49 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Dana Point

“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!“

“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 !!!“

“I’ve lived in OC since 1977 and enjoyed Dana Point so many times, but this was my first visit to Jack’s. Clearly, I have been missing out! We went during the 4-6pm happy hour seating; enjoying cheaper drinks and smaller portions. It seemed that everyone there was a known regular except us. We were treated just as well. The vibe is casual, but the wait staff is first class! It would be hard in OC to find better service, and we were just on the patio. Make sure to allow the bread bowl at your table. Tonight it was a garlic focaccia which alone would be a money maker and it was free! Delicious cocktails, awesome food, and we did share a chocolate brownie that ate like lava cake. So good! We’ll be back with friends many times, I’m sure of it.“

“I wondered how I could eat well on vacation. Vibe was across the street from my rental and I was so happy to find it! Meal problem solved! I bought a couple of bowls and a wrap during my stay. I even got my mom and two sisters to visit with me. They found something to try, too! Wish you had a store in Utah, I'd try everything on the menu. I actually got to have ice-cream! Thank you Vibe, Dana Point.“

“Eggplant Reuben wins!“

“Fantastic!
I don’t have another word for what I just experienced. This is literally the first time I have felt compelled to leave feedback on a culinary experience since before COVID 19.
Thank you,
thank you!

We will be back for more.“

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“Fun place, great beer, killer music, and friendly owner. Christian, the owner, is always friendly, plays great music, and will always remember they type of beer you like. Also they have a great selection. By selection, I don't mean only a variety of IPAs. They stock Belgian whits, triples, stouts, porters, lagers, and of course, the obligatory IPAs. Also have a bevy of games as well. If you see me there, open invitation to anyone who is up for a game of chess“

“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 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“

“OK, been near this place before with the restaurant next-door the vibe which is really good too. But Le Saint is fantastic. Had the reference “OK madame and just so French so good just what a great day to spend a lazy morning enjoying the town and enjoying good food. The service was outstanding. Super nice super kind helpful knowledgeable Patient just good people. Will be coming back again. Our next trip to Dana point.“

“This place is AMAZING! Pizza and wings are so good and their service is better than any other pizza place in Dana Point . The man who took my order was so funny and helpful and delivery was fast and easy! They went above and beyond for me and helped me get my pizza on time even on a day as busy as 4th of July! Shout out to you guys at Flippin Pizza! Definitely will be back :)“

“We had intended to go to a different restaurant this night and stumbled upon Carmelita’s and I’m so glad we did! This was my first time in and everything was super good. Taste was excellent, atmosphere was great, sat outside, but beyond everything the service was remarkable. We sat at Eddie’s table and he greeted us with such care and intention, we thought he was the owner of the restaurant. He was so kind, funny, personable, and had great recommendations on the food. He even made a drink special to my preferences and assured me that if I didn’t like it, he would replace. It was perfect, and didn’t need replacement but he was truly above and beyond. We were laughing with him and we’ll definitely be back.“

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

“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.“

“Tried this poke spot and honestly it exceeded expectations. The ingredients were super fresh, portions were generous, and everything was packed with flavor. The staff were friendly and the service was quick too. Definitely one of the best poke places I’ve been to — I’ll for sure be coming back.“

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

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

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

“Great food and views. recommended“

“Really enjoyed my stay! The rooms were quiet and comfortable, the hotel bar was fantastic, and the room service was excellent. Loved the thoughtful little amenities—they really made a difference.“

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

“My favorite coffee shop!! All the staff are so kind and knowledgeable, the coffee and pastries are amazing, and the vibes are immaculate. And all the gluten free options are genuinely delicious. Chloe, David, and Mia are awesome, along with the whole staff. And there’s always such fun seasonal drinks! 15/10 I do recommend“

“Our new favorite brunch spot! Food was absolutely delicious. The staff was very friendly. We went on a Sunday morning and it was busy but food came out very fast. The food was SO GOOD! The highlight was definitely the jojos egg Benedict. But everything we got was delicious from the breakfast burrito, the French toast, buckwheat blueberry pancakes, omelette. We literally ordered more food after our first round because it was so good!! The location is great! Easy parking! Highly recommend!“

“Best Place in Dana Point best margaritas“

“I loved this location!! Staff is super friendly and accommodating, and the drinks are always good. I got the seasonal smores cold brew, which they were able to modify and make it half caf since I’m pregnant. My husband got the PB cup cold brew, and we kept switching off because both were amazing. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Visited during their soft opening and everything was wonderful! Great location, clean store, friendly staff, super refreshing smoothie and wonderful avocado toast and wrap. The sweet owner was there welcoming us in and even gave our furbaby a fresh treat. Will be back again and again!“

“Great deli in Dana Point, always good!“

“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!!!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“So yummy! The girls were very helpful to make changes to the menu items. The vegan banana bread was good. They asked if I wanted the end or middle piece which I forget to ask sometimes.

Got a pina colada smoothie, I would probably do strawberry instead of banana next time. It was tasty but I love strawberry with coconut in general. My partner had the Swami, switched bananas for blueberry and couldn’t stop smacking on it! Forgot to take the picture before eating it.

Overall enjoyable experience after a long hike!“

“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.“

“I feel that Moulin in Laguna Beach is a bit better than this location, but I still had a good experience here. One thing that has always disappointed me about Moulin is the size of their lattes—they're just too small. I wish they offered larger latte options on the menu. Other than that, everything was good, and I would probably come back more often if they served bigger lattes.“

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

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

“I like stopping there on bike rides“

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

“Amazing stay, gorgeous views and incredible hospitality! Loved it all and highly recommend!“

“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!“

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

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

“Wonderful food great service, and amazing vibe and the singer…omg I have no words how to express how much I love the singer in the pianist, I had a wonderful time“

“The food was so delicious.“

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

“My wife and I ride bicycles, we enjoy being able to stop on our way to the coffee shop, we message our order in and then proceed to the shop. The order is available for us when we arrive, we sit on the patio to enjoy our snack and coffee. Excellent“

“America's favorite place to poop“

“I've eaten at multiple locations and I always remembered the food being great. I heard that the service was not great at this location but that was not my experience at all. They kept my drink full and accommodated all my requests. I had the French onion soup.“

“Great food with excellent service… great views with a cool indoor atmosphere … our go to spot when in the area!“