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Jack's Restaurant/Bar
$$$$•Italian•4.9(1,296)Dana Point's neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1997, minutes from Dana Point Harbor. Try our famous Eggplant Parmesan, plus seafood, free-range chicken, Roman-style pizza, house desserts, and vegan and gluten-free options.
Casual and family-friendly with a full bar, patio, and a wine list featuring Napa Cabernets, Barolo, and Brunello. Perfect for date night, birthdays, and celebrations. Dinner nightly from 4 PM.
Viva Italia Tuesdays, $26: Three courses—salad, select entrée, and Tiramisu. Add a select bottle of wine for $20.
Happy Hour 4–6 PM Daily: Bar and patio, walk-in only.
Private dining for up to 40, plus catering and party platters to go.
Join our newsletter on our website for the latest promotions.CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.8(1,675)At Craft House Restaurant we focus on serving the freshest local ingredients to our guests. From working with local fishermen in the Dana Point Harbor to sourcing ingredients from the local farmer's markets.
At Craft House we pride ourselves on having one of the best American whiskey selection in South Orange County. From you daily drinking whiskey to the one's you've spend your life trying to taste (all of the Pappy van Winkle collection).
Coastal Kitchen
$$$$•American•4.8(5,917)Christina and Mike Grant, the owners of Coastal Kitchen, have created an experience that will delight and satisfy the most discerning guest. Fueled by their passion for food and a love of hospitality, the Grants have established Coastal Kitchen as the go-to spot in Dana Point. The menu is clean and fresh consisting of fish and steaks cut in house, great salads, freshly ground burgers and more. Coastal Kitchen has a full bar, patio with fire pits, and fresh coastal design.
Our mission is to deliver a quality dining experience in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere with a consistency that will bring guests back again and again. We look forward to serving you.Truly Pizza - Dana Point
$$$$•Pizzeria•4.8(1,361)Located in the heart of the Lantern District in Dana Point, Truly Pizza is an artisanal neighborhood pizzeria where friends and family can relax and enjoy the fellowship of sharing pizza - the world's greatest communal food.
Our outdoor garden design, rooftop wine experience and nurturing service style promote a welcoming sense of community by offering friends and neighbors a casual dining environment filled with personal touch points every step of the way.
*We are an outdoor restaurant with patio & rooftop dining only. We provide blankets and heaters for guests*
Please note 20% gratuity is added for parties of 8 or larger.
Casanova Ristorante
$$$$•Italian•4.8(100)At Casanova, we keep things simple—great Italian food, fresh ingredients, and a warm, welcoming vibe. Our Eggplant Parmigiana has a loyal following, our pastas are paired with rich, flavorful sauces, and our seafood dishes bring the flavors of the coast to your plate. The bar is stocked with classic cocktails, and our extensive wine list makes pairing easy. Whether you're here for a laid-back dinner or a night out with friends, the cozy atmosphere—inside or out—makes every meal feel like home.
We proudly use high quality ingredients including organic tomatoes, antibiotic-free chicken, free-range eggs, extra virgin olive oil, artisanal bread, hand-grated cheese, our house-made pizza dough, and stocks made in house.
Happy Hour Daily from 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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Ciao!RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
$$$$•Latin American•4.8(2,856)RAYA by Chef Richard Sandoval, showcases coastal Latin cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and signature Latin flavors.
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- CCarmenGoldCleveland / Akron / Canton •49 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoFabulous food ..excellent service and wonderful experience….More infoJack's Restaurant/Bar$$$$• Italian• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.9
- MmatthewPhiladelphia County •1 review4.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent service, very fresh and good seafood. Cioppino was off the charts. Sommelier picked an excellent Napa red. Great time.More infoHook & Anchor - Dana Point$$$$• Seafood• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.6
- MMichaelGoldOrange County •22 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat food and service!More infoTruly Pizza - Dana Point$$$$• Pizzeria• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.8
- AAlanGoldOrange County •7 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoFood Service Atmosphere All fantastic and will returnMore infoLuxe Restaurant and Bar$$$$• Italian• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.8
- MmikeChicago / Illinois •5 reviews5.0Dined on 13 Oct 2026New favorite place! Service was excellent- setting beautiful - food wonderful in both presentation and taste! Moderately priced menu. We stopped for wine and appetizers ( goat cheese fondue) and returned for dinner a few days later ( branzino and poulet roulette) highly recommend!More infoBon Appetit$$$$• French• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.7
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Few places in the United States have views like Southern California, and Dana Point is one of the most impressive among them. The beautiful weather and the open ocean waves draw some of the most exciting people and the most innovative chefs to the area. Pacific Coast seafood is beyond compare in this area, and many places serve it simply and with a straightforward approach. Just add salt, oil and lemon, and the ocean will flavor the rest. The morning catch is that day's lunch. Another great product of the California coast is the fantastic produce that is fresh and the choice of the season. While the wonderful ocean views draw your eyes, let the taste of the Pacific draw your stomach.
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Healthy restaurants located in Dana Point / Monarch Beach include Coastal Kitchen, Bon Appetit and Wind & Sea Restaurant
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Dana Point / Monarch Beach are Truly Pizza - Dana Point, Coastal Kitchen and RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Bottomless brunch in Dana Point / Monarch Beach is available at Wind & Sea Restaurant, Coastal Kitchen and Bon Appetit
The most romantic restaurant in Dana Point / Monarch Beach is Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point
Restaurants in Dana Point / Monarch Beach with a great view include Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point, Wind & Sea Restaurant and RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
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