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Salt Creek Grille

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Address:
32802 Pacific Coast Hwy
Dana Point, CA 92629

Neighborhood:
Dana Point

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $30 and under

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Salt Creek Grille Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.saltcreekgrille.com
Phone: (949) 661-7799
Hours of Operation: Brunch: Sunday, 10:30am - 2:00pm. Lunch: Saturday - Sunday, 11:30am - 5:00pm. Dinner: Daily, 5:00pm.
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Steak, Seafood
Executive Chef: Scott Green
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Entertainment, Fireplace, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Entertainment: Live Contemporary Music. Wed-Thurs (6 to 9 pm), Fri & Sat (8-11 pm), Sun Jazz Brunch (11AM-3PM)
Special Events & Promotions: Contact Christy Carson to inquire about booking opportunities for offsite catering events. (949) 661-7799, ccarson@saltcreekgrille.com. Let us host your next event. We come to you!

Getting there

Cross Street: Crown Valley Pkwy
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Complimentary valet parking (M-Sun dinner). Private lot for lunch/brunch hours.

A word from Salt Creek Grille

Think rustic meets California casual at Salt Creek Grille in Dana Point. If you're looking for relaxed, upscale dining -- it's time to experience Salt Creek Grille. The award winning Salt Creek Grille is a specialty dinner-house featuring mesquite grilled hand-cut steaks, fresh Pacific seafood,… tangy barbeque ribs and Zagat Guide's acclaimed "Best Pork Chop on the planet." Signature salads, hearty pasta dishes and juicy half-pound burgers also accompany the classic menu. An extensive wine list, a Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence" winner 2001 - 2007, perfectly compliments the classic American fare. Enjoy a relaxed, yet sophisticated dining experience in a unique and traditional "craftsman" style architecture. Enjoy private parties, cabana patio dining, 1/2 price happy hour, live entertainment & Sunday Jazz Brunch to enhance your dining experience.Continued

Salt Creek Grille

4.1

172 $30 and under restaurant

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185 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

185 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(82)
vibrant bar scene(79)
special occasion(74)

hot spot(56)
good for groups(54)
great for outdoor dining(53)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (185)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have lived in & around

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2010

Dined on 04/14/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have lived in & around the restaurant for yrs! Both my husband & I were surprised we hadn't eaten here before! Made reservation on-line and we DIDN'T WAIT upon revival! Seated in a lovely booth, with a glimpse of the ocean was a delight! Our waiter was friendly, engaging & genuinely enjoyed serving us! Food came promptly and it was a Saturday evening w/a house-full...

Our daughter, a vegetarian, found some DELICIOUS side dishes & we all enjoyed our first visit, celebrating my hubsand's birthday! Too full to order DESSERT ~ but, we made NOTE of the Chocolate Ganache Souffle for our NEXT visit... which we HOPE is soon! Prices were reasonable & portions were plenty! The COMPLIMENTARY Valet was wonderful ~ greeted & departed with smiles"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

My steak was under cooked,

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My steak was under cooked, and my financee's was over cooked."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We ate here for our anniversary

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We ate here for our anniversary and everything was great - exceptional service, delicious food and intimate atmosphere. Would definitely reccomend it to others and can't wait to go back ourselves!"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always a fun upbeat place,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/13/2012

2007

Dined on 03/13/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Always a fun upbeat place, with great ambiance and food."

Dined on 03/13/2012

2007

Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I'm not a big fan of brunches--they

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2010

Dined on 04/08/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I'm not a big fan of brunches--they can easily get picked over and the stations get messy and gross. We were impressed with how quickly food was restocked and how tidy the serving tables were kept. The food was very good for brunch food--ceviche, herb roasted turkey, bananas foster crepes were some of our favorites. The jazz quartet was awesome. All the servers were great. We look forward to returning next time guests are in town."

Dined on 04/08/2012

2010

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Just okay

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Dined on 04/08/2012

2007

Dined on 04/08/2012

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"For the money it was just okay. Nothing special, and the staff was extremely young and therefore less professional than I would have expected. The food was good but not great. Overall an okay experience but we probably won't return. When I spen $120 for 2 people I expect to be at least very pleased and not leave thinking "that was okay"."

Dined on 04/08/2012

2007

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Son's B/day

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2012

Dined on 04/08/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It was a great time had by all!"

Dined on 04/08/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ultimately what redeemed

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2011

Dined on 04/08/2012

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Ultimately what redeemed this expensive occasion was the server Beth. She was great. Warm, hospitable and very attentive! Don't arrive for the last hour of this brunch as some dishes have either not been replaced or have sat too long. For two of us the outing was 120.00. And we just didn't feel it stood up overall. Again, Beth made it enjoyable and I would give the restaurant marks for very friendly staff. While I wouldn't return for the brunch, I would try dinner where I know the food will be freshly prepared."