The best restaurants in Dana Point

Relaxed Italian eatery for housemade pasta dishes, meatballs and other dishes.

4017 City Terrace Dr (Los Angeles)

Modest, popular place serving signature thin-crust pizzas, plus pastas & other Italian standards.

1650 Colorado Blvd (Los Angeles)

Omakase menu highlighting fresh, flown-in seafood from Japan & beyond served in a sleek restaurant.

334 Main St #1106 (Los Angeles)

Local pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, in a low-key setting.

2060 S Euclid St (Anaheim)

Family-run pizzeria turns out Chicago-style, deep-dish pies with vegan options, plus bread pudding.

1800 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Family-owned Mexican eatery offering Oaxacan dishes, including namesake tlayudas, in cozy surrounds.

5450 Santa Monica Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual, family-style, clean eatery serving burritos, tacos, enchiladas and other Mexican staples.

351 Pacific Ave (Long Beach)

Casual restaurant offering Mexican eats such as menudo and chilaquiles, plus dessert and coffee.

6562 E Olympic Blvd (Los Angeles)

Modest Mexican-American eatery with classic plates, breakfast, burgers & ribs in diner surrounds.

1201 W Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

Casual eatery for sushi and hand rolls served one at a time, along with beer and wine.

14370 Culver Dr Ste 2G (Irvine)

Local pizzeria chain serving pies, plus wings & cheese bread, in a casual setting.

10255 Mission Blvd (Riverside)

Casual setting for live rock music, with a lunch & dinner menu that includes pizzas & burgers.

5205 Pacific Coast Hwy (Long Beach)

Family-owned option for tacos and other classic Mexican eats, plus margaritas, beer, and wine.

3311 Michelson Dr (Irvine)

Stylish local Mexican chain serving mesquite-grilled steak & seafood dishes, plus margaritas.

1910 Main St (Irvine)

Trendy, warm bar/eatery offering seasonal Mexican fusion plates, top-shelf tequila & weekend brunch.

3937 E Broadway (Long Beach)

Laid-back outfit with a trendy vibe serving creative pizzas, pasta & panini, plus beer & wine.

12924 W Washington Blvd (Los Angeles)

Customizable Italian cuisine where diners choose a pasta & a sauce amid a cozy ambiance.

1802 Hillhurst Ave (Los Angeles)

Relaxed, quick-serve stop serving Baja-style Mexican grub such as fish tacos, ceviche & burritos.

497 E Alessandro Blvd b (Riverside)

Warm, bright eatery for classic Mexican cuisine such as homestyle fajitas, tacos & tequila drinks.

1842 1st St (Los Angeles)

Unpretentious taco spot known for its braised meat & veggie stews atop handmade tortillas.

BROADWAY ARCADE BUILDING, 541 S Spring St Unit 101 (Los Angeles)

Cheerful eatery specializing in custom poke bowls (Japanese-Hawaiian cuisine rolled in bamboo rice), plus sushi burritos.

11860 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes & margaritas in a traditional setting since the 1920s.

1037 Flower St (Los Angeles)

Trendy Italian eatery known for serving handcrafted wood-fired pizzas in rustic-chic quarters.

1320 E 7th St Ste 100 (Los Angeles)

Create-your-own pizzas come in several sizes at this basic take-out spot also dishing pasta & salad.

201 Sandpointe Ave Suite 150 (Santa Ana)

No-frills family-friendly eatery serving pizza, spaghetti & red-sauce Italian entrees since 1963.

5400 Wilshire Blvd (Los Angeles)

Tacos, burritos, and other traditional Mexican eats served in a casual, family-friendly restaurant.

2031 E 1st St # A5 (Santa Ana)

Casual, family-friendly Mexican eatery serving up specialties from the Oaxaca region.

10429 Venice Blvd. (Los Angeles)

Long-standing outfit in a strip mall preparing pizza & other classic Italian dishes in relaxed digs.

6788 Brockton Ave (Riverside)

Cash-only Mexican eatery offers counter-serve Mexican fare & fountain sodas in a basic setting.

