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Lumberyard, Laguna Beach, CA

Lumberyard

4.6 (3304)
$30 and under
American
384 Forest Ave #10, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Josue Tavares
  • Private party facilities
    Located in one of the most historic buildings in downtown Laguna Beach, Lumberyard has something for everyone. The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner and is known for its great American food such as rotisserie chicken, steaks, ribs and seafood.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Parking details
    Free Lumberyard Parking with validation is located behind the restaurant off of Ocean Ave. Additional parking is available next to City Hall, across the street in "Lumber Yard" Parking Lot for $3.00 Street Parking is usually found up Third St.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,304 people are saying

Lumberyard 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lumberyard, a beloved spot in Laguna Beach, offers "great food" and "excellent service," complemented by a diverse menu that includes standout dishes like the "salmon with pomegranate glaze" and "Key Lime pie." The lively atmosphere, often featuring live music, is perfect for a fun night out, though it can get quite noisy. Ideal for pre-theater dining, its convenient location and friendly staff make it a local favorite.
3,304 Reviews
  1. Henry B

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a French Dip, it was Excellent ! My wife had Fish & Chips that she really liked. All was perfect .

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  2. Isabel

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! Nice atmosphere and very clean! Loved everything!

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  3. Lynne VIP

    Orange County70 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Second time here. Great service. Good food. Nice location. The beef stroganoff was tasty, but not noteworthy. The salmon with pomegranate glaze was really good. I think the veggies were the star of the dish. Very convenient when attending an event at Laguna Playhouse. Good food with lots of menu options.

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  4. Lee

    Orange County34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and came out quickly. They also made separate checks which is helpful with a group

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  5. Thomas

    Orange County27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Good restaurant with a very nice menu. The food was good, not great. My sea bass while tasty was a little over cooked and dry. Key Lime pie was top notch. Both the French Onion soup and the Clam chowder were great. We eat here occasionally, and it is a very good choice. I won't be ordering the Sea Bass again. If you want to have intimate conversation it is difficult because the noise level is very loud. Had live music playing and then conversation competing with the music. Very loud, my wife put earplugs in to reduce the noise.

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  6. perry VIP

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Hadn’t been here for about 6 months. What a change , unfortunately. Favorite item the crab & shrimp Louie salad off the menu. Was told crab too expensive . But crab cakes still on the menu ?!? Had live entertainment that was so freaking loud throughout entire restaurant could not hear our party of 4 talking from across the table. And we were as far away as possible from the performers. Really too bad. Used to be a special place.

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  7. Stephanie VIP

    Orange County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the grilled artichoke and we’re disappointed because it was very small and it was not quite cooked enough so I didn’t feel that it was worth ordering again. The rest of the food and overall experience was wonderful.

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  8. Michael

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a most enjoyable experience at Lumber Yard. Server was attentive. Food came promptly. Interior is attractive. When we return to LGB, I'm sure we will want to return to the place.

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  9. Teri

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was my friends bday. We went for Happy Hour. Fab drinks and food and very reasonable prices! And they gave us a free dessert for her birthday. I previously went for my birthday as well. Love this place. I will be back.

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  10. Tracy

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff was friendly but very busy and not checking in frequently. The restaurant had a welcoming atmosphere, just extremely loud. The live music was wonderful.

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FAQs

Lumberyard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 715-3900.

Lumberyard is rated 4.6 stars by 3304 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Lumberyard

384 Forest Ave #10, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free Lumberyard Parking with validation is located behind the restaurant off of Ocean Ave. Additional parking is available next to City Hall, across the street in "Lumber Yard" Parking Lot for $3.00 Street Parking is usually found up Third St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josue Tavares
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Located in one of the most historic buildings in downtown Laguna Beach, Lumberyard has something for everyone. The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner and is known for its great American food such as rotisserie chicken, steaks, ribs and seafood.
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