Dana Point Restaurants with Ocean Views
Few places in Southern California pair a great meal with a view quite like this. In Dana Point, the Pacific is part of the experience, whether you're watching sailboats glide into Dana Point Harbor or catching the last light of sunset from a blufftop terrace high above the waves.
Locals and visitors rave about RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel for Pan-Latin coastal cuisine with a sweeping ocean backdrop, and its lounge Bar RAYA for a golden hour cocktail. Perched above the harbor, Chart House is a longtime favorite for seafood and panoramic water views. At Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, Bourbon Steak Orange County and AVEO Table + Bar bring polished dining to the coast. For something more relaxed, 180blu serves poolside bites with Pacific views.
Tip: Book around sunset for the best seat in the house, and look for sustainably sourced seafood on the menu. Between meals, stop by Organic Tree Juice Bar & Café, a community favorite from our Local Business Spotlight series.