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A photo of Hook & Anchor - Dana Point restaurant
4.3
Awesome(26)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 25 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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4.6
Exceptional(650)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 10 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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4.8
Exceptional(553)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 148 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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4.8
Exceptional(5168)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 107 times today
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.
A photo of Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point restaurant
4.4
Awesome(6536)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 76 times today
Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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