Came here for a birthday dinner and overall had a really nice time. One thing I genuinely appreciated was that when two of us decided to split a steak and a salad, they plated everything already split for us. It made things feel easy and thoughtful without us having to figure it out ourselves. The sirloin was definitely a standout--really well seasoned, flavorful, and served with pesto and potatoes. We also got fries for the table and those disappeared quickly. The bread options (olive bread and sourdough with either olive butter or regular) were a great start too. I tried the French onion burger and while the meat was super tender and clearly good quality, I wasn't a fan of how sweet the onions were--they were very caramelized and kind of took over the flavor for me. The Greek salad we shared was good, just a bit more tomato-heavy than I expected. Drinks were great and everything came out smoothly. Overall, a really pleasant experience with some standout dishes. The birthday dessert at the end was a thoughtful touch! read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

This is a repeat for us every year as the Waldorf is an annual or biannual trip. Consistently great food - pasta was incredible! We tried Parmesan crusted chicken, grilled asparagus, the caramelized smash burger, filet mignon, Caesar salad and the butter cake during our stay/ everything was beautifully presented and delicious. We had the BEST most attentive servers! Estephanie, Yair, Jorge, Ignacio & Omar are top notch. They missed nothing and made us feel so catered to. The views are amazing sit outside, so you can watch the sun go down. The only dish we would really love to see back on the menu is the sea bass- best we have had and so flavorful. read more

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We went to AVEO at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in Dana Point on a Saturday night and had a really enjoyable date night. We were a party of six and had no problem getting a 7:00 p.m. reservation. We arrived about 10 minutes early and the restaurant wasn't very busy at all. Service was a little slow at times, but we were catching up and not in a rush, so it didn't bother us. It honestly felt like our server was reading the table and giving us space, especially since we started with an appetizer. I ordered the filet mignon cooked medium, and it was fantastic. It truly melted in my mouth and was cooked perfectly, with an even amount of pink throughout. It came with mashed potatoes, asparagus, and small pearl onions, which rounded out the dish nicely. The filet is definitely on the higher end price-wise--$65 for a 6 oz--but the quality absolutely matched the price, and I would order it again without hesitation. For dessert, I ordered the lemon blueberry pie. It was good, but not memorable. The portion was on the smaller side, and while it tasted fine, it didn't live up to how amazing the filet was. I wouldn't order it again. We used a TravelZoo deal and paid $159 for $200 worth of food. Between my husband and me, we had two entrées, two drinks each, one appetizer, and one dessert. After the credit, we only owed $28 total, including tax and tip--which was an incredible deal. Overall, it was a great experience and a very enjoyable date night. We'll definitely be back and would recommend checking it out, especially if you can snag a deal. read more

The buffet breakfast option was so delicious. I love that there's multiple freshly squeezed juice options including a green juice and orange juice. Love a good omelette bar, there's several meat options including smoked salmon! There were also a variety of parfaits and greens. The breakfast options have something for everyone, healthy and hearty options! read more

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We are sitting at the bar having some much needed water after our long walk. The bartender is nice and so are the smoked almonds! Bf is having a Cobb salad and he seems to like it. They have huge TV's to watch sports downstairs at the Waldorf read more

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overall aveo offered great hotel breakfast with pretty views and good service. the pancakes were delicious and the aveo breakfast had all the classics read more

AVEO Table + Bar - pancakes and aveo breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

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The ambience at Aveo is spectacular, with sweeping views all the way to the ocean. For dinner, we tried the fried calamari and Argentinian clay baked bread--both were excellent. The chive butter stood out over the honey butter. The roasted peach and strawberry salad was fresh and full of flavor. The surf and turf was cooked perfectly, though the lobster could have used a bit more seasoning. The sea bass was plated beautifully and light in flavor. For dessert, we had the hazelnut chocolate rocher, warm peach blueberry cobbler, and chocolate bananas foster sundae, but none of them really impressed--they all lacked sweetness. Service started strong but dropped off at the end, and we had to flag down the host to close out our check. For breakfast, the mocha was good, and the complimentary fruit juice shot was a nice touch. Bacon came out perfectly crispy. The Denver omelet was just okay, the pancakes were too dry, but the huevos rancheros had a great kick and were very good. Unfortunately, service was poor--our waiter disappeared after taking our order, and we had to rely on the host multiple times, though he was very apologetic. Overall, the setting is beautiful and some dishes really shine, but the service and desserts could use improvement. read more

