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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

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1. Las Brisas
4.3
Awesome(12364)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 173 times today
Las Brisas, a Laguna Beach icon, blends timeless charm with classic Southern California cuisine, offering fresh, chef-curated dishes and world-class hospitality. Start your day with our Weekday Breakfast or unwind during our Weekday Happy Hour with bites like Tuna Poke and a Las Brisas Margarita. On weekends, savor our luxurious 4-course Brunch while enjoying breathtaking ocean views. Whether dining in our elegant rooms or relaxing on the outdoor patio, Las Brisas provides a historic coastal setting perfect for any occasion.
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2. Bricco Cucina and Wine Bar
4.9
Exceptional(93)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
Booked 12 times today
Owners Jordan and Creig Mullikin love to eat delicious food, drink great wine and be treated like family. They want every bite, every sip, every visit to be delicious and a treat. Our goal is to serve you fresh, homemade, and thoughtful dishes focused on our family's heritage and our customers' needs to make everyone feel like family at our neighborhood spot which sports a modern yet vintage vibe. We have a large outdoor patio that is both heated and covered. One of the more popular things here at Bricco is our live music Friday's and Saturday's with very talented singers and performers.
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3. Harvest
4.7
Exceptional(2535)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 55 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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4. Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort
4.7
Exceptional(4559)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 49 times today
Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort is a vibrant bar scene with excellent service and top-notch food. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'local favorite' with 'awesome food, atmosphere and staff'. Another highlighted the 'great place for drinks and a bite to eat' with a 'perfect view of the breaking waves'. The reviews consistently mention the 'amazing food and views', 'excellent drinks', and 'outstanding service'. The ambiance is described as 'fabulous', 'awesome', and 'stunning', making it a go-to destination for any occasion.
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5. South of Nick's - Laguna Beach
4.8
Exceptional(2039)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Laguna Beach
Booked 71 times today
An essential stop in Orange County for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking.
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6. Selanne Steak Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(2896)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Laguna Beach
Booked 38 times today
Selanne Steak Tavern has a vibrant bar scene as mentioned in multiple reviews. One reviewer described it as 'vibrant crowd' while another praised the attentiveness of the bartenders. The bar area is also noted for its noisy ambience, perfect for people who enjoy people watching with their steak.
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7. Driftwood Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(1440)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Laguna Beach
Booked 38 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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8. Larsen at Hotel Laguna
4.7
Exceptional(1651)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 84 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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9. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook
4.7
Exceptional(1899)
Price: Moderate
• American • Laguna Beach
Booked 73 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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10. The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach
4.7
Exceptional(2122)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach
Booked 19 times today
The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach is known for its vibrant bar scene. With stunning ocean views, excellent food, and top-notch service, it's a popular spot for celebrations. Reviews rave about the 'great innovative cocktails', 'fantastic after-dinner music' and 'amazing atmosphere'. The restaurant is not just a dining spot but also a place to enjoy live music and have a good time.
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