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Mozambique Restaurant, Laguna Beach, CA

Mozambique Restaurant

4.4
4.4
3053 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
23:30
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for live music
Mozambique blends exotic adventure with warm hospitality, offering a menu rich with South African influences, including signature Peri-Peri prawns, wood-fired steaks, and flavorful curries. The three-story venue boasts stunning ocean views from its Veranda rooftop, elegant dining in the Durban Room, a lively music scene in the newly renovated Ivan’z House (formerly the Shebeen, updated in July 2024), and a serene garden patio.
Reservations will guarantee a table in our restaurant, but seating area is subject to availability. Please expect an additional wait for Rooftop Seating, Live Music, and other high demand areas. To book a Private Event or 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Southern African, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed 11:00–22:00 Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–00:00 Sun 10:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (949) 715-7777
  • Website
    http://www.mozambiqueoc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We can bring a Taste of Mozambique to your business, personal or holiday event. <br />Catering menus available, please call event coordinator for details. You can also email us at info@mozambiqueoc.com
  • Private party facilities
    For large parties and special occasions, we combine ambience, excellent service and elegance to create the perfect setting for your next corporate event, rehearsal dinner and or wedding reception.
  • Private party contact
    Reta Ricketts and Karina Keene: (949) 715-7777 ext. 2
  • Location
    1740 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
  • Area
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross Street
    Agate St. & South Coast Highway
  • Parking details
    $10 Valet Parking. Free Self Parking Monday-Thursday until 3pm. When parking on the street, please be aware there is no parking in the “Quiet Zone” after 9pm. SAFE RIDE Free transportation between 5-10 miles, to and from Mozambique, plus Skyloft, Rumari and Bodega Laguna! Daily, after 5pm. Dinner reservations required. Gratuity not included. Call for more details 949-715-7777.
  • Public transit
    Laguna Beach Trolley all weekends and summer weekdays, free transport from all points through Laguna Beach.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Happy Hour at Mozambique! Enjoy $1 off draft beer and house wine, plus delicious cocktails like $10 Mojitos, Margaritas, and Well Drinks. Savor flavorful bites such as Chicken Wings, Calamari, and BBQ Chicken Flatbread starting at $12. Indulge in South African-inspired dishes like Peri-Peri Chicken, Traditional South African Pie, or Peri-Peri Prawns—all perfect for pairing with your favorite drinks. Available Wednesday-Friday from 3-6 PM and Saturday-Sunday from 3-5 PM. Don’t miss out on these great deals! *Excludes holidays and holiday weekends.
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Menu

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What 3,053 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mozambique Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "stunning rooftop views" of Laguna Beach. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "excellent service," and vibrant ambiance. Highlights include live music, a diverse menu with standout dishes like "filet mignon" and "Peri-Peri shrimp," and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for special occasions.

3,053 Reviews

  1. Sharad

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite Menu, GREAT Tasting Cuisine & OUTSTANDING Customer Service! The Drink Menu has a NICE Wine Selection! The waiters were frequently checking on us to refill our drinks.

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  2. Leigh

    VIP

    Indiana

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we visit Laguna we have to eat at Mozambique. It never dissappoints. The menu has some unique items you can’t get everywhere. The Durban Curry is my husband’s go to dish. The service is always great too. We had Greg as our server for a second time and he’s awesome.

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  3. Ricardo

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, this is the third time going, and each time I’m greeted with excellent customer service as well as incredible food. Definitely recommend for anyone.

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  4. Derek

    VIP

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    It was really disappointing. I never knew who my server was, & we had to order from a pre-set menu and each course tasted like it was sitting out for hours. I was embarrassed that I chose this place for Valentines Day

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  5. Matt

    Orange County

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I had high hopes for Mozambique, but unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from start to finish. It started with the host leading us to a table meant for someone else—not once, but twice. When we were finally seated, the tables were packed in pretty tightly, which made things uncomfortable, especially for someone my size (6’3”). It felt cramped from the start. The amuse-bouche came out cold, which set the tone for the rest of the meal. The service was painfully slow—we sat down at 7 PM and didn’t leave until almost 10. To make matters worse, our food arrived before a couple seated next to us, even though they had been there first. They were understandably upset and confronted the waiter, which made the whole situation awkward for us, as we felt like they were staring at us in frustration. And the food? Cold. Nothing came out warm, which just added to the disappointment. On top of that, the menu pricing was misleading—I thought the entrée was $89 for two, but it turned out to be per person. That should have been made much clearer. Overall, it was an unpleasant experience, and I won’t be coming back. There are plenty of other places in town that offer better service, clearer pricing, and food that’s actually hot.

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  6. Kelly

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mozambique has the best food! The service is always great, everyone is very kind and helpful. We sat downstairs, the restaurant is gorgeous and has good vibes all around!

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  7. Miguel

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time eating here and everything was fantastic. Highly, highly recommend. One of the best restaurants we have eaten at here in Orange County.

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  8. David

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the vegetable soup and sampler. The Perri Perri chicken and prawns are amazing!

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  9. MICHAEL

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent the service was great . I recommend this restaurant for all occasions.

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  10. Clyde

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of seven were seated on the rooftop of the restaurant. The view of the ocean was spectacular! Thanks to the management and staff for accommodating us.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Mozambique Restaurant using the Order Online button.

Mozambique Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 3053 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
23:30
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mozambique Restaurant

1740 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Agate St. & South Coast Highway
  • Area
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed 11:00–22:00 Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–00:00 Sun 10:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Southern African, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    $10 Valet Parking. Free Self Parking Monday-Thursday until 3pm. When parking on the street, please be aware there is no parking in the “Quiet Zone” after 9pm. SAFE RIDE Free transportation between 5-10 miles, to and from Mozambique, plus Skyloft, Rumari and Bodega Laguna! Daily, after 5pm. Dinner reservations required. Gratuity not included. Call for more details 949-715-7777.
  • Public transit
    Laguna Beach Trolley all weekends and summer weekdays, free transport from all points through Laguna Beach.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.mozambiqueoc.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 715-7777
  • Catering
    We can bring a Taste of Mozambique to your business, personal or holiday event. <br />Catering menus available, please call event coordinator for details. You can also email us at info@mozambiqueoc.com
  • Private party facilities
    For large parties and special occasions, we combine ambience, excellent service and elegance to create the perfect setting for your next corporate event, rehearsal dinner and or wedding reception.
  • Private party contact
    Reta Ricketts and Karina Keene: (949) 715-7777 ext. 2

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