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Welcome to Driftwood Kitchen

Driftwood Kitchen, located in Laguna Beach, CA, offers a mesmerizing ambiance with stunning ocean views. Customers rave about the delicious cocktails, mouth-watering burgers, and must-try dishes like Chilean sea bass and lobster hash. The restaurant provides a variety of options for both meat lovers and vegans, with impeccable service and ample portions. The outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying the warm summer sun, making it a popular choice for reservations. Valet parking is available for convenience. Overall, Driftwood Kitchen is a top-notch dining experience where food meets the view for an unforgettable meal.

LOCATIONS
  • Driftwood Kitchen
    619 Sleepy Hollow Ln Laguna Beach, CA 92651
    619 Sleepy Hollow Ln Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Hotline: (949) 749-6367

Welcome to Driftwood Kitchen, a stunning restaurant nestled in Laguna Beach, CA, offering a unique combination of steakhouses, seafood, and cocktail bars. This upscale establishment prides itself on providing a wide range of amenities, including reservations, takeout options, and a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.

As a food reviewer, I have had the pleasure of sampling the exquisite dishes at Driftwood Kitchen, and I must say, it's an experience like no other. The ambiance is incredible, with both light and bright outdoor dining areas and a rich, mahogany bar inside. The views of the sunset over the ocean add a touch of magic to your dining experience.

Customers rave about the delicious cocktails, with each one priced at $16 and perfectly balanced in flavors. The food offerings are equally impressive, with options like the Chilean sea bass and lobster hash receiving high praise from diners. The lobster carbonara and sticky toffee dessert are also standout dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Driftwood Kitchen not only excels in food and drinks but also in providing exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you choose to dine inside or outside, you'll be treated to beautiful views and top-notch service.

If you're looking for a dining destination that combines stunning views, delicious food, and impeccable service, look no further than Driftwood Kitchen. Make a reservation, relax, and indulge in the culinary delights that this restaurant has to offer.

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Ariana N.
Ariana N.

Ambiance : incredible. It's a very light and bright dining area outside, there's also a darker, rich, mahogany bar, and dining area inside. You can choose what suits your mood. Outside has a gorgeous view of the sunset over the ocean. Drinks,: the cocktails are 16 bucks and every single one is delicious. They have a fair amount of sugar, but it's balanced and doesn't come off as overly sweet. Highly recommend the nighttime, cucumber, vodka, drink, and the black and blue. Food: Croquetas: I would pass on these. They weren't too expensive, but it's only comes as four and they just tasted like a glorified fish ball. 2/5 Brussels sprouts and Shishito peppers: excellent dish! I was sharing it with someone who does not like sushi type flavors, and he stayed at these were not too strong. The dipping sauces, the flavors, and just the overall nature of the dish were beyond exceptional. Highly recommend, will order again. 5/5 Scallop Main Dish: excellent dish, highly recommend this. The scallops were well cooked, and the accompanying potatoes and accoutrements really complemented the perfectly delectable seafood. Yes, there were only four scallops, but it was well worth the cost. 5/5 Toffee cake: absolutely scrumptious. You can get the bacon on the side, but this was such a well plated and tasty without being too big or too small. 5/5 de

Hanna C.
Hanna C.

5/5 LOVED THIS PLACE! Fast service and good vibes! I got the burger and it was delicious and fries were also great! Super nice view

MamaSugar B.
MamaSugar B.

Stunning view! Incredible food. Quite the delicious treat exemplifying what the "West Coast" has to offer! Recommendations: - Purchase a bottle of wine instead of by glass (Trust me, you'll be thirsty with the warm summer sun on your face; especially with outdoor seating) - Oysters are a MUST! (Delicate) - Chilean sea bass! (Buttery & flavorful) - PASS on the Spanish Octopus (Chewy) - Tuna tartare (Ok, but not our favorite. Was missing an element: salt, acid, heat, etc.!) Overall, amazing experience! Will definitely return to try some of the other items on the menu!

Ashif D.
Ashif D.

Been here twice, we had the best server, the atmosphere and the views were amazing, and the food was just delicious! Enjoyable on so many levels. Great food with ample proportions. Pleasant staff. Oceanside dining with beautiful views. Sit outside or inside both have nice views. Make a reservation and relax. Valet parking only, $8/hour.

Janelle L.
Janelle L.

Picked this place to meet my visiting Chicago cousins. The view definitely delivered. Even if the food was bad the view would have compensated and balanced my rating. All of the dishes were plentiful and enough to share if you wanted. I ordered the lobster hash and had big chunky lobster pieces in every bite. Parking is tricky, there is none. There's a valet stand that you basically have no choice TO use UNLESS you're walking or staying at a hotel near by. Don't be confused when your GPS starts you wandering down back alleys, that's how you get here.

Joy H.
Joy H.

I've been to this spot a few times for sit down dinner, brunch as well as drinks on the patio. It's always been lively, high energy and great views. - I recommend getting a reservation if you'll be dining. I found the food to be delicious but my favorite part was the patio seating right on the ocean. - In addition, their cocktail hour is super popular. Watching sunset from their outdoor space is a real treat!

Connie G.
Connie G.

Definitely in my top 3! For starters the view makes your whole experience that much and more. Made reservations for a pre b day lunch for me after someone recommended this place and I wish I would have done them sooner. Went with several appetizer/starters: Octopus Oysters Flautas Fries Served with SB wine Service was impeccable! Always checking in and food was served with great presentation. Dessert was delicious I couldn't help but eat all that cake! From the Deck and now here both made it in my top 3! Love and can't wait to come back next time to try the dinner menu.

Jacob D.
Jacob D.

We had a reservation; they texted us about ten minutes before our time that our table was ready and to see if we're on the way; host was expecting us sat us immediately. We got seated right by the window which was nice because we got a view but it was still pretty cold outside at night for early June. Server John was very friendly and accommodating, asked us after we ordered everything if we want to split into courses. Checked in on us with every course. Drinks The Passionate One -- delightful; just the right amount of sour, you could definitely taste and feel the gin and Prosecco Laguna Mule -- so cold and refreshing, nothing extra and just a well made mule which was perfect Food Wild White Shrimp Scampi -- perfect amount of lemony flavor from the capers, the sauce was incredible, definitely use the bread to soak up all of the sauce, we just wanted to eat it all over again after it was done. Clam Chowda -- perfectly hot, the oyster crackers were good, clam flavor wasn't overwhelming, cup was a good size for 2 people to split, there were a couple of whole clams in the cup which I didn't enjoy exactly because it just felt like it was taking up space but that's not really a big problem. The Driftwood Wedge -- awesome! Great sized pieces of bleu cheese and the bacon was the perfect complement, very fresh tasting and crunchy to offset the soup Lobster Spaghetti Carbonara -- good flavor, the lobster taste wasn't overwhelming which was really appreciated, the egg on top was a nice addition Grilled Half Mary's Chicken -- the chicken was nice and crispy, the sauce was really good, the potatoes were the perfect amount of crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Would've liked more than 3 carrots though 100% come here to celebrate an occasion or literally just to treat yourself to an incredible dinner!

Kristella P.
Kristella P.

Wow! Sometimes you sacrifice food quality for views and this was not the case here. The most beautiful ocean view and amazing food. Wow. We got the lobster carbonara and Chilean sea bass and both enteees were amazing. So was the sticky toffee dessert