Dining
Tommy Bahama Opens in Laguna
11.01.10
By Joanne Tucker
The laid back charm and whimsical artistic vibe of Laguna Beach is captured at Tommy Bahama Laguna Beach Bar & Grill, which invites beach goers and locals to hang out in its Hawaiian Island-inspired décor of natural wood shutters, rich oil-rubbed bronzed hardware and railings and multiple windows to let in Laguna’s gentle ocean breezes.
Located in the newly-renovated 1931 landmark Heisler Building on the corner of PCH and Laguna Avenue, Tommy Bahama Laguna Beach Bar & Grill features an open air dining area and an adjacent retail store for diners to indulge in a shopping spree before or after drinks and bites when the restaurant opens on Saturday, Nov. 6.
Just steps away from Laguna’s Main Beach and shops, Tommy Bahama Laguna Beach offers contemporary American cuisine for lunch, dinner and in-between pick-me-ups in its open air dining area and way cool bar.
Lagunatics (Laguna Beach residents), day trippers and tourist alike sit at the modern, yet totally casual bar and sip on hand-crafted, tropical-inspired cocktail quenchers. Or, some order a microbrew on tap or a relaxing glass of wine from the rather extensive wine list.
Start with a selection of lobster corn dogs, ahi tuna tacos, shrimp Avalon (chilled tiger shrimp and Dungeness crab), the wedge salad or a generous cheese plate. We enjoyed the chilled shrimp Avalon and light and crispy ahi tuna tacos made with wonton shells, wasabi-lime infused avocado and Asian slaw. Starter prices range from $5-$16.
At the entrée course, we ordered the shrimp BLT. Yes, that’s right! Shrimp in a BLT that was loaded with Nueke’s applewood-smoked bacon, romaine lettuce, roma tomatoes, avocado and garlic aioli on toasted sourdough. Yummy!
Mains include a swordfish sandwich, pablano chicken, fillet and shrimp, mahi mahi. With the “Laguna Harvest” burger, you can choose the protein from Prime angus beef, chicken breast or veggie. Try a side of lobster macaroni and cheese, crispy fries with truffle oil and dried tomato risotto. Sides go for $5-$16 and entrees from $12-$25.
Could desserts get any better? Reasonably price from $6-$10, savor post-meal bites such as a real honest-to-goodness root beer float or a heavenly slice of banana cream pie or the triple chocolate cake with mocha mouse whipped cream.
After a time in Tommy Bahama’s Laguna food and drink paradise, browse the retail store for this quality surf brand’s men’s and women’s sportswear, swimwear, accessories and home décor.
Restaurant Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
Friday & Saturday, 11:30 am – Midnight
Retail Hours
Thursday: 10 am -11 pm
Friday & Saturday: 10 am - Midnight
Parking:
Metered street parking and a public parking behind the restaurant off Laguna Avenue costs $6 (cash or credit card) for three hours.
400 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Restaurant: 949.376.6886
Retail: 949.376.6881
Website: www.tommybahama.com
Joanne Tucker is a lifestyles writer based in Costa Mesa.
Blog
Halloween in OC!
10.29.10
More than 15,000 costumed revelers are expected to attend Halloween OC Costume Ball at the OC Fair Saturday from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. It’s one of the largest and most exciting parties ever held in Orange County—and no doubt the best people watching ever. A portion of the proceeds from Halloween OC will benefit Websites for Heroes. Halloween OC features six indoor party areas and two exclusive VIP lounges; each space features different types of entertainment: great music and food, fortune tellers, a sexy costume contest and fashion show.
Tickets to Halloween OC cost $30 in advance or $60 at the door. VIP Tickets cost $100-150. All ticket prices are plus applicable service fees. Reservations for VIP couches, tables and bottle service are available by calling 949.222.2232. All details here.
88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa.
The biggest electronic house party ever in Orange County is happening tonight 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at The Grove of Anaheim. “Volume 1: The First Halloween” will be packed with headliners like Austin Leeds, Scotty Boy, and Charles Feelgood, and 10 more DJ’s: Eric Cubeechee, DJ D’Arrigo, Dean Mason, Stellar Creator, Audiokillers, Epileptix, DJ DSCO, DJ ECHO, Langdon and Mark Crenshaw. Four separate party areas will be featuring world-class house DJs, go-go dancers and open dancing for a high-octane entertainment experience. And there’s an exclusive VIP area with its own dance floor, lounge, entrance, bars and bathrooms. General Admission costs $30 to $40; VIP tickets cost $100 to $125. Get your tickets here.
2200 E Katella Ave in Anaheim.
Here’s another fun Halloween party: don’t miss Prego Ristorante’s Masquerade Ball from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday. You won’t recognize the place, it’s being transformed into a swanky club with two dance floors with DJs Roly, Tommy T, Rob Dutra, Ty Dunn & Zeke. Costumes encouraged! Tickets range from $20 to $200 for a VIP table for four! Reservation info.
18420 Von Karman Ave. in Irvine. 949.553.1333.
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