Came back to introduce some friends, and Noble Ace delivered once again. Stylish atmosphere, impeccable service, and our warm, attentive server made the evening. We also loved that the chef stopped by our table--a thoughtful touch. We shared the grilled artichokes and caviar (chef's kiss), that onion dip ( iykyk), the Branzino was perfectly prepared, and the Stroganoff completely stole the show. The Pink Pony, Summer Solstice, and Trophy Wife were cocktail perfection. Five stars, no notes. Already dreaming about our next dinner at Noble Ace. read more

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Had an incredible dinner at the Chef's Table at Noble Ace last night. What an experience! We shared our way through the menu, and honestly, I couldn't pick a favorite because every single dish was outstanding. The cheddar biscuits are absolutely to die for. The portobello mushroom bruschetta was one of those dishes where every bite was an explosion of flavor. The potstickers were another huge surprise--packed with incredible flavor and definitely a must-order. The wedge salad was a perfect classic, the pork chop was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the gluten-free fried chicken was unbelievably good (you'd never know it was gluten-free!). The cocktails were just as impressive. I loved the Pink Pony Club--it was fun, fresh, and surprisingly well balanced without being overly sweet. Their classic dirty martini with blue cheese-stuffed olives was spot on. We finished with the croissant cheesecake and an amazing after-dinner espresso cocktail with orange liqueur that was perfectly balanced and the ideal ending to the meal. From the beautiful space and lively atmosphere to the exceptional food and drinks, everything exceeded expectations. Huge compliments to the chef and the entire team for such a memorable evening. I can't wait to come back! read more

Was able to visit Noble Ace for the first time last night. Amazing! From the entrance the vibe feels like old Hollywood class with a warm and welcoming environment. The staff were super friendly and the food was incredible! I had the Fried Chicken & Rice dish and my wife had the Beef stroganoff. Both were excellent. We opted for dessert and decided to share the signature Blueberry Bread Pudding and it was absolutely perfect. Chef Magellan actually came out to greet us during our meal, which was really nice and made us feel like we can't wait to go back. Would highly recommend to anyone, whether you happen to be a local or just visiting Laguna Beach. 10/10 read more

Celebrated two friend's birthdays. We absolutely LOVED it! The food, the ambiance and the server, Kate! She is a national treasure as is the food. Super delicious. Since there were 4 of us, we really tried a lot of items. We had the crispy rice tuna-OMG delicious! We tried the wedge and the spinach salads-I'm a salad lover so...there is that! Portbella mushroom bruschetta was delightful and packed a punch of flavor. Next we had the branzino which we would all get again. Light and flavorful. short rib pappardel which is worth the trip alone! SERIOUSLY!! We finished with two deserts (it was a birthday!) the mascarpone and lemon cake. Both super flavorful and beautifully prepared. My cucumber mocktail was great too. One thing that struck us is how Kate described the vibe there. She said in her 30 years of working in the food industry, Magellan (and the other owners) had created the best work environment she has ever experienced. We truly believed her because of how excited she genuinely was to assist us in our selections. One of the birthday gals said that Noble Ace was probably her favorite birthday celebration we have ever had. Folks, it can't get better than that! read more

I finally got to try this place last night! We got there around 8 o'clock and it was really busy. The vibes are sexy, dark, and lively. There's live music which adds to the vibes. We had great service. We ordered the biscuits that tasted a lot like the red lobster cheddar biscuits. We ordered the lamb chops. The portion was pretty small for the cost. There were three tiny little lamb chops on top of croutons and vegetables. I really enjoyed the beef stroganoff pasta though. It had a lot of flavor and was a good size portion. read more

The ambiance is perfect! We ordered the Summer Solstice (my favorite) and the Midnight Ace Espresso. The chive and butter biscuits were delicious--warm and fresh when they arrived. I had the Ahi tuna special, which was served over fried rice with the perfect crispiness. The servers and everyone we encountered went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience. Everything was fantastic, and we can't wait to come back! They also have great live music! read more

Was invited by a friend who knows the owner and management..they are starting a brunch menu, and we were able to sample several offerings. Service was fantastic, all the staff very welcoming and professional. They even have a cart they wheel around from which they serve Mimosas. The drinks are well-made at the bar, a bit frisky with the pricing just the same. Loved the avocado toast and the blackened salmon with salad. A beautiful place inside, wonderfully decorated. I'll be back another time. read more

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Great restaurant for the area, I have my food recommendations at the bottom. Before I get to that, I do have some strong recommendations for the management: 1. Separate the kitchen with a wall. The hospital-grade lights are too much for the moody-feel you almost have (I know what you're going for but it just doesn't work in such a dark restaurant) 2. Change the 3 lights hanging lights in the front to a warmer bulb. The whole restaurant except those 3 have warm bulbs and it totally kills the vibe for the people sitting there. Other than that the food is really good and the chef came from a Mastro's restaurant. I got the Beef Stroganoff (so creamy and delicious) and my husband got the fried chicken (amazing!). The server was very friendly but I could tell he was a little overwhelmed (only server in the whole restaurant). They're working out a couple kinks as they open but 100% recommend it!! read more

