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Laguna Beach Brewing Company

422 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach CA 92651
(714) 494-2739

 

 

 

 

 

With Glori Fickling GHoneyWest Restaurant Directory

ENTERTAINMENT 

RESTAURANT DIRECTORY

LAS BRISAS
361 Cliff Drive
Laguna Beach, Ca.
949 497-5434
Breakfast M-Sat. 8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.;
Lunch M-Sat 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.;
Dinner M – Th. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.;
Fri. 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.;Sat. 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.;
Sun. 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.;
Sunday Brunch 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
All major credit cards

French 75
1464 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach CA
(949) 494-8444

Salt Creek Grille
32802 Pacific Coast Highway
Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (714)661-7799 Fax: (949)661-2447
Email: scgrille@aol.com
 
http://www.saltcreekgrille.com
The Salt Creek Grille offers excellent food and live entertainment on the weekends. Our menu includes mesquite grilled steaks, chops, and fresh fish. Private dining and catering is also available. Visit our website for more information. Mention you saw it in The Laguna Journal.

Sorrento Grille
370 Glenneyre St.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2362
Phone (949) 494-8686 www.culinaryadventures.com 

Downtown Stand Natural Food
347 Mermaid St.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2318
Phone: (949) 494-9499

Five Feet Restaurant
328 Glenneyre St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2311
Phone: (949) 497-4955

Aliso Creek Inn 
In Historic Aliso. Canyon, Restaurant,  

Dancing, Entertainment
31106 S. Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone: 949 499-2271 www.alisocreekinn.com 

230 Forest Avenue
230 Forest Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2114
Phone: (949) 494-2545 
 

White House Restaurant
340 S Coast Hwy.,Laguna Beach, CA                                                         
Phone: (949) 494-8088

Greeter's Corner Restaurant
329 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2111
Phone: (949)494-0361

Thai Brothers

238 Laguna Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2120
Phone: (949)376-9979. 

Bojax
422 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2404
Phone: (949) 494-0487

Javier's Cantina & Grill
Web Site

7832 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651

(949) 494-1239

Cedar Creek Inn
Come linger by the fire or on our tree shaded patio.  Enjoy a warm dining experience with classic and eclectic American fare and impeccable hospitality. 27321 La Paz Rd., Laguna Niguel (949) 389-1800, 26860 Ortega Hwy. and San Juan Capistrano (949) 240-2229 Serving lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch, Happy Hour and delivery www.eatatcedercreek.com  

Sundried Tomato-Cafe, 949/494-3312
361 Forest Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2138

Hapi Sushi
250 Beach St.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2105
Phone: (949) 494-9109 

B J's Chicago Style Pizza Grill Brewery
280 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2110
Phone: (949) 494-3802
www.bjsbrewhouse.com


Johnny Rockets
188 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2108
Phone: (949) 497-7252 www.johnnyrockets.com  

Salerno Restaurant
220 Beach St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2105
Phone: (949) 497-2600 

Aegean Cafe 
540 S Coast Hwy # 200
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2473
Phone: (949) 494-5001 

Hennessey's Tavern
213 Ocean Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651                         

Bombay Duck Indian Restaurant
231 Ocean Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2106
Phone: (949) 497-7307 

Ocean Avenue Brewing Co
237 Ocean Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2106
Phone: (949) 497-3381.

Romeo Cucina
249 Broadway St.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1806
Phone: (949)497-6627
www.costadoro.com/romeo.htm


Cafe Zinc & Market
350 Ocean Ave Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2322
Phone: (949) 494-6302

Villa Romana
303 Broadway St # 101
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1816
Phone: (949)497-6220

Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
272 Broadway St
Laguna Beach, CA92651-1807
Phone: (949)494-5443

Chinese Combo
215 Broadway St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1806
Phone: (949)497-5777

Orange Inn
703 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2722
Phone: (949)494-6085

Tivoli Terrace
Open July & Aug otherwise Special Events Only 
650 Laguna Canyon Rd
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1837
Phone: (949)494-9650