17951 Sky Park Cir Unit F (Irvine)

At this strip-mall spot, diners eat Japanese fare at wooden tables & chairs or at the sushi bar.

1900 Highland Ave #5 (Los Angeles)

Refined dining rooms serving Mexican fare & cocktails with harbor views & a waterfront deck.

407 Shoreline Village Dr (Long Beach)

Casual counter-serve known for New York and New Jersey-style pies and vodka slices.

3501 Monterey Rd (Los Angeles)

An array of sushi & other Japanese dishes drifts past diners on a conveyor belt at this simple spot.

333 E 2nd St (Los Angeles)

Cute cafe, bakery and shop featuring made-to-order pasta, sandwiches and baked goods.

2813, 2815 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Relaxed Italian chain eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, plus wine & cocktails.

774 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Celebrated local sushi chain serving traditional rolls & sake in a chic, intimate space.

600 W 7th St #150 (Los Angeles)

Pizzas with standard toppings, subs, salads & more are served in a casual space with booth seating.

1657 N La Brea Ave (Los Angeles)

Pizzas by the slice or pie are served in a basic space along with sandwiches, salads, wings & more.

1177 S State College Blvd (Anaheim)

Relaxed eatery featuring salads and wraps, plus gluten-free donuts.

5570 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)

Compact eatery with a bar offering sushi, ramen, poke and sake.

1511 N Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

Local fixture since 1962 serves classic Mexican fare in colorful space with indoor or patio seating.

1920 Hyperion Ave (Los Angeles)

No-frills counter serve dispensing pizza & basic Italian eats, plus burgers, tacos & burritos.

1809 N Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual chicken specialists offering grilled poultry and sides for eating in or taking away.

6374 Sunset Blvd Ste D (Los Angeles)

Small, family-run spot featuring fresh, traditional sushi rolls and noodle bowls.

645 W 9th St Apt 107 (Los Angeles)

Local Italian chain serving a menu of pizza, pasta & sandwiches in a low-key setting.

783 W Blaine St (Riverside)

Creative and traditional Mexican dishes, including vegan options, served in a casual spot with margaritas.

5923 Franklin Ave (Los Angeles)

New York-style thin-crust pizza made with artisanal toppings in an edgy, rehabbed old building.

2019 E 7th St (Los Angeles)

Casual Italian eatery specializing in fresh pasta and sauces.

6460 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 130 (Long Beach)

Relaxed, clean eatery, specializing in pizza by the slice and featuring beer and wine.

444 N Lakeview Ave (Anaheim)

Chain dishing up modern Mexican bowls, burritos, salads and tacos served in a bright setting.

6550 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

An array of sushi & other Japanese dishes drifts past diners on a conveyor belt at this simple spot.

2700 Alton Pkwy #133 (Irvine)

Family-run eatery specializing in pizzas and wings infused with Indian flavors like paneer and curry.

3678 Central Ave Ste 103 (Riverside)

Upscale Northern Italian spot offering a classy patio-enhanced atmosphere & late-night weekend jazz.

3646 Mission Inn Avenue (Riverside)

Cozy, low-key Italian restaurant offering pizza, pasta, sandwiches & salads for dine-in or takeout.

6160 Arlington Ave C4 (Riverside)

Kid-friendly Mexican restaurant featuring Oaxacan fare and colorful decor.

3014 W Olympic Blvd (Los Angeles)

A big menu of all the classics pairs with a limited bar in a simple space lined with paintings.

6210 Pacific Coast Hwy (Long Beach)

Unassuming, family-run eatery offering homestyle Mexican food, including handmade tortillas.

4155 Park Ave (Riverside)

Cozy Japanese restaurant featuring a varied sushi menu alongside sashimi and salmon dishes.

3976 S Figueroa St (Los Angeles)

Casual, counter-service sushi restaurant in an airport business center supplying specialty rolls, sashimi, and entrees.

