Celebrated a large number anniversary a couple of weeks ago, and sunsets were a big deal to us. They were so accommodating, making sure we had a great sunset view. The food was terrific. The service couldn't be better. Highly recommend. A quick stop by the Wyland Gallery before hand and the overlook between the two was also great. read more

We decided to try The Cliff Restaurant & Bar while spending the day in Laguna Beach, and we're so glad we did! We stopped in for lunch and had such a great experience from start to finish. My husband ordered the Surfin' Cowboy with fries and pepper jack cheese, while my son and I shared the mahi-mahi fish tacos with sweet potato fries. I also had a cup of the clam chowder, and everything was excellent! The food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. My husband also enjoyed a Laguna IPA. Of course, the views are what really make this place special. The restaurant sits right above the Pacific Ocean, and the views were absolutely spectacular. It was the perfect setting for a relaxing lunch while enjoying the beauty of Laguna Beach. Our server, Peter, was also wonderful. He was welcoming, very nice, and informative with suggesting menu items and he made us feel right at home. Great food, beautiful views, and excellent service...what more could you ask for! We would definitely come back the next time we're in Laguna Beach! read more

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The one star is purely for their waitlist online that states with your going to be there within 60-90 minutes you can join the online waitlist. I joined 1 hour ago, when I arrived the host said online is not correct and the start of your wait starts in person another 1-1.5 hr wait. Thanks but no thanks. You can work on your system and not mislead customers. Went to South of Nicks right across the street and sat right away at the bar. read more

Terrible customer service! I went in last Friday the 11th with the idea to get a drink and listen to some music, my first time ever at The Cliff. As I entered a small patio upstairs from where the music was playing, an employee with a name tag that said Greg on it started immediately screaming at me from accross the patio at the top of his lungs "Get out! Get out!". He then approached me and got within 2 inches of my face and continued to scream the same thing at me. I was so taken back and surprised by such crazy behaviour that I didn't even know what to say at first. I then said that I heard some music and was interested in coming in to have a drink and listen to the music. He then said, still yelling, "There's a sign over there that indicates this is a private event". I told him I did not see the sign and that he needed to calm down and treat customers much better than that. There was never a civilized approach by him. I turned around as he was still screaming very loudly "Get out and don't come back" and went to the restaurant area to look for a manager to seek some explanation about the crazy employee. The manager was not there, they told me, but someone asked me to leave my number and said the manager would contact me the next day. I went in person the next day looking for the General Manager but they told me he was busy in a meeting. I then left a voicemail for him, and I also sent an email explaining the situation. It has been almost a week since the incident and NO ONE ever contacted me. I think is needless to say how much The Cliff lacks customer relations, and how little they care about guests. Starting with some of the unhinged (posibbly on drugs) employees, to a Management team that has no interest in resolving a really bad customer service issue. read more

This is a beautiful restaurant overlooking the beach. I would recommend going around sunset to enjoy it. Staff is friendly and helpful. We got the cliffhanger to drinks, bruschetta to start, and the fish, shrimp, and fries for our entree. Cliffhanger- This has a cruzan mango rum base with mango puree, blue curacao, and lime. The mango flavor is dominant with a fresh, citrus undertone. Sweet and refreshing! Bruschetta- Juicy tomato with chopped fresh basil layered with mozzarella cheese. Drizzled with balsamic reduction and served on crispy crostini. Fresh and light. Fish, Shrimp and Chips- The seafood was fresh. Batter was tasty and everything is fried to perfection. Served with crispy fries. Perfect dish for a seafood craving. Great experience overall! read more

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I came today and got the poke appetizer and it was nasty! SO fishy and it grossed me out, I only had a few bites. How old is the fish that is served here? It was really not good. The view is nice here but the food is really gross. Luckily the service is good along with the view which is why I come back for a drink every now and again. But SKIP the food, honestly there is much better food in Laguna. read more

I came here for dinner and got the carbonara($34) and it came out in about 25 mins. The pasta was cooked good and served with an Alfredo sauce. It had some lump crab meat and shrimp. A good view with pretty solid food! Staff were friendly. Overall, a good view with solid food to support it! Food(50%): 8.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 6.5 Overall: 7.4/10 read more

