,, including our Bar/Lounge, Dining Room/Chef’s Counter or Intimate fire-wall enclosed Patio. Due to space considerations, please contact us directly for larger tables of 6 or more guests.Live entertainment is performed nightly on the main stage in our Dining Room. Tables are by reservation only, for dinner. Hours of Music; Su/M/Tu, 5:30-9:30pm Wed/Thu 6-10pm Fr/Sa 6:30-10:30pm. All Tables in Main Room or Patio, Th/Fr/Sa, are subject to a $10 per person Live music charge, on top of dinner tab. Our dynamic musical line-up of Jazz, R&B, Soul & Contemporary artists, provides an interactive yet intimate experience, in an elegant yet relaxed setting.The Drake features New American cuisine prepared by Award Winning Chef team Paul & Nick Gstrein. Seasonal offerings encompass an ever-evolving menu of unique small plates, steaks, chops, fresh seafood & desserts. Our curated Wine & Spirits selections serve to enhance the dining experience.Meet us at The Drake!

8. Pelican Grill

4.7

Exceptional(3262)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Newport Beach

Booked 26 times today

Pelican Grill, nestled within the prestigious 5-Star, 5-Diamond Resort at Pelican Hill, is Newport Coast's ultimate dining destination. Adjacent to two stunning 18-hole golf courses, "The Grill" offers an elevated take on casual Southern California Cuisine. Our culinary team emphasizes innovation and vibrant flavors by using the freshest local and hyper-local ingredients, working with local vendors such as Oak Grove Farms. While also sourcing pick of the season fruits and vegetables from Local Farmers Markets. You will indulge in the finest cuts of land and sea, expertly paired with selections from our extensive wine list. Whether you're enjoying a wood-fired pizza in the lounge or savoring caviar on the veranda, our impeccable service ensures an unforgettable dining experience

9. Harvest

4.7

Exceptional(2423)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 14 times today

Our restaurant, bar and private dining room celebrate the storied history of California's organic farming, brewing, and oenology. Outdoor patio seating unveils stunning Aliso Canyon and golf course views. As an homage to the original homesteaders, fresh-made food and drink are a focus throughout your dining experience, with many ingredients harvested on property. What we don't grow here is thoughtfully sourced.Kyle St. John is the Executive Chef bringing his passion of farm-to-table cooking and fresh, locally-sourced cuisine. The menu changes with each season, integrating fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables grown and gathered from our own half-acre Harvest Farm. The new bar is a haven of sociability, featuring an innovative handcrafted cocktail menu, enticing wine list and 18 craft beers on tap—all for sipping along with earnest conversation.The Harvest team shares their masterfully creative and intensely local take on California coastal cuisine designed with food-lovers in mind.

10. Marché Moderne

4.8

Exceptional(5480)

Price: Expensive

• French • Newport Beach

Booked 36 times today

Marché Moderne, one of Southern California’s most celebrated French restaurants from chef-owners Florent and Amelia Marneau, has now opened the doors to its new home at Crystal Cove Shopping Center.Marché Moderne’s truly exceptional cuisine marries classic French cooking techniques with modern sensibilities, along with world-class service and hospitality for an unparalled dining experience.Guests can now enjoy an oceanfront setting, with a brand new restaurant design featuring a stunning exhibition kitchen, an outdoor patio and an expanded bar.

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Kathryn
San Diego •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The host and the Maître d’ were friendly and helpful when we first sat down the young woman next to us did not seem to know how to keep her screeching, loud voice down in a public place. We moved inside and the rest of the experience was absolutely fantastic. The waiters were helpful, knowledgeable and professional. The food was exceptional, particularly the calamari to start and the main courses of halibut and scallops were outstanding and presented well with different vegetables than you usually see. The martinis we enjoyed were perfectly chilled with tiny bits of ice crystals floating on the top. I requested and got blue cheese stuffed olives, which I love all in all a moderately priced restaurant for Southern California, generous portions, and a wonderful night out. Will be back!
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230 Forest AvenuePrice: Moderate• Californian• Laguna Beach
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4.9
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KellyVIP
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always an excellent experience! We had a beautiful holiday brunch and they were very accommodating and attentive to our large party.
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Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.CookPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
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4.8
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Megan
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Our visit to the Jingle Bar was great. Victoria was our waitress and she was the BEST!
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Skyloft OCPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
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4.5
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Mae
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 5, 2024
We've been to R/O multiple times since their opening in August of 2021. We are so happy that R/O was awarded their Michelin one star. We've been to many sushi restaurants in NorCal and SoCal during our lifetime and without any hesitation, R/O has it all with the ambience, service, presentation and chef Jordan's amazing creations.
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Rebel OmakasePrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Laguna Beach
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4.9
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George
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 30, 2024
Amazing sushi and service. Samuel, Kayli and and the other chef there also were all so welcoming and fun to be with! Will be coming back!
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FIN SUSHI & SAKE at Hotel LagunaPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Laguna Beach
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4.8

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Skyloft OC

2. FIN SUSHI & SAKE at Hotel Laguna

3. Rebel Omakase

4. 230 Forest Avenue

5. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook

6. Selanne Steak Tavern

7. The Drake in Laguna

8. Pelican Grill

9. Harvest

10. Marché Moderne

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