5 Favorite Cocktail Bars In Laguna Beach
For when it’s 5 O’Clock on the Coast
There’s no better place to sip and savor than Laguna Beach. Stunning coastlines and charming cityscapes make the perfect backdrop for craft cocktails any night of the week.
These five cocktail bars are our favorite places to kickstart any evening in Laguna. Cheers!
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Rum Social
Think luxury treehouse vibes. That’s what you’ll find at Rum Social’s tropical speakeasy. The island flare and upscale ambience create the ideal environment for ordering up a cocktail… or two! Fully immerse in the Hemingway hideaway with selections such as the Junglebird featuring Copalli Rum, pineapple, and banana or the R.S. Cuba Libre which highlights Rum Social’s Black Tea-infused liquor with Kola, lime, and coconut for a savory sip.
448 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 549-4014
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Larsen
Take a seat at one of the best tables in town with 180 degree panoramic views of the Pacific. A canopy of bohemian umbrellas transports you to a coastal oasis. Located inside Hotel Laguna, Larsen locally sources seaside cuisine that pairs perfectly with their creative cocktails. Trust us, the drinks taste as good as they look. Try their Tequila Old Fashioned which puts a smokey twist on the whiskey classic.
425 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1151
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Broadway by Amar Santana
Inspired by New York City theater culture, Chef Amar Santana turns dinner and drinks into an artful show! Edison bulbs dangling from the ceiling cast moody light over the cocktail bar. While Santana prefers bourbons or whiskey himself, the cocktail menu is full of unique and vibrant pours inspired by the seasons. The Pink Moment is a summer favorite with Capurro Acholado Pisco and Opuntia Prickly Pear Brandy over housemade sherbert.
328 Glenneyre Street, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949.715.8234
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South of Nick’s
If you're looking for vacation vibes, look no further than South of Nick’s. Their Toasted Coconut Margarita is the blended drink of dreams. One sip of this creamy concoction and you’ll feel like you're on that much needed tropical getaway. Handcrafted to order, South of Nick’s list of fruity margaritas hit the spot everytime. However, don’t sleep on the Espresso Martini, it’s one of the best on the coast!
540 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 715-3717
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Oak Laguna Beach
Oak does not disappoint when it comes to both show-stopping and mouth-watering cocktails. With seasonal creations and ever-changing themed elixirs, there’s always something delicious to try. Rotational offerings have featured everything from 90’s Pop Rock candies to CBD Coladas and even cocktails topped with flames! Oak’s classics are just as creative with fan favorites being the Lagunarita with aromatic hibiscus and the Lavender & Meringue Martini topped with decadent lemon foam.
1100 S Coast Hwy # 202 Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 940-3010
Emily Miller is an Orange County based food and lifestyle writer. Read more of her work here!