Ironwood Cellar. Craft. Cook. Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Ironwood Cellar. Craft. Cook., where the essence of New American cuisine takes center stage. Nestled in Laguna Hills, this vibrant seafood and cocktail bar invites you to indulge your palate in a relaxed yet trendy atmosphere.
The menu is a culinary adventure, showcasing fresh seafood dishes that highlight local ingredients, alongside craft cocktails designed to elevate your dining experience. You’ll find thoughtful vegan options alongside limited vegetarian fare, ensuring there's something for everyone.
With amenities such as outdoor seating, private dining, and a welcoming atmosphere for groups, Ironwood Cellar is perfect for casual dinners or lively celebrations. Enjoy the unique ambiance enhanced by heated outdoor seating and live entertainment for a night out that delights.
Whether stopping in for a quick bite, catering an event, or enjoying a lively happy hour, Ironwood Cellar promises memorable dishes and genuine hospitality.
SEASONAL MENU
Chefs Daily Starter Special
something new to try that our chef has created limited availability
House Made Spring Garlic English Pea Agnolotti
fresh goat cheese, toasted pistachios, mint brown butter
Signature Crispy Meyer Lemon Honey Duck Wings
Jareds creation tossed in chili and chives
Baked Skillet Of Mac And Cheese
five cheese blend, crispy chicken skin toppingadd bacon 4 add truffle 4
Fresh Buratta Alla Panna
marinated olive piquillo pepper tapenade, melted garlic,cherry tomatoes, grilled rustic bread
Warm Artisan Rosemary Focaccia Bread
whipped honey butter
Hand Cut Herb Fries
sea salt, cracked pepper, and garden herbs add romano pecorino and truffle 5
Cast Iron Roasted Brussels Sprouts
vermont maple syrup, riesling raisins, candied pecans
Buttermilk Fried Green Tomatoes
fresh burrata cheese, crispy serrano ham chicharrones, pickled onion, hazelnut romesco, oregano oil
Chefs Daily Bowl Of Soup
available by the cup or bowl
Starter Butter Lettuce Herbed Goat Cheese Salad
california almonds, baby heirloom tomatoes, champagnedijon vinaigrette
Petite Organic Baby Iceberg Lettuce Wedge
smokey blue cheese, applewood bacon, cherry tomato, pickled onion, sherrybuttermilk dressing
Grilled Jidori Chicken Wedge Salad
baby iceberg lettuce, smokey blue cheese, applewood bacon, cherry tomato, pickled onion, sherrybuttermilk dressing
Pan Roasted Canadian Salmon Salad
butter lettuce, herb goat cheese, california almonds, baby heirloom tomatoes, champagnedijon vinaigrette
Chefs Daily Meat Special
Chefs handpicked creation for the evening Limited availability
Chefs Daily Market Fresh Seafood
chefs personal selection of only the freshest seafoodlimited availability
Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut
sea salt roasted fingerling potatoes, frisee, cherry tomatoes,fava beans, toasted almonds, italian parsley butter
Crispy Jidori Chicken Schnitzel With Maitake Mushrooms
garden herb spaetzle, seasonal vegetables, meyer lemonherb emulsion
Pan Roasted Canadian Salmon
saffron pearl couscous, cauliflower, watercress, charred citrus coriander gastrique
45 Day Aged Bone In Ribeye Steak
garlic crushed red potatoes, delta asparagus,forest mushrooms, peppercorncognac reduction
Zinfandel Braised Napa Lamb Shank
kalamata olive tapenade potato puree, pickled onion, english cucumber saladmint yogurt
House Made Giant Meatball
blend of American wagyu beef, jidori chicken, duroc pork, homemade herb pappardelle, spicy pomodoro, ricotta salata
Farmers Market Vegetables House Made Herb Pappardelle Pasta
forest mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, fava beans, pecorino romano, parsley pesto, aged balsamic vinegar
Ironwood American Wagyu Beef Burger
smoked cheddar cheese, grilled sweet onions, house pickles,vine ripe tomato, secret sauce, butter lettuce,challah bun, house cut herb fries
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
House pickled, garlic dill aioli, sweet tangy coleslaw, ciabatta bun, hand cut herb fries
Warm Fromage Blanc Brownie
nutella ice cream, filbert praline
Bourbon Vanilla Bean Creme Brule
fresh local berries, lavender
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Crumble
apple strudel ice cream whiskey caramel
Seasonal Sorbet Selection
fresh berries
Espresso Martini
vodka, licor 43, irish cream, coffee liquor, espresso
Ginbo Slice
Gin, maraschino, lime, citrus thyme, grapefruit, blood orange bitters
Baby Blues
Vodka, orange liqueur, lemon, blueberries, cucumber
Snozzberry
Vodka, creme de mure, lime, fresh basil, ginger beer
Hot Oldiehawn
Vodka, elderflower liqueur, yuzu, lemon, lime, serrano
Dont Rye About It
Vanilla infused rye whiskey, aperol, sweet vermouth
Great Scott
Bourbon, aperol, cynar, lemon, orange, ginger beer
Nutmeg Rion
White Rum, dark rum, campari, lemon, chinese five spice, pineapple
Flaming Buffalo
Bourbon, lemon, serrano, orange, egg white
Lazy Days
Tequila, lime, jasmine, cilantro, lychee
Seasonal Mocktail
freshly squeezed and muddled fruit, juices and herbs from the garden
Chefs Cocktail
Chef mixologists daily feature created with only the best ingredients
Dry Dock
lemon, strawberry, basil, ginger, soda
Over And Out
lime, cucumber, mint, lychee, sprite
On The Wagon
lavender, lemon, yuzu, grapefruit, soda
BAR MENU
Summer Menu 22
House Made English Sweet Corn Agnolotti
fresh goat cheese, tajin roasted pepitas, cilantro, preserved lime brown butter
BBQ Kurobuta Pork Belly
sweet corn piquillo pepper succotash, napa cabbage coleslaw, honey mustard bbq sauce
Yellow Fin Tuna Heirloom Watermelon Crudo
english cucumber, cherry tomato, thai basil, charred lime vinaigrette
Signature Crispy Meyer Lemon Honey Duck Wings
Jareds creation tossed in chili and chives
Freshly Shucked Market Oysters On The Half Shell
cucumber tarragon mignonette, horseradish cocktail sauce
Baked Skillet Of Mac Cheese
five cheeses, crispy chicken skin toppingadd bacon 3 add truffle 3.5
Artisan Cheese Cured Meat Board
aged cheeses and cured meats, seasonal garnishes, marinated olives, mustards, grilled rustic bread
Hand Cut Herb Fries
sea salt, cracked pepper, and garden herbs add romano pecorino and truffle 5
Warm Artisan Rosemary Focaccia Bread
whipped honey butter
Roasted Organic Romanesco Cauliflower
pickled riesling raisins, california almonds, aged parmesan, garlicanchovy emulsion, aged balsamic reduction
Starter Butter Lettuce Herbed Goat Cheese Salad
california almonds, baby heirloom tomatoes, champagnedijon vinaigrette
Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad
grilled california peaches, olive oil croutons, ricotta salata, sweet basil pesto
Chefs Daily Bowl Of Soup
seasonally inspired and made from scratch
Chefs Nightly Special Selection
Chefs handpicked creation for the evening Limited availability
Wild Caught Chilean Seabass
sea salt roasted fingerling potatoes, baby belgian endive, fava beans, toasted pistachios, preserved lemon butter
Crispy Jidori Chicken Schnitzel With Maitake Mushrooms
garden herb spaetzle, seasonal vegetables, meyer lemonherb emulsion
Pan Roasted Canadian Salmon
saffron pearl couscous, cauliflower, watercress, charred citrus coriander gastrique
45 Day Aged Bone In Ribeye Steak
smoked blue cheese mashed potatoes, rapini, smoked tomato choron sauce
Zinfandel Braised Napa Lamb Shank
kalamata olive tapenade potato puree, pickled onion, english cucumber saladmint yogurt
House Made Giant Meatball
blend of American wagyu beef, jidori chicken, duroc pork, homemade herb pappardelle, spicy pomodoro, ricotta salata
Ironwood American Wagyu Beef Burger
smoked cheddar cheese, grilled sweet onions, house pickles,vine ripe tomato, secret sauce, butter lettuce,challah bun, house cut herb fries
Heirloom Vegetable Casarecce Pasta
forest mushrooms, blistered tomato, toasted pistachio pesto, romano pecorino, saba glaze
Espresso Martini
vodka, licor 43, irish cream, coffee liquor, espresso
Warm Fromage Blanc Brownie
nutella ice cream, filbert praline
Lime Tahitian Vanilla Creme Brulee
fresh local berries and lavender
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Crumble
apple strudel ice cream whiskey caramel
Seasonal Sorbet Selection
fresh berries