Nick's Laguna Beach is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

1. Nick's Laguna Beach

9.0
440 S Coast Hwy (at Laguna Ave), Laguna Beach, CA
American Restaurant · The Village · 121 tips and reviews

Edgar A.Edgar Agbayani: Sunday is Fried Chicken Special and House Bloody Mary

Klarrisa F.Klarrisa Frank: Prime rib sandwich is great but if you don't like your meat rare make sure to ask for it more medium. Also the mac and cheese as a side is worth coming back for!

Dan P.Dan Parks: Sat and Sunday breakfast here is amazing! Try the fried chicken and waffles, the Short Rib eggs Benny and the Breakfast Burrito (My teen daughter LOVES this one!)

Selanne Steak Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

2. Selanne Steak Tavern

8.7
1464 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Steakhouse · The Village · 16 tips and reviews

Dan S.Dan S: Amazing food. The Mac and cheese is a must.

Chris C.Chris Court: The steak, Mac and cheese are great 😊

Chris C.Chris Court: The steak and Mac and cheese are great

Lumberyard is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

3. Lumberyard

8.5
384 Forest Ave #10 (Third Street), Laguna Beach, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Main Beach · 47 tips and reviews

Mikii R.Mikii Rathmann: the best cornbread you will ever have!! Read more.

Aniko .Aniko 🧿: order the cornbread and the meatloaf!! sooooo good

Erika T.Erika Terzani: Addicting to pulled pork, sweet potato fries, clam chowder & skillet cornbread!

Sapphire Laguna is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

4. Sapphire Laguna

8.1
1200 S Coast Hwy Ste 101 (at Brooks St), Laguna Beach, CA
American Restaurant · The Village · 46 tips and reviews

Jen M.Jen M-E: Great brunch. Go with the chicken & biscuit.

Aida S.Aida Sanchez: My favorite spot for some bacon mac and cheese!

Marta S.Marta Smith: Pretty much anything on the menu is going to be delightful. Marvelous cocktails, excellent wine list, exquisite food, and a lovely staff. Enjoy!

K'ya Bistro is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

5. K'ya Bistro

7.9
1287 S Coast Hwy (at Cress St), Laguna Beach, CA
Tapas Restaurant · The Village · 24 tips and reviews

Kristin M.Kristin M: Gotta try the seafood chowder, Mac n cheese, and chimichurri salmon.... Divine

Michael M.Michael Morgan: Wonderful restaurant! Has probably the best happy hour in Laguna. The calamari and the lobster macaroni and cheese were two highlights. One of the best restaurants in the area!

@joe4pres@joe4pres: Start up stairs at The Rooftop for a drink, then come down when you are hungry and have some great shareable food... Still trying to figure out how they do the whole great food for a great price thang

Reunion Kitchen + Drink is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

6. Reunion Kitchen + Drink

7.4
610 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
American Restaurant · North Laguna · 6 tips and reviews

Heidi S.Heidi Sjule: Fried chicken sandwich was DELICIOUS 🔥

Larry N.Larry Nebel: Fried chicken

Steve R.Steve Rabago: Great locals place to eat drink and be merry. I had the BBQ Ribs, delicious!

The Rooftop Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

7. The Rooftop Lounge

8.6
1289 S Coast Hwy (Cress St.), Laguna Beach, CA
Cocktail Bar · The Village · 62 tips and reviews

Anna W.Anna W: Get there before you are hungry, put your name in at K'ya. Head upstairs and try the mojito or the sangria. Head downstairs and don't leave without trying the lobster macaroni and cheese.

OC WeeklyOC Weekly: This rooftop bar offers an absolutely breathtaking view of the ocean with a perfect romantic setup! Perfect for sunsets, you and your date will take in this magnificent scenery.