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For such a fancy restaurant I'm not sure what more I expected, but I do feel like the food here was not as good as the beach restaurant at the Waldorf. The food was good, but it didn't hit the mark like expected. I got the pasta and the salmon - salmon was very flavorful Waitstaff was very kind!' read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

AVEO Table + Bar at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach was honestly one of the most confusing dining experiences I've had in a while, because visually and service wise it felt like it was about to be amazing. My girlfriend and I came for Christmas brunch and on paper it sounded like a guaranteed win. Aesthetically it had everything going for it. Beautiful view, great ambience, a gorgeous looking spread, and the service was genuinely great. Staff was attentive, friendly, and kept everything moving smoothly. No complaints there at all. But man... the actual brunch was beyond disappointing especially for the price. It was $220 per person. Yes, $220 per person. At that price point you expect the food to be memorable, elevated, and worth the splurge. Instead it felt like a basic brunch buffet that didn't deliver on quality or flavor. A few examples the shrimp tasted like standard supermarket shrimp, nothing fresh or impressive. The oysters seemed off and were kind of warm which immediately made me nervous. The smoked salmon bagels had almost no flavor, and a lot of the other items were just average at best and honestly bland or dry. For $220 a head "average" shouldn't be part of the experience. The high notes were the bacon and a few pastries and donuts which were actually solid but that's not enough to justify what you're paying here. To make it even more frustrating the beverage situation felt cheap for the price. For $220 per person you get one complimentary glass of Chandon even though the whole setup had Veuve Clicquot branding and bottles everywhere like it was a branded brunch. To top it off there were no bottle mimosas only ordering drinks à la carte at $25-$30 each. So after paying $220 each and doing just two rounds of drinks we walked out feeling like we lit $600 on fire. Bottom line if this brunch was a quarter of the price id say it was a decent experience with a nice view. But at $220 per person it was a huge miss and nowhere near the level it should be. There are better holiday brunch options nearby like the Ritz Carlton that actually deliver premium food for premium prices. read more

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We had a great dinner here on an absolutely perfect summer evening. We got a nice spot with a great view, has excellent service and loved our dishes. We started with the bread that is not to be missed! It was worth the carbs. My wife's sea bass was stellar, perfectly cooked and delicious. I had the chicken and it was delicious, as well, and HUGE! 1/2 Chicken that is enough for two. They acknowledged my birthday which was nice and dessert was equally good. Drink prices, for cocktails and wine, are nutso. Our cocktails were good, but pretty weak and just too pricey to justify. Aside from this, it was a great meal! read more

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Honestly we come here all the time & the service is never really that great but tonight reached another level. The manager's excuse was that the restaurant above closed unexpectedly but was a very half-assed apology, almost as if he really didn't care. We're in the service industry & expect a certain type of service coming to places like this. Drinks took almost 20 minutes, we saw our waitress ONE time, we only ordered appetizers & a salad because of the wait and ended up barely being tended to until we asked a busser for the check. Was a really disappointing experience. read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

We celebrated my fathers in laws birthday dinner there last night and it was a very nice evening.. here's my honest opinion.. we had a reservation ant 6:30 and arrived at the empty hostess table. It took about 10 min before we were greeted. Got a table outside which we had requested and the views were of course AMAZING. The service was as just ok.. they were pretty attentive but didn't seem to know much about the menu when asked questions, we also had to ask for a refill. Ambiance however was amazing.. nice music playing and great lighting. The food.... The calamari was great! The tuna tartare is an absolute no! No flavor at all.. also lacking salt.. $32!! The file with the mash potatoes and asparagus was very tasty and cooked perfectly! The blueberry/lemon dessert and butter cake was pretty good.. definitely not the best but good. Overall we had a nice evening! read more

Brunch at AVEO was absolutely spectacular. The view is truly gorgeous and made the whole experience feel special from the start.The service was fabulous, especially Kevin, who was extremely accommodating and made sure everything was perfect with our table. Staff was also very thoughtful, ensuring we had adequate heaters so we could comfortably enjoy the outdoor seating.The food was fresh and high quality, with the avocado toast as a standout dish. The coffee was delicious as well. We can't wait to come back. read more

