CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

4.7

1474 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

At Craft House Restaurant we focus on serving the freshest local ingredients to our guests. From working with local fishermen in the Dana Point Harbor to sourcing ingredients from the local farmer's markets.

At Craft House we pride ourselves on having one of the best American whiskey selection in South Orange County. From you daily drinking whiskey to the one's you've spend your life trying to taste (all of the Pappy van Winkle collection).

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 481-7734
Website
https://www.eatatcrafthouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Blake Mellgren

Location
34094 Pacific Coastal Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629
Neighborhood
Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Cross street
Pacific Coast Highway @ Del Prado
Parking details
Limited Parking in our lot due to outdoor dining. An additional lot coming soon for parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Steamed Clams$20.00
manila clams | tomato + seafood broth | spanish chorizo | grilled sourdough
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts$16.00
roasted butternut squash | pepitas | pomegranate | sherry glaze
Birria Egg Roll$20.00
guajillo braised lamb shoulder | potato | oaxaca | bell peppers | onions | consommé | salsa| avocado crema
Roasted Cauliflower$14.00
sweet chili | sriracha aioli | togarashi sesame seeds | chives | wonton strips
Thai-Style Duck Wings$21.00
chili + honey glaze cucumber kimchi | sesame | cilantro
Salt + Pepper Shrimp$16.00
gulf shrimp | sweet chili sauce
Potato Tacos (3)$13.00
potato | queso fresco | cotija | cabbage | habanero crema | house salsa
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice$18.00
ahi tuna | rice cake | avocado crema | sweet soy | sesame | cilantro
Mac & Cheese$16.00
cheddar | oaxaca | parmesan | herbs | cream | panko + parmesan gremolata

Greens

Craft House Chowda
clams | bacon | carrot | onion | celery | potato | cream | herbs
- Cup$9.00
- Bowl$15.00
Farmer's Market Burrata Salad$18.00
burrata | mixed greens | tomato | crispy quinoa | sunny cal farms seasonal fruit | sourdough
Santa Ana Chicken Caesar$20.00
romaine| chicken breast | pepitas | tomato | grilled lime | queso fresco | chipotle caesar dressing
Craft House Wedge$18.00
little gem | neuske bacon | blue cheese | marinated tomato | red onion | ranch
Fall Salad$18.00
sunny cal farms pear | squash puree | roasted butternut squash | candied pecans | feta | pear vinaigrette

Larger Plates

Pan Roasted Ono$36.00
charred asparagus | herbed rice | feta | castelvetrano olive tapenade
Pan Roasted Sea Scallops$38.00
butternut squash + sage risotto
Steak Frites$42.00
8 oz wagyu grass fed skirt steak | chimichurri | tallow fries | fry sauce
Maple Leaf Duck Breast$36.00
pan roasted | pink pineapple glaze | pink pineapple + egg fried rice
Grilled Meatloaf$26.00
beef | pork | bacon | trinity | greens | mashed potato | tomato jam
Craft House Smash Burger$22.00
2 grass fed patties | american cheese | caramelized onions | pickles | garlic + mustard aioli | fries
Craft House Fried Chicken Dinner$28.00
mashed potato | haricot vert | country pepper gravy
Chicken Pot Pie$28.00
whole chicken | fennel | leek | parsnip | chicken broth | herbs | puff pastry
Braised Beef Pasta$26.00
short rib | pearls onion | garlic | shallot | braising jus | parmesan | herbs | vanilla parsnip puree | rigatoni
Vegetable Pasta$22.00
shiitake mushