Best Lunch Restaurants in Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

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1. Habana- Irvine Spectrum

4.6

Exceptional(4710)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Irvine

Booked 104 times today

Originally opened in 1995, Habana has become an Orange County staple, offering the coastal community a Cuban-Inspired experience through its authentic cuisine and cocktail program. Spanning 20 years as a favorite culinary destination, Habana lends itself perfectly for date night, celebrations and simple moments that have created memories for many.

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2. King's Fish House - Laguna Hills

4.7

Exceptional(4892)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 53 times today

Established in 1997, King’s Fish House is Laguna Hills’ choice for seafood. Located near the Laguna Hills Mall, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

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3. Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4.6

Exceptional(94)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Irvine

Booked 134 times today

Javier's Irvine Spectrum serves original Mexican cuisine. Opened in 2004 and located close to the 405 and 5 freeways, the restaurant offers numerous entrees and combo meals. Javier's Irvine Spectrum selects and serves only the freshest ingredients, including sustainable and in-season seafood, natural chicken and center-cut #1 prime Angus beef. Every dish is prepared fresh to order, and guests may sit in the spacious main dining room, on the intimate patio, at the bar or in a private dining area.The dining room is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m. Javier's Irvine Spectrum's full bar is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Reservations are accepted.

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4. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

4.7

Exceptional(2740)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 43 times today

CUCINA enoteca is centrally located in the Irvine Spectrum! Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of an old rustic farmhouse.

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5. Paul Martin's American Grill - Irvine

4.5

Awesome(3272)

Price: Moderate

• American • Irvine

Booked 23 times today

Order a glass of your favorite sauvignon blanc and share a plate of Town Dock calamari with friends or family at Paul Martin’s American Grill in the Irvine Spectrum Center. Or savor an indulgent hand-cut blackened ribeye masterfully prepared over the live fire of our mesquite grill. Paul Martin’s serves classic American cuisine elevated to a higher standard in our polished yet welcoming dining room that invites business luncheons, date nights, and camaraderie in equal measure.

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6. Little Sister - Irvine

4.5

Awesome(1236)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Irvine

Booked 45 times today

East-Meets-West dishes that inspire and evoke a feeling of being welcomed into Chef Vuong's home. Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the more interesting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne out of the European colonization of Southeast Asia.Dishes blend and balance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with French techniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu is continually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and the seasons. Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage program with a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from around the world.

7. Puesto Los Olivos

4.6

Exceptional(1786)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Irvine

Booked 35 times today

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.

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8. Fennel Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(183)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 7 times today

Fennel Kitchen and Bar is a contemporary Mediterranean restaurant that offers an authentic, healthy, and vibrant dining experience by seamlessly blending the flavors of the sun-kissed Mediterranean shores with exotic Middle Eastern cuisine. Our thoughtfully crafted menu meets diverse dietary preferences, including traditional kabobs bursting with flavor, to simple, authentic vegetarian dishes. We believe beauty lies in the details and we strive to ensure that every aspect of your dining experience is memorable.

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9. Fogo de Chao - Irvine Spectrum

4.1

Excellent(2311)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Irvine

Booked 92 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

10. Pub Thirty-Two

4.5

Awesome(423)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 4 times today

Located in Mission Viejo, California, Pub Thirty-Two represents our desire to bring the type of restaurant and bar experience we enjoy to Mission Viejo; a place you will be as comfortable holding a professional lunch meeting as you are having drinks and great conversation with friends. We strive to provide a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere with food, drinks, and events that exceed expectations. Our restaurant is farm-to-fork, and our menu changes seasonally. We are proud to be partnered with local ranches and farms to bring you fresh, local, and sustainable food.

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Andy
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Food was delicious!!! 10/10 for sure, I got the short rib mafaldine, the cucina cabernet blend and we got the FRESHEST focaccia bread. All so good!
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CUCINA enoteca - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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4.7
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RochelleK
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Perfect evening to catch up with some dear friends in town visiting! It’s been awhile since we’ve been dined at Javier’s! The food and atmosphere was awesome! Sidenote: PLEASE BRING JAVI’S BACK TO the JOHN WAYNE (SNA) AIRPORT!!!!!!! We miss it sooooooooooooo much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Javier's Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Irvine
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4.6
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Debbie
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I come to King’s Fish House somewhat often. It never disappoints. The food is consistently delicious, servers are friendly and attentive, and the price is about what you’d expect. My friend and I typically get the blackened salmon dinners, share a salad and dessert. Runs about $100 plus tip!
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King's Fish House - Laguna HillsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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4.7
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Krystin
Orange County •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and beverages were great as always service wasn’t the greatest it was quite slow and had to ask a a couple times for things to be brought I requested.
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Habana- Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Irvine
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4.6
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Gladys
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 7, 2025
Very easy to schedule our reservation. Unfortunately we were running about 20 minutes late so we called the restaurant and they were able to hold our reservation. We ended up sitting at the bar and our server, who was the bartender, was awesome. Had the prime rib special and it was cooked perfectly.
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Paul Martin's American Grill - IrvinePrice: Moderate• American• Irvine
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4.5

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102 restaurants available nearby

1. Habana- Irvine Spectrum

2. King's Fish House - Laguna Hills

3. Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

5. Paul Martin's American Grill - Irvine

6. Little Sister - Irvine

7. Puesto Los Olivos

8. Fennel Kitchen & Bar

9. Fogo de Chao - Irvine Spectrum

10. Pub Thirty-Two

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