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Coastal Kitchen, Dana Point, CA

Coastal Kitchen

4.8
4.8
5074 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 93 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Christina and Mike Grant, the owners of Coastal Kitchen, have created an experience that will delight and satisfy the most discerning guest. Fueled by their passion for food and a love of hospitality, the Grants have established Coastal Kitchen as the go-to spot in Dana Point. The menu is clean and fresh consisting of fish and steaks cut in house, great salads, freshly ground burgers and more. Coastal Kitchen has a full bar, patio with fire pits, and fresh coastal design.

Our mission is to deliver a quality dining experience in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere with a consistency that will bring guests back again and again. We look forward to serving you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Grant
  • Area
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Hwy & Blue Lantern
  • Parking details
    You can park in our private lot. Please enter through the back alley. There is also free street parking in front of the restaurant off Pacific Coast Hwy and on Blue Lantern. Coming with 2 cars? Use our tandem parking in the back.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,074 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coastal Kitchen in Dana Point consistently delights diners with "excellent food" and "fabulous service." Known for its crab cake salad and diverse menu, it offers a "comfortable and casual coastal setting." While some diners note noise levels, the inviting ambience and attentive staff make it a "local favorite" worth visiting.
5,074 Reviews
  1. Bob

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love the Coastal Kitchen for their great service and excellent food. The only down side is high decibles of noise. I suppose it's people enjoying themselves, but it can get a little overpowering. Still, we will continue to come and enjoy a wonderful meal there.

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  2. Pamela

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. The ribs were off the charts and the crabcakes were amazing.

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  3. Lisa VIP

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Food!! Service all the way around is fabulous!!

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  4. Linda VIP

    Orange County76 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I've called in love with Coastal Kitchen again. We joined another couple for dinner and each of us ordered something different ... The seared Ahi salad, the Apricot glazed salmon, the Crab Cake salad and the Seared Ahi dinner. Each of use really enjoyed our choices. We tend to eat early - our reservations were for 4:30 and the servers seemed to be not quite ready to handle our table or take our drink orders or deliver our drinks ... they just weren't quite prepared and seemed a bit confused and rushed. We on the other hand were happy to sit and visit and weren't in a hurry in the least and wanted to simply relax and settle in, but I felt bad for them as each of them wanted to make sure we were taken care of, which made me feel a bit rushed. That aside, it's such a great local space with good food, great drink offerings (I love that you actually offer Nino Franco Prosecco!!!!!!) and friendly local clientele.

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  5. Barbara VIP

    New York City100 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    While the food and service was outstanding, this time round the restaurant was overly busy and the noise level was way too loud. My friend snd I, who meet here every 6-8 weeks, had a very hard time conversing.

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  6. Bonnie VIP

    Orange County6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We love coastal kitchen. Food is consistently good Wish they would have a new york steak thats not marinated as an option! Sound level is very loud unfortunately

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  7. Carol

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service from Madison out server. We sat outside as the noise level inside was way too much! The food was delicious bit I will Not order Parker House Rolls again. They were too greasy with butter.

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  8. Michelle VIP

    Orange County18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great and the food was delicious!! A smidge pricey but the quality is there. A nice Dino g experience.

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  9. gayle VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love coastal kitchen and are never disappointed

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  10. Mary VIP

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Coastal Kitchen! It is my favorite restaurant and we go there very often. Food is always good, staff is cheerful and friendly.

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Google Map for Coastal Kitchen

34091 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629-2728

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Hwy & Blue Lantern
  • Area
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    You can park in our private lot. Please enter through the back alley. There is also free street parking in front of the restaurant off Pacific Coast Hwy and on Blue Lantern. Coming with 2 cars? Use our tandem parking in the back.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Grant
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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