Laguna Beach Favorites Guide Winter 2023

Dear Reader: Thank you for picking up our Winter Edition featuring thje 2022 Laguna Beach Favorites. Each of the advertisers in this guide is part of what makes this city sparkle. We hope you take the time to visit them all and come to learn why they are Laguna Beach Favorites. For a quick reference, see our advertisers index on page 42.

As we look ahead to 2023, we are excited to lauch our 5th Annual Laguna Beach Favorites contest. Everyone can nominate their favorite businesses, people, and places, in the voting period to follow, you can cast your votes daily. Stay tuned at VoteLaguna.com for all the details. We hope you enjoy all Laguna Beach offers, indoors and out, and plan to visit us often. Wishing you a happy and healthy 2023!

Lisa Farber, Publisher

Mozambique

1740 S. Coast Hwy.

Thursday Koko & Friends

Fri. & Sat. Live music in Durban Room 7p-10:30p

Fri. & Sat. Live music in Shebeen Lounge 9p-12a

Sunday Jazz brunch 12p3p & Reggae 7p-10:30p

The Sandpiper

1183 S. Coast Hwy.

Live music nightly 9:30p

Bar open daily 2p-2a

Skyloft

422 S. Coast Hwy.

Wed. Jazz night 7p-10p

Thurs. Jam band 8p-11p

Fri. Top notch DJ's 9:30p-1:30a

Sat. Live band & DJ 9:30p-1:30a

Sunday Blues night 8p-11p

Marine Room Tavern

214 Ocean Ave.

Live music nightly 9p-1:30a

Sunday Jazz night 7p-11p

Hennessey’s Tavern 213 Ocean Ave.

Fri. & Sat. Live band/DJ

upstairs 9p-1:30a

The Cliff

Thursday-Saturday Live

56th Annual Patriots Day Parade

“Volunteer Heroes”

Sat. March 4

Downtown Laguna lagunabeachparade.org

Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center

Ongoing exhibits & events in a variety of the arts. lbculturalartscenter.org

Laguna Art Museum

Ongoing exhibits & events for all ages. lagunaartmuseum.org

First Thursdays Art Walk

Jan. 5, Feb. 2, March 2, April 6

Art galleries host receptions citywide. firstthursdaysartwalk.com

Staged: Starring

Rita Rudner

Grapes for Grads

Laguna’s annual premier wine tasting event.

Sunday April 30

at Festival of Arts grapesforgrads.com

January 25 - Feb. 12

Can this couple, once the toast of Broadway, possibly work together again? Find out in the world premiere of the new comedy play

“Staged” by Martin Bergman and Rita Rudner (pictured right).

No Square Theatre

Waiting in the Wings

A new musical comedy

Rated R. Fridays & Saturdays, Jan 20-29

Laguna Playhouse

Once

March 8 - 26, 2023

LagunaBeachLive!

Laguna Beach Music Festival

Feb. 17, 18, 19 at Laguna Playhouse

lagunabeachlive.org

‘Guy meets Girl’ in this tender love story about a struggling Irish musician on the verge of giving up, and a piano-playing Czech immigrant who reminds him how to dream.

The 30th anniversary celebration of silliness. At the Forum Theater

March 10-26

Laguna Playhouse

April 12 - 16, 2023

An evening of hysterical comedy featuring the voices of almost 30 characters, all played by Steve Solomon.

JT LASH STUDIO

From professional eyelash extensions to refills, and specialist services such as the latest microblading 3-d eyebrow services, tinting, or hair removal, JT Lash Studio can give you the desired look you want!

1400 Coast Hwy, Ste. 102, Laguna Beach, (949) 342-8681

jtlashstudio.com

LOCAL FAVORITE: SUPPORTING LAGUNA BEACH

John Campbell is a leading member of our community. He is proud to be a Rotarian supporting their philanthropic endeavors such as the Laguna Food Pantry and Grapes for Grads.

LE MACARON

True French macarons made with the finest glutenfree ingredients, and no preservatives. Beyond the signature macarons, their menu includes gourmet chocolates, French gelato, classic French pastries, European style beverages and homemade candies.

La Macaron

184 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA (949) 715-5282

LALA A KERRY CASSEILL STORE

lemacaron-us.com/lagunabeach/

LAGUNA CANYON WINERY RESERVE CHARDONNAY Orange County’s premium winery and public Rock n’ Roll tasting room. Grapes are sourced from Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Grapes are hand-picked for processing. Reserve a wine tasting at lagunacanyonwinery.com and each guest will receive a 19.5 crystal logoed wine glass valued at $15.00.