Laguna Feast
801 Glenneyre St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2751
Phone: (949)494-0642

hush  949 494-3616
858 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2725
 

Cafe Zoolu
860 Glenneyre St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2733
Phone: (949) 494-6825

Stand Natural Food Restaurant
238 Thalia St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2712
Phone: (949)494-8101

Royal Hawaiian
331 N Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1627
Phone: (949)494-8001

Cottage Restaurant
308 N Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1628
Ph:(949)494-3023

Goko Cafe & Deli
907 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2726
Ph: (949)494-4880

Natraj Cuisine of India
998 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2727
Phone: (949)497-9197

Adolfo's Mexican Food
998 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2727
Phone: (949)497-2023

Penguin Cafe
981 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2726
Phone: (949)494-1353

Chapleau Restaurant
853 Laguna Canyon Rd
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1839
(949)494-1541

Serras Bar & Grill
859 Laguna Canyon Rd
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1839
(949) 497-2566

San Shi Go
1100 S Coast Hwy # 303
Laguna Beach, CA92651-2970
Phone: (949)494-1551

Olamendi's
1100 S Coast Hwy # 202
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2969
Phone: (949)497-4148

Wahoo's Fish Taco
1133 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2938
Phone: (949)497-0033

Jack In the Box
1201 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3115
Phone: (949)494-9060

Subway Sandwiches & Salads
1350 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3118
Phone: (949)376-1995

Gina's At The Beach
217 Broadway St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1806
Ph: (949)376-3333

242 Cafe & Marketplace
242 N Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1821
Phone: (949)494-2444

Beach House Inn
619 Sleepy Hollow Ln
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2434
(949)494-9707 The Beach House
 

Taco Loco
640 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2450
Phone: (949)497-1635

Vacation Village
647 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2475
Phone: (949)494-8566

MOSUN SUSHI & NIGHTCLUB
680 S Coast Hwy - Salsa on Wed Eves!
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2416
(949)376-8792

KFC
695 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2415
Phone: (949)497-5528

Taco Bell
699 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2415
Phone: (949)497-6700

Husky Boy Burgers
802 N Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1426
Phone: (949)497-9605

Splashes ( Surf & Sand)
1555 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3226
(949)497-4477

Picayo
1155 N Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1315
Phone: (949)497-5051

Mandarin King
1223 N Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1316
Phone: (949)494-8992

Royal Thai Cuisine
1750 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3258
Ph: (949)494-8424

Rumari Restaurant
1826 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3231
Ph: (949)494-0400

Dizz's As Is
794 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3902
Phone: (949)494-5250

A La Carte
1915 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3647
Phone: (949)497-4927

Tabu Grill 949 494-7743
2892 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3953


Ruby's Diner
30622 S Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-4240
Phone: (949)497-7829

China Bistro 1, 949 499-5236
30832 Pacific Coast Hwy
South Laguna, CA 92677-2505


Bud's Ice Cream-San Francisco
30862 S Coast Hwy
South Laguna, CA 92677-2505
Phone: (949) 499-6007

Ben Brown's Restaurant
31106 S Coast Hwy
South Laguna, CA 92677-2599
(949) 499-2663
The Koffee Klatch                                                 
 

Laguna Niguel Restaurants

Romeo Cucina
28241 Crown Valley Parkway (AT GREENFIELD)
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 831-4131
www.costadoro.com/romeo.htm


Cafe Neff
23811 Aliso Creek Rd
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-3902
Phone: (949)831-9464

New Mandarin Garden
29971 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2091
Ph: (949)495-0281

KFC
30071 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2092
Phone: (949)249-1871

Pizza D'Oro
30051 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2090
Phone: (949)495-0814

China Moon
30001 Town Center Dr
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2066
Ph: (949)249-6868

Int'L House Of Pancakes
23810 Aliso Creek Road
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Phone: (949)360-0910

