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 !!!“

“We had a wonderful celebratory birthday dinner last night. The meal was outstanding and our server was the perfect balance of attentiveness and good humor. I had one of the evening's specials: grilled sea bass in beurre blanc—crispy on the outside and tender and moist on the inside. It was accompanied by perfectly prepared brocollini and potatoes. I couldn't resist the taramisu—always my favorite end to the meal. It was a delight!“

“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!“

“The food was great! We had the beet salad... lots of beets ans great combination of vegetables. We also had the linguine, really good too! We tried a couple of bakery items that we enjoyed, also! Staff and service were great! They were pleasant and helpful!“

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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 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“

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

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

“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“

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

“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“

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

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

“Very nice establishment. The food was great. Pictured is the scallops dish and the fettuccine dish. Both were delicious. They have indoor and outdoor seating. They also have really good desserts too. Prices are reasonable. 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!“

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

“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!“

“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’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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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 like stopping there on bike rides“

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

“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!!!“

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

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

“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“

“America's favorite place to poop“

“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“

“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!“

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