Kitchen in the Canyon is a hidden gem tucked away in a little business pocket in Laguna. We shared the breakfast burrito with sausage and a side of hash browns, the burrito was so good, with red potatoes inside that gave it the perfect amount of yum. It's definitely big enough to share. The hash browns were... hash browns, solid but nothing fancy. I also had the oatmilk rose latte, which was perfect. It's a walk up and order type of place, the cashier was not the friendliest but I also think it had been a bit busy just before we got there. The space has ample indoor and outdoor seating, and since we don't get to enjoy outdoor dining much during the summer back home, it was a nice treat. The menu had so many great-sounding options that we already want to go back and try more. We'd definitely stop here again next time we're in Laguna. read more

Not if you are on any sort of special diet... I've been coming to this restaurant every summer for the last eight years. I am an artist and I come up from San Diego for my summer art show. Late last year I began to have issues with my digestive system, and unfortunately, my diet had to change dramatically. We had the opportunity to have lunch at Kitchen today, and I specifically asked for the shrimp on my salad to be cooked ONLY with salt and pepper because I cannot eat the garlic and onion salt that they normally put on the shrimp. When I eat garlic and onion, my body does not digest these foods properly, and I become ill and bloated. Unfortunately, I didn't confirm my order with the server when he delivered the food and I ate half of the shrimp. That was about 12:30 PM. It's 5:30 PM now and I have been in bed for the last three hours in pain and feeling pretty miserable. I AM NOT HAPPY. And neither is my husband, because he's not getting the steak, Caesar salad and baked potato that I promised him for dinner. Before I started having issues with my gut, I never gave it much thought. Now it's an issue; and people who are serving and making food for others and the people who manage those people should take more care on what they're feeding their customers with special requests. read more

Huge disappointment. Over priced, underwhelming food. There's minimal service to comment on because you order at the counter, serve yourself water from one station and coffee from another. No decaf, just a one carafe/dispenser with cream & sugar packets. It was Sunday morning at 11 and no coffee. We asked 3 times over 10 minutes time and they couldn't get it out. Last request, the gentleman we asked twice already (who said he would put out the dispenser) sent a young lady to go get us a cup from behind the counter. That coffee cup was overfilled and tasted burnt. We didn't ever get the 2 cups we purchased. They had a lot of staff, just not taking care of people. A lot of customers walked in and back out, because tables weren't cleaned. Also I think they may have expected a place where you sit down & get waited on. We wish we had not stayed. Food came out fairly fast. The chicken & waffles were not good. Chicken fingers were dry, coated in unseasoned batter, and waffle was soft, no butter served. We asked & were given 2 little butter pats. Pancakes were very generous size, but gummy, not airy. Eggs were cooked over easy- those were fine. For $50 (2 of us) it was a very disappointing breakfast. read more

Good food! Got the steak and mushroom omelette and it was loaded. Restaurant wasn't clean and felt homey. Service was basically non existent read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Shrimp burrito and Steak & Mushrooms Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

First time here and it was good: not outstanding, but good. Service was good, the ambience was good and the food was good. I wouldn't say my steak sandwich had a substantial amount of steak, but it was okay. The best of four dishes was the yogurt bowl (see picture below). read more

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This is the quintessential Southern Californian brunch spot with fresh light delicious food and good coffee. Admittedly it's in Laguna Beach but not overlooking the water; however, it's right by the Sawdust Art Festival which also has its own SoCal beach vibes. I am addicted to their shrimp bowl, I don't know what it is about it but it's so satisfying and not too heavy but still filling and delicious. They have a splendid looking pastry case as well but I'm never here early enough because every time I've been here, it's been picked through, so they must be pretty popular. The cafeteria style situation makes for a quick speedy service which is perfect for lunch. Weekend brunches are always slammed. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Shrimp bowl, rose latte, waffle with bacon and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Such a great restaurant to hang out and catch up with friends! It's tucked into the canyon if you will but is not too far from the beach. I ordered the burrito and it did not disappoint. I'd definitely come again to try other things on the menu. read more

I can't believe I just discovered this place today. Laguna is just a beautiful place with very down-to-earth people, and this restaurant represents that perfectly. It's a very casual setting -- order at the register and they bring everything out to you. The staff was so friendly and served us with a smile. Inside was cozy, clean, and well organized, and their outdoor tables are dog-friendly. Our lox Benedicts and brioche French toast were solid. My oat milk matcha latte was great too, and I liked how it came unsweetened so I could add sugar to my liking. Will definitely come back again. read more

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Kitchen in the Canyon is a pretty cool spot located on Laguna Canyon Road. We decided to stop in here for breakfast on our way to Laguna Beach. Parking was easy, seating was abundant, the price point was reasonable, and service was quick. I thoroughly enjoyed my waffle. I would not be opposed to coming back next time I'm in the area. Go ahead and check this place out! read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Absolutely loved this spot! The food is incredible and has that authentic, homemade taste you can't beat. The atmosphere is so cozy, making it the perfect place to settle in for a meal. I highly recommend trying the Eggs Benedict and their burger--both were outstanding! Definitely a must-visit. Service was very friendly and quick. read more

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We were pleasantly surprised by this place, we've always driven past it without even knowing it was back here. Plenty of outdoor and indoor space. We got the fried chicken and waffles, breakfast burrito, and a couple of other things. The salsa for the breakfast burrito was weirdly sweet. The fried chicken seasoning was so so good, would get that again. Their fries are also seasoned so well. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Fried Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Solid Breakfast. Really enjoyed the power plate. The potatoes on the eggs please werent our favorite but still great. 4.5 would be my raiting for this place, loved how much seating there was. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Eggs Please with no toast, power plate w/ sourdough, guava punch kombucha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

What impressed me about the service today was the extra care shown by the kitchen staff. Even though the order taker forgot to ask how we wanted our eggs on the steak and waffles, someone from the kitchen personally came out to check instead of making an assumption. That attention to detail really stood out. By the way, he absolutely loved the steak and waffles, and the turkey Cobb salad was incredibly delicious. Honestly, I wouldn't change anything! read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Turkey Cobb Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Amazing spot in Laguna beach! I was visiting a friend and we drove to Laguna for the day. We looked up some cute spots for breakfast and I'm so glad we decided to stop here. The staff were great and the food was even better. I LOVE Belgium waffles. If there's one on the menu, I'm getting it! This one was cooked to perfection and had the right amount of crisp to it. The fruit was fresh and the matcha latte was made perfectly. You know the food is good when it is aesthetically pleasing!! read more

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Kitchen in the canyon gets the job done. Friendly staff and quick service. We have small children so this restaurant works out perfectly for us. read more

First time we came here the place was amazing but this last time it wasn't the same experience. The place has good vibes and close to the beach which makes the parking a little hard to find. But the food that we got this time was lacking flavor and seasoning and a little on the pricy side for breakfast/brunch. We got a BLTA, eggs Benedict, mint mojito, Spanish latte, and a cinnamon roll (which was probably the best thing). They do have lots of options on the menu which is a plus but the food is just "okay". read more

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Cute little brunch place! Food was good and it came out pretty fast, didn't have to wait too long. The hash brown was nicely done. Coffee was a little better than standard. Comfortable atmosphere and easy to find parking. Great indoor and outdoor space. Clean and relaxing. read more

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I love going here for their brunch. Their coffees, breakfast burritos and Avocado toasts are great options. My friends tried the French toast and they had to share. Its a good choice to come after after your morning hike :) read more

Wow! This is one of our favorite spots for breakfast or lunch. The food is excellent, I've never tried anything I haven't liked, and the portions are great. The staff is kind and happy to help, and the setting is just beautiful. You can also take your food to go and eat at the beach which is super close. Don't forget to try their sweet potato fries! read more

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Quaint little place that is a bit tucked in! Decided to come here because we were on route back to LA from Huntington Beach and wanted some brunch. Found it on Yelp and thought to give it a try! Our server was friendly and service was quick. We got the salmon Benedict, strawberry French toast, a flat white and a cappuccino. Everything was great and tasted clean, fresh and relatively healthy (despite being brunch food!). Food was not greasy and the portion was good. The coffees were also super yummy and cute. We loved the place and was a nice way to end our LA trip! read more

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Delicious food & a great way to spend a Sunday with a large group! It's casual, counter service so it's perfect for sharing. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - The food was delicious and the vibe is great for large groups! The perfect way to spend a Sunday. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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You order your food at the window and they bring it out so there's not much to say about the service other than they were nice. The inside is huge and have high chairs for children, which is great. I got the chicken and waffles, which was a 6/10, the chicken was pretty dry, but did have a good crunch to it and they definitely need to give you more syrup. I got a lavender coffee, which I would give a 6/10, I like flour and the coffee was not that strong. My wife did get the bagels and locks and that was pretty delicious. They also have a nice drink section in the fridge and almost like a back room to hang out. read more

Still awesome food awesome owner just parking in the summer little hard as Saw Dust Festival charging $20 for same parking lot. I suggest move a cone and park your self anywhere regardless of valet guy. Love love this place ! read more

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Came based on reviews and I was very happy with my experience. The seating inside the restaurant is first come , first serve but they also have additional seating outside. The food was very yummy , I got the Spinach Benedict and I loved how it had a good amount of spinach, since it is a vegetarian dish. I still enjoyed my eggs Benedict's. My husband got the steak and eggs, he was very please with his meal because his piece of meat had no extra fat or nerve. We shared the French toast and it was also very enjoyable. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Inside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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We went there after a hike up in Laguna Hills on a Saturday morning. I must say the food was very good. There was four of us and every one of us enjoyed their meals. read more

Food was fresh and good. Ambiance casual. Service was friendly and efficient. Will definitely come back!

