Selanne Steak Tavern

"Laguna Beach locals love this place for its white tablecloths, award-winning wine program, and stellar steaks. The vibrant red beet ravioli stuffed with cheese is a striking starter, while the delicate souffle finishes the meal. Former Anaheim Ducks hockey player and six-time Olympian Teemu Selanne is one of the restaurant’s owners, so be on the lookout for Orange County A-listers. In November 2023, Rebekah Eastman joined the kitchen as the executive pastry chef: Eastman revamped the menu and opened the adjacent bakery by Selanne with baguette sandwiches, sticky buns, browned butter chocolate chip cookies, and bang pies stuffed with seasonal fruit." - Jenn Tanaka

"Find yourself in Laguna with the need to impress someone, or at least the need to eat a very thick ribeye? Selanne Steak Tavern is your best option for both scenarios. Owned by a former Anaheim Ducks star, this classic "fancy steakhouse in a remodeled historic house" is the place to throw down on giant lobsters, wagyu prime rib, and chocolate souffle in Laguna Beach. Save it for a special occasion (or when someone else is paying)." - garrett snyder, jess basser sanders

"Find yourself in Laguna with the need to impress someone, or the need to eat a ribeye? Selanne Steak Tavern is your best option for both scenarios. Owned by a famous hockey player, Selanne is where you throw down in Laguna Beach. Save it for a special occasion (or when someone else is paying). photo credit: Selanne Steak Tavern" - Katherine Lewin

"The restaurant’s namesake monkey bread is bananas — hot brioche mini buns and gianduja chocolate topped with roasted banana ice cream, praline crunch, and a swirl of dulce de leche." - Jenn Tanaka

"Once a home, this historic setting on Pacific Coast Highway now houses a winning steakhouse. Inside, a variety of settings welcome guests, ranging from the upstairs Loft, the bistro-style Wine Library, the handsome Tavern, or outside on the Veranda or Sunset Terrace. The buzzy bar is also a favorite perch for a crowd that's both relaxed and regulars. Steak is revered in this place and it lives up to its promise with tender, well marbled meat, but the kitchen ratchets it up with expert cooking (and dousing it in butter never hurts). Thick seared mushrooms in a Madeira reduction are a nice touch, and creamy, buttery mashed potatoes are a must, but don't monkey around when it comes to dessert—Selanne's monkey bread can't be missed." - Michelin Inspector