ART THAT MAKES YOU HAPPY

Robin Hiers paints art that depicts the Laguna Beach Lifestyle in her unique and expressive style. Visit Laguna Gallery of Contemporary Art, and The Deck on Laguna Beach where you can view her fun art while sipping a cocktail right on the beach. RobinHiersArt.com, Instagram @ RobinHiersArt, (949) 940-6662

ONLY NAILZ

Discover why customers come from as far away as Pasadena to get their favorite mani-pedi’s. They are THAT highly rated. It’s all about customer service and creativity.

Only Nailz

1050 S Coast Hwy, Laguna, (949) 245-5803

www.OnlyNailz.co

WEEKDAY HAPPY HOUR SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

As if your day couldn’t get any better in Laguna Beach – find out why locals and visitors love the weekday happy hour, from 3-6pm at The Wharf. Great food, craft beers and specialty cocktails. The Wharf, Laguna Beach, 237 Ocean Ave., Laguna Beach, (949) 497-3381, www.TheWharfOC.com

GOT PLANS FOR TUESDAY?

Any day is the right time for the authentic Mexican cuisine from Laguna Beach Favorite Papa’s Tacos, and how about their Taco Tuesday where you can get any of their famous Tacos for only $2.99 on the patio or take-out!

Papa’s Tacos, 31622 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, (949) 499-9822

PapasTacosInc.com

For over 45 years, Gina’s Pizza has been serving award winning, high quality, great tasting Italian food to our beloved Laguna Beach neighbors. A true Laguna Beach Favorite! 1100 South Coast Hwy, (949) 494-4342, GinasPizza.com.

Orange County’s premium winery and public Rock n’ Roll tasting room. Grapes are sourced from Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Grapes are hand-picked for processing. Reserve a wine tasting at lagunacanyonwinery.com and each guest will receive a 19.5 crystal logoed wine glass valued at $15.00.

C’est La Vie Restaurant and Bakery is a favorite place to find California French Cuisine and scrumptious baked goods with an ocean view in the heart of Laguna Beach.

C’est La Vie Restaurant and Bakery

370 S Coast Hwy

(949) 947-5100

CestLaVieRestaurant.com

LAGUNA CANYON WINERY ROSÉ

LAGUNA BAGUETTES

New offering – In addition to our famous baguettes we know bake “Flatbread”, made with the same baguette sourdough adding herbs & cheese, is just flatter. Order online only: LagunaBaguettes.com, use the login: Hotel, PW: guest to schedule delivery.

TACO TUESDAY AT SEAHORSE LOUNGE!

$3 Gourmet Tacos, 2pm8pm. Try their chicken, shrimp, carne asada, veggie, salmon, carnitas tacos, or their delicious $5 Ahi Tuna Tostada. Live Music 7-10pm. The Seahorse Lounge at Pearl St. General, 1796 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, (949) 715-4533, PearlStGeneral.com

LAGUNA CANYON WINERY RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Orange County’s premium winery and public Rock n’ Roll tasting room. Grapes are sourced from Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Grapes are hand-picked for processing. Reserve a wine tasting at lagunacanyonwinery.com and each guest will receive a 19.5 crystal logoed wine glass valued at $15.00.

THE ROOFTOP & COMEDOR

You don’t have to be a hotel guest of La Casa del Camino to enjoy the ocean view rooftop bar or elevated Spanish/California cuisine. Reservations recommended. La Casa del Camino dining at The Rooftop & Comedor, 1289 S. Coast Hwy, (855) 634-5736, LaCasaDelCamino.com

FIVE HUNDRED SUMMER STORIES A LIFE IN IMAX. Greg MacGillivray has lived a life like no other. And now he’s telling his story. The only documentary production company to gross $1 billion in worldwide ticket sales, and you get a front row seat to learn his inspiring true story. From surfing to Everest and beyond. Order your personal copy online at www.500SummerStories.com

COFFEE DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR

Internationally renowned marine life artist Wyland has dedicated his life to bringing attention to environmental issues and marine life preservation. Find out about your next opportunity to join him for special events here in Laguna Beach at his studio at 509 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, (949) 376-8000, wyland.com

LOVE RESCUES HEARTS

Select from their range of coffee, sourced from a variety of countries, all roasted to perfection. Stop by for a freshly brewed treat or simply order your favorite roast online.

Laguna Coffee Co., 1050

S. Coast Hwy, St B, Laguna Beach, (949) 494-6901, LagunaCoffeeCo.com

Award winning recycled surfboard artist Carolyn Johnson has an amazing variety of tones to match your home or office. Find your favorite.

