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Lumberyard

4.7
4.7
3242 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
In 1912, at the bend of Forest Avenue, 23 year old Joe Jahraus opened the Laguna Lumber Company, he and his father(cigar maker, first postmaster and real estate agent) built the beautiful French Normandy building that is here today. Prior to the lumberyard opening, building supplies needed to be dragged in by mule or floated in on the tides, and therefore, Laguna Beach had less than three hundred permanent residences. After the lumberyard opened, the area began to grow at unprecedented rates, transforming it from a tent town into a thriving city. Laguna Lumber operated for seventy three years, sixty two of them in this location and its' architecture, influenced by Joe's tour abroad in World War I, is one of the most significant influences on the town's aesthetic. Half timbers, mud walls and shingled roofs grace many of the downtown storefronts and homes throughout the city because of this landmark. Today, 384 Forest is home to Lumberyard - a contemporary American restaurant.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 715-3900
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Josue Tavares
  • Private party facilities
    Located in one of the most historic buildings in downtown Laguna Beach, Lumberyard has something for everyone. The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner and is known for its great American food such as rotisserie chicken, steaks, ribs and seafood.
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Parking details
    Free Lumberyard Parking with validation is located behind the restaurant off of Ocean Ave. Additional parking is available next to City Hall, across the street in "Lumber Yard" Parking Lot for $3.00 Street Parking is usually found up Third St.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lumberyard in Laguna Beach offers a delightful dining experience with consistently "excellent service" and a cozy atmosphere. It's a popular spot before or after a show at the Laguna Playhouse. Guests rave about the "delicious food," especially the clam chowder and tinned fish. However, noise levels can rise, so early visits are recommended for a quieter experience.

3,242 Reviews
  1. Jenny

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I had so much hope for the Lumberyard given its quaint exterior and prime location but the inside dining experience left a lot to be desired. The building has great “bones” but absolutely no ambiance. Staff was stacking chairs and cleaning up as we finished our meal and waited for our check, all prior to 9 pm on a Friday night.

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  2. Lesley

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience. Perfect for a special Christmas Eve dinner 💞

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  3. Elinor

    Greater Boston

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The lumberyard is an absolute neighborhood gem! Last time we ate there, we loved the happy hour menu and this time we were later, so the regular menu was the use and was excellent as well! The beach salad was very generous and flavorful and the meatloaf was superb

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  4. Marsha

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect meal for us with our granddaughter. Great kids menu. Great service, good food. Good location for the playhouse which was our next destination.

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  5. Kayla

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we have gone to lumberyard many times and always love it there. prefer going in the winter because it has such a cozy vibe with the fire going :) favorites are the sole, the yellowtail appetizer (which is shockingly good for a not sushi place), and the mac and cheese. every time i go there i order the sole now and so does my husband bc its that good haha.

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  6. Robyn

    VIP

    Orange County

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely warm restaurant, especially around the holidays. The service is warm and friendly. The food and drink menus offer many delicious options. Beef stroganoff, meat loaf, and chicken sandwiches delicious! Only problem was my husband’s fries were cold when delivered to the table. Highly recommend sitting in the fireplace room for a cozy meal!

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  7. Elinor

    Greater Boston

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Happy Hour menu is amazing! Delicious food and drinks at terrific prices!

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  8. Tammy

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! So comfortable and service and food incredible.

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  9. Danielle

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Classic. Always a trusty Laguna Staple. Planks yes. Sweet potato fries yes. Salad choices and deserts hell ya.

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  10. Sylvia

    VIP

    Orange County

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always go to for a lunch, drinks or dinner! You can never go wrong here

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FAQs

Lumberyard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 715-3900.

Lumberyard is rated 4.7 stars by 3242 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lumberyard

384 Forest Ave #10, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free Lumberyard Parking with validation is located behind the restaurant off of Ocean Ave. Additional parking is available next to City Hall, across the street in "Lumber Yard" Parking Lot for $3.00 Street Parking is usually found up Third St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josue Tavares
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (949) 715-3900
  • Private party facilities
    Located in one of the most historic buildings in downtown Laguna Beach, Lumberyard has something for everyone. The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner and is known for its great American food such as rotisserie chicken, steaks, ribs and seafood.
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