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I can't believe I never knew about this beachside restaurant in Laguna until now. It's a great spot to take in the beautiful ocean views while you eat. It's Laguna so parking can be difficult but it's possible to find metered parking on the nearby cross streets if you don't mind walking a little. We opted to use their valet parking but it's $6 per hour. The restaurant is surrounded by cute shops and there's an area where they have live music on certain nights. There are a decent amount of tables outside with umbrellas for shade. If you come for happy hour on a weekday, it's only available in the upper area by the bar. We came on a Tuesday for happy hour (3- 6pm), so cocktails were $2 off and starters were half priced. They don't have that many cocktails to choose from, so I just got their red Seasonal Sangria ($16). It didn't come in a wine glass which was a little odd but it was fine. We shared their Shrimp Ceviche ($23) and Bruschetta ($19). The ceviche was okay but the bruschetta was excellent. They also had taco specials (I assume because it was Tuesday) so they were $4- 5 à la carte. I tried the Mahi Mahi and Shrimp tacos and surprisingly really liked them. The Mahi Mahi tasted fresh and so did the corn tortillas. I would definitely come back for Taco Tuesday and anytime I'm looking to dine with an ocean view. read more

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The view is lovely. The service is friendly, and it's a dog friendly restaurant. Win win. My burger was delicious... how can you go wrong with that. The French dip was horrible. No flavor, no presentation. Absolutely not worth it. I wanted to complain, but my husband didn't have the energy. So he suffered through it. Total cost: Total was $89.40 including tip. A cliff burger cost $27.00 and the French Dip was $33.00. Soft drinks were $4.95. Note to self...Next time, share a meal, and share a dessert. Then it will be worth it. read more

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Roast beef dips were very dry and chewy Supposed To be an hour wait so we ordered a cocktail and after about 20 minutes they had our table ready but seated it right where a yucca plant is located that totally blocked the sunset Service was fast read more

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The food was great. And the service was excellent. Lupe was amazingly helpful and very knowledgeable and friendly. She also gave me advice about the new menu. Thank you, Lupe. You are the best.!!! read more

The waitress was super friendly and the food was great! Maybe a little on the pricy side for what you get - I laughed a little at the $14 hot dog on the menu. I got the bruschetta to share and the pear Gorgonzola salad. The former was fine and the latter was really excellent. I shared some of the bread pudding bites and those were also really delicious, crunchy on the outside and custardy in the middle, a really interesting take on bread pudding that I loved. The view is amazing and it was the perfect spot for dinner while watching the sunset! read more

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Great location & great service! The food was really good. We just had the burgers, but they were good I definitely want to come back & try more of the menu. read more

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We ordered the Surfin Cowboy $26.00 A 1/2 lb wagyu patty topped with melty pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, onion rings, and tangy BBQ sauce on a brioche bun. And Macadamia Chicken $33.00 Succulent chicken breast crusted with macadamia, with a delicate champagne cream sauce and garnished with fresh mango and papaya. The views are great at this restaurant. It was super sunny which made it hot but, the server accommodated us and put up the umbrellas which made it comfortable. Another person in our party dinner was not satisfactory so the server took it off our bill. This was really appreciated and unexpected. Great place to enjoy if you want to eat outside. read more

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If it's a restaurant: * by the ocean * with a view * in Laguna Beach * with seafood on the menu * with table service ...then I LOVE it! I'm an ocean gal, and seriously it's all I need to make me happy. read more

The views were incredible, no doubt, but the trick is you can't enjoy those views and the happy hour at the same time :-/ I tried the Mahi fish tacos and they were pretty bland, the ceviche does come in a big serving size, but the prices seem a bit steep for food quality. We were sat quickly and the staff was super kind and made sure we were taken care of. I'd go back for happy hour, but not sure I'd order a meal read more

Great place To come with awesome views. Relaxing and causal. Pet friendly & the shop people are really nice. read more

The Cliff Restaurant - Hanging out with family & friends - American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

The Cliff is a special place in Laguna Beach. The restaurant and bar have the most spectacular ocean views you can find in SoCal. If grabbing a great meal and cocktail while watching a glorious sunset is what you're looking for you should run to the Cliff when you're in Laguna Beach. Sorry I didn't get shots of the actual restaurant but the sunset distracted me. We had a delicious shrimp cocktail with our top shelf margarita. It was perfect. They added a float of Grand Marnier and Mezcal on our Cliff Margarita and it was amazing. The service was some of the best I've had in a long time. Jose our server was a blast and provided great recommendations for us. They were very open to some of our custom cocktail requests. They're all about creating a great experience while enjoying incredible views. Go to the Cliff if you're in Laguna or Newport. It will be memorable. Salute @thejohnnycocktail read more

