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Best Date Night Restaurants in Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

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4.8
Exceptional(860)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 37 times today
Orange County-based restaurateur Russ Bendel and partners are bringing a sister restaurant to his thriving wine country concepts to the San Juan Capistrano dining scene.Bloom is an all-encompassing dining experience, featuring craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beer selections. Located directly across from the Mission of San Juan on the corner of Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano. Check out our website for more information: www.BloomSanJuanCapistrano.comDon't forget to follow us on instagram to stay up to date about Bloom: BloomRestaurantAndBar
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4.8
Exceptional(2812)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Laguna Beach
Booked 27 times today
Selanne Steak Tavern, owned by Anaheim Duck legend Teemu Selanne and located in a quaint, historical home built in 1934, features an upscale casual neighborhood tavern and a traditional steakhouse. In addition to the absolute best steaks in Orange County, the Tavern offers great burgers, small plates, salads and appetizers as well as an extensive world class wine list, great specialty cocktails and craft beers. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with an amazing Selanne experience!
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4.8
Exceptional(2807)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 64 times today
Set in a beautifully restored 1911 cottage complete with a wrap-around veranda and lush gardens, The Tea House on Los Rios offers Orange County's premier high tea experience. Known for our famous scones, delicious tea sandwiches, and loose-leaf teas, we also feature a full luncheon menu and a weekend brunch menu, complete with mimosas and Bloody Marys. Join us for an unforgettable experience on Historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. Take the train and making a day of it!
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4.6
Exceptional(2470)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 34 times today
Our restaurant, bar and private dining room celebrate the storied history of California's organic farming, brewing, and oenology. Outdoor patio seating unveils stunning Aliso Canyon and golf course views. As an homage to the original homesteaders, fresh-made food and drink are a focus throughout your dining experience, with many ingredients harvested on property. What we don't grow here is thoughtfully sourced.Kyle St. John is the Executive Chef bringing his passion of farm-to-table cooking and fresh, locally-sourced cuisine. The menu changes with each season, integrating fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables grown and gathered from our own half-acre Harvest Farm. The new bar is a haven of sociability, featuring an innovative handcrafted cocktail menu, enticing wine list and 18 craft beers on tap—all for sipping along with earnest conversation.The Harvest team shares their masterfully creative and intensely local take on California coastal cuisine designed with food-lovers in mind.
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4.9
Exceptional(1514)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach
Booked 27 times today
We offer seating in 3 spaces,, including our Bar/Lounge, Dining Room/Chef’s Counter or Intimate fire-wall enclosed Patio. Due to space considerations, please contact us directly for larger tables of 6 or more guests.Live entertainment is performed nightly on the main stage in our Dining Room. Tables are by reservation only, for dinner. Hours of Music; Su/M/Tu, 5:30-9:30pm Wed/Thu 6-10pm Fr/Sa 6:30-10:30pm. All Tables in Main Room or Patio, Th/Fr/Sa, are subject to a $10 per person Live music charge, on top of dinner tab. Our dynamic musical line-up of Jazz, R&B, Soul & Contemporary artists, provides an interactive yet intimate experience, in an elegant yet relaxed setting.The Drake features New American cuisine prepared by Award Winning Chef team Paul & Nick Gstrein. Seasonal offerings encompass an ever-evolving menu of unique small plates, steaks, chops, fresh seafood & desserts. Our curated Wine & Spirits selections serve to enhance the dining experience.Meet us at The Drake!
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4.4
Awesome(12191)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 146 times today
Las Brisas, a Laguna Beach icon, blends timeless charm with classic Southern California cuisine, offering fresh, chef-curated dishes and world-class hospitality. Start your day with our Weekday Breakfast or unwind during our Weekday Happy Hour with bites like Tuna Poke and a Las Brisas Margarita. On weekends, savor our luxurious 4-course Brunch while enjoying breathtaking ocean views. Whether dining in our elegant rooms or relaxing on the outdoor patio, Las Brisas provides a historic coastal setting perfect for any occasion.
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4.5
Awesome(1351)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Laguna Beach
Booked 49 times today
Driftwood Kitchen and Stateroom bar is a casual restaurant that serves ocean-to-table fare next to a lovely waterfront view. Helmed by executive Chef Rainer Schwarz, the menu showcases an eclectic selection of seafood dishes that highlight the diversity of the Pacific. Menu highlights include hand-shucked oysters, salmon, octopus, swordfish and lobster, prepared with nothing but the finest and freshest ingredients. Driftwood also offers alternative menu items for landlubbers, such as dishes made of chicken or steak.Driftwood Kitchen and Stateroom Bar is open all through the week. In addition to its dinner menu, the restaurant serves brunch 7 days a week between 9 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. The airy dining room is a great place to enjoy a casual business lunch or a fun outing with friends. Driftwood Kitchen also boasts a bar, open from 9am - 10:30pm everyday.
A photo of Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4445)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 49 times today
Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort is perfect for a romantic date night. With ocean views, fabulous food, and excellent service, it's an ideal spot for a special occasion. As one reviewer put it, it's a place to go for a 'very nice, romantic dinner' with 'top notch' food and 'attentive' staff. The ambiance is consistently praised as exceptional, with one guest stating it's a 'great place for an evening'.
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4.3
Awesome(370)
Price: Expensive
• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 49 times today
Nestled along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, Salt Creek Grille proudly returns to the Dana Point community under new ownership. Our newly remodeled interiors and stunning outdoor patio exude elegance and comfort for unparalleled ambiance, setting the perfect stage for savoring our enhanced menu that features a true, wood-fired American steakhouse with a California coastal twist.
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4.8
Exceptional(1799)
Price: Moderate
• American • Laguna Beach
Booked 60 times today
Sapphire, Cellar. Craft. Cook located in Laguna Beach is committed to providing our guests with exceptional service, quality, and value. We aspire to perfect our craft, create emotional connections, and set the benchmark for cuisine in Southern California, and beyond.Come, be a guest in our home. We look forward to serving you!