Souplantation
23870 Aliso Creek Rd
Laguna Beach, CA 92677-3907
Ph: (949)831-6055

Snooty Fox Restaurant
30242 Crown Valley Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2365
Phone: (949)495-2298

Penglai
30242 Crown Valley Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2365
Phone: (949)495-6019

Daffy's
30100 Town Center Dr # J
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-2064
Phone: (949)495-6117

Mc Donalds
27470 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-3412
Phone: (949)448-7148

Laguna Hills Restaurants

Gordon Biersch Brewing Company
Laguna Hills, CA
www.gordonbiersch.com

Simply Delicious Cafe
23521 Paseo De Valencia
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3107
Phone: (949)855-0605

Natraj of India 
24861 Alicia Pkwy.
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-581-4200

Au Bon Pain 
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Phone: (949)768-9688

Niki's Tandoori Express
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Phone: (949)586-0663

Ruby's Diner
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Ph: (949)588-7829

Sbarro Italian Eatery
24155 Laguna Hills Mall # 2380
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-7626
Phone: (949)768-9906

Burger King
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Ph: (949)768-1410

Chinese Express
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Phone: (949)472-0323

California Pizza Kitchen
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Phone: (949)458-9600

Round Table Pizza
24155 Laguna Hills Mall # 1690
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3675
Phone: (949)586-0540

Mis Amigos
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3667
Ph: (949)597-0942

Don Jose's Mexican Restaurant
23972 Avenida De La Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3119
Phone: (949)581-1570

Carrows Restaurant
23952 Avenida De La Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3119
Phone: (949)837-4963

Pizza Hut
24012 Ave De La Carlota # C
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3100
Ph: (949)586-4700

King's Fish House
24001 Avenida de la Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 586-1515

Koo Koo Roo
24001 Avenida de la Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 830-8336

El Torito Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
24301 Avenida de la Carlota
Laguna Hills CA 92653
(949) 951-9137

Arby's Roast Beef Restaurants
23862 Bridger Rd
El Toro, CA 92630-3711
Phone: (949)581-1082

McDonalds
23861 Bridger Rd
El Toro, CA 92630-3712
Phone: (949)768-2976

Scarantino's Italian Inn
23862 Bridger Rd
Lake Forest, CA 92630-3711
Phone: (949)768-8757

Bennigan's
24231 Avenida De La Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3606
Phone: (949)837-0340

Players Sports Grill
Ridge Route & Moulton Pwky
Laguna Hills, CA
949 588-5973

Restaurants Near

OPAH     (949)360-8822.

Mega Burgers
24310 Swartz Dr
Lake Forest, CA 92630-4744
Phone: (949)588-8289

Jack In the Box
23812 El Toro Rd
El Toro, CA 92630-4730
Phone: (949)581-2883

Carmels
23781 El Toro Rd
El Toro, CA 92630-4729
Phone: (949)770-7050

Jamba Juice
24312 Rockfield Blvd
Lake Forest, CA 92630-4742
Phone: (949)699-4170

Spoons Grill & Bar
23732 El Toro Rd
Lake Forest, CA 92630-4711
Phone: (949)586-4480

Expresso Coffee House
23721 El Toro Rd
Lake Forest, CA 92630-4712
Ph: (949)770-162

The Original Pancake House
26951 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, Ca 92651
(949) 643-8591

        

 Dr. Viviane S. Stein

Cosmetic & General Dentistry

31852 S. Coast Hwy., Suite 412 Laguna Beach, CA 949 415.1000

 
 
 

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NATIVE TRIBE-PRIMITIVES AMERICAN INDIAN JEWELRY

577 S. COAST HWY, LAGUNA BEACH, CA (949) 376-7632  or go to: NATIVE TRIBE-PRIMITIVES LTD  We now have Color Diamonds

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www.robeks.com
robekscostamesa@hotmail.com

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Where every OC and SD county listing can be found www.buyersonlycoastalrealty.com

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WHEN IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA VISIT PRIMITIVES AT THE VILLAGE IN  LAGUNA BEACH ON THE GOLD COAST. OVER LOOKING THE PACIFIC OCEAN. 

