I love love love Nirvana! The food is incredibly delicious and Chef Lindsay is so down to earth, and such a visionary. The Ladies Night dinners are my favorite, but the food is good all of the time. Plus there are items in the market that are ready to take home if I don't feel like eating out.
Photos are from the most recent Ladies Night dinner and an incredible breakfast I had a while back...but seriously all of the food is excellent. It's my favorite place in Laguna by far.
Michaela O'Hara
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May 25, 2025
Overall, delicious food & very nice, accommodating staff. It was my mom’s birthday & they were very flexible with letting us choose our table. We were able to sneak in a cake & they kept it in their fridge until it was time to bring it out with a candle.
Our server was so sweet, but it was clear the restaurant was understaffed and swamped with orders. We were at the restaurant for at least two hours and while it gave us ample time to talk and enjoy our food at a slow pace, it was due to the time it took to order and receive our drinks, starters and entrees.
Patty H
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June 30, 2026
What a gem. We are visiting from DC and are plant based eaters. The ambiance, the service and the food were amazing. Our family of 4 ordered 3 different soups, and ordered the vegetable platter to share, while one of us ordered the branzino. For dessert we shared the carrot cake. All the food was delicious and well prepared. Each ingredient tasted fully like itself, but contributed to an overall symphony of flavors. Our server, Juliette, was great and engaging. She made the overall experience like we were invited to a friend's house for dinner. A friend who grows her own food and cooks like a magician. We will be back!
Ben Stratton
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June 19, 2026
Visited Nirvana while staying in Laguna Beach, and this ended up being my favorite meal of the trip. The roasted chicken breast was paired with flavorful seasonings and fresh vegetables. The poblano cornbread with honey butter was also a phenomenal complement.
This is a restaurant that is genuinely chef-driven and thoughtfully curated. The entire staff was attentive and friendly. The atmosphere felt unique and inviting. This is a top recommendation!
Benjamin Manne
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August 04, 2025
Phenomenal. Beautiful rooftop setting where Chef Lindsay came out and discussed her menu with us, helped us craft our order, and answered all dietary questions. The food was spectacular. Everything we tried was homey yet complex and beautifully presented. Even the cocktails were notable. If I were in a position to hire a private chef (I am not), I’d choose someone like Chef Lindsay. Her food is feel-good, not over salted or over… anythinged. I’d never tire of it.
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I love love love Nirvana! The food is incredibly delicious and Chef Lindsay is so down to earth, and such a visionary. The Ladies Night dinners are my favorite, but the food is good all of the time. Plus there are items in the market that are ready to take home if I don't feel like eating out. Photos are from the most recent Ladies Night dinner and an incredible breakfast I had a while back...but seriously all of the food is excellent. It's my favorite place in Laguna by far.
Overall, delicious food & very nice, accommodating staff. It was my mom’s birthday & they were very flexible with letting us choose our table. We were able to sneak in a cake & they kept it in their fridge until it was time to bring it out with a candle. Our server was so sweet, but it was clear the restaurant was understaffed and swamped with orders. We were at the restaurant for at least two hours and while it gave us ample time to talk and enjoy our food at a slow pace, it was due to the time it took to order and receive our drinks, starters and entrees.
What a gem. We are visiting from DC and are plant based eaters. The ambiance, the service and the food were amazing. Our family of 4 ordered 3 different soups, and ordered the vegetable platter to share, while one of us ordered the branzino. For dessert we shared the carrot cake. All the food was delicious and well prepared. Each ingredient tasted fully like itself, but contributed to an overall symphony of flavors. Our server, Juliette, was great and engaging. She made the overall experience like we were invited to a friend's house for dinner. A friend who grows her own food and cooks like a magician. We will be back!
Visited Nirvana while staying in Laguna Beach, and this ended up being my favorite meal of the trip. The roasted chicken breast was paired with flavorful seasonings and fresh vegetables. The poblano cornbread with honey butter was also a phenomenal complement. This is a restaurant that is genuinely chef-driven and thoughtfully curated. The entire staff was attentive and friendly. The atmosphere felt unique and inviting. This is a top recommendation!
Phenomenal. Beautiful rooftop setting where Chef Lindsay came out and discussed her menu with us, helped us craft our order, and answered all dietary questions. The food was spectacular. Everything we tried was homey yet complex and beautifully presented. Even the cocktails were notable. If I were in a position to hire a private chef (I am not), I’d choose someone like Chef Lindsay. Her food is feel-good, not over salted or over… anythinged. I’d never tire of it.