Justin is amazzzing and he knows the menu and what to recommend! Sit at the bar and enjoy the hang…read more 20% is included so you don't have to tip extra but he soooo deserves it. A+ experience tonight 12/7/25

Uniqueness: Nothing too crazy, standard hotel dining…read more Wait Time: *** (Quick seating, but can get busy during peak hours) Food Quality: *** (Decent but not outstanding) Service: *** (Friendly but a bit slow) Setting: *** (Standard hotel ambiance) Cost: *** (A bit pricey for the quality) This hotel restaurant is fine, but there's nothing crazy special about it. The food is decent, but not worth the higher price tag. Service was friendly, but a bit slow at times. The atmosphere is just what you'd expect from a hotel restaurant--nothing unique or memorable. If you're staying at the hotel, it's a convenient option, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.

I love coming for happy hour on sundays. The food is amazing and the service is always friendly and…read moreaccommodating. I like to get the meatballs and the French onion soup. The pea and goat cheese salad is also one of my favorites and if you're getting a cocktail, the Serrano lemon drop is a must. It's a fun piano bar with dark lighting and very cozy. I've only been around for the piano bar once and that was pretty fun.

Street parking plus small lot. No valet. Ok for groups…read more Reservations recommended but not required. Live music, nightly. Friendly staff. Menu has something for everyone. Must try place.

We recently had the opportunity to DJ an event at The Fish Tank in Capistrano Beach (34233 Via…read moreSanta Rosa, Dana Point), and it immediately impressed us. Start with the owner. Cate is professional, responsive, and genuinely collaborative. Communication is clear. Load-in is organized. The space is clean and well maintained. When a venue runs this smoothly, it reduces friction for vendors and creates a better experience for clients and guests. That kind of operational competence doesn't happen by accident. The design is what makes this venue distinct. The short-throw projectors transform the walls into a fully immersive aquarium or fishbowl environment. It's not a novelty effect; it's a production tool. For weddings, the room can feel atmospheric and romantic. For corporate events, branded visuals wrap the space in a way that feels custom and high-end. Few venues at this size offer that level of visual flexibility. From an audio standpoint, the room performs extremely well. We run MagiCali, a Southern California mobile DJ company specializing in weddings and corporate events, and we evaluate every room through a production lens. We look at ceiling height, wall material, reflection patterns, power distribution, and how low-end energy travels across a dancefloor. We've worked in luxury ballrooms, outdoor coastal venues, private estates, and converted industrial spaces. The Fish Tank is one of the rare venues where you don't have to compensate for the room. Speeches are articulate and easy to understand. Dinner music sits comfortably without overwhelming conversation. When it's time to transition into dancing, the room holds energy evenly instead of creating hot spots or dead zones. That tells you the space was built and tuned with care. For clients, that technical quality translates into confidence. You don't have to worry about muddy sound during toasts or harsh reflections once the music turns up. The venue supports the event instead of fighting it. There are many event spaces in Orange County. Very few combine strong visual identity, flexible projection capability, solid acoustics, and hands-on ownership. The Fish Tank is an undiscovered gem, and for what Cate currently charges, it represents exceptional value. It would not be surprising to see this venue commanding significantly higher rates in the near future. If you're planning a wedding, private celebration, or corporate event in Dana Point or Capistrano Beach, this space deserves serious consideration. It's distinctive, technically sound, and professionally run -- exactly the kind of venue that allows a well-executed event to shine.

We truly could not have asked for a better venue owner than Cate for our son's wedding. From the…read morevery beginning, she was warm, kind, and genuinely invested in making the day special. She went above and beyond in ways both big and small, and it made all the difference. Her space is absolutely beautiful. It has such an artsy, welcoming feel and was perfect for our 80 person reception. The lighting created a magical atmosphere, the sound system worked flawlessly, and the indoor outdoor flow gave guests room to mingle, relax, and celebrate comfortably. One of the most generous touches was allowing us to use her home for staging the bride and groom. That level of trust and hospitality meant so much to our family. Throughout the entire process, she was accommodating, helpful, and always available with a calm, reassuring presence. If you are looking for a venue with heart, creativity, and an owner who truly cares, this is it. We are so grateful for everything she did to make the celebration unforgettable.

