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1. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook
4.7
Exceptional(3104)
$$$$
• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 36 times today
Welcome to Ironwood, Cellar. Craft. Cook. located in Laguna Hills. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.
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2. King's Fish House - Laguna Hills
4.7
Exceptional(5527)
$$$$
• Seafood • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 96 times today
Established in 1997, King’s Fish House is Laguna Hills’ choice for seafood. Located near the Laguna Hills Mall, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Our generous corkage program for each table: the first 750mL bottle is complimentary, and each additional 750mL bottle is $25.
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3. Delizie Ristorante & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1064)
$$$$
• Italian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 14 times today
Chef Santiago is at the helm of this South County Favorite. Delizie offers daily specials including homemade pastas, imported Italian delicatessens, and the freshest fish and meats available daily as well as an extensive listing of wines from California and Italy. Delizie also features a full bar and banquet room, available for private parties.
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4. Domenico's on the Lake
4.7
Exceptional(1451)
$$$$
• Italian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 31 times today
Orange County's newest upscale dining experience is now open on Lake Mission Viejo! Well known for our iconic location in Long Beach, Domenico’s was one of the first restaurants to serve pizza in California and is famous for our legendary pizzas and amazing Italian and American inspired dishes. Domenico's on the Lake is an upscale take on our original location featuring new steak and seafood entrees, while still featuring the original recipes that have made us an institution in Southern California.NOTE: OUR LAKESIDE PATIO HAS LIMITED SEATING AND CANNOT BE GUARANTEED BECAUSE THE DEMAND OFTEN EXCEEDS AVAILABILITY. PATIO SEATING REQUESTS ARE SUBJECT TO A WAIT.
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5. Pub Thirty-Two
4.7
Exceptional(457)
$$$$
• Irish • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 9 times today
Located in Mission Viejo, California, Pub Thirty-Two represents our desire to bring the type of restaurant and bar experience we enjoy to Mission Viejo; a place you will be as comfortable holding a professional lunch meeting as you are having drinks and great conversation with friends. We strive to provide a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere with food, drinks, and events that exceed expectations. Our restaurant is farm-to-fork, and our menu changes seasonally. We are proud to be partnered with local ranches and farms to bring you fresh, local, and sustainable food.
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6. Mint
4.8
Exceptional(77)
$$$$
• Indian • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 22 times today
Mint Desi Craft Kitchen has become a local destination for Indian and Pakistani cuisine in south Orange County since opening in 2016. The restaurant, which is a sister concept to Michelin-recognized Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen in Fullerton and SHOR Bazaar in Hawaiian Gardens, offers a sophisticated menu that boasts a robust selection of classic, halal dishes alongside a 100% alcohol-free bar program featuring carefully crafted mocktails. Curated to redefine the perceptions of the region’s cuisine in an innovative and elevated way, Mint promises guests the opportunity to experience the truest extent of Indian and Pakistani culture. We are proud to debut our reimagined vision of Mint to both newcomers and our loyal guests. This redesign, from the space to the new elevated menu – offering a refined selection of our Indian & Pakistani favorites – was both a labor of love and a dream we’ve had for years.
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7. OPAH Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(1800)
$$$$
• Seafood • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
Booked 47 times today
OPAH Seafood + Grill is an upscale seafood restaurant in Aliso Viejo, celebrated throughout Orange County for market-fresh fish and refined coastal cuisine. Our chef-driven menu highlights premium seafood, elegant composed plates, and expertly crafted cocktails, delivering a polished dining experience ideal for date nights, celebrations, and sophisticated evenings out. Guests return for our popular martinis, curated wine selection, and attention to detail in every course.The name OPAH comes from the Hawaiian Moonfish, once regarded as a symbol of good luck and generosity among fishermen, a tradition that inspires our service with heart and gracious hospitality. Conveniently located near Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo, OPAH is a destination for elevated seafood dining in South Orange County. Reservations recommended.
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8. Villa Roma Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(189)
$$$$
• Argentinean • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 18 times today
Villa Roma is a unique restaurant combining Argentine and Italian flavorsLive ambiance music Thursday, Friday & Saturday !
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9. Rancho Capistrano Winery - Ladera Ranch
4.7
Exceptional(380)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 22 times today
Discover the epitome of outdoor and indoor dining excellence at Rancho Capistrano Winery in Ladera Ranch. Our expansive wrap-around heated deck offers breathtaking views of the picturesque Ladera Town Green park, creating the perfect ambiance for a memorable dining experience. Plus, enjoy the convenience of abundant free parking, ensuring a hassle-free visit every time. We offer over 35 of our own wines created from some of the finest vineyards in the west coast and a food menu that has won over 40 "Best of" awards.
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10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Laguna Hills
4.6
Exceptional(259)
$$$$
• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 39 times today
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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