I would like to send a huge thank you to our server Axel . With Customer service and Hospitality being a lost art it's refreshing to feel like the only person in the building. Once again thank you for taking care of us for breakfast and lunch while attending a cliff side wedding ceremony. We have been here plenty of times and will be returning. Thank you Axel. read more

Las Brisas - Outdoor seating - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Las Brisas was incredible! We were here for a birthday celebration and Luis made everything so special. Service was amazing and so was the food! read more

Luis was the absolute best!! We loved our experience at las brisas. Great service and food! Amazing atmosphere. The skinny spicy margs were

Lorenzo was amazing Dinner and food were on point Overall experience was excellent! read more

I have never felt the need to leave a horrible review, but if it were possible, I honestly would not give this restaurant a single star. It is absolutely insane to me how poorly and aggressively Sarah, the manager, treated us. Yesterday, August 23rd, we had a reservation and arrived around 2:35-2:45 PM. Dinner started at 3:00 PM. We were initially told to go inside for a table, only to be told shortly afterward that there was no space inside and that we had to go back outside. This wasted even more of our time. It was nearly 3:00 PM when a blonde woman named Sarah explained to us that if we wanted dinner menus, we would have to wait until we were seated. Since we had a flight to catch and already knew what we wanted to order, we decided to use the brunch menus instead. Once we were seated, our server came over and took our brunch menus, saying he would exchange them for the dinner menus. It was around 2:57 PM at this point. Shortly afterward, Sarah, the manager, came over to us very rudely and told us that we could not have the dinner menus because she had already explained that we needed to wait until we were seated for them. The issue is that WE never asked for the dinner menus. We simply agreed when our server offered to exchange the menus because it was only a few minutes before dinner started. Sarah proceeded to blame us for having the dinner menus, even though we were not the ones who asked for them. We asked for Sarah's name, and to our surprise, she was the manager. If you are a manager and treat customers this way, you should not be in that position whatsoever. Truly disappointing and extremely unprofessional behavior. We eventually ordered our food with a new server, and his behavior was much better. We had no issues with him personally. However, we waited practically an hour for our food. I really do not believe it should take that long for relatively simple food, especially when we had already explained that we had a flight to catch. To make matters worse, there was a short, black piece of hair in my friend's food. She is blonde, so it clearly was not hers. By this point, we were already extremely frustrated with the entire experience. The view is beautiful, but it is absolutely not worth dealing with the behavior, service, and overall experience we had at this restaurant. I would not recommend it the only good part of this restaurant is the view. read more

Very rude hostesses. Was excited to try this place on my trip to Laguna but the vibe of the employees really ruined it. Had one drink and left. Also the overpriced drinks had next to no alcohol, and the bartender made us pay for our drinks directly after ordering instead of opening a tab. Many other cute restaurants within walking distance of this one, would skip and find someplace else. read more

July 29, 2026 It's the view, stupid! This expansive restaurant views are amazing, the food Meh. We tried to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather but even with a reservation we were told we had to sit indoors. We started with guacamole and the bean dip it was served with a tiny plate of. not enough chips and four bowls of sauce two red two green we needed to consolidate them to make room on the table, see pic. We did ask for more chips and received them. Both the bean dip and guac were decent. For our main courses we had the Baja Cioppino, the steamed clams and the shrimp tampiquenos, all ok but a bit under seasoned. I had asked the waiter for additional toast for my Cioppino as the broth can be the best part and he quickly brought it ($4). It's been said "the better the view the worse the food." I think that's true read more

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The good: one of the best views in Laguna Beach; waitress was incredibly sweet and quick with the drinks; drink prices were pretty good. The bad: only one - seating. The hostess would not allow us outside seating because we were just having drinks. Even after seeing so many empty tables, it wasn't until we spoke to a manager that we were permitted outside at a bar area, and even she seemed disgruntled. We were there a total of 20 minutes. There were 3+ wait staff working the patio. Many tables remained empty even as we left. Disappointing experience. read more

