Restaurants in Dana Point
Best Restaurants
“Dropped in randomly and we were pleasantly surprised, every item was fresh you could taste, sauce in cavatelli dish was superb, the salsiccia pizza was really yummy and the avocado toast was solid, will definitely come back again”
“This is a stellar restaurant with a great family-owned vibe. Chef Rob is brilliant and the apps, entrees, and desserts are all exquisite. His creativity that he lets loose in his Flight Club events is unparalleled. They have extra-friendly staff and elite customer service. And the fine dining experience comes with a fair price and an amazing value. Check it out and meet the Chef, you won’t be disappointed.”
“Folks that work here gave random strangers with camera's Water. That was an amazingly refreshing thing to do! This is a business i would support any day! Thanks for your hospitality!”
“I recently had dinner at Bourbon Steak in the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, and it was excellent. The food was cooked to perfection, with every dish hitting the mark. Whether you're into steak or something else, the menu has great options, and everything I tried was spot on.
The service was top-notch, with staff who were friendly and really knew their stuff. Plus, the wine list is fantastic—there’s something for everyone and plenty of great pairings.
If you’re in the area or staying at the hotel, I highly recommend Bourbon Steak. It’s definitely worth a visit for a great meal and a great experience.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Finally a true and authentic Indian Fine restaurant..I was happily surprised to see and experience traditional Indian cuisine and flavors. CHEF ?? @Sanjay Rawat has done a great job in keeping the food a superb attraction. We had following and siper impressed by each and evey itme invkuding the mint chutney. Well done Chef.
Tuna Bhel
Chaat Pakora
RACK OF lamb CURRY sampler plate (which was a modern version of thali) a highlight for us..
Old Delhi Biryani..
Must go and I will be back.”
“Always enjoy staying at the Waldorf Astoria. Nice escape, great location, attentive staff. Perfect getaway.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Took my cousin and her son to Jack's this evening. We all had never been, and being beach town residents, we gave it a try. Orange Roughy for me with the spinach and mash, Rainbow trout and Ravioli for remaining dishes. All outstanding! One dessert (pictured) which tastes even better than it looks. Waiters were punctual and fantastic. A great dining experience. Recommended 5 stars.”
“Rafael the bartender was very gracious to surprise is with this delicious dessert for our anniversary. He made us a delicious liquor, coffe drink called Callejito yummy. The appetizers were tasty. We had the octopus in lentil curry sauce and the grilled artichoke. Very tasty. We will be back in 2 week.”
“I was immensely grateful to step into a stunning restaurant that exuded elegance, with an impeccable standard of service provided by the professional waitstaff. The warm welcome from the owner at Homeslice Dana Point was truly heartwarming, setting the tone for a memorable evening. As I perused the menu, I was pleasantly surprised by the affordability of the exquisite cuisine. Every bite felt like a culinary journey through Europe, and the ambiance was akin to a cozy evening abroad, with fellow diners basking in the joy of a Saturday night well spent.Thank you .Fahim Fazli”
Outdoor Dining
“Wonderful experience. Truly exceptional pizza! We had three different pizzas and all were unique and flavorful! The salad was really good as well. We sat outside in the gorgeous courtyard with plenty of heaters on as the fog rolled in from the ocean.”
“This restaurant is a hidden gem. The food is incredible, the service is amazing, and we love the live piano music. There are so many restaurants in the area to choose from, but we find ourselves always choosing Luxe.”
“We had a wonderful lunch at Monarch Bay Beach Club. The service was attentive and friendly, relaxing atmosphere with stunning views. The food was excellent. As hotel guests, we felt this was the perfect spot for brunch or lunch – ideal for soaking in the beautiful scenery and great weather.”
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“A soul warming food in the cold days!
The food was the familiar standard of Carmelita’s which was tasty no matter where
The service was excellent. The waiter was very knowledgeable about Mezcal and my table was gulping everything he recommended.
The ambiance was simple and almost like fast food join feel.
However, this branch has free parking as an art of the strip mall.”
Takeout Restaurants
“The service at Thai This is beyond compare, every employee there is friendly, helpful, and helps to create a great experience whether eating in to-go. We walked in to order to-go food and they seated us and brought us bottled water, again, service beyond compare. Now to the food, the Crispy Noodles (#1) are to die for...makes a great dessert. The Nutty Noodles chicken (#54) were great, and the Kiss Me Not garlic pork was so flavorful. They also included some tempura vegetables which were super yummy. So if you're looking for yummy food, at a great price, and with incredible service, Thai This should be your next dinner night out.”
“The service provided by the staff, from the front desk to valet parking and restaurant waiters, was exceptional, with a remarkable level of attentiveness.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Suchi chef Kevin made a beautiful artistic flower for my granddaughter -it was a beautifully cut flower made out of a cucumber to compliment her Suchi dish !
I appreciate the delicious Suchi and beautiful service !
Thank you Kevin for putting a smile on our faces !”
“Always enjoy staying at the Waldorf Astoria. Nice escape, great location, attentive staff. Perfect getaway.”
Cheap Eats
“I’ve never had a bad meal at the Craft House. Every single thing I’ve ordered was delicious. Kate & Nate are the very best and make dining there so fun!!! I could eat there every day!!!!”
“we visited from the UK & we had an amazing time. the food was great & the live band was brilliant. your staff were very friendly also”
“Always enjoy staying at the Waldorf Astoria. Nice escape, great location, attentive staff. Perfect getaway.”
“The service provided by the staff, from the front desk to valet parking and restaurant waiters, was exceptional, with a remarkable level of attentiveness.”
“You can see your pizza being made. The servers are very good, and the food is excellent. I was with a group and we had several different types of pizza, appetizers, and salads. My fave was the Vampire!! The zucchini chips were to die for!”