17951 Sky Park Cir Unit F (Irvine)

Easygoing outfit with traditional decor serving tacos, burritos & ceviche, plus other standards.

421 Venice Blvd. (Los Angeles)

Casual, no-frills Japanese bistro serving authentic fare such as sushi and sake.

6775 Santa Monica Blvd #3 (Los Angeles)

Small, relaxed sushi bar with a menu of classic rolls and other options like poke bowls and fried gyoza.

19510 Van Buren Boulevard F6 (Riverside)

Enchiladas, quesadillas & other Mexican favorites presented in an enduring locale.

3204 Mission Inn Avenue (Riverside)

Local chain serving traditional Mexican dishes, beer & wine in a relaxed atmosphere.

2901 E 7th St (Long Beach)

Cozy, hip Japanese restaurant offering ramen, sushi, and small plates, plus happy hour specials.

6565 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Family-friendly Italian eatery serving staples including pizza, pasta & sandwiches.

2540 Main St (Irvine)

Casual eatery in a strip mall provides a wide array of sushi & classic Japanese entrees, plus sake.

5228 Arlington Ave (Riverside)

Casual sushi joint, also serving sake, that's popular for lunch specials, as well as for dinner.

232 E 2nd St E (Los Angeles)

Unfussy Mexican cantina selling tacos, moles & chile-heavy Oaxacan fare plus beer.

10426 National Blvd (Los Angeles)

Casual Mexican restaurant serving classic favorites such as enchiladas and tamales for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

9418 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Casual eatery for customized pizzas crafted with housemade dough and fresh toppings.

6705 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Teriyaki plates & sushi rolls are the main attractions at this no-nonsense eatery.

6660 Sunset Blvd # M (Los Angeles)

Mexican cuisine & imported beer served in a narrow, relaxed space with a warm vibe.

2472 University Ave (Riverside)

Japanese fusion choice with a range of sushi rolls, teriyaki & drinks in vibrant surrounds.

6415 E Spring St (Long Beach)

Mexican fare made with farm-fresh produce & organic meats served in upbeat digs with a cool bar.

4140 Atlantic Ave (Long Beach)

Counter-service joint with an unfussy, old-school vibe offering a typical range of Mexican bites.

6517 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Deli known for sandwiches including a popular Philly cheesesteak, plus pizzas and salads.

6235 River Crest Dr Ste F (Riverside)

Local chain of festive restaurants featuring an extended menu of south-of-the-border classics.

1144 Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Deep-fried pork and seafood cutlets, plus noodles and sushi rolls.

4790 Irvine Blvd #103 (Irvine)

Casual Japanese cafe & sushi bar offering a long menu of rolls, donburi & curries, plus combo deals.

4105 Atlantic Ave C (Long Beach)

Celebrated local sushi chain serving traditional rolls & sake in a chic, intimate space.

6115 Sunset Blvd #170 (Los Angeles)

Laid-back eatery featuring seafood dishes, tacos and ceviche, plus beers and cocktails.

2646 E Alessandro Blvd (Riverside)

Authentic Mexican comfort food such as tacos, mulitas, and burritos served in a casual atmosphere.

10759 Magnolia Ave Ste p (Riverside)

Cafe/bakery chain preparing small-batch, New York-style bagels, plus breakfast & lunch sandwiches.

2262 17th St (Santa Ana)

Buzzy, casual bar & grill offering pizzas & rotating menu of craft beers, plus TVs & pool tables.

5638 E La Palma Ave (Anaheim)

Informal restaurant offering specialty pies, classic Italian pasta entrees & submarine sandwiches.

195 E Alessandro Blvd (Riverside)

This Japanese restaurant serves sushi & nigiri alongside other fare like gyoza & tempura.

195 Alessandro Blvd Ste 8A (Riverside)

Family-owned pizza joint serving thin-crust pies, wings and sandwiches, with a beer selection. Arcade games and darts are on hand too.

5115 Jurupa Ave b3 (Riverside)

Tiny strip-mall spot offering basic pizza, salad & sandwich options, plus daily happy-hour specials.