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Can you say bottomless mimosas AND Bloody Marys?! SOLD! And yes, obviously I had to try both... it would've been irresponsible not to! We stumbled upon Las Brisas while visiting the art museum next door, and it was a TOTAL SCORE! The ocean views are beautiful, the atmosphere is perfect for brunch, and the food was delicious. They offer a set brunch menu, but there are plenty of great options, and everything we tried tasted amazing! Definitely worth the money. You'll leave feeling good, full, and very happy with your decision! read more

Las Brisas - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

What a great experience to eat at the place as always. It's been awhile since I've been back but it was delicious. Great view of the ocean while I enjoyed my breakfast. Staff and service was tip top. Relaxing and enjoying atmosphere. Yelpers, if you're in Laguna Beach. This is a spot to try. Come early. You may get the place to your self... Thank you La Brisa! I will be back again for sure.... read more

Las Brisas - STEAK & EGGS - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I had the pleasure of dining here twice on a weekend trip from Vegas so that should tell you all you need to know. You had a beautiful table on Friday overlooking the water and it was so pitch perfect. My girlfriends and I shared a charcuterie platter, which was larger than life. So yummy and very excited with the meat and cheese selections. Their fig compote pairs well with the cheeses they selected. Service was amazing. I highly recommend this restaurant for girlfriend's wine date. The second day was Sunday and a large group of about 24 of us were there for brunch. They seated us on two tables side-by-side, which was wonderful since we weren't expecting to be accommodated like that. All of our dishes were delicious. I chose the wahoo which unexpectedly was slightly seared and I was all about it. I wasn't expecting a sushi dish, but was really happy with my choice. Other friends had eggs Benedict and everything looks so yummy. Big portions too !! Yay for that . read more

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Las Brisas is a classic in Laguna. The view is spectacular, and we've always found the service to be very attentive. We took two adult grandchildren there before the Pageant of the Masters, and we all enjoyed it, as we were always have in the past. It is pricey for dinner, but then it's Laguna. One challenge is parking. They do have valet parking, but it can be difficult to find anything else that isn't a bit of a walk. For a great view and a great relaxing and enjoyable experience, it's a solid choice. read more

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We were here to celebrate our anniversary and couldn't have picked a better spot. The food was superior. We started with the tuna tostadas which was very good. My wife found it a tad too spicy. We had the crab taquitos which were very different and quite delicious. We went with the seafood risotto very good. The service provided by Nora, was top notch. Finally the view and overall location sitting on the Pacific in Laguna Beach is unparalleled. read more

Las Brisas - Introductory cocktails. - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Las Brisas is still one of my all-time favorite restaurants. The food is delicious and interesting. Portions are generous. (The Branzino was great.) The service is excellent. (Thanks, GiGi!) But the air (outside, near the ocean) and the view (ocean, etc.) are unmatched (especially if you sit outside). I'll attach a photo I took just 25 yards away from the restaurant. read more

Food was great. Good portions- definitely full at the end. The food also looked very pretty and bright. I wish there was more spice on the 2 mexican dishes but they still were well balanced. There was a good view of the ocean, and honestly not as pricy as I would think food by the ocean would be. I would go again still! read more

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Amazing!! Atmosphere, food, cocktails, Lorenzo...so perfect!! The mood and dinner matched the gorgeous view. The service, everyone from the hostesses to bartender to server (Lorenzo) was top notch. Will definitely come back!! read more

Las Brisas - The table view...soooo perfect!! - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

We had a reservation and arrived before the appointed time. We still had to wait another 35 - 40 mins. We waited seated at the bar and placed a drink order for two drinks. The bartender served us the wrong drinks which we had to correct. Once seated the service was so slow. We waited for another 30 mins to take our order. Food came out fairly quickly after. The server did not return during the meal to check on waters, drink refills, etc. After another hour we flagged down the server so we could finally pay and leave. For a place that charges an extensive amount for brunch/lunch, the overall service, food, drinks was just not it. The parking lot is tiny and street parking is limited like beach parking. There is a valet. The restaurant overlooks the ocean and the beach. That is what the big draw to this restaurant is. I would not recommend this place. read more

