Our room wasn't ready, so we came in for a cocktail and it turned into a few as it took way longer…read morethan expected for our room to be ready. Drinks were really good and service from Jorge was great. Since Bourbon Steak was closed (why, at a resort??), we ended up coming back here for dinner. Nice evening and got a good spot to watch sunset Opted for Hamachi Crudo to start and it was fantastic. Then, we both got their French aonion Smash Burger, one with fries and one salad. The Burger was crazy good! Honestly one of the best I've ever had. Salad was fine, and fries were cold, so they redid them. Wife was happier than I was with second batch, but it was nice of them. Glazed Mushrooms were awaste of my time and money. Zero flavor and lazy side. Wine was good. We went with the suggested Malbec. Overpriced, but good. Service from Esthefani was great.

We had our Breakfast at the Aveo during our recent visit to Waldorf Astoria at Monarch Beach. My…read morewife got the breakfast buffet while I ordered the Chicken Burrito. Breakfast buffet was good with lot of selections but my Chicken Burrito stole the show. It was so good, that she wished she also ordered the burrito instead of the breakfast. The ambience is great with good views of the resort and far away ocean. Service here is always great. Overall , a very good breakfast experience here !

I was so excited to come and try Club 19 for my birthday with a friend the other day. It totally…read moretransported me into vacation mode. Not only was I thankful that my friend treated me to a beautiful and delicious lunch, but also I'm just so grateful for the views, service and overall good vibes. Hunter was our server and was incredible. He was helpful and attentive. As far as the food, we started with the soft pretzel and unfortunately it wasn't that soft. It actually seemed a little stale. However, the rest of our meal was 10/10! I got the chicken club, while my friend got the pastrami. Both sandwiches were so delicious and bursting with flavor! I also love that they have zero proof options on the menu. That's always a plus for me. Hunter ended the meal with a complimentary birthday treat and WOW...the chocolate cake was a small slice of pure bliss. I highly recommend it! Lastly, they even have complimentary valet. I will be coming back to Club 19 very soon to try more of the menu!

What started out as a great meal, turned into the most horrific weekend I've had in many years…read more Let's start out with service, because it was great. Attentive. Fast. On the dot. No problems. Food "was" delicious. Pricey, but you're at the Waldorf Astoria... Then I get home. And I had projectile (redacted) all evening from the time I got home, until about 11pm. I couldn't even hold down water. I was so dehydrated, I would chuck water + liquid IV, and 30 minutes later, I would be praying to the porcelain god. In all my years of life, I don't think this has ever happened (minus infant-hood) I abruptly woke up by (redacted) myself in bed. TMI, I know, but I just need to get across the severity of this stomach bug. The only other thing I ate this day was a bag of sour cream and onion chips my friend got on the course with his hotdog. So that leaves this. I know this is not common here, but I had to be honest with my experience. Other people got burgers and they were fine, so it's hard to pinpoint what exactly it was. I did have a side of Mayo. So maybe? It's now Monday night and my fever has dropped from 101.8 to 99.1. Overall it's hard to say I would ever come back considering the price to food... But they did have a nice view!

Young's Beach Shack is one of those places you mostly come to for the views and convenience, but…read morethe food is actually pretty solid! It's a great little spot overlooking Salt Creek Beach where you can grab some food, have a draft beer or cocktail, and just sit and watch the waves. The menu has a good variety of options, and while it's definitely not cheap, the food is good and the location is hard to beat. The poke bowl and shrimp tacos were both highlights for us. This place can get absolutely packed during peak hours, but the servers have always been friendly and the service is surprisingly quick considering how busy it gets. Overall, a great little beachside spot with good food, cold drinks, and some of the best views around. Hard to complain!

Cute middle beach spot, pay at counter and fend for your own seating. They have fresh offerings,…read moreon the pricier side so it can rack up, but good quality food. Poke bowl- fresh tuna not mercury tasting at all but has quite a bit of soy sauce at the bottom so can be a bit salty Ceviche- a decent amount (but also consider pricier price) bouncy tezture crunchy chips Fish and chips- my favorite clean and buttery fish, tasted fresh and fried well Fried apple pie - buttery nice balance

This place is absolute fire (good thing)! Good portion…read moresizes, good food, quick and accurate service. Ordered my food via mobile order and everything came out exactly as I ordered. I will be returning! [this review was made in connection with a Toast promotion, Stacks Pancake House did not ask me to leave this review]

Stacks is definitely the place to go if you're hungry. The portions are very generous--think big…read moreplates and filling breakfasts. My husband would have absolutely loved it here. For me, though, everything felt a bit oversized, and I would've happily traded some of the volume for slightly higher‑quality ingredients. Nothing was bad, just more about quantity than refinement. If you're looking for a hearty, no‑nonsense breakfast that will keep you full for hours, this is your spot. If you lean toward smaller portions and ingredient‑forward dishes, it may not be your first choice. I gave it a 3 vs a 4 because the pancakes were doughy on the inside

