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A photo of KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel restaurant
1. KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
4.6
Exceptional(167)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 6 times today
Join Chef Sanjay’s culinary journey from New Delhi to Dana Point and enjoy a contemporary approach to Indian regional specialties that places creative artistry, quality of ingredients, and respect for authentic flavors and ingredients at the forefront of cooking. KAHANI, which means "story" in Hindi, is open from Tuesday through Saturday; 5-9 p.m.
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2. Coastal Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(4896)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 133 times today
Christina and Mike Grant, the owners of Coastal Kitchen, have created an experience that will delight and satisfy the most discerning guest. Fueled by their passion for food and a love of hospitality, the Grants have established Coastal Kitchen as the go-to spot in Dana Point. The menu is clean and fresh consisting of fish and steaks cut in house, great salads, freshly ground burgers and more. Coastal Kitchen has a full bar, patio with fire pits, and fresh coastal design. Our mission is to deliver a quality dining experience in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere with a consistency that will bring guests back again and again. We look forward to serving you.
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3. Salt Creek Grille Orange County
4.2
Awesome(322)
Price: Expensive
• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 79 times today
Nestled along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, Salt Creek Grille proudly returns to the Dana Point community under new ownership. Our newly remodeled interiors and stunning outdoor patio exude elegance and comfort for unparalleled ambiance, setting the perfect stage for savoring our enhanced menu that features a true, wood-fired American steakhouse with a California coastal twist.
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4. Truly Pizza
4.8
Exceptional(363)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 90 times today
Located in the heart of the Lantern District in Dana Point, Truly Pizza is an artisanal neighborhood pizzeria where friends and family can relax and enjoy the fellowship of sharing pizza - the world's greatest communal food. Our outdoor garden design, rooftop wine experience and nurturing service style promote a welcoming sense of community by offering friends and neighbors a casual dining environment filled with personal touch points every step of the way. *We are an outdoor restaurant with patio & rooftop dining only. We provide blankets and heaters for guests*Please note 20% gratuity is added for parties of 8 or larger.
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5. Harvest
4.7
Exceptional(2428)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Laguna Beach
Booked 31 times today
Our restaurant, bar and private dining room celebrate the storied history of California's organic farming, brewing, and oenology. Outdoor patio seating unveils stunning Aliso Canyon and golf course views. As an homage to the original homesteaders, fresh-made food and drink are a focus throughout your dining experience, with many ingredients harvested on property. What we don't grow here is thoughtfully sourced.Kyle St. John is the Executive Chef bringing his passion of farm-to-table cooking and fresh, locally-sourced cuisine. The menu changes with each season, integrating fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables grown and gathered from our own half-acre Harvest Farm. The new bar is a haven of sociability, featuring an innovative handcrafted cocktail menu, enticing wine list and 18 craft beers on tap—all for sipping along with earnest conversation.The Harvest team shares their masterfully creative and intensely local take on California coastal cuisine designed with food-lovers in mind.
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6. Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point
4.4
Awesome(6360)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 94 times today
Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.
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7. The Drake in Laguna
4.8
Exceptional(1471)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach
Booked 41 times today
We offer seating in 3 spaces,, including our Bar/Lounge, Dining Room/Chef’s Counter or Intimate fire-wall enclosed Patio. Due to space considerations, please contact us directly for larger tables of 6 or more guests.Live entertainment is performed nightly on the main stage in our Dining Room. Tables are by reservation only, for dinner. Hours of Music; Su/M/Tu, 5:30-9:30pm Wed/Thu 6-10pm Fr/Sa 6:30-10:30pm. All Tables in Main Room or Patio, Th/Fr/Sa, are subject to a $10 per person Live music charge, on top of dinner tab. Our dynamic musical line-up of Jazz, R&B, Soul & Contemporary artists, provides an interactive yet intimate experience, in an elegant yet relaxed setting.The Drake features New American cuisine prepared by Award Winning Chef team Paul & Nick Gstrein. Seasonal offerings encompass an ever-evolving menu of unique small plates, steaks, chops, fresh seafood & desserts. Our curated Wine & Spirits selections serve to enhance the dining experience.Meet us at The Drake!
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8. Bloom Restaurant + Bar
4.8
Exceptional(815)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 48 times today
Orange County-based restaurateur Russ Bendel and partners are bringing a sister restaurant to his thriving wine country concepts to the San Juan Capistrano dining scene.Bloom is an all-encompassing dining experience, featuring craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beer selections. Located directly across from the Mission of San Juan on the corner of Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano. Check out our website for more information: www.BloomSanJuanCapistrano.comDon't forget to follow us on instagram to stay up to date about Bloom: BloomRestaurantAndBar
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9. Lantern’s Edge
4.5
Awesome(380)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 15 times today
The Restaurant at Laguna Cliffs is perfect for a date night. With a focus on steak and fresh-caught seafood, it offers an elevated dining experience. The reviews rave about the 'amazing ambiance', 'terrific service', and 'great food'. One reviewer mentioned it being a 'great setting' for a special celebration, like an anniversary or birthday. The restaurant's elegant remodel, beautiful location, and top-notch service add to its charm.
A photo of CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point restaurant
10. CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point
4.7
Exceptional(1487)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 35 times today
At Craft House Restaurant we focus on serving the freshest local ingredients to our guests. From working with local fishermen in the Dana Point Harbor to sourcing ingredients from the local farmer's markets. At Craft House we pride ourselves on having one of the best American whiskey selection in South Orange County. From you daily drinking whiskey to the one's you've spend your life trying to taste (all of the Pappy van Winkle collection).
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  • Ram
    Alabama •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Fabulous experience. Service was amazing. Food was excellent and the presentation was delectable. Plenty of sumptuous choices on the menu. We had warm pakoras topped with whipped yoghurt for an appetizer. Delicious! For the main course, we had the curry sampler with Afghani Chicken. Although it said served two, there was plenty for 4 seniors with leftovers to take home! Overall a wonderful dinner at a great location with great ambiance!! Would highly recommended it. Definitely pricey but well worth the extra touches.
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    KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna NiguelPrice: Expensive• Indian• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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    4.6
  • Melva
    Orange County •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    You have to try the Chart House for the holidays! Their special holiday menu offered many selections- there was something for everyone! I had the New York Strip steak medium rare and it was cooked to perfection. Others in our party had the Chilean sea bass with lobster risotto and raved about it! The service was excellent and well paced! Our experience at The Chart House made a great Christmas memory! And you can’t beat the view of the Dana Point Harbor! Merry Christmas everyone!
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    Chart House Restaurant - Dana PointPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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    4.4
  • Sharon
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were here Christmas Eve and the service was excellent. We enjoyed the bacon wrapped shrimp as an appetizer. The seabass was delicious and my husband and sons enjoyed the coffee crusted steak.
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    Salt Creek Grille Orange CountyPrice: Expensive• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
    •
    4.2
  • NANCYVIP
    Orange County •68 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Very happy I chose Coastal Kitchen to bring my son and his family for our Christmas celebration. They had never been here and raved about the food! Entrees ordered were the ahi salad, the ahi entree, pork chop (it was huge!), ribs, and my personal favorite, the salmon. All were delicious! And, of course, we had to order the key lime pie--better than Tommy Bahamas; the crust is amazing!
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    Coastal KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
    •
    4.8
  • Daniel
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Food is excellent as always. Truly pizza may truly have the best pizza in OC if not SoCal. Service is great. All the servers are so nice and accommodating. The price point is also fairly decent. Cocktails are good, and the ambience is very cozy.
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    Truly PizzaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
    •
    4.8

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