They really need to update their breakfast options. The food just seems...uninspired. They need to find a new way to serve potatoes as they are often dry. Who wants whole roasted potatoes for breakfast? They just are not good. I've been coming to this hotel for years and I'm always disappointed in their options for breakfast. But I've had some fantastic salads there for lunch so three stars for that. And you can't beat sitting on their balcony overlooking the ocean. read more

We came as a group of five for breakfast at the Montage hotel. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing: the food was not fresh and tasted poor, the coffee was charged higher than the menu price, and we were overbilled on the check. We did not leave a tip because the service was unsatisfactory. However, as we were leaving, the waitress ran after us and insisted that we pay a tip, which was completely inappropriate. For a hotel of this level, such service is unacceptable. The experience was very unpleasant, and we do not plan to return. Double-check your checks. read more

The loft is the main restaurant at the Montage. If you sit outside you have a great view of the pool and ocean. Although it was good, I prob wouldn't come back unless I was staying at the hotel because it wasn't anything memorable, but If you are staying at the hotel, it's convenient and tasty. Caesar was good, comes with two heads but small enough to cut and perfect amount of dressing and lots of thinly grated parm. Sourdough with ricotta- very good; olives piled on the ricotta makes it interesting; the ricotta is very light and fluffy with lemony flavors. Super light airy bread for dipping. Agnolotti- amazing , full of flavor, highly recommend. Filet - 8oz, hubs asked for medium plus and it was cooked correctly. Very good. Branzino- the fish was cooked perfectly; the vegetable tapenade on top was chunky and didn't have a ton of added flavor so I just pushed it off; I wish it was more finely minced and olive based. Didn't come with rice or any carby addition, just a very light carrot puree which was delish. Still would recommend. Whipped Potatoes and Potatoes au gratin - I would skip, the whipped potatoes were as expected, but the gratin was not my favorite- the potatoes were sliced a bit too thick for my preference and not enough saucy cheese to make it worth the caloric splurge :) read more

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Nice place for a dating dinner with perfect view. Food is not bad but still has space to improve.

The best view is the best food ever my favorite place in the whole world is Laguna Beach. This place has the best food. The view is beautiful completely recommend. read more

I was walking on the beach of Treasure Island and decided to have a bite here. Since it was a bit windy, I sat at the bar and decided to order the soup of the day which was sweet potato. Well, it was a disappointment. No taste or texture. What was also disappointing was that I was entertained by the broadcast of the Golden Globes on the bar TV. Suddenly, a male customer sat at the bar and without any concern for me, the channel was changed to sports. I couldn't believe it. I spoke up in a playful tone, which I regret. I should have questioned that decision in a serious tone. It's exhausting to witness time and time again, the power of the patriarchal society we live in. But even when I joked about it, the channel stayed and I didn't hear any apologies. Lastly, it was my birthday, and while most places have special ways to make the occasion memorable, this place had none. On a positive note, the bartender, Smith, was very courteous up until the channel switch incident. I hope that more businesses realize that women are also sitting at the bars and spending money. Give them the voice they deserve. It's 2024 -equal rights is here. read more

The Loft - Soup - New American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Amazing experience. Good and drinks are so good. Great views and high class atmosphere. The waiter was sweet and such a gentleman. 5 star review. Suzan read more

The Loft - Tasted so good. - New American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Had dinner at the Loft on a Saturday night. The atmosphere is absolutely amazing with beautiful sunset ocean views. The inside and outside of this property is stunning. As far as food goes, it was good but not great. For appetizers we had a dozen oysters, which were good. For entrees, we had the pasta bolognese and a roasted chicken dish. Neither one was memorable, just average. The service was excellent. We had a very personable waiter, I forgot his name, but we did enjoy talking to him. I would def go back, but mostly for the atmosphere. read more

