Guidebook for Laguna Beach
Drinks & Nightlife
Marine Room Tavern
214 Ocean AveGreat bar with live music at night
Sandpiper
1183 S Coast HwyLive music 364 days a year! The classic dive bar :)
Mozambique
1740 S Coast HwyLive Music many nights
Laguna's only alternative club. Friendly to everyone, and usually a pretty good time with Karaoke, Drag Queen Bingo and more.
MAIN STREET BAR & CABARET
1460 S Coast HwyLaguna's only alternative club. Friendly to everyone, and usually a pretty good time with Karaoke, Drag Queen Bingo and more.
The Rooftop Lounge
1289 S Coast HwyYou can't beat the views !!!
Romantic bar right on the sand - Great, but somewhat pricey dining too.
15 locals recommend
Splashes Restaurant
1555 S Coast HwyRomantic bar right on the sand - Great, but somewhat pricey dining too.
Wine Gallery
1833 S Coast HwyIf wine is your thing - go here ;)
Shopping
Forest Avenue Mall
332 Forest AveOur Main shopping street
The Shops at The Old Pottery Place
1200 S Coast HwyEasy walk with lots to see and do
Only open in Summer and a few weekends before Christmas. Well worth visiting
91 locals recommend
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon RdOnly open in Summer and a few weekends before Christmas. Well worth visiting
Favorite Walks in Laguna
Crystal Cove
Step back in time to old Laguna
Barbara's Lake
Easy walk to O.C's only natural lake
Laguna's best kept secret. The entire coast of Montage is a public beach. One of the best spots for sunbathing, snorkeling, swimming, and sunsets.
AND - Yoga on the grass bluff overlooking the beach EVERYDAY at 10am - Donation based
74 locals recommend
Spa Montage Laguna Beach
30801 Coast HwyLaguna's best kept secret. The entire coast of Montage is a public beach. One of the best spots for sunbathing, snorkeling, swimming, and sunsets.
AND - Yoga on the grass bluff overlooking the beach EVERYDAY at 10am - Donation based
One of the most beautiful walks right along the cliffs North of Main Beach - easy to do
74 locals recommend
Heisler Park
375 Cliff DrOne of the most beautiful walks right along the cliffs North of Main Beach - easy to do
Across from Crystal Cove - Find some cool shaded spots on those warm summer days
8 locals recommend
El Moro Canyon Trail
El Moro Canyon TrailAcross from Crystal Cove - Find some cool shaded spots on those warm summer days
Food Scene
Nirvana Grille
303 Broadway StLots of local, organic and always delicious!
Mozambique
1740 S Coast HwyGreat views from the rooftop. Live Music often downstairs.
Sapphire
1200 S Coast HwyJust down the street - Great ambience
Old School Laguna - super casual outdoor seating - with awesome tasty Mexi -surf tacos, fish salads, beers and more
8 locals recommend
Taco Loco
640 S Coast HwyOld School Laguna - super casual outdoor seating - with awesome tasty Mexi -surf tacos, fish salads, beers and more
Old School Laguna Health Food Cafe - Try the smoothies and healthy desserts - outdoor dining only
7 locals recommend
The Stand Natural Foods
238 Thalia StOld School Laguna Health Food Cafe - Try the smoothies and healthy desserts - outdoor dining only
Historic chill restaurant right on the sand at Crystal Cove. Check out the outdoor bar too. Sunset dinners you won't forget
80 locals recommend
Beachcomber Cafe
15 Crystal CoveHistoric chill restaurant right on the sand at Crystal Cove. Check out the outdoor bar too. Sunset dinners you won't forget
Home style Mexican food - right down the street. Try the homemade chicken soup with fresh avocado - And, it has an ocean view!
9 locals recommend
Avila's El Ranchito - Laguna Beach
1305 South Coast HighwayHome style Mexican food - right down the street. Try the homemade chicken soup with fresh avocado - And, it has an ocean view!
Roux Creole Cuisine
860 Glenneyre StWhen you want a little cajun and creole
Downstairs has a Happy Hour and small plates that locals love. Upstairs is THE ROOFTOP LOUNGE where it gets hopping right around sunset. Go for a drink or just check out the view.
16 locals recommend
K'ya Bistro
1289 S Coast HwyDownstairs has a Happy Hour and small plates that locals love. Upstairs is THE ROOFTOP LOUNGE where it gets hopping right around sunset. Go for a drink or just check out the view.
Argentine inspired steakhouse where everything is cooked on a wood fire right in front of you. Small intimate casual spot for lunch. The best burgers in Laguna
6 locals recommend
Maro Wood Grill
1915 S Coast HwyArgentine inspired steakhouse where everything is cooked on a wood fire right in front of you. Small intimate casual spot for lunch. The best burgers in Laguna
Alessa by Pirozzi
234 Forest AveWhen you want Italian - there's nothing better than Alessa's
If you want to try the best sushi for miles, and don't care the cost...you won't be disappointed.
8 locals recommend
San Shi Go Restaurant
858 S Coast HwyIf you want to try the best sushi for miles, and don't care the cost...you won't be disappointed.
Highly Recommend checking out our hidden canyon golf course and EXCELLENT restaurant at The Ranch. Great spot for brunch or dinner.
Harvest Restaurant
31106 Coast HwyHighly Recommend checking out our hidden canyon golf course and EXCELLENT restaurant at The Ranch. Great spot for brunch or dinner.
Sightseeing
La Vida Laguna
1121 Glenneyre StBike and Kayak tours, surf and SUP lessons
On your way back from Crystal Cove, stop and check out the Shake Shack. Classic Laguna Beach from a bygone era.
32 locals recommend
Crystal Cove Shake Shack
7703 East Coast HwyOn your way back from Crystal Cove, stop and check out the Shake Shack. Classic Laguna Beach from a bygone era.
If you golf - This is the place. Excellent restaurant too.
9 locals recommend
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
31106 Coast HwyIf you golf - This is the place. Excellent restaurant too.
Favorite Coffee and Breakfast Spots
Orange Inn
703 S Coast HwyAnother cool local spot with great coffee and fresh baked HUGE muffins
Koffee Klatch
1440 S Coast HwyAmbience, Great Coffee, Snacks close by and cool.
Penguin Cafe
981 S Coast HwyWhen you just want an old style local diner for breakfast or lunch. Nothing fancy
Cafe Heidelberg
1100 S Coast HwyGreat coffee and pastries - right down the street
Fantastic Al Fresco breakfast and lunch spot. There's also a cafe next-door if you want to take out and hit the beach.
56 locals recommend
Zinc Cafe & Market
3222 East Coast HwyFantastic Al Fresco breakfast and lunch spot. There's also a cafe next-door if you want to take out and hit the beach.
The Oldest Bar on the Pacific Coast is also a great breakfast and lunch spot.
15 locals recommend
White House Restaurant
340 S Coast HwyThe Oldest Bar on the Pacific Coast is also a great breakfast and lunch spot.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Strongly suggest carry-on size luggage. Large suitcases can be a challenge for our spiral stairs.
We can help with bags if you need.
Getting around
Lyft and Uber work well. And, our trolley will stop right in front of the home and take you Downtown
Free trolley