Best Tacos in Dana Point

20 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Lupe's Mexican Eatery
Lupe's Mexican Eatery
91/100 (4002 ratings)
Quick Bites
Southwestern
Fast Food
Fast food
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Latin
Vegan Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Burrito
Tortillas
Shrimp
Fish
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Surf And Turf
Mexican
Fast food
Latin
Spanish
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"There was about a 35 minute wait from our order time but there's cold beer,tv's and the food was definitely worth the wait! From the cashiers to the..."
Ashley Clark
"Loved the steak quesadilla. I could eat here everyday for the rest of my life. Definitely recommend this..."
Cindy Fielding-Cox
"Yum yum yum Yum. Amazing food... inexpensive, fast, nice people. I highly..."
Shannon Wood
"LOVE this place! It is our go to spot and we sometimes eat here twice a week. All of their food is exceptional! Amazing homemade tortillas, shrimp..."
Heather Marie Mostert
"There's not a bad item on the menu! Their "hipster" sodas are kinda lame, and rarely can you find a place to sit, but the deliciousness of the food..."
Donny Whitbeck
"Best Mexican food in town!! I've been there for breakfast and dinner, they never..."
Tro Renteria
"The El Pastor burrito is to die for! Everything on the menu is really good and delicious. Always nice to come her for a beer every once in a while..."
Stela Ubence
"My brother and I ordered the AL Pastor tacos and the California burrito...WAY too much food but hot damn was ir delicious! Definitely coming back for..."
Noell Ahern
"Best tacos in Orange County! Loved the high quality ingredients and variety on their menu. It's a must..."
Jessica Kays Towery
"Amazing food. Fresh and tons of toppings. Tacos and soup were so..."
Amy Benson
"Wow. Best fish tacos ever. Try the El Pastor. Nothing like..."
Chris Dolnack
"Delicious tacos, great prices, excellent service and although a little tight on space the ambience is fun and laid back. Will definitely be going..."
Melissa Martinez
"Loved it , awesome tacos , burritos and great breakfast!! Definitely a must go..."
Tim Laible
"Fantastic food, very inexpensive!! We LOVED..."
Kim Roenfeldt
"BEST tacos I've ever had in my life. Perfect fusion of gourmet & street tacos. DELISH..."
Amy Lynn Carver
"Great place for burrito or salad bowl. Their food are a bit pricey but delicious and tasty. They have a lot of meat and seafood options for your..."
pett beleno
"I've never had anything that I did not like here. I usually have the shrimp bowl hut since it was a Tuesady, I decided to eat some tacos. I got the..."
Ray Lindsay
"Very, very pricey...five stars for unlimited horchata and salsa bar. Limited seating, but I think they own the place next door as well. I'm sure if..."
grace right
"Great food, fast service and atmosphere was relaxing. Food arrived quickly and overall delicious. They have various items to choose from, even..."
Dying Rose
"Whoa, dudes, let me lay it down about Lupe’s grub. First off, those stoner fries? parfait! It’s like a righteous party in your mouth, you know?..."
Krad R
"Really good burritos and tortilla chips that came with my order. They're in the pricier side but with reason as the burritos are pretty hefty. Worth..."
Ron Deo
"Man!!! After reading so many great reviews we just HAD TO TRY them out!! 100% NOT DISAPPOINTED. Though the cashier seemed rather nonplussed to take..."
Phillip Skye
"You cannot miss this Mexico restaurant when you visit Dana Point. I like the food here and the prices are reasonable. We ordered two dishes which..."
ZHEN YUAN
"Came for happy hour. It's 2pm to 5pm. Drink and food specials. I had a cocktail ($2 off) and a fish taco fried. It was HUGE and delicious. Great..."
Stuart M.
"Lupe’s has my favorite tacos in SoCal. I’ve been high on The Taco Stand and for good reason, but these are simply better. At both places the..."
Cory Edwards
"Great big tacos! $1 off on taco Tuesday’s. Bar Next-door serves their..."
MARCELLA SEIDENSTICKER
"The grilled chicken taco is good, the carnitas are great. But wow, the al pastor taco is really delicious! Such tasty pork on what seems to be..."
Steph Couvrette
"Food was great. I ordered the Lupe’s N’ Cali. Service was quick and all our meals were fresh and hit right off the grill! Burritos are a little..."
Korbyn Sorensen
"Best Mexican spot hands down. Get the Birria burrito, lupes n cali, and carne asada fries. Taco Tuesday is also offered..."
Faris
"Best burritos in South Orange County! Homemade tortillas. The size of the burritos are unbelievable. Packed always so order well in advance to avoid..."
Tim Berryman
"Ordered the Stoner Fries, Surf and Turf Chips, and the Coconut Mezcal Margarita. Everything was AMAZING and I wish I lived in Dana Point so that I..."
Mary Barnett
"I been wanting to try Lupe's for years. Finally, I got in to try their tacos. The carne asada tacos are really tasty nice and grilled. The Al pastor..."
Rudy Ornelas
"This place is really cool All the staff are very helpful and their food are awesome!... Dine-in available as well as outside sitting, Parking is just..."
Stan Dela Cruz
Raya
Raya
90/100 (834 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Scallops
Burrito
Duck
Eggs Benedict
Oyster
Toasts
Risotto
Burger
Omelette
Mussels
Ceviche
Tuna
Salmon
Lamb
Shrimp
Fish
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Lobster
Cod
Swordfish
Salad
Halibut
Crab
Sit down
American
Seafood
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Waterfront
Reservations
Beach
Validated Parking
Seating
Valet Parking
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Fine Dining
"I’ve been here several times, every time was fantastic! At this time I had a family time for the early Christmas and my anniversary celebrations,..."
Michelle P.
"I celebrated a special occasion at RAYA. The restaurant is small, alongside a hallway in the Ritz. We parked across the street at the cheaper public..."
Andrew
"Raya in the Ritz Carlton is incredible. We came here on a busy Friday night with reservations at 8:15 but were able to get seated at 7:30. The staff..."
Logan Lacher
"I loved the interior, view, food and service! For entrees we had a Lobster & Crab Enchilada and Mole Verde and we liked it a lot. Also I enjoyed my..."
Svitlana Selska
"The food is outstanding! A fine touch of Mediterranean-Latin cuisine made our evening and experience unique to the palate! The marvelous sunset..."
Antonio Vargas (VagabondDragons)
"STUNNING views of the ocean, surfers, sunset, beach WOW! Food was hot and delicious. This is THE PLACE to enjoy a meal in Dana..."
Marianne Ferroni
"The food could have been better considering the prices but the service is top notch and servers were polite and very good at their jobs. The food..."
Ian
"While staying at the Ritz Carlton we had the pleasure of dining at Raya. This is a great restaurant with an amazing ocean view. We were seated at a..."
Ultimate Foodie
"Something quite noble about the Ritz Carlton. Had breakfast there so many times. Usually I’m early enough to beat the late risers and get a seat..."
Cornel Hunter
"We were staying at the Ritz Carlton and had dinner one evening. We did have to make a reservation as it was very busy. The window views are really..."
Amanda Edgar
"First of all, the hostess was amazing and got us in even though I did not have a reservation. Within a minute of us sitting down our server was..."
Bruce Clements
"A "good" restaurant with a "great" view. Service: Everyone was friendly and professional. No major issues with the service. Sarah and Fatima were..."
PJ Bakhtiar
"They take walk ins (waitlisted via OpenTable) and reservations. Bar seating is first come, first serve. Free parking is down the block but we heard..."
Appique P
"My father and I decided to end our trip here at the Raya; this was a decision we did not regret. From Maria at the front, Larry who escorted us to..."
Vanessa Tyler
"Great meal and service. Really happy to see that there are places that can match the quality with their ambience. You should not expect a cheap..."
