Ready to embark on a culinary adventure?  Laguna Beach's downtown village offers some of the most eclectic dining on the Pacific Coast.  Exciting local cafés and bistros tempt both the eyes and the palette.  From five-star restaurants to family favorites, Laguna serves up delicious, one-of-a-kind choices.  This summer, why not whet your appetite with some extraordinarily fresh cuisine?

Avila’s El Ranchito
avilaselranchito.net
1305 S. Coast Hwy.
949-376-7040
Enjoy authentic Mexican food, some of the best margaritas in town, and a gorgeous sunset.  This spot offers up traditional Mexican dishes as well as healthy alternatives, and breakfast is served all day and night.  With delicious food, a friendly staff, eight plasma TVs, and a beautiful ocean view, everyone will leave satisfied. 

C’est La Vie
cestlavierestaurant.com
373 S. Coast Hwy.
949-497-5100
Laguna’s only California French restaurant features spectacular ocean views overlooking Main Beach.  Here you’ll discover excellent cuisine, a French bakery, delicious coffee and dessert, a full liquor license, and a romantic outdoor patio.  Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and parties.  Free parking is on the premises.

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House of Big Fish and Ice Cold Beer
houseofbigfish.com
540 S. Coast Hwy.
949-715-4500
The name says it all!  This seafood-savvy, neighborhood hotspot boasts an upbeat atmosphere and a straightforward menu of fresh fish perfectly paired with one of the best ice cold beer selections in town.  From the clean, vibrant interior to the relaxing ocean views of the wraparound dining patio, it’s is uniquely Laguna Beach.  Fresh.  Straightforward.  California coastal.  Open daily for lunch, dinner and drinks.

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La Sirena Grill
lasirenagrill.com
30862 S. Coast Hwy.
949-499-2301
347 Mermaid St.
949-497-8226
Enjoy this popular, contemporary, fastcasual Mexican restaurant mentioned as “Best take-out Mexican food” in the LA Times, Orange Coast Magazine and Sunset Magazine.  Two convenient locations: one in downtown Laguna, and the other in the Albertson’s center across from Montage.  It’s green-friendly and features organic meats.  Open daily for lunch, dinner and drinks (11am–9pm).

Mark’s Restaurant
markslaguna.com
853 Laguna Canyon Road
949-715-4200
Nestled in beautiful Laguna Canyon, this spot is just steps away from the Sawdust Art Festival.  Featuring a modern twist on classic California cuisine, it offers an array of culinary choices in a casual yet contemporary restaurant with an exhibition kitchen.  Don’t miss the Sunday brunch menu featuring German Apple Pancakes and Canyon Rancheros, among other delicious choices.

Picayo
picayorestaurant.com
610 N. Coast Hwy.
949-497-5051
Here you’ll find award-winning French-Mediterranean cuisine served with a personal touch in a quaint, romantic, Provençal setting.  Plus, it’s Zagat rated #1 for service in Laguna Beach. Dinner is served Monday – Saturday.  Happy hour (4 – 7pm) features $5 house martinis and wines.  And Tuesday is Local’s Night with 25% off dinner.

Sorrento Grille and Martini Bar
sorrento-grille.com
370 Glenneyre
949-494-8686
This longstanding locals’ favorite is a stylish bistro with the ambience of a Mediterranean villa, serving rustic, contemporary American cuisine.  Wood-grilled seafood, chops and pastas are favorites.  It’s known for great martinis and an eclectic wine list.  A fireplace, balcony and private wine room dining is available.  Dinners served nightly and late night Friday – Saturday.

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Watermarc
watermarcrestaurant.com
448 S. Coast Hwy.
949-376-6272
Treat yourself to great food paired with great wine and spirits.  Lunch and dinner menus begin with 26 grazing plates, then move forward with contemporary and traditional menu components.  The wine program offers 239 ways to enjoy remarkable wine with cutting-edge cuisine.  Featured cocktails are offered “up”, “on the rocks”, “muddled”, and “sparkling”.

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