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!

We stopped in to have lunch the other day and was not sure what to expect. I ordered the…read morecheeseburger with mushrooms and gruyere cheese, and it was literally the best burger I've ever had. The bun was fresh and delicious and each and every ingredient was high quality and fresh for the ultimate in a delicious burger! My cousin ordered the pizza and she said it was delicious too! You order at the counter and the food is brought to you outside which is a very nice patio to sit comfortably and people watch! I enjoyed Zinc cafe very much and would definitely return!

Amazing breakfast! I wish I lived closer so I can have this again. You stand in line to order and…read morepay and there are plenty of shaded seats to indulge and enjoy! I will definitely make time to go back. Check out our yummy food.

We just ate lunch at lost pier Café on Coast Highway. We had a breakfast burrito, which was a 10…read more It had bacon scrambled eggs and a little bit of tomatoes in it with cheese so good. The service was pretty fast The ambience is outdoors with ocean breeze, and the sound of waves

It was my first time going a few days ago. Sitting at a table, it was more than enough to enjoy…read morethe beach atmosphere - sunshine, ocean breeze, and a relaxing breakfast. This cafe is the best spot at Aliso Beach and the breakfast burrito I ordered was also very good. It's a place I would love to visit more often.

I can't believe it took me this long to experience Nick's, especially as someone who's deeply…read morefamiliar with the Laguna dining scene. To put it simply: this is the kind of place Laguna has been missing. From the moment we walked in, the energy felt dialed-in in a way that immediately reminded me of a Hillstone experience -- polished but not pretentious, lively but still intimate. That balance is incredibly hard to execute, and Nix nails it. For context, I'm part owner of 230 Forest Avenue, so I don't say this lightly: Nix easily lands in my top five in Laguna Beach. We started with Aperol spritzes (perfectly balanced, not overly sweet), along with a couple of appetizers -- including a fried asparagus dish that was addictive in the best way. Crisp, flavorful, and gone way too quickly. For mains, I ordered the veggie burger, which was genuinely one of the best I've had -- hearty, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully constructed (not an afterthought, which vegetarian options so often are). My boyfriend had the noodle salad, which was fresh, vibrant, and layered with flavor. But beyond the food, what really stood out was the overall experience. The atmosphere feels intentional , great music, beautiful crowd, and a buzz that makes you want to linger. It's the kind of place where dinner effortlessly turns into drinks, and drinks turn into "should we just stay a little longer?" Laguna Beach doesn't have a ton of restaurants that hit this level across the board -- food, service, ambiance, and energy, but Nix absolutely does. We'll be back, and soon.

Can you say delicious x10?! The food here is dangerously good…read more We kicked things off with drinks, an old fashioned and a skinny margarita, both doing exactly what they needed to do! Then came the artichoke appetizer and the soup of the day... and honestly, I could've stopped there and been happy. But we powered through like professionals and went for a late lunch entrée, the Chilean sea bass- and WOW. Worth every bite. And shoutout to our server and the entire staff, total pros. Super polished, attentive, and clearly know what they're doing without being over the top. If you're looking for amazing food with a cool, laid-back vibe, Nick's is your spot. Just come hungry... and maybe wear stretchy pants.

Was running late to work and came here for the first time and tried the Wholesome Bowl wow, did not…read moredisappoint. The flavors were on point and everything tasted so fresh. You can tell they actually care about the quality of their ingredients. Loved that it was a healthy meal that didn't feel like a "healthy meal," you know what I mean? It was genuinely delicious. Highly recommend!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Was running late to work and came here for the first time and tried the Wholesome Bowl wow, did not disappoint. The flavors were on point and everything tasted so fresh. You can tell they actually care about the quality of their ingredients. Loved that it was a healthy meal that didn't feel like a "healthy meal," you know what I mean? It was genuinely delicious. Highly recommend!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I had eaten here before but i wanted to try the soft serve. I got the coconut, the vegan chocolate…read moreone and the vanilla. My favorite flavor of the three I got was the vanilla one and I'm not a fan of vanilla like that but this one reminded me of the Haagen Daz vanilla which in my opinion has the best vanilla flavor. I love how this place prioritizes health. If you ordered a drink for dine in, they gave you metal straws. The outside dining area has a beautiful view of the beach. There are not that many animal protein options here though but if you're vegetarian, this would be a great place to try out!

