OC dining The Harbor Grill Since 1984, proprietors John, Wanda and Keegan Hicks have taken pride in the sincere friendly attitude of the staff and the quality of food. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday breakfast, The Harbor Grill offers a delicious array of fresh seafood cooked in a variety of styles including Southwestern, Pacific Rim, Caribbean, Cajun and Mediterranean. With its reasonably priced menu, premium cocktails and extensive wine list, the Harbor Grill has become a favorite with locals and a popular destination for visitors who are made to feel like “regulars.” Whether they’re enjoying the cozy dining room or the colorful terrace, the view of the harbor sails encourages a leisurely meal while a pianist adds the perfect background music each evening.
34499 Golden Lantern, Dana Point 949.240.1416 harborgrill.com
Brussels Bistro Brussels Bistro brings the best in Belgian flavors to the heart of Laguna Beach. Relax on the terrace with a premium Belgian beer or dine below street level in the restaurant’s chic, casual-urban setting. Executive chef Thomas Crijns offers a superb menu of authentic Belgian cuisine with a French flair. Signature dishes include duck breast with a port and green pepper reduction, Belgian stoemp, and steamed mussels with Belgian fries. Savor your meal to the sounds of live jazz Tuesday through Thursday, or visit on Friday or Saturday, when the brasserie-style restaurant transforms into one of the hottest nightclub in town. Happy hour daily 4-7 pm. L (daily through September, Sa-Su October and November), D (daily).
222 Forest Ave., Laguna Beach 949.376.7955 brusselsbistro.com
Back Bay Bistro
Enjoy award-winning American cuisine—or a signature cocktail or glass of wine—with a panoramic view overlooking the Newport Bay and romantic sunsets. The menu features a wide variety of fresh fish and Prime steaks. Clam bake on Wednesdays, whole Maine lobster combo on Thursdays; both begin at 5 pm. Live music Fri.-Sat. begins at 7:30 pm. Dog-friendly patio dining. B (Sa-Su); L, D (W-Su); Br (Sa-Su)
1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach 949.729.1144 backbaybistronewportbeach.com special advertising section
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