Food Scene
Local joint with lots of character and great coffee. You can walk there.
15 locals recommend
J C Beans Inc
34114 Pacific Coast HwyLocal joint with lots of character and great coffee. You can walk there.
Luciana's Ristorante
24312 Del Prado AveGreat Italian food. Another local favorite.
Jack's Restaurant
24462 Del Prado AveGreat food. Good atmosphere. Local favorite.
Great breakfast joint. Expect a line on the weekend. But usually moves fast.
18 locals recommend
RJ's Cafe
25001 Dana Point Harbor DrGreat breakfast joint. Expect a line on the weekend. But usually moves fast.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great vibe. Restaurant and nightclub with good music. Local's favorite.
47 locals recommend
StillWater Spirits & Sounds
24701 Del Prado AveGreat vibe. Restaurant and nightclub with good music. Local's favorite.
Great blufftop patio with big ocean views. Go for the sunset, or to watch the surfers below.
42 locals recommend
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Laguna Niguel
One Ritz Carlton DrGreat blufftop patio with big ocean views. Go for the sunset, or to watch the surfers below.
Entertainment & Activities
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrAvoid the weekend and summer crowds. Off-season is best.
Knott’S Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdSmaller crowds than Disneyland but just as fun for kids.
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrAbout a half-hour's drive. Fun for the whole family.
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.Shopping
Cute little shops and art galleries and restaurants abound. Take the free trolley from the Ritz Carlton -- to save the hassle of traffic and driving and parking.
844 locals recommend
Laguna Beach
Cute little shops and art galleries and restaurants abound. Take the free trolley from the Ritz Carlton -- to save the hassle of traffic and driving and parking.
Essentials
Ralphs
903 S El Camino RealThey have all the groceries you need.
Trader Joe's
32351 Golden LanternGreat alternative to the mainstream grocery chains.
Gelson's
30731 Gateway PlHigh-end groceries.