Mosaic Bar and Grille | Laguna Beach
Darren Coyle, co-owner of Fable & Spirit, Dublin 4 gastropub, and Wineworks for Everyone
“Our way to relax is we go to the Montage, the outside area, Mosaic (Bar and Grille). We get a bottle of Champagne and nachos. They have really good nachos—we put lobster on them, whatever they have. Irish people loving nachos; can you believe it?”

Zinc Cafe & Market | Corona del Mar
Shawn Green, former Dodgers outfielder
“Zinc Cafe in Corona del Mar. It’s a great little breakfast spot I frequent. Has indoors and outdoors. It has a nice vibe to it. Just a five-minute walk to the beach. It’s near the main village and kind of like ‘Cheers,’ where you sit and get to know the people. They have a good breakfast. I favor the poached eggs with some tea or coffee, and maybe some fruit.”

Juliette Kitchen + Bar | Newport Beach
Todd Smith, Orange County Museum of Art director and CEO
“Juliette restaurant in Newport Beach. One of the reasons is the burger! It’s just a great restaurant with a neighborhood feel, a good mix of people, and a great wine list. The menu is top-notch; the service is incredible. It’s a great place to go on a Tuesday or a Saturday. We discovered it about four years ago. Every time my husband and I go, we’re always in a good mood by the time we leave. It’s where we go to unwind.”

Da Bianca Trattoria | Orange
Pascal Olhats, award-winning French chef and restaurateur, owner of Café Jardin
“Da Bianca Trattoria in Orange—everything is good. The service is good; everything is consistent. I’ve been going there for 12 years. The food is always fresh, and it’s a nice neighborhood place.”