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A Tour of Asian Cuisine - Starfish Laguna Beach, Laguna Beach, CA

Starfish Laguna Beach

4.8
4.8
2266 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Asian

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
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 - 3p
Opium Hour: Everyday 3p - 6p (dine-in only)
Dinner: Daily from 3p - 9p

We 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!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Thai
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 715-9200
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Omar Pineda
  • Catering
    Explore the flavors of Asia with Starfish anywhere!<br />We cater events of every size with pickup options, delivery &amp; full service! Combine from our diverse selection of Party Trays to create the perfect experience , or allow our experienced catering team customize your event. Service everywhere in Orange County, with every style venue.
  • Private party facilities
    Starfish combines atmosphere, outstanding service and upscale coastal vibes to create the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or private event. Our heated & covered private patio offers year-round celebrations with seating & mingles up to 35 - Our indoor group accommodations lend to a lively semi private dining experience!
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross street
    Montage Resort Drive & Pacific Coast Hwy.
  • Parking details
    Parking for Starfish is in the Aliso Creek Shopping Center, directly across from Montage Resort.
  • Public transit
    Laguna Beach Complimentary Trolley Stops | Northbound: PCH and Montage Resort Drive / Southbound: PCH and Wesley
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Opium Hour- Best Happy Hour in OC

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Over 30 + bites and rolls starting at $11. Specials on sake, wine, beer and specialty libations. Same portions as our regular menu. Opium Hour is our version of happy hour available throughout the restaurant including our patio. 3-6pm Everyday!

    Opium Hour- Best Happy Hour in OC Photo

What 2,266 people are saying

Starfish Laguna Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Starfish Laguna Beach shines with its "amazing food and service," making it a "favorite sushi restaurant" for locals and visitors alike. Guests rave about the "fantastic ambience," "great happy hour," and "attentive staff." It's a "must-visit" destination, offering a "unique dining experience" with a diverse menu and "delicious cocktails."

2,266 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Yosemite1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, excellent service! Many dishes are gluten free and server was very knowledgable about the dishes. Always a great choice!

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  2. PaliSue

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Our experience at Starfish was mixed. I really enjoy small, shareable plates and Asian fusion cuisine. The food and drink we tried was indeed very tasty and served quite quickly in spite of the fact that the restaurant and bar were packed (at 5:00). (Definitely make a reservation!) But the noise level made conversation basically impossible, and for me that makes it a less than satisfying experience. Glad we went during the daily “Opium Hour,” such that prices were significantly reduced. However I’m also uncomfortable calling their Happy Hour (3-6 daily) the “Opium” Hour. There is nothing cute about the abuse of opioids in this country! All in all, glad we checked it out, but won’t need to try it again.

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  3. cynthia

    Orange County36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch with friends. Excellent food & good wine list

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I recently dined at Starfish Laguna Beach during restaurant week, and unfortunately, my experience was far from satisfactory. The service was a major letdown; we waited an unusually long time for our waiter to bring us soy sauce for the sushi, which was frustrating. To make matters worse, he forgot to put in our order for the entrée entirely. As for the food, it did not live up to expectations. The sushi was mediocre at best, lacking the freshness and flavor one would hope for. The entrees, when they finally arrived, were equally disappointing and didn’t justify the high prices, especially during restaurant week when many places offer special deals. Overall, I left feeling dissatisfied with both the service and the food quality. I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant based on my experience; there are definitely better options out there that offer both good food and attentive service. I will never go back to this place anymore.
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    Hello, I’m so sorry your first experience at Starfish didn’t meet your expectations or reflect our 5-star reputation. We strive every day to provide exceptional service, a comfortable ambiance, and the freshest cuisine. Restaurant Week is an incredibly busy time for us, as we offer one of the most extensive menus of all participating restaurants. We truly value this event as it allows us to introduce Starfish to new guests. That said, I regret that we fell short during your visit, as this is not our standard. I’d love the opportunity to make it right—please feel free to message me privately so I can arrange for you to come back in. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and I hope we can welcome you again soon. Best regards, Jenn

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  5. Karen

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our whole experience at Starfish Laguna was simply incredible down to every detail. Our server Leslie was so kind, fun, and knowledgeable. Our food was impeccable, came out quickly, and cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back.
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you!

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Antonio1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    So we walked in for our reservations and there were 4 hostesses at the counter and not a single one of them acknowledged us, then finally did and took us to a high top table very close and personal to others, when there were plenty of open tables. We didn’t get seen for 15 mins so we just got up and left. We love starfish but this was a bad experience.
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, I’m so sorry this happened. As our reviews reflect, this is not our standard, and I truly regret your experience. I hope you’ll give us another opportunity—please feel free to message me privately so we can make arrangements for you. Best, Jenn

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  7. kelly

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal service, food and experience. One of my top 10! Thanks Starfish. Will be back for sure!
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    OC restaurant week was truly the best week ever. Starfish had one of the best deals & was booked out because of it!! Got amazing, large portioned food for almost half the price! I am a big fan of their Opium hour. Love both locations in Newport & Laguna
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    She is a gem! Thank you for visiting us during this special week. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Be sure to follow us on Instagram or Facebook and join our mailing list. We occasionally offer specials outside of the Restaurant Week menu that may interest you. Thanks again!

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  9. Jeffrey

    Orange County29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service - we especially enjoyed our server. She did a fantastic job.
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you!

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  10. Mike

    Las Vegas18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to Starfish during OC restaurant week, with a good section of price fix options. Drucken Noodles, Bha mi sliders, fried rice and my favorite the wet baby back ribs. Our server Claire was very accommodating and provided containers for the items we did not finish. Since we were satisfied with what we ordered and could not eat another bite, Claire provided our deserts to go.
    Starfish Laguna BeachResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Mike! Thank you so much for the kind review and for visiting Starfish! I wish I could share the recipe, but our culinary team keeps this one top secret—you’ll just have to come back for more! Hope to see you again soon! Best, Jenn

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FAQs

Starfish Laguna Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 715-9200.

Starfish Laguna Beach is rated 4.8 stars by 2266 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Starfish Laguna Beach

30832 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Montage Resort Drive & Pacific Coast Hwy.
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Thai
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking for Starfish is in the Aliso Creek Shopping Center, directly across from Montage Resort.
  • Public transit
    Laguna Beach Complimentary Trolley Stops | Northbound: PCH and Montage Resort Drive / Southbound: PCH and Wesley
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Omar Pineda
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (949) 715-9200
  • Catering
    Explore the flavors of Asia with Starfish anywhere!<br />We cater events of every size with pickup options, delivery &amp; full service! Combine from our diverse selection of Party Trays to create the perfect experience , or allow our experienced catering team customize your event. Service everywhere in Orange County, with every style venue.
  • Private party facilities
    Starfish combines atmosphere, outstanding service and upscale coastal vibes to create the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or private event. Our heated & covered private patio offers year-round celebrations with seating & mingles up to 35 - Our indoor group accommodations lend to a lively semi private dining experience!
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