AVEO Table + Bar - View - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

Food wise I would say it's 3 stars bc I felt like I could cook what I ordered (dinner menu). We got a cheeseburger and fries, pasta alla vodka, and a kid's Mac and cheese. For the price and the fact that it's a Waldorf I do expect it taste as if I myself can't cook it but for sure I feel like I can make the pasta myself and a better kids Mac and cheese. However, the service and decor are excellent. We also had breakfast (buffet) here and the attention by the waitstaff was excellent. We waited a long time for a kid's waffle (a la carte) and they comped that. Very lovely ambiance and interior design and great service which is why I'm giving it a 4. But, I would recommend spending $20 - $30 more at another one of their restaurants in terms of food and menu. I don't know if it's because it was Christmas but the dinner menu did not have options compared to the menu pictures I saw on Yelp dated a month ago. read more

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Beautiful beautiful restaurant !! Located in the Waldorf Astoria. We were staying here and we wanted to try them for lunch. I love the ambience, they have indoor and outdoor patio seating. The outdoor seating is just gorgeous, you can literally see the ocean from here. The service was fantastic, our server was so attentive, helpful and offered some suggestions of the menu and all of our dishes were fantastic. The chicken tortilla soup was good and the watermelon salad was so refreshing. The flavors of the buratta, the heirloom tomatoes, the watermelon, cucumbers was just a flavor burst in my mouth. I loved every bite. The peruvian stir fry was another great dish, I wish they had chicken but it was a good portion. I also enjoyed the plantain chips with the aioli on the side. Super expensive but that's what you get when you eat at a place like this. You are paying for the high quality food, the view and overall we enjoyed it. We would definitely come back and next time probably do a Sunday brunch. read more

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We are staying at the Waldorf so we're able to just walk to the restaurant, they have amazing indoor and outdoor seating! We chose inside due to our baby. We ordered food and it took a while to order, however food came out relatively quick! They even gave us complimentary juice and a fruit arrangement for our daughter's first birthday! It is a nicer establishment with heat lamps outside with beautiful tiles. Inside is a fun little mix of bar to one side and then booth and table seating throughout the space. I would recommend breakfast here for sure! Can't wait to try dinner here one of the days! read more

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Was excited to go to Aveo for breakfast, but unfortunately it was underwhelming. The ambiance was nice, there was a very open floor layout and decor was classy. The food was very okay. I got the lobster omelette and unfortunately it was overcooked. The eggs were dry and the lobster was tough and chewy. Maybe I just came on a bad day. That being said, the highlight of the meal was the quick service. Everyone was extremely friendly and checked in on us a lot. Not sure if I'd choose to go back, but glad I got the experience read more

Bruce at AVEO Table & Bar delivered one of the best service experiences we've had in a long time! I almost stayed in our room that night and would have completely missed out. Bruce was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely delightful. When my husband wanted a drink that wasn't available, Bruce actually went to a neighboring restaurant to get it for us -- talk about going above and beyond! 10 read more

We went to eat our Christmas brunch at this festive decorated resort and restaurant. The food was great and the seating and the music were very nice. Maria Z. kept our drinks filled, plates cleared, and even our hearts happy by taking us to the outside ocean balcony for a quick photo shoot. The manager, whom I believe was named Edgar, greeted us, made us laugh, and made this a special Christmas treat for this old disabled veteran who normally doesn't get out to places as nice as this fine restaurant. Thank you, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year,Gary S. read more

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Dinning at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort. AVEO Table Bar Mediterranean restaurant. Amazing restaurant with amazing views. French toast was amazing. Lobster omelette was incredible. The food was top notch. The customer service was fantastic. The mimosas were very good. We enjoyed every bite of food. I wish I had more room to try other dishes. read more

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We had breakfast at AVEO Table + Bar, and it was absolutely delicious! The avocado toast was perfectly prepared -- fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The coffee was amazing too, rich and smooth, just the perfect start to the morning. The atmosphere is bright and relaxing, with a stunning view that makes the experience even better. Definitely one of the best breakfast spots we've tried -- we'll be coming back for sure! read more

Everything was perfect - great service, great food, and great view. Will definitely return with friends.

