{"id":1580,"date":"2020-02-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-12T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/main-bvxea6i-tdeoyxfdffv2e.us-3.platformsh.site\/a-foodies-long-weekend-in-laguna\/"},"modified":"2025-10-06T15:57:26","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T22:57:26","slug":"a-foodies-long-weekend-in-laguna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/blog\/a-foodies-long-weekend-in-laguna\/","title":{"rendered":"A Foodie&#8217;s Long Weekend in Laguna Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Yes, it is a stunning beach town in Orange County, and yes, it\u2019s worth the visit for that reputation alone. But, there is complex character and novel charms that separate this town from others. I spent an entire weekend here exploring that distinction \u2013 showcasing beloved classics and lesser known gems. I walked everywhere from downtown to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/hip-district-lagunas-historic-shopping-place\/\">Hip District<\/a>, took the most interesting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/laughter-yoga\/\">yoga class<\/a> of my life, left the coast and went up the canyons for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/things-to-do\/outdoors\/hiking\/\">hike<\/a>, and of course, indulged on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/restaurants\/\">deliciousness<\/a> in between.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"text-center\">Watch this highlight reel to inspire your next Laguna adventure and below for the essential itinerary details.<\/h5>\n<section class=\"section section--center section--video\">\n<div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top: 56.25%;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9pSwt_i0lB8?feature=oembed\" name=\"fitvid0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"text-center\">Memorable Meals: Where I Eat<\/h2>\n<h2>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/nirvana-grille\/\">Nirvana Kitchen + Pantry<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__img card__img--full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nirvana-Cait_844285ee339c9cdd414d98916d77d4f8.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>This is contemporary California cuisine that concentrates on accentuating high-quality produce, creating a stunning yet simple meal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Highlights<\/strong>: Pistachio Dijon Crusted Australian Rack of Lamb, Grilled \u2018Loup de Mer\u2019 Mediterranean Sea Bass, and Blackened Scallops and Roasted Squash Risotto.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>2.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/sapphire-restaurant-pantry\/\">Sapphire Laguna<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__img card__img--full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/sapphire-cait_844285ee339c9cdd414d98916d77d4f8.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>\u2018Brunching\u2019 is one of my favorite activities, and Sapphire is one of the best places to do it with a drink in one hand and Braised Chile Pork Verde inside a soft corn tortilla in the other.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>3.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/cest-la-vie\/\">C\u2019est La Vie<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__img card__img--full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/clv_844285ee339c9cdd414d98916d77d4f8.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>Right on Pacific Coast Highway sandwiched between downtown and Main Beach, this is a great spot to pop into for a pastry. I\u2019m partial to macarons, so that\u2019s always my first choice.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>4.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/242-cafe-fusion-sushi\/\">242 Caf\u00e9 Fusion Sushi<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__img card__img--full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/242_844285ee339c9cdd414d98916d77d4f8.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>I rave about this is on my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/blog\/caitlins-laguna-beach-essentials\/\">Laguna Beach essentials list<\/a> and almost any platform that allows me to. I adore everything Chef Miki creates and how she manages to remain both innovative and consistent.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"text-center\">21+ Over: Where I Drink<\/h2>\n<h2>1.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/mcclain-cellars-wine-tasting-lounge\/\">McClain Cellars<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__img card__img--full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mcclain-cait_844285ee339c9cdd414d98916d77d4f8.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>This began as a passion project for the McClains, but it has quickly grown into a flourishing brand that releases a new bottle in their tasting room every month. They even make their own artisan popcorn now: a terrific pairing for your tasting.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Glass Highlights<\/strong>: 2017 Open Arms Viognier and 2017 Darcella Cabernet Sauvignon<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>2.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/laguna-beach-beer-company\/\">Laguna Beach Beer Company<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__img card__img--full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/beer-cait_844285ee339c9cdd414d98916d77d4f8.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>The craft beer is refined and artful without being pretentious, exactly what a perfect pint should be. They have their staples, original experiments, and rotating guest appearances.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"text-center\">I Don\u2019t Just Eat &amp; Drink: Where I Hangout<\/h2>\n<div class=\"cr__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"cr__feed\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-20067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screenshot-2024-12-12-103743-260x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"260\" height=\"300\" title=\"\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-20068\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screenshot-2024-12-12-103758-254x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"254\" height=\"300\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Downtown: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/kush-fine-art\/\">Kush Fine Art Galleries<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/things-to-do\/beaches\/main-beach\/\">Main Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/browns-park\/\">Brown\u2019s Park Lookout<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/hip-district-lagunas-historic-shopping-place\/\">Hip District<\/a>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/the-old-pottery-place-shops-restaurant\/\">The Shops at the Old Pottery Place<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/laguna-beach-books\/\">Laguna Beach Books<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/things-to-do\/beaches\/brooks-street-beach\/\">Brooks Street Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/directory\/alta-laguna-park\/\">Alta Laguna Park<\/a> has a variety of walking trails\u00a0which will give you the highest view. There\u2019s also picnic areas, a playground, tennis courts, basketball court and baseball field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When people read about or hear \u2018Laguna Beach\u2019, quintessential connotations and ideas come to mind.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":1588,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[25,67,66,15,41,74,43],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1580","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-culinary","category-beach","category-beaches","category-15fiftyfive","category-drinks","category-food","category-my-laguna-beach"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1580","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1580"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1580\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21968,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1580\/revisions\/21968"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1588"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1580"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1580"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.visitlagunabeach.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1580"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}