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restaurant that opens its doors only for dinner , Ristorante Rumari offers robust Italian cuisine including pastas , salads , meat and seafood , along with an extensive wine list . A perfect date night spot , the family-owned eatery specializes in upscale fare coupled with an intimate ambiance . Reservations are recommended .
ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY 248 S . COAST HWY .; 949-497-3799 ; RMCF . COM : Fudge , truffles , caramel apples and other sugary indulgences line the walls of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory , which is located right across from sun-soaked Main Beach . A chocolate lover ’ s nirvana , Rocky Mountain entices with a huge selection of gourmet sweets made there at the shop .
ROMEO CUCINA 249 BROADWAY ST .; 949-497-6627 ; ROMEOCUCINA . COM : This charming eatery is open for lunch on the weekends and dinner each night , serving up flavorful Italian options including homemade pastas , risottos , wood-fired pizzas and more . A seasonal happy hour is available as well .
THE ROOFTOP LOUNGE AT LA CASA DEL CAMINO ; 1287 S . COAST HWY .; 949-497-2446 ; ROOFTOPLAGUNA BEACH . COM : The Rooftop Lounge offers ocean views , delicious food , signature fresh fruit mojitos and one of the best happy hours in town . Stop in for Sunday brunch or light bites and sips while enjoying breathtaking sunsets from the roof of the historic La Casa del Camino hotel .
ROUX CREOLE CUISINE 860 GLENNEYRE ST .; 949-715- 3707 ; ROUXCREOLE . COM : After a brief stint serving spicefilled Creole cuisine exclusively , Roux changed direction , bringing in a brand-new chef . Though some of the old favorites like Catfish Orleans , gumbo and jambalaya are still on the menu , Roux also offers organic salads , salmon , steak , pasta and more .
RUBY ’ S DINER 30622 COAST HWY .; 949-497-7829 ; RUBYS . COM : Look to Ruby ’ s Diner for hearty American classics for the whole gang . This family-friendly restaurant offers diner staples , including cheeseburgers and milkshakes . Kids will also enjoy the classic cars parked out front and the 1940s decor . Dine inside or on the rooftop patio with an ocean view .
RUM SOCIAL KITCHEN & COCKTAILS 448 S . COAST HWY .; 949-549-4014 ; RUMSOCIAL . COM : Offering island-inspired fare from the Caribbean and Polynesia , this restaurant serves tropical cocktails and dishes like plantains , tuna poke , rum-braised beets and Mary ’ s Farm Jamaican jerk chicken .
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SALERNO BY CHEF PIROZZI 220 BEACH ST .; 949-497- 2600 ; SALERNOLB . COM : A Laguna Beach staple since 1975 , Salerno serves authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy , family-friendly atmosphere . Classic staples such as salads , soups , pastas , meat entrees and seafood populate the menu , with the option to create your own pasta as well ; top traditional or gluten-free noodles with sauces like creamy pesto or mushroom .
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