This is the Waldorf way formerly known as the St Regis. It's one of my favorite bars for a post…read moreworkout snack and the Brussels sprouts are TDF (to die for). Phil is super cool and personable. I love the way he interacts with the guests. The rest of the staff is great too and the vibes are so chill and welcoming. I highly recommend!!

Been craving for a Diet Coke for a couple of hours. Had a conference at the hotel and they only…read moreoffered water. I went to this bar, ordered the Diet Coke. When I got the bill I told myself that this is the best Diet coke I've ever had in my life for six dollars. I gave the waiter $10, he said he will be be back with my change. 15 minutes later the waiter no where to be found and I had to leave so he got nice tip. Next time if I am craving for a Diet Coke while at a fancy hotel, I'll just to chew a stick of gum.

Had a great evening at the rooftop bar. Food was great and the service was on point! The…read morebartender even made a few old school drink by request. Cost was super reasonable. View is amazing at sunset! Will definitely be coming back!

Come here during happy hour for an experience with better value. It's located inside La Casa del…read moreCamino. The decor fits perfectly with the beach and happy hour menu is available in all seating, so you can still grab an ocean view table. Staff is friendly and checks in throughout. Food is the typical wings, coconut shrimp, and calamari, which are all delicious and well portioned. Pair it with local draft beer or a classic cocktail for $12. No parking with the hotel so start looking for street parking as you approach the hotel

I made reservations here last night for 20, having never been there before but needing a semi…read moreprivate area for a group to gather. The venue was perfect for our size. They could have had more servers there for sure. That said, the guy serving us worked his butt off, gracefully, friendly, and attentively. Any gaps were filled by the bartender delivering drinks and (I think) the manager here and there. We were well taken care of. Food was great, bacon old fashioned my buddy had looked (and reportedly) was incredible, beers were great, staff were awesome (despite being low in numbers). Highly recommend.!

I came here for dinner on a Sunday night, and it was a very good experience…read more This restaurant has loud, trendy bar vibes for a family dinner, a date night, or even a girls night out. The parking is definitely limited, as I saw from other reviews on Yelp. On a Sunday evening it was very easy, however. The menu is fairly limited, and I wish they had a few more fish options, though the salmon I saw looked absolutely incredible. I had the chicken caesar salad. The chicken was a large portion, and so tasty. The dressing was SO good. They did forget dressing on both of our salads which was kind of annoying for a simple caesar (so we had to get a side of it). That being said, once we did get dressing, I seriously could've drank the stuff it was so yummy. They also scorch their tomatoes in the salad to perfection. I also tried the crispy tuna appetizer, which was surprisingly different from similar versions I have had at sushi restaurants (not in a bad way). The fish was very fresh and I would order this appetizer again. I think it came with five fairly small pieces (just so you know how many to order for a crowd). If you are feeling dessert, they have an incredible (and massive) butter cake!

Excellent food Excellent service…read moreDecent pricing The view is spectacular Would love to dine here again

I'm confused as to why this place has such high ratings. The only redeeming quality is the view…read more Came here for lunch during the week and it took 15 minutes before our server took our order. Once the food came, it wasn't until it was almost time to pay the bill did he check in on us. Food wise I was not impressed. The scallop was bland and flavorless. While our food was room temperature. Considering the slow service our meal probably sat for some time in the kitchen vs being served right to us once made. The value paid for what was offered on food and service was sub par. I expected more from the Ritz Carlton

If I could give more stars...I would. This restaurant was absolutely amazing. Lilly was our server…read moreand she was fantastic! We had a minor blood sugar issue and the staff was very quick to accommodate! Another important thing to note....everywhere we called had a set menu because of it being a Mother's Day weekend (really expensive). We were able to get a reservation for 23 people and were able to order from the menu. It was such a great experience and the food was delicious! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

We checked out the station because it was a unique looking place built around train cars...who…read moredoesn't like trains!! It sits right next to the Amtrak station, so you get to watch them come and go. Ordered some basic original buffalo wings and they were really tasty. We were not super hungry so we only ordered the wings and some beer. The ambiance was cool as said before. Designed around trains. But it was a little uncomfortably warm in there. I'm sure they have AC, but it wasn't on when we were there. The service was fine. Bartender was pleasant enough.