 

 

 

 

TURQUOISE SILVER JEWELRY, KOKOPELLI, ZUNI, HOPI, NAVAJO, DREAM CATCHERS, KACHINA DOLLS, SILVER JEWELRY, BRACELETS, RINGS, NECKLACES, EARRINGS AND ARTIFACTS 

577 S. COAST HWY, LAGUNA BEACH, CA (949) 376-7632  or go to: NATIVE TRIBE-PRIMITIVES LTD  We now have Color Diamonds

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Laguna Village Cafe Restaurant has re-opened as The Cliff Laguna Beach restaurant!

Laguna Village 577 South Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA (949) 494-1956

Mr. Bones Fine Cigars & Tobaccos

325 Glenneyre Street

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

949 494-8665

www.mrbonesfinecigars.net

Restaurant Dining Reviews 

The Laguna Journal Restaurant Gold Star Rating System

The Laguna Journal raises the bar for area restaurants to meet our high standards. Our highly respected system of Gold Star rating is considered one of the best in the country by restaurateurs themselves.

One* through five*****:

A star rating in each category of food, service and ambiance. The lowest star rating in any category will bring down the overall rating of the restaurant. The quality and depth of the wine list is also taken into consideration in our rating system. The Laguna Journals editors and reporters write the Laguna Journal Restaurant reviews and together determine the Gold Star rating given to each participant.

One star* meaning the place should be closed down for health reasons.

Two star ** meaning poor all around, food, service and ambiance.

Three star *** meaning good food, service and ambiance

Four Star **** Meaning excellent food, service and ambiance

Five star ***** Meaning world class dining the best of food, service and ambiance

with great wine offerings.

 

 


LAGUNA JOURNAL ARCHIVES

LAGUNA JOURNAL ADVERTISING RATES

ADVERTISMENTS

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

 

Restaurant 162’

Presenting cuisine that will inspire even the most discerning palates. It’s our pleasure.
Savor the selection of the many fine dining options available at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, and prepare your senses for a culinary experience like no other.

Food:***** Service: ***** Ambiance:***** Overall: Five Star Rating*****

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Quality and service are at the core of the St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach food and beverage philosophy. The resort offers six spectacular ocean-view restaurants, providing dedicated service and delectable cuisine to please every guest’s palate.

St. Regis dining establishments include: Michael Mina's acclaimed Stonehill Tavern, a Mobil-rated, Four Star restaurant, featuring modern American cuisine; Motif restaurant, with cuisine reminiscent of a European style café, is best known for extraordinary Sunday Champagne Brunches; Club 19, situated along the first tee of the Monarch Beach Golf Links, has magnificent sea views and specializes in classic American favorites; The Monarch Bay Club, our exclusive, private beach club, is available to registered resort guests, and offers California char-grilled meats and seafood, just steps from the ocean; Our Pool Bar & Grill provides light American fare in a casual, outdoor setting; Crust Gourmet Coffee Shop is a perfect stop for individuals on-the-go. Our fantastic Lobby Lounge offers signature cocktails and light fare with cozy indoor or ocean-view terrace seating where guests can enjoy live entertainment.

For more information, please call Restaurant Reservations at 949.234.3272

Food:***** Service: ***** Ambiance:***** Overall: Five Star Rating*****

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Montage Resort is a great location for California beach vacations

 Montage Resort & Spa Laguna Beach

 

 

 

Food:***** Service: ***** Ambiance:***** Overall: Five Star Rating*****

Laguna Beach Spa Resort

 

Terraced above the beach, with waves breaking just 25 feet below, the casually elegant Splashes Restaurant boasts some of California's best views and finest cuisine.

Whether seated in the dining room or alfresco on the palm-shaded patio, you'll enjoy American Coastal Cuisine set against a dramatic backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
                                                                                                    Splashes Restaurant
At beach level lies the congenial Splashes Lounge, the ideal spot for cocktails, lighter fare and sunsets that must be seen to be believed.