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We had an absolutely phenomenal experience at Las Brisas. This was a very special celebration, and the staff really went above and beyond to make the evening magical. Many thanks to Ricardo--- he was so patient and sweet with our large party, and even brought out a beautiful raspberry cheesecake slice to celebrate our new graduate! Las Brisas is iconic for its view of the ocean, and the sunset over the sparkling waves was spectacular. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious---- even though it was a full house, we received our orders very quickly. I was incredibly impressed at how smooth the operation was behind-the-scenes. This is a special-occassion restaurant. People come here expecting a truly special evening to celebrate life milestones, and Las Brisas exceeds those high expectations. The drinks: we ordered cadillac margaritas (one of which was mine----delicious!) pineapple piscos (one was nonalcoholic, to the delight of our younger guest), and a hot tea. The tea wasn't on the menu, but Ricardo very kindly brought out the teas from the morning brunch. Small touches like this really go a long way. Ricardo very graciously accommodated the small requests of a younger guest who cannot drink alcohol and a guest who likes to sip on English Breakfast over dinner, and it truly went a long way. The guacamole and chips were great. The order also comes with a red sauce and a salsa verde. All three dips were delicious, but I particularly liked the sour kick of the salsa verde with the fresh, hot chips. Our entrees were all excellent. I ordered the Seafood Cóctel, and it was a lovely interpretation of a classic shrimp cocktail and ceviche. Topped with beautiful, creamy avocado and two luscious shrimp tails, the dish was composed of chopped shrimp, crab, and avocado in a delightfully citrusy tomato-based sauce. It was plated with fresh tostaditas, but I loved the fresh seafood so much that I ate it with a spoon! Dessert was fantastic. We ordered two flans to share, but Ricardo brought out a beautiful berry cheesecake on the house to celebrate our graduate's special day. The dessert was delicious, but what we will remember most from our experience at Las Brisas was the service. Thank you so much, Las Brisas and Ricardo! read more

Las Brisas - Seafood Cóctel - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

3.5 stars Las Brisas is a Mexican seafood restaurant located by the Pacific Ocean by Laguna Beach and Heisler Park. It's located in a really convenient area near downtown Laguna Beach making it a popular spot. They have a private parking lot and also metered parking in the area. They have different seating options like oceanfront indoor dining room, outdoor patio, booth seating, and bar seating. The calamari ($24) was good and I liked the tartar sauce. The seared tuna tostada ($25) was slightly spicy but it was just one piece which was personally not worth the price. The steak and eggs ($47) had nice charred flavors and I liked the two accompanying salsas. The ribeye steak & lobster enchiladas ($39) were decent and I preferred the red sauce. For drinks I got the pineapple pisco ($17) which was refreshing and a bit spirit forward. The food at the brunch was just okay, but I've heard better things about their weekday lunch so I might have to come back for that. At our table we had nice views of the water and there was a lot of bright natural light. It's really the highlight of the restaurant and the experience, and it's a good spot to both people watch and watch the sunset too. read more

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Came here for my graduation celebration and left pretty disappointed! The food here was sub-par and maybe would have been ok but the service wasn't that great either. Our server wasn't the friendliest nor the most attentive to our table Ordered the chilaquiles and this was one of the least flavorful versions of it I've had- there was no protein and not even any beans! It was pretty much isolated nachos with some sauce and avocado. The sauce was good but gets pretty underwhelming after you realize you're only eating nachos. The calamari was good but I wouldn't recommend the pozole verde- it was pretty much just soup The best item from our table was probably the squash quesadilla, but again, no protein inside. If you get that, I'd recommend adding something! read more

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Every aspect of our experience was 5-stars! Gorgeous, unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean. Delightful, personable service. Melt in your mouth food. Frank was efficient and helpful, and also incredibly personable and warm. He made great recommendations, ensured our coffee cups were full, and made our breakfast so enjoyable. The steak that comes with the steak & eggs was very tender and expertly prepared. The fried fingerling potatoes were amazingly good. Because we were little chatterboxes, Frank learned it was my daughter's birthday and brought out a beautiful slice of cheesecake with raspberry sauce! read more