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Perfect spot for a date night or pit stop for a drink at the bar. I did the latter. I chose the Pink Pony Club as my drink of choice. The combination of gin, tequila, and prosecco is what got me. All three have a unique sweetness that combine together beautifully. It comes with a crystal stick that can be used to stir your drink and yes, add some more sweetness! It still remains quite dry and very exciting to drink. Super refreshing and spritzy! The bar staff is super welcoming and fun to be around. read more

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Richard took great care of us Saturday night. (he was actually pulled from being our waiter to going back behind the bar) Nazz took great care of us after that. This restaurant is so new, we know they are working out some kinks. Just like any new restaurant goes through. We enjoyed the menu. The Bronzino was perfect perfectly prepare prepared. With a fun corn, jalapeño waffle. I really enjoy their wine list. (they are working on a mocktail menu for people like me) The piano player was lovely. Her voice was simply lovely.. ( just a tiny bit too loud) but very lovely The lounge bar is gorgeous. The parking... listen, it's Laguna Beach. It is what it is. And, it's summertime so it's very crowded. Parking gets better in September. It's a beautiful space, we're excited to see this restaurant grow and thrive. read more

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We couldn't wait to try this and it didn't disappoint. They were only open for a day, so still working out the kinks. We started with cocktails, a Paloma and the Summer Solstice- both were excellent and the Solstice was VERY unique with a layer of olive oil and if you like cantaloupe give this a try it was created by the owner herself. We started with the grilled artichoke app - this was a bit of a hit and miss. The flavor was delicious and they topped each half with some sautéed onion which complimented the artichoke but the leaves, especially from the outside to the middle, were a bit dry since they grilled it. You had to wrestle with the leaf to try to get the meat off of it but when you got to the heart it was a delicious combination of artichoke,smoke, lemon and sweet onions. I would suggest they steam the artichoke and then finish it on the grill. Next we split a wedge - the marjoram dressing worked perfect. Since we were splitting all our dishes it would be great if they would do the splitting as most upscale restaurants do for you. They kind of just brought out the dishes let us fend for ourselves For our entrées we had the rigatoni bolognese and the jumbo beef potstickers . Just a note, the potstickers are fried (see pics) which was fine , we just weren't expecting that. But if you like short ribs this dish is for you - filled with a delicious combo of blue cheese and short ribs. The beet salad on the plate was kind of worthless - it was just more of a garnish and not really edible. Please come up with a better alternative. The rigatoni was very good and the pasta was just slightly al dente which i really like. Note it's a bit on the sweet side and Richard our waiter ( who was very attentive and very good) said that was because they added some balsamic to the sauce. As you can see from the dish they could complement it with something - it looks a little sad in the bowl by itself. Decor is very different from anything else in laguna which was refreshing and elegant. read more

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We were so excited to try this place. We have been waiting for some time for something great to open here. Our experience did not disappoint. The staff is unbelievably welcoming and friendly. I must have heard from 4 people saying "welcome! thank you for coming in." We came right when they opened at 4:30 and got a spot at the bar. By 5:15 the front dining area was packed. Music starts at 6:00. They have a baby grand piano and some talented musicians. We got a variety of cocktails. Each was beautifully presented and well crafted. We got the bolognese and split the dish. It was flavorful. Different than ordering in an Italian restaurant, but delicious either way. The ambiance is truly lovely. The furniture and setting are all beautiful. The barstools are comfy. The actual bar is gorgeous. There is music, it is lively and also classy. The place is new, like any new restaurant there are little tiny kinks they have to work out. Be patient and know that everyone is working hard and trying their best to bring you a great experience. We are so happy this place is here. It will definitely be a repeat. read more

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We started with a Tuna Crisp that wasn't crisp at all. The tuna was finely minced and served over a squishy tot that was supposed to be crispy. The texture was all mush. We had the spinach salad with added shrimp. This was okay, nothing wow, but not terrible. The added shrimp were 2 and cost an additional $16 onto the salad. The biscuits were peak 1986 Cheddar Bay. Served with an unsalted butter and a grating of cheese. Main course was the Branzino with a waffle and Brussels sprouts. The fish was cooked well. It just didn't have any seasoning, even the sauce lacked flavor. It wasn't served with anything acidic. No lemon, lime...salt, herbs. Very bland. The Brussels were fried and had good texture, but again, no seasoning to taste. We thought the waffle was an odd pairing but it was cooked well. We skipped dessert. Went there for dinner and we'll wait a while to see if they can figure out the kitchen a bit better. The service was friendly and our server was pleasant. Everyone was quite nice. read more

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Loved the ambiance, decor, and live music at Noble Ace! The food was also really good! We enjoyed the wedge salad (although it could have used a bit more blue cheese and dressing :), and the spiced branzino. I especially loved the corn and jalapeño waffle that was served along with the fish. My gf ordered the burger and said that was good as well. They make all their juices for their cocktails fresh in house and had a great wine selection too. The pianist was such a great touch to an already beautiful restaurant and bar. I'll definitely be back! read more

Noble Ace was a wonderful surprise. Exceptional food and outstanding service can be hard to find in a beach town, but Noble Ace delivers both. The service was warm, attentive, and anticipated our needs without ever feeling intrusive. The menu is creative and memorable--the savory waffle is a must-try--and every dish showcased fresh, high-quality ingredients. Add expertly crafted cocktails, an approachable wine list, and a stylish atmosphere with contemporary live music, and you have a truly outstanding dining experience. We will definitely return. read more

Food was amazing , our server Adam was exceptional 10 stars across the board We would definitely be returning! Great ambiance read more

Stopped for a drink that ended up being 3 drinks they were so good. A must stop if you're in Laguna!! read more

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Impressively put together for a newly opened restaurant. Unique and well executed design / decor, good service, delicious and wildly diverse food selections, and outstanding cocktails. Felt it was priced fairly and our party of 4 left fully satisfied. Chef is personable and involved. We noticed the table next to us being ridiculously critical (cringe worthy, honestly), and it felt like they were exploiting the situation for comped items. Really tacky, and completely unfounded. Excited to have a new spot in the rotation. Keep up the great work! read more

10/10 ambience, pianist sounded great, service was on point, owner came and checked on us multiple times . From the entrees to dessert- 10's all around . Happy to have noble ace in our local Laguna restaurants . read more

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Incredible! From the moment we checked in at the hostess table to the moment we signed our check we were taken care of. The drinks were 5 stars, so was the food. Beyond impressed with Noble Ace. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu! I specially dream about the salt and saddle margarita and fried rice. Will definitely be back for many celebrations and dinner dates! Great for kids too in the most beautiful ambiance! A special place for sure! read more

Wow! Nobel Ace was the best meal of my bachelorette trip to Laguna beach. We let them know ahead of time we were coming for a special occasion. We were greeted with welcome champagne in the private dining room, a card from the staff & complimentary dessert. This was a first class experience from entry to exit. We were greeted with a smile & the hostess immediately said congratulations while guiding us to our table. Our server was attentive but not overbearing. The ambiance of the restaurant was outstanding and unlike anything in downtown Laguna. I loved the live music in the bar area, the sliding doors that closed off the private dining room, and the chandeliers. We felt VIP! Our food was delicious and all the girls agree this was the perfect way to start the weekend. Couldn't recommend Nobel Ace enough!! read more

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The front of the restaurant is very energetic! As you walk further back in the restaurant it is much less entertaining... Our server was honestly not very attentive, he barely came by throughout our dinner. This is very unhelpful overall. The Chive and Cheddar biscuits were excellent, the Burrata and Heirloom tomatoes were bland and tasteless. The Spiced Branzino was solid and the Applewood Smoked Ribeye was excellent!. The corn waffle was just ok... read more

Last night was absolutely amazing! You would never guess you've only been open for a couple of weeks. From the moment we walked in, the service was outstanding. The staff was friendly, attentive, and constantly checking in to make sure our drinks were full and that we had everything we needed. That level of customer service is hard to find these days, and it truly made the experience even better. The food was incredible--everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and exceeded our expectations. Between the amazing food and exceptional service, this was one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time. Wishing your entire team nothing but success! We'll definitely be back and will be recommending you to our friends and family. read more

We visited Noble Ace during its first week open, and it completely exceeded every expectation. It has instantly become one of our favorite restaurants in Laguna Beach. The cocktails were outstanding--creative, beautifully crafted, and made with fresh-squeezed juices. Every one we tried was fresh, balanced, and delicious. The food was equally impressive. We shared the potstickers, risotto, smashburger, and wedge salad, and every dish was excellent. We also tried all three desserts, and while they're all worth ordering, the chocolate croissant cheesecake absolutely stole the show. The service was exceptional. Every staff member we interacted with was genuinely warm, friendly, and attentive, making the entire experience feel welcoming from start to finish. The atmosphere is what truly sets Noble Ace apart. The stunning décor, warm lighting, and live piano music create an upscale lounge vibe that's both elegant and inviting. Laguna Beach has been missing a restaurant like this. Noble Ace delivers incredible food, memorable cocktails, exceptional hospitality, and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay all night. We can't wait to come back. read more