For the ultimate in romance, choose room service and enjoy an exquisite meal on your room's private balcony.

To view our Splashes Menus, click on the following links: Breakfast | Brunch | Lunch | Dinner | Desserts

For reservations at Splashes, or for more information please call: (949) 376-2779.

1555 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, California
Located in the Surf and Sand Hotel,

Food:***** Service: ***** Ambiance:***** Overall: Five Star Rating*****

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French 75


A lively French bistro specializing in Prime American steaks prepared 'Parisian style' in 17th century designed blue steel plans, served with classic sauces and sides.
1464 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach CA
(949) 494-8444

Food: **** *   Service: *** **   Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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 The Cliff Laguna Beach restaurant!

At Laguna Village

Oceanfront, open-air dining and cocktails return to the spectacularly-situated Laguna Village in Laguna Beach!  After a complete overhaul and updating of the premises, The Cliff Laguna Beach is poised and ready to greet you with a delightful selection of California cuisine:  lunch, dinner& shopping.

Where Great People, Art, Shops and Food all converge over looking the Gold Coast. Where at sunset you may be lucky and see the Green Flash.

Laguna Village 577 South Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA (949) 494-1956

Food: **** *   Service: ***  Ambiance: ***** Overall: ****

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hush Restaurant

Named for its understated elegance and simplicity, blends extraordinary contemporary American cuisine, an extensive world-class wine collection and a ...

Laguna Beach California (949) 497-3616

Food: **** *   Service: *** **   Ambiance: *** Overall: ****

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White House Restaurant
340 S Coast Hwy Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2112
Phone: (949) 494-8088

Food: **** *   Service: *** **   Ambiance: *** Overall: ****

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CANNONS SEAFOOD GRILL

Cannons
34344 Street Of The Golden Lantern , Dana Point 92629
949-496-6146
       
Fantastic view of the southern coast of California from high above Dana Point Harbor. Voted “Most Romantic” restaurant in Orange County. Open for lunch on Saturday and Sunday, Open for dinner daily at 5:00 p.m. Sunday Champagne Buffet Brunch, Happy Hour and banquet facilities available. 

Food: **** *   Service: *** **   Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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Salt Creek Grille
32802 Pacific Coast Highway
Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (714)661-7799 Fax: (949)661-2447
Email: scgrille@aol.com
 
http://www.saltcreekgrille.com


The Salt Creek Grille offers excellent food and live entertainment on the weekends. Our menu includes mesquite grilled steaks, chops, and fresh fish. Private dining and catering is also available. Visit our website for more information. Mention you saw it in The Laguna Journal.

Food: ****    Service: *** *   Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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Rendezvous


Located in the Capistrano Depot - San Juan Capistrano
Enjoy relaxed fine dining in a cozy, romantic Pullman Car or watch trains pass by triple arched windows while enjoying creative and unique New American Cuisine, boutique wines from our wine cellar, specialty drinks and spirits in an 1887 Freight House, or live music in the piano lounge.

Live Jazz: Four Nights a Week
Open for lunch and dinner with indoor and outdoor dining.
949-496-1006

Food: ****   Service: *** *   Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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Belgian restaurant Brussels Bistro - Laguna Beach, California



A Belgian restaurant in Laguna Beach, California

Every Thursday: Elaine MILES

    First show begins at 7pm.LIVE JAZZ @ Brussels Bistro reservations

Food: ****   Service: *** *   Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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Romeo Cucina
249 Broadway St.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1806
Phone: (949)497-6627

www.costadoro.com/romeo.htm

Food: ****    Service: *** *  Ambiance: ***  Overall: ***

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Gordon Biersch Brewing Company
24032 El Toro Rd. Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (949) 770-0123
www.gordonbiersch.com

Food: ****    Service: *** *  Ambiance: ***  Overall: ***

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Hotel Laguna
425 So. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651. 
Ph (949) 494-1151

Claes Seafood Etc.