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Short review-- Good for cocktail hour on a date night. You pay for the view, not the food nor the service. Reasoning-- We thought this would be a great place to celebrate our small wedding dinner. Would not recommend. Our waiter was nice and that's where the hospitality stopped. The majority of the staff we interacted with had an attitude. Less of, "I'm having a bad day" and more like "go bother someone else." I lost track of the amount of eye rolling and faces we received from the hostess in a 2 minute time span. As for the food, it's average. Hot food came out cold and lacking major flavors. But the drinks were good! read more

Came in for a quick happy hour and the vibes did not disappoint! Not only were the drinks good (amazing mezcal btw) the ocean views are stunning. Highly recommend sitting outside. My server, Stephani, was so kind and attentive the entire time I was there. read more

Las Brisas - oysters - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Whoever is part of the hiring staff must definitely be on something because who hired these people!!! TLDR: Amazing beach view, kind server doing his best, but overall disorganized service, long waits, and mediocre food. Great place for pictures -- maybe eat beforehand. First off, I genuinely felt bad for our server because he seemed overwhelmed and was taking the heat for issues that clearly went beyond one person. He stayed patient, respectful, and kind the entire time, which we appreciated. The manager, however, seemed more focused on shifting blame to the server and kitchen staff rather than acknowledging the obvious lack of communication and organization overall. When she went down to "check on us" it didn't seem like she wanted to speak to us and was kind of just walking around "waiting" to be flagged down. There were other several angry tables as well. To their credit, they did offer complimentary dessert and reduced our bill by about 50%, which we appreciated. Ambiance: Honestly, the best part of the experience and probably the only reason why they get 2 stars (and some for our kind server). Beautiful beach view and plenty of spots nearby to walk around and take cute pictures while waiting for your food... and waiting... and waiting. Service: We sat down and weren't offered water for quite a while. Our server was difficult to find throughout dinner, and we had to flag someone down multiple times just to place orders, get water, utensils, etc. I'm assuming he was stretched thin with too many tables. Some of us had no utensils or napkins and ended up improvising with appetizer forks and spoons from the oysters. One person finally received a fork after everyone else had already finished eating. Asking bussers for help was unfortunately pointless because they rarely came back. We were also told the general manager would come speak with us after our concerns were brought up, but that never happened. Food: Everything took an extremely long time to arrive, including drinks -- we actually canceled some because they took so long. Most dishes came out lukewarm or cold. The seafood risotto was bland, the "rare" ribeye came out medium-well and overly salty, and there were several order mix-ups. At one point, we received two orders of guac and salsa when we only ordered one. When we mentioned it, the busser casually said "it's okay" and left them on the table anyway. Thankfully our server later clarified we wouldn't be charged for the extra order. read more

Las Brisas - BUTTER POACHED LOBSTER - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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This is by far the best restaurant in Laguna Beach offering stunning views of the beach and the Pacific Ocean. Valet parking is limited so you have to be patient in finding parking on the streets. The staff are very accommodating and the food is very fresh and delicious. read more

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After visiting Laguna Beach for over 33 years, I finally decided to dine at Las Brisas--and it exceeded every expectation I had. I made a 2:00 PM reservation on a Wednesday and was seated immediately at a table with a breathtaking ocean view. The ambiance alone is worth the visit, but what truly stood out was the overall dining experience. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and refreshingly genuine. Instead of steering us toward the most expensive items on the menu, he offered thoughtful recommendations based on quality and flavor--which I really appreciated. We ordered the lobster enchiladas and the shrimp tampiqueños, and both dishes were exceptional. The flavors were rich and well-balanced, but the highlight was easily the white wine garlic sauce on the tampiqueños--it was absolutely outstanding. To finish, we had the cheesecake, which was the perfect ending to an already incredible meal. Between the stunning views, excellent service, and truly memorable food, Las Brisas has earned a new regular customer. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