Dmitry Barinov
"Expansive Views, Excellent Drinks and Service: This is great spot to stop and check out the beach view and decor alone. Upon walking in, I instantly..."
Rebecca G
Coastal Kitchen
Coastal Kitchen
88/100 (1961 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Tuna
Salmon
Cheeseburger
Crab Cake
Burger
Chowder
Tapas
Tacos
Halibut
Ribs
Salad
Clam Chowder
Cioppino
Tuna Melt
Ceviche
Cakes
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Bar
American
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The place has a very cool vibe, and the food was outstanding! I highly recommend the fig-glazed bone in pork chop and rotisserie chicken, as well as..."
Gypsy Runner
"I love this place ! The food is amazing the staff is very friendly and they have an outside patio where you can bring your dog. Try the baby back..."
Julie Dart
"This place has an amazing vibe, the sliding glass window/doors creates a true beach breeze and so much natural lighting. The house rolls come out..."
Daniel Kimbley
"We enjoyed a fabulous dinner. Loved sitting outside under the beautiful blue umbrella. Service was outstanding, many clever menu options. We’ll be..."
Kathleen Anne Cosgrove Callahan
"Seriously... Coastal Kitchen is the best thing going on in Dana Point! The staff and food are wonderful! This has become our default place to..."
Edward Apffel
"Great place. Great food. Fresh. Delicious. Our server was on top of things. Enjoyed it very..."
Taraneh Hatefi
"This place is ridiculous! Its so charming and "beachy". Alex, the bartender is awesome, and the trout dip is to die for! Be there again next..."
Kalin Hatfield
"Service was excellent, comfortable atmosphere, and the food was delicious! Definitely coming back. Beautiful place to enjoy a great meal and watch..."
Alicia Bell
"My bf and I went yesterday for a Thanksgiving Day early dinner. The food was fantastic, the martinis amazing, the Motown music ,loved it and the..."
Andrea Thorsen Smith
"Incredible food and excellent service - can't recommend this spot..."
Pam Apffel
"New favorite restaurant. ..the filet was melt in your mouth..and those homemade rolls..yummm..did a great job converting this place in a beautiful..."
Ann Dobbs Simmons
"My husband and I came here for my birthday and absolutely loved every bite! Each dish was flavorful but not overpowering. The sautéed clams and..."
Cya Nelson Drew
"Great food and great service! Crazy D is a delightful server and made our dining experience..."
Ruth Aflalo Mattes
"Hands down the best food in Dana Point! The Halibut was amazing and the rotisserie chicken was the best we've had anywhere! The butter cake topped..."
Mark McCorkel
"Coastal Kitchen in Dana Point triumphantly merges modern aesthetics with culinary brilliance. A welcoming ambiance is instantly noticeable,..."
Rupert Harvey
"We had lunch today and was really nice. Place is cute, service was pleasant, and dishes were delicious. My daughters shared and spinach and artichoke..."
Maria Lares
"Just dined at a local gem 💎 @coastalkitchendanapoint and it was amazing! The spinach and kale dip was great, the starter salad was hearty and the..."
Dr. Neferiatiti Holt
"Beautiful little restaurant, excellent service from our server (who said it was only her first week!) And tasty food and drinks. Surprisingly, my..."
Michael Garcia
"We happened upon this restaurant and were blown away. Food is delicious, service fantastic and what a view! Seafood taquitos, crab sand which and..."
Amber Smith
"We visited twice during our stay in Dana Point. The food was excellent both visits. We enjoyed the porch chop, chicken, crab cake, and other..."
Court Humphrey
"Beautiful design, friendly staff and an average food. Kale and spinach dip was really good, highly..."
Sahar Meshksar
"Halibut and the seared ahi tuna were both excellent. Tried the Jalapeño margarita for the first time here and it’s my new favorite. This is my..."
Adam Callino
"I called to make a reso and it was who Madison answered the phone. I told her that I wanted to do a special bday dinner for my boyfriend. Just the..."
Courtney Barnes
180blu At The Ritz-carlton
180blu At The Ritz-carlton
85/100 (633 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
American
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Drinks
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Sandwiches
Swordfish
Nachos
Burger
Fish
Grilled cheese
Lobster
Salad
Sit down
American
Bar
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Waterfront
Validated Parking
Valet Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"Table for one this time. But an overall nice experience. Started at the bar for a brief wait. Then seated quickly for my 7:30 reservation and a very..."
Cornel Hunter
"One of my fav place in Dana Point on a bluff of the ocean where we were married. Most beautiful scenic view of the beach and..."
Julie
"Scenic date spot for a Friday night. The best part about this place is the views. Stunning view of the Pacific Ocean, Salt Creek Beach, and grounds..."
Corina Lange
"Amazing views of the Pacific Ocean, if you are patient and lucky, you may see dolphins near the beach. Astonishing sunsets and most of all, the..."
Antonio Vargas (VagabondDragons)
"A little windy but beautiful ocean views. Open seating with a limited menu. Currently $10 to park at valet with no self-parking option. Great for..."
Trevor Burgan
"We came here to spend the $300 Marriott credit card annual bonus👍 There’s a beach parking down the hill (~3min walk) that only costs $1/hour...."
Winnie Huang
"Tis place was absolutely magical. The view. Wow! The food was extraordinary and they also had live music. Rose was our server, and she was..."
America Geenens
"I love the service. I loved my kids hamburger & fries. I loved the strawberry churros, they were very fresh & so..."
Lynn Maui
"뷰도 너무좋고 음식도 맛있었어요. Our server Allie was so attentive and kind to our party. She deserves a round of..."
박상우
"Absolutely amazing!! Gorgeous views, delicious food, and friendly staff. I highly recommend visiting even if you aren't staying in the hotel. The..."
ATLAS
The Point Restaurant And Bar
The Point Restaurant And Bar
84/100 (712 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Pub
American
American
Bar
Pub
Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Burger
Salad
Wings
Tapas
Tacos
Ribs
Fish
Sit down
Bar
Pub
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The Ahi bowl was 5 stars and amazing. Great place to watch football at a fun Dana Point bar that’s on the higher end. Beautiful ocean views and..."
Peter
"Excellent place for any time of the day, service is superb and food is amazing delicious, weekend is great with live music, for sure this place is a..."
S Toruno T
"Came here in 2021 on a family trip, then came back this week in 2023 for the honeymoon. I seriously recommend the fish and chips or point burger...."
Erick P
"Greatest place ever. Never disappoints, customer service is great, the environment and vibes are amazing 😍. This place is awesome and will always..."
Michael Serrano
"It’s mostly a bar but the food was surprisingly good. Service was a bit slow but..."
MARCELLA SEIDENSTICKER
"Perfect place to catch a game and a bite to eat. Sliders and fries hit the spot. Staff welcoming and accommodating. Didn't have a chance to catch the..."
Connie Mazella
"Sports bar/restaurant nice friendly fast service. Stopped in for breakfast. Enjoyed the Hawaiian breakfast of Loco Moco. Delicious. Also enjoyed the..."
marad jahde
"Huge super-loaded steak nachos. Best slider burgers I've ever tasted. Diced mango in the Cole slaw loaded, grilled fish tacos was a real treat...."
Clark Courtney
"Had the best time on my first visit. This place has a great local feel to it. The staff is very friendly and make you feel like a local. Food was..."
Steven Duarte
"Fun local bar that's actually affordable and laid back! Country fried chicken is excellent for a simple comfort food..."
Mark McCorkel
"Highly recommend this place it’s the best place to have a drink and grab some..."
Nessa Robles
"Huge plates, great prices, bar atmosphere but there were plenty of kids there for breakfast on the weekend. We got a great seat by the window and it..."
Dan Galietto
"Always on Point! No pin intended ;-). Okay, maybe a little! Great place for cocktails at night, breakfast in the mornings, heck brunch, lunch, or..."
