Eva's Caribbean Kitchen — Restaurant in Laguna Beach

First of all when I walked into Eva's I felt like family was cooking for me. The place has such a warm down to earth feeling & the aromas circulating in the air are delicious. I liked that Eva is actually there cooking, mingling & making her guest feel warm & comfortable. The service was FIRST CLASS and the food was delicious. I had the Jerk Salmon which comes with beans,rice, mixed shredded vegetable medley & a banana plankton. I also tried these appetizers egg plant, crab cakes, coconut shrimp & if you like spicy I HIGHLY recommend the spicy shrimp....ON FIRE...and I dare you :)That spice comes straight from the Caribbean because it's a spice like no other I've ever had. HOT but lots of flavor. This local spot is a gold mind if you like flavor, spice & good food. The wine & mixed fruit drinks made me feel like I was on vacation. I'm definitely going back, probably next week. Great food, great service, great energy & vibe...

I hesitate to write this because I love this place so much and enjoy the experience so much that I both want everyone to go here and yet, I fear that it will make it more difficult to get a table in the future. But how can I not write about Eva and this wonderful place. I have had the good fortune to travel the world through my work and eat all types of food in all kinds of places, but very few have the combination of amazing food, simple, but warm and inviting setting and the personal connection of Eva. My wife and I leave this place content, satiated and in a better place every time we go there. The food, Eva's recommendations, the pace, the rums, the atmosphere, it's all great. Just go and enjoy and please leave room for us

I only wish I could give a 6 on this 5 point scale. Thanks Eva and to your team. You guys...

Eva's is a must dine restaurant. The quality from the hostess, waitress, food, drinks and owner are beyond five star. The food is simply delicious. The experience is life lasting. I have recommended Eva's to every one I know who truly appreciates all aspects of superb dining. What a great experience. I recommend you try the fish stew. It is not your typical stew as you would think a stew to be. It a beautifully cook Australian roughy/flounder that is cover in a delicious sauce that will have your taste buds and spirit dancing. I asked Eva to add my favorite Caribbean dish of Curry Goat to the menu, she said she would consider it. Eva's is truly authentic. Eva, herself is...