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Went to Cliff House for Happy Hour after going to Sawdust Festival. Had cheese nachos and coconut shrimp, and beer. I've had better coconut shrimp. It was kind of tough and the sauce that accompanied it was not very good. I'm used to a type of marmalade sauce. I liked the half price appetizers and two dollars off drinks. It wasn't that busy. Had to get up twice and find server to make request and to get our bill to pay) It was very hot and humid day, but they had plenty of umbrellas, so it worked out (although umbrellas blocked view of ocean) but it was better than sitting the hot sun. read more

You are paying for the view which is fabulous. Our waiter was very nice but we would have appreciated being told that the crab on the Louie was $10 on top of $28 for the lettuce and various veggies such as tomatoes and olives. Prices are outrageous. read more

The Cliff is one of those spots you bring friends and family to when you want to show off what Laguna has to offer. With breathtaking ocean views, it's the perfect setting for an amazing dinner date or a casual lunch with friends. The food is just as impressive as the scenery, and the staff is incredibly kind and they graciously offered plenty of recommendations which everything they suggested was phenomenal. There's onsite parking (valet for $6) or street parking right in front. Plus, there are plenty of shops and bars nearby if you want to hang out before or after your meal, and the beach is just a few blocks away. Ps. Make sure to check them out for breakfast as they have an amazing menu to pick from. read more

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My wife and I had a nice mid-week sunset dinner here during a freak heatwave in February! You can park on the street, but PCH was so busy, we happily paid the $6/hr for valet. The menu is simple but has a variety of options, including a menu for pets. I had a spicy chicken sandwich with fries and it was pretty good (but not amazing). My wife had a 1/2 turkey sandwich and small clam chowder (both good). We saw lots of people here just for drinks and appetizers. Considering the view and location, prices were very fair. Service was friendly and quick, but not memorable. But let's be honest, you're not coming here for an elevated dining experience -- you're coming here for the stellar vista! Perched on a cliff between Main Beach and Thalia St., you have clear views of Laguna Beach and out to Catalina Island. If you're visiting from out of town, this is the quintessential SoCal experience you shouldn't miss. read more

The Cliff Restaurant - Spicy chicken sandwich - American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Have only come here for brunch before on weekends but tried weekday lunch this time and it was wonderful! Still can't best the coastal view-the pina colada was delicious! As was the ahi tuna poke and hearty sandwich. Very satisfying meal and experience! read more

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Food is average to above average with great ocean patio seating. Service good with views making up for any shortcomings.

This place is really nice, i love the view, the area, the prices, everything was really great around here, but definitely the food is very delicious, the calamari is really great in here i had never tried as a fillet but it was awesome, also they are very fast in they're service, the restaurant has little shops also that you can enjoy and the restrooms area is also big enough for how big is this place. read more

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If Laguna Beach had a front row seat, this would be it. The Cliff Restaurant delivers one of the best oceanfront dining experiences in Southern California. Perched above the Pacific, the views alone are worth the visit, especially at sunset when the coastline lights up and the waves roll in below you. The food more than holds its own. The poke bowls are incredibly fresh, clean, and well balanced. High quality fish, perfectly seasoned rice, and thoughtful toppings that let the ingredients shine without trying too hard. It feels coastal, intentional, and exactly what you want by the ocean. Service was friendly, relaxed, and on point. No rush, no attitude, just good energy and great pacing. Whether you are a local or visiting Laguna, this is the kind of place you remember and come back to. Great food, unbeatable views, and a true Laguna vibe. read more

The Cliff Restaurant - American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

The food was good, but not great. I would certainly go back however because of the incredible view and the relatively good prices. I was expecting that the prices would be crazy, simply because of the location of the restaurant, but it was entirely reasonable (relatively). Our server was lovely and the service overall was exactly as expected. Like I said, I'll be back because the sunset view is unbeatable read more