Millions of visitors from all over the world come to Laguna Beach each year and it's kind of crazy as a OC resident with 15 minutes away I don't come as often as I should. Beautiful Ocean View, amazing staff from everyone works at Montage and The Loft. It's been a while since last time I visited with friends. This time I ordered Salmon, Filet, Scallop, Pork dishes (sorry forgot the names ) and ended the meal with one of their signature dark chocolate cake dessert. Everything tastes great. Well done The Loft I will be back. read more

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One of my favorite places to dine that I've visited a few times. Like other reviewers have said- amazing service, beautiful view and ambiance, and delicious food. To start, they serve complimentary sourdough bread with softened butter. We decided to share the coffee crusted steak with mac and cheese. Absolutely incredible, and it's one of their signature dishes. We shared the chocolate bomb dessert, which was a bit underwhelming. They used to have a chocolate dessert that was more of a show. It was a round shell and they poured hot chocolate over it. That's what we thought we ordered, but we were mistaken. Still, amazing meal and we'll be back for sure. read more

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Exceptional experience. Views of the Pacific Ocean, fantastic food and a server, Brandon, that only added to the experience--one of the best we've ever had (and we're not young!). I had the Branzino in a clam chowder and bacon sauce and it was indulgently good! Highly recommend and ask to sit in Brandon's section...you'll be in for a treat. read more

This stunning restaurant is inside The Montage. My boyfriend brought me here to celebrate my birthday. Upon arrival, my table was ready. I was given a great table facing the ocean. My waiter was very attentive. My steak was cooked to perfection. My dessert was delicious. I left this place feeling so happy and special. The place is definitely not cheap, but for a special occasion. It is definitely worth every penny. I would definitely come back to this classic and romantic restaurant. read more

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Gorgeous restaurant and hotel. Maren took care of us all night and she provided excellent service and conversation. We really enjoyed all the dishes which were robustly flavorful and beautifully presented. The steak was perfectly cooked and had a smoky hint of coffee, my fish was flaky and moist while the sides were delish. Throughly savored all of the dishes, especially the "off menu, IYKYK" sorbet. I almost always request for window seats and we were delighted w/ the view below of the lighted trees. Thank you for making my fiance's birthday a great experience! read more