Jeremy Burns
"“I love this bar, it’s my kind of place, walkin through these doors, puts a smile on my face”.. you know how the song goes. Ash is hands down..."
Cork
"A little place we were turned on to a couple years ago by friends. Hasn't disappointed yet. Cool vibe, large food portions and great selection of..."
Robert Baker
"We had a great time here! Fun atmosphere, amazing entertainment and excellent food and drinks. Our server, Ariana was fantastic! She was friendly..."
Mike Hague
"Came here for bingo and stayed for the fun! Met some friends and family here for a Wednesday night dinner and bingo and I was blown away at how..."
Katelynn McDougall
"Love ASH $ she is the best server ever 🥰💋🏈🏈 so busy today at 2ish / all the kids were working so hard !Bartender was good / the crowd was..."
Kim Gentile
Buena Vista Market
Buena Vista Market
83/100 (303 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Tapas
Tacos
Fast food
Mexican
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Excellent tacos! They were very fresh (especially the pictured cilantro) and they had great flavor. Also, I liked both the tomatillo salsa and the..."
Tyler Rudd
"Decent variety of Mexican foods, and a wide assortment of Jumex fruit juices, and the typical Mexican-branded bread such as Bimbo. The deli section..."
Buggles Nort
"Went in for a drink but saw that they had a lot of great options..."
Brendan McGovern
"If you're looking for an authentic Mexican Deli look no further. What a find! This place has all the elements you need; wide range of grocery items,..."
Terrence K
"Great little Mexican market with a carniceria in the back. Try the cabeza tacos, they're..."
Heather May
"I had shopped in this market before but never ordered food from the counter. Thought I'd give it a try and glad I did. Carne asada burrito a Carnitas..."
Scott Lynch
"They have fresh and cooked meats to go. Great variety and staff is always very polite. Best place to buy an avocado to make guacamole that..."
Robin Valles
"Super friendly staff and great food. I’ve had everything on the menu and you can’t go wrong. After a long day at the beach my family likes to..."
Mike Collins
"Best tacos in all of OC in my opinion!! They’re fire! Been coming here since 2005, and they’ve only gotten better! Stop by and support LOCALLY!!..."
Erik Rodriguez
"Super friendly staff and great..."
Mamie Tuttle
"Just the best tacos I've ever had. Always consistent and flavorful. Plus THEY KNOW HOW MUCH FILLING TO PUT IN A TACO! So..."
JJ Johnson
Harbor Grill Restaurant
Harbor Grill Restaurant
82/100 (1927 ratings)
Restaurants
Cajun & Creole
Seafood
International
Cajun & Creole
Seafood
Soups
International
Soups
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Cobb Salad
Tacos
Tempura
Crab
Swordfish
Scallops
Cheeseburger
Bouillabaisse
Halibut
Clams
Burger
Oyster
Curry
Calamari
Tuna
Prawns
Calamares
Shrimp
Salmon
Gazpacho
Lobster
Chowder
Omelette
Fish & Chips
Bass
Lobster Roll
Pasta
Carrot Cake
Tapas
Salad
Ceviche
Fish Taco
Clam Chowder
Sit down
Seafood
International
Cajun & Creole
Soups
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Discover
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We enjoy Harbor Grill, Good Service, Good Food, It never fails. This is always our first choice, we always take our cherished Family and Friends. We..."
Maria Rivera Berouti
"Laurie and I have been patrons and happy diners for over 30 years. It remains as our "go to place" for its fine seafood, superb bar tender and..."
Kent R Adamson
"First time having dinner with my Girl at the Harbor Grill, we had a great experience, food was excellent! Our server gave us great suggestions on..."
Jose Lopez
"My wife and I have been coming here (mostly Brunch) for 23 years. The people are wonderful and the food top notch. Best Seafood in South Orange..."
Jay Baird
"Hadn't been there for awhile - but definitely didn't disappoint. Food is always fresh, prepared perfectly and delicious. It is a bit pricey but hey -..."
Kathy Martino
"My second time to be here, the first was in September 17, 2017. We had a sumptuous lunch and enjoyed the time while waiting for our dolphin cruise..."
Rey Bejerano
"The food was awesome. The crab cocktail, the ceviche and the oysters were so good. All our entrees were delicious, including the lobster roll and the..."
Paul McCann
"1st time here and was not disappointed! Told the receptionist it was my very 1st visit and without reservations she seated me at a booth overlooking..."
Valerie M.
"Lunch Date with Church Friends…. Food was excellent- Starters - Ceviche and bowl of very unique and delicious CLAM CHOWDER 👍🏼 That was..."
Paul Rangel
"Great seafood near the harbor and excellent service. Booked the reservation on OpenTable and they emailed me a free appetizer or desert with purchase..."
Mikey Bonifacio
"Dinner at the Harbor Grill on 2/6/22. I ordered the buttered lobster roll which comes with fries & coleslaw. The lobster roll & coleslaw were decent...."
Ellen Mayor
"Great experience and fresh choices, we got their 3 course meal and the Rainbow Trout which was magnificent. Well priced for the portions and taste is..."
Sherif Hassan
"Great atmosphere and a beautiful view. The staff were very kind and quick to meet your needs. I had the lober ravioli...highly recommend. My husband..."
Sarah Nelson
"Great restaurant outside and inside eating available. Weather really nice for outside eating . Chilean seabass and Prawns were awesome. My favorite..."
Klinton Eady
"Amazing food and superb guest service. Great relaxing location. All covid 19 protocols are in place for safe..."
vinod patel
"Incredible service and really delicious seafood. Had the lobster bun which was a treat. It's a great casual spot to enjoy a good meal. We went at..."
Karibu Nyaggah
"Special miso glazed blackened Seabass. Great atmosphere with live pianist. Great place to go for dinner. Come back here..."
SAMANTHA Beauty
"I asked some friends where is the best clam chowder in Dana Point and they referred me to the Harbor Grill. I was not disappointed. Best chowder..."
Virginia Gurr
"Great food good beer! There's a nice ambiance with the piano music! The clam chowder was surprisingly chunky and my filet mignon with potatoes were..."
Silvia Robinson
"An extensive seafood menu! The swordfish was excellent. Great wine and beer menu also. I've only been there once, but I was in a party of 16. Great..."
Andy Stern
"Amazing service and wonderful food. Shrimp was perfectly cooked and drinks were delicious. Worth the visit if you are in the..."
Erika Marie
"Excellent wine and oysters after waiting for a while. Maybe best scallops with pasta I've ever had. Recommend. Heaters on the patio. Only reason for..."
Walter Nagel
"Very delicious. Light smoke flavor, not over powering. Service was excellent. Price was fair. Neat location and..."
Dustin Stapp
"My wife and I have been coming here since 1995ish. Stumbled upon this place by accident walking around Dana Point and have been coming here ever..."
Rich M
Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
82/100 (1793 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Fajitas
Sit down
Mexican
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Great little hidden gem in Dana Point, we had the pleasure to meet the owner Mercedes, this time we sat inside and we were able to learn about the..."
S Toruno T
"As soon as i sit down they bring fresh chips and salsa to the table. Then I ordered shrimp cocktail with a full size guacamole. Didn't take too long..."
Laura Silva
"This is only the second time eating here, and I Absolutely LOVE IT!! The servers are all very friendly and attentive, and really know how to take..."
Phillip Skye
"We’ve been going to Carlos for years. Always a wonderful meal and experience. Friendly attentive service every time. They’ve updated the menu. I..."
Katrina S
"Great food and a good price too. Sat outside on a beautiful night. They had a bunch of local ukulele players playing and singing outside. Had..."
Michael St. Denis
"Outstandibg! Delicious food! Great atmospheare. Good prices. Fun musical entertainment My only tiny complaint is that we were a group of reuniting..."