Great, casual place with a few fun photo opp areas and outside seating, although thats not…read moreimportant because the food is the reason for coming here. The pasta flight was amazing. Best Alfredo I've ever had. Full bottles of wine, pasta made in a cheese wheel-can't ask for more. I've found a new go-to spot!

This was my first time trying Zesty Olive. I learned that it's also the same company as Pasta Viva…read morein Irvine. Admittedly, I tried Pasta Viva first and it was a little hard not to compare the two. This location also had the same ordering system. You order on an iPad and then the server brings you the food. I think a better system would be QR codes with the option to order on your phone. The iPads can make the experience really slow when it's busy, especially because there are only 2 kiosks total. The food was good, but for some reason the Irvine location tasted much creamier. Plus, I think Irvine seems to be having fun. This time it seemed that there were only two people working, the cook and then the food runner. It just didn't seem like things were flowing as well as they could have. I did really enjoy all the great photo ops and they also have a bigger dessert menu. Overall it was great, but for whatever reason, it seemed like the Irvine location is running slightly better (or at least on the night I visited).

Came here on a Saturday around 11am no wait to be seated. Restrooms available outdoor and indoor…read moreseating. Staff friendly. Ordered the crab and shrimp enciladas. Not spicy enough filling. The chips and salsa were good. All in all good for a one time try.

This place is a complete waste of money. The food is overpriced, undercooked, and honestly…read moreembarrassing for a restaurant in Laguna Beach. The servers act like they're being inconvenienced by having customers, and the attitude is just as bad as the mediocre food they're serving. And trust me--El Torito has better food and friendlier staff, which says everything. I've lived in Laguna Beach for ten years, and even with the nice location, this spot is absolutely not worth it. Even grabbing a beer feels like a scam--prices are about 20% higher than Las Brisas or Marine Room for no reason other than greed. I once spoke to the owner, Marco, and he couldn't have been more uninterested. He came off fake, detached, and clearly not invested in the guest experience. At least Javier's down the road has leadership that actually cares when something goes wrong. Here? Not even close. Carmelita's serves stale, salty, disgusting food, paired with rude service and ridiculous prices. Save your time, your money, and your appetite. This place is a hard pass.

I'm being so honest when I say this hidden gem holds some of my favorite food in Laguna Beach…read more Right off the coast, this cozy cafe offers great food, delightful service and beautiful views. My go-to is their breakfast burrito. This is a honker of a burrito, packed with egg, cheese, bacon, guacamole, sour cream and chorizo. Most breakfast burritos are a bit skimp on the eggs but not this one -- you get what you pay for, and more. The flavors are outrageous and trust me, you'll want two salsas on the side. For $14 and the amount of food and locations of this place, the Pantry is a no brainer when you're in Laguna.

This place surprised me! It's definitely a small coffee shop vibe inside. About 5 tables, coffee…read moremenu plus various food items! Crème brûlée latte was so yummy! The breakfast burrito was made to order so it was customizable. The burrito is definitely shareable! There was outside seating but it seemed to be reserved that day for Mother's Day! Service was quick and friendly. Short walk to the beach!

Amazing service, very accommodating for prom and a large group. Boba is very fresh, and food was…read moreprepared perfectly. Restaurant is small and intimate, ambiance is wonderful

With a group of 6 on prom night, we received AMAZING service. We went around 5:30 and it wasn't…read morebusy. Our server was incredibly considerate of our larger group size, offering to split meals into two bowls and cutting the egg-rolls in half for sharing. Among our group, we got mocktails and Thai tea and we were all amazing with the rich tastes and cute presentation. Overall we had an amazing experience and I would highly recommend taking a visit!

With sadness I make this post...the only restaurant we trust with our breakfast!…read more The most amazing frittata ever! We had to visit one more time before closing on Christmas Eve! We loved that you allow pets on the patio so we didn't have to leave our yorkie at home! Please add the frittata onto the menu at Giana Thank you so much for everything!

A must go place for pastry, brunch and good service. Everything was exceptional- I wish I could…read morehave ordered one of everything on the menu. When you get the bread right - everything else is easy - yet the food still went beyond that. Yum yum, will be back again.