1785 Palo Verde Ave # J (Long Beach)

Steve Samson’s Bolognese-inspired menu, including handmade pastas and Italian wines.

1124 San Julian St (Los Angeles)

Chef Nancy Silverton turns out acclaimed wood-burning-oven pizzas & antipasti in busy digs.

641 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)

Bright, casual Mexican cafe serving a lengthy menu including big burritos plus a salsa bar.

2940 Clark Ave (Long Beach)

Tacos, seafood, and other Mexican dishes served in a relaxed atmosphere with beers and cocktails.

1242 University Ave Ste 5 (Riverside)

Stylish restaurant offering classic & modern takes on Roman-inspired dishes, plus Italian wines.

1509 Echo Park Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual eatery specializing in pizza, pasta dishes and seafood entrees, plus beer and wine.

10971 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Simple counter-serve Japanese eatery with a variety of ramen & poke bowls, plus sushi rolls.

3900 Atlantic Ave Ste 101 (Long Beach)

Unpretentious taco spot known for its braised meat & veggie stews atop handmade tortillas.

1261 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Mexican, Oaxacan and Latin-food eatery featuring a selection of ceviches and mole dishes.

5224 2nd St (Long Beach)

Casual Mexican option for familiar dishes, cocktails, and margaritas, plus a churro cart.

1550 S Harbor Blvd (Anaheim)

Snug, simple joint turning out pizzas with a variety of toppings, plus slices, pastas & subs.

2825 Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

Sleek, contemporary Japanese option with a sushi bar, a full kitchen menu, fusion dishes & full bar.

1630 Spruce St (Riverside)

Fiestalike, bright digs for homey, family-recipe Mexican chow (tacos, flautas) plus sangria & beer.

2030 E 4th St (Long Beach)

Informal, family-owned destination for traditional Mexican fare & American standards.

3721 E Anaheim St (Long Beach)

Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.

2220 17th St (Santa Ana)

Relaxed eatery for pizzas (including classics) and salads.

2936 Clark Ave (Long Beach)

Family-owned local restaurant chain offering homestyle Mexican dishes & drinks in a casual setting.

2201 E 1st St (Santa Ana)

Uncompromising approach to homemade Italian dishes served in a casual, comfortable setting.

751 S Weir Canyon Rd #151 (Anaheim)

Sushi & Cal-Asian fare served amid gardens & a koi pond in the Hollywood Hills overlooking the city.

1999 N Sycamore Ave (Los Angeles)

Order-at-the-counter chain serving lots of specialty pies & other Italian basics.

1131 W Lincoln Ave Unit130 (Anaheim)

Chain teppanyaki grill serving steaks & seafood, plus sushi & a traditional Japanese menu.

4545 S Centinela Ave (Los Angeles)

Local chain of festive restaurants featuring an extended menu of south-of-the-border classics.

3229 E Anaheim St (Long Beach)

Casual pizza chain with signature and create-your-own pies, plus wings, salads, and sides.

1923 N Bronson Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual pizzeria featuring Michigan-style pies with crispy edges and a hearty substance, plus chicken wings.

6219 Franklin Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual restaurant serving sushi rolls, sake, and wine, plus happy-hour specials.

1731 W Katella Ave suite f (Anaheim)

Posh sushi eatery (including sashimi) that offers an omakase menu, as well as an à la carte offering.

9844 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Cozy Italian eatery specializing in wood-fired pies and handmade pasta.

4621 2nd St (Long Beach)

Japanese dishes (sushi and sashimi included) are served at this casual eatery, along with ramen, tempura, curry and beer.

1400 University Ave A101 (Riverside)

Casual Mexican restaurant offering comfort food, late-night hours, and live music.

10277 Arlington Ave (Riverside)

Casual restaurant featuring traditional Mexican fare such as burritos and tacos, plus breakfast tacos.

2115 E Ball Rd (Anaheim)

Perennial place providing classic burgers & other American comfort foods in an easygoing atmosphere.

11603 Slater St (Los Angeles)