Michael J Herman
"Easy and casual dining with great patio and excellent service. Warm and friendly staff. Perfect Mexican comfort food. Bonus points to tequila other..."
KL Gonzales
"Went here for a bachelor's party. The service was phenomenal, even with us having 12 rowdy men and the restaurant being pretty busy. The servers were..."
Kimberly Lang
"Very friendly staff. Most people go here to drink alcohol, but I just went for coffee and soup because I was sick from a very severe sunburn. My..."
Jessica Slade
"They were so sweet! Great food! Awesome..."
Cory Bream
The Shwack Beach Grill
The Shwack Beach Grill
82/100 (2638 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Healthy
Bar
American
Vegan Options
Healthy
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Pesto
Tuna
French Fries
Fish
Side of Baked Beans
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad
Pork
Gnarly Nachos
Sandwiches
Bacon cheeseburger
Tapas
Side Caesar Salad
Cheeseburger
Fish Taco
Ahi Salad
Burger
Tacos
Great Fish Tacos
Hamburgers
Ribs
The Shwack Burger
Big Al's Bacon Burger
Good Vibes Veggie Burger
Shwack Burger and Fries
Beef
Low Tide Turkey Burger
Bloody Mary
Toasts
Mahi Mahi Fillet
Root Beer
Chicken Sandwich
Had the Fish Tacos
Pilsner
Veggie Burger
Pasta
BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Turkey Burger
Salad
BBQ Chicken Salad
Sit down
American
Healthy
Bar
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Beach
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"This place is amazing! Very popular among locals as well of people like myself coming from out of town looking for something excited and different...."
Kolleen Chandler
"If you come here you'd better be hungry!!! Great burger and house fries, and salad. Friendly staff and good service. We will be..."
Bob Wolfe
"Traveling through, this is my favorite place to eat on our vacation! Service, selection, price...all..."
Kariebeth Mawer
"Really enjoyed the atmosphere and food. We loved the steak and fish tacos (corn tortillas taste homemade), the veggie bites, and the crispy potatoe..."
Michelle Kaylor Simms
"Great steak tacos! Fun atmosphere, busy place. Well worth the wait. Kids loved it..."
Lanie Harris
"Awesome food, great price, I would recommend this to..."
Jeffrey Adams
"We like to go there early on Sunday mornings. Beautiful drive in the old car. Food is great and service is even..."
April Ongie Lambert
"First time coming here, And I liked it!! . We ordered breakfast and I was good, and the customer service was excellent, definitely we are going back..."
Lily Sanz
"Great food, Great price, Great service. Delicious burger, my wife enjoyed the ribs, and my son loved the tacos. If you're ever make it to Dana Point...."
Rafael Martinez
"Schwack Burger fish tacos and spuds. Found this place passing by and so glad we stopped. Fantastic..."
Bob Langlois Jr.
"Best fish tacos in Orange County, Cali. Great atmosphere and a great place to eat. Dana Point is back on the map with..."
Joseph Blanco
"Delicious.Every.Time. I rode my road bike for 80 miles to this place! Totally worth every pedal stroke!!..."
Grace O Trigno
"The name is what drew us here. The service and quickness of the food was on point. The shwack burger is a must. Super juicy and delicious. The shrimp..."
Abdul Chamseddine
"Visited this place on a week day and really liked it. It wasnt too busy, it was clean and staff was friendly. Liked our burgers & fries that we..."
Fraz Tajammul
"We are taco snobs and have had tacos all over the US. This is the best taco I’ve ever had! Nothing like a normal taco. It’s made with Basa..."
Scott Henke
"You need to order french fries separately, sandwich doesn't come with it. Had bbq chicken sandwich which was..."
Paivi S
"Schwack has been a family favorite for many years. They serve consistently good food that never disappoints. I tried the Baby Schwack Ribs during..."
Allie E
"Wow the food is something special here. I can't with to explore more from the menu. The Vegi burger 🍔 was delicious and had lots of fresh..."
Terrence K
"Good food, great prices, terrible seating. You really can beat this beach shack for lunch or just something casual but during summer, it can be a..."
Tyler S
"Had an extraordinary lunch today at a local restaurant where I was treated to some of the best burgers I've ever tasted. The patties were perfectly..."
Ramin Soltani
"Great tasting ceviche, could be a bit spicier but fresh and delicious. The tacos are delicious..."
Giovan Hernandez
"Best fish tacos in Orange County! The nachos are amazing too and it's hard to find a place with casual atmosphere that serves adult beverages. If I..."
Jessica Burgess
Aurora's Taqueria
Aurora's Taqueria
81/100 (143 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Southwestern
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
"It's a small place At a Mexican grocery store. The food was amazing. I will drive 3 hours just to get their food again. Totally worth..."
Jose Galvan
"Amazing Mexican food. I ordered Tacos con Caritas and the others ordered the special of the day, the Monster Burrito. It really was a monster! All..."
Rosita Lopez
"Came here on local advice while visiting the area - awesome, authentic food. Great..."
Nick
"Delicious food. Very courteous..."
Sean Koon
"I had the most amazing nachos ever here. This is coming from someone who lives in San Diego and I'd like to think I know my great Mexican food..."
Tony Comer
"This store has always been a family favorite! Cheap big burritos for a good price! Reccomend to your familys aswell as there chicken taquitos for the..."
bffr
"Great little sidewalk restuarant with a great selection of authentic Mexican food. It's about half take out and half sit down (in old tables and..."
Jim Lenthall
"Amazing tacos, quesadillas and nachos. The service was spectacular and they even let us tried the drink to make sure we liked it prior to ordering...."
Daniel
"Aurora's is fabulous! The food is always fresh, the portions are large, and the service is gry. You can sit outside under a covered patio. We love..."
Lois Knudson
"At Aurora's I've eaten The best fish tacos Like in Ensenada. The taquitos de pollo THE BEST, carne asada plate, just like how it's served in Mexico,..."
Denise Cooper
"A literal "hole in the wall" at a Mexican grocery, with outdoor counter service only. Some of the BEST Mexican I've ever eaten anywhere in the..."
Reed Savory
"The service was amazing. Very friendly and clean.The food was authentic it was like eating at my Grandma's. Great Mexican..."
Bridgette Zhdanov
"Really good enchiladas and tacos nearby. The condiment bar even has grilled peppers and three types of salsa. da..."
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Salt Creek Grille
Salt Creek Grille
81/100 (2260 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Bar
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Salad
Calamari
Tuna
Calamares
Sandwiches
Salmon
Burger
Tapas
Tacos
Filet Mignon
Shrimp
Ribs
Beef
French Dip
Baby Back Ribs
Beignets
Lobster
Fish
Sit down
Bar
American
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Private Dining
Live Music
Seating
Valet Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Thank you, Salt Creek Grille, for a beautiful evening for our early January rehearsal dinner celebration in the Mason Library. Chelsea and staff..."
Terra Beata
"Love this place! Great craft cocktails & amazing staff! Get there early for a spot on the patio & an awesome happy hour! Marcos, the manager, is..."
Lora Wentsel Harvey
"Best Cuban sandwich I ever had. My friend said he had the best sandwich as well. Lightly seared tuna in a roll. Great atmosphere and open wood fired..."
Frank Masters
"Excellent service and good food. The perfect atmosphere to chill and have a relaxed meal...they went out of their way to make us a meal/off the..."
Zoe Zee
"We had a fairly large party to celebrate Father's Day as well as a college graduation. The Manager, Carlos, greeted us and wanted to make sure he..."
Lisa Naegele
"Our server, Blair, was so wonderful. He helped make our party that much better. And the ribs...Omgosh, melt in your mouth amazing!!! We couldn't have..."
Alana Haulman Wilson
"excellent place to hang out & the staff is out of this world .food was excellent .a must try..."