Nice location. Lots of outdoor space on the patio. The girl who helped us at the register seemed miserable, didn't smile at all and wasn't friendly. My salad was good but nothing special and something I could make at home. I also had the hibiscus iced tea, which made me feel nauseous. My husband liked his turkey sandwich but said it was just ok. Portion was small. I might go back to try something from the breakfast menu, but overall I wasn't impressed. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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We gave it another chance and went for breakfast. Service was excellent. Food was good, still expensive. It is a lovely space. Lavender latte was very good! read more

Always great food, and excellent service, and ambiance is good for the whole family. Definitely recommend this place! They have pastries, coffee bar, and mimosas. read more

I have been to Kitchen in the Canyon many times and I have never had a bad meal. This morning I went to have brunch. The restaurant is set up so that you go to a counter and order and it is delivered to your table. Also in the summer you will see a parking attendant that collects for parking if you are going to one of the art festivals but if you tell them that you are going to eat they will have you park towards the back of the lot. I got a Spinach Benedict with hash brown potatoes. The hash brown potatoes were ok but I have had the roasted potatoes before and I prefer those to the hash brown potatoes. The spinach was sautéed in garlic and the poached eggs were cooked perfectly. The hollandaise sauce was delicious. Everything was fresh and tasty. The ambiance could be better because most of the seating is located outside on picnic benches with some tables and chairs located along the windows of the building. There are a number of tables and chairs on the inside, but this place is very popular with the locals and is located adjacent to the Sawdust Festival so it is very busy and finding a table inside may be challenging depending on the time of day. I still really like this place even though it isn't a high end restaurant and would definitely recommend it. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Spinach Benedict with hash brown potatoes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

The restaurant is quite spacious & has nice seating outside as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our choices for our brunch! Turkey Cobb salad was a great portion of bacon, turkey , tomatoes, egg, blue cheese, & romaine lettuce, & blue cheese dressing ( altho the blue cheese dressing didn't taste distinctly of blue cheese $16.50) Lumberjack breakfast, 2 eggs, hash browns, sausage, & a waffle ($19.25), & a tuna melt served w/waffle fries & and aoli dip ($18.50). All soooo good! This whole Newport Coast area has pricey places to eat, but I feel this kitchen in the Canyon has reasonable prices, great portions, & really yummy food. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Turkey Cobb salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Nice guys Great customer service. The chicken spicy wrap is a 10 Delicious Perfect mashed potatoes. Generous servings Good parking Clean Can order online. Priced amazing read more

Came here on a Sunday afternoon for a late lunch and had a great experience. We missed the rush, so we were able to order and get a table indoors without any wait. Service was seamless and our food came out quickly. We each ordered the garden veggie omelette and a coffee. Wonderful outdoor patio seating that I would love to come back and enjoy on a summer day! read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Garden Veggie Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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This place was amazing! They opened early. So, we were able to eat before going on our Art adventure. The ambiance was peaceful and although there were a lot of people the service was quite fast and worth the wait. Friendly staff from the Cashiers to servers, MS BERTHA & AGUSTINO WERE ALWAYS checking if we needed anything. I loved everything! read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - This place is perfect in every way. Drink is called Rose Latte. Isn't she a beauty? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

One of my favorite cafes. The Steak & Eggs and Lumberjack are bomb. My only complaint is parking - avoid going here on weekends or when the Artist Festival is happening because parking becomes very difficult. read more

We found this excellent breakfast spot in the canyon where we had the most scrumptious shrimp burritos (chock full of shrimp, black beans, yummy rice and avocado)! The coffees were also fantastic! We ate outside and basked in the sun and beautiful canyon views! The service was also fast and friendly! read more

Great Father's Day brunch. Thanks Kitchen in the Canyon!! Wild goat sightings in the chaparral are always a bonus. read more

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the best fries i've ever had!! The food and drinks were delicious. I had the philly steak sandwich and a strawberry matcha. the place is also very cute and asthetic with a lot of seating. read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - philly steak sandwich and strawberry matcha with the best waffle fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Came here for breakfast before a day of exploring in Laguna! The service was very quick and they had plenty of options for food including a variety of pastries as well! The outdoor seating was so cute and had a lovely view being in the canyons. Was very glad to try it out after hearing about it for so long! read more

Kitchen in the Canyon - Garden Veggie Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

With high hopes but modest expectations, we ventured our way to Kitchen in the Canyon. the presentation was excellent but the "bark lacked the bite". While the meal was overall good, it was still nothing to write home about. High price, low performance, if you're picking up what I'm putting down. And as always, Mike Hawk Jr out Fries - 9.1 Dipping sauce - 8.8 Chicken Pesto Panini - 8.2 BLTA- 7.0 read more