Nestled along the picturesque Southern California coastline in Laguna Beach, Splashes offers an exceptional dining experience that celebrates innovative coastal cuisine. Helmed by renowned Chef Ron Fougeray, the menu blends fresh, local ingredients with creative culinary techniques, delivering vibrant dishes that capture the essence of coastal California. Sommelier-selected wines from the restaurant’s award-winning wine program enhance the dining experience with perfect harmony. Indulge in modern elegance in a newly renovated dining room, where the soothing sights and sounds of the ocean create a serene atmosphere. Guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific as they savor contemporary coastal flavors, making every meal a memorabl…
New American spot inside the Surf & Sand Resort with on-the-ocean dining & palm-shaded patios.
| Friday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Monday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7–11 AM, 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
Andrew W
Splashes delivered one of the most memorable dining experiences I’ve had in Laguna Beach. The oceanfront setting alone is worth the visit—waves literally crash beneath the terrace—but the food and service made the night exceptional. We started with the artisan focaccia and whipped ricotta, which was silky, perfectly seasoned, and honestly one of the best bites of the evening. The whole roasted branzino was cooked beautifully with crisp skin and tender, flaky meat, and the celery & truffle agnolotti was rich, decadent, and plated like a work of art.
We were celebrating an anniversary, and the Splashes team went above and beyond with rose petals and a personalized crème brûlée that was as thoughtful as it was delicious. Service was warm, patient, and attentive, and we were treated as if our evening genuinely mattered to the team.
If you go, book around sunset and request a window or terrace table—it’s hard to imagine a better setting in Orange County. Valet is available at the Surf & Sand Resort, and the restaurant is an easy elevator ride down to the dining room. Splashes isn’t just a meal—it’s an experience, and we can’t wait to return.
… moreHolly Piorkowski
Jhoana was our server and was one of the most kind and attentive people to ever take care of us. She is a delight and a joy. Thank you Jhoana. Food was amazing, we had an Oceanside + beachfront view. Amazing meal! Such a memorable experience and Jhoana snapped great pics of us.
… moreRuud Noordzij
We got married on February 3, 2004 at this nice hotel and enjoyed a beautiful meal at Splashes Restaurant that we still remember fondly. We thought it would be appropriate to revisit and book a table for late lunch – and the menu shows “happy hour” which we do like a lot as we can get more of a spread of different dishes. So far the excitement… we arrived at the desk at our reserved time, but no one was there to greet us. My better half checked it my name would appear on the screen which was also confirmed by our hostess. We got a “no” on the Happy Hour question but were referred to the Splashes Bar that would have the Happy Hour menu (again, the hotel website mentions “between 3 and 6pm”. Once we were seated at the bar with a beautiful beach view, we got another “no” on the Happy Hour menu situation. We ended up ordering the Ahi Tuna Nachos (they were great, had lots of flavor) and the Dungeness Crab and Onion Dip (the dip was OK but the chips were very stale). After trying to flag someone down about the stale chips, we ended up waiting for at least 20 minutes for new chips and the dish was initially taken away but later returned to us as we would get new chips. These did arrive, 20 minutes later, when we finished our nachos and had a bit of the dip left. In other words, we lost our appetite, also as other patrons came in who started doing their rather loud online zoom calls (yup, we’re in Orange County) right next to us. Getting the bill was another 10-minute wait and we decided to drive down to another place (well rated, we check our sources) to continue our anniversary. Oh yes, no acknowledgement on that one, even though my OpenTable reservation clearly stated that fact. Missed chance and, especially after 6000 miles on the road and enjoying great service in many different states, we’re realizing that our service levels here are slipping. Sad, as we pay good money to try to enjoy our experiences outside the house.