Willy Rizzo
"Good place for a steak and happy hour. Live music a few nights a week. Great..."
Stephen E Birmingham
"We had the most wonderful experience at the Salt Creek Grille. The food was fantastic, the service was amazing and they made us feel so welcome. We..."
Cheri Faltz
"The food and atmosphere were both absolutely perfect! Party of 6 for dinner with a few drinks, 2 appetizer's and the bill was around $250, excellent..."
Leon Trice
"The food was amazing and the service was just as good as the food. The steak was cooked to perfection and the potatoes were silky smooth. The..."
Chris Phillips
"Easy parking we were seated quickly with a reservation. Friendly Staff restaurant was clean. Bathrooms were clean. My wife had the Filet Mignon. I..."
Dennis Martel
"Came here with a couple of people on a Sunday around 5. There was no wait for a table but it filled up quickly soon after we got there. Our server..."
Megan Madeo
"Great food. I tried everything. Brussels sprouts, tacos, portobello mushrooms fries. Clam chowder soup and loaf bread. I finished it off with..."
Nicole Heard
"Nice place to be! Super tasty food… good..."
Edna T
"The Salt Creek Grille is a lovely restaurant, tucked away on the west side of the Monarch Bay Plaza but still easy to find. The décor has an..."
Todd Tennison
"I enjoyed the service and the food. However, the place is a little pricy for the quantity that they serve. There is a small garden room in the back,..."
Nicoyya
"We came for brunch. The Monte Cristo sandwich is deep fried crispy perfection. We have never had anything like it. It was like gourmet fair food. Our..."
Pam Oleary
"We visited this restaurant for the first time for my friends’ b-day lunch. Very nice restaurant! Big portion of..."
Mayumi I.
"I had the pork chop (citrus 24-hour brine and sous vide, then pan fry at serving), mashed potatoes, and wedge salad. The pork was very nicely..."
Lindsay Critelli
"Very surprised when we went there. We happen to be just driving in the neighborhood waiting to go to an event but we were hungry and we came across..."
Dr. Rock Flowers
"5 star experience for our Happy Valentines Day dinner. Food was amazing and of course the service was on point. We can't wait to go..."
Enrique Martinez
"We have enjoyed this restaurant for many years now and are never disappointed. We love to split the wedge salad with their blue cheese crumbles,..."
Vincent Mott
"You need to save room for the butter cake. Actually, dessert is a separate stomach. You will fit it in. Also get the swordfish when it is available..."
E K
"Drinks, appetizer and steak were really good, the creme brûlée was not. But the waitress took it out of our bill. Thank you..."
Elsy Mitzel
"We tried the weekend brunch. Had the breakfast burrito with salad and Monte Cristo with fruit. Huge portions and everything was delicious! The cheese..."
Jack Falkenrath
Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant
Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant
80/100 (2311 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
Bar
Seafood
Vegan Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Filet Mignon
Clam Chowder
Swordfish
Halibut
Crab
Fish & chips
French Fries
Scallops
Calamari
Burger
Tuna
Calamares
Toasts
Salmon
Cakes
Fish
Shrimp
Crab Cake
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Lobster
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Salad
Sit down
Seafood
Bar
American
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"Great food choices. Killer location with wonderful views. Our Server Monty was charming and efficient. Loved the food and presentation. The..."
Daniel Kivenas
"Our waiter Monte has been the best waiter my family has had in a while. He was so kind and friendly. We came here on thanksgiving and he made our..."
NixOil
"The food was good except for Clam Chowder (which my MIL found it a bit sandy). Mai Tai was yum. So were the veggie burgers. The staff were friendly,..."
N S
"Great view with super delicious food. Halibut was awesome, highly..."
Sahar Meshksar
"Great location at Dana Point Harbor overlooking the marina. Had the wonderful tuna stack and it was awesome. The Tuna was seared perfectly the way..."
Glenn DiResto
"We loved the fish taco plate and clam chowder. The service was very friendly and accommodating. It’s a great spot, especially for out of town..."
Ron Pineda
"This place is a true 10! My waitress was very helpful. The area is beautiful! The food was delicious and pretty quick to come out. I had a yummy bowl..."
Carisa F
"Went here twice in two days- amazing food and view! The chowder was incredible. The staff was very welcoming and nice even though I had my backpack..."
Allison Vasquez
"Visited twice this week. The food was well prepared and presented. The wait staff is on the younger side and very polished. There is a view of the..."
B Bremer
"The staff allowed us to split a plate. We had the sea food platter and pear salad. Both were delicious! We ate about 7:30pm and they seated us..."
Sally Jackson
Chart House
Chart House
80/100 (8517 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Late Night
Cakes
Scallops
Pesto
Oyster
Fish
Calamari
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
Shrimp
Beef
Crab Cake
Chowder
Tapas
Lobster
Tacos
Pasta
Filet Mignon
Salad
Halibut
Clam Chowder
Crab
Sit down
American
Seafood
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Reservations
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Late Night
Fine Dining
"We just went into bar for a cocktail and dessert after enjoying and afternoon and early dinner in the harbor below. Our waiter, Jordan, was awesome..."
Sherri Schurman Hutton
"GreAt place with great food and the restaurant is up high overlooking Dana point Harbor and what a great..."
Simon Denny
"Not for someone who is on a budget but the price is well worth the romantic experience I had with my wife! Great food, decent portions, and great..."
Val Young
"Best happy hour in town! Kind of don’t want to let everyone else know so it won’t be so crowded! Awesome happy hour menu with a great selection!..."
Lorin Fluent
"After 10 years , I came back this restaurant, it is still great. I came back this one cuz. I know it has a lovely view and the foods are so wonderful..."
Nnt Huynh
"What a great place. Beautiful location, right on the ocean. The staff was super friendly and the food was awesome. Might have to go back before we..."
Nick Mehan
"Excellent location and wonderful atmosphere, delicious food and super great happy hour for sure! James is great and super attentive with any..."
S Toruno T
"Gorgeous location with the beautiful views of the Harbor. The food was delicious. Our kids had the Mac and cheese and it was the cheesiest homemade..."
Deborah Barlow Taylor
"We have been coming to the Chart House for special occasions for decades! They never disappoint. We had a wonderful dinner last night. The food is..."
Luke Carlson
"This place is usually busy during peak times. Love the happy hour menu items and sitting outside. Happy M-F ends at 6p. There're heaters on during..."
De De
"We're so happy that we get to dine here. I made a reservation online. We got lucky with the valet cos they only have 2 spots left at that time. We..."
Angel Drake
"As a wedding photographer I recently shot a wedding at the Chart House in Dana Point. It was such a success! I was really impressed with the venue...."
Jesse Madison
"All about the ocean view. Attention to detail in the service knowing it was our anniversary and brining out a complimentary sweet desert. ..."
Peter
"Disclaimer - I really enjoyed this restaurant, the view and the food, however there is a mildew smell and I’m sure it is from the carpet that is in..."
Chell Broadhead
"I loved the food, and the atmosphere, everything went amazing in my experience, I wish they were open for lunch and brunch also, the view it's too..."
Hana J
"We went tonight and omg. From the shrimp stack appetizer to our entree the grilled ancho halibut to our amazing cocktails truly one of the best..."
Michelle Rios
"This is more like 4.5 stars. The atmosphere here is a big draw with the fantastic views of the harbor and surrounding areas. We started with the kim..."
Megan Madeo
"Despite having a reservation, it took 15 minutes to get seated and another 20 before the waiter took our order. Although service was spotty at first,..."
Toshiki Nazikian
"Service was great. However there was a piece of hair in our food. Enjoyed the view and the sea bass with vegetables was really good. Wine selection..."
Tarana Patel
"7/23/2023 Finally got to bring my wife and family and to celebrate her birthday made it even better. The food was amazing as are the views. Out..."
