Restaurants near Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods

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1. King's Fish House - Laguna Hills

4.7

Exceptional(4984)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 47 times today

Established in 1997, King’s Fish House is Laguna Hills’ choice for seafood. Located near the Laguna Hills Mall, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

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2. Habana- Irvine Spectrum

4.6

Exceptional(4802)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Irvine

Booked 61 times today

Originally opened in 1995, Habana has become an Orange County staple, offering the coastal community a Cuban-Inspired experience through its authentic cuisine and cocktail program. Spanning 20 years as a favorite culinary destination, Habana lends itself perfectly for date night, celebrations and simple moments that have created memories for many.

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3. Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4.6

Exceptional(148)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Irvine

Booked 104 times today

Javier's Irvine Spectrum serves original Mexican cuisine. Opened in 2004 and located close to the 405 and 5 freeways, the restaurant offers numerous entrees and combo meals. Javier's Irvine Spectrum selects and serves only the freshest ingredients, including sustainable and in-season seafood, natural chicken and center-cut #1 prime Angus beef. Every dish is prepared fresh to order, and guests may sit in the spacious main dining room, on the intimate patio, at the bar or in a private dining area.The dining room is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m. Javier's Irvine Spectrum's full bar is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Reservations are accepted.

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4. Fogo de Chao - Irvine Spectrum

3.9

Excellent(2378)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Irvine

Booked 79 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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5. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

4.7

Exceptional(2765)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 37 times today

CUCINA enoteca is centrally located in the Irvine Spectrum! Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of an old rustic farmhouse.

6. Puesto Los Olivos

4.6

Exceptional(1808)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Irvine

Booked 46 times today

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.

A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Laguna Hills restaurant

7. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Laguna Hills

4.4

Awesome(194)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 12 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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8. Little Sister - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(1260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Irvine

Booked 32 times today

East-Meets-West dishes inspired by the rich collisions of food and culture that was borne out of the European colonization of Southeast Asia. Dishes blend and balance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with French techniques and Dutch and British colonial influences.The menu is continually evolving, reflecting both new inspiration and changing of the seasons. Our restaurant carefully curates spirits, wines, and beverages focusing on interesting flavors and pairings. We hope you'll dine with us soon.

9. Kalbi Social Club

4.7

Exceptional(15)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Irvine

Booked 18 times today

We are experts at Kalbi, Korean short ribs. Join the club where we believe that any time friends and family come together to share a meal, it is a special occasion. From the impeccable quality of our kalbi short ribs and the skilled preparation of every sauce, marinade, kimchi, and banchan to the moment we grill the ribs in front of you, we take pride in sharing our love of Korea’s unique food culture and creating a dining experience you can gather around and clink soju glasses to. These meals together are the moments when we make memories. These moments are for Kalbi.

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10. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.7

Exceptional(2920)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to Ironwood, Cellar. Craft. Cook. located in Laguna Hills. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.

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ChelenaVIP
Orange County •23 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always a great meal, reasonably priced. Great wait staff; good people and always a favorite go to place, Thomas was our wait person and he was exceptional. His timing was impeccable. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there. My family and friends often frequent Kings for Fish .
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King's Fish House - Laguna HillsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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4.7
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La TeanaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Was I just in Cuba?! WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!! Incredible service, Gorgeous restaurant and Delicious food!! What more could you ask for?! I brought a group of 8 and it was such a wonderful experience!
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Habana- Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Irvine
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4.6
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ChristineVIP
Orange County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Some of the most amazing food I've had in my life. Absolutely amazing!
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Little Sister - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Irvine
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4.6
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KellyVIP
Las Vegas •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
This is the best salad bar deal on the planet. $18 for the best selection you can imagine. It's a well kept secret! The space in Irvine is beautiful!
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Fogo de Chao - Irvine SpectrumPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Irvine
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3.9
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JustinVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Always great food and our server, Monica, really made the evening wonderful for my family
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Javier's Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Irvine
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4.6

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