This place is super underwhelming. Nice ambiance inside but that's about it. For drinks, my friends and I ordered at the same time and they got theirs 5 minutes later. It took them almost 20 minutes to bring out my aperol spritz. For food, I tried the bolognese and chicken Marsala. The bolognese tasted like frozen food spaghetti and the chicken Marsala was bland, lacking flavor. For the price point, the food was not worth it. After we finished, we were asked if we were celebrating anything and we mentioned it was our friends birthday. They brought our friend out dessert and CHARGED us for it. If we knew they were going to charge us after asking that, we would have just had our friend order something of his own choice. Shady. read more

We had an amazing date night on a Friday night. Our waiter was so helpful in helping me pick the right wine. We split the ceaser salad which was so so good and they plated it on two plates for us. I had LINGUINE FRA DIAVOLA and it was soooo tasty. I don't really understand plating shrimp with the shell on it, but I managed. The complimentary focaccia was not very good but the garlic herb butter they serve with it was very tasty. Highly recommend coming here for your Italian date night. The ambience is very romantic. read more

We were here on Saturday night, and have not been here since COVID / new ownership. The Short rib pappardelle was no longer on the menu. We ordered the caprese salad and calamari as starters. The tomatoes in the caprese salad were not ripe and quite firm, maybe get tomatoes from the local farmers market for this dish. The calamari was tough, portion size was comical and not like it used to be before change of ownership. My wife had the chicken parmesan and I had the chicken marsala. Portions sizes were not like before, as I had one half of one chicken breast in my dish. There were maybe four tables in the entire restaurant that had people seated at them at 5:30. Hostess sat us in a small two top in the corner and then sat a three top right next to us with some loud takers from New York, ugh.... Anyway, sub par experience, one and done. read more

Ambience was nice, sold us on the portabella mushroom appetizer that ran out after we ordered it. Then they recommended the shrimp scampi dish which sounded good. It ended up being 2 prawns for $32 dollars with a mediocre sauce ( a but expensive IMO) also one of the prawns was not edible and tasted bad so we sent it back. I have generally heard good things about this restaurant and maybe this was just coincidence but we ended up not having dinner there given the experience. read more

Fantastic cozy restaurant with excellent service. I had the short ribs ravioli which were delicious and the portion was generous. My wife had the chicken piccata which was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this place. read more

We went there as a group of 7 for a Bday gathering. Everything was well as far as the service and the friendliness of our server. The food was great also but the only reason I'm giving this place a 4 star is that they kind of rushed us through ordering and when it came to our friend's Bday they did not serenade her like they did others which felt kind of wrong and we had to ask to get a half ass one. Also, when it came to paying the bill they kept pushing us as we were trying to split our checks and suddenly the server went crazy on us saying he was short and I had to go back and show the manager how we were doing it and how we were paying the server 20% tip even though we were splitting on different cards. He kept screaming and getting upset that we had to pay all his tip in cash which was very rude and unprofessional and ruined our whole night and experience. read more

Freaking awesome! We had the zucchini with meat sauce and calamari for appetizers with a glass of Pinot noir to start and shared the spaghetti and lobster with extra tail for dinner. They put a twist on it with a pink sauce because we couldn't decide between a white sauce and a red sauce. Noah helped us make an excellent compromise and it turned out brilliant. Our dogs were accommodated on the patio and the overall service and atmosphere was perfect from beginning to end. read more

Very nice place, we went for happy hours without knowing. Everything was great so was the price! The food and atmosphere was great and taste like Italian dishes. Fresh and pleasant read more

My husband surprised me and made reservations tonight at Rumari's in Laguna Beach for my birthday. It was fantastic. I had souvlaki with beef filet and my husband had chicken Parmesan. For desert we had grand mariner soufflé for desert. It was delicious. The ambiance was old world Italian. Our server Saul was attentive and knowledgeable. We will definitely be back. read more

This was our first visit and we couldn't be happier. Warm welcome upon arrival. On time seating for our reservation and warm cozy booth as we asked for. Saul our server friendly, professional and had a great personality. Saul shared with us the evening's Specials and offered wine or a cocktail. Our food choices were amazing and just full of flavor. Now let's get to dessert a Grand Marnier Soufflé that was to die for. We were very pleased with our entire experience and will definitely be returning. And thank you Saul for your excellent and attentive service! We were celebrating my wife's Birthday! read more

This is not the old Rumari. It is under new ownership. They have changed the cuisine from Italian to Italian/Greek, not a bad idea. The atmosphere is nice enough, with a heated front patio. An honest mistake on our drink order was quickly remedied by very friendly service. Unfortunately they have to work on the food. When a restaurant uses expensive ingredients, the challenge is two-fold: 1) For the price point, they will have high expectations and a lot of restaurants that they compete with. 2) Given the price, the food has to be that much better than a meal at a casual eatery. Unfortunately, the new Rumari comes up short on both accounts. On the first point, Serẽa at the Hotel del Coronado is the same price and has far better food. On the second point, I would prefer a $13 shrimp burrito at Lourdes in Cardiff. At Rumari, the seafood was overcooked in the cioppino. read more