Gary B.Gary Brewer: Great Margaritas but get their early on Friday because they charge $150 to reserve tables with a view

Driftwood Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

8. Driftwood Kitchen

8.6
619 Sleepy Hollow Ln, Laguna Beach, CA
Seafood Restaurant · The Village · 17 tips and reviews

Mark R.Mark Rettenmaier: This placed is tucked away in a seaside "alley". But what a view! Very nice and fast waitstaff. Super omelet a and burgers!

Ben W.Ben Webb: Oysters were amazing. Had to order more after the first round was gone. Ask for Tabasco to add some kick!

Timothy B.Timothy Brewer: Black Pearl

Tivoli Too! is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

9. Tivoli Too!

7.9
777 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA
Performing Arts Venue · Laguna Canyon · 3 tips and reviews

Fran B.Fran Brewster: Beautiful place for afternoon lunch....great food with lots of flavor❤

BommyBommy: Lovely wedding venue. Evening wedding in November is chilly!

Daniel p.Daniel park: Nice place for a wedding

The Loft Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

10. The Loft Restaurant

8.7
30801 Coast Hwy (at Montage Resort Dr), Laguna Beach, CA
New American Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

OC Mom BlogOC Mom Blog: Get a seat on the patio to enjoy ocean views ocmomblog.com

Andrew L.Andrew Levine: Lunch tip: Don't miss the Duck Confit salad (and they'll split it for two). Beware of $17 soups. Read more.

Tara C.Tara Colt: Great service, Claude is the best!

Coyote Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

11. Coyote Grill

8.5
31621 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews

Laurie M.Laurie Marie: Fab, fresh food. Fab, friendly service. My first fish taco and the best ahi starter ever! Casual with views of the Pacific. It doesn't get much better. I want to be the Mayor!

James L.James Ligoretti: Best Fish Tacos in Laguna Beach

Joshua S.Joshua Swoverland: Foods okay.

Montage Laguna Beach is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

12. Montage Laguna Beach

9.5
30801 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA
Resort · 70 tips and reviews

Helen H.Helen Hodgson: Stunning only visited by night enjoying champagne in the lounge and enjoyed piano player

Nawaf W.Nawaf Waleed: Wonderful!!!

ToryBurchToryBurch: The view from the cliffs overlooking the ocean reminds us of Positano.

Zinc Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

13. Zinc Café

8.5
350 Ocean Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Main Beach · 53 tips and reviews

TheLagunaBeach G.TheLagunaBeach Guy: The Zinc Cafe is a great place to hit for breakfast on a weekend. They do offer some lunch items and have an attached little market for any take away sandwiches, muffins, etc but the real action is b Read more.

BravoBravo: Café Zinc is a great dog-friendly coffee spot. They have the best coffee around! -Lynne Curtin, Real Housewives of Orange County

Lura H.Lura H.: My fav is the scrambled egg plate with egg whites and wheat toast. Healthy and sooo yummy!

Mosaic Bar and Grille is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

14. Mosaic Bar and Grille

7.8
30801 Coast Hwy (at Montage Resort Dr), Laguna Beach, CA
French Restaurant · 17 tips and reviews

Mike F.Mike Fender: Be adventures when it comes to wine. Largest wine selection west of the Mississippi . Try the wine pairing for a great selection!

Turki A.Turki AlToaimi: OMG .. amazing .. can't wait to go back, the staff and atmosphere are marvelous...

@joe4pres@joe4pres: Ranks as the best overall restaurant in the OC. Bring someone special, and don't forget the big boy wallet

Pizza Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Southern Food in Laguna Beach.

15. Pizza Lounge

7.6
397 S Coast Hwy (Park ave), Laguna Beach, CA
Pizzeria · Main Beach · 11 tips and reviews

Colden R.Colden Raisher: Grilled chicken breast panini was off the hook. Fresh greens and great bread.

RonDee K.RonDee Kelly: Everything is great.

Danielle C.Danielle Cavallucci: Great on the go slice!! Feels almost like NY!!