Last week, I made a reservation for lunch at RAYA. When I arrived, I realized that only the brunch…read moremenu was available, while I was hoping to order from the à la carte menu. Their staff kindly allowed me to cancel my reservation without any penalty and even recommended two other restaurants on the same floor where I could order à la carte dishes. They handled the situation with great understanding and made me feel completely comfortable. I truly appreciated the excellent service and positive experience. When I'm in the mood to enjoy a larger meal and explore more of your menu, I will definitely come back and give your restaurant another try. Thank you for the hospitality! Sara

3 stars are for the view and location…read more For a high-end restaurant, the service compared more to a diner. Our server was very unprofessional. We all started with cocktails and then ordered a bottle of wine to enjoy with our meal. I was a little slower on finishing my cocktail but also agreed to a glass of wine with my guests. The comment to me was along the lines of "double fisting it tonight, hey?" I'd accept and laugh at that in a bar, but not at an exclusive dining location. Later we asked what the name "Raya" meant, as that's our pups name, and was told "it's stingray, obviously in Spanish". Not sure what's obvious about that since the menu isn't Spanish or Latin American leaning. Probably would go back, but would leave straight away if we were seated in the same server's section. Highly disappointed.

Everything from the food to the service was exceptional! I…read morebelieve I met the owner, Jasmine or Jazlyn... can't remember. Please forgive me lol She was so kind! I told her how much I loved Filipino food so she made a few recommendations. I ended up getting the longanisa bowl and the ube pancakes. OMG... No misses with this place. Food was to die for! Definitely coming back soon!

Came here over the weekend and had a great experience! My family and I have been seeing this place…read morepop off on social media and wanted to see if it lived up to the hype. Loco Moco: 4.5/5 was super tasty and I loved their gravy. Most Loco Mocos are super rich and I can barely finish half but I could continuously keep eating this one. Adobo Breakfast burrito: 5/5 was the star of the show for me. I love eating Filipino flavors reimagined and this burrito hit the spot! Pork adobo with the garlic rice already sounds amazing but wrap it in a warm tortilla and it's game over. The sauce they put on this on top of the burrito was super tasty as well. Ube pancakes: 4.5/5 Warm fluffy pancakes dressed with coconut cream and ube whip.. it was delicious. The coconut cream was my personal favorite but the rest of the family are ube addicts so that was their favorite part. "I love U Bae" Matcha (matcha addicts unite): 4/5 Ube heavy so family loved it. It was just the right amount of sweet and didn't overpower the matcha Calamansi refresher: 5/5 table favorite. We got two more after ordering the first one since everyone tried it and wanted to get their own. Sweet, tart and like it says in the name, refreshing! ----- Service was pretty quick and we got seated within an hour of waiting. If you're trying to get seated fast try coming a bit earlier! Parking wasn't super crazy but we did opt into paying for a paid spot across the street. There's also a parking structure located nearby that is less than a 2 minute walk. Excited to come back soon to try out some other items like their honey basil ribeye that looked delicious

Originally opened in 1977, Proud Mary's has been serving Dana Point diners for breakfast and lunch…read morefor decades. They specialize in casual breakfast and lunch options. I would say the main selling point is the location right on the water and the friendly service. There are other places in Orange County to get a better breakfast in terms of food, but this location is hard to beat. They did a great job with the remodel after the fire in the early 2000s and I can see why it is very popular. There is a large free parking lot attached right behind the restaurant, so parking is very easy. Everything that we ordered came out very fast, and our server was very polite. For this visit, I chose the Chili Cheese Omelette and thought it was pretty good. There was very little cheese, however, and for some reason there were a lot of mushrooms in it, even though that was not listed on the menu. It wasn't a traditional chili cheese, and I would definitely not order it again or suggest it. Others at our table got the Traditional Pancakes and Eggs, and enjoyed their breakfast a lot more. I would suggest if you are already in the area and would like a quick casual option.

We visited Proud Mary's for a private event after traveling from out of state, and the experience…read moreexceeded our expectations. The location alone is worth the visit--the views of Dana Point Harbor are absolutely beautiful and created the perfect setting for the evening. The restaurant was set up beautifully, with soft music playing in the background that made for a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. The meal was a fixed menu, and every course was delicious, especially after a long drive. What really stood out was the staff. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. A special thank you to Mr. Zdrakas, who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. He was especially kind to my son and even jokingly offered him a job after he pitched in to help. While we were there under difficult circumstances, Proud Mary's made the experience as warm and enjoyable as possible. If you're looking for a beautiful waterfront venue for a private event, I highly recommend Proud Mary's. We look forward to visiting again under happier circumstances.

2 out of 5 stars I…read morestopped by Moulin in Dana Point for a cappuccino and saw the croissant egg sandwich, so I decided to give it a try. Between the cappuccino and sandwich, I spent a little over $20, so I was expecting a pretty good breakfast. The cappuccino looked great and actually wasn't bad. It also came with a little piece of chocolate on the side, which was a nice touch. What I thought was strange was that when I asked for it sweet, I was told I needed to walk over to the coffee bar, grab sugar packets myself, and bring them back to the counter. For an approximately $8 cappuccino, that seemed a little odd. Unfortunately, the croissant sandwich was the biggest disappointment. It looked great, but it had almost zero flavor. The most noticeable thing in my first bite was actually the crunch of eggshell in the eggs. For a breakfast sandwich around $15, I think it's reasonable to expect the eggs to be seasoned and definitely free of eggshells. The sandwich was basically egg on a croissant with a few very small pieces of bacon. Even a little garlic, seasoning, cheese, sauce, or something added to the eggs would have made a huge difference. It was also served with a side salad, which seemed like an unusual pairing for breakfast. I ended up taking only two bites of the sandwich and finished my cappuccino. I'm giving Moulin 2 stars because the staff were nice, the restaurant and bathroom were clean, and the cappuccino was decent. The place definitely has the upscale presentation, but unfortunately the food I received didn't match the price or appearance.

