50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Dana Point

“The Pizza Crust here is superb! Thicky, chewy, and crusty on the outside. Service was also great. Very attentive and were accommodating for both our 3 month old and two small dogs.“

“Always enjoy staying at the Waldorf Astoria. Nice escape, great location, attentive staff. Perfect getaway.“

“I am not a vegan but I must say that this restaurant is the best food I have had in a long time. The service was great and the ambience very nice. The food amazing !!!“

“This has become my favorite spot in Dana Point since I moved back a few years ago. Amazing food & juices. Customer service is fantastic with lots of smiles. Thanks Vibe❤️“

“Authentic Italian cuisine at its finest! The pasta dishes are homemade and divine. The service is top-notch and the staff is friendly. Can't wait to go back!“

“Eggplant Reuben wins!“

“Great meal. Christiana was friendly, attentive and had great suggestions. The steak and eggs was good… the steak had a slight gamey taste (kinda like lamb) but the flavor and tenderness were solid. The mushroom toast dish was amazing. Pizza was solid. French toast was just ok. Overall good experience.“

“Folks that work here gave random strangers with camera's Water. That was an amazingly refreshing thing to do! This is a business i would support any day! Thanks for your hospitality!“

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“I am from Texas and staying at the INN across the street. my son and I loved it. Can definitely taste its homemade. The service was excellent and we definitely had leftovers to take with us.“

“Came here a couple nights before a wedding event.

We had a later reservation and upon entering we learned that technically the restaurant closes at that time, but since the system accepted our reservation they were staying open for us.

Not once did they rush us or make us feel bad. There were 10 of us and 2 little kids. They had all the patience in the world and infact were insistent for us to take our time and enjoy the amazing food.

The meal itself was very nice and I would highly recommend this spot for great Italian food. The restaurant is very big and the outdoor space is cute!“

“Great experience at Dana Point Ale House! The beer selection was excellent with a wide variety of options! Service was top-notch—friendly, fast, and attentive. The atmosphere is a blast with friends after work, lively, and welcoming. Definitely a place I'd recommend and return to.“

“Great food, great wine, great service! I have been here 3x in the past month and each time marvel at the delicious food and wonderful wine along with getting to know the owners which has been such a treat! I can highly recommend them for lunch, happy hour and weekend evening entertainment!“

“Great atmosphere with great service. Loved how an entire team look out for you from the greeting to the end.“

“This has got to be some of the best poke in SoCal! Their fish is super fresh and the sauce doesn't mute the flavors of the fish. Everything is added carefully and you can choose any topping you want to add in making the meal very filling if you get a large! I left their ahi, salmon, octopus combo. It was so good!“

“This place is a retreat, heaven and happy place. I love it all. ❤️🌱“

“I was immensely grateful to step into a stunning restaurant that exuded elegance, with an impeccable standard of service provided by the professional waitstaff. The warm welcome from the owner at Homeslice Dana Point was truly heartwarming, setting the tone for a memorable evening. As I perused the menu, I was pleasantly surprised by the affordability of the exquisite cuisine. Every bite felt like a culinary journey through Europe, and the ambiance was akin to a cozy evening abroad, with fellow diners basking in the joy of a Saturday night well spent.Thank you .Fahim Fazli“

“This restaurant is a hidden gem. The food is incredible, the service is amazing, and we love the live piano music. There are so many restaurants in the area to choose from, but we find ourselves always choosing Luxe.“

“I’ve never had a bad meal at the Craft House. Every single thing I’ve ordered was delicious. Kate & Nate are the very best and make dining there so fun!!! I could eat there every day!!!!“

“Best sushi I have ever had“

“Consistently Fantastic Brunch Spot Near the Marriott!

Every time we stay at the Marriott Laguna Cliffs in Dana Point, we make a point to walk over to What A Dish for brunch, and it never disappoints. The outdoor seating is charming and relaxed, perfect for soaking in the coastal vibe.

This visit was no exception, the food was absolutely delicious. Everything we ordered was spot-on, flavorful, and came out quickly. You order at the counter, but don’t let that fool you, the service is top-notch. The staff was incredibly attentive, regularly checking in to top off coffee and water, and making sure we had everything we needed.

What really impressed me is how consistently every staff member went out of their way to be helpful and kind. Everyone had a smile, and the whole experience gave off warm, happy vacation energy. You do tip at the time of ordering, which can be a gamble at some places, but here the service went above and beyond. Honestly, one of the best service experiences I’ve had anywhere. This is how it should be handled everywhere.

