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Coastal Kitchen

4.8 (5194)
$30 and under
American
34091 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629-2728

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2 people
9:30 PM

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 449-2822
  • Website
    https://www.coastalkitchendanapoint.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Grant
  • Location
    34091 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629-2728
  • Neighborhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Cross street
    Pacific Coast Hwy & Blue Lantern
  • Parking details
    You can park in our private lot. Please enter through the back alley. There is also free street parking in front of the restaurant off Pacific Coast Hwy and on Blue Lantern. Coming with 2 cars? Use our tandem parking in the back.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,194 people are saying

Coastal Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coastal Kitchen consistently delivers "excellent food" and "outstanding service," making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Patrons rave about dishes like the crab cake salad, trout dip, and Hawaiian ribeye. While some mention noise levels, the "friendly staff" and "lovely atmosphere" ensure a "5-star experience."
5,194 Reviews

  1. mike VIP

    Orange County69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    House salad nice portion a little small. Grouper entree very good. Chicken blt sandwich good chicken a bit thin so a little dry. Key lime pie very good

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  2. Laura VIP

    Orange County2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We didn’t appreciate the 90 minute limit to dine (sign & verbal- tacky) (especially given screaming children running around.). CL has lost its luster as far as we’re concerned.

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  3. Rob

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Party of six adults and two kids for a birthday dinner. Holly took great care of us and it was a nice evening

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  4. Jackson

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great! Food was tasty and hot, service was quick and friendly

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  5. Denise

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the salmon while my partner had the ribs. Both were delicious as always, but the salmon was more well-done this time around. Also, my broccoli was drenched in olive oil to the point where usually there is just "a drizzle". Service here is kinda hit or miss. Twice already, I have received two servers who did not seem like they were happy to be there and seemed annoyed anytime I asked for something.

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  6. Connie

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our meal, however, they asked if we were celebrating a birthday. We were. I was disappointed as they do not give a complimentary desert . So why ask?

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  7. Phyllis VIP

    Orange County3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed a nice dinner with daughter and her family before heading back home. Sat on patio and it’s unfortunate they are on a busy street.

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  8. Dianne

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Coastal Kitchen for lunch. The restaurant was filled with patrons and our waitress was attentive and never seemed to be in a hurry. It was clear to us that she was focused on our needs and requests. Not only was the service excellent from arrival to departure. We ordered a dozen oysters as our starter and the oysters were delicious . The crab salad was super; our all time favorite! We will return again soon!

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  9. Paul VIP

    New Mexico71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent staff and food experience from "hello" at the entrance through the serving of starters and mains. Crab cakes were enjoyed by two of the diners and were pronounced "the best ever" and the ribs are perfection. Hummus and spinach and kale dip for the starters were excellent and all plates were served quickly but never rushed. Total party size of five and we sat outdoors with a small dog..

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  10. Michael

    New York City52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    we both had the salmon which was very good but the mashed potatoes that we requested were barely warm. The clam chowder was great. The 15 corkage was very fair. i was celebrating 79 birthday but was offered no complimentary dessert like i would have gotten had i gone to Hannah’s in RSM. it was very noisy where we were seated inside near the entrance.

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Coastal Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 5194 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Google Map for Coastal Kitchen

34091 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629-2728

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pacific Coast Hwy & Blue Lantern
  • Neighborhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    You can park in our private lot. Please enter through the back alley. There is also free street parking in front of the restaurant off Pacific Coast Hwy and on Blue Lantern. Coming with 2 cars? Use our tandem parking in the back.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Grant
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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