Location of this place is super convenient. Inside is super cozy. The food is delicious read more

Rumari - Traditional Greek meet - Italian Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Very good service! The food was delicious. We ordered calamari, meatballs, Greek salad, pasta tea diavola, and it was all SO good. Very pet friendly and accommodating. Great energy on the patio. Would def go back! read more

I picked this restaurant due to the other reviews and wanted to find a good restaurant for my husbands birthday. The service was good but the food we ordered was subpar. We got the chicken souvlaki and the chicken was dry and not like greek chicken and the tzaziki tasted fizzy. We were disappointed with the food quality but the service was very nice. Will not return due to the food. read more

I'm honestly hesitating about posting this review because the selfish part of me wants to keep Rumari all to myself. But alas, I shall share my exquisite experience with all you Yelpers. We've been wanting to try the updated restaurant for a while, notably their 3p-5p happy hour (Wed-Sun). We walked over at 4pm on a Friday afternoon and sat at a two top in the bar area. Ambiance: I love that it is still similar to how Rumari was before the reboot. Simple, clean, Mediterranean feeling. The service was very professional and attentive. The hostess was super friendly as well. Drinks: The happy hour wines by the glass were excellent. My favorite was the Cline chardonnay. Glasses were between $7-$9 each. Pours were nice! I liked that the selection consisted mainly of Italian and Greek wines. They had one CA red available at the time. Food: Wow. I could taste the quality in every bite. First of all, the happy hour offered both Italian and Greek dishes. We began with the Meze Plate, which had a rich, creamy, and tangy tzaziki sauce and a heaping pile of salty, delicious olives. There were a few other dips as well as two dolmas. The pita bread (4 slices) had an epic bite to it. You know when you take a bite out of a piece of warm, doughy pita and the bite mark remains perfectly intact, all squished together, perfect for forensic evidence? Just like that. The cheese in the Eggplant Parmesan was delightfully crispy and held up well against the savory and light red sauce. Definitely a winner. The Greek Salad was presented beautifully in a bowl with thick chunks of cucumber, red onion, green pepper slices, grape tomatoes, a few kalamata olives, and a thick slab of feta drizzled with olive oil. The dressing was simple and flavorful. 24 hours later and I'm still thinking about the meal we had yesterday. Run, don't walk to Rumari! I can't wait to return. read more

excellent food filet steak and calamari was ok tiramisu was excellent & cappuccino was tasty! read more

The service was top notch, the food delicious, and it was a perfect for our anniversary celebration!

Rumari is a gem in Laguna Beach! The food was fresh, flavorful, etc. I had the pasta, pizza, and one more food (I forgot the name) and every bite was perfection. The service was warm and welcoming without being overbearing; our server made great recommendations and really elevated the experience. The ambiance is cozy, with a romantic, rustic Italian vibe and a pretty nice view from the outside. Whether you're celebrating something special or just enjoying a night out, Rumari is a must-visit. read more

Made reservations and upon arrival we were told the only available table was a "high top" table. I asked about all the other empty tables in the other side. Was told they are all unavailable because of an event and the only other available table was for a "VIP" who "pre-paid". Maybe don't overbook your reservations when you're having a "event" in such a small restaurant. My girls where taking me out for an early mothers day and this could have ruined my night. But my girls are awesome and we went and had a great meal at seven better restaurant. Will never return to this restaurant again! read more

Ordered two pastas and salad and desert. Both pastas were too hard. If you have sensitive stomach, make sure to ask them to cook a little longer for noodles. Salad and desert were okay. read more

Yum Yum Yum! Waitress was very attentive. Great ambience. Food is delicious. Perfect for date tonight or family and friends. Give it a try. Won't be disappointed. read more

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Good service , excellent drinks and yummy food. Definitely try the Carpaccio appetizer !

We ate here for my friend's birthday and truly did not want to leave. The staff was so attentive to our needs, allowing us to choose whichever table we wanted to sit at and making sure the shades outside were not bothersome with the quickly moving sunset. They gave us a complimentary birthday cake & a few of the waiters sang a BEAUTIFUL birthday song to us. Felt so loved! And the food was delicious. We came on Sunday during happy hour & got white wine, feta fries, and margherita pizza! read more

Greek salad, chicken parm and lychee mocktail are a MUST.! I've been there at least 20 times and always enjoy. Our server Noah was perfection. read more

Excellent service, the water was very attentive. The owner stopped by our table to make sure we were satisfied. Super friendly staff. Drinks were on point. Food is delicious! Will be back to try more items. read more

Rumari - Veal Piccata and Lobster Fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Very quaint and elegant place! Took my girlfriend and her mother out here for a Valentine's Dinner and everything was exceptionally delicious. Staff was very friendly and very accommodating. read more

Absolutely divine ambience and food! The warm and cozy vibe fosters a healthy appetite, and the dishes do not disappoint. Definitely coming back to try more! read more

Rumari - Evening view of main dining room. - Italian Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

