Sadly it's now permanently closed as of May 3, 2026, after over 46 years in business…read more Our family wanted to make sure that we went there today. To thank the very kind owner who loves the Dana point community for generations, and visitors, first time equally as much. We wanted to get their delicious clam chowder, and wonderful fried fish, on today, their final day. The service was always excellent. The chill Dana Point Harbor, was always relaxing, nurturing, all year. Thank you, once again, and blessings for all the decades of wonderful deliciously fresh seafood, an extremely affordable price as well. - That you provided all your customers. Hopefully that beautiful large realistic looking swordfish that's been hanging on the restaurant wall ever since I was 10 years old - Will find a wonderful new home! oh, and that huge shark! (this place has personality, and heart, and will be missed dearly)

Well, it's officially goodbye to this place. Ordered a four piece fish and chips to share and two…read morediet cokes. The bill was $37.07. The young man tending to us was hustling so he deserved his tip of $8.00 so I walked away with a bill of $45.07. You had the audacity of charging $11.00 for two little cups of Diet Coke??? Well, you made your choice and you lost a customer and your reputation. Good luck. DO NOT RECOMMEND EATING HERE!!!!!!

Seafood at its BEST! Lobster Roll! Phenomenal! The freshness, the melding of flavors. Grilled to…read moreperfection! Worth the $. I almost drove back to the Dana Point Classic Car Show to purchase another. I've had quite a few Lobster Rolls while traveling and this is one of the absolute best. I need to search where the food truck will be this weekend. I simply have to have another!

This truck was at a community event and it smelled really good. A king crab roll sounded amazing…read more It was decent, but not $23 good. Not a lot of crab and presentation was meh at best.

The line can get long but you're only waiting to place an order. It doesn't take that long to get…read moreyour food. It's not hard to find street parking either. This place is a little pricey but it's worth it. You get a lot of avocado and ginger. I love the original flavor. It makes the rice taste so good. I wish they gave more salmon but I'm still satisfied.

I was in the area and had been wanting to try Kawamata Seafood for a while since I'd heard so many…read moregood things about it. There is some outdoor seating available but it's definitely more of a grab-and-go spot. Parking on the other hand was a bit challenging. The atmosphere was casual and relaxed. The service was friendly and quick, which I appreciated. We ordered two bowls with salmon and tuna. 1 had the OG sauce and the other had the OG sauce mixed with wasabi. The OG was a little bland for my taste but it was still enjoyable. The wasabi mixed with the OG was definitely more flavorful. Given all the hype I was expecting a bit more flavor overall. The fish itself was fresh and good quality with no fishy aftertaste. The rice, however, was a little dry. The portions were also smaller than I expected for the price and the extra charges for toppings can add up pretty quickly. Overall, it was a decent spot to try if you're in the area but I personally wouldn't go out of my way to visit again. Good quality fish but it didn't quite live up to the hype based on my experience.

M-F happy hour IS so bomb!…read more We got pretty much got everything on the happy hour menu. Edamame, fish tacos, burgers, poke nachos, ceviche, and wings. Reasonable price for all of this for just under $45 dollars. We sat outside, so inside we did not get to look all that well. But seemed cozy inside to eat too. The decor was pretty nice too. We had this spot saved on my list from 2 years ago and very happy we came when we did.

Service was very friendly when ordering and seating was self served. My husband and I ordered a…read moredozen oysters, the garlic noodles and the fisherman's catch. Oysters 10/10 perfectly shucked no broken shells and so fresh. Garlic Noodles 6/10 it was pretty good but I did not like the shell left on the shrimp and the excess oils pooled at the bottom of the dish, the arugula helped a lot to make the meal feel less heavy. Loved the parmesan on top. Fisherman's Catch 4/10 we chose the Cajun seasoning but it was very bland and very oily, it was presented as a fish boil selection but it was just so oily, and we couldn't really detect any Cajun flavor. The seafood itself was cooked well and so were the corn and potatoes. In my opinion for the price you pay the quality misses the mark by a few points. It was a good experience but I don't think I would go out of my way to come here again.

Dana Point Farmers Market is such a gem and honestly one of my favorite ways to spend a morning or…read moreearly afternoon This market has such a great atmosphere. The food is amazing, the coffee is on point, and the flowers are absolutely beautiful. Every time I go, it feels like there's something new to discover. It really seems like the market is growing all the time, with new vendors popping up weekly, which keeps it exciting and fresh One of the standout things for me is the pastries... they are to die for Seriously, if you go, do yourself a favor and grab some. Everything feels fresh, handmade, and worth indulging in. Between the baked goods, local food, and quality coffee, it's easy to make a whole experience out of it. What I really love is the overall vibe. It has that perfect mix of community, charm, and relaxed coastal energy that makes Dana Point special You can walk around with a coffee in hand, check out the vendors, grab amazing food, pick up fresh flowers, and just enjoy the whole atmosphere. Definitely worth the time, worth the money, and absolutely worth going for the experience alone. If you haven't been yet, go check it out. It's one of those places that makes you want to come back again and again

