Lost Pier Cafe
31131 CA-1, Laguna Beach, CA
Crema's Take
“Perched right on Aliso Beach with sand-level seating and unobstructed ocean views, Lost Pier Cafe delivers a laid-back coastal experience where you can genuinely enjoy breakfast with your toes in the sand. The kitchen hits high notes with fresh ceviche and solid proportions across the menu, thoughtful pricing, and a warm staff that makes you feel welcomed, though consistency wavers with items like the fish and chips. This is less a destination coffee shop and more a complete beach escape—part café, part bar—where the setting and vibe might matter as much as what's on your plate.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Food was pretty good with decent proportions and priced accordingly. Great view of the beach while you eat.
The ceviche was excellent, employees were super nice and helpful! The fish and chips were too soggy and the fish had a slight fishy smell. Great spot to sit and eat next to the beach.
Nice chilled out beach bar with good food. Beautiful setting to have a bite to eat with a cold beer watching the sunset.
If you’re spending time at Aliso Beach, this little sand-level café is an absolute gem! The views are unbeatable — you can literally enjoy your breakfast or lunch with your toes in the sand and the ocean right in front of you. The food and drinks are fresh and perfect for a beach day, but what really makes this spot special is the friendly service. Jordyn and Cooper were fantastic — super welcoming, quick with our order, and genuinely kind. They make you feel like a regular even if it’s your first time. Whether you’re grabbing an alcoholic beverage lemonade or fish and chips, after a swim or just watching the waves, this is the perfect place to relax and soak it all in. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in Laguna Beach!
My husband & I walked over to the Lost Pier Cafe for breakfast. We were staying at the Ranch. It’s about a 10-minute walk. It’s on the other side of PCH. There’s a paid parking lot there, but it was filling up quickly with people going to Aliso Beach. I got a honey oat latte and avocado toast. My husband got a breakfast burrito. The food was good, but we probably wouldn’t have gone there if it hadn’t been right on the beach. You order at the window. The people who work there were friendly. The seating is all outside with a view of the ocean. There’s no indoor seating. They do have bathrooms. It’s very casual and easy to bring kids.
Crema Reviews
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