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    Jeanette K.

    It was always in the back of my mind to visit this place whenever I stop by Laguna, since I've seen it all over social media. The aesthetics and vibes were very cute and photogenic, and I see why this place has gone viral. Street parking was a bit rough, but it was probably the spring break crowd. However. Upon the recommendation of a coworker who raved about everything on the menu, I grabbed the classic burger, upgraded to a side caesar salad, and shared a plate of fries. Like, let me play it safe and try the basics on the menu first, because in my head, I was already imagining bringing friends here in the future. Dare I say that everything I ordered was just bland and unseasoned. Burger was decidedly average, nothing special. It looked like, and tasted like a high school cafeteria burger, if I'm going to be so honest. Salad looked good (for the camera), and fries were fine, I guess. I felt so underwhelmed by the food (especially at the price point) since it was such a stark difference from the actual decor and hype I saw online. Although, when I came back to the counter to order a Mexican coke, I did notice they sell sauces on the side for like 75 cents. But, just the overall taste in everything I ordered was underwhelmingly flavorless. I feel like the food should stand on its own without adding sauces. Another thing, which I also see in other reviews: auto tip starts at 20% for a walk-up counter. It def was a bit awkward to manually change the tip amount while the cashier was staring down at me. Lastly, this restaurant has vague/unclear Mediterranean roots, if you know what I mean. The cashier himself seemed hesitant to explain when I asked what kind of Mediterranean food this restaurant serves. On Yelp, the restaurant is listed as "New American" cuisine, but I looked at news articles later on about the chef's inspirations/ recipes, which are served with an "Israeli flare". You can decide yourself what to do with that information.

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    Lissett C.

    First time coming here ! It's a hidden gem. You can tell locals come here a lot. One thing I will say the parking is hard to find. You will have to park on the street. When you arrive here, I recommend scanning the QR code to see the menu. You order your food first and then find your seating. I had to try their famous Ahba burger and let me tell you it was so delicious. So beefy and filling! Had their Vanilla Latte and it was made just right!! Cute little beachy vibe spot.

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    Alana F.

    I know this is going to be a hot take, but I'm not sure what the hype is about surrounding AhbA. After seeing endless videos on social media about this spot, I figured I'd give it a try. It's tucked a little way off the main area of Laguna but still easily accessible. The inside offers a good amount of seating for the size and the outdoor seating looks a bit close together but nothing that would make or break the experience. Ordering at the window was easy and I was able to find a spot inside. I'd apparently just missed the huge lunch rush which would make sense for a Saturday afternoon. The guy who took my order was super sweet and helpful. My food came out pretty quickly but when they set the plate down, I was a bit disappointed. The burger looked to be pretty standard, like a diner burger. While looks can be deceiving, the burger did have some good flavor, thanks to the pepper spread they put on there. But if I'm honest, the spread is what made the burger good. The Cajun fries were the star of the show, offering a nice kick to complement the burger. I'm glad I gave this place a try and it was a decent meal; however, I'm not sure it's worth the relatively steep price or the hype it's getting. That's the beauty of food though, it's all based on what you like and maybe this burger does it for other people.

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    Ken H.

    I had the privilege of being waited on by Matt P: the exceptionally congenial & professional manager of the very quaint, the very sexy Ahba Laguna. Matt's promptness, attention to detail, & willingness to provide a seamless experience really made a remarkable first impression on my already stunned face. I had a unique order that is not typically on the Ahba menu. I wanted a glass of OJ, & Ahba was not exactly serving breakfast drinks at 7p when I placed the order. However, Matt made it happen. I do not know how or where Ahba gets their OJ from. I do know the juice tastes like the oranges were picked from a tree of life, squeezed by the tender hands of archangels, & dripped into elegant plastic bottles. The bottle of OJ Matt produced from the back of Ahba might well have been the sweetest, most nourishing, taste slaking juice I have had in years. Two friends dining with me asked for a taste due to my bemusement with it. Their reactions were similar: the OJ elicited awe. I complemented my OJ with a smashburger and fries. A demonstrably savory burger. I had to set my gullet to inhale after the first bite because the smashburger is addicting. Once I had made the smashburger disappear, I ate the fries. Slowly at first, & then more quickly as my appetite for them grew more ravenous. I left Ahba quite sated. Yes the drinks and entrees are all refreshing & enriching. I must recommend begging Matt or whoever at Agba will listen for a bottle of their fresh OJ. To not try the juice at this eatery suggests a wasted life. Orange you glad I passed on this wisdom.

    Elisa G.

    I have driven by here so many times on my way to Laguna and my friend said it was great so I ordered it from Uber eats tonight. I'm definitely hard to please and high maintenance. They have a lot of boxes for me to check off of stuff I don't like cheese I'll let you know how it is! It looks really healthy so that's a good start! The cauliflower was super spicy but the yogurt sauce diluted it luckily. Average cucumber salad but I like the crispy salmon on top! That was the highlight of my delivered meal. The side of chicken breast was OK. The yams were bland and need some tahini I'm excited to dine in next time! I'm sure it will be amazing!

    Katy C.

    AhbA Burger * double wagyu smash, american cheese, caramelized onion, fresno chili, aioli, pickles, fries Pita Sandwich * choice of braised lamb, cauliflower or chicken (pictured), with cucumber, red onion, zhoug, hummus, tahini, herbs * only on their lunch menu * a trendy new American restaurant known for its smash burger (except both items ordered are a must-try!) * has locations in Costa Mesa and Laguna Beach (though I highly recommend visiting the Laguna Beach one since it is right off the PCH and has a speakeasy next door to relax in after) * perfect stop for any time of the day with brunch, lunch, and dinner options 10/10

    Cappuccino and purple (blueberry) lemonade
    Tutor- K.

    I usually go to Ahba Restaurant for their labneh toast and avocado toast, but this time I decided to try something different--and wow, I'm so glad I did. The Caesar salad was absolutely out of this world. The dressing was incredibly flavorful (I even asked for extra!), and it really made the whole dish stand out. The burger was also perfectly done, topped with caramelized onions and cheese--honestly, such a great keto-friendly breakfast option. Of course, I couldn't skip their cappuccino. It came with beautiful latte art, and it tasted just as good as it looked. The vibe here is always a win--super chill, stylish, and you can choose to sit inside or outside. Everything is consistently fresh and delicious. Definitely one of my favorite spots for brunch on weekends!

    Underwhelming avocado toast
    Daph H.

    I had been to the AhbA in Costa Mesa and was curious to try the Laguna Beach location. It's set in a house on PCH, where you order from a window and then take your number to a table, either inside or outside. I ordered the avocado toast off the brunch menu. This was the most disappointing avocado toast I've ever eaten. I don't remember what the menu description was, but I swear it sounded better than what I received - thin avocado slices on a overly toasted piece of bread, with some feta cheese crumbles, drizzle of olive oil and sea salt. I felt pretty stupid for ordering it. My husband's shakshuka was fine. It lacked the spicy heat that one normally expects from the fiery tomato sauce. AhbA is super popular, so maybe I ordered wrong. I should have thrown caution to the winds and ordered the smash burger - arteries be damned.

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    Mandro E.

    Went for brunch on a Sunday. Food is good and we got plenty of different items. Missing pics from some food items. Favorites were the whipped feta and the french toast. We also got the american breakfast and the breakfast burrito which were pretty solid as well. Service is generally OK, but vibes are amazing. Parking can sometimes be tough but overall manageable. Will be back soon to try some other items! Always like to go for a stroll on the opposite side for unlimited ocean views after brunch and recommend you do the same!

    Cesar salad with salmon
    Stephanie L.

    The service was friendly in the food area. I came around 5:30pm on Sunday night and went to the bar to get a drink but was told they were closing even though the restaurant was completely full. I was advised to go to the speakeasy next door where it was busy and took a long time to order a drink. The place was very cute and would go again if it didn't take such a long time to get the things I ordered. The lamb is fantastic. Everything else was average

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    Karlee B.

    A wonderful post hike spot for brunch. It's so cozy and full of character and they have amazing food and coffee. They keep the menu simple and do it well. Quick moving line to order and quick service without feeling rushed. Be try friendly service. French toast was so moist and not overly sweet - it's great. Their espresso has great flavor and looks beautiful.

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    Ilyssa E.

    Checked this food spot out in laguna nearby thousand steps beach ! This place is such a cute spot to hangout with friends or go on a date! I loved the aesthetic of this place it felt very "homey". The workers were very welcoming, they take your order on the inner side of the restaurant and bring it out to your table. I ended up getting the egg sammie with some garlic fries. My meal was bomb! They also have a small jug of water with some glass cups outside which i thought was nice. The vibe was chill, it was mostly groups of 2-4 people each table. It's right on the street so we parked a bit far back but the weather was perfect for walking. I would come again to try something else forsure. It started getting busier at sunset. The music was cool whoever was on aux. The menu is also small so it's not hard to choose, for those that over think what to eat!!!

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    Kate C.

    The drinks were super good! As for the food, I was not in love with the burger like everyone else is. I really wanted to love it but I thought it was okay. We got garlic fries which were good. The whipped feta was good too but I do think they should have blended up the feta more, it wasn't quite whipped, it was chunky like cottage cheese. The Brussels were super good and had an interesting flavor! As for the place, the vibes were super cute and service was great. My only issue was lots of flies in the seating area outside but it's summer and hard to control. I would definitely try it again but I'm not itching to get back.

