Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Lake Forest

28 restaurants available nearby

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1. Piccolino Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(2069)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 31 times today

A Sicilian by way of Chicago, from a family of Sicilian chefs and restaurateurs. He made a name for himself, serving Orange County for 30 years. Piccolino serves some of the best Italian inspirations in Orange County. Piccolino retains its Sicilian philosophy and passion for food by combining traditional old-world flavors and contemporary infusions. When Salvatore Faso opened Piccolino Ristorante in 2007, his goal was simple: to combine his lifelong experiences in the finest Italian restaurants with the finest ingredients, authenticity, preparation, and his passion for the Canyon and its surrounding communities. Piccolino Ristorante serves regional Italian cuisine, including artisan-made pasta, fresh wild-caught fish, and the finest meats and poultry on the market daily. Vintage décor, white tablecloths, and candlelit tables provide a romantic dining experience."Chi mangia bene, Vive bene!""La buona cucina rende allegria!"Buon Appetito & Mille Grazie, ci si vede presto!

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2. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.7

Exceptional(2859)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to Ironwood, Cellar. Craft. Cook. located in Laguna Hills. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.

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3. Oliver’s Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(337)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 36 times today

Opening December 10th, 2023! Chef Erik De Marchi is excited to bring his cuisine from Emilia-Romagna to Irvine with Oliver's Trattoria. Featuring homemade pasta and pizza and a full bar. Enjoy our outdoor patios, catering, and private event spaces. We can't wait to serve you at our second location Oliver's Trattoria.

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4. Delizie Ristorante & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(949)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 22 times today

Chef Santiago is at the helm of this South County Favorite. Delizie offers daily specials including homemade pastas, imported Italian delicatessens, and the freshest fish and meats available daily as well as an extensive listing of wines from California and Italy. Delizie also features a full bar and banquet room, available for private parties.

5. Skyloft OC

4.5

Awesome(898)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 30 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. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.8

Exceptional(1733)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 57 times today

Sapphire, Cellar. Craft. Cook located in Laguna Beach is committed to providing our guests with exceptional service, quality, and value. We aspire to perfect our craft, create emotional connections, and set the benchmark for cuisine in Southern California, and beyond.Come, be a guest in our home. We look forward to serving you!

7. Prego Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1423)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 27 times today

Prego's ambiance blends the warmth & rustic charm of old-world Italy with the electricity and vibrancy of a cosmopolitan restaurant. A lively exhibition kitchen with corner Raw Bar allows diners to view the artful chefs creating delicious dishes. Our restaurant seats up to 300 guests, with small scale options too, perfect for private events & catering services.Prego offers daily lunch & dinner, and weekly food & drink deals such as Small Bites Tuesdays, Hospitality Night on Wednesdays, Tequila Thursdayas, and a Raw Bar on Friday & Saturday nights.The menu emphasizes regional Italian cuisine, featuring authentic pizza, freshly made pastas, grilled fresh fish, spit-roasted meats, fowl, cocktails, and an extensive list of wines from Italy and California. Our homemade desserts & pastries make a perfect ending to an unforgettable dining experience.Prego has received fine-dining awards from the Restaurant Writers Association, the Wine and Food Society of Southern California, and more.

8. Pelican Grill

4.7

Exceptional(3261)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Newport Beach

Booked 26 times today

Pelican Grill, nestled within the prestigious 5-Star, 5-Diamond Resort at Pelican Hill, is Newport Coast's ultimate dining destination. Adjacent to two stunning 18-hole golf courses, "The Grill" offers an elevated take on casual Southern California Cuisine. Our culinary team emphasizes innovation and vibrant flavors by using the freshest local and hyper-local ingredients, working with local vendors such as Oak Grove Farms. While also sourcing pick of the season fruits and vegetables from Local Farmers Markets. You will indulge in the finest cuts of land and sea, expertly paired with selections from our extensive wine list. Whether you're enjoying a wood-fired pizza in the lounge or savoring caviar on the veranda, our impeccable service ensures an unforgettable dining experience

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9. Hannas Prime Steak

4.9

Exceptional(3501)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 37 times today

Hanna’s Restaurant & Bar was established in 2005 and has quickly become one of Orange County’s premiere dining establishments. Named one of the U.S. top 100 restaurants, Hanna's Restaurant & Bar offers modern American Steakhouse cuisine prepared with classic, traditional flair. Our appetite for an exceptional dining experience is rooted deep in our passion for extraordinary culinary creations and exemplified in our award-wining service and ambiance. From our friendly bartenders, vibrant ambiance, outgoing wait staff, and incredible menu, our guests are always embraced in a comforting fashion. And on any given night you can always find owner David Hanna mingling among guests and ensuring that every detail of their experience at Hanna’s is nothing short of extraordinary.

10. Marché Moderne

4.8

Exceptional(5480)

Price: Expensive

• French • Newport Beach

Booked 37 times today

Marché Moderne, one of Southern California’s most celebrated French restaurants from chef-owners Florent and Amelia Marneau, has now opened the doors to its new home at Crystal Cove Shopping Center.Marché Moderne’s truly exceptional cuisine marries classic French cooking techniques with modern sensibilities, along with world-class service and hospitality for an unparalled dining experience.Guests can now enjoy an oceanfront setting, with a brand new restaurant design featuring a stunning exhibition kitchen, an outdoor patio and an expanded bar.

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OpenTable Diner
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My husband and I were celebrating our birthdays. Everyone was nice. The food as always was amazing!! Highly recommend this restaurant.
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Piccolino RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Irvine
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4.9
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RandallVIP
Orange County •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a treat to eat at Ironwood…food is excellent, servers friendly and knowledgeable with regard to menu items and specials for the evening. Management always welcoming and you can see them stepping up to help their servers and keep the orders flowing. Great for everyday dining or special occasions. Special shout out to Gabe…you’re the best!
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Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.CookPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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4.7
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AmyVIP
Los Angeles •417 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
3 of us went for lunch. We shared the speck pizza and it was delicious! The crust was crisp and chewy - so good. My friend had the lasagna. It was a huge portion and was so good. My husband had the salmon. He loved it! It came with veggies and potatoes. I was not that hungry so ordered the soup of the day which was lentil soup. It was a nice portion and was also very tasty. Service by Victor was excellent. He was very efficient and had a great sense of humor. Great restaurant !
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Oliver’s TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Irvine
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4.8
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Claudia
San Diego •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We chose Delizia because it was the closest Italian restaurant we found and we got so lucky. Everything we ordered was amazing. Great variety of dishes ave delicious deserts. If we are in Mission Viejo again, we would definitely go back
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Delizie Ristorante & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
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4.7
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Megan
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Our visit to the Jingle Bar was great. Victoria was our waitress and she was the BEST!
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Skyloft OCPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
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4.5

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Piccolino Ristorante

2. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

3. Oliver’s Trattoria

4. Delizie Ristorante & Bar

5. Skyloft OC

6. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook

7. Prego Restaurant

8. Pelican Grill

9. Hannas Prime Steak

10. Marché Moderne

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