This place is absolutely beautiful! Highly recommend stopping by, even if you are not staying on the property. The restaurant has an indoor and outdoor portion and full bar. It overlooks the pool, the garden and the water The service is great and the staff is friendly. They even brought out free smoothie samples and a apricot croissant for us on the house. I have tried both dinner and brunch here. The portions are not large here, but they have your classic American breakfast options and a diverse menu for dinner read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

We had dinner last night here and am currently here now for lunch. Both times our orders for a party of 7 has been delayed by an hour, at least. I know stuff happens but for simple Meals that cost 5x-10x the normal amount. What am I paying for !!? read more

Excellent food with good variety and delicious flavor. The entire building has great ambiance, and our waiter was friendly and attentive. read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Butternut squash soup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

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Our server was amazing! I'm sad I forgot her name. We made a reservation for 6:45 PM and they seated us promptly. We sat outside to enjoy the atmosphere and watch the sunset-- it was a little chilly and they had heated lamps and blankets to make our dining experience as comfortable as can be. We tried an assortment of appetizers and main dishes and each dish was delicious! My boyfriend and I's favorite dish by far is the Saffron Rice. Everything was sooo flavorful! And the scallops were cooked to perfection (compliments to the chef!) .. such a scrumptious treat! I had higher expectations for the sea bass. The forbidden black rice and the coconut sauce that came with it didn't seem to have complemented the sea bass very well. But I enjoyed the sea bass on its own. Our last main entree was the prime filet. We ordered it medium rare and it was cooked to perfection; however, the smoked parsnip puree didn't complement the prime filet in my opinion. I think regular mashed potatoes would've been better. read more

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Had breakfast here on an overcast day but the view was still very beautiful. It was a bit chilly to sit outside but the seats inside still had a nice view of the ocean. The service here was great, very friendly staff, and even got a sample of their daily juice (pineapple, honeydew, cantaloupe) which was delicious. Ordered the Daily Juice, Cazuela de Huevos (Eggs, Black Beans, Tomatillo Salsa, Cotija Cheese, Soft Tortillas | $29) and a side of Short Stack (Buttermilk Pancakes | $12). The juice was super fresh and sweet. The Cazuela de Huevos was very yummy. While the portions aren't huge, if you don't eat much for your first meal, the food could probably last you two meals. The pancakes were also really yummy. The ambience is nice with light and airy space and comfortable seating. Overall, breakfast here was a great experience and I would be back. The entrance to the restaurant is also a lovely photo spot if you are celebrating a special occasion. I haven't had dinner here personally, but I ordered the Parsnip Soup for takeout as a snack and that was great too! read more

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Brought my Mother in Law here for her 95th Birthday. She asked for the Butternut Squash soup first, then the Greek salad. They brought the salad first, so.she waited for the soup. My wife ordered the Lobster roll with no chives, and the Ceasar salad with light dressing. They brought the Lobster roll, it had chives all over it, and the salad was swimming in a pool of dressing. I ordered the Smash Burger and fries. The burger needed seasoning (salt and pepper), but there was none on the table. They also dropped off our food and we didnt see them again for some time. I wanted condiments for the fries, but couldn't wait, so I ate them plain. All three of us were wearing dark slacks, and they gave us light-colored cloth napkins. We expect high-end restaurants to anticipate black napkins so we dont have to ask (lint on dark clothes is not something we want). We've been here 3 times before, and each time we're disappointed with the service - this will probably be our last. We're perplexed why this place always has a problem with quality service. read more

I wanted my friend to have a very happy birthday lunch and it couldn't have been any more perfect. The Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point is outstanding. From the first moment you arrive, you are met with professionalism, friendliness and a willingness to make you feel comfortable. We had a delicious lunch, and the waiter, Thomas, went above and beyond to make our experience exceptional. Thomas is a phenomenal waiter, and his warmth and professionalism made our experience extraordinary. We will definitely be back. read more

My family and I stay here at least 3 times a year and we're still so disappointed in the food selection and quality at Aveo and the pool. I wish they would up their game especially since they have such a wonderful dinner restaurant like Bourbon Steak. Why not elevate Aveo and the pool food? I hope they change something soon. :-) read more

The view is amazing. They service was slow because it was busy. They did forget my drink and got my husbands drink incorrect. The food was ok. The chicken and waffles has dry chicken but the churro waffle was delicious. I wish they had the waffle just by itself. The lobster hash had very very dry potatoes. The lobster portion is good size. read more