Visited the Dana Point location today and all was good. Quiche was hot, fresh with a nice crust,…read moreserved with a simple salad on the side. Salmon was nicely prepared with a good herb sauce. French fries totally on point, as always-if everything was as good as the fries, I would give it 5*.

Had a lovely time upon the first visit to this restaurant, and I'm sure we'll return when we're in…read morethe area again. The only mild setback wa that we were seated in the back, near where someone was power washing some floor mats, and we could hear (and smell) the process. He finished before we got our food, so it wasn't a big deal. The server was very nice and the food was excellent. Everything was reasonably priced for the area it's in.

Some sandwiches are worth a detour, especially when the turkey tastes like it was carved moments…read morebefore it reached the plate. At RJ's Café in Dana Point Harbor, thick, meaty slices deliver genuine flavor and a satisfying texture that puts ordinary deli meat to shame. Paired with ripe tomato and Swiss on golden, toasted bread, the ingredients promise a standout lunch. There's just one hitch: This was supposed to be a melt, yet the Swiss barely budged. Instead of that silky, gooey layer that brings everything together, the cheese remained stubbornly intact. A little more time on the grill would make a noticeable difference. Served alongside crisp-edged breakfast potatoes and a pickle, the meal has plenty going for it. Between the excellent turkey and the harbor setting, RJ's earns its place on the lunch list. Melted Swiss would simply make the experience that much better.

This venue stepped in and saved my wife's birthday when high tides forced our other venue to…read morecancel. Every staff member was incredibly nice, welcoming, and invested in making sure my wife felt celebrated. A massive shoutout to the manager, Max. He recognized our situation and handled everything with absolute empathy and class. He elevated the entire experience. The drinks were fantastic, the fire pit provided the perfect atmosphere, and the service was seamless from start to finish. It made it abundantly clear that customer care is their top priority. If you are planning a special occasion and want a team that actually cares, look no further. Max and his entire crew turned what could have been a stressful evening into a high point of our year, and they have earned repeat visits.

These folks have a lot of nerve, lol. I work as an…read moreentertainer at several parties and events every month, all year long. I carry personal liability insurance. My personal liability insurance covers me for exactly what I do: walk around, kibbitz with the guests, and pose for photos. That's all. Usually when venues/entertainment companies ask me if I carry personal liability insurance, I let them know that I do. Sometime proof of liability insurance is requested, and I provide that. Only ONCE before in my 40-year career have I EVER been asked to have the venue named on my policy for the event. That event was being held in a very high-security utilities building in downtown Los Angeles, where the rooftop area when I was asked to perform was rather dangerous in places. That was a major inconvenience but at least I understood fully as to why this particular group would request this. So, enter the Ranch at Laguna, lol: A dumpy-looking property that looks like it's in the middle of a construction site as you drive up, and has a ton of very dangerous-looking outdoor stairs in the "gardens"(?), not very well-lit, and leading to gosh-knows-what, hidden beyond the darkness below. The "ballroom" I was appearing in was rather small, and looked like a very common and average meeting room one might find at a Sonesta or other properties of that ilk. This is certainly not a property with any bragging rights at all, and they had the audacity to inconvenience me into not only providing proof of liability insurance, but spelling out very specially the separate amounts of coverage they require, and then asked to be added to the policy for the event, and even provided a very specific template to follow, and yadda, yadda, yadda. ABSOLUTELY OUTRAGEOUS and completely unnecessary for me and for what my "act" is. I do not use anything dangerous in my presentation. No fire, pyrotechnics, any sort of musical equipment, musical instruments, etc., which WOULD warrant such a request, as any of those things might possibly harm someone in attendance or any of the staff. I'm just a comedian who strolls around, and that's all. I had to jump through hoops to try and make this all happen, and was only made aware of that nonsense ten days before the event, while I was out of town on another event and wouldn't even be able to get to my office until five days before the party. I tried, and the proof did not arrive in time, but the events person made an exception to the person putting on the party, and while that might have been some kind of a nice gesture, she had to add: "...but we don't usually do that." Sit down and shut up, lady. Luckily, I did appear with no other hitches and my client and all the guests were wowed by me, and that is ALL I care about. I will NEVER accept an engagement at this property again, and will happily never have to face the absolutely anal-retentive requirements for outside vendors. I will also warn other entertainers to beware of the situation before accepting jobs there as well, and to make those potential clients aware too, so they can perhaps choose another venue to spend money on for their event, a suitable venue. This place ain't it. Buh Bye.