The Cliff Restaurant
Known For
Cliffside ocean-view dining where every table faces the water
The Cliff Restaurant positions its bright and airy dining room directly above the Pacific in a way that makes the ocean feel like a design element rather than a backdrop. The exposed brick interior anchors the experience when the horizon is too much to process.
🕐Best time to visit: Sunday brunch when marine layer burns off mid-meal
Our Take
The Cliff Restaurant's literal oceanfront perch — with waves crashing below the terrace as you sip your morning coffee — is a setting that very few places in California can match. The score reflects a spot that's more atmosphere than artisan brew, but the view justifies every visit.
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Location
Downtown
577 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
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