Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Orange County

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8

4.8 (10760)

$30 and under

Californian

Newport Beach

About the restaurant

Voted as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" for 2023 by OpenTable in the United States

The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides "world class" ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. Situated on the sandy beach, The Beachcomber's outdoor patio provides the perfect spot to enjoy the ocean's breeze while sipping on your favorite cocktail or enjoying one of the many favorite entrees and appetizers.

The Beachcomber's outdoor tropical bar 'The Bootlegger' with thatch roofing provides the perfect spot to escape from the world while enjoying one of many tropical libations.

Top review

JannVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Had a wonderful celebration for my son's birthday. Service was great, for was fantastic and the view sitting outside was beautiful.

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BEACHCOMBER BEIGNETS

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Beignets and Ambrosia

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MAHI MAHI TACOS

Duke's Huntington Beach

4.8

4.8 (7240)

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Huntington Beach

About the restaurant

We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout and delivery! Please visit our website, dukeshuntington.com for our latest menu updates and to order takeout online.

California’s surf capital is also home to fine island dining. Duke’s Huntington Beach, located at the pier entrance, is a hotspot for surfers, locals, and visitors alike, honoring the Ambassador of Aloha himself, Duke Kahanamoku. Delicious entrees, craft cocktails and the world-famous Hula Pie dessert mix with a passionate surf culture to create an adventurous atmosphere rooted in the aloha spirit. It’s never been easier to experience a taste of Hawaii in California with locally sourced, contemporary island cuisine and cocktails fit for a legend.

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Jennifer

Dined 2 days ago

The service was impeccable & he was so wonderful. The food was top-notch, of course, and it was just an amazing evening as it always is at Dukes!!!!

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Fish Tacos

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Coconut-Crusted French Toast

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Coconut Shrimp

RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7

4.7 (2569)

$31 to $50

Latin American

Dana Point / Monarch Beach

About the restaurant

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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MarieVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Is good, The scenery is great, the place is wide, the view is good, it's very suitable for chatting and drinking, the service is also very good, the food is just average, but I will go and bring my friends with me again, because nice environment is a big reason France get together

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Scallops & Pork Belly

The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach

4.7

4.7 (2119)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Laguna Beach

About the restaurant

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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JohnVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The service and food were great. The main course was a little slow coming out, so our waiter gave us an Ahi tuna appetizer and a Caesar salad - very generous of them - the wood-fired strip steak with the glaze on it was fantastic. The Cab the waiter recommended was terrific with the steak- thanks for everything!!!

FIN SUSHI & SAKE at Hotel Laguna

4.7

4.7 (135)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Laguna Beach

About the restaurant

The fish is fresh and the sake is strong at Fin, our oceanview sushi restaurant, located inside the historic Hotel Laguna in the heart of Downtown Laguna Beach. Offering the freshest daily-caught local seafood as well as imported delicacies like Hokkaido scallops and firefly squid, plus a selection of award-winning sake, it is a thrilling adventure in flavor and fun. Belly up to the Tokyo-style bar for lively chef interaction and unforgettable omakase or take a table overlooking the sea and sample to your heart’s desire.

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Duke

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Great sushi and service. Prices are fair for Laguna Beach. Must try

Jolie

4.7

4.7 (550)

$31 to $50

American

Huntington Beach

About the restaurant

Upscale waterfront dining brought to you by the team behind The Goldfinch (Irvine, CA) & The 908 (Long Beach, CA).

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David

Dined today

Excellent experience. Maybe avoid the parking beneath. $22.50 for 3 hours

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Experience

Brunch at Jolie

Wind & Sea Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1899)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Dana Point / Monarch Beach

About the restaurant

The Wind & Sea Restaurant is located on the water in the Dana Point Harbor. With water on three sides, every table has a spectacular view.
We serve fresh fish selections daily as well as Lobster tail, shrimp, steaks, and vegetarian dishes.

Monday through Friday (not available Holidays and Special occasions) we have Hawaiian Happy Hour from 4:00 to 7:00 featuring our world famous Mai Tai's as well as draft beer, wine and food specials. Big screen TV's, keep the lounge exciting at all times.

The waterfront open-air patio serves the full menu and is heated at night, perfect for an order of nachos and a margarita or a full dinner under the stars. Private banquet facilities accommodate 20 to 75.

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Janet

Dined 3 days ago

Great food, great view of harbor, great service. Love coming here and we will always come back.

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1533)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Dana Point / Monarch Beach

About the restaurant

OPEN FOR DINING INDOORS AND ON OUR WATERFRONT OUTDOOR PATIO

Join us dockside for dining with sweeping Harbor views; for a weekend breakfast, or lunch/dinner daily... in the evenings we have patio heaters to keep you warm!

Harpoon Henrys Seafood Restaurant is proud to offer a spectacular waterfront view, fresh seafood, and the latest in California Beach Cuisine. We offer our guests harbor views from our dining room and our outdoor waterfront patio. For 46 years, we have provided the best in service, ambiance, and cuisine. We have been winners of awards from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association”, a finalist for Dining Excellence from both the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the County of Orange, and our wine list has been awarded a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.”

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rhondaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great Fsthers Day Service and food outstanding Loved the view ! Everything perfect

Driftwood Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (1434)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Laguna Beach

About the restaurant

Driftwood Kitchen and Stateroom bar is a casual restaurant that serves ocean-to-table fare next to a lovely waterfront view. Helmed by executive Chef Rainer Schwarz, the menu showcases an eclectic selection of seafood dishes that highlight the diversity of the Pacific. Menu highlights include hand-shucked oysters, salmon, octopus, swordfish and lobster, prepared with nothing but the finest and freshest ingredients. Driftwood also offers alternative menu items for landlubbers, such as dishes made of chicken or steak.

Driftwood Kitchen and Stateroom Bar is open all through the week. In addition to its dinner menu, the restaurant serves brunch 7 days a week between 9 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. The airy dining room is a great place to enjoy a casual business lunch or a fun outing with friends. Driftwood Kitchen also boasts a bar, open from 9am - 10:30pm everyday.

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Quinn

Dined 1 day ago

We had a great spot on the patio and a beautiful sunset. While we waited for our table we sat at the bar and hopped to order a cocktail but the bartender was overwhelmed and too busy and never took our order in the full 20 minutes we sat there. Our waitress, Devon did a great job and once seated at the table the experience was better. Oysters were not in season and we should have not ordered them. Otherwise the food was good.

Parkestry Rooftop Bar

4.1

4.1 (881)

$31 to $50

American

Anaheim

About the restaurant

Escape the ordinary at Parkestry Bar & Lounge, an elevated rooftop experience at the JW Marriott Anaheim Resort. Immerse yourself in a sophisticated ambiance with panoramic city and Disneyland views, vibrant live music, and a curated selection of handcrafted cocktails and delicious small bites. It's the perfect place to unwind after a day of adventure or celebrate a special occasion in style.

- WEEKLY HAPPENINGS -
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: All Night Happy Hour
Thursdays: Throwback night with live DJ, $12 cocktails, $4 tacos and late night dessert happy hour
Fridays: Live DJ, BOGO draft beer, 8 personal pizza
Saturday: Live DJ, 9pm Power hour with $12 cocktails and $10 select apps

LOCATION: On the rooftop of the modern JW Marriott, Anaheim Hotel overlooking Disneyland and Anaheim.
PARKING: Valet parking is complimentary at Parkestry for up to two hours with dining validation.

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Andres

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

Service was a little slow, although it was the weekend around 830 it was packed and if you’re in the far corner you can get easily overlooked. They did make a great cocktail though

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