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This establishment is either dealing with some serious logistical issues or they're just downright discriminatory. You be the judge, but either way, you've been warned. We booked some rooms at the Montage this past weekend to celebrate a family friend's 40th birthday. Aside from an odd flex we witnessed where some apparent VIP asked some children to be relocated away from their seats by the pool, everything was going well until day 2. Waking up and gathering our two families of four, we headed down to the hotel's only restaurant, The Loft. The couple in front of us apparently were upset about not being able to be seated on the balcony as they'd requested, but the hostess took their names and numbers and promised to make things right. Then, it was our turn: "Do you have reservations?" "No, sorry." "How many in your party?" "Eight." [Looking past the birthday girl and myself and realizing our spouses and children were part of the package.] "Sorry, we can't accommodate you." "Umm...what if we split into two groups of four or...?" "--Sorry, we can't accommodate you." There was no "It's looking like a wait of X minutes..." or "We're busy today, but you can always order room service or try _______ instead." Just a fancy *GTFO* a la that boutique scene from Pretty Woman. We politely took the L and embarked on an absolute odyssey to find some food for our kids and learned the following: -The bar by the pool apparently doesn't serve food until 11am. -A nearby place called "the Light House" that may be recommended to you by someone in the elevators either does not actually exist or is not within walking distance. -This hotel complex is secluded (maybe the draw for some)--it is built into the bluffs facing the ocean and away from the village where restaurants and cafes are located. -The coffee cart back in the hotel lobby can't feed you either. Sorry. It was only in inquiring with a member of the hotel staff about the coffee cart that this situation was fortuitously resolved. When they suggested that we try The Loft, we explained that they were full. The hotel's GM happened to be standing within earshot and upon hearing the exchange--to her credit--marched us all back to The Loft, where we were immediately seated. I tried to rationalize this off-putting encounter in multiple ways: a. Perhaps the guests from the wedding party the night before had swamped the restaurant? --Nope. My wife pointed out that the wedding party had a separate buffet set-up outside the restaurant. And we noted several open tables all around for the duration of our meal. b. Maybe they just didn't prefer seating a party with four kids ages 5 to 8, because they were worried that things could get noisy? --To the extent that that would be a valid reason to turn away hotel guests, there were plenty of other kids in the restaurant, including a toddler that was crying the entire time. (Maybe she had an issue with the lousy service?) c. Maybe a bunch of guests really had called in with reservations, but had just no-showed, unbeknownst to the hostess? --If this is the case, you have two serious logistical issues: (1) you operate a secluded resort hotel with only one restaurant serving breakfast, which does not have enough capacity to feed the hotel's own guests and/or (2) your reservation system is completely dysfunctional. d. Or perhaps...we were treated differently because we look different. I hate to go there and we literally marched four hungry children around in pointless circles like fools to avoid having to even think this terrible thought, but it became increasingly difficult to ignore this possibility as the saga wore on. I'd like to think that we and our friends represent, in our own little way, the best of what's possible in this melting pot of a country. But maybe two mixed (Chinese-Indian, Mexican-Greek) families choosing to further mix it up with each other in an old money hotel in a city that is a veritable time capsule was just a bridge too far for these guys. Maybe it wasn't even the fault of the hostess; maybe she's just trying her best to cater to the ridiculous demands of the hotel regulars, who themselves don't prefer having children and/or different-looking families sharing their air when they're just trying to soak up the last dying rays of some fading cultural sunset that I'm not capable of grasping. Who knows? All I know is that something is seriously wrong with this place, and unless you're a VIP/regular, there is a distinct likelihood that you're going to be made to feel like an outsider. I hate leaving negative reviews, but I have a sneaking suspicion that this will be one of the rare negative reviews that is embraced both by those outsiders who have now been warned and the insiders who are more than happy to keep this place exactly how it is. +1 star for the hotel GM and our server Fabiana, whose warmth and service were greatly appreciated. read more

Beautiful views. Great service. Enjoyed the 3 egg omelette and the eggs Benedict. Love the warm banana nut bread they greet you with! read more

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A Special Place. That's what the Loft at Montage is. The gorgeous views over the Pacific, the sun going down into a sunset that only California can provide, provide the perfect backdrop to impeccable service and simply amazing food and drinks. Our group of 4 had a table outside which overlooks the pool area of the Montage and looks out at the Pacific over the cliffs of San Clemente with about a 180 degree view. Once seated, we were greeted quickly by our waiters, provided water and given a moment to look over the cocktail, wine and appetizer menus. We ordered a dozen oysters on the half shell and one of our party had the ceasar salad. The oysters were perfect and the accompaniments were great. I particularly loved the Apricot Habanero sauce which comes in a small vial. You don't need much, but it's a perfect blend of sweet and heat. The other toppings were also excellent. The Ceasar salad was reportedly excellent as well. These were all accompanied by a Chopin Martini (Up and Bone Dry of course!), a glass of the Russian River Pinot Noir, a Glass of Santa Barbara Chardonnay, and a SideCar. The drinks were perfect. Our waitstaff also brought delicious sourdough bread and butter. For our mains, we had two vegan diners so they each had the Cauliflower Steak and some mashed potatoes on the side. They reported the Cauliflower steak was well seasoned, nicely grilled and delicious, as were the mashed potatoes. The Cauliflower was accompanied by a sauce called Zugh, which was really very tasty with some heat on it. We also had the scallops which were cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth. I had the grilled Salmon which was perfect. Cooked Medium was the right call, very moist, but cooked through. The sauce on it is remarkable. We finished with some desserts that were awesome as well. Try the Affogato, Panna Cotta (Vegan Friendly!), and the Montage Sundaes! WOW! Don't miss the Loft. We'll be back! read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! This is my go-to... special occasion... impress out of town guests... breakfast/brunch place. The food is fantastic (but pricey), however the views and service is unbeatable! I would call and make reservations in advance to make sure you secure a patio seat. If not, all the tables in the restaurant face the ocean, so there's technically no bad seat in the house. The menu changes regularly, but it's all similar variations of each other (Some sort of seasonal fruit pancake, breakfast croissant, omelets, etc) Be sure to park in the metered parking to the left of Montage or else you'll be paying an arm and leg for valet. read more

Incredible location for this lovely restaurant. We had breakfast and we got what we paid for. Nothing like having your morning beverage with the view of the Pacific ocean while dolphins frolicking in the water and sun is picking thru the palms. Menu is extensive with delicious, healthy and scrumptious options. We had a french toast with candied pecans and dulce de leche sauce - it was decadent and light at the same time. Chicken sausage with apples was a lighter alternative to your traditional pork sausage. Oats with lovely berries were great balanced option. Service was fantastic and our server Isaac was on top of things and very personable. We truly had a wonderful start to our day for Hollidays read more

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Wonderful service with beautiful view! After spending time at the beach we decided to head over here at random. The interior was a lounge set up with large couches and some tables, we were seated right in front of the balcony window and got a perfect view. It was a beautiful way to end a perfect night. There's also two restaurants below as well. Great for dates or just to relax and grab some drinks read more

| Awe-Struck Appearance | absolutely love the Montage Hotel Brands. This flagship location is no exception. The Loft is a great place for dinner. We always request the balcony (no guarantees), but if you do get the balcony seating you can see the lovely Laguna Beach surf view; the mosaic pool tiles; and even glimpse a wedding if one's going on in one of the Lawns. | Presentation Snaps! | The food is delicious as always. I really enjoyed the presentation of the sea bass with the prawns - head-on shrimp is juicy. Try out the appetizers here and don't skimp on dessert! | Perfection Service | Our family really liked our server! Montage is known for friendly service, and the Loft is no exception. I can't count how many times they've been so accommodating to our special meal requests (gluten free bread; lactose intolerance, etc). Park at the nearby Treasure Island lot or valet and enjoy! read more

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Went for dinner with a group of 10. our waitress was amazing i didn't catch her name unfortunately. i shared the filet which came with potatoes and olives and it was fantastic. it did have a glump of butter on it which i would of don't without because the steak itself didn't need any. we also shared a chicken caesar salad which was good, chicken in my opinion was over seasoned but salad was good we got it with no egg yolk because personally i don't like that. they had a great selection of mock tails which was fun! very cute inside the restaurant would for sure go back! read more

It is always beautiful there. The food and service? Not so much. Drinks were not refilled, and orders were either taken incorrectly or provided incorrectly. Overall service is not even the minimum, forget the Montage quality we expect. The items received are not what is printed on the menu. Caesar salad with zero romaine? No Caesar dressing. I ordered added chicken, but it was too salty to eat. My friend had no trouble with it so that it could have been me. We have bad luck. It is shame. read more

Lovely restaurant attached to the Montage. Made reservations for four at 6:30 in a Thursday and had our choice of inside or outside. We ate on the deck; although it was chilly outside an awning and ceiling-mounted heaters kept us comfortable. Our waiter was knowledgeable and did not rush us through the meal. We had plenty of time between courses and he made recommendations on popular dishes. His recommendations were especially valuable for dessert. I had a Peruvian Sour cocktail, which was a fairly basic but well-mixing bourbon-based sour. For my first course I had the butternut squash soup, which was a standout. The tagliatelle was good and plentiful, but not as good as the salmon my coworker chose. For dessert we had the Strawberry dessert and the molten chocolate cake. Both excellent, though very different, desserts. We all liked the strawberry more - it was a good light option after a large meal. read more

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Chad is amazing. He really treated my girls and I well. Please tell him that I am so grateful for all he did to make my birthday special. He is the kindest and so genuine. Please let him know how awesome he is. read more

