The Ranch at Laguna Beach’s Lost Pier Café Earns “Ocean Friendly Restaurant” Certification by the Surfrider Foundation

The Ranch at Laguna Beach is proud to announce its Lost Pier Café has been registered as an “Ocean Friendly Restaurant” by the Surfrider Foundation. This certification makes Lost Pier Café the second “Ocean Friendly Restaurant” at the Ranch at Laguna Beach, following the designation received by the property’s Harvest Restaurant in 2017.

As an Ocean Friendly Restaurant, Lost Pier Café meets stringent requirements set by the Surfrider Foundation, including banning the use of all single-use plastics, switching to paper straws, using biodegradable foodware for on/offsite dining, and implementing proper recycling practices. Staff working at the restaurant also ensure that additional energy and water conservation efforts are being executed daily.

As the stewards of an incredible natural landscape spanning from Aliso Canyon to Aliso Beach, The Ranch at Laguna Beach regularly implements new practices to ensure it is on the cutting edge of sustainability. Most recently, the property hosted a public beach clean-up at the site of Lost Pier Café and will continue do host regular clean-ups to strengthen their efforts and commitment to the preservation of Orange County’s iconic coastline.  

The Ranch at Laguna Beach’s Lost Pier Café is located on the sands of Aliso Beach in south Laguna Beach. The barefoot beach cafe is open Wednesday through Saturday from 8am to 8pm, and Sunday through Tuesday from 8am to 3pm. The restaurant also hosts Locals’ Nights on the first Wednesday of every month, inviting the community to come together over live music, light bites, beer, wine and s’mores roasted over portable fire pits.  The restaurant encourages guests to indulge in fresh, artistically curated bites from sunrise to sunset, with menus crafted by The Ranch at Laguna Beach’s Executive Chef Kyle St. John.  

The Surfrider Foundation is a nonprofit environmental organization driven by a network of coastal defenders who are devoted to the protection of our ocean, waves and beaches. What started as a group of surfers that came together to protect their local beaches from overdevelopment and pollution has grown over the past thirty years, into one of the most powerful coastal protection groups in the world. The Surfrider network has achieved more than 400 victories, representing coastal wins for beach access, coastal preservation, healthy beaches, ocean protection and clean water. The volunteer-led Surfrider network located in 35 states works daily on more than 100 active campaigns to protect our nation's ocean, waves and beaches. 

For more information on the Ocean Friendly Restaurant program through the Surfrider Foundation, please visit http://www.surfrider.org/programs/ocean-friendly-restaurants.  

For additional information on at Lost Pier Café The Ranch at Laguna Beach, please visit: www.theranchlb.com/eat/harvest  

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The Ranch at Laguna Beach is nestled in the majestic Aliso and Wood Canyons in the heart of Orange County. The iconic piece of land, where canyon and sea meet, has been re-envisioned and is now home to Southern California’s premier boutique coastal ranch resort. The Ranch at Laguna Beach is a perfect blend of the rich history of this storied canyon and the artistry that is Laguna Beach. Spread over 87 acres, The Ranch LB offers 97 guest rooms and suites reflecting the culture and rich history of this iconic beach community.  The resort also features the only golf course in Laguna Beach and a 3,000 square foot indoor/outdoor Sycamore Spa by Hudson.  Guests indulge in seasonally handcrafted, California comfort food and drink at HARVEST restaurant. Additionally, Ben’s Pantry, reminiscent of a treasured country bakery and cafe, offers upscale grab-and-go options for beach outings and homemade pastries. The resort also features land and beach pursuits including dolphin safaris, yoga, stargazing, sand volleyball and bocce ball courts, Junior Explorers Kid’s Program, and several distinctive corporate, social and event venues.  This authentic, refined retreat is the ideal getaway for guests seeking to capture the vibe of this unique beach locale.  The Ranch LB is also a member of National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World.