    Looked like a normal hamburger but what was inside was  poison!

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    Studio Mediterranean - Medjool Date Tart

    Studio Mediterranean

    4.1(33 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This place is a 10/10 for many reasons. I have been here twice and the food has been beyond…read moreincredible. My absolute favorite dish the first time I came was a lobster pasta dish which used flavor combos I never expected. Mouthwatering. I was sad to see it was off menu this time but happy to be informed they had the dish but with orzo instead. Excellent, mouthwatering, delicious. Service is wonderful. Staff are very knowledgable. Place is beautiful and Romantic Drinks are awesome and so creative I will drive back from LA for this great restaurant. My only request- please bring back the lobster pasta dish.

    We had a mixed experience. While the drinks were genuinely excellent and a highlight of the…read moreevening, the food and service didn't quite meet expectations for a place like this. The black cod was disappointing, it had a jelly-like texture and lacked flavor altogether. The rice on the side was only medium quality and overwhelmed with too much garlic which made it hard to enjoy. Service also fell short. The red wine was poured carelessly and the glass wasn't cleaned afterward which is something you wouldn't expect at a restaurant of this caliber. Additionally the Prosecco was poured over the glass in a messy way, reflecting a lack of attention to detail. Overall, while the cocktails stood out, the food quality and service need improvement.

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    Harvest - Smoke hamburger

    Harvest

    4.0(598 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$$

    So excited to discover this hidden gem tucked inside Laguna Hills!…read more Located on a beautiful golf course, Harvest offers beautiful views, as well as an extensive menu of elevated Californian cuisine and innovative cocktails. We stopped by spontaneously for a weekend brunch after seeing this spot on social media, and were pleasantly surprised that it 100% lived up to the hype! One of our favorites was the ceviche, which came with a tasty mix of cooked white fish, tomato, peppers, onion and cilantro paired with fresh tortilla chips, and is a refreshing option for a hot summer Californian day. I also surprisingly enjoyed the bone marrow, which was so deeply flavorful without being overwhelmingly rich, and paired beautifully with their freshly roasted bread. Also highly recommend trying their cocktails, especially the French, which comes with a creative spin of raspberry sorbet and brut to pour over. Definitely check out this hidden gem restaurant for innovative and elevated Californian cuisine if you're in Laguna!

    This place is amazing! A hidden gem in the canyons of Laguna. If you want a nice dinner with a…read moremountain retreat feel, this is the spot! Friendly service , really good food and incredible atmosphere. Good for happy hour drinks to sit outside and enjoy the view with friends. Also good for a nice dinner date to impress. They also have a hotel which I want to stay at soon!

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    The Deck On Laguna Beach - Burrata salad

    The Deck On Laguna Beach

    4.0(2.3k reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    The deck is a great place to have a meal and look out over the vast Pacific Ocean. The views from…read morethe outdoor seating area are absolutely stunning. The service is great and the food is really good. This is the second or third time we've been to the deck while visiting Laguna Beach and it does not disappoint. We shared several different items between the four of us and enjoyed delicious cocktails. Definitely recommend this restaurant if you are in Laguna Beach during the day & really take in those view!

    Fabulous experience recently when me and a few friends decided to hit this patio restaurant bar for…read morecocktails and a preshow dinner. First off the view of the shoreline and sunset were AWESOME, perfect backdrop to start a weekend of fun. Service was great, accommodating and welcoming. The first couple arrived at the bar, later joined by more of us and we squeezed in since it would be sometime before we could get a table (no reservations but no matter). The bar tender told us we could order food at the bar so that works since we didn't want to be late for the show. Well shortly after ordering drinks, a table miraculously opened up for our group so we moved. The food was great as I had a seafood Cobb salad which hit the spot. Others had fish tacos, hamburgers and said their food was delicious. No complaints at all from our group and only thanks to me for choosing this place to meet up at. A winner in my mind and I'll be sure to come back next time I am in the area!

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    Hook & Anchor - Shrimp Cocktail

    Hook & Anchor

    4.3(202 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    If you're in the area... you NEED to try Hook & Anchor…read more Everything was so good, but that bread pudding?! Next level. I'm still thinking about it.

