K'ya

LAGUNA BEACH. This hotel restaurant's arched windows and doorways, sidewalk seating, and panache render it a huge hit with well-heeled locals. The menu's Mediterranean-Franco-Asian-inspired dishes earn approving nods from regional dining critics, tempting folks with dishes like grilled filet mignon tournedos and flash fried Thai calamari. You can also treat yourself to duck leg confit, spicy curry-grilled ahi, a grilled flat iron steak, and a handful of pastas. More interested in nibbling? An array of small plates is perfectly sized.