Went down here on a Wednesday for the first time. Held in the parking lot at the harbor, there are…read morea lot of vendors, though not a lot in the way of produce, just a few in that department. Vibe is very relaxed and mellow. Great variety of small producers making different tasty foods, from chocolate covered figs to tamales, to flavored salts, to hummus and other dips, gourmet French products (you can find Bourdier butter here, if you know what I'm talking about!), to delicious sourdough. I thought it was a little disappointing there weren't more members from the community out here supporting the producers, it was really quiet and everyone was eager to have you sample their stuff and chat you up. It's not cheap but this is Dana Point. But it's great if you're looking for some really tasty foods, this is an event worth supporting, and coming back to again, and again, and again...

I love this store very much because there is a lot of delicious food, frozen, treats, candy,…read moresweets, snacks, and refreshing sodas and drinks to choose from. Also, the people here are super nice, sweet, friendly, and helpful, and there was good vibe, too.

Never enough cashiers! Always a line. For the prices I pay here, it should be easier and quicker to…read morecheck out.

It was our first time visiting this restaurant and overall we had a great experience. The…read morerestaurant was clean, nice, and had a welcoming atmosphere. Service was good throughout the evening, and the drinks menu offered a decent variety -- some options were on the pricier side while others were more reasonable. The food was also very good. Pricing was consistent with what you'd expect from a higher-end steak and seafood restaurant, though the portions were on the smaller side. We definitely needed an appetizer, soup, and entrée to feel full. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and would definitely come back.

I was really looking forward to trying this restaurant, but it was kind of a miss. We went with a…read moreof the party of six to celebrate a birthday. My biggest problem was that the food was inconsistent. The grilled octopus and the Crudo were delicious. My husband said the pork chop was one of the best ones he's ever had. The rest of our entrées were severely underseasoned. Everything from the fish, the filet, the mashed potatoes, and the vegetables needed salt. This was especially disappointing since the place is a bit pricey. We had to ask for salt to properly season our meals. I would definitely try it again to see if it's better.

Miss Market is so cute and it's sit back in a parking lot so it's kind of hard to find unless you…read moreknow where you're going. They have delicious grapes and a wide selection of wines and champagne's that are reasonably priced. I really like it here!

Great store and great service!!! Sandwiches are amazing and ready to order. All products seem fresh…read moreand they also have a good selection of organic produce. We are loyal customers.

Wind & Sea *May 30th, 2026…read more*11am- Saturday *4 Stars Environment: *Moderate Sized Parking Lot *Large Parking Structure *Indoor and Outdoor Seating *Friendly Service Food/Drink: *Hawaiian Chicken Came here to celebrate my aunt and sister's combined birthday celebration and made sure to arrive right when the restaurant opened so we could hopefully get outdoor seating. There was already a pretty good line forming when they opened, so I'd definitely recommend getting there early if you want to sit outside. I ordered the Hawaiian Chicken, and the chicken itself was moist and flavorful, although slightly salty for my taste. The outdoor seating was definitely the highlight though, with really nice views of the water and a relaxing atmosphere. There's a decent amount of parking near the restaurant, although many of the spots seem mainly intended for those with boats. There is also a larger parking structure about a 5-minute walk away with plenty of parking available. Since I was a little crunched for time, I didn't get the chance to explore the surrounding shops, but I'm hoping to do that next time I'm in the area.

In the refurbishing Dana Point wharf, excellent views…read more Service by Raylin was outstanding very personable and efficient. My wife enjoyed her shrimp cocktail with powerful and tasty horseradish. I had the scallops which were a beautiful brown and tasty.

If you're looking for authentic, fantastic Mexican food in San Juan Capistrano, El Zabandeja is…read moreabsolutely worth your time. This is the kind of place where the food speaks for itself. As a local gringo, sure--I wouldn't mind a few pictures on the menu--but honestly, it doesn't matter. Just pick something and go for it. Everything I've tried has been excellent, and you really can't go wrong. What makes it even better is that it's truly family-owned and operated. And I mean that literally--you'll see them in the front, in the back, and serving tables. There's something special about that level of care and pride in what they're doing. It's incredibly important to support places like this, especially in South Orange County and particularly in San Juan Capistrano. Restaurants like this are what give the area its character. Take your time when you go--make it a date night or bring family when they're in town. If you want real, authentic, fantastic food, this is the spot.

The seafood was fresh and full of flavor, and everything tasted very well prepared. I highly…read morerecommend trying the agua chile con salsa negro -- it had great flavor and was one of my favorite dishes. The camarones a la diabla and camarones al ajillo were also both delicious, well seasoned, and cooked perfectly. If you enjoy seafood, this is definitely a place worth trying. I would gladly come back again.