The Loft - The chefs soup - New American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Beautiful setting and the food - breakfast and dinner - is good. But something has gone awry with the service here that can only be attributed to the on-site leadership (or lack thereof). So so slow. And at time indifferent. Short staffed may be a reason but it's no excuse. Shake it up from the top - it's a great place otherwise. read more

Hi I just write and tell you how amazing and unreal the staff at the Montage and The Loft are. I have never visited The Loft until today. I was amazed at how beautiful it was. This is by far the best and most beautiful restaurant in OC! The outdoor dining area overlooking the pool and ocean is spectacular... I felt like I was in a little romantic movie I was blown away by how kindly the staff treated me even though I was just by myself and not staying as a guest. I can't wait to be back for dinner soon... Thank you so much for this wonderful experience! Food: 5/5 Service: read more

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My hubs and I frequent The Loft often and always have great service and food. Unfortunately, their reservation policies are so rigidly enforced. They require a card and 48 hours notice to cancel (not uncommon). I called the morning of my reservation when I realized there was a chance of rain, and explained my elderly mother is ill and sensitive to the cold so I didn't want to take her to the beach. It is not a holiday, and the restaurant is not at capacity. There are plenty of tables for new reservations. At first, the receptionist said no worries to canceling. When I asked to confirm I wouldn't be charged, she checked and said, "oh no, you will be." $40 per guest (three of us), no exceptions unless "someone is in the hospital." Montage is not hurting for money or business. I was respectful and am a frequent guest with no history of no-showing. I'm very disheartened that they treat their patrons this way. read more

Delectable food and fantastic service! The loft is part of the Montage hotel that's tucked under the floor right below the lobby. This was my first time dining at the Loft and I am impressed with their food. The service is impeccable and the server that served us was very pleasant and attentive. We were very well taken cared by him. With the waiter's recommendations, we got ourselves a few of the restaurant's popular dishes which included poke bowl and hummus with bread as appetizers and five main course consisted of a steak with sweet potato fries, two salmons, a pasta with chicken and a fried chicken burger. I had a salmon dish and this was the best salmon I have ever had as the meat was so tender and the skin was crispy. The purée that accompanied the salmon was so tasty. I wiped the plate clean. My wife also raved about the steak she had. She loved the flavor and how they grilled meat. The fried burger supposed to be their customer's favorite and my friend who ordered it became a fan of this burger. The dessert was also amazing. We ordered the house especially ice cream to share. We were so impressed with the presentation of the dessert and didn't want to eat it to avoid ruining the arrangement on the ice cream. The restaurant provides validation for valet parking. read more

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Had an unbelievable meal here last night. Octopus was some of the best I've had. The chicken rotisserie with the squash and brussels was to die for. I feel like if you can make chicken that exciting, you're doing something right. I loved the fig & flame drink, it was delicious. Service was great too. Thanks for taking care of us on our mom's birthday! read more

The Loft - New American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

My wife and I have been coming to this hotel/restaurant (LOFT) over the past 25 years and always had a great experience. We recently came to spend our 25th wedding anniversary and was shocked at how different it was. The food was great but it took 2 hours for dinner. The waiter was friendly but I could tell was frustrated with the delays. All the other tables were waiting for food. Our drinks were not refilled and nothing was offered as a remedy. I can only surmise that the reason was the kitchen/chef. The restaurant was not full so I don't know what the issues were. It was a disappointing night and I am not sure if I will return. read more

Everything about the Loft and the Montage is phenomenal. This is our second visit and this time was solely for dinner. From the valet to guest service staff we encountered in passing, and of course the wait service staff who served us we were cared for. We were seated outside per our request with a beautiful ocean view. We started off with house water and house bread which comes with a homemade butter topped with black salt. Next we got the whipped ricotta which is a favorite and the oysters which were a treat. For dinner we ordered the coffee crusted New York strip which is hands down my favorite steak, seasoned perfectly and paired with an incredible glaze, plated with arugula and a slice of blue cheese. We also ordered the whipped potato's and carrots on the side, both were fantastic. For dessert we had a strawberry topped puff pastry that was filled with homemade lemon verbena ice cream, wow! Everything was an experience, so delicious, so perfect, from the service to the food, 10/10!! read more

