42 Best Vegan Restaurants in 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 !!!“

“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’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!“

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“The service at Thai This is beyond compare, every employee there is friendly, helpful, and helps to create a great experience whether eating in to-go. We walked in to order to-go food and they seated us and brought us bottled water, again, service beyond compare. Now to the food, the Crispy Noodles (#1) are to die for...makes a great dessert. The Nutty Noodles chicken (#54) were great, and the Kiss Me Not garlic pork was so flavorful. They also included some tempura vegetables which were super yummy. So if you're looking for yummy food, at a great price, and with incredible service, Thai This should be your next dinner night out.“

“Our server Geo was amazing! And the whole server team really treated us like royalty. Drinks and food were absolutely divine. One of the best steaks I’ve had in my life. And side dishes were quite generous. Great way to celebrate my birthday.“

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

“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.“

“Traveling through Dana Point, we saw Orange County Creamery and popped in for a sweet treat. The shop smelled good and sweet, and the offering of flavors was quite unique. Our scooper was very friendly and made recommendations of her favorite flavors. I went with the s'mores flavor, and I would encourage anyone to try it!“

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

“There are very few dining experiences in Southern California where you’re literally on the sand at a property of this caliber. I use this spot strategically — when a client is weighing a significant purchase in the Monarch Beach or Ritz Cove area and I need them to viscerally understand what the lifestyle looks like, this is where I take them. The oceanfront setting is immaculate, the food quality matches the property’s standard, and the whole experience communicates what this coastal market actually delivers at the top tier. I’ve had clients shift from interested to committed after a lunch here. The combination of the Pacific view, the sand, and the resort backdrop closes that gap between looking at a home and wanting to live that life.“

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

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

“This is a stellar restaurant with a great family-owned vibe. Chef Rob is brilliant and the apps, entrees, and desserts are all exquisite. His creativity that he lets loose in his Flight Club events is unparalleled. They have extra-friendly staff and elite customer service. And the fine dining experience comes with a fair price and an amazing value. Check it out and meet the Chef, you won’t be disappointed.“

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

“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!“

“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 deli in Dana Point, always good!“

“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!“

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

“Food: Sushi rolls were excellent and pretty competitive prices. My favorite was the caterpillar. Fish quality was excellent. Avocado and cucumber was fresh and sushi didn't taste like it had sugar in it which was excellent.!

Service: Sucks. They are impatient, rude, and quick to walk away and pretend they didn't hear you. For example I asked if a waiter could remove a plate. He ignored me and signaled at the busboy to pick up the plate instead. Even the busboy realized that was odd.“

“Clean, fresh vegetables in their meals. Excellent dishes, wide choice.“

“I’ve been going here for years and years. This staff is incredible. They are about to change management and I hope you keep all the same ladies that have been there for years. I get treated badly at so many restaurants because of how I look and they are always so kind and always have a smile on their faces when I walk in because I used to be a super regular. These are incredible women and I hope they stay if they want.“

“Visited with two kids and a toddler. Food was excellent, and service was superb! We ordered pad Thai, massaman curry, and crying tiger beef. All of it was great. The staff was super friendly, and they brought out fun trays and silverware for the kids.“

“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 like stopping there on bike rides“

“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.“

“Food and service is excellent!“

“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 ... 👈🤔🤫😜😋😂🤣“

“Awesome. Colorful. Quick. Clean. A+++.“

“nice breakfast this morning, always enjoy HH Cafe when we visit.“

“First time in 20 years, our Chefs Special was missing ingredients!! Still tasted good.“

“Excelente la comida de primera calidad“

“The food was so delicious.“

“The food? IMPECCABLE. I went with a large group of friends and we decided to try just about everything, sharing around the table. Yum! Best. Idea. Ever. The Ambiance was just as we had hoped - ideal for us to comfortably hang out and yap a bit. It was a perfectly fun and inviting atmosphere. The service? AMAZING. We had Mikey as our server. He was so fun, so attentive, so friendly. You'd think he was just one of our group. He made us feel welcome and watched over. I can't wait to come back to Salt Creek! And, Yes! We are asking for Mikey! So should you!“

“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!“

“Best in class. Green bean fries are the bomb!“