South of Nick's Laguna Beach
South of Nick's Laguna Beach serves Southern California Mexican food at 540 S Coast Hwy, with craft cocktails and waterfront views.
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- Address
- 540 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- Phone
- +19497153717
- Website
- nicksrestaurants.com
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Southern California Mexican at 540 S Coast Hwy
Southern California Mexican cooking defines South of Nick's Laguna Beach, part of Nick's Restaurants at 540 S Coast Hwy. It fits lunch or dinner plans with standard pacing.
Warm Butter Cake, Seafood Enchiladas, and El Vaquero
Warm Butter Cake, Seafood Enchiladas, and El Vaquero anchor the named dishes, while craft cocktails frame the bar choice. A smart casual, upscale casual setup suits a planned sit-down meal.
Waterfront views with a lively room
Waterfront views and a waterfront experience shape the setting, paired with a lively noise level. That makes the room better suited to social lunch or dinner than to a quiet, hushed meal.
Recognition Snapshot
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| South of Nick's Laguna Beach | Southern California Mexican | $$ | , | Laguna Beach |
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Energetic
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Waterfront
- Craft Cocktails
- Waterfront
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Lively and festive atmosphere with ocean views, large windows that open, and a boisterous energy.