50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Dana Point

“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 !!!“

“There’s no place like Jack’s in Dana Point! The service, the food, the atmosphere is unmatched! I know there’s so many new places popping up here but Jack’s is tried and true. Still here after all these years - and there’s a reason why!“

“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.“

“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 spot for tasty Italian. I have a very high bar - set by my Sicilian mother. Nary a place I've been to in CA has moved me. Giana's may have changed that. Ordered the shirt rib. The meat was more cooked than my liking, but it completely over delivered: the meat was excellent in taste and flavor, the pasta silky and beautifully cooked (I'm not an al dente loser), and the sauce was superlative. The portion was large and the price very reasonable. Drink pour could be bigger, but small glasses seems to be their shtick.
But, overall, an excellent experience. Will return.“

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“I had the spicy tuna bowl. The tuna was fresh, the rice was good, and the seaweed was good, but some pieces were tough. I wish there were more in the bowl, like more toppings. Just FYI, every topping is extra. One customer got annoyed because the total was high since he added a lot of toppings. I will go back and get a custom bowl. It was pretty busy, but the line moved fast. There is outdoor seating. Parking is limited; there is a lot of street parking. Rating: 4 out of 5“

“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.“

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

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

“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“

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

“Incredible smoothie and coffee. We just happened upon this spot on the way home and we were not at all sad that we stopped by. Do yourselves a favor and grab a smoothie. We will absolutely be back, and cheers to Robert for his cool ass spot.“

“This little quaint location off of del obispo and stonehill, dana point has been the best pizza i've tasted since living at orange county, bar none. The dough is cooked to perfection. The toppings are flavorful, and sometimes. (Rarely) i hear from customers that they get a cookie for free, courtesy of the owner.“

“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.“

“Had two meals here because the first was so good. The presentation and portion size is great. The flavours were great, clam chowder, Lobster Carbonara and my wifes seafood salad were beautiful. The staff were all friendly but a special shout out to Joe whose cocktails are the best and who is a really nice guy. Highly Recommend“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“I like stopping there on bike rides“

“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“

“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.“

“Great food and views. recommended“

“Great deli in Dana Point, always good!“

“Best sushi I have ever had“

“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!“

“Best Place in Dana Point best margaritas“

“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!“

“We were enjoying our time down by the beach and needed something to drink. Stumbled upon Coco Bloom Coffee and enjoyed our time! I enjoyed an iced vanilla iced latte and my son enjoyed a Martinelli’s apple juice! I was shocked by how fast they made my coffee and how quickly I drank it. After we ordered, a good 10 people came in and got drinks. It’s a small shop, but it is nicely organized and has some great seating out front with fresh flowers. Staff was nice and friendly too!“

“I ordered the $16 Avo Gogo smoothie (avocado, broccoli, spinach, mango, coconut, ginger, & lime) after a nice beach walk. Substitutions and modifications were not accommodated for the beverage as I was told that the ingredients are all pre-packaged. The smoothie was very tasty but I still prefer it without ginger, or substituted with mint instead.“

“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“

“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!!!!“

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

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

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

“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!“

“My friends and I love coming here for coffee date and brunch, plenty of food options, drink options, coffee, and French pastries, staff are always very accommodating, love sitting outside for a little sunshine, easy parking on site for business use only, thank you Moulin staff!“

“Really good food and drinks, speedy service, and accommodating staff. Loved our breakfast here. The croissant breakfast sandwich was delicious, and we both had good matcha and mocha lattes. Wouldn’t definitely come back! VERY extensive menu.“

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

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

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

“Fantastic coffee! Would definitely recommend.“

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

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

“The food was so delicious.“

“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!“

“I hope this Starbucks knows how lucky they are to have Kelsey. I walked there today with my family and pup and she was incredibly sweet, and just amazing customer service. As we walked home my husband kept saying “why was she so nice?!” Ha Because you don’t get that too often. I’ve worked in hospitality close to 20 years and this is the kind of employee and manager anyone is lucky to have.“

“Gotta love Hennessy
It's a standard. Here or SJC... or one of their many locations out always delivers
They're all a scene. So it's different depending on time and season regarding crowd and staff
But that's kinda part of the fun
I found they have consistently good eats and beverages and as with any restaurant they've got stand out servers/staff and some times some duds 😋
Great place to meet up, listen to some tunes and generally just pop in for a drink
I recommend it!“