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1. Starfish Laguna Beach
4.8
Exceptional(2172)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • Laguna Beach
Booked 50 times today
Thank you for thinking of Starfish Laguna! Indoor & Patio Dining are available! Reservations are strongly encouraged, and available via phone at 949.715.9200.Lunch: Daily from 11a - 3pOpium Hour: Everyday 3p - 6p (dine-in only)Dinner: Daily from 3p - 9pWe offer our full menu for takeout and delivery, with delivery offered in partnership with Doordash or through our website. To place a pickup order, please call 949.715.8205. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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2. Driftwood Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(1296)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Laguna Beach
Booked 25 times today
Driftwood Kitchen and Stateroom bar is a casual restaurant that serves ocean-to-table fare next to a lovely waterfront view. Helmed by executive Chef Rainer Schwarz, the menu showcases an eclectic selection of seafood dishes that highlight the diversity of the Pacific. Menu highlights include hand-shucked oysters, salmon, octopus, swordfish and lobster, prepared with nothing but the finest and freshest ingredients. Driftwood also offers alternative menu items for landlubbers, such as dishes made of chicken or steak.Driftwood Kitchen and Stateroom Bar is open all through the week. In addition to its dinner menu, the restaurant serves brunch 7 days a week between 9 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. The airy dining room is a great place to enjoy a casual business lunch or a fun outing with friends. Driftwood Kitchen also boasts a bar, open from 9am - 10:30pm everyday.
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3. The Tea House on Los Rios
4.8
Exceptional(2653)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 41 times today
Set in a beautifully restored 1911 cottage complete with a wrap-around veranda and lush gardens, The Tea House on Los Rios offers Orange County's premier high tea experience. Known for our famous scones, delicious tea sandwiches, and loose-leaf teas, we also feature a full luncheon menu and a weekend brunch menu, complete with mimosas and Bloody Marys. Join us for an unforgettable experience on Historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. Take the train and making a day of it!
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4. Rebel Omakase
4.9
Exceptional(221)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Laguna Beach
Booked 7 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
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5. Las Brisas
4.3
Awesome(12093)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 77 times today
With world-class hospitality and a chef-curated menu, Las Brisas delivers classic Southern California cuisine and stunning ocean views Enjoy the panoramic view of Laguna Beach's coastline in our elegant dining rooms or relaxing outdoor patio, and you're bound to discover the magic of Las Brisas.
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6. Larsen at Hotel Laguna
4.4
Awesome(1513)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 27 times today
Nestled in the heart of Laguna Beach, Hotel Laguna offers a charming laid-back luxurious experience like no other. Just steps from the sparkling sea, experience the best of Southern California views and chef-driven creations. The beautiful Larsen Restaurant is where Orange County comes together for fresh local ingredients and cuisine that captures the diverse flavors of the modern West. An inspired selection of California wines and refreshing craft cocktails offer the perfect pairing for every plate. At Hotel Laguna we translate the essence of warm, heartfelt hospitality...morning, noon and night!
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7. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano
4.7
Exceptional(325)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 14 times today
Voted 2024 San Juan Capistrano Business of the Year!Winner of multiple Best of San Juan Awards including best restaurant, best dinner, best lunch, best ambiance, best wine and many more. Rancho Capistrano Winery has become the must go destination for locals and visitors alike. In addition to producing over 40 different wines from the finest grape growing regions in the West, we are known for our award-winning signature dishes that blend perfectly with our wines. Our grapes are sourced from different premier wine regions, including Paso Robles, Lodi, Northern California and Washington. Rancho Capistrano Winery has proudly grown to be the largest winery in Orange County,
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8. The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach
4.7
Exceptional(2040)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach
Booked 28 times today
Located in the oceanfront resort, Montage Laguna Beach, The Loft features stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean – the perfect backdrop for enjoying market-fresh, creative American cuisine with friendly, informed, and professional service. Innovative signature dishes reflect California regional cuisine with strong influences from the Americas; other favorites also include roasted meats and seafood.
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9. Harvest
4.7
Exceptional(2409)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 28 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.
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10. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook
4.7
Exceptional(1713)
Price: Moderate
• American • Laguna Beach
Booked 29 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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