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  • Duane
    Orange County •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We were so excited to visit Splashes since the remodel and we were pleasantly impressed! We started with a cocktail in the new lobby lounge that overlooks the ocean. What an outstanding use of this location that use to be hotel suites. Next it was on to Splashes where we were met by Julian (from Paris) who found us a marvelous table overlooking the picturesque sunset. Julian is a great ambassador for the hotel and Splashes. Our Waiter was Patrick from Buenos Aires, Patrick and his server Jose have been with the hotel for years and were very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. We started with the lobster bisque, this is a must have when visiting Splashes, it was outstanding! Our dinner was beautifully presented and delicious. I had the sea bass special for the evening, it was tender and buttery and it melted in my mouth. My wife had the halibut which was also outstanding. We ended the evening with a shared Baked Alaska, it was the perfect sweet treat to complete this great evening. We can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our experience at Surf and Sands Splashes. We will be back very soon!
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    Splashes at Surf & Sand ResortPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Laguna Beach
    4.8
  • Laura
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful from start to finish. Quiet morning in Feb, post-rains. Absolutely beautiful, lovely service, food was incredibly good. Comfortable and perfectly enjoyable meal for a birthday brunch.
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    HarvestPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Laguna Beach
    4.6
  • AliciaVIP
    Las Vegas •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Overall this place is always a grand slam. As people who live out of town and frequent the restaurant it is always a good experience. We made reservations to dine for Valentine’s which did not disappoint. My only gripe if you will came down to the daily specials, we asked our waiter what the daily specials were knowing they are usually amazing. When asking for the items, we also inquired about price of course as that ultimately lies on the decision whether to venture off the normal menu if the value is there. The special was a filet and lobster tail.. we asked the price, our waiter said he believed it was $82. Seemed fair considering the ribeye on the menu was $62. Upon receiving our bill, we were shocked to find the special was actually $115. Considering the smaller steak paired with the lobster tale the value just didn’t match the pricing and had our waiter been consistent with the pricing when ordering it would have changed the outcome of my bill. Overall a little disappointed in the value, but definitely not the food itself or the ambience.
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    Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.CookPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
    4.8
  • LeighVIP
    Indiana •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The Drake has live music so it will not be quiet but we sat in the bar so we could enjoy the music but could still have conversation. We enjoyed both of our meals, the halibut and the venison. The art deco decor enhanced the experience as well.
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    The Drake in LagunaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Laguna Beach
    4.9
  • Timothy
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our first dinner experience at Selanne’s was spectacular. Our server Guillermo was friendly, informative, and attentive the entire evening. The food was coursed properly and timely. The food was delicious — both our 12oz NY Strip and 14oz Ribeye were prepared perfectly. We also accompanied these with green beans, carrots, and assorted salts, all great additions. We enjoyed our cocktails as well. Overall, we highly recommend Selanne’s for your next date night or an upscale evening with friends.
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    Selanne Steak TavernPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Laguna Beach
    4.8

Discover best date night restaurants in Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

The dining scene in South Orange County, particularly in areas like Aliso Viejo and Laguna Niguel, is ideally suited for those planning a romantic date night. Restaurants in this region offer a diverse array of culinary experiences, from cozy, intimate settings perfect for a quiet evening to vibrant, stylish venues that add an extra touch of glamour to your night out. Each locale is committed to providing exceptional service and a memorable dining atmosphere, ensuring every date night is special. Patrons can expect a variety of menu options that cater to all tastes, from innovative contemporary dishes to classic favorites, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The attention to detail in both food presentation and ambiance reflects the area's dedication to creating a fantastic dining experience. Whether you're looking for a place that offers a picturesque view or a hidden gem tucked away in the city, South Orange County has a range of options that promise a delightful date night. Engaging in this culinary adventure not only satisfies the palette but also enhances the overall experience of a romantic outing.

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