A vibrant and thriving culture and art scene, Laguna Beach is a popular spot for artists, art lovers, and, of course, anyone who needs a little sun, sand, and waves in their life. Even better, Laguna Beach is also home to a diverse and delicious food scene ready to excite and satisfy locals and tourists alike. Need to know what the best places to visit are? We’ve got you covered. Here are our picks for the best restaurants in Laguna Beach.
Nick’s Laguna Beach
Innovation is a common theme in the Laguna Beach food scene, and this local favorite is no exception. Nick’s Laguna Beach is a casual yet upscale spot for some fantastic comfort food and American classics. Some wonderful patio seating lets you enjoy the beautiful California weather, and a strong dedication to hospitality and service will have you feeling at home.
Being a favorite also means being popular, however, and being able to sit down and eat at Nick’s Laguna Beach isn’t always an easy feat. Lengthy waiting times await, and reservations aren’t easy to come by, but the iconic prime rib sandwich certainly makes all the hassle worth it.
Check out their site here for more information.
Thai Bros Restaurant
You can’t have food scene innovation without some fusion, and Thai Bros certainly doesn’t mess around. Mixing culinary traditions with modern interpretations, this will quickly become your go-to spot for some post-beach drunken noodles.
Friendly service, spicy noodles, and a happy regular crowd. What more can you need? More information on their website here.
Alessa
Every great food scene needs some outstanding Italian, and Laguna Beach has Alessa. An impressive wine selection and pasta and charcuterie both made in-house, Certified Italian Chef Alessandro Pirozzi brings his childhood experiences helping his grandmother’s kitchen lessons front and center.
Locals love coming in for a glass of fantastic wine, some wonderful cooking, and a great conversation. Take one look at the pictures of the menu and you’ll see why Alessa’s is widely regarded to be the best Italian food in the area.
Selanne Steak Tavern
Some juicy, mouthwatering steak is always bound to make the list, and for our list, that steak comes from Selanne Steak Tavern. The steakhouse isn’t the only award winner, either, seeing as proprietor Teemu Selanne is a six-time Olympian and Hockey Hall of Famer.
Beautiful steak, poultry, and seafood go perfectly with house cocktails, beers, and a particularly Californian wine selection. Your dining experience can be different every time, too, since there are multiple dining settings available for seating: The Loft, the Wine Library, the Tavern, the Veranda, and the Sunset Terrace.
Make sure to check out their menu here before going.
Las Brisas
SoCal wouldn’t be SoCal without its strong Mexican influence and culture, and one manifestation of this influence in Laguna Beach is the incredible dining experience of Las Brisas. One of the best spots in Laguna Beach to sip on a cocktail and watch the sunset, the incredible Mexican seafood, and the dazzling views will be competing to be the best part of the night. Need to see a peek before heading over there? Head on over to their site here.
These are our favorite picks for food in the city, but there could be so many variations of this list that we’d agree with! Luckily for Laguna Beach residents and visitors, the food scene is more than vibrant, active, and alive.
Do you have a favorite spot you think should make the list? Let us know!
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Interested in even more tips on dining in Laguna Beach? Check out the video below for the best restaurants in Laguna according to Modern Millennial Events. (Don’t get mad at them if there opinions differ from ours…)