Restaurant
Biryani Hunter
Biryani Hunter serves authentic biryani, halal dishes, and flavorful Indian cuisine made with the finest ingredients in Laguna Beach, California. The restaurant's authentic Indian food is made to high standards, with…
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A starting point for exploring Laguna Beach
Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.
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Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
Restaurant
Wine Gallery
The Wine Gallery is located at 1833 South Coast Hwy #110 in Laguna Beach, California. It has a unique atmosphere that makes customers feel at home. The business offers a wide selection of wine, including over 25 wines…
Restaurant
Selanne Steak Tavern
Selanne Steak Tavern in Laguna Beach, California, has earned a Michelin recommendation as a steakhouse. The menu features steaks, chops, poultry, game, and seafood, along with artisan cocktails, beers, and wine. A…
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Broadway by Amar Santana
Broadway by Amar Santana serves progressive American cuisine grounded in French culinary techniques. Its industrial New York-style interior has an open kitchen and chef’s-table seating overlooking it.
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Rebel Omakase
Rebel Omakase is a sushi restaurant and sushi bar on Forest Avenue, with vegetarian options.
Restaurant
Independent shops worth exploring
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Local shop
AMĒNAH
AMĒNAH is a clothing store on South Coast Highway.
Local shop
Assistance League Thrift Shop
Assistance League Thrift Shop is a thrift store on Glenneyre Street.
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Broadway Liquor
Broadway Liquor is a liquor store on Broadway Street.
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Camps & Cottages
Camps & Cottages is a furniture store on North Coast Highway.
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Cherry Moon Shoppe
Cherry Moon Shoppe is a thrift store on South Coast Highway.
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Cottage Furnishings
Cottage Furnishings is a furniture store on South Coast Highway.
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Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Museum and cultural place
Laguna Art Museum
Laguna Beach, California, is home to the Laguna Art Museum, which features exhibitions like de la Torre Brothers: The Tipping Point and Radiant Terrains: Elements of Light in Contemporary Art from the Permanent…
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