Carolyn Johnson Gallery, Coastal & Recycled Surfboard Art, CarolynJohnsonGallery.com

Art Exhibition

Art-A-Fair, Gold

Sawdust Art Festival, Silver

Art Gallery

Tamara Nelson Art, Gold

Artist Eye Gallery Laguna, Silver

Artist|Mixed Media

Eren Alptekin Fine Art, Gold

Tamara Nelson Art, Silver

Artist|Oil or Acrylic

Susan Leonhard, Gold

Cliff Wassmann Fine Arts, Silver

Artist|Plein Air

Susan Leonhard, Gold

Michael Obermeyer Studio, Silver

Artist|Recycled/Upcycled

Carolyn Johnson, Gold

MLANCE DESIGNS, Silver

Artist|Sculptor

Wyland, Gold

Jorg Dubin, Silver

Artist|Watercolor

Pamela J. Fall, Gold

Lydia Delgado, Silver

Arts Program

Sawdust Art Festival, Gold

Woods Cove Art Studio and Gallery, Silver

Jewelry Designer

McClendon Jewelry, Gold

Neeley Fine Art Jewelry, Silver

Martin Custom Jewelry, Silver

Photographer

Cliff Wassmann, Gold

Pamela J. Fall, Gold

John Straub, Silver

All-Around Restaurant

The Cliff Restaurant, Gold

Harvest at The Ranch, Silver

Bakery

Moulin Laguna Beach, Gold

Cafe Heidelberg, Silver

Bar

Larsen at Hotel Laguna, Gold

The Cliff Restaurant, Silver

Bar Food

The Wharf, Gold

The Seahorse Lounge, Silver

Bartender

The Saloon, Gold

The Anchor Line Bar, Silver

Beer Selection

LAGUNA CRAFT GUILD

Laguna Beach Beer Co., Gold

The Seahorse Lounge, Silver

Breakfast

Cafe Heidelberg, Gold

Kitchen In The Canyon, Silver

Brunch

Mozambique, Gold

Oak Laguna Beach, Silver

Burger

Hennessey’s Tavern, Gold

The Penguin, Silver

Café

Laguna Coffee Co., Gold Cafe Heidelberg, Silver

Coffee

Jedidiah Coffee, Gold

Laguna Coffee Co., Silver

Pearl St. General, Silver

Dessert

Roux Creole Cuisine, Gold

Oak Laguna Beach, Silver

Dog-Friendly Restaurant

Avila’s El Ranchito, Gold

Laguna Coffee Co., Silver

Frozen Treat

Gelato Paradiso, Gold

Dolce Gelato, Silver

Happy Hour

Mozambique, Gold

The Wharf, Silver

Italian Food

Alessa by Chef Pirozzi, Gold

Oliver’s Osteria, Silver

Lunch Spot

Lost Pier Cafe, Gold

Lumberyard, Silver

Margaritas

Coyote Grill, Gold

Carmelita’s Kitchen de Mexico, Silver

Mexican Food

Avila’s El Ranchito, Gold

Adolfo’s Mexican Food, Silver

Ocean-View Dining Patio

The Cliff Restaurant, Gold

La Casa Del Camino (The Rooftop Lounge/Comedor), Silver

Outdoor Dining

Sapphire Cellar, Gold

Alessa by Chef Pirozzi, Silver

Pizza

Gina’s Pizza, Gold

Zpizza-Laguna Beach, Silver

Romantic Meal

Roux Creole Cuisine, Gold

Oliver’s Osteria, Silver

Surf and Sand Resort, Silver

Rooftop Restaurant/Bar

La Casa Del Camino, Gold

Skyloft, Silver

Seafood

Roux Creole Cuisine, Gold

Driftwood Kitchen, Silver

Smoothie/Juice Bar

Orange Inn, Gold

Whole Foods Market, Silver

Specialty Cocktails

The Saloon, Gold

Royal Hawaiian Fire Grill, Silver

Sports Bar

Laguna Beach Beer Co., Gold

Hennessey’s Tavern, Silver

Steak

Roux Creole Cuisine, Gold

Selanne Steak Tavern, Silver

Sushi

O Ja0panese Cuisine, Gold

242 Cafe Fusion Sushi, Silver

Tacos

Papa’s Tacos, Gold

Coyote Grill, Silver

Take Out

Papa’s Tacos, Gold

Roux Creole Cuisine, Silver

Bar with Live Music

The Sandpiper Lounge, Gold

Mozambique, Silver

Live Band/Music

Performance Group

Local Remedy, Gold

The Heretics, Silver

Solo Musical Performer

Selly, Gold

Kurtis Gentile, Silver

Aesthetic Treatment

Anita Wang, MD, Wellness, Longevity & Aesthetics, Gold

ZO Skin Centre, Silver

Barber Shop

The Den Barber Shop & Shave Parlor, Gold

Logan Bros. Shaving Co., Silver

Chiropractor

Gary Arthur, D.C., N.D./Health

In Balance, Gold

Veronica F. Nice, D.C.-Nice

Touch Chiropractic, Silver

Dentist

Laguna Family Dentistry Alex Kalmanovich D.D.S., Gold

Mark Brisley, DDS, Silver