We had a wonderful experience at Rumari. The menu is a fusion of Italian and Greek. The food was excellent and the staff very friendly. There isn't a children's menu, however my daughter was able to order spaghetti in a red sauce that she loved. While she enjoyed Italian, we(mom and dad) chose the more Greek-ish items off the menu (Greek salad topped with a large chunk of Feta, pollo limone, and filet mignon). I'm just sorry I don't have any photos to share. I guess we were too in the moment enjoying the classy, yet relaxed atmosphere. White table cloths , wine glasses, bread baskets, bar. We will be back! read more

This Use To Be The Lobster Ravioli But Things Happened . This was nothing short of an annihilation ! This Was So Amazing ! The Vibe Was Nothing Short Of Amazing ! The Vibe was Impeccable great music dem lighting . I'm gonnna be a regular here do get here before I do won't be any good left by the time I leave the property! read more

Rumari - Italian Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Damn, This place is Fire, and expensive. Don't forget your credit cards folks lol. I love the Greek Lamb Chops here. Our second time here. I got the Greeks Lamb Chop plate with Greeks salad and a couple of other side orders. The Lamb is delicious with Lamb jelly to dip it inside, and they use Rosemary too for lamb. Menu items are great. Portions are kind of big. Depending what you order. We had a awesome waiter. They were cool in helping us out. Can't wait to visit again. read more

Really disappointing experience. My husband and I came here at 8pm on Saturday night for what was supposed to be a romantic date night. Unfortunately, minutes after we were seated a couple with a toddler came in and were seated next to us. She was only moderately disruptive at first but by 9:30pm she was standing on the booth seat having a full-blown meltdown. When her parents chose to ignore her, management should have stepped in and asked them to take her outside instead of ruining everyone else's experience. For a restaurant claiming to have a romantic ambiance, this just shouldn't be allowed. Aside from that, the food was also very mediocre. The starter was undercooked and the main dishes were lacking flavor. Our server was awesome though. read more

Ah, freshly back from our Grecian and Italian escapade--a honeymoon stitched together with olive groves and ancient ruins--we were over the moon to stumble upon Rumari! A culinary oasis weaving the authentic tapestries of both Italy and Greece right into the heart of Laguna. By Jove, they've nailed it! A gastronomic spectacle, each bite a standing ovation of flavor! Ah, the Moussaka! It was as if Aphrodite herself blessed each layer. And let's not forget the lobster ravioli, gallivanting across our taste buds with sliced asparagus interwoven in the sauce as its merry sidekick. Simply transcendent! To top it off, the ambiance--a waltz of romantic lighting and tasteful décor--ushered us into a setting befitting of emperors and goddesses. The service? Nothing short of divine, I say! A treasured jewel in Laguna's crown, Rumari is our newfound sanctuary where Mediterranean dreams come true. Bravissimo! read more

GREAT Menu & Wine Selection, DELICIOUS Cuisine & OUTSTANDING Service! The Ambiance was Memorable & Pleasant! You feel like your in Italy! The Seating is comfortable. Dessert Menu IS EXCELLENT! We Celebrated Mother's Day with my Mother & Mother-in-Law & Everyone LOVED the Dining Experience! Thank You! read more

I was at Rumari this evening with friends celebratin g their anniversary. We arrived 5 min utes before our reservation time, and were told that the table we had requested was already occupied. We were offered NO table in the din ing room, but a tiny table in the bar, or a table outside with the sun in all of our eyes. This is outrageous. I have been dining at this restaurant for more than 30 years, even after the change in ownership. These people need to do better, and hire a host/hostess who knows what he/she is doing. Rumari ruined our friends' anniversary, and convinced me to never return there. Get your act together! read more

Great birthday dinner at this restaurant that I found on Yelp. Their food is like I had in Italy. It is a small intimate restaurant with some outside seating. I would recommend. read more

My family and I were looking for a new place to have a late lunch/early dinner to celebrate my birthday. We came across this place on yelp, and decided to try it. Their happy hour menu is great! My husband had the spaghetti and meatballs, my son had the Margherita pizza, and I had the grilled eggplant. Everything was absolutely delicious! The service was outstanding, Mercedes and Julie were super attentive. Mercedes brought out a birthday dessert, and the men serenaded me in Italian. What a treat! They had the most beautiful, professional sounding voices. It was definitely a special birthday! read more

Amazing restaurant!! The pizza was delicious and the host Julie was so sweet. The place was super homey and we need more places like this in laguna! read more

Terrible service. Below average food. Place is so small and ambiance is too loud. It was my first time dinning here and I'll definitely never be back or recommend this place to anyone. Aaron was one of the worst servers I've ever experienced, especially for a "high end" restaurant like this. The staff was arrogant, rude, and showed entitlement through their attitude. It was also way too dark inside, they dimmed the lights even further halfway through our meal. This is a tactic that "nice" restaurants use to get less complaints about dirty utensils, hair in food, etc. Spare yourself the terrible dining experience and take your money elsewhere! read more

Great experience with great food - only regret is not sitting away from noisy bar. We will come back!

Mo was a fantastic waiter. We loved Rumari. We were there from Ohio and really enjoyed sitting outside under the heat lamps, with a view of the ocean. The food was excellent and we loved the Greek and Italian options. We enjoyed the tiramisu. It had so much flavor just like all of the food we had. We will be back. read more