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Thanks to all the hundreds of inquiries from our readers, LagunaBeachBest.com has joined forces with the premier (and decidedly fun) locally-based tour company, Hoffy Tours, to create three exclusive Best Of Laguna Beach Tours! Just complete our easy request form at...
Driftwood Kitchen Anchors History & Innovation in One Gesture
For months I’ve been waiting for this moment. I’ve finally walked through the doors of the new Driftwood Kitchen, the eagerly anticipated restaurant in the old Beach House location. At one point in our rich Laguna Beach history, the Beach House was our grand dame...
Dog Friendly Restaurants in Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach is extremely dog friendly. The beaches allow dogs on leashes, even during certain summer hours, and just about every retailer in town is welcoming to dogs. If every restaurant could have a patio, they would likely all be obliging to dogs as well. The list...
Dolce Gelato Re-Invents Gelato With 300 Homegrown Recipes
Now that we’re officially in June and the “gloom” doesn’t even seem to be lingering, it’s time to start celebrating summer. There’s nothing more fitting for this particular topic than a check-in on the glorious Dolce Gelato on Broadway. Frankly, there’s nothing like...Slapfish Cause Means Mighty Great Specials For Us
If you’ll remember from my first review on Chef Andrew Gruel’s wonderful Slapfish Restaurant, our dear Mr. Gruel isn’t just about the food. This whole shebang began with his interest in sustainable seafood. He was quite the astute researcher, flying...Summer Jazz Festival Continues This Wednesday: Entire Season Pack for $105!
Thanks to Laguna Beach Live’s efforts these last few years, Laguna Beach has become a well-rounded hub of musical variety, and a known destination spot for national acts. While the folks at Laguna Beach Live! are just a few weeks away from announcing the incoming...
Sushi Laguna: Freshest Fish Rolled in Endless Creativity
About 14 years ago, my first friend in Laguna Beach, Lisa, took me to lunch at Sushi Laguna on Ocean Avenue. On her strong recommendation, the “Monkey Balls” was my very first order. I have not been the same person since. Now, granted, Monkey Balls are one of the...Ivory Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening
After a few weeks of dialing in her new restaurant, Ivory Restaurant Owner Marsha Benson is ready to party. (My initial review is here: Ivory Restaurant) Beginning Friday, June 13th through Thursday, June 19th, Ivory is celebrating its official grand opening with 50%...Musician, Actor and Author Rick Springfield at Laguna Beach Books
If you don’t know at least the chorus line to “Jessie’s Girl,” you’re way too young to be reading this article. (Who doesn’t know “Jessie’s Girl”?) Rick Springfield, the gentleman who first shot to the top of the...
Anastasia Cafe a Gracious Throwback to Euro-Style Breakfast
Believe it or not, more than 35 Laguna Beach restaurants serve up breakfast at least two times a week. That’s a whopping number of options, but when people ask me for one of the BEST breakfasts in Laguna, I answer: Anastasia Cafe. Anastasia Cafe’s is a gracious,...