Aaron Prohaska
"We had Thanksgiving dinner here and the food, service and VIEW were..."
Aims Engen
"We went there for my son’s birthday. Beautiful seaside view! Food is delicious and work stuff there are..."
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Olamendi's Mexican Restaurant
Olamendi's Mexican Restaurant
78/100 (2187 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Vegan Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Burrito
Shrimp
Tortillas
Beef
Fajitas
Nachos
Ceviche
Fish
Pork
Salad
Chili
Sit down
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Waterfront
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best! The best!..."
Mossa Taylor
"I’ve been eating at Olamendi’s since the mid 1980’s and have never once been disappointed. We take out of town guests there for an experience..."
Christine Poulsen Wood
"The service was great! All of the staff were nice and friendly. The food was delicious and priced very well for a restaurant that is across the beach..."
Rudy Gephart
"We came here for lunch on our vacation and they were super accommodating to my daughter who has special needs and is in a wheelchair. This has to be..."
Jen DeMuth
"Loved Olamendis last night with mamma. We got Esmeralda Olamendi as our waitress & the free flan about put us over the edge! Got to chat with pappa..."
Lorie Hutchens Ludington
"I first ate here in 1978. It was the first time I had eaten Chili Rellenos and they were so delicious. I have been telling my husband for years how..."
Michelle Temples
"The food and drinks were great, the flan was outstanding! The server seemed to be in a bad mood - never smiled, rarely checked to see if we needed..."
Carol Gilbertson
"Can't say enough! Beyond great food, salsa, everything home-made, view!! Excellent! This made my #1 list for food in..."
Jennifer Herman
"They've been rocking Mexican food my whole life! They've got great vegan options which allows carnivorous and vegan folk to put down their..."
Michael Nicolai
"This restaurant is perfectly located across from the beach and walking distance from the hotels. The staff were kind, knowledgeable, welcoming, and..."
Candace Brown
"So I’ll hit Olamendi’s hard and quick. Views and ambiance: excellent. Food and drink: mediocre. Never forget this, you go to Gringo Mex for the..."
Tyler S
"They never miss here. We stop here every time we come to our time share. Indoor and out door seating. Service is always good. The food is always..."
Dennis Martel
"Going here is an experience. There is so much to see and great food to enjoy from inside the restaurant. I especially love the salute to Dia de Los..."
Timi Gleason
"Amazing place, friendly and quick service, and the guacamole! Wow! Loved it! We duvked in just before close, and they still gave us incredible..."
Jennifer Garvin
"I believe the staff tries. But since coming here since the 70's the food has gone downhill. I order my usual, Dona Christina, every time. Wasn't..."
Cindy Ali
"Olamendi's was an explosion of beautiful color with every wall brighter than the next and an amazing collection of Mexican and other kinds of art in..."
Kendra Langer
"This place is so cute. Right across from the ocean! Food is really good! My mom got shredded beef chimi and everyone thought it was the bomb. Vegan..."
Lisa N
"Delucious Food. Great service. Drinks (bloody Mary's -LIITS) Not so much. Order beer. Salsa & Chips..."
Tricia Estrada (Nativegem)
Taco Surf
Taco Surf
78/100 (677 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Burrito
Nachos
"Excellent service and delicious food. I highly recommend this place for great..."
P.J. Reilly
"Besides being an employee for 8 years woo-hoo! I love going there with my family. Such great people work there that we have daily regular customers..."
Traci Seibert Fleming
"Great food. Great service. I highly recommend it if you are in the..."
Jim Trevorrah
"Not just because I play music there but hands down the one place I truly enjoy the most when it comes to..."
Marty McIntosh
"Fantastic fresh salsa, great shrimp tacos, and friendly service. Some of the coldest beer in town too...."
David Reinhart
"If you are in Dana Point, this is a must!! Fish tacos are the best.. Great patio. Fun..."
Sue Sexton
"The food at Taco Surf has consistently been excellent and we've been coming here for quite some time. And you can't beat the prices on their beer of..."
Mark Eck
"I love the margaritas at Taco Surf! They will knock your socks off!!! I love the friendly vibe but I’m missing the live ..."
Carol Schroeder Neuman
"Shrimp tacos were great and best guacamole I've had in a long time. Very nice place to stop after a day at the..."
Jennifer Blum
"Tacos were awsome, beer was cold, and the staff very friendly. I learned the building was the former Hobi Cat factory, cool Dana Point..."
Michael Cook
"Live local and love Taco Surf. Try the skinny margarita with cucumber infused tequila..."
Alissa Gillman Wells
"Amazing shrimp tacos! Love this place! Great food, great service...even call in your order & they have it ready for you! Nom nom..."
Kimberlee A Mcclain
"Absolutely love this place. Back when I lived closer I used to be a regular but now I only make it every couple of years. Been craving fish tacos..."
John Morrison
"Love this place. Fresh, fresh, fresh, generous ,tasty..."
Stephen Finkelstein
"Visited dana point from Scotland this was the best food of my trip ! Fantastic value for money ! Fantastic service..."
Mark Walker
"Great food, great times here! I love this restaurant and always have fun when I'm..."
Elizabeth Turner Wallace
"The food was excellent and so was the service! We would go again on our next stay..."
Denise Ann Maxwell Quinlan
"Excellent fish tacos. Great service. But, go for the Skinny Partida..."
Mark McNeil
"We love Taco Surf!!!!! So delicious every..."
Sarah Martz
"Great food & service. Love the Baja shrimp..."
Kerry Roberts
"I love the great food and service at Taco..."
Julie French Espudo
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Jason Levy
"Do yourself a favor and check out their amazing happy hour from 2-5 , m-f, for delicious street tacos for less than a snicker bar costs ya! Carnitas..."
Priscilla Arballo
"Amazing food very delicious! Big portions and the staff was very friendly and..."
SusieQ Duarte
"The 675 burrito is huge and comes with sour cream and guacamole not a bad deal not to mention they're dollar 25 happy hour tacos from 2 to..."
Tyler Newman
"Fantastic service- beautiful fresh..."
Alex Boston
"The shrimp taco was pretty good. Bartender told us Happy Hour stopped at 5pm but the website says 6, so not sure if that needs to be updated or if..."
Beth Austin
"Very nice ambiance. Servers were very nice. I had the 3 Taco special. They were all really good. My wife had a chicken enchilada that wasn't very..."
Brian Fry
"Awesome service every time, not always perfect but the happy hour is a very great deal (dollar street tacos?) Dollar for dollar best tacos anywhere,..."
Doug A
"A quintessential beach shack style California taco shop in the interior. I went based on the recommendation of the shrimp tacos, and their reputation..."
Brian B
"The shrimp tacos are awesome! Filled with lots of shrimp and fajita veggies... They are my wife and I favorite shrimp tacos anywhere. Very generous..."
Brian Jenkins
"Great food and drinks. Some of the best carnitas I've had. The meat is succulent and juicy. Normally carnitas can be on the dry side, but not..."
Chad Andersen
"This place has amazing food. Their salsa is on point in dana point!! Wish there margaritas were a bit larger but it will do. Great tasting Mexican..."
Alice Brzeszcz
Jon's Fish Market
Jon's Fish Market
74/100 (1291 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
American
Seafood
American
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Fish Taco
Tacos
Fried Clams
Cod
Fish & chips
Halibut
French Fries
Shrimp
Fish
Salad
Scallops
Clams
Calamari
Calamares
Salmon
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Sit down
American
Seafood
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely amazing service, seafood is soo tantalizing and service is on point. I love this place as the best seafood market in So Cali. My boyfriend..."
Cindy Lee
"I have always loved this place. Haven't been in awhile, but whenever I go, the food is always excellent. The fish and chips are my..."
Kat Parker
"A must visit when in Dana Point,cooked to a variety of options fresh and very healthy. Daily specials and grilled veggies. After your meal take..."
