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Station Craft Brewery + Kitchen
$$$$•Californian•4.9(236)Craft beer and food.
We take a craft approach to everything we do, and we have an overwhelming appreciation for all things Californian.
Station Craft Brewery and Kitchen, nestled in the vibrant Lantern District of Dana Point. We are the coolest spot in town, offering a unique experience that combines delicious craft beer with a coastal vibe. Voted the number one brewery in Dana Point, our eclectic menu and robust cocktails complete the perfect recipe for an unforgettable dining and drinking adventure.Truly Pizza - Dana Point
$$$$•Pizzeria•4.8(1,376)Located in the heart of the Lantern District in Dana Point, Truly Pizza is an artisanal neighborhood pizzeria where friends and family can relax and enjoy the fellowship of sharing pizza - the world's greatest communal food.
Our outdoor garden design, rooftop wine experience and nurturing service style promote a welcoming sense of community by offering friends and neighbors a casual dining environment filled with personal touch points every step of the way.
*We are an outdoor restaurant with patio & rooftop dining only. We provide blankets and heaters for guests*
Please note 20% gratuity is added for parties of 8 or larger.
Coastal Kitchen
$$$$•American•4.8(5,927)Christina and Mike Grant, the owners of Coastal Kitchen, have created an experience that will delight and satisfy the most discerning guest. Fueled by their passion for food and a love of hospitality, the Grants have established Coastal Kitchen as the go-to spot in Dana Point. The menu is clean and fresh consisting of fish and steaks cut in house, great salads, freshly ground burgers and more. Coastal Kitchen has a full bar, patio with fire pits, and fresh coastal design.
Our mission is to deliver a quality dining experience in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere with a consistency that will bring guests back again and again. We look forward to serving you.Bon Appetit
$$$$•French•4.7(170)Bon Appetit is more than a restaurant — it’s a flavorful experience rooted in family, hospitality, and community in the heart of Dana Point. As a family-owned establishment with generations of experience, including Citrus City Grille and Pandor Bakery, we’ve built our reputation on quality, consistency, and connection.
With Bon Appetit, we’ve brought that legacy to life with a fresh coastal vibe and a menu designed to delight. Meaning “enjoy your meal” in French, our name reflects our mission: creating moments worth savoring. Inspired by European tradition with a modern twist, we offer comfort food with a coastal California soul — vibrant salads, inventive small plates, hearty entrées, indulgent desserts, and a full bar featuring craft cocktails, local wines, and curated brews.
At Bon Appetit, every meal is a celebration of flavor, family, and togetherness. From our family to yours, welcome.
Luxe Restaurant and Bar
$$$$•Italian•4.8(779)Luxe Restaurant & Martini Bar in Dana Point provides the perfect blended menu, featuring: seafood, steaks and classic Italian dishes. It has a large outdoor patio, rooms for private parties, and offers on and off-site catering.
Please find our menus at: https://www.luxefinedining.com/RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
$$$$•Latin American•4.7(2,864)RAYA by Chef Richard Sandoval, showcases coastal Latin cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and signature Latin flavors.
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- LLeeOrange County •4 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe have attended Jacks Restaurant for many many many years and Jacks elevated his service and his food quality greatly. Although in the previous years, it was always very good but now it is outstanding and back to a tablecloth type of environment overall is just excellent.I’mMore infoJack's Restaurant/Bar$$$$• Italian• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.9
- RRose AnnOrange County •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent service! Delicious food! We had the thick crust pepperoni pizza. The pizza was very tasty, very fresh tasting!More infoTruly Pizza - Dana Point$$$$• Pizzeria• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.8
- CChristyGoldOrange County •7 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThe food was wonderful and the service was great. We always enjoy this restaurant.More infoBon Appetit$$$$• French• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.7
- CSCarrollSSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoWe are repeat visitors. The food is always delicious and fresh. It's my go-to restaurant for lobster rolls. The server was attentive and dressed as a lobster:-). It was Halloween! We will return.More infoHook & Anchor - Dana Point$$$$• Seafood• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.6
- SSallyChicago / Illinois •14 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 26, 2026Always a great time at Luxe. Superior food quality and flavor. We especially love the bruschetta for an app and the strawberry shortcake for dessert! Anything you choose from the entree section is delicious! They go above and beyond for wonderful service and if you go on Friday or Saturday nights, they have live music which is always a treat! Keep up the great work Luxe Martini Bar!More infoLuxe Restaurant and Bar$$$$• Italian• Dana Point / Monarch Beach•4.8
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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 (opens in a new tab), Bon Appetit (opens in a new tab) and Wind & Sea Restaurant (opens in a new tab)
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Dana Point / Monarch Beach are Truly Pizza - Dana Point (opens in a new tab), Coastal Kitchen (opens in a new tab) and RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel (opens in a new tab)
Bottomless brunch in Dana Point / Monarch Beach is available at Coastal Kitchen (opens in a new tab), Wind & Sea Restaurant (opens in a new tab) and RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel (opens in a new tab)
The most romantic restaurant in Dana Point / Monarch Beach is Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point (opens in a new tab)
Restaurants in Dana Point / Monarch Beach with a great view include Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point (opens in a new tab), Wind & Sea Restaurant (opens in a new tab) and RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel (opens in a new tab)
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