I took someone for lunch there yesterday. I have been there sevetal times in the past. I was shocked how things have gone down hill. Each of us got an entree ($28) each and a girly cocktail. The total bill was $100, not including tip. And the food was perhaps the worst meal I've ever eaten at any restaurant in my life! Dry, flavorless mahi tacos! And almost unedible rice. Really really bad. The whole outside deck is covered in umbrellas and leaves it smothering, and not like an outdoor deck at all. The tables and chairs are cheap quality and the waiter non connective The view is beautiful, but unless they improve the food, which used to be delicious 10 years ago, and not $100 for 2, I will not be back and will tell all my friends in the OC about the experience! What a complete disappointment and ultimate rip off for horrible, awful food. So sad. read more

What a special restaurant with amazing food and views! We came on a Sunday late morning and didn't have to wait! We ordered the Ahi Poke, Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos, and the Cliff Burger! The Ahi Poke portion size was decent and the poke was so fresh; the house-made taro chips were such a good pairing! The portion size for the Mahi Mahi tacos were also great, though the texture of the fish was a bit harder than I expected. The Cliff Burger patty was well cooked and came with a large portion of fries! Service was quick and can't forget the beautiful view around! FYI, the breakfast/ brunch menu is only available on the weekends! read more

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Really bad service bad . Don't go this place if you don't want to ruin your beach day .

We went here to celebrate a birthday on a Saturday night. There are no reservations but you are able to join an online waitlist. Joined the waitlist at 4pm and received a notification three hours later that we were next up. Once we checked in we had to wait another 30 minutes. Our waitress was amazing and the food was delicious. Place can use some updating but the view can never get old. read more

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This place is perched on a cliff on Laguna Beach. There's lots of seating in the main area and in the bar patio. Juliet was my server and was so friendly and helpful. I had shrimp ceviche and mahi mahi tacos and it was delicious . Parking is definitely a challenge in this area but I drove around and finally found a spot in one of the small public parking lots (meter). read more

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If you want good food and a great view this is the spot! Staff is great and cares about the costumer!

A fun lil place to escape from the beach, without feeling like you left the beach. You have to zig zag your way through the little shop but eventually you will find the host station and they will find hit a great seat. I came with some family on a Friday afternoon. The weather was great! We sat outside and they open an umbrella for us. I had the crab salad and Bloody Mary. Both soooo good!!! Another in my party had the club sandwich and loved it. It's pricy just like the rest of Laguna is but worth it everyone once in a while. The only meh is the bathroom is shared with all the outside shops this is an outside bathroom for the public as well. Not the best. read more

The Cliff Restaurant - Crab and shrimp salad - American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Great view of the beach. Fast service and we only ordered tacos and beer for a little afternoon snacks.

One of my favorite restaurants when we visit the beach!! Love just about everything they have on the menu. Ocean views are amazing as well!

This is a great chill outdoor patio restaurant with an amazing Laguna beach ocean view!! Furry babies are welcome and staff are super friendly. Super fast service and very attentive. Food was wonderful and very fresh. We ordered the duo half turkey bacon sandwich and the cliff burger. The burger came with a brioche bun and the burger was cooked perfectly. This is a must go if you're visiting. The place has local beach jewelry stores around it where you can buy souvenirs. I highly recommend it. read more

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The view was great and the service was good, but the food was definitely the weak spot for us. We got the poke, the coconut shrimp and the fish tacos. I thought the tacos were ok, but the poke had a sauce that was super thick and the coconut shrimp was a little lacking in the seasoning dept. read more

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We come here at LEAST twice a year for date day. Love this place. Today was so beautiful, the food was DELICIOUS as always and Adam at the bar serves up the best drinks! Our waitress was so sweet and we waited only 15 mins for a table today read more

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I was so excited to come to this place and waited over a hour for a table. I was so surprised that this place has horrible service and the food was not what you expect. To start, out waitress got my sons order wrong and when she passed out tablet she walked by and said everything looks great walked away and never saw her again. Not once did she stop by to check up on us or give us a refill on our drink. I ordered the guacamole with chips and I was shocked that we spent 20 dollars on this when they brought up chips that were in a bad from Albertsons. I will provide the picture below. My sons grill cheese was cold and the nachos we ordered was also cold My last straw was when the couple behind us spilled their coke across the table and it got over my son's new hoodie jacket. The waitress never offered us extra napkins or anything. The couple that did it never even said I'm sorry. read more

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