Doctor

Anita Wang, MD, Wellness, Longevity & Aesthetics, Gold

Laguna Beach Aesthetics: Adrienne O’Connell, DO, Silver

Facial

Spa Del Rio, Gold

Laguna Aesthetics, Shien-Lin

Pryor, MSPAS, PA-C, Silver

Fitness Studio/Gym

Art Of Fitness

Laguna Beach, Gold

Cora Kasperski Laguna

Fitness, Silver

Hair Salon

The Hudson

Salon & Spa, Gold

Serandi, Silver

Health/Day Spa

Sycamore Spa by Hudson, Gold

Laguna Canyon Spa, Silver

Hotel Spa

Montage Laguna Beach, Gold

Surf and Sand Resort, Silver

Massage

Surf and Sand Resort (Aquaterra), Gold

Laguna Canyon Spa, Silver

Medical Facility/Practice

Caduceus Medical Group, Gold

Hoag Family Medicine

Laguna Beach, Silver

Personal Trainer

Brian Wisely, CFT, The Well, Personal Fitness Studio, Gold

Cora Kasperski Laguna

Fitness, Silver

Pharmacy

Bushards Pharmacy, Gold

Laguna Beach

Pharmacy, Silver

Physical Therapy

Laguna Beach

Physical Therapy, Gold

Gary Arthur, D.C., N.D. Health In Balance, Silver

Wellness Treatment

Anita Wang, MD, Wellness, Longevity & Aesthetics, Gold Spa Josephine, Silver

Yoga Studio

pacificblueyoga.com, Gold

Cho’s Academy, Silver

Beach

Thalia Street, Gold

Divers Cove, Silver

Non-Profit/Charity

Sawdust Art Festival, Gold

Laguna Beach

Cultural Arts Center, Silver

Place to Volunteer Laguna Food Pantry, Gold Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, Silver

Spot for Viewing the Sunset Montage Laguna Beach, Gold The Cliff Restaurant, Silver

Auto Repair

Laguna Auto Service Center, Gold

Laguna Canyon Smog and Automotive Repair, Silver

Customer Service

Team Laguna, Gold

The Ranch, Silver

Florist

Laguna Nursery, Gold

The English Garden, Silver

Home Builder/Remodeler

BBJ & Builders, Gold

Julie Laughton

Design Build, Silver

Insurance Agency/Agent

George FJ Hill

Insurance Inc, Gold

John L. Campbell

Insurance Agency, Inc., Silver

Pet Services/Supply

Laguna Groomers, Gold

Ginger Biscuits

Pet Treats, Silver

Real Estate Agent

Danielle Purcell Team Laguna, Gold

Andrea Ballesteros, Silver

Real Estate Company

Team Laguna, Gold

Coldwell Banker

Global Luxury, Silver

Real Estate Team

Team Laguna, Gold Ballesteros

Real Estate Group, Silver

Tattoo/Piercing Shop

Laguna Tattoo Studio, Gold Cast of Crowns

Art Collective, Silver

Veterinarian

Arch Beach

Veterinary Clinic, Gold Canyon Animal Hospital, Silver

Eyewear Shop

Soul Focus Optical, Gold

Hobie Surf Shop, Silver

Grocery Store

Pavilions, Gold Ralphs, Silver

Home Décor

Furnishings Store

Vertigo Home, Gold Cottage Furnishings, Silver

Jewelry Store

Miche McClendon

Jewelry, Gold

Fredric H. Rubel

Jewelers, Silver

Liquor Store

Spigot Liquor, Gold

Pavilions, Silver

Local Store/Shop

Coast Hardware, Gold

Sound Spectrum, Silver

Men’s Clothing Store

Hobie Surf Shop, Gold

The Vault Men, Silver

Place to Buy A Unique Gift

Sawdust Art Festival, Gold

Pearl St. General, Silver

Surf Shop

Laguna Surf & Sport, Gold

Hobie Surf Shop, Silver

Women’s Clothing Store

Merrilee’s Swimwear, Gold

AMĒNAH, Silver

The Shop Laguna

Beach, Silver

Women’s Shoes/Accessories

The Shoe Box, Gold

Hobie Surf Shop Laguna

Beach, Silver

Action Sports & Rentals

Laguna Beach Bums, Gold

GoffTours/Surfing

Lessons, Silver

Boutique Inn

Hotel Joaquin, Gold

Pacific Edge Hotel, Silver

Charity Event

Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, Gold

Grapes for Grads, Silver

Family Activity

Laguna Beach Saturday

Farmers Market, Gold

The Ranch at Laguna Beach, Silver

Hotel/Resort

The Ranch at Laguna Beach, Gold

Montage Laguna Beach, Silver

Live Art Event/Exhibit

Sawdust Art Festival, Gold

First Thursdays Art Walk, Silver