Vincent Rosas
"My family and I love Jon’s Fish Market! Friendly staff, fresh seafood, cool decor and amazing..."
Tina Farrell
"Fish and chips was on point. Service was warm, friendly and fun. Definitely will..."
John Cahill
"Fantastic fish and chips. We stumbled across this place when we were waiting for a whale watching tour. We’ve been staying here in Dana Point for..."
Curtis Ostler
"The fish is excellent and staff is a pleasure. Can’t beat the setting and..."
John Crooks Sr.
"delicious food and great family treat ,, the harbor is a fun place to visit and its complete with some good food at JONS FISH..."
Cid Alarid
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Branton Andrew Slowinski
"Best fish and chips within 25 miles. Amazing clam chowder too. The whole family loves this..."
Christopher Shawver
"Amazing food!!!!! We always visit when we are here from..."
Heather Himes
"Might be the best fish tacos on the planet...."
Tom Newmaster
"Fresh Fish & Chips. Grew up on these fabulous fish and chips!Sometimes they put too much batter, but usually..."
Le Petite Gateaux
"Can you say clam chowder? I've been eating here for many years and it's still a favorite. Good seafood for a good price accompanied by a great..."
Daniel Whittington
"All about the fish and chips. I've been coming here since I was a kid and I'm still as excited to get fish and chips here twenty years later. The..."
Tyler C.
"Had the grilled ahi which was excellent. The smoked fish salad plate was generous in portion and very tasty! Definately a great place to go for a..."
Warmund
"FRESH FRESH FISH dine in or take away. Buy fish or meals. Smoked fish daily. Fun..."
Mary Longpre
"Great food and great taste. Went there today for lunch. The food was made of high quality ingredients. The service was fantastic. Staff were friendly..."
Bardia Haghighirad
"we couldn't decide on what to order so we asked our waiter 'christian' what he recommended and he gave us perfect choices. we got the fish and chips..."
fernando ramirez
"We love this place! I've come here twice while going on a whale watching trip. The first visit we were really short on time, and they got us in and..."
Niechelle Wade
"After a nice day at Baby Beach in Dana Point, my wife and I were craving clam chowder. We decided to look around for places nearby and decided to..."
Aaron Reveles
"Always stop here whenever I am in the Southern California area. I remember stopping here when it was just a shack serving fish and chips and not much..."
Grant Buchholz
"Fabulous restaurant with great service. We had the sea bass and my partner the scallops. Delicious! The servers were fantastic! Gavin and Perry were..."
Brenda Corbett
"This is a family favorite! We always love the fish and chips!!! I ordered the local catch of the day - White Sea Bass, blackened with a little bit of..."
Shelley Wells
"Great little fish market!! Loved everything I got here! The pics are of dishes I made with the fresh seafood/fish bought here. Highly recommend! The..."
Dana Sterling
"I have been coming to Jon's for several years. They have the best seafood in the Dana harbor area. Though the prices have increased just like every..."
Russ Lewis
"Great selection, great service, fresh fish! The pic of the fish dish is the sea bass that I purchased fresh at Jon’s and prepared at home. Pan..."
Randy Myers
"Pretty solid fish & chips (nice crusty batter and perfectly cooked) but I feel like prices are a little bit too inflated. Food took an extremely..."
Yukiko Espinoza
"Love the chill restaurant! Rad location. Excellent halibut fish and chips. Killer tartar sauce. Lobster season in October! Enjoy a beer or glass wine..."
Elizabeth Velarde Riverside Bell
"I’ve been eating these fish tacos for well over 20 years. Best ones I’ve ever had. As of matter of fact everything on their menu is delicious,..."
Joey Broccardo
"What incredible experience. First of all the service here is top notch like we where royalty or something! And then the food so extra delicious I..."
Caleb Edwards (MaskCasper)
El Patio Cafe
El Patio Cafe
74/100 (301 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Spanish
Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Family Tradition. I've been coming here since I was a grom!Love the food and service.. Like family.Not attitude. Old Orange county for..."
Jerome
"A Longtime Favorite of the Local Surf Crowd!. Known by the locals as 'Lucy's', Lucy began serving her Mexican style dishes in the late 1930's. She..."
Ron Hascall
"One of the greatest old standby business in the area worth supporting. It's family owned and completely authentic. Great spot to have some beers,..."
Clarke Boyer
"This place showed up as a wifi hotspot. Found out it also has outside seating, friendly service, great food. And the WiFi is good..."
Jim McDonald
"Love this place. Waitresses are super nice, almost like getting food at your mom or grandma's. Friday night halibut tacos are fantastic. On..."
Christopher Long
"I love authentic Mexican food. When I walked in to el patio, I thought it would just be another Americanized Mexican restaurant, but I was pleasantly..."
Blake Smuin
"El Patio is my favorite authentic Mexican restaurant in southern California, and I come as often as I..."
John Duggan
"This place absolutely rocks! A family restaurant that opened in the 1930s owned by a local surfing guru named Jack. Generous portions, fast and..."
Billy Gaines
"Family owed and operated for many many years. If you want authentic, healthy, scrumptious Mexican food, go here. I took friends from England there..."
Jan Thuney
"5 Stars. Yeah, so it doesn't have a exotic cuisine. Ambiance is circa 1960 diner. But this is "Lucy's", a landmark among locals and their visiting..."
949 Local
"Been eating at Lucy's El Patio Cafe probably since 1970. Excellent consistent tasty Mexican food all up and down the menu. Friendly thoughtful name..."
Theodore Kalota
"The mahi, mahi and calamari tacos were fantastic! The service was fast and friendly. They give you chips and salsa. The salsa was fresh and very..."
Jeff Lemoine
"Family owned landmark in SoCal you never know who you might see. Excellent authentic Mexican food with fresh soups and friendly service. Try the..."
Paul Carter Art
"The service was great but the food was meh. A lot of people reviewed this as authentic Mexican food but it seemed pretty Americanized to me. It was..."
Racheal Breen
"I had not been here forever,thought it was closed,not even sure if I actually had even been here.I ordered a combo w: an enchilada and a chile..."
Kirk Krause
"Nothing better. It's the best. My 3 favs: cheese enchilada no onion with rice, Chile relleno or bean and chicken sope. All so amazing. Joyce is the..."
Hallie Robb
"I have been coming here for many years and the food is just the best! Casual and laid back atmosphere and great..."
Marcie Selak
"If you are looking for great Mexican food. Look no further. This is the place. I don't think they have upgraded the place since it opened 50+..."
Brett Martin
"Good tacos and tortillas and good beer. The place is clean and the servers are nice and efficient. I like this place very..."
A Oconnell
"First time going there and apparently it opened in 50's and the staff are super nice! And the food was great and value for..."
Hello Kitty
Vue Restaurant
Vue Restaurant
73/100 (174 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Omelette
Waffles
Shrimp
Pasta
Salad
Salmon
Tapas
Tacos
"Delectable entrees. Pros: Delectable food; Panoramic view; Validated parking; Friendly staff; Chilean Sea Bass; Excellent place to entertain guests..."
JenofZen
"Breakfast was quick and delicious. The oatmeal was hot and filling. The parfait fruit cups were a nice touch. Came back for the zucchini bread and..."
Cathy Caffrey
"Our waiter was so nice and really working his butt off! I was so happy to see a vegan option on the menu, which was the vegan avocado tacos. They..."
Lyndsey Campbell
"Decent/reasonably priced food. The service was fine not the best, not the worst. We had dinner in the upstairs portion of the..."
Bret Reinig (Terb44)
"You would love the complimentary bread spread: sundried tomatoes with calamite olive. The best there is. I had the coffee crusted rib eye steak. I..."
