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Transport yourself back in time at The Drake, “Where Great Food Meets Great Live Music.” Featuring a dynamic live music lineup every night of the week and upscale New American cuisine, The Drake offers a unique experience that is one you won’t forget. Award Winning Chef Paul Gstrein and his son and Sous Chef Nick serve delicious seasonal tastes featured on their ever-evolving menu as petite plates, full entrees and scratch made desserts. Meet at The Drake to feel the “music magic” with intimate and immersive jazz, R&B and blues performances paired with a sumptuous cuisine that has delighted Orange County patrons for 30 years and counting.
Hours
| Friday | 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2894 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone: (949) 376-1000
Website: https://www.thedrakelaguna.com/
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Reviews
Janet Q
The Drake Laguna Beach is an absolute standout—sophisticated, intimate, and full of soul. The live jazz creates an incredible atmosphere that instantly sets the tone, making the experience feel special from the moment you walk in. The cocktails are expertly crafted, the vibe is effortlessly cool, and the service is attentive without ever interrupting the flow of the evening. It’s the kind of place where you want to linger, listen, and soak it all in. Excited to hear they’re opening a new Drake in Los Angeles with that same live jazz feel—if it’s anything like the Laguna location, it’s going to be exceptional.
… moreRudy Rubio
Whenever I’m in Laguna Beach, dinner at The Drake is a must! ✨
Every visit feels like coming home. From the warm welcome at the front door to the attentive servers, the service is always impeccable. It’s like a beautifully orchestrated dance—everything flows in perfect sync.
The live entertainment on the weekends adds such a classy, soothing touch, making the whole evening feel special.
And let’s not forget the world-class drinks and food—always top-notch and crafted with care.
If you’re looking for a place that combines elegance, comfort, and unforgettable experiences, The Drake is it.
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Whenever I’m in Laguna Beach, dinner at The Drake is a must! ✨
Every visit feels like coming home. From the warm welcome at the front door to the attentive servers, the service is always impeccable. It’s like a beautifully orchestrated dance—everything flows in perfect sync.
The live entertainment on the weekends adds such a classy, soothing touch, making the whole evening feel special.
And let’s not forget the world-class drinks and food—always top-notch and crafted with care.
If you’re looking for a place that combines elegance, comfort, and unforgettable experiences, The Drake is it.
… moreEvery visit feels like coming home. From the warm welcome at the front door to the attentive servers, the service is always impeccable. It’s like a beautifully orchestrated dance—everything flows in perfect sync.
The live entertainment on the weekends adds such a classy, soothing touch, making the whole evening feel special.
And let’s not forget the world-class drinks and food—always top-notch and crafted with care.
If you’re looking for a place that combines elegance, comfort, and unforgettable experiences, The Drake is it.
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Whenever I’m in Laguna Beach, dinner at The Drake is a must! ✨
Every visit feels like coming home. From the warm welcome at the front door to the attentive servers, the service is always impeccable. It’s like a beautifully orchestrated dance—everything flows in perfect sync.
The live entertainment on the weekends adds such a classy, soothing touch, making the whole evening feel special.
And let’s not forget the world-class drinks and food—always top-notch and crafted with care.
If you’re looking for a place that combines elegance, comfort, and unforgettable experiences, The Drake is it.
jerry Z
What a cool experience they have live music a great bar really good food and outstanding service. I got the fillet which comes with peppercorn and a wine sauce with potatoes. My wife got the chicken. It’s kind of more of an enchilada chicken. The steak was delicious my wife wished she opted for the fish. We had the beet salad, which was absolutely out of this world and the white fish ceviche, which was also very very good. The drinks were fantastic. The band was amazing and it was definitely a fun night out. The Drake is definitely a place you need to try.
… moreJoshua Estrellado
Definitely good spot for listening some jazz music. Service was excellent l, food was okay, nothing too special about it but drinks are amazing. Small place, so it could be very loud for some people if you’re inside. Out in the patio is better but the floor is on a slope so be careful. It could be cold during winter nights. Also, $10 cover charge will be automatically included to your bill on jazz nights
… moreSunroof W
The place is not very large but is exquisitely designed, making last-minute reservations difficult, especially on weekends.
The hostess was very attentive and suggested we take seats at the counter table, where we could enjoy the same menu and music as the main dining area. My friend, who loves cooking, was delighted with the opportunity to observe the chefs at work up close.
We thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes we ordered, and surprisingly, the hamachi of the day was even fresher and tastier than the highly praised tuna tartare. We’ve decided to visit once a month to explore more of their menu!
… moreThe hostess was very attentive and suggested we take seats at the counter table, where we could enjoy the same menu and music as the main dining area. My friend, who loves cooking, was delighted with the opportunity to observe the chefs at work up close.
We thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes we ordered, and surprisingly, the hamachi of the day was even fresher and tastier than the highly praised tuna tartare. We’ve decided to visit once a month to explore more of their menu!
