Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.7

2915 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(949) 446-8772
Website
http://www.ironwoodlagunahills.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jared Cook

Location
25250 La Paz Rd., Suite 110, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Neighborhood
Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Parking details
Parking is available within the restaurants center
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

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Popular dishes

House Made Sugar Pumpkin Agnolotti$18.00
fresh goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, crispy sage brown butter
Signature Crispy Meyer Lemon & Honey Duck Wings$22.00
Jared's creation tossed in chili and chives
Freshly Shucked Market Oysters on the Half Shell$22.50
cucumber tarragon mignonette, horseradish cocktail sauce
Baked Skillet of Mac & Cheese$13.00
five cheeses, crispy chicken skin topping
Fresh Burrata Alla Panna$16.00
marinated olive & piquillo pepper tapenade, melted garlic, cherry tomatoes, grilled rustic bread
Warm Artisan Rosemary Focaccia Bread$7.50
whipped honey butter
Hand Cut Herb Fries$9.00
sea salt, cracked pepper, garden herbs. add pecorino romano & truffle 5
Cast Iron Roasted Brussels Sprouts$16.00
vermont maple syrup, riesling raisins, candied pecans
Buttermilk Fried Green Tomatoes$18.00
fresh burrata cheese, crispy serrano ham chicharrones, pickled onion, hazelnut romesco, oregano oil
Starter Butter Lettuce & Herbed Goat Cheese Salad$12.00
california almonds, baby heirloom tomatoes, champagne-dijon vinaigrette
Petite Organic Baby Iceberg Lettuce Wedge$16.00
smokey blue cheese, applewood bacon, cherry tomato, pickled onion, sherry-buttermilk dressing
Chef's Daily Bowl of Soup
seasonally inspired and made from scratch

Entrees

Chef's Daily Meat Selection
chef's handpicked creation for the evening
Chef's Daily Market Fresh Seafood
chef’s personal selection of only the freshest seafood (limited availability)
Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut$45.00
sea salt roasted fingerling potatoes, baby belgian endive, fava beans, toasted pistachios, preserved lemon butter
Crispy Jidori Chicken Schnitzel with Maitake Mushrooms$29.50
garden herb spaetzle, seasonal vegetables, meyer lemon-herb emulsion
Pan Roasted Canadian Salmon$34.00
saffron pearl couscous, cauliflower, watercress, charred citrus & coriander gastrique
45 Day Aged Bone-In Ribeye Steak$59.50
garlic crushed red potatoes, heirloom vegetables, forest mushrooms, green peppercorn-cognac reduction
Zinfandel Braised Napa Lamb Shank$36.00
kalamata olive tapenade potato puree, pickled onion, english cucumber salad, mint yogurt
House Made Giant Meatball$29.50
blend of American wagyu beef, jidori chicken, duroc pork, handmade herb pappardelle, spicy pomodoro, ricotta salata (limited availability)
Farmer’s Market Vegetables & House Made Herb Pappardelle Pasta$27.00
forest mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, fava beans, pecorino romano, parsley pesto, aged balsamic vinegar
Ironwood American Wagyu Beef Burger$24.00
smoked cheddar cheese, grilled sweet onions, house pickles, vine ripe tomato, secret sauce, butter lettuce, challah bun, house cut herb fries
Mexicali Burger, Est. 2008$24.00
american kobe beef, queso fresco, avocado, chile de arbol crème, sweet onion slaw, roasted spicy serrano chile, hand cut herb fries

After Dinner

Espresso Martini$16.00
vodka, licor 43, irish cream, kahlua, espresso
Warm Fromage Blanc Brownie$13.00
nutella ice cream, filbert praline
Bourbon Vanilla Crème Brulee$13.00
fresh local berries and lavender
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Crumble$13.00
apple strudel ice cream & whiskey caramel
Seasonal Sorbet Selection$9.00
fresh berries

What 2,915 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Orange County
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ironwood is a beloved neighborhood gem, praised for its "amazing staff," "inspired food," and "unforgettable desserts." The cozy atmosphere, excellent wine selection, and generous portions make it a standout choice for both special occasions and casual dining. While noise can be a concern, the "fantastic service" and consistently delicious cuisine keep guests coming back.

