Tapas Restaurants near Laguna Beach, CA

“Overall experience was great- our waiter was not overly attentive once he found out we would not be drinking and felt frustrated that we were not ready to order immediately once our final party member arrived. The food was really good and it was a bit noisy initially but quieted a bit as dinner went on.“

“After a long day at a conference at The Ritz, ten of us took an uber to this gem of a restaurant. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting. The smell of wood-fired pizza immediately set my mind on pizza and wine. We were greeted warmly and seated quickly. Everyone in our party raved about the food they ordered. Our server was delightful, fun, and knowledgable and she managed our party perfectly. I look forward to returning.“

“The burger and ahi tacos were delicious! The view and atmosphere are wonderful. The only issue was the desert. We got the donuts and ice cream. They were just alright. When the waiter asked how they were we said so so and he just kind of shrugged and said oh. No apologies or offer to give us something different.“

“A friend and I visited while waiting for some car issues to be solved. Sunshine and Lucas were awesome company to be around at that time. We met other staff, can't remember their names, but they were super friendly. The drinks were great. Even met a few new people at the bar and talked all night.“

“The food is excellent, the service is outstanding, and the ambiance is lively. My recommendations include:GUINNESS BROWN BREAD: This Brownie-style bread is served warm, soft, and with just the right amount of moisture. The European butter adds a special touch, making it delightfully sweet and creamy.FISH & CHIPS: The batter is crispy on the outside, while the fish inside remains succulent. The unique addition of crushed sweet peas at the base enhances the texture and flavor, making this dish exceptional.While the Pizzetta, Bucatini, and Ribcap certainly uphold Fable & Spirit's high standards, they didn't leave a notably memorable impression or stand out in a particularly surprising and pleasing manner.“

“This place is amazing!! So beautiful and cozy. The food is delicious, the wine, the music, the vibe and atmosphere!! Gustavo is a sweetheart. Suggested recommendations, and went out of his way to make us feel fantastic! He went above and beyond to attend to my friend and I. Amber is also very sweet and attentive. My favorite spot from now on. The Tres muchachos, (owners) are very hands on and catering. I strongly recommend this spot to anyone! Beautiful for hosting events too. ??“

“The food and atmosphere was incredible…burrata, meatballs and Mary’s chicken are fantastic. The burger and ceviche is also incredible. A not to miss spot right on the water. Savannah is also incredible with beer and wine recommendations as well as food knowledge. Highly recommend.“

“The cheese selection is always great. I tried the smoked Gouda and honey grilled cheese with prosciutto, it was amazing!!! The cheese and mustard dipping sauce was to die for. The best grilled cheese I’ve ever had. I hope they keep this on the menu.“

“The Baja Tacos are excellent and very favorable. The food is always good. However, if you are looking for good service this is not the place. The cashier has no customer service skills. He always seems to be angry.The restroom is always out of order. Which is not a big deal because there is public restrooms around the block.The food makes up for the other flaws.Bon appetit.“

“My group and I hit up Bacchus' speakeasy, Cozy Pine, recently, and let me tell ya, cozy is right! This spot is small, like really small. If you or someone nearby is a bit on the big side, expect some bumping around. But we dug the whole outdoorsy vibe they had going on. Now let's talk about the snacks! Fried goat cheese balls? Check. Blue crab dip? Double check. Deviled eggs? Oh yeah. The only letdown was the shishito peppers - a bit on the oily side. As for drinks, I went for a mocktail that tasted like lemonade, but my group seemed happy with their choices. Shoutout to the friendly and attentive staff!“