J J
Seven of us were in town from Chicago and made reservations at The Drake Laguna Beach to celebrate a friend’s birthday. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from start to finish.
We were blindsided upon arrival when each guest was charged a $10 cover fee for the live jazz band. This was never disclosed at the time of reservation. While the band was talented, the music was extremely loud, making conversation at the table difficult—something that has been echoed in other reviews.
We each ordered our own entrée, except for the birthday guest and his wife, who chose to share a ribeye. When the bill arrived, they were charged a $5 split fee, which again was never mentioned by our server at the time of ordering and only noticed afterward on the check.
Before our entrées arrived, a plate of fries was placed on the table. By the time we realized that none of us ordered fries, we brought this to our server’s attention, his response was, “You ate it, right?”—a dismissive and rude comment that set the tone for the rest of the service.
One guest—who happens to be a restaurant owner himself—did not receive his Chicken Yucatán entrée until the rest of the table had either finished or was nearly finished eating. Our server assured us the issue had been addressed, that the bill would be taken care of, and that dessert would be provided. The chef did come out to apologize, which was appreciated and professional.
However, when the bill arrived, the $40 chicken entrée was still listed. When questioned, the server responded that while the entrée was charged, desserts worth $40 were provided instead and asked if that was “okay.” Even our guest, a restaurant owner, found this handling inappropriate. In our experience, when an entrée arrives after the table has finished eating—especially after assurances it would be resolved—it is typically voided.
As for the food: my filet mignon was tender, though I would request the sauce on the side next time. Another guest ordered the Wagyu beef pappardelle, which was dry, lacked flavor, and the “wagyu” itself was tough.
Overall, this may not have been our lucky night, but the biggest issue was the server’s demeanor and lack of accountability. Between undisclosed fees, service delays, and dismissive responses, the experience fell far short of expectations—especially for a birthday celebration.
… moreWe were blindsided upon arrival when each guest was charged a $10 cover fee for the live jazz band. This was never disclosed at the time of reservation. While the band was talented, the music was extremely loud, making conversation at the table difficult—something that has been echoed in other reviews.
We each ordered our own entrée, except for the birthday guest and his wife, who chose to share a ribeye. When the bill arrived, they were charged a $5 split fee, which again was never mentioned by our server at the time of ordering and only noticed afterward on the check.
Before our entrées arrived, a plate of fries was placed on the table. By the time we realized that none of us ordered fries, we brought this to our server’s attention, his response was, “You ate it, right?”—a dismissive and rude comment that set the tone for the rest of the service.
One guest—who happens to be a restaurant owner himself—did not receive his Chicken Yucatán entrée until the rest of the table had either finished or was nearly finished eating. Our server assured us the issue had been addressed, that the bill would be taken care of, and that dessert would be provided. The chef did come out to apologize, which was appreciated and professional.
However, when the bill arrived, the $40 chicken entrée was still listed. When questioned, the server responded that while the entrée was charged, desserts worth $40 were provided instead and asked if that was “okay.” Even our guest, a restaurant owner, found this handling inappropriate. In our experience, when an entrée arrives after the table has finished eating—especially after assurances it would be resolved—it is typically voided.
As for the food: my filet mignon was tender, though I would request the sauce on the side next time. Another guest ordered the Wagyu beef pappardelle, which was dry, lacked flavor, and the “wagyu” itself was tough.
Overall, this may not have been our lucky night, but the biggest issue was the server’s demeanor and lack of accountability. Between undisclosed fees, service delays, and dismissive responses, the experience fell far short of expectations—especially for a birthday celebration.
Kat M
We came here for Father’s Day and had Heather as our server, she was so sweet and attentive. She really made the experience great and made me want to come back. The live music was fantastic, the singer and pianist were very talented and interacted with the audience very well. The food was excellent and well portioned and I really enjoyed the desserts, I personally don’t like chocolate and that shortens my options by a lot at most restaurants but not at this one! They had a good variety of sweets for me to inhale. I got the Salmon Poke as a main and the salted caramel budino as dessert!
I would definitely recommend checking this place out if given the chance!
… moreI would definitely recommend checking this place out if given the chance!
errol morgan
The food here is PHENOMENAL! The service is impeccable. Shout out to Ted! Great bartender. I only dine at the bar so my experience is from that point of view. My favorite that i have every single time is the Salmon. I promise you it will be the best you ever had. Same with the Halibut!
… moreNuri
One of my favorite places in Laguna. Food and service are always top. Live entertainment is great! Went here during the recent fires and evacuation… received water and carnitas for my dogs as we sat outside. This place is the best.
… morejennifer mcadory
Dinner date and first time in Laguna Beach. Atmosphere was great. Live jazz music. Good menu selection. Lamb chops and venison were both excellent. Spanish salad was not as expected for what we paid. Prices are a bit high. But overall we had a great dining experience at Drake’s
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