Maro Wood Grill

Maro was a nice eating experience, good service and ambience was romantic. But the $6 tiny empanada? Everything else was great but not the value for the tiny empanada. I do recommend the chicken parm and the grilled salad. Delicious both! Please be generous and make the empanadas a decent size :)

This place is considered an Argentine restaurant. Using Mesquite wood to grill. But the food and Chimmichuri sauce leave a lot to be desired. And no table side bread?? What kind of "Argentine" spot is this. Decent ambiance. The lunch server is also the chef. He is Italian - his words. Not the owner. Service is Not warm/welcoming. (2.5/5). The appetizers: 1) Edamame - wood grilled (4.6/5) - tasty; had a grilled flavor. 2) Argentine Chorizo/Sausage - Bell Peppers and onions. While tasty, we expected a grilled sausage. Not sliced sausage mixed with bell peppers 'n onions. (4/5). The main Dishes: 1) Skirt Steak - Mesquite grilled hand cut Skirt steak, topped with chimichurri and served with mixed roasted veggies and potatoes - a bit over-cooked; good taste. The bad - a few cuts of potatoes, a pieces of broccoli and overcooked carrots, decent taste; but the small amount is surprising considering the price. (3.8/5). 2) Maro's Hand Cut Steak - Hand-cut Ribeye CAP steak, served with chimichurri and mixed roasted vegetables and potatoes. Good grilled tasty but not as tender I had hoped. The bad: same issue; small amount of veggies. Too stingy!Drinks: 2 beers and one glass of Cabernet. (5/5). My mother had a lot of stomach pain from eating the food. A lot of be desired for paying $260. If you're in LA - Check out Carlitos Gardel Argentine, it's way better in every capacity, from the service to the food. I don't recommend this place.

Our first dining experience here and I must say that it was different. As we entered, we found Alex (owner, chef ?) who seated us and took our drink orders as well as our menu items. Food was delish, but lacking in friendliness as they did not care if we returned or not.

This is our favorite hidden gem in Laguna Beach and we love Alex who is so adorable! He has tons of personality!! The veggies are amazing too and they put everything on the grill including steak and fish and chicken. I highly recommend the okra and grilled artichoke!!

Second time here and it was outstanding both times! Love that it's organic and lots of variation in their dishes.

The food was delicious. The owner is very friendly and helpful. The inside is nice and cozy with string lights on the walls and wood background.I enjoyed the lamb chops. Also had empanadas to go. The beef empanadas are great and very flavorful.

The Greek meaning of Maro - " the hero of sweet wine" This is such a delightful little Mediterranean bistro in Laguna Beach . It's such a romantic, beautifully lit little gem. ( it really gives you all the feels.) We enjoyed their handmade mushroom empanada , the most delicious Shishido peppers with fresh ginger ... the fresh and delicious pear salad, and a ribeye steak with potatoes and zucchini's. With a chimichurri sauce that was outstanding! We made a reservation at 5:30. We were the first couple to be seated and believe me by 630. The place was packed , people with reservations were waiting for a table.. folks love this restaurant they love coming in here. They have a very nice wine list as well( the corkage fee is $25 ) the owners are so accommodating and attentive .Absolutely dog friendly... This could be one of my favorite little dining spots . Thank you, Maro.

Lived in Laguna Beach for a year and just trying Maro. It was delicious. Great, fresh farm to table food. Interesting combinations and delicious too. Wine menu is varied and service is exceptional. Misto salad was fresh and tasty and the artichoke was tender and delicious. Such a great find in Laguna! A must try for all. It's our new go to restaurant.

Can't say enough about this place. Great food, great service. Highly recommend the gaucho bread, empenadas, grilled zucchini, and (of course) the skirt steak.

Hadn't been here since pre-covid & during covid (ordering take out) I use to love their burger. I ordered the burger and was HUGELY disappointed. It was either fake meat or so seasoned much you could not tell it was meat. The color of the meat was not even "meat" color. It was NOTHING like it was.