4 Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

4 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove restaurant

1. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8

Exceptional(10485)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Newport Beach

Booked 73 times today

Voted as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" for 2023 by OpenTable in the United StatesThe Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides "world class" ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. Situated on the sandy beach, The Beachcomber's outdoor patio provides the perfect spot to enjoy the ocean's breeze while sipping on your favorite cocktail or enjoying one of the many favorite entrees and appetizers. The Beachcomber's outdoor tropical bar 'The Bootlegger' with thatch roofing provides the perfect spot to escape from the world while enjoying one of many tropical libations.

A photo of The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach restaurant

2. The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach

4.7

Exceptional(2069)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach

Booked 20 times today

Located in the oceanfront resort, Montage Laguna Beach, The Loft features stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean – the perfect backdrop for enjoying market-fresh, creative American cuisine with friendly, informed, and professional service. Innovative signature dishes reflect California regional cuisine with strong influences from the Americas; other favorites also include roasted meats and seafood.

3. CDM Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1477)

Price: Moderate

• American • Corona del Mar

Booked 44 times today

CDM Restaurant stands out for its creative cuisine, spearheaded by Executive Chef Elvis Morales. Reviewers highlight the inventive cocktails, unique ambiance, and exquisite food. One reviewer said, 'Delicious food, wonderful service, creative winter cocktails. Highly recommend!' while another mentioned, 'Inventive cocktails, and excellent service.' The restaurant's artistic approach to food and drinks is evident in the creative American cuisine served, and its ambiance which is described as 'current, feels trendy but not ostentatious.'

4. Wine Gallery

4.9

Exceptional(603)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 20 times today

The Laguna Beach Wine Gallery is known for an impressive selection of wine, craft beers and wood fired kitchen. Menu options center around our wood fired pizzas, salads, fresh seafood, steaks, small plates and more. We focus on seasonal, sustainable, fresh ingredients with weekly specials based on what's fresh. With a casual yet cozy ambiance, Wine Gallery will make you feel right at home with our inviting and friendly restaurant staff. Craft Cocktails coming soon.

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

2. The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach

3. CDM Restaurant

4. Wine Gallery

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