    I had heard through social media and reviews that this place has the best lobster roll in Orange…read moreCounty and once again I find all the hype to be inaccurate. The menu looks great, offering what looks to be delicious seafood. And I imagine that they offer great seafood. , just not in the form of a lobster roll. I was born and raised in New England and I know what a Maine style lobster roll is. What they offer here is nothing like a Maine style lobster roll and honestly, it tasted gross.. The iconic Maine lobster roll is made from simple ingredients, It is the perfect combination of mounds of lobster , mayonnaise, and lemon juice maybe a little salt.. served chilled in a toasted bun. Sometimes you get minced celery . What was served to me at Hook and Anchor was a lobster roll served in a brioche bun, and when I looked at it, it looked like it had hot cheese on top of it. But that wasn't cheese.. That was hot garlic mayonnaise, or aoili. I had to eat it with a knife of fork, and the overwhelming flavor is garlic. That's too bad because lobster has a delicate flavor and overpowering it with hot garlic, mayonnaise , it just was not very good It was bad. Again a lobster roll is served cold and that it was hot made it worse. If this is what you serve please don't say it's a Maine style lobster because it absolutely is not. However, we did split a clam chowder and that was delicious so my guess is that they have items on the menu that are good and I probably will go back to try their other entrees But please don't tell people that this is a Maine style lobster roll. And lastly, there is another classic style of lobster., I think that's considered New York, and that is warm a lobster with melted butter, drizzled all through it that I think does have minced celery . This style of lobster roll is decadent and delicious. And I don't understand how people who review lobster rolls on TikTok and Instagram somehow in Orange County don't know what a classic Maine lobster roll is

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    237 Ocean Avenue - Brunch Sundays 11am to 4pm

    237 Ocean Avenue

    4.5(75 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    We came on NYE. There was music happening at 9pm, but we…read morecame early and missed it. That was our fault. We were the only ones there. The experience was all over the map. The owner served us initially, and he was really friendly and funny. We ordered a bottle of wine, and some cocktails. We put in some salads and an appetizer, they were really really good. But after that, our server (the owner we were told) left, and another server introduced himself. The new server was inattentive. He sat chatting with the other servers at the bar, leaving empty glasses and empty plates on the table. We had to flag him to come back to fill water. Having been myself in the service industry for years, my biggest pet peeve is when servers sit and chat where you can see them, and when they do come, they don't do a sweep and take care of things on the table. We had to put our empty glasses and trash on a side table. It was weird. The bolognese had hardly any meat in it. It was mostly tomato and onion. I've been to Argentina. Meat is a staple. Also weird. We ordered dessert and after waiting for 5-10 minutes, the server came back and told us they were missing crucial ingredients to make it. The owner came back at the end and was really gracious, but all in all, I think the execution was lacking. The service was not great. The food was 3.5/5 I love to support small business, perhaps we will try again another night.

    Karaoke Tuesday was a disaster! It's all about money…read more We spent $120 on drinks for 3 people. Plus Tips. We were on the Q. Until we're NOT. Because (they actually announced) someone paid more. Go ponder.

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    Salt Creek Grille

    Salt Creek Grille

    4.2(3.2k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Private events

    We've found the Salt Creek Grille a very worthy return over the last several years - from Sunday…read moreBrunch to date nights. The atmosphere is always most pleasant inside and they've continued to provide outdoor opportunities worthy of one's consideration. The sand play area outside is great for small children with lounge seating to enjoy spirits and conversation. The entry deck has nice high tops - with glimpses of the ocean across PCH. Heaters scattered throughout. Note: PCH drivers / vehicles can be interruptive when trying to enjoy the outdoor settings - but it is typically brief and intermittent. Host / Service staff have always been knowledgeable, attentive and on point. Food (options / preparation) is consistently well done with delicious options to indulge or share together.

    Disaster Birthday. Unfortunate…read more Went to Salt Creek Grill for my birthday with my girlfriend and my parents while we were back in Dana Point. We picked it because we've driven past it forever and it always seemed like one of those solid local spots. Saturday night, special occasion, figured it was a safe choice. It ended up being one of the more disappointing dinners we've had in a while. Prices are high across the menu, which would be fine if the food matched, but it really didn't. Nothing was awful, just very average for what they charge. The kind of meal where you keep waiting for something to justify the price and it never does. Service was also strange the whole night. We put in the reservation notes and even called ahead to say we were celebrating a birthday, and when we got there nobody mentioned it at all. My girlfriend went up to the host stand to check on it and got a scoff and a very confused response like she was asking for something unusual? High schoolers can be great employees but need genuine training. Our waiter didn't seem rude exactly, just very low effort. A lot of mumbling, short answers, not really paying attention even though the restaurant wasn't busy. At one point we ordered a Sprite and a sparkling water, and when the drinks came out we asked which was which. He told us to taste them and figure it out, which kind of summed up the level of service the whole night. The birthday dessert finally came out right after we paid the bill, right before we were about to leave, like someone remembered at the last second. Overall it just felt like a place that isn't trying very hard anymore. You can't charge those prices, have a half-empty dining room on a Saturday, and give that level of food and service and expect people not to notice. Sad it did not live up to its lore. Food was maybe a 5/10 Service around a 3/10 Overall experience probably a 4/10 Not the worst restaurant ever, but definitely not somewhere I'd go back to, and not somewhere I'd recommend if you're looking for a nice dinner in Dana Point. I have told many people not to go there.

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