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1. Harvest

4.7

Exceptional(2514)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 44 times today

Our restaurant, bar and private dining room celebrate the storied history of California's organic farming, brewing, and oenology. Outdoor patio seating unveils stunning Aliso Canyon and golf course views. As an homage to the original homesteaders, fresh-made food and drink are a focus throughout your dining experience, with many ingredients harvested on property. What we don't grow here is thoughtfully sourced.Kyle St. John is the Executive Chef bringing his passion of farm-to-table cooking and fresh, locally-sourced cuisine. The menu changes with each season, integrating fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables grown and gathered from our own half-acre Harvest Farm. The new bar is a haven of sociability, featuring an innovative handcrafted cocktail menu, enticing wine list and 18 craft beers on tap—all for sipping along with earnest conversation.The Harvest team shares their masterfully creative and intensely local take on California coastal cuisine designed with food-lovers in mind.

2. Truly Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(532)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 173 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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3. Salt Creek Grille Orange County

4.5

Awesome(450)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 39 times today

Nestled along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, Salt Creek Grille proudly returns to the Dana Point community under new ownership. Our newly remodeled interiors and stunning outdoor patio exude elegance and comfort for unparalleled ambiance, setting the perfect stage for savoring our enhanced menu that features a true, wood-fired American steakhouse with a California coastal twist.

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4. Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort

4.8

Exceptional(4529)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 85 times today

Nestled along the picturesque Southern California coastline in Laguna Beach, Splashes offers an exceptional dining experience that celebrates innovative coastal cuisine. Helmed by renowned Chef Ron Fougeray, the menu blends fresh, local ingredients with creative culinary techniques, delivering vibrant dishes that capture the essence of coastal California. Sommelier-selected wines from the restaurant's award-winning wine program enhance the dining experience with perfect harmony. Indulge in modern elegance in a newly renovated dining room, where the soothing sights and sounds of the ocean create a serene atmosphere. Guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific as they savor contemporary coastal flavors, making every meal a memorable occasion. The team at Splashes invites guests to celebrating the beauty of coastal living with an unforgettable dining experience that reflects the spirit of Laguna Beach.

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5. The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach

4.7

Exceptional(2109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Laguna Beach

Booked 29 times today

Located in the oceanfront resort, Montage Laguna Beach, The Loft features stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean – the perfect backdrop for enjoying market-fresh, creative American cuisine with friendly, informed, and professional service. Innovative signature dishes reflect California regional cuisine with strong influences from the Americas; other favorites also include roasted meats and seafood.

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6. Starfish Laguna Beach

4.8

Exceptional(2300)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Laguna Beach

Booked 37 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!

7. Coastal Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(5135)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 92 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.

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8. Sapphire, Cellar.Craft.Cook

4.7

Exceptional(1870)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 51 times today

Sapphire, Cellar. Craft. Cook located in Laguna Beach is committed to providing our guests with exceptional service, quality, and value. We aspire to perfect our craft, create emotional connections, and set the benchmark for cuisine in Southern California, and beyond.Come, be a guest in our home. We look forward to serving you!

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9. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.8

Exceptional(2551)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 27 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.

10. Las Brisas

4.4

Awesome(12310)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 97 times today

Las Brisas, a Laguna Beach icon, blends timeless charm with classic Southern California cuisine, offering fresh, chef-curated dishes and world-class hospitality. Start your day with our Weekday Breakfast or unwind during our Weekday Happy Hour with bites like Tuna Poke and a Las Brisas Margarita. On weekends, savor our luxurious 4-course Brunch while enjoying breathtaking ocean views. Whether dining in our elegant rooms or relaxing on the outdoor patio, Las Brisas provides a historic coastal setting perfect for any occasion.

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AlyssaVIP
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Amazing pizzas served with smiles! Love the atmosphere!
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Truly PizzaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.8
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Roger
Los Angeles •4 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Food was cooked perfectly. We had the Uni oysters special and a New York strip steak. The steak was cooked perfectly @ medium rare. Unfortunately it was lukewarm and not hot. I would go back and try it again.
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HarvestPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Laguna Beach
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4.7
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Donald
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always Great even better than lasttime great food nd ambiance
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Salt Creek Grille Orange CountyPrice: Expensive• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.5
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Orange County •32 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Drinks weren’t up to par as they usually are but food was great!
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Starfish Laguna BeachPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• Laguna Beach
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4.8
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Heidi
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and outstanding service!! Noise level was high in bar area and surrounding dining tables. But the remaining area of the restaurant was fine.
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Coastal KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.8

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