Must-see restaurants in Coastal Orange County

  • Zinc Cafe & Market

    Laguna Beach

    Ground zero for Laguna’s see-and-be-seen vegetarians, this gourmet market has a hedge-enclosed patio where you can munch on tasty vegetarian and vegan…

  • Sabatino’s

    Newport Beach

    The claim to fame of this authentic Italian place on Lido Island is its handmade Chicago-style sausage, blended with Sicilian goat cheese for that…

  • Pierside Kitchen & Bar

    Coastal Orange County

    The name really says it all at this urbane spot across from the water. Get a table by the window for the best ocean views as you chomp on a modern…

  • Big Fish Tavern

    Laguna Beach

    Sustainably-raised Hawaii-style poke (marinated raw fish), Baja-style fish tacos, coconut shrimp and the fresh catch o’ the day are about all you need…

  • Duke’s

    Huntington Beach

    It may be touristy, but this Hawaiian-themed restaurant – named after surfing legend Duke Kahanamoku – is a kick. With unbeatable views of the beach,…

  • Sugar Shack

    Huntington Beach

    Expect a wait at this HB institution, or get here early to see surfer dudes don their wet suits. Breakfast is served all day on the bustling Main St patio…

  • Beachwood BBQ

    Coastal Orange County

    Downtown’s barbecue hut ropes in regulars with fried pickles, meats smoked using peach, maple, red oak and avocado wood, buffalo sloppy joe sandwiches,…

  • Memphis

    Coastal Orange County

    Inside a vintage mid-century-modern building, this fashionable eatery is all about down-home flavor – think pulled-pork sandwiches, popcorn shrimp, gumbo…

  • Jon's Fish Market

    Coastal Orange County

    Nothin' fancy about this counter-service fish market, where they do large, hearty portions of deep-fried ocean goodness: famous fish and chips, scallops,…

  • Turk’s

    Coastal Orange County

    At Dana Wharf, this trapped-in-amber dive bar is so dark it feels like you’re drinking while jailed in the brig of a ship, but never mind. There’s plenty…

  • Paradis

    Coastal Orange County

    Paradis makes about 200 (whoa!) flavors of ice cream, of which you'll find about 16 on any given day, so there's always a reason to come back. They also…

  • Cappy’s Café

    Newport Beach

    You won't leave hungry from this bright-blue diner on the land side of Coast Hwy. It serves monster omelets, crispy bacon, country fried chicken, house…

  • Pipes Cafe

    Coastal Orange County

    Pipes is in a strip mall not close to the beach, but surfers still come here to grab their breakfast burritos and eggy seaside scramblers. Come hungry,…

  • La Galette Crêperie

    Coastal Orange County

    Near the pier is this brunch spot for sweet and savory crêpes – try the molten chocolate or chicken with maple barbecue sauce. Take a seat on the sidewalk…

  • Laguna Beach Farmers Market

    Laguna Beach

    Local farmers and merchants sell their wares each Saturday, an ever-changing seasonal selection of both produce and prepared foods.

  • Taco Loco

    Laguna Beach

    Throw back Coronas with the surfers while watching the passersby at this been-there-forever Mexican sidewalk dive. Taco, quesadilla and nacho options seem…

  • Park Bench Cafe

    Huntington Beach

    Sometimes Fido likes to order too. In a dog-friendly setting with shady outdoor picnic tables, try this casual outdoor restaurant in Huntington Central…

  • Romano Cucina

    Huntington Beach

    For hearty Italian fare, follow the twinkling lights to this cozy, homey trattoria, known as much for its ripped waiters as for the thick slices of…

  • Mother’s Market & Kitchen

    Huntington Beach

    Get your organic, health-conscious groceries here. A deli and take-out cafe caters to all diets (eg vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nondairy). Juice bar…

  • Bodhi Tree

    Huntington Beach

    Just north of downtown, this 100% vegetarian and vegan pan-Asian joint has a huge and varied menu, including mock-meat delights like pho noodle soup and…

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