Restaurants near Ideal Laguna Beach Cottage

20 restaurants available nearby

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1. Larsen at Hotel Laguna

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 31 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!

2. 230 Forest Avenue

4.9

Exceptional(2830)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 18 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.

3. Driftwood Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(1302)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Laguna Beach

Booked 20 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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4. Brussels Bistro - Laguna Beach

4.7

Exceptional(1276)

Price: Moderate

• Belgian • Laguna Beach

Booked 11 times today

Since 2004, Brussels Bistro has brought the best in Belgium flavors to the heart of Laguna Beach. Relax on the terrace with a premium Belgian beer or dine underground in our casual-urban setting. Offering Belgian cuisine with a French flair, our Executive Chef, Thomas Crijns has created a superb menu of authentic dishes ranging from Beef Bourguignon to Steamed Mussels. Complimenting our wide variety of imported Belgian beers are mouthwatering hors d’oeuvres including Cheese Croquettes and our world-famous Belgian Fries. Join us on Friday and Saturday nights when the Bistro transforms into one of the hottest nightclubs in town.

5. Skyloft OC

4.6

Exceptional(894)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 23 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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6. Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

4.5

Awesome(1561)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Laguna Beach

Booked 20 times today

Bustling pizzeria just steps from the beach that serves thin-crust pies & pasta amid a rustic dining room.NOTE: This is not affiliated with Cucina Alessa in Newport Beach or Huntington Beach.

7. Lumberyard

4.7

Exceptional(3235)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 28 times today

In 1912, at the bend of Forest Avenue, 23 year old Joe Jahraus opened the Laguna Lumber Company, he and his father(cigar maker, first postmaster and real estate agent) built the beautiful French Normandy building that is here today. Prior to the lumberyard opening, building supplies needed to be dragged in by mule or floated in on the tides, and therefore, Laguna Beach had less than three hundred permanent residences. After the lumberyard opened, the area began to grow at unprecedented rates, transforming it from a tent town into a thriving city. Laguna Lumber operated for seventy three years, sixty two of them in this location and its' architecture, influenced by Joe's tour abroad in World War I, is one of the most significant influences on the town's aesthetic. Half timbers, mud walls and shingled roofs grace many of the downtown storefronts and homes throughout the city because of this landmark. Today, 384 Forest is home to Lumberyard - a contemporary American restaurant.

8. Tango

4.5

Awesome(63)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Laguna Beach

Booked 4 times today

Tango Laguna embarks on a culinary voyage blending global flavors with local dedication. Our menu boasts tapas, sandwiches, and main courses meticulously prepared with care and precision. Each dish, influenced by worldwide inspirations, is paired thoughtfully with wines and cocktails, complemented by bites enhancing the dining experience.Featuring premium meats, artisan cheeses, and fusion small plates sourced globally, our commitment to quality defines every meal, offering a unique culinary journey exclusive to Tango in Laguna Beach, CA.Join us for weekend brunch, a delightful twist on classic favorites paired with cocktails in a coastal ambiance. Wednesdays bring the International Wine Experience, presenting a curated wine selection paired with small plates celebrating diverse culinary traditions, transporting your palate worldwide from Laguna Beach.

9. Bodega Laguna

4.4

Awesome(68)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Laguna Beach

Booked 9 times today

Experience the Mexicoast with Mexican Food, Margaritas, Mariscos & Merch! "Bodega Laguna" Cocina & Cantina restaurant theme mixes the best the Mexicoast has to offer by mashing up traditional Mexican cuisine with a focus on mariscos (seafood). Executive Chef Angel Velazquez was the force behind the elevated menu. Lounge in our comfy sofas and choose from an extensive cocktail menu, 30 different tequila offerings, and regional wine list in the Cocina, or have an Mangonada at La Tienda's ice cream counter... grab street tacos to-go, shop for authentic home goods, apparel, and don’t forget your embroidered Mexican blanket or dog collar. To book a Private Event, please contact our events coordinator at 949.715.7107 for pricing. Complimentary Transportation is also 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.

10. Rebel Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(224)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Laguna Beach

Booked 6 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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Carrievip
Orange County •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always the best food and best service. Lucy is a restaurant's dream of a manager!
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230 Forest AvenuePrice: Moderate• Californian• Laguna Beach
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Tammy
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! So comfortable and service and food incredible.
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LumberyardPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
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Andrewvip
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great experience. The food, our server, and the view was wonderful. We will definitely be back.
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Larsen at Hotel LagunaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Laguna Beach
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4.5
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Joevip
Los Angeles •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Enjoyed the food and the ambience, however, something needs to be done about the seating. The tables are tiny and some of the seating not very comfortable. It would be fine if all you ordered were drinks, but trying to get 2 plates on the small tables was not very easy.
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TangoPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Laguna Beach
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4.5
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Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I’ve been dining at the thanksgiving buffet for the past 4 years and this year the food quality was fully upgraded to a 5 star. The buffet was beautifully set up, and the food was delicious, including the desserts. The staff was friendly and competent and kudos to management and the chefs. I will be returning next year.
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Driftwood KitchenPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Laguna Beach
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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Larsen at Hotel Laguna

2. 230 Forest Avenue

3. Driftwood Kitchen

4. Brussels Bistro - Laguna Beach

5. Skyloft OC

6. Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

7. Lumberyard

8. Tango

9. Bodega Laguna

10. Rebel Omakase

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