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

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1. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.7

Exceptional(2845)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Ironwood, Cellar. Craft. Cook. located in Laguna Hills. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.

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2. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(2717)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 54 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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3. Rancho Capistrano Winery - Ladera Ranch

4.6

Exceptional(238)

Price: Moderate

• Winery • Ladera Ranch

Booked 16 times today

Discover the epitome of outdoor and indoor dining excellence at Rancho Capistrano Winery in Ladera Ranch. Our expansive wrap-around heated deck offers breathtaking views of the picturesque Ladera Town Green park, creating the perfect ambiance for a memorable dining experience. Plus, enjoy the convenience of abundant free parking, ensuring a hassle-free visit every time. We offer over 35 of our own wines created from some of the finest vineyards in the west coast and a food menu that has won over 40 "Best of" awards.

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4. Del Frisco's Grille - Irvine

4.5

Awesome(2262)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Irvine

Booked 24 times today

Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine.

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5. O'Neill's Bar & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1114)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 7 times today

O'Neill's - our 4,600 square foot bar and grill - is a very popular place after a round of golf. Enjoy great meals and cocktails while you also take in the breathtaking views of the Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo, Trabuco Creek, and the course.

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6. Mangia Bene Cucina

4.6

Exceptional(665)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 4 times today

Mangia Bene Cucina is cozy because of its vibrant and friendly atmosphere. As one reviewer mentioned, it's a 'comfortable spot' with 'great service' and 'great Italian food.' It's also described as a 'neighborhood restaurant' where people enjoy going, which speaks to its warm and welcoming vibe. Another reviewer said it's 'nice to have a local neighborhood spot.'

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7. Delizie Ristorante & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(946)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 7 times today

Chef Santiago is at the helm of this South County Favorite. Delizie offers daily specials including homemade pastas, imported Italian delicatessens, and the freshest fish and meats available daily as well as an extensive listing of wines from California and Italy. Delizie also features a full bar and banquet room, available for private parties.

8. Tastes of Greece

4.8

Exceptional(405)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Our family-friendly yet intimate and quaint European style restaurant offers an array of freshly prepared creative and traditional Greek delicacies can be tasted only if one were to visit Greece.A place to dine and experience true Greek hospitality, come in to enjoy an out of the ordinary getaway.The cuisine is so vast; it can satisfy almost any palate or diet including low carb, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options available at all times. The family recipes we prepare always begin with fresh products purchased daily from local vendors and Greek distributors in order to create the authentic flavors enjoyed only in a Greek home.Join us for a memorable experience!Yia mas!

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9. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8

Exceptional(10396)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Newport Beach

Booked 64 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.

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10. Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens

4.8

Exceptional(11352)

Price: Expensive

• American • Corona del Mar

Booked 141 times today

We are excited for your visit, and welcome you to experience our beautiful outdoor dining room in Newport Beach. That being said we are outdoors and encourage all guest to dress appropriate to the season. We have added a beautiful heated covered awning for the winter months. We offer blankets for sale that can be kept, or left behind and donated to a local charity we support. We will still be requesting a two hour dinning limit per visit.Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens offers the freshest, locally sourced , seasonal farm-to-fork cuisine paired with exclusive wines and craft cocktails and beers. Located on a seven acre home and garden center in the heart of beautiful Corona del Mar, Farmhouse provides a dining experience that cannot be replicated anywhere else and can be quite romantic. What sets us apart is the unparalleled beauty of Rogers Gardens combined perfectly with a unique cuisine created by Chef Rich Mead.

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Michaelvip
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
O’Neill’s is a fantastic place to go for brunch and dinner. The view is incredible and the food is great. Sunday brunch has a very minimal menu and breakfast stops at 11:00 on Saturdays but what they do offer is great. The staff is extremely friendly every time we go.
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O'Neill's Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• Californian• Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
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4.7
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Janet
Orange County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Another Extraordinary Experience! Staff, Food and Ambiance is always spectacular!
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Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.CookPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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4.7
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Theresa
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It’s been a while since I’ve been here and I was pleasantly surprised they now have house-made pasta, prepared perfectly Al dente too. Squid ink pasta and short rib pasta are the go-to’s. Prior experience with their bolognese made me not want to come back because it’s really hard to mess up bolognese. I think you just have to know what to order. Italian chopped salad also another great one to try.
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CUCINA enoteca - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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4.6
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Anita
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent as always! Love my happy place for brunch, lunch, dinner!
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Rancho Capistrano Winery - Ladera RanchPrice: Moderate• Winery• Ladera Ranch
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4.6
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Ken
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
Always a great experience at DFG! Celebrated a birthday with party of 7. Impeccable food, amazing service and energetic ambiance. Highly recommend this establishment for you next dining experience.
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Del Frisco's Grille - IrvinePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Irvine
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4.5

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52 restaurants available nearby

1. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

2. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

3. Rancho Capistrano Winery - Ladera Ranch

4. Del Frisco's Grille - Irvine

5. O'Neill's Bar & Grill

6. Mangia Bene Cucina

7. Delizie Ristorante & Bar

8. Tastes of Greece

9. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

10. Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens

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