Restaurants near East Basin

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1. Wind & Sea Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1863)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 25 times today

The Wind & Sea Restaurant is located on the water in the Dana Point Harbor. With water on three sides, every table has a spectacular view. We serve fresh fish selections daily as well as Lobster tail, shrimp, steaks, and vegetarian dishes.Monday through Friday (not available Holidays and Special occasions) we have Hawaiian Happy Hour from 4:00 to 7:00 featuring our world famous Mai Tai's as well as draft beer, wine and food specials. Big screen TV's, keep the lounge exciting at all times. The waterfront open-air patio serves the full menu and is heated at night, perfect for an order of nachos and a margarita or a full dinner under the stars. Private banquet facilities accommodate 20 to 75.

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2. Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1494)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 17 times today

OPEN FOR DINING INDOORS AND ON OUR WATERFRONT OUTDOOR PATIO Join us dockside for dining with sweeping Harbor views; for a weekend breakfast, or lunch/dinner daily... in the evenings we have patio heaters to keep you warm!Harpoon Henrys Seafood Restaurant is proud to offer a spectacular waterfront view, fresh seafood, and the latest in California Beach Cuisine. We offer our guests harbor views from our dining room and our outdoor waterfront patio. For 46 years, we have provided the best in service, ambiance, and cuisine. We have been winners of awards from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association”, a finalist for Dining Excellence from both the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the County of Orange, and our wine list has been awarded a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.”

3. Truly Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(379)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 98 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.

4. Coastal Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(4914)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 99 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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5. Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point

4.4

Awesome(6389)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 71 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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6. Luciana's Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(3419)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 43 times today

Located in a historical home in the resort town of Dana Point, California, Luciana's Ristorante has been serving the Orange County community for over 40 years. The decor is reminiscent of a cozy European-style inn, establishing it as one of Orange County's most romantic restaurants. Awarded the Southern California Restaurant Writers gold medal since 1996, three stars from the California Restaurant Writers, Zagat's Survey "America’s 1,000 Top Italian Restaurants 2008" and an Award of Excellence for its wine list, Luciana's has been setting the standard for classic as well as innovative Italian cuisine. Whether visiting our cozy restaurant or our Bed and Breakfast and Cooking School in Tuscany, Italy, you are sure to experience the best and freshest combination of the old and new worlds.

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7. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.6

Exceptional(2482)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 26 times today

RAYA, a restaurant concept by Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin Coastal Cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and Chef Sandoval’s signature Latin flavors.

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8. CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

4.8

Exceptional(1494)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 37 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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9. Jack's Restaurant/Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1079)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 19 times today

Jack's Restaurant and Bar is an Italian restaurant located in Dana Point, California. The restaurant features a casual, family-friendly dining atmosphere and a full bar.Jack's Restaurant and Bar serves dinner seven days a week starting at 4pm. Jack's Restaurant and Bar offers a variety of Italian & Seafood Specialties, Free-Range Chicken, Roman Style Pizza, Vegan & Gluten-Free Menus, and Desserts. Private Dining Room available for groups up to 40. Catering Menus also available.

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10. Luxe Restaurant and Bar

4.9

Exceptional(619)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 16 times today

Luxe Restaurant & Martini Bar in Dana Point provides the perfect blended menu, featuring: seafood, steaks and classic Italian dishes. It has a large outdoor patio, rooms for private parties, and offers on and off-site catering.Please find our menus at: https://www.luxefinedining.com/

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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
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Such delicious pizza (we ordered 3 different kinds)! They were all so good! The design was really lovely, the service was great. We will definitely go again!
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Truly PizzaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great meal. We shared a great Caesar salad and the infamous double cut pork chop with fig glaze. Awesome!
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Coastal KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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David
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Chart House in Dana Point is always a wonderful dining experience. From the excellent service, to the delectable food, coupled with a fantastic view. It just doesn’t get any better than this. 5 Stars
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Chart House Restaurant - Dana PointPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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RichardVIP
Orange County •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Deliciously prepared seafood entrees (salmon and ono). Friendly, attentive service. Comfy, scenic ambiance. At fair prices.
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Wind & Sea RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
caden our server was the best prompt, courteous very attentive. Just a great service person.
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Harpoon Henry's Seafood RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.6

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1. Wind & Sea Restaurant

2. Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

3. Truly Pizza

4. Coastal Kitchen

5. Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point

6. Luciana's Ristorante

7. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

8. CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

9. Jack's Restaurant/Bar

10. Luxe Restaurant and Bar

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