Marcel Filart
"Restaurant is located in the hotel and has indoor and outdoor parts with breathtaking vews of harbor. Food is great. Prices except for large dishes..."
Samvel Hmayakyan
"Four stars for the value. Great ocean view. Staff is always helpful. Food is the weakest link here. Menu is limited and preparation..."
David W
"This has been the best place on our trip. Been here twice. The service and views are..."
Don Zauner
"Very tasty food, with a full gluten free menu! Great views, definitely more than just a hotel..."
michael rachmel
"Food was great...service was..."
Torild Ssteward
"An outstanding breakfast..."
Steve Starr
"Best..."
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John Beimer
El Torito
El Torito
71/100 (2295 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Mexican
Southwestern
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Southwestern
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Fajitas
Ceviche
Sit down
Mexican
Bar
Southwestern
Pub
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I first came to El Torito Dana Point last November, for Thanksgiving Dinner. That was a BLAST. The food and service were so good, and the vibe was..."
Phillip Skye
"This was Thanksgiving day everything was excellent 👍. Even though I. Can't remember the name of the waiter everyone that served us wAs great..."
Jason Serrato
"Nice Mexican restaurant next to pier at Dana point. Ordered the family style fajita set- with steak, chicken, barbacoa, and grilled shrimp. Ordered..."
Yung Park
"It's a nice location with the view of the Dana Point Harbor. Food is great, although the service is not as nice. We really loved the..."
Priyanka Patil
"Great location and a good lunch menu. There was a good selection of lunch items and many items were large portions. Enjoyed the lunch combo with the..."
What’s Up OC Fun Events
"Happy hour is the way to go. And this location is the absolute best. Great views in the..."
Jennifer Housley
"Julian was wonderful! The service, the food, and the bottomless mimosas make this a perfect place for brunch on the weekend. Add the view of Dana..."
Jen Neale
"Great location,I wish they had outside seating. The food was decent and delicious. Low verity on draft beers.(just 4 and they were out on 2 of..."
Ghazal Khataie
"Stellar brunch today. Hector was not our waiter. But he came to our table several times to make sure our meal was perfect. If you own a restaurant..."
john f jack neville
"This place rocks!!!! I have been to allot of restaurants at 5 star levels but wow the customer service was above and beyond. To me, El Torito brunch..."
I Am
"I have been going to El Torito in Dana Point Harbor for years, and the experience never disappoints. The food is consistently great, especially the..."
Richard V
"The service was outstanding as was the amazing view of the harbor. I’ve eaten here since 1988 and the service is even better today. The BEST salsa..."
Shelley Throckmorton
"Have always had great memories from childhood. Great service and..."
Mayra Salgado
"Food is average at best, however the service we received from Enrique and Damaris was outstanding. They both are quick an efficient. The best service..."
Christa Schlottmann
"First of all I really like El Torito's food, it's delicious! But this location is my favorite El Torito restaurant because it's in the Dana Point..."
J.C. Gonzalez
"Such good stinking food. The fajita meat was cooked to perfection. The burritos were extra tasty. Really great food and awesome place! Our server..."
Greg Allen
"Love El Torito but my 3 star is because the place is getting old and needs a fresh coat of paint or a power wash. It's clean but it's not. Don't..."
Michele Gannon
Waterman's Harbor
Waterman's Harbor
71/100 (1759 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Vegan Options
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Seafood
American
Seafood
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Halibut
Crab
Clams
Oyster
Ceviche
Calamari
Burger
Beignets
Mussels
Pesto
Tuna
Calamares
Fish
Salmon
Shrimp
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Lobster
Tapas
Pasta
Fish & chips
Fish Taco
Salad
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Swordfish
Sit down
American
Bar
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Celebrated my 21st Birthday here! They stored my cake in the fridge for me, sang to me, and cut the cake for us upon my reservation for about 12..."
Emma-Rae Erkeneff
"One of a very few restaurants buying locally caught fresh fish in Orange County. My wife and I love the upstairs patio for both the food and view...."
Patrick Glennon
"Excellent food, had a gumbo on rice!!!! Ruth had seafood linguine, again excellent. The Corona was cold and good. Prices were respectable. Would..."
Daniel Gallegos
"Went down for happy hour. Nice location. The food was great. Chicken bacon avocado sandwich $ 16 was delicious. Two taco $5 on the happy hour menu..."
Fred Van Rooyen
"Outstanding location, food and service! Best of all dogs are allowed on the patio, so you can sit by the water, enjoy the ocean breeze, and eat great..."
Deborah Cameron
"Brilliant service! Good wine for HH. And very good food. Would definitely recommend a..."
Jill Smith
"Amazing view, food, drinks, service. Would highly recommend eating..."
Adam Moore
"Great service and best place to have my 40th b day party. All the servers took great care of us, no one went without a drink in hand all night!..."
Bethany Bonin
"OC Restaurant Week always seems to go by way too fast, and it always seems like we have a bunch of other commitments when this restaurant bloggers..."
Mike
"Great food, drinks, service and atmosphere.Felt like I was in Key..."
ScottyJoe
"Raspberry Margarita tasted like Medicine for me so it’s a no🤢 But food that we order was good and have a great amount of serving too. Calamari..."
Mary Mylene Selisana
"This is a great place to eat after your whale watching trip! We were seated right away and the hostess was very nice. They seated us on an outdoor..."
Angeleah Parey
"I booked my rehearsal dinner here and it was the best experience. The food was phenomenal and the staff were excellent. We had the banquet room and..."
Ashley Windham
"Great location, right at the harbor end, with a second floor for even better views. Fish & chips, flaky fresh fish, lightly battered and fried,..."
Tammy Liu
"Awesome food and service. I have dined here many times. The cocktails drinks are great too. Try the Sunday brunch buffet if you are seafood lover...."
mitraism
"Waterman's Harbor was a surprise for our family. We were new at this restaurant and the four of us from our party ordered the house favorites for..."
Henry Hsieh
"Wanted some fish n chips after our whale watching tour. They had good reviews so we stopped by. The fish n chips were really good, not too greasy...."
Levon Juni
"Food is tasty, cocktails are good, but mostly you go here for location. We used to frequent their brunch pre-covid. This last trip though was a..."
Jenn E
"Our favorite happy hour spot - luckily very close to our home :) The views at sunset are so calming The oysters are always great and happy hour..."
Doctor Bo
"We had a lovely brunch here and the waiting staff was very nice. We got in right when they open and there was nobody else so we got served very..."
Brandon Johnson
"Beautiful restaurant in Dana Harbor....newly built, has outdoor patio. Fire pits built right in your table...also candlelight lanterns on your..."
Patricia Bishop
"This place has a great ambiance, wonderful staff,. beautiful view and an excellent staff. Need I say more? Definitely go here for relaxing Sunday..."
Tyler O'Neil
"Spent the day in Dana Point and had an amazing lunch at this place! totally modern, the food was out of this world. The Tuna Tacos, oysters and..."
Barcelona Enterprises
"Salmon was perfect, kick of flavor and that cream sauce is amazing herb chicken - this chicken has the best flavor you’ve ever had. Wife got it..."
Samantha Janssen
"Excellent food, excellent service and good friends. What else can one ask for? I think a reservation is recommended. We were there @ 6pm on a Sat &..."
Kris Takasuka
"Great view. Friendly staff. But a smaller portion with not much flavour for the fish and..."
C Rabb
"Lively and fun place with plenty of outdoor seating and views from the restaurant and bar. While the food is good and the service is pleasant, the..."
Patty Smith
"Waterman’s is always a good idea! Location is second to none, right on the docks and the waterfront. Upstairs has the best views but downstairs is..."
Renier A Dresser [RAD Real Estate]
"Yummy food, great view. I would definitely recommend the Chilean sea bass! Generous portion! The calamari appetizer was in a Provençal sauce which..."
Shideh Bahmanyar