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    Young's Beach Shack

    4.3 (242 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Breakfast burrito with fruit.
    Kristi M.

    What a view for a monster burrito. Sat at the ocean front counter to eat the biggest breakfast burrito ever (pico, bacon, cheese and at least 4 eggs). I opted for fresh fruit instead of chips and the fruit was crisp and ripe. Food came out fast and the staff was friendly.

    Elisa G.

    It's so much less expensive to dine here than the Ritz Carlton and it's great for a late afternoon snack! I really enjoyed my ahi tuna poke bowl today and it's such a gorgeous day here. Nothing like eating healthy looking at the ocean! It's really delightful here and everyone is so nice!

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    Steve S.

    Good spot with beautiful ocean views, located below Ritz Carlton and slightly above the beach. My wife and I went with a tuna poke bowl each and we ordered chicken tenders with fries for our kids. The poke bowl tasted great, served on the bed of steamed rice and some greens, topped with chunks of fresh tuna, fresh slices of very ripe avocado and all of it topped with tangy, savory sauce resembling a light spicy mayo. Very yummy! My kids' chicken tenders and fries were solid as well. The tenders were crispy on the outside and incredibly tender and juicy on the inside. The fries were golden brown, crispy and tasted just right. The spot is outside seating only and pretty much all tables are ocean-view. The customer service was very friendly and efficient. Will definitely come back to this place again to try some other items.

    Yana R.

    I like this spot! Came down early morning to walk along the beach and up to the reserve, came back and my group treated ourselves to the food here. Got the burrito and a cold brew and it hit the spot. Theres seats that face the water, but those filled up right away, plenty of tables to sit at if they're open, if not, there's the beach as well as the park behind it to enjoy your food. Food didn't take too long, from the window it looked like they had a full staff. Really great location, it was a good start to the day for sure

    Sierra S.

    Got an açaí bowl here and it was okay, the place itself was very popular and touristy. My bowl was super frozen and honestly just didn't taste that great. I've had so many better bowls! Service was good and quick, great for the convenience on the beach but other than that I wouldn't ever go out of my way to come back.

    Young's wrote a special birthday note on the box just for Quinn, our dog.
    Patti W.

    Young Beach Shack is our favorite place to go for breakfast lunch or dinner! They have delicious breakfast burritos, French toast and good coffee. They also have delicious ceviche and fish tacos, and the best burger you're gonna get anywhere in Orange County! But most importantly, they are kind and welcoming to animals. We ordered a side of bacon for our dog's birthday and we were delighted to see that they wrote a special little note inside the box just for her!

    MaDonna W.

    Shhhhhhh We don't want everyone to know how incredibly wonderful and delicious this beach shack is. guys., the food is delicious and you're staring at the ocean. 5 We had a feast and a couple of cocktails to go with it....

    Kerry S.

    I came here with my husband and dog. We snagged some awesome seats facing the ocean and ordered the chicken sandwich, Acai bowl and a couple of beers. Everything was delicious! Make sure you are not in a rush, orders take a while to come out. Only suggestion I have is it would be nice if they had some relaxing island music in the background.

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    Melissa D.

    Young's Beach Shack is an absolute gem, and we can't wait to go back! We stopped in after breakfast, so we didn't get to try everything on the menu, but what we did have was incredible. The clam chowder is rich, flavorful, and perfectly comforting--definitely a must-try. We also loved their micheladas, which were refreshing and expertly made, making for a fun and tasty treat by the beach. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and everyone in the area was super friendly. It really felt like a place where the community comes together, and it was fun to see people enjoying themselves with their dogs on the patio. The laid-back, beachside vibe makes it a perfect spot to relax, have a good meal, and soak in the friendly energy. We left wishing we could have tried more from the menu, which just gives us a reason to return soon. Between the amazing food, great drinks, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, Young's Beach Shack is a spot we highly recommend. It's a must-visit for anyone looking for delicious beachside eats and a friendly, fun environment. We'll definitely be back!

    Fish and chips, poke bowl, clam chowder
    Christine V.

    Excellent location right next to the beach. The price definitely reflects that. It was super crowded on the weekend. I was able to get a table before the food arrived. The staff are super nice. I couldn't grab all the food in one trip, but the staff helped take half of it to me. Fish and chips - nice batter and very crispy. Portion is a bit small. Poke bowl - fresh poke, it was light and tasty on a hot day. Clam chowder - pretty good and balanced.

    Acái my daughter loved. Sure only gets strawberry, granola, nutella. It does come with more.
    Christina M.

    I got fish and chips, poke bowl, breakfast burrito, french toast. Everyone was happy with their food. Always consistent. Always yum.

    Janelle Z.

    You can't beat the view and the fish and chips was really good. Fun spot for a bite to eat after the beach or a casual date night. Take a walk along the path or enjoy the sunset from the lawn after.

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    Peyton L.

    Awesome location and can't really beat the view. This spot is quintessential Dana Point. The line was quite long and good took a while to come out but it was a hot day and the beach was pretty busy on the weekend. Probably wouldn't be such a long wait otherwise. If you can secure a bar stool overlooking the water while you wait for the food it's the ideal spot to watch surfers! The burger was juicy and the spiced tortilla chips it came with should not be overlooked. Poke bowl was very fresh and had a healthy serving of tuna in it. I wasn't incredibly impressed with the fish n chips although it is locally caught which makes me appreciate it more. The beach shack knows they can probably get away with upcharging since it's the only source of food at the beach, but for the location and the vibes it's probably worth it.

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    Service for ordering at counter, very helpful. Had fish and chips and was delicious - arrived in 7 minutes piping hot.

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    Food was amazing, service was excellent and very fast will definitely go back, very cool spot for sunsets

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    They got the drink situation figured out...you can order drinks from the 2nd window. 5 stars...nice work Youngs!

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    Best place to watch sunset and beach is beautiful nice weather and lots of pictures you can take

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    Perfect stop to relax with a fabulous view, for a glass of wine or cocktail, and snack. Easy e-bike parking.

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    We enjoyed a wonderful fried chicken sandwich. Well prepared and was with chicken thighs. You can't beat the view!

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