Great place to grab a bite when you're visiting the Montage. Staff were friendly, polite, & provided great service. No dress code here- mixed between people in casual wear and people in business suits. Fries were good, lobster roll was fresh, waffles was made perfectly. read more

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Fantastic location for sunset dinner. Great staff, better food. Coffee encrusted sirloin might be the best steak ever. Will be back!

What a fun date night, or 11th year Anniversary weekend in Laguna and we saw the reviews were great. We came in and put ourselves on the waitlist for rooftop seating. We went downstairs to get a drink at the bar and soon enough we were seated. The food was absolutely delicious. The service was ok. read more

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The atmosphere is clean, uncluttered, and not ostentatious. It's an upscale beachy vibe, which features the star of the show - the Pacific ocean. You'll have great views from this restaurant inside and out. The food was delicious, and really well presented. The service was very friendly, helpful, and attentive. I ordered cocktails and they were made perfectly. We visited at sunset and the view, the food, the atmosphere, and the service were all perfect. At the time of the writing of this review, the Studio restaurant at the Montage was not open, but Loft is a great place for a summer evening meal. As far as I am concerned, you cannot go wrong here. read more

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Breakfast with a view! Great view of the pool and ocean from every seat on the patio... My bf and I enjoyed breakfast here on a Sunday morning while staying at the Montage. We arrived before 7:30 am and were immediately seated. There were only two other people in the restaurant. The crowd arrived after 8:15 am, when we were on our way out. The menu had a good selection of traditional breakfast item and beverages. We had the oatmeal and the "2 eggs any style" plate. The food arrived quickly, was well plated and was in good portion. Everything was delicious. Service was outstanding. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. Pricing was standard for the Montage but would probably be considered high for other locations. This is a wonderful restaurant for a relaxing meal. read more

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I was impressed with the food and service this evening. Rodger was our server. He was polite and knowledgeable about the menu. I have eaten there several times in the past year and I noticed a change for the better. The portion size is larger and the food tastier. I ordered the pork steak. Cooked perfectly and served nice and warm with a wonderful grilled flavor. My friend had the Italian pasta and she loved it. I always order their French fries to enjoy with the wine and I have them first and then get another order. They are so good. We always sit outside on the deck overlooking the incredible swimming pool and ocean. I like to watch the sunset. Frank L. read more

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We had the privilege to stay at The Montage for my husbands special birthday and we ate at The Loft for dinner and breakfast. Our server and all the servers were very attentive and nice, the dinner options for me were not the best but we made due and it was ok. The homemade sourdough was delicious and the salad was great as well. Breakfast was delicious and they had a lot of great options. Overall, very good experience and you cant beat the view as well! read more

Perfect spot for a scenic lunch in Laguna Beach! The Montage is such a classic LB landmark, so a meal here is a great way to spend the afternoon. Everything we ordered was delicious, including the cocktails. The crab-cake special was a table favorite. Service leaves something to be desired. We had a reservation on a mostly empty afternoon, and it took 10 minutes to be seated. Overall, everything is very slow. Our server needed to be reminded twice that we were celebrating a birthday. Despite the spotty service, we keep coming back for the stunning view. Great for family lunches or some relaxing drinks with a friend. read more

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Came here yesterday in a group of about eleven girls for brunch. First of all, for this restaurant being in the Montage the service was definitely not to par. Our waiter messed up our drink order and at the end also charged some credit cards multiple times. I ordered their avocado toast which was okay, nothing to rave about and we got sides of fries which were SUPER salty. They tasted purely like salt. I was really bummed out because the view is absolutely beautiful and that is why I am giving it 3 stars. Wish the service and food was better! read more

The Loft - New American Near Me - Laguna Beach, California