Laguna Beach in the Los Angeles area of Southern California is a popular resort area overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Diners who like to eat out have a choice of many fine dining restaurants with spectacular Pacific Ocean views and fine cuisine. Following are some of the best restaurants in Laguna Beach.
Cedar Creek Inn. The dinner menu features appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrees. Examples of entrees from the dinner menu include Cedar Planked Salmon with Maple Soy Glaze, Ah with Balsamic Reduction and Cilantro Pesto, Scampi – Jumbo Prawns in Garlic Butter and Filet Mignon with Portabello Mushroom and Gorgonzola. There are locations in Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach and San Juan Capistrano.
Claes Restaurant. Fine dining seafood restaurant enjoys panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Some entrees on the dinner menu include Main Lobster “Moo Shoo,” New Zealand John Dory, Scottish Salmon glazed in Maple and Garlic, Oysters and Hawaiian Blue Prawns.The wine list offers wines by the glass and by the bottle. Claes serves breakfast, lunch, Sunday brunch and dinner. Claes Restaurant is located inside Hotel Laguna. 425 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, California. 1-949-376-WAVE.
French 75 Bistro and Champagne Bar Laguna Beach. A sample dinner menu offers Three Way Duck Confit, Beef Stroganoff with Filet Mignon and Forest Mushrooms, Seared Rare Ahi Nicoise with Asparagus and Spinach, Sea bass Picholine with Spinach and Capers, and Pan Roasted Salmon with Rock Shrimp and White Summer Corn Chowder. Signature Steaks” are corn aged Prime Midwestern beef. Steaks are prepared in Parisian style, seared over high heat in French 17th Century designed blue steel pans. 1464 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, California. 1-949-494-8444.
Las Brisas. Legendary restaurant overlooks the Pacific Ocean and Laguna Beach coastline. Las Brisas diners enjoy panoramic views of the ocean. The cuisine of the Mexican Riviera offers a menu dishes from a collection of recipes from along the west coast of Mexico. The menu features dishes made with fresh seafood, beef and chicken. Examples of Mexican favorites on the dinner menu include La Asada (Angus new York Steak), La Marquesa (beef or chicken tamale with a seafood enchilada), and Playa des Sole (filet of sole toped with king crab meat). Specialties include Mero con Tomatillo (Halibut with roasted tomatillo sauce, Frutas de Mar (broiled baked lobster and sauteed sea scallops) and Robala ala Cozumel (sea bass). Margaritas and Martinis are served in a variety of flavors. 361 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, California. 1-949-497-5434.
Sorrento Grill. Bistro is located in the downtown village of Laguna Beach. Sorrento Grille is located in a building with high ceilings, a private wine room, a dining balcony, intimate fireside tables and an exhibition kitchen. This bistro serves classic American Martinis, served at the Martini Bar, are a local favorite. A sample dinner menu offers Cedar Planked Salmon with Mashed Potatoes, Pepper spice Crusted Ahi with Risotto Cake, Rosemary “Bricked” Organic Chicken, and Prosciutto wrapped Scallops on Mashed Potatoes. 70 Glenneyre, St., Laguna Beach, CA. 1-949-494-8686.
230 Forest Avenue Restaurant and Bar. 230 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, California.
The Beach House. Enjoy Pacific views and fine cuisine. The Beach House serves fresh lobster, USDA Prime Steaks and fresh fish served with tropical flare. 619 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Laguna Beach, California.
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