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C'est La Vie

373 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA

★★★★4.0(1,537 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Perched on a stunning Laguna Beach overlook, this French bistro pairs exceptional cuisine—think restaurant-quality French onion soup and fresh seafood—with genuinely warm hospitality and those golden-hour sunset views that make every visit feel special. While the cappuccinos could use a lighter touch, the overall experience keeps locals and visitors coming back for years, especially when you land a server who treats you like family. It's the kind of place where a casual lunch becomes a memory, backed by consistently excellent food and service that rarely misses.

What to expect

Slow sitLight foodTraditional drinksOutdoor seatingPastriesFamily friendlyMeetings

Google Reviews

Shawn Sheng
★★★★★2 months ago

French food never disappoints. Came here for Valentine’s Day and the view of the sunset over the beach was magical. The food is incredible, perhaps the best French onion soup I have ever had. Portions are good and everything is beautifully presented. Staff are very hard working and friendly. The bakery has so many different options and everything tasted great. The interior is large and they have upstairs outdoor patio seating.

Belinda Hernandez
★★★★★3 months ago

First time here their Desserts are delicious also had the shrimp tacos very Delicoso our waiter Nico was so friendly got to have lunch with a Beautiful Laguna Beach view most definitely coming Back❤️

Yahaira Schofield
★★★★3 months ago

This one was our favorite place when we visit Laguna, but today we had a bad experience. We finished eating (5 people not cheap) and when we were waiting for the rest of our party outside one of the waiters came out and said “I know you came just for the bathroom but next time you can come and eat” We answered we just finished eating and the guy just said “I did not see you” very unprofessional behavior and even decent enough to apologize. Definitely we will not be back.

Kamikaze Yazzie
★★★★★3 months ago

Been going here for years and it never disappoints! Gabriel helped us and it was a great time. I got the steamed mussels and clams. Amazing. And the cappuccino which was great but a tad too sweet. No complaints. I am always happy when I come here.

Tania Palacios
★★★★★8 months ago

Rick our waiter was amazing. He was very attentive and friendly. Great customer service. The food was absolutely amazing. Thank you Rick for making this an amazing experience for my daughter and me. I forgot to add, great view if you ask to sit on their deck.

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