I had heard so many great things about Kawamata Seafood, so I was really excited to finally get the…read morechance to try it. We arrived around 12:30 pm on a Sunday and there was already a line of people waiting to order. Despite this, it only took us 10 minutes to receive our food, including the time waiting in line. The parking lot is extremely small, but there's plenty of street parking nearby, so we had no trouble finding a spot. Kawamata is a tiny operation where you order at the window and find a spot outside to eat. We ordered Salmon and Ahi bowls with various toppings, and I really liked how many options they give you. I enjoy poke both the simpler, more Hawaiian-style way and loaded with extra textures and flavors, and Kawamata gives you the option to do either. The poke itself was delicious, and the portions were very generous. I especially liked how all the toppings came together without taking away from the fish. Just keep in mind that the extras are individually priced, so your bowl can get a little expensive depending on how many you add. Overall, I really enjoyed Kawamata Seafood and can see why it gets so much love. The poke was fresh, filling, and flavorful, and I'm already looking forward to the next time I can come back.

The best poke in town and probably the closest you'll get to Hawaii-style poke!…read more We love coming here and grabbing poke bowls to take to Pines Park to enjoy the beautiful ocean views and sunset. There's usually a line, but it moves quickly. You order and pay at the door, and they call your name when your order is ready. The staff are always so friendly and helpful. It's a little more expensive than some other poke spots, but we think it's worth it. You can really taste the freshness of the fish, and the flavors are delicious. You can build your own bowl or choose from one of their preset options. It's a cute little hole-in-the-wall spot with a few picnic tables if you want to eat there, but we love taking ours to the park. If you're craving fresh, Hawaiian-style poke in Dana Point, definitely give this place a try!

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]

I'll be honest I haven't been here in a while just because it's difficult to get into the…read morerestaurant and be seated on the patio during season We opted to pop in for a late breakfast. You lineup and order at the counter there's a menu on the wall and then you take a seat either inside or on the big patio. We opted for a little bites and a light bite. Basically it was a pancake bacon egg combo. We also always get the iced macadamia Hawaiian lattes, which are awesome. Service is very helpful and friendly. The food is amazing. The pancakes are delicious. Cool Hawaiian vibes. I usually get some loco moco or fried rice, but wanted pancakes this time next time, I'm definitely getting the Hawaiian dish. Parking on the street, but also a lot in the back.

Absolute best Hawaiian food in san clemente. We always get a grilled shrimp plate. The portions are…read moregood and the flavor is excellent. 10 out 10. It's a must try.

After moving here from Hawaii and trying out a bunch around San Clemente, Nalu's is the best, hands…read moredown! Recently, we were in touch with Anthony to help with a small catering order for a celebration. Our family (from Hawaii), friends and neighbours (and us!), were all delighted. The poke and the chicken katsu were polished off in no time, and my husband savoured every bite of his favourite, kalua pig and cabbage. The portions are always super generous, and they included everything we needed for the catering like plates, napkins, serving tongs and also a few surprise cans of Hawaiian Sun, nudging us even closer to the islands. If you haven't been here, yet, you're truly missing out.

Pure "platinum" chowder on display here…read more.. I was still recovering from an illness but my palate was returning so I wanted soup. SMOKED PHO: -- this may be my only way to have pho moving forward -- the beef broth is delectable -- the crimson red in the rib tender delicious rib meat is perfectly cooked accounting for more cooking in the warm broth -- light on smoke -- ample sprouts, greens and noodles -- not too salty -- utterly fantastic -- nice portion of meat -- nice large portion but not jumbo RATING = A+ GARLIC BUTTER NOODLES: -- one marinated egg -- very creamy -- light towards medium garlic I feel but I will judge again when my palate and sniffer our fully back -- ample arugala -- medium portion size RATING = A STAFF are kind and efficient.

Came by on a Sunday afternoon. Not too busy so our party was sat down quickly. Menu had some good…read moreVietnamese classics and some unique twists on some. Ended up going with the crispy wings, garlic butter noodles, yellow curry, and smoked pho. Food came out in decent time and we enjoyed each dish. The smoked pho broth was some of the best I've had. Deep rich flavor mixed with the smoked rib made for a memorable bowl. Curry was well done and paired well with the baguette. Wings were juicy and crispy; noodles would be a pass for next time though. Wouldn't hesitate to come back for another round.

+5/5 A friend said…read morethis is the best poke place he's ever had and I had to try it . The staff was friendly and portions were generous. I got a large bowl for 5 scoops of fish on top of a salad base. Everything was fresh and delicious. I appreciate the included sides. Great value and taste. Will definitely be back. One of the best poke bowls I've had in OC

The worse poke we have ever had. We both got larges and instantly got a strong bitter taste and…read morekept getting bitter bites we had to throw it away without eating much. The fish was cut in huge stringy pieces and slightly mealy in texture, and the avocado was just a huge blob/half a whole avocado. How embarrassing to serve that. Oh and the rice was hot, who is not normal or appropriate for poke. Also, the seaweed salad had a yellow hue, we've never seen that and eat that often at various other places. To top it often the service was horrible. Two men working there were throwing metal containers and slamming stuff, and were so rude to customers. Any poke place that had a promotion for free poke if you finish some $60 worth of it poke is not a quality establishment. We will never be back.