Amazing food - very cool fun vibe - Enzo was an incredible bartender and server We ordered the Shishido peppers in the fried chicken - both were perfection Can't wait to come back - our new favorite place! read more

Noble Ace is an exceptional addition to the heart of laguna beach. The atmosphere is elegant and inviting, the cocktails are excellent, and the food was exceptional. Chef Magellan's menu is thoughtfully crafted, with every dish beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The ambience is sophisticated and warm and we loved the live music entertainment. Service was very attentive to every detail. We will definitely be back for many more dinners and we can't wait to try all the dishes from the menu! read more

Really enjoyed dinner here. My wife and I went with friends and we tried a little bit of everything. The biscuits, potstickers, peppers, fried chicken, and pappardelle were all delicious and unique. The music was great and the restaurant had the perfect date night atmosphere. All staff were attentive, friendly, andchecking in on us. You can tell a lot of care has gone into both the food and the overall experience. We'll definitely be back and are excited to see this new restaurant do well! read more

Why do restaurants make all the sides a separate cost? Of course people want fries with a burger, but $14.00 is ridiculous!!!

Food is absolutely delicious. Live music, great vibes. The drinks are a little juice heavy for the price so would avoid unless that's your cup of tea. Great addition to Laguna nonetheless! read more

We tried out this place and we really loved it ambience is beautiful I love that they have piano in the front or in the back if that's your preference which is ours! The food was really good! I mean really good I'd say probably a solid nine out of 10 I just wish they had some better gluten-free options that they would note on their menu a little bit better gluten-free I loved that they allowed you to order fries that we're gluten-free on a separate fire but they don't have gluten-free bread for the table. Also Wish their menu had like a Seabass maybe some better salads. I don't know it was one of those places at the food was really good but I didn't feel like the menu had everything I wanted on it! Still giving them five stars because I know there are a new place and I felt like overall they did a great job! We will go back! But do hope they'll add some gluten-free bread and some better salad appetizer options! read more

Noble Ace was fantastic. I LOVED the Summer Solstice cocktail- cantaloupe juice was so fresh. Still thinking about it. The apps were super flavorful and fresh. Mains were fabulous and if you like s'mores, the creme brulee dessert was out of this world (the espresso martini paired well with this one). Champagne/ sparkling options were right on the mark too. Live music brings a great vibe in the bar. Will be back for sure. read more

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I went to Noble Ace last week and was happy to have new resturant with great cocktails in my home town! The Bartender Richard greeted us immediately and got us drinks within a minute of us sitting down. I HATE waiting 10 minutes for a drink!! The live music was a nice touch too, Really brought the vibe, it felt like an old school speakeasy. We'll be back soon to try the food! read more

A foodie haven with amazing ambiance! I am obsessed with the wallpaper, gorgeous bar and lighting. The piano player made for a top notch dining experience. They have a fun twist on all of the menu items - fried chicken was incredible, and I would come back for the biscuits alone! read more

Decided to drop in here for a drink and asked the hostess if we could sit at the bar (just two). She looked at her list and made us wait as though she had a spot for us and then suddenly asked us if we had reservations. Duh, I would have said that right away lady. And then , "sorry but if you don't have reservations blah blah". Left a bad taste in my mouth and I won't be going back here. read more

The food, drinks and ambulance were great. The service was extremely slow, our server kept apologizing for having no time to properly service us. I will chalk it up to growing pains. I think they must be short handed on servers. I will try again and update later. read more

I had the great pleasure of eating at The Noble Ace in Laguna Beach last night. It was a wonderful experience. The ambience was excellent, the food was superb BUT the highlight of the evening was meeting all the staff. Alan, our waiter, was extremely helpful, the chef is amazing and the staff is willing to do all they can to make our evening great, including walking out to my car with me to make sure I paid for parking correctly. I can not say enough, it was positive a treat. Please treat yourselves to this experiende. You will love it. J and C read more

Ambiance is great! And so is the service. Will give the food another try I once they have been open longer

Service was awesome! Loved the vibe! Food was great! I especially liked the artichoke, biscuits and risotto! Great evening!!

We went to check out this new restaurant in Laguna , order pork chops and stroganoff, wedge salad . Jose was our waiter. Everything was delicious we enjoyed every minute. The food and service great ! But what made our evening so awesome was this young piano man Andre, wow what a voice and skills.. it was truly amazing. I will be looking forward to get back with my lady and friends when he plays again . read more

The food was delicious. I had the short rib stroganoff. Creamy, savory sauce, great amount of short rib! My brother got the lamb chops and they came with a great medley of veggies with a vinaigrette. Also tried the toasted olives, and the cheddar biscuits! Seems I will have to start eating olives warm because that was a hit! The staff were amazing, and attentive. The room is a little dark so bring your reading glasses lol read more