… moreSergio Mendez
Had an excellent experience from the moment I drove in the the parking lot. The Vallet were super cool group of guys and the front desk was very help on guiding me to the restaurant down the elevator to the 1st floor. It was a bit warm that day and the host sat me in a great location where there was breeze with an excellent view (but every seat has an excellent view). Matthias was my server and he really made my lunch experience here amazing. Since it was my first here I wanted a recommendation but I really wanted to try the Lobster Bisque, so he recommended that if i order the Lobster Bisque, I also order the Steak. Now he mentioned his favorite dish for lunch was the Risotto and adding protein but didnt necessarily push me to get his favorite dish. I felt like he knew the menu well and and was able to explain my two options and help find what I wanted to order and im glad I ordered the steak along with the Lobster Bisque. Im definitely coming back for The Risotto though. Once I finshed my lunch, I was really enjoying the scenery and wanted to continue enjoying some drinks but didnt want hold a table for another guest. So since most 5 star hotels have a bar, I asked Matthias where the bar is located and he pointed me to the right direction. Thats where I met more AMAZING staff (Alma, Josh, and Nicole). Josh and Alam switched shifts during my visit but they both made some of the best drinks so I can enjoy the sun set. The bar wasn’t very busy since it was a Wednesday so I felt like a VIP. Nicole was telling on how she never gets tired of the sunset there and meeting all kinds of people. She was so polite and even mentioned that next time visit, I should also visit during dinner time since since they dim the lights and makes for perfect dates…point is I can go on and on how well my visit was. Definitely will be returning several times for Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, or just for drinks at the bar.
… moreHailey Do
It was really a perfect meal. All of the dishes recommended by our server, Alfredo, were excellent and delicious. Every other staff member was also friendly and made us feel genuinely welcome. I had such a wonderful experience here that I’m already planning to come back for lunch soon. If you visit this place, trust Alfredo‘s recommendations.
… moreAdam Callino
Excellent spot for a date night out! Came here for dinner on a Saturday night and had a great experience! Restaurant is located on the lower section of a hotel right next to the beach. Ambiance is second to none. Patrick our waiter was excellent and made sure we were well taken care of. Don’t miss out on the black truffle agnolotti! Special of the night was a dry aged ribeye that was cooked to perfection. Scallops were also fantastic. Ended the night with some of the carrot cake topped with mango. Will be back again!
… moreSwoon Lashes, Cosmetic Tattoo, Facial
This is really the only dining option on site at Surf and Sand resort in Laguna Beach. The entire property had a recent renovation and it really shines. Splashes offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in their dining room, patio and also downstairs in the bar. Some of the servers and bartenders have been on staff over 20 years and it shows in the outstanding service. For breakfast the steak and eggs is a winner, very tender. The breakfast burrito was very tasty and crab benedict seemed to be very popular. For the octopus app was nice and crisp with good flavor. The chicken sandwich was juicy and very satisfying and the fries were amazing. The space does tend to get very crowded at peak times and reservations are highly encouraged. The bar area is first come first served so you just have to wait for something to open up. The views are stunning and the sunsets enhance the beautiful dining room with warm natural light. If you are staying at Surf and Sand you have to try Splashes.. the views are amazing and the food is worth trying to get a table.
… moreNolan Nitschke
Amazing meal! Staff was very friendly. We came for an anniversary dinner. Waitress greeted us with champagne and a beautiful table on the patio overlooking the ocean. Their suggestions for food were spot on. Couldn’t ask for a better anniversary dinner!
… moreKai Y
i came here for my friends birthday dinner after having it on my list of ocean view restaurants to try in laguna. i was very surprised at the quality of the food! everything tasted great and super fresh. we got mussels, branzino, and bread which was very soft and went well with the mussel soup. of course the star of the show was the sunset! they gave us a free crème brûlée as well. great service too we always felt attended too which i can’t say for other luxury restaurants! will be back!
… moreIvana Siska
Delicious, beautifully presented food in a breathtaking setting.
We met for lunch, we’re seated promptly, and enjoyed the view. The service was typically great, with the exception of it being really slow. My guest set for at least 10, maybe 15 minutes before anyone came around to take their order. I’m only mentioning it because the restaurant was not crowded; maybe only three or four tables of people.
Once our server did attend to us, they were great.
A perfect place to take out of town visitors
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