Best Restaurants for Foodies in Ladera Ranch

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Bloom Restaurant + Bar

4.8

Exceptional(813)

Price: Moderate

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 29 times today

Orange County-based restaurateur Russ Bendel and partners are bringing a sister restaurant to his thriving wine country concepts to the San Juan Capistrano dining scene.Bloom is an all-encompassing dining experience, featuring craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beer selections. Located directly across from the Mission of San Juan on the corner of Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano. Check out our website for more information: www.BloomSanJuanCapistrano.comDon't forget to follow us on instagram to stay up to date about Bloom: BloomRestaurantAndBar

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2. Tavern at the Mission

4.7

Exceptional(524)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 34 times today

Renowned Orange County restaurateur David Wilhelm, along with longtime partner Gregg Solomon, purchased this iconic location in the heart of charming downtown San Juan Capistrano overlooking the Jewel of the California missions. The menu features many of his signature classic comfort foods such as his Famous Buttermilk Fried Chicken, French 75's Onion Soup, and Whiskey Shrimp Dijon, featured at his Tavern House Kitchen+Bar in Newport Beach. Chef Wilhelm is a longtime South County resident, well known for the many concepts he has created over the years including Kachina, Sorrento Grille, French 75, Savannah Chophouse and Jimmy's Famous American Tavern. Tavern at the Mission has a large, tree covered, pet friendly patio with beautiful mission views. The interiors have been beautifully renovated with a chandelier lit dining room and a warm central fireplace. Our' Tumbleweed Bar' is designed as an homage to San Juan Capistrano's Equestrian and Vaqueros history.

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3. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.7

Exceptional(2862)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 28 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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4. Mangia Bene Cucina

4.7

Exceptional(670)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 11 times today

Mangia Bene Cucina in Laguna Niguel, CA, is a foodie hotspot serving up original and delicious Italian dishes. With over 25 years of experience, they deliver what they call 'The Fresh Italian Food Experience'. Reviewers love their great food and service, with one saying 'food is always good' and another praising the 'flavorful and perfectly cooked and fresh' dishes. The place is often busy, indicating a strong reputation among locals and visitors.

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5. OPAH Restaurant & Bar @ Town Center Aliso Viejo

4.8

Exceptional(1592)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 17 times today

At Opah Restaurant & Bar, we serve the finest fresh fish in Orange County. Carefully hand selected each day to deliver the best quality available. Come in and enjoy the menu created by Marc A. Cohen, One of the Best Chef's in Orange County. The menu is exquisite, featuring edible works of art, that look so good the could be on a magazine cover. Dont forget to try one of our signature Award Winning Martinis. If you wondering how we came up with the name Opah. It comes from the Hawaiian word for Moonfish, which was once viewed as Good Luck by fisherman, & often given away as a gesture of Good Will.

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6. Hannas Prime Steak

4.9

Exceptional(3502)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 16 times today

Hanna’s Restaurant & Bar was established in 2005 and has quickly become one of Orange County’s premiere dining establishments. Named one of the U.S. top 100 restaurants, Hanna's Restaurant & Bar offers modern American Steakhouse cuisine prepared with classic, traditional flair. Our appetite for an exceptional dining experience is rooted deep in our passion for extraordinary culinary creations and exemplified in our award-wining service and ambiance. From our friendly bartenders, vibrant ambiance, outgoing wait staff, and incredible menu, our guests are always embraced in a comforting fashion. And on any given night you can always find owner David Hanna mingling among guests and ensuring that every detail of their experience at Hanna’s is nothing short of extraordinary.

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7. KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7

Exceptional(166)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 13 times today

Join Chef Sanjay’s culinary journey from New Delhi to Dana Point and enjoy a contemporary approach to Indian regional specialties that places creative artistry, quality of ingredients, and respect for authentic flavors and ingredients at the forefront of cooking. KAHANI, which means "story" in Hindi, is open from Tuesday through Saturday; 5-9 p.m.

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8. Starfish Laguna Beach

4.8

Exceptional(2200)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Laguna Beach

Booked 31 times today

Thank you for thinking of Starfish Laguna! Indoor & Patio Dining are available! Reservations are strongly encouraged, and available via phone at 949.715.9200.Lunch: Daily from 11a - 3pOpium Hour: Everyday 3p - 6p (dine-in only)Dinner: Daily from 3p - 9pWe offer our full menu for takeout and delivery, with delivery offered in partnership with Doordash or through our website. To place a pickup order, please call 949.715.8205. We look forward to seeing you soon!

9. Puesto Los Olivos

4.6

Exceptional(1775)

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.

10. 230 Forest Avenue

4.9

Exceptional(2843)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 19 times today

230 Forest Avenue is a hotspot for foodies in Laguna Beach, known for its Californian cuisine and top-notch service. The place is often described as having a vibrant and cool vibe, with the food being consistently excellent and well-presented. The dishes are said to be so stunning that they compete with the artwork on the walls, making for a thoroughly satisfying 'artistic' experience. This place is definitely a go-to for foodies who appreciate a great atmosphere and excellent food.

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JannVIP
Orange County •51 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Food and service was great. The interior is beautiful and well designed but it's a bit noisy, it seemed we had to speak loud to hear each other.
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Bloom Restaurant + BarPrice: Moderate• American• San Juan Capistrano
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4.8
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Darby
Toronto / Ontario •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Sat outside with heaters and was comfy and quite which we were in mood for. Inside was more lively and loud but nice if you wanted that vibe. Amazing hazel nut encrusted halibut. Waiter was great
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OPAH Restaurant & Bar @ Town Center Aliso ViejoPrice: Expensive• Californian• Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
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4.8
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LaurieVIP
Orange County •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Mangia Bene never disappoints They have a great menu and they treat you like family!
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Mangia Bene CucinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
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4.7
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RandallVIP
Orange County •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a treat to eat at Ironwood…food is excellent, servers friendly and knowledgeable with regard to menu items and specials for the evening. Management always welcoming and you can see them stepping up to help their servers and keep the orders flowing. Great for everyday dining or special occasions. Special shout out to Gabe…you’re the best!
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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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michaelVIP
Orange County •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always great service! Food is excellent as well. Servers Stella, John and Natalie and others are always on top of it! 0h and David too! If I had one complaint it would be that it gets very loud inside the restaurant, can’t talk to people at your table very easily. I give the restaurant 5 stars!
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Tavern at the MissionPrice: Expensive• American• San Juan Capistrano
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4.7

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Bloom Restaurant + Bar

2. Tavern at the Mission

3. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4. Mangia Bene Cucina

5. OPAH Restaurant & Bar @ Town Center Aliso Viejo

6. Hannas Prime Steak

7. KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

8. Starfish Laguna Beach

9. Puesto Los Olivos

10. 230 Forest Avenue

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