Enjoy Laguna’s best ocean view and award winning dining. Claes’ Seafood Etc. serves creative seafood from around the world and prime aged steaks from the grill. Open 7 days for breakfast, lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch. Closed Mondays for dinner. Reservations: (949) 376-9283 The Terrace Cafe and Le Bar * Live entertainment*. Indoor and Outdoor dining on the water. Open daily.  Valet Parking                   A part of the community for 108 years.

www.hotellaguna@msn.com

Food: ****   Service: ***   Ambiance: *** ** Overall: ****

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Five Feet Restaurant
328 Glenneyre St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2311
Phone: (949) 497-4955

Food: ***   Service: ***   Ambiance: **Overall: ***

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230 Forest Avenue
230 Forest Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2114
Phone: (949) 494-2545 

Food: ****    Service: *** *  Ambiance: ***  Overall: ***

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Javier's Cantina and Grill

7832 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651

(949) 494-1239 - Web Site

A cozy patio is filled with pristine white banquettes and rustic wooden tables. The entrance is illuminated during the day by sunlight streaming through a window fountain made of amber bottles. (Elizabeth Evans)

Tags: people watching, bar scene

Food: ****    Service: ***    Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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C'est La Vie

Odie Hernandez Manager

373 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949) 497-5100 Fax (949) 494-5754

Food: ****    Service: ***    Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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 Savannah Chop House (American)


32441 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949-493-7107

A "classic American Steakhouse with a Southern accent". Dry aged Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Creole Specialties and New American Classics served in an old world atmosphere featuring oversized leather booths, stone fireplaces and an ocean view patio complete with firepit!

Food: ****    Service: ***    Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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 Sorrento Grille & Martini Bar

Sorrento Grille

370 Glenneyre Street
Laguna Beach, California
949-494-8686

This rustic, chic wine country villa has been serving the best and biggest martinis in Laguna Beach for over 10 years. The menu features contemporary American cooking with the emphasis on woodburning grill specialties. Balcony, private wine room and fireplace dining available!

Food: ****   Service: *** *   Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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 (Japanese / Pacific Rim)
 

680 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-497-5646

Mosun - Sushi, Sake Bar and Pacific Rim Cuisine invites you to a cosmopolitan, Feng Shui environment. Experience tantalizing sushi, the largest sake selection in the country and a gourmet Pacific Rim menu, nestled in waterfalls, a coral reef aquarium, and bamboo jungle. And don't miss
Club M, their dance club (located upstairs) that is as high tech and fashionable as anything you'll see in South Beach or Manhattan. Sun. - Thurs. 5 to 11 pm, Fri. & Sat. to 1:00 am

Food: ****    Service: ***    Ambiance: *** * Overall: ****

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Aegean Cafe (Greek)


540 South Coast Highway ~ Upper Level
Laguna Beach, California 92651
949-376-0276

Featuring tantalizing Greek and Mediterranean dishes, ocean view dining, full bar and extensive wine list, here at the Aegean Cafe, the charm never stops. Live Greek music, dancing waiters and belly dancers will make your casual dining, birthday party, anniversary or special occasion an experience to remember!

Food: ****    Service: ****   Ambiance: ***** Overall: ****

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Chart House


Experience breathtaking views of Dana Point Harbor and Newport Bay while you savor the top-of-the-catch seafood, succulent steaks and mouth-watering desserts that make Chart House legendary. Enjoy specialties like crab, avocado and mango stack appetizer, shrimp fresca, macadamia crusted mahi mahi, slow-roasted prime rib and the Chart House signature dessert - hot chocolate lava cake. 34442 St. of the Green Lantern, Dana Point. (949) 493-1183. 2801 Coast Highway, Newport Beach. (949) 548-5899. www.chart-house.com. Serving dinner in Dana Point. Serving lunch & dinner in Newport Beach.

Food: ***