Ambiance is the best part about this restaurant. Unfortunately we waited 18 minutes past our reservation time and still sat at a high bar table with stools. Food is average at best and plating needs lots of help. My wife ordered the scallop and all she saw at first glance was a can of chick peas that were tossed with a few scallops that were over cooked and placed in a bowl drenched in excessive sauce. Surprising how no one has told this chef to make improvements ASAP. Worst part about it was the description of the dish was not well represented once we received it. It took a good 30 minutes to receive two entrees and non of the starters looked appealing. My wife commented on her dish and the...
Central Laguna Beach
361 Forest Avenue Laguna Beach, CA 92651, 92651-2150, United States Reservation"Great food and service! Menu is a nice change to the same/same in Laguna."
Details
Phone: +19497150801
Address: 361 Forest Avenue Laguna Beach, CA 92651, 92651-2150, United States
Reservation, Booking
City: Laguna Beach
Website: http://www.centrallagunabeach.com/
Opening hours
Tuesday: 12:00-21:00
Friday: 12:00-22:00
Saturday: 12:00-22:00
Sunday: 12:00-20:00
Statistics
Dishes: 10
Categories: 5
Reviews: 754
Address
Reviews
Like many restaurants I've been to, the appetizers started off very positive and delicious but the main courses were simply not very good ordered the scallop dish which came with 5 overcooked scallops, 5 pieces of overcooked brocoli and about 200 garbanzo beans that were mushy all buried in a sauce that was not good. My daughter's risotto (one of the signature dishes) was okay but still drenched in sauce so hard to taste the other flavors. On a positive note, my ice tea was very good and the service from the waitress was great so perhaps come here for drinks and the appetizers but stay away from some of the mains.
Great food and cocktails, friendly welcoming service but the restaurant is small and packed with seating, no bathroom in restaurant (outside, upstairs, needed a key), music was loud and didn’t fit the ambiance of the place and slightly overpriced. Might go back for the happy hour but probably on a weeknight when it’s a bit more relaxed.
This restaurant is my absolute favorite. The bar tenders are fantastic and they make the most delicious cocktails. One of my personal favorites is the blackberry champagne cocktail - it's so good that I even started making it at home now. Book a table now
seafood paella: recommended by the server and it definitely did not disappoint! I don't usually like starchy foods but I ended up scraping the pan to finish
5 stars; 1 for ambiance, 2 for the food, and 2 for the excellent customer service! 1 for ambiance- This Restaurant is very romantic.
Very pleased with the service and the quality of food. Quiet location with a nice ambiance. Would highly recommend!!
Truffle mac and cheese was so good! It was a little noisy during dinner. The host and waiters were very friendly. Book a table now
The food and service were awesome. We both had the scallops. Great portions and just the right amount of spice!
Great food and service! Menu is a nice change to the same/same in Laguna.
Dishes
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Categories
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Vegetarian
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Steakhouse
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American
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Seafood
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Steak
Amenities
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Outdoor Smoking Area
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Gluten Free Options
- Table reservation
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Outdoor Dining
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Weekend Brunch
- Reservation
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