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Located in the Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point. Aveo offers all day service. I had the pleasure to have many delicious breakfasts. For breakfast they have a la carte and also buffet style. I loved the fresh fruit, the chia pudding, bread selection and perfect omelettes. The service is very attentive. The ambience is perfect overlooking the Southern California coast. read more

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AVEO offers one of the most stunning restaurant views on the Southern California coast. The way the hotel frames the sun and lagoon is just breathtaking. In fact, a lot about AVEO is picture perfect. Even the food looks like it was designed for Instagram. Unfortunately, in terms of taste, there is a lot of room for improvement. Of course, it may have just been a bad day, but the whole point of coming to a luxury resort hotel is to minimize bad kitchen days. The saffron rice was over salted, so much that we couldn't even eat more than one spoonful. I commend the restaurant for removing it from the bill, but it was almost intolerable. The chilean sea bass was gorgeous in presentation (see my pic). Loved the coconut sauce, and while I know the dish is supposed to be lighter fare, I wish the forbidden black rice had more flavor (perhaps steam it in coconut milk with a touch of ginger?). Not bad though. I'd consider ordering it again. Overall, while there's room for improvement, I'd come back again. Service is excellent, and again, that view is too perfect. read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Chilean sea bass on forbidden rice. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

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This place is just ok. Came here as some friends and I were staying at the resort and we all have young children, so it was the easiest choice. We had both breakfast and an early dinner here, and the service just tends to be really slow. The food is also pretty mediocre, and the food on the kids' menu especially leaves quite a bit to be desired (all the kids refused their own meals). However, the folks working were all very friendly, and it's an easy option if you're staying on site. read more

Very impressed with the food (except the tar tar which needs a reimagining). Honestly better than bourbon steak at this point. Wonderful atmosphere. read more

Beautiful beautiful restaurant !! You can literally see the ocean from here. Came here for brunch with some girlfriends for my birthday LAST YEAR. I know, I know. It took me long enough to write this review. The food was okay. Nothing stood out to be honest. But I'm not huge on brunch so there's that. Service was slow. We kept having to remind our server for the basics: utensils, water, Etc. By the time we finally got everything we needed, our food was already cold because we were outdoors. the true star of the show is the view. Whether seated indoors with panoramic windows or on the breezy outdoor terrace, you're treated to uninterrupted vistas of the glistening ocean stretching to the horizon. I'll be back for drinks if I'm in the area because it's conveniently located at the hotel I typically stay at, but it's a hard pass on the food. read more

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We had a fantastic Christmas brunch at Aveo - amazing food options (including a ton of gluten free to accommodate a family member's allergy), attentive staff, great drinks, gorgeous view of the pool & the ocean. Definitely a great option if you don't want to go off property for a meal but aren't looking for something as formal as Bourbon Steak. read more

Food: really hated the food here. What you pay for is not what you get. The quality is abysmal for the price point and the menu is very confusing to navigate -- a bizarre mix of heavy meats, seafood, and dairy in one. The Patagonia inspired bread by the way is not anything special -- it's a damn lie and is no different than a take and bake garlic bread you can easily get at your local supermarket. Service: servers are really nice, professional, and courteous. About the only good thing in this entire experience. Ambiance: beautiful views of the property and ocean. It's a shame the food could not equal its surroundings. read more

AVEO Table + Bar - Bread and Cheese Board - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dana Point, California

My husband and I stayed at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach for Valentine's Day and this restaurant was one of the hotel restaurant options. We dined here for Valentine's dinner and it was very good. The staff were friendly and attentive and the host was kind enough to put the lakers game on the tv for us We felt the menu was somewhat limited though but we aren't big eaters so we opted for a few shared plates. We had the lobster tostada, pan al horno with Serrano ham and the Mexican Mac and cheese which we loved. The tostada was crisp and fresh and we really enjoyed it. The pan al horno wasn't anything special but it was nice to mix and match the different items it comes with on the fresh bread. We really liked the Mac and cheese- not overly cheesy (no cheese pulls here) but great poblano flavor and it felt surprisingly light for Mac and cheese. We had the PB dessert- it was decadent and we couldn't finish it but it was good. We came back the next day for breakfast which was delicious. We sat out on the balcony and ate with the gorgeous view in the background. I had the Huevos Rancheros and my hubby had the classic Benedict. The side of bacon was probably one of the best I've ever had! Perfectly crispy and not too salty or greasy. I would come back for another breakfast here. read more

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