Guidebook for Laguna Niguel
Food Scene
Great for breakfast at the harbor. Right across the way is their sister shop that has great ice cream.
13 locals recommend
Coffee Importers
34531 Golden LanternGreat for breakfast at the harbor. Right across the way is their sister shop that has great ice cream.
Reasonably priced Mexican to take out or eat al fresco.
11 locals recommend
Las Golondrinas Mexican Food
34069 Doheny Park RdReasonably priced Mexican to take out or eat al fresco.
La Sirena Grill
347 Mermaid StGreat gourmet Mexican food. There are two Laguna Beach locations.
The personnel in this URTH Cafe are the most customer friendly! They are patient and informed and exude a professional friendliness. The menu has something for every taste and the desserts are decadent and delicious.
28 locals recommend
Urth Caffé - Laguna Beach
308 N Pacific Coast HwyThe personnel in this URTH Cafe are the most customer friendly! They are patient and informed and exude a professional friendliness. The menu has something for every taste and the desserts are decadent and delicious.
Just a sweet place to have a great meal. Street parking is pretty easy. All homemade quiches, sandwiches, salads, desserts and more....
33 locals recommend
Ellie's Table At North Beach
120 Avenida PicoJust a sweet place to have a great meal. Street parking is pretty easy. All homemade quiches, sandwiches, salads, desserts and more....
Bar food and another great sunset spot.
87 locals recommend
Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar San Clemente
611 Avenida VictoriaBar food and another great sunset spot.
Drinks & Nightlife
If you want the BEST sunset views then the RC is the place. There is the high end Raya restaurant and then the best kept secret, 180 BLU. 180 BLU is a 180 degree vista serving drinks and appys, with a fire pit and pyramid shaped heaters as when the sun goes down it gets chilly!
42 locals recommend
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Laguna Niguel
One Ritz Carlton DrIf you want the BEST sunset views then the RC is the place. There is the high end Raya restaurant and then the best kept secret, 180 BLU. 180 BLU is a 180 degree vista serving drinks and appys, with a fire pit and pyramid shaped heaters as when the sun goes down it gets chilly!
Tapas and wine are just a nice combination. Check out their happy hour specials.....
Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar
26762 Verdugo StTapas and wine are just a nice combination. Check out their happy hour specials.....
Getting Around
Take the Surfliner south to San Diego or north to LA. Easy to park. Recommend getting tickets online.
20 locals recommend
San Juan Capistrano station
26701 Verdugo StTake the Surfliner south to San Diego or north to LA. Easy to park. Recommend getting tickets online.
20 minutes away.....Even though it's usually more expensive to fly into John Wayne/SNA/Orange County, it's worth it. You save time and don't have to deal with LAX and the freeway traffic.
83 locals recommend
John Wayne Airport station
20 minutes away.....Even though it's usually more expensive to fly into John Wayne/SNA/Orange County, it's worth it. You save time and don't have to deal with LAX and the freeway traffic.
Parks & Nature
Great beach with tide pools and lots of history. Beaches, the movie, with Bette Midler was filmed at Crystal Cove.
101 locals recommend
Crystal Cove
Great beach with tide pools and lots of history. Beaches, the movie, with Bette Midler was filmed at Crystal Cove.
There are just some places that shouldn't be missed......LB is one of them!
846 locals recommend
Laguna Beach
There are just some places that shouldn't be missed......LB is one of them!
Breathtaking views, tide pools, spectacular vistas, and paths to walk...
74 locals recommend
Spa Montage Laguna Beach
30801 Coast HwyBreathtaking views, tide pools, spectacular vistas, and paths to walk...
San Clemente
Rocky beach but great for surfing...
Aliso Creek
Great beach for all. Has good parking available.
Arts & Culture
Best kept secret and Laguna gem. Always an interesting exhibit highlighting the artists and history of California. Check their website for cultural Thursdays. First Thursday is free, followed by artful conversations and music.
43 locals recommend
Laguna Art Museum
307 Cliff DrBest kept secret and Laguna gem. Always an interesting exhibit highlighting the artists and history of California. Check their website for cultural Thursdays. First Thursday is free, followed by artful conversations and music.
Everyone I send to the Mission returns with a special memory. If you are looking for a peaceful way to spend a few hours then a visit to the Mission is a must. The gardens abound with butterflies and birds. The majesty of a Mission built when our country was in its infancy and is still standing is awe provoking. Treat yourself to an audio tour, you will be lulled to an understanding of the history in the valley leading to the sea.
167 locals recommend
Mission San Juan Capistrano
26801 Ortega HwyEveryone I send to the Mission returns with a special memory. If you are looking for a peaceful way to spend a few hours then a visit to the Mission is a must. The gardens abound with butterflies and birds. The majesty of a Mission built when our country was in its infancy and is still standing is awe provoking. Treat yourself to an audio tour, you will be lulled to an understanding of the history in the valley leading to the sea.
Shopping
The Shops At Mission Viejo
Shops At Mission ViejoNordstrom Rack Laguna Niguel
27991 Greenfield DrT.J. Maxx & HomeGoods
26781 Aliso Creek RdHomeGoods
27482 Antonio PkwyOutlets at San Clemente
101 W Avenida Vista HermosaEssentials
Trader Joe's
32351 Golden LanternWhole Foods Market
283 Broadway StCostco Wholesale
2700 Park AveAlbertsons
33601 Del Obispo StCVS
32900 CA-1