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Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Dana Point / Monarch Beach

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1. Truly Pizza
4.8
Exceptional(603)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 178 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.
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2. Hook & Anchor - Dana Point
4.4
Awesome(61)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 20 times today
Hook & Anchor has arrived in Dana Point, bringing a celebrated seafood experience to the California coast. This highly anticipated restaurant features a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, ideal for enjoying the freshest catches and culinary delights. The menu is a tribute to the ocean's bounty, showcasing signature lobster rolls, acclaimed as the best in California, along with delectable cioppino and expertly prepared oysters. Don’t miss the mouthwatering lobster carbonara, a creamy dish that will delight your taste buds. The ambiance at Hook & Anchor is inviting, with spacious booths, high-top tables, and a lively bar, creating a vibrant yet comfortable setting. The expansive patio offers stunning ocean views, perfect for sunset dinners or leisurely weekend brunches. Hook & Anchor is committed to providing an exceptional dining experience, with friendly staff ready to help you choose the perfect dish or pairing. Come and discover Dana Point's newest coastal gem!
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3. Luxe Restaurant and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(659)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 6 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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4. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
4.7
Exceptional(2581)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 33 times today
RAYA, a restaurant concept by Chef Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin coastal cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and signature Latin flavors.
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5. CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point
4.7
Exceptional(1557)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 15 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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6. Luciana's Ristorante
4.7
Exceptional(3522)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 35 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. Starfish Laguna Beach
4.8
Exceptional(2337)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • Laguna Beach
Booked 57 times today
Thank you for thinking of Starfish Laguna! Indoor & Patio Dining are available! Reservations are strongly encouraged, and available via phone at 949.715.9200.Lunch: Daily from 11a - 3pOpium Hour: Everyday 3p - 6p (dine-in only)Dinner: Daily from 3p - 9pWe offer our full menu for takeout and delivery, with delivery offered in partnership with Doordash or through our website. To place a pickup order, please call 949.715.8205. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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8. KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
4.6
Exceptional(219)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 9 times today
Join Chef Sanjay’s culinary journey from New Delhi to Dana Point and enjoy a contemporary approach to Indian regional specialties that places creative artistry, quality of ingredients, and respect for authentic flavors and ingredients at the forefront of cooking. KAHANI, which means "story" in Hindi, is open from Tuesday through Thursday from 5 - 9 p.m. and Friday - Saturday from 5 - 10 p.m.
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9. Rosewood Social
4.7
Exceptional(242)
Price: Expensive
• Southeast Asian • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 17 times today
Located on the rooftop of the historic Franciscan Plaza in San Juan Capistrano, Rosewood Social combines the unique flavors of the traditional American steakhouse with soulful Southeast Asian cuisine. Enjoy delicious food with a signature cocktail or a glass of wine on a terrace overlooking Mission San Juan at sunset. Join us for a relaxing and truly memorable dining and drinking experience!
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10. Bloom Restaurant + Bar
4.8
Exceptional(927)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 18 times today
Orange County-based restaurateur Russ Bendel and partners are bringing a sister restaurant to his thriving wine country concepts to the San Juan Capistrano dining scene.Bloom is an all-encompassing dining experience, featuring craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beer selections. Located directly across from the Mission of San Juan on the corner of Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano. Check out our website for more information: www.BloomSanJuanCapistrano.comDon't forget to follow us on instagram to stay up to date about Bloom: BloomRestaurantAndBar

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