Can’t recommend this spot enough if you’re in Dana Point. Great food, great vibes, and genuinely lovely people. We’ll be back, again and again!“

“The service provided by the staff, from the front desk to valet parking and restaurant waiters, was exceptional, with a remarkable level of attentiveness.“

“Great service, Jack was super welcoming and made sure we were enjoying the time there.“

“I liked the food here, the staff was always checking in and filling up the complementary salasa and chips. I got the veggie chimichanga and my wife got the wet burrito. I really appreciated them working with my customisation of making it a veggie chimichanga, however, I wish they have a side of the rice and beans which would normally be in there. Other than that, I think the overall food tasted good. We also liked their drinks, we tried the Spicy Mango and the michelada. This was a cute date spot, definitely on the little pricer side bht still good.“

“And the pastries are excellent...above excellent. First day service was a bit disjointed...seemed like half the fairly large number of staff were training. Second day was entirely different...couldn't have been better, faster, more efficient.“

“Fantastic coffee! Would definitely recommend.“

“I like stopping there on bike rides“

“Best Place in Dana Point best margaritas“

“Once again, the food, service and atmosphere were exceptional! Wonderful gem in the middle of Dana Point! Today we had the delicious Seafood Mocajete for two!“

“I give 5 stars for this restaurant from the Deliamar shop with support and respect Great food and great service.“

“Love the O.J., Croissant with Cheesy Omelette and Quiche was pretty good. Also tried the Custard filled pastry and Marble pound cake next day. This location was a much better experience compared to the Newport Beach location, employee here was friendly, helpful and smiled, which made us want to come back.

Out of all the locations, we visit this one the most. Ava hands down is the best! Always friendly and great to deal with.“

“we visited from the UK & we had an amazing time. the food was great & the live band was brilliant. your staff were very friendly also“

“I always receive great and friendly service when eating here. The menu variety is impressive and the food is delicious, fresh to order. I’ve enjoyed the shrimp tacos, fried chicken sandwich, chicken fingers, fish and chips.
Seating outdoors with great ocean view is always stellar.
So nice to have a great cafe with many food options when visiting the beach.“

“Sofi was super sweet and helpful with choosing my first treat. I went with the Sunset Açaí with Honey! Delicious! 😋. Super clean, however, it does take time to get your order. Worth the wait, so be patient! 💛 Plenty of places
To sit inside or in the spacious patio with shade or sunny skies.“

“Highly recommended 😂 Yummy food and friendly servers . Thumbs up 👍“

“Great deli in Dana Point, always good!“

“Love going here and having a delicious sandwich and beer made by the cutest staff!“

“Great sports bar with great food options. I highly recommend the Thai pasta and pizza. Wings are perfect and cocktails are amazing!!!“

“Great ambiance, pets are welcome, super staff & eats! Lots of compliments check them out!“

“I absolutely love this restaurant. The customer service is above and behind. The street tacos are my favorite. It melts in your mouth so good. We have had many things off their menu. Nothing disappoints. The selection is huge and everything you could order will be the best. Enjoy you will certainly be back.“

“This was absolutely the sweetest!

The young lady at the window was waving at my son which I already thought was sweet. But to get home and get everything/one out of the car, our baby was crying her eyes out and our toddler was no where to be found and to look up to see this sweet little note on my coffee cup made my day 🥹!

Another time there, the young lady at window just talked with me as I was waiting for my coffee! I thought it was so refreshing especially with all the craziness that comes with the holidays! It was nice!

Thanks and keep up the great service!!“

“We love the Rootbeer Float and Banana Split Ice Cream here ... 👈🤔🤫😜😋😂🤣“

“Delicious and fine food, stunning scenery, exceptional personnel. Absolutely recommended!“

“Nice staff and The veggie bagel was bomb! Thanks!“

“Al Fresco Dining at Aveo Table + Bar located at the Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point. Loved the 7 Curry Pancake and Local Fisherman's Halibut. They need to bring those Apple Fritter donuts on the menu!“

“Fantastic coffee! Would definitely recommend.“

“The recent remodel done here is great work. really makes the lobby look good“

“Comprehensive menu in a casual family style restaurant. Indoor booths and tables and outdoor tables. Free parking. Friendly staff. Everything from sandwiches, breakfasts, to full dinners. Not noisy.

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp for wheelchair access“

“America's favorite place to poop“