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Nirvana by Chef Lindsay, Laguna Beach, CA

Nirvana by Chef Lindsay

4.8 (1775)
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
303 Broadway, Ste 101, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
We are an independent neighborhood restaurant in the heart of Downtown Laguna Beach, between Main Beach & the Historic Festival of Arts, owned by Laguna Beach native, Executive Chef Lindsay Smith. Inspired by Wine Country and California Coastal cuisine, our focus is on serving guests the way Chef Lindsay would feed her own family, in a warm, inviting atmosphere. We source the freshest ingredients, including free-range, organic poultry, sustainable seafood, antibiotic- and hormone-free meats, and seasonal, local produce. We strive to minimize our environmental impact and support the local community. Chef Lindsay, named one of the Top 10 chefs in Orange County and Top 5 in Laguna Beach, is dedicated to quality food, friendly service, and a memorable dining experience.

LUNCH: Casual table service, Counter service for Grab & Go (reservations not required)
DINNER: Table service (reservations recommended)

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Lindsay Smith
  • Catering
    Call for specific pricing and catering details (949) 497-0027. Pick up, Delivery and full service available. Private Rooftop Event Rental Available for Cocktail Receptions and More. Private Interior Dining Room Rental Available with Food and Beverage Minimun. No Rental Fee
  • Private party facilities
    Nirvana Grille Laguna Beach is available for Private Dining Events, Large Groups, Corporate Events & Private Luncheon Events. We look forward to assisting you.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross street
    Beach & Broadway
  • Parking details
    Parking on Broadway adjacent to the restaurant called The Plaza Shopping Center available after 5pm to patrons only. During Summer lot is maintained by a valet company only. Parking is validated to half their fee for diner or leave for festivals at their normal rate. Street Meter Parking also around building on all sides but not always available.
  • Public transit
    There is a public transport drop off at the main Laguna Beach bus depot 100 Yards East of the building.Laguna Beach Trolley runs along PCH about 500 yards form the restaurant as well as seasonally runs next door at the bus station with easy accessibility to all Festival Grounds & Playhouse.
  • Entertainment
    Nirvana Grille features live music on the Bliss Bar Rooftop Patio on Sundays by Anesha Rose.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Ladies Cook & Connect Dinner

    $49.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 8, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    Join Us for a Special Ladies’ Cook & Connect Evening We know we said we’d take the summer off… but after so many heartfelt requests, we couldn’t resist gathering again in July! Our next Ladies’ Cook & Connect is on—just with a more intimate guest list than our big June crowd. Whether you love being hands-on in the kitchen or prefer to sip wine and connect while others cook, this evening is for you. Some women come to chop and stir, others to relax and receive—that’s the beauty of it. Enjoy a soulful, private evening curated by Chef Lindsay and created just for women. Nirvana will be closed to the public, so we can come together in a space that feels warm, welcoming, and entirely our own. We’ll prepare a family-style meal together and sit down at a beautifully set table with fresh flowers and heartfelt conversation. As always, the food is seasonal, intentional, and nourishing—for both body and soul. Guests are invited to ring a bottle of wine to share with new friends, or they may choose from our organic and natural wine offerings.
    Ladies Cook & Connect Dinner Photo

What 1,775 people are saying

Nirvana by Chef Lindsay 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nirvana by Chef Lindsay offers a delightful dining experience with "absolutely amazing food" and "fresh and flavorful" dishes. Guests rave about the "great wine list" and "excellent service." The restaurant is praised for its "interactive experience," "creative cooking," and "healthy, gourmet" options, making it a "hidden gem" in Laguna Beach.
1,775 Reviews
  1. victoria

    Orange County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Lindsay is a gem. Such an incredibly hard worker she not only is the chef but is so personable and makes a point to talk to each and every table. She clearly is passionate about what she does and we love supporting local restaurants in Laguna. Highly recommend!

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  2. David VIP

    Orange County34 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was horrible for the price. Food was ok but understaffed.

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  3. Chuck VIP

    Los Angeles50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a neighborhood gem! The food is excellent and service patient and attentive. We often eat there before going to Laguna Playhouse. A perfect location to walk to and from. More importantly, the food is amazing!

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  4. Erica

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nirvana has absolutely amazing food! The sea bass was next level! The salmon with pesto was outstanding. The soup selection and the amount of gluten free options was absolutely incredible! I will be returning for sure!

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  5. kathy

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and welcoming plus I love the food here! My husband had the scallops and I had the Chilean Seabass with peas and mint; mash potatoes sans fennel - both dinners were excellent! Finished this off with espresso gelato and a couple of Americanos. Will be back…

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  6. Donna VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent!!! Will be back soon!!! All organic/ great salads

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  7. David VIP

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal I have had all year!!!!! This place has been around for a long time and its only 2 blocks off PCH and is a hidden gem. You need to go there ASAP

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  8. Harry VIP

    Hawaii36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We brought a visiting friend to Nirvana for dinner. She is a vegetarian and absolutely loved the Vegan Vegetable Plate. Chef Lindsay came out and told our friend how she cooked the wonderful lentils. What an experience!!

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  9. Erin

    Orange County2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    First thing I noticed was that the server did not go over the menu with us and didn’t have any recommendations. The attention to detail was sorely lacking in every aspect of our dining experience. The barware had water spots all over the glass. As a former server, details like these do not go unnoticed. I was also served water in a cup that had a crack in it. As soon as I noticed I told the server and they removed the glass. Our appetizer came out luke warm…not hot. We were not asked if we’d like cracked pepper on our salad. A beverage for someone in our party came at the end of the meal after we repeatedly asked about it. I also noted on the reservation that we were celebrating a birthday and no “Happy Birthday” greeting or goodie was ever offered. The person sitting at the front desk also chimed in on our service from time to time, which felt unprofessional and intrusive. Will not be returning.

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  10. Jan VIP

    Las Vegas22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food from the cornbread, French onion soup, to the veggie plate and the salmon, everything was delicious. Great wine list, too.

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FAQs

Nirvana by Chef Lindsay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 497-0027.

Nirvana by Chef Lindsay is rated 4.8 stars by 1775 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. Laguna Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nirvana by Chef Lindsay

303 Broadway, Ste 101, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Beach & Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking on Broadway adjacent to the restaurant called The Plaza Shopping Center available after 5pm to patrons only. During Summer lot is maintained by a valet company only. Parking is validated to half their fee for diner or leave for festivals at their normal rate. Street Meter Parking also around building on all sides but not always available.
  • Public transit
    There is a public transport drop off at the main Laguna Beach bus depot 100 Yards East of the building.Laguna Beach Trolley runs along PCH about 500 yards form the restaurant as well as seasonally runs next door at the bus station with easy accessibility to all Festival Grounds & Playhouse.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lindsay Smith
  • Entertainment
    Nirvana Grille features live music on the Bliss Bar Rooftop Patio on Sundays by Anesha Rose.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Call for specific pricing and catering details (949) 497-0027. Pick up, Delivery and full service available. Private Rooftop Event Rental Available for Cocktail Receptions and More. Private Interior Dining Room Rental Available with Food and Beverage Minimun. No Rental Fee
  • Private party facilities
    Nirvana Grille Laguna Beach is available for Private Dining Events, Large Groups, Corporate Events & Private Luncheon Events. We look forward to assisting you.
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