Wow this is the Best restaurant in south Orange County ! Definitely coming back . 10/10read more

So much pink! I loved it!…read more My husband I dropped by during the weekday for brunch. We found free street parking easily and were greeted and seated quickly. We already knew what we wanted to order but the menu had such a variety of food to order and I was tempted to order more. (I'm glad I didn't though because my pancakes were huge). I ordered the ube pancake stack and my husband ordered the breakfast burrito. I was shocked with how big my pancakes were! Good thing I'm pregnant and always hungry. They were so good; fluffy pancakes, sweet ube, and fresh fruit hit the spot. My husband loved the burrito and said the flavor was great! I would definitely come back next time I'm in town!

The salmon quinoa bowl was very good and plentiful…read more I had the salmon chimichuri and my husband had the plain salmon one and they both were good. The restaurant is always busy.

Sure, here it is without the em dash:…read more Overall, SeaSurf Fish Co. was a good experience, and I'd give it a 4/5. We tried the Shrimp California Roll, poke nachos, french fries, and raw oysters. The oysters were easily the highlight. They were fresh, flavorful, and definitely the best thing we ordered! The poke nachos were tasty, and the fries were good as well. The Shrimp California Roll was just okay for me because there was way too much rice, which overpowered the rest of the roll. Overall, good food with some definite standouts. I'd come back, especially for those oysters!

Loved everything we ordered. For appetizers tried the trout dip, Cajun shrimp and the shrimp…read morecocktail - each of them was excellent - Cajun shrimp takes the cake absolutely decadent . Cheeseburger was delicious . crispy chicken Caesar salad was tasty. Crab cakes with mashed potatoes were also good . Enjoyed the food unlike some of the other places close by. Will be back

The fish trout dip is the most delicious I have ever tasted and keeps me coming back again and…read moreagain! I initially discovered this delightful establishment in 2018. Since that time, my family and I have been frequenting the place and have always had a wonderful experience. While the fish trout dip is my personal favorite, everything we have eaten here has been delightful. Do not hesitate! The food, staff, and ambience are heavenly!

If you're in Dana Point and looking for something simple, honest, and actually made with care --…read morethis little spot surprised me in the best way. I ended up here in the middle of the day while working in the area. Never been before. I try to avoid chains when I can and pick something new each time. This place caught my eye, and I'm glad I walked in. It's a small, family-run vibe -- and I mean literally. Looked like a husband and wife running everything themselves. They were both super polite, calm, and you can tell they really care about the food and about every guest who walks in. No rush, no attitude, just warm hospitality. I went with something safe for me -- ramen and salmon sushi. And both were just... really solid. Not overcomplicated, not trying to be something fancy. Just good food made right. The broth had depth, noodles cooked right, and the sushi was fresh with balanced flavor. No complaints there at all. The place itself is small. Not a big dining room. A few tables inside, clean but definitely more of a takeout-focused spot. They don't have a restroom available inside, which kind of confirms that they expect people to grab food and go. And honestly -- I would. Not because it's bad to sit there -- it's fine. But this is the kind of meal that hits even better sitting somewhere by the ocean with the breeze. I'd definitely order takeout from here and eat outside by the water next time. I paid around $30, which is very fair for the quality, especially in California. They do ask about tip at checkout before you get your food -- that part always feels a bit weird to me, but I get it. Overall -- 5 stars for the food and the heart behind the place. I'll remember it. And I'll be back -- probably to pick up a to-go order and take it straight to the beach.

This quaint location is a mom & pop shop run by the sweetest people ever. Don't expect stellar…read moredine-in service as you will have to order and pay up front before anything. Either way, the staff here will always make sure you have everything you need as long as you ask. You're free to help yourself w/ hot or room temp water at the dispenser in front of the green wall. Plenty of parking and jsyk there is no public restroom. As for the food, everything tastes great! You get a great amount of fresh fish for the most affordable prices in the area. The sushi rice tastes good and I appreciate how the rolls aren't stuffed w/ rice to make up for the lack of fish. I especially like the Aloha roll, Lollipop roll, Crunch (shrimp tempura) hand roll, and the sashimi & carpaccios are all fresh. Love how you can get pickled wasabi (real wasabi) for a reasonable up-charge. All of their salad dressings are made in-house too! Great place for a quick & casual bite to eat. They got treats for dogs and lots of friendly vibes to share. Super accommodating to all, and can confidently say that they treat their regulars so well. Always happy to support a local, family-owned business! Thank you :)

Been wanting to come here for awhile ,saw a lot good reviews on social media. Finally made it out…read moretoday after work, had good traffic , good parking. Then we got great service , great food and great vibe!!! The whole menu was avaliable when we got here, servers had great suggestions. We got brisket, tri tip, sausage, potatoe salad, rice, limeade and Arnold Palmer. Everything tasted exactly like what I had been hearing​​. Next time you get out of work make time and treat yourself to a dinner you deserve.

The best BBQ! I came…read morewith my husband, sister, BIL, and nephew on a rainy Sunday evening. We were lucky to have gotten seated in the new(er) covered barn area which shielded us from the rain and wind. The gentleman who helped us order was so friendly and helpful with making sure we got the right amount of portions for our party. I loved that when ordering, they slice the meat right there in front of you. We ordered a variety of meats with some mac and cheese and potato salad. All the meats were so tender and so flavorful! My favorite was the brisket which just melted in my mouth. The sides were also great and complemented the meats well. We will definitely be back next time we're in town and I've already recommended Heritage to friends who are visiting. Looking forward to trying the ribs next time (they were sold out already).