Best Family Style Restaurants in Laguna Beach

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1. Nirvana by Chef Lindsay

4.9

Exceptional(1723)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Laguna Beach

We are a neighborhood independent restaurant owned by Laguna Beach Native, Executive Chef Lindsay Smith with Wine Country Inspired California Coastal Cuisine in the heart of Downtown Laguna Beach, between Main Beach & the Historic Festival of Arts. Her main focus is to feed our guests the way she chooses for her our own family. In a warm and inviting atmosphere, the hope is that each guests leaves as if she were welcoming friends and family into her home. We take pride in sourcing the freshest ingredients available when creating our menus with Free Range & Organic Poultry, Sustainable Seafood, Antibiotic & Hormone Free Meats, Seasonal, Local and/or Organic Produce. We are conscious about the food we serve, the impact of our waste in lessoning our environmental footprint & supporting the local community we are within. Named one of the Top 10 Chef's in Orange County and Top 5 Chef's in Laguna Beach, Chef prides herself on quality food, friendly service and an experience to return for.

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2. Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach

4.7

Exceptional(8564)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Newport Beach

Booked 96 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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3. O Fine Japanese Cuisine - Laguna Beach

4.9

Exceptional(323)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Laguna Beach

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to O Fine Japanese Cuisine, the restaurant serves contemporary Japanese cuisine and traditional sushi in an elegant and comfortable setting. Explore beyond the sushi and sashimi such wonderful dishes as Chillean Sea Bass Misoyaki, Boneless Short Rib or Baked Lobster Tail. A must try is our signature Sashimi Sampler which has Halibut with truffle oil, Salmon with garlic ponzu, Albacore with crispy garlic, Peach Scallp, Tuna with sesame dressing and crispy onion, and Yellowtail with jalapeno. There is something for everyone from our one item entree to a variety of sushi, sashimi and fusion cuisines. We are conveniently located inside the Albertson shopping center with plenty of parking spaces for local residents or visitors. Please join us for the wonderful, exciting, O experience. We look forward to serving you soon!

4. Maro Wood Grill

4.4

Awesome(369)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Laguna Beach

Booked 3 times today

Maro Wood Grill is an Argentinean-inspired steakhouse that brings out the riches flavors of simple, seasonal, sustainable farm-to-table cuisine in a revolving rustic menu cooked under bright embers.Maro Wood Grill has been awarded for \"best burger\" in Laguna Beach, two years in a row for \"Most Delicious Dessert\" in Orange County On Fridays and Saturdays, after 9:00 pm please call the restaurant for availability.

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5. Special Events at Montage Laguna Beach

4.9

Exceptional(17)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Laguna Beach

Gather with us and enjoy specialty events at Montage Laguna Beach, from holiday celebrations to culinary experiences. Allow us to create unforgettable memories with you and your loved ones along the coast. To learn about our current special events, such as our Friends of the Chef "Taste of France" brunch on Sunday, July 14, 2024, please view the Experiences tab or scroll down below. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

6. Molo

4.6

Exceptional(224)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Newport Beach

Booked 25 times today

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7. CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach

4.7

Exceptional(2755)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newport Beach

Booked 50 times today

CUCINA enoteca is located on the west side of Fashion Island, Orange County's most sophisticated retail experience. Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of a rustic farmhouse.

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8. Louie's by the Bay

4.6

Exceptional(1417)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Newport Beach

Booked 41 times today

Louie’s by the Bay is a modern Italian steakhouse located on the waterfront along picturesque Mariners Mile in Newport Beach. With a 180-degree view of Newport Bay, a warm elegant design, and exceptional service, Louie's brings an unparalleled dining experience to Newport Beach. The restaurant is the latest addition from Ron Salisbury of El Cholo and The Cannery. The menu features authentic charcuterie and antipasti, unique pastas, prime steaks and chops, classic Italian desserts, and a truly exceptional wine list. Open for dinner nightly, with a lively and late-night cocktail scene. A presto!Join us for Bottomless Sparkling Brunch!

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9. Little Sister - Irvine

4.5

Awesome(1217)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Irvine

Booked 27 times today

East-Meets-West dishes that inspire and evoke a feeling of being welcomed into Chef Vuong's home. Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the more interesting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne out of the European colonization of Southeast Asia.Dishes blend and balance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with French techniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu is continually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and the seasons. Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage program with a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from around the world.

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10. Shorebird Newport Beach

4.7

Exceptional(145)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Newport Beach

Booked 29 times today

Experience Shorebird Restaurant's coastal allure, offering a modern twist on classic Americana flavors influenced by traditional seafood and steakhouses. Our wood-fire grill and rotisserie bring forth signature delights like the Duroc Heritage Pork Chop with Brussels sprouts and brandy-poached apples, Faroe Island’s Salmon Mignon paired with a cauliflower purée, and Harris Ranch Prime Skirt Steak featuring a red chimichurri sauce.Indulge in shareable plates like the Avocado Fries with green goddess dressing, Twice Fried Chicken Wings with chipotle gastrique, or explore our enticing "Raw Bar" selections. Shorebird beckons you to savor coastal dining with a harmonious blend of flavors, ensuring a culinary adventure that captivates the palate.When you arrive to Shorebird, to the left of the restaurant is an underground parking garage. If you bring your ticket to the restaurant, your server or hostess can validate the parking for you.

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Georgiannvip
Denver / Colorado •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had the risotto and unfortunately they were out of scallops but the grilled shrimp they substituted was just as yummy.
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Nirvana by Chef LindsayPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Laguna Beach
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4.9
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Terry
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Tonight we celebrated the 60th Anniversary of our 1st date, and we wouldn’t have had dinner anywhere else. Waitresses Allie and Kim are terrific and our friends. Five stars.
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Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Newport Beach
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4.7
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Michaelvip
Hawaii •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Nov 2024
Always outstanding at this restaurant. The lunch special is our family favorite highly recommend your next visit to O Sushi
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O Fine Japanese Cuisine - Laguna BeachPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Laguna Beach
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4.9
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kryhoskvip
Orlando / Central Florida East •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 May 2024
Passed by this place hundreds of times but finally tried and can understand why its the favorite local restaurant of good friends of ours. Menu offered a wide variety of interesting choices, food was great, and service was outstanding.
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Maro Wood GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Laguna Beach
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4.4
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HollyB
Orange County •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Aug 2023
We had a lovely evening at the Thai Pop up at the Montage. I love the use of that outdoor space for casually eating. The service was excellent. The cocktails were great. The food was also quite good although some of the portions such as the soup were quite small, the chicken satay was may be the best I’ve ever had. Please come back again.
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Special Events at Montage Laguna BeachPrice: Very Expensive• American• Laguna Beach
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4.9

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Nirvana by Chef Lindsay

2. Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach

3. O Fine Japanese Cuisine - Laguna Beach

4. Maro Wood Grill

5. Special Events at Montage Laguna Beach

6. Molo

7. CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach

8. Louie's by the Bay

9. Little Sister - Irvine

10. Shorebird Newport Beach

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