2,915 Reviews

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Lord and Lady
Los Angeles
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a hit. Staff is exceptional and food is always amazing.
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cliff
VIP
Orange County
54 reviews
4.0
54 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Salad and desert were ok. The entrées, lamb shank and sea bass were outstanding.
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jade
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We stopped at Ironwood on our way back home to L.A. and it was outstanding. The service and food were worth it. Highly recommend if you’re in the area.
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Evelyn
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food excellent service hundred percent recommend
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Courtney
VIP
San Diego
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a fun date night with my husband. We always enjoy ironwood. The cocktails are delicious (hot okdiehawn is my favorite). And the service is great. My husband enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich and I had a simple butter lettuce salad with blackened salmon. Both dishes were delicious. This time we sat at a high top by the bar. We enjoyed the vibe.
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Guy
VIP
Orange County
55 reviews
4.0
55 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed the agnolotti, caesar salad, ribeye steak, salmon, and hamburger. Place was bustling busy as usual, but staff are very attentive.
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colleen
Orange County
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was overcrowded. The fire department needs to go see how many people are crowded into such a small space. The food was so bland it all tasted the same….like cardboard. The fries my husband had were not cooked. We will never return.
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Vanetta
VIP
Orange County
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always have a nice experience at Ironwood. Love Brooklynn, our server, who always has a delightful personality. We look forward to coming in and seeing her. She suggests delicious food and Cocktails. Always a win-win. She made the evening nice for my family. Such a nice evening. Such a hidden gem in our backyard, love this place.
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Tarryn
VIP
Denver
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was such a pleasure to get together for dinner there! Our servers were very attentive and friendly and the food was delicious! Thanks!!
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Rick
Central Coast
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Disappointing experience. Good: Waitress was very nice Ambience was good. Desert was excellent - Ice cream Bad: Restaurant allowed a large German Sheppard in the restaurant which was sitting right next to our table. Ordered the fried tomato which had no flavor and the tomato was not ripe and as hard as a rock. Split the Special "Surf and Turf" Which was recommended. The steak was a total of maybe 5 ounces and the lobster was perhaps the same. I know we split the meal, but the couple next to us ordered their own Surf and Turf as well and each one of their meals was more than twice what we split together. The meal took way to long (waitress apologized.). Was charged a $3 splitting order fee. We ordered 4 glasses of wine and spent $250 and you are charging us a $3 Fee? If the restaurant is going to "nickle and dime" us to our face, it make you wonder what they are doing in the kitchen..... Oh yeah, unripe/no flavored Fried Apple appetizer and giving us considerably smaller portions of steak and lobster. Trust me, I already accounted for the fact we split the meal...... Very poor value...... Won't be going back
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FAQs

Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 446-8772.

Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook is rated 4.7 stars by 2915 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

25250 La Paz Rd., Suite 110, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available within the restaurants center
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jared Cook
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

Website
http://www.ironwoodlagunahills.com/
Phone number
(949) 446-8772

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Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Orange County Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Buttermilk Fried Green Tomatoes

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Crumble

Warm Artisan Rosemary Focaccia Bread

Starters

House Made Sugar Pumpkin Agnolotti$18.00

Signature Crispy Meyer Lemon & Honey Duck Wings$22.00

Freshly Shucked Market Oysters on the Half Shell$22.50

Baked Skillet of Mac & Cheese$13.00

Fresh Burrata Alla Panna$16.00

Warm Artisan Rosemary Focaccia Bread$7.50

Hand Cut Herb Fries$9.00

Cast Iron Roasted Brussels Sprouts$16.00

Buttermilk Fried Green Tomatoes$18.00

Starter Butter Lettuce & Herbed Goat Cheese Salad$12.00

Petite Organic Baby Iceberg Lettuce Wedge$16.00

Chef's Daily Bowl of Soup

Entrees

Chef's Daily Meat Selection

Chef's Daily Market Fresh Seafood

Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut$45.00

Crispy Jidori Chicken Schnitzel with Maitake Mushrooms$29.50

Pan Roasted Canadian Salmon$34.00

45 Day Aged Bone-In Ribeye Steak$59.50

Zinfandel Braised Napa Lamb Shank$36.00

House Made Giant Meatball$29.50

Farmer’s Market Vegetables & House Made Herb Pappardelle Pasta$27.00

Ironwood American Wagyu Beef Burger$24.00

Mexicali Burger, Est. 2008$24.00

After Dinner

Espresso Martini$16.00

Warm Fromage Blanc Brownie$13.00

Bourbon Vanilla Crème Brulee$13.00

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Crumble$13.00

Seasonal Sorbet Selection$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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