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We sat down around 11:30 and ordered coffee, an appetizer, and then our lunch. Somehow, our lunch came out before we had even received the appetizer، I told the person who brought the food that we were still missing our appetizer. There was no real reaction or concern; the lunch was simply taken back. Our server then came over and asked, still want the appetizer?" I said yes and the lunch right after , The appetizer eventually arrived, but about 45 minutes later, we still hadn't received our lunch. During all that tim nobody checked on us, asked if everything was okay but the young gentleman with water refilled! At that point, I had completely lost my appetite. I asked the young gentleman for the bill. Eventually, our server showed up with the check and told me, "Here's your check, and your food is coming shortly, I told him, "No, plase just cancel it." He walked away without saying much,Seriously!!! a few minutes later, our food was brought to the table anyway. That's when I asked to speak with a manager. He came over with a very dry "Hi, how can I help you?" His response to what I explained was basically that the server had forgotten about the appetizer,, and he was not going to have me pay for it, and I should enjoy my meal. That response bothered me more than the mistake itself. This was never about getting free food. I don't mind paying for a good meal and a good experience. I was looking for someone to acknowledge how poorly the situation had been handled and simply say, "I'm sorry." Instead, I felt like I was being told, "You're not paying for it, so what's the problem?" I even pointed out that I couldn't exactly "enjoy my meal" because I didn't have any silverware. I left the meal untouched and asked for the check. At the end, our server did apologize and explained that he was exhausted, works two jobs, was tired, and had been distracted. I appreciated that he at least apologized and was honest with us, but respectfully, none of that should become the customer's problem. Mistakes happen I understand that better than most, What matters is how they're handled. A genuine apology and a little concern could have completely changed this experience. Las Brisas you beautiful location and an incredible ocean view, but hospitality is about much more than the view. Unfortunately, based on this experience, the service and management fell far short of what I expected from a restaurant like this. read more

Service, food presentation, and views were excellent. Only giving lower stars because the food was just mediocre for the price and caliber of the restaurant. Valet is $15, which is pretty fair for 3 hours of parking near the beach. read more

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Views that never disappoint. Food presentation is great and the flavors never miss. Came for a last minute birthday dinner for my boyfriend who has never been. We were finishing up dinner and my boyfriend said to me, wow the service tonight has been amazing. He was not wrong! Danny was the bomb! He even overheard us talking and surprised us with cheesecake ;) been visiting this place since I was a kid. Ty he remodel from 2019 is beautiful! Go check this place out and request Danny. Great knowledge of the menu, prompt and friendly. read more

Las Brisas - View from our table ;) sorry guys no good pics. We inhaled everything. - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Such a beautiful day in Laguna!!! What could be better than lunch on the beach at Las Brisas? Hubby bought me a $200 gift card for Christmas and this was our first opportunity to get away and use it. First drinks were selected. Hubby got a beer and I talked the server into a pomegranate martini. Axel was our server. He was great!! He made sure the martini came out perfectly. Just a dash of pomegranate, not too sweet. Delicious!!! We ordered chips and guacamole as an appetizer and we were pleasantly surprised that it also came with a side of two salsas. I ordered chicken flautas and Hubby decided upon the local market blackened fish sandwich. We both really enjoyed our food. Perfect atmosphere, perfect view and weather and a nice and very attentive server Axel!!! Awesome way to spend a summer afternoon!!! read more

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Good coastal views, service, and food! We were able to grab a reservation with short notice on a Friday night. It was my first time here and I loved the seafood risotto. However I think it is overpriced read more

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Ambiance was nice. Went on a Monday morning for brunch. Server was nice. Prices were decent considering the view. Meter parking only and it was pretty limited bc of construction vehicles nearby. Still, would come back again. read more

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The view and the vibes here were immaculate. I loved where the location of this restaurant is. The food here was just okay, I wish there was more flavor and I wish that the cooks put more effort into our food. The service was also mediocre. I felt as if our party was neglected. We constantly had to flag them down for stuff for the table. I would come again for the views and a drink, but not for the food or the service. read more

It's an expensive place with a good view of the ocean. But that's where it ends. Tomato soup was good, but it came out warm at best. When I asked for pepper... the server said,"there's enough pepper on it." Since when does a waiter say something like that? Just bring the pepper for my cold food. Veracruz fish came out cold and bland with no flavor. Some type of flavorless scallop potatoes came out cold. The service was pretty much MIA. Our drinks sat empty most of the time we were there. Overall, won't return read more

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Came here over ten years ago, and honestly--nothing has changed. The food feels dated, no real surprises. The view, though, is still doing all the work. Let's be real: you don't come here for the food. read more

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We were greeted and seated immediately upon arrival and chose the comfortable outdoor beachfront seating, which made for a fantastic coastal setting. To drink, I started with the blueberry jalapeño mocktail, which was delicious, tangy, and had the perfect spicy kick. For appetizers, we tried the calamari served with two dipping sauces that paired with it perfectly, and the crab Rangoon taquitos. They were decent, though a bit underwhelming since the cream cheese flavor didn't really come through, I don't think it really had any to be honest, which was a bit disappointing. For our main course, the roasted chicken was well seasoned and served with potatoes, for a side we ordered garlic-tossed broccolini that was packed with flavor. Overall, Brisa's delivered a great lunch experience with friendly service and good food right by the water in Laguna Beach. read more

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WARNING: DECEITFUL tipping practices! Suggested tip amounts printed at bottom of check are inflated. Our total with tax was $200. The bill showed $44 for a 20% tip - that's 22% of the taxed total and 24% of the subtotal. We only noticed because when the server took our credit card, he asked if he should add a 20% tip. We were surprised but agreed, then noticed the tip he gave himself was higher than 20%. When we told him this, he said he used what was printed at the bottom. That's when we saw that all the suggest tip amounts were inflated. This is either a system-wide error or an unscrupulous way to mislead guests to leave bigger tips. We told the manager, who replied that no one is forced to leave anything. We also found out that our server got someone's order wrong, then told the manager that we didn't like the dish. Dishonesty and suspicious practices throughout the restaurant. Buyer beware! The view is nice and drinks were good. Food was decent, not amazing, and overpriced because of the location. And the service was uneven - the server disappeared for long periods. But because of the questionable business practices, I would not recommend Las Brisas. read more

What happened to this place? Where's the fun happy hour vibe that it used to be sitting out back with the ocean breeze having drinks and appetizers with friends for all the many years I lived up the street? Was so much fun and many great memories out on that patio! We were back visiting and now you can't sit out there unless you are having dinner, and it is a dead zone with numerous empty tables because the outside is now confiscated as part of the restaurant. That's nuts! What a waste. We were told if wanting "happy hour" we have to now sit at the inside bar where there's no direct coastline view and definitely nothing happy about it. Wow, I never thought I'd be saying this EVER, but we're done. All the new changes have ruined this place and is no longer fun. It's a huge shame. read more

Came here recently having discovered and only seen this place on Google maps, and surprised to see this low of a yelp rating lol. Well, I enjoyed it here :) my party came for weekend brunch on a beautiful day. 5 stars for the whole experience, 4 for the food. The restaurant is beautiful with lots of windows, spacious interior, and facing the ocean. Highlights of the food were the jalapeno cornbread, steak and lobster enchiladas (a little pricy but considering the protein I guess it's normal, the salsa was amazing though) and also enjoyed the burger and crab omelette. Overall prices for brunch considering the niceness of this place was pretty reasonable. Service was good. This seems like a perfect place for a boozey brunch, would definitely do that if I lived closer! Parking lot valet was full when we came. Had to find street parking a few blocks over. read more

Parking options include the valley lot and street parking. While reservations are highly recommended, they're not mandatory. The bar offers first-come, first-served seating, and there's a small patio outside. This place is great for groups and families. We had brunch on a Saturday, and the service was fantastic. Our server was attentive and ensured we had everything we needed. The menu caters to all tastes, and the bar offers full service. If you're in the area, this is a must-try spot. read more

Las Brisas - LOBSTER EGGS BENEDICT - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California