The LAB Collaborative

With a laid-back vibe that perfectly complemented the laid-back beach setting. One of the highlights of the meal was the chicken BBQ flatbread. It was simply delicious, with a perfect balance of tangy barbecue sauce, tender chicken, and a crispy yet chewy flatbread crust. I also tried the spam and pork sandwich, which was decent overall. However, the strong flavors of mustard and pickles somewhat overpowered the delicate taste of the meats, leaving the sandwich feeling a bit unbalanced. While it wasn't a standout dish for me. Next up was the burger, which I found to be a classic, no-frills option. It was a well-prepared, satisfying burger, but it didn't necessarily stand out among the other offerings. However, if you're in the mood for a straightforward, traditional burger, this would definitely hit the spot. The tater tots were a real winner, though. They were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making for an addictive snack or side dish. On the other hand, the fries were also delicious, with a standout seasoning that elevated the humble potato to a whole new level. The seasoning was so good that it truly made the fries a memorable part of the meal. As for the service, I found it to be quite good. The staff was friendly and attentive, and they made sure that our dining experience was enjoyable throughout.

They price and attempt to serve places as if they are in OC. Get realistic you're not. Food was cold. The burger COULD'VE been good had it been cooked correctly or had any actual BBQ sauce on it. The fries were cold. Just very interesting for a Friday night to have over half the outdoor seating closed. The lights inside are too bright and they need acoustic sound panels to help absorb the noise. It's very loud inside. Limited menu and in my honest opinion over priced. 100% would advise anyone to go to LTH over this place. This place offers better seating but only for drinks outside during the summer maybe.

I came here with a friend who's been here before and has a varied experience. This time our experience was good overall. I recommend sitting at the bar if you are a small group as we initially sat at a table and service was slower there. For two fairly small girls, we ordered a lot of food and drinks. We started with the Mexican Mule and the Lilikoi Mojito. I didn't like the Mule because it was more cranberry and chili than ginger beer and vodka. In hindsight, I should've stuck to my Moscow Mule. My friend's Mojito was good but very passion fruit heavy. For appetizers, we ordered the Cauliflower with Agave Ponzu Sauce and the Pretzel and Sausage Plate. I loved both. I am obsessed with cauliflower so I am a little more biased towards that dish. It was tart, spicy, soft, fried and delicious. The leeks on the plate were delicious. The Sausage and onions in the Pretzel plate were top class. I'm not a big fan of Pretzels but my friend enjoyed it a lot. The sauces that came with the Pretzel plate were delicious. I highly recommend getting both. The portions are huge so we only managed to finish one app and my friend took the leftovers from the other one home. For the mains (because we over ordered), we got the jerk chicken sandwich and the birria sandwich to share. Jerk chicken came with tots and the Birria came with salad. Between the two, the Birria won hands down. The shredded beef with peppers onions and cheese with the spicy side sauce was mouthwatering. The hoagie was soft and perfect. On the other hand, I expect jerk chicken to burst with flavor and take me back to the Caribbean. I expect vibrant colors, a flowing gravy, just a lot of abundance. This sandwich was not that. It did not have the color and vibrancy. On taste, it was definitely bland with no hard hitting flavors. The chicken itself was good but it could've been called a grilled chicken sandwich, which felt more apt. We ended the meal with two more drinks, this time from their Mixologist menu. I got the Summer Rehab with vodka (the original has gin). My friend got the Oaxacan Sunset. These drinks were delicious and exactly what we wanted. We spent almost 5 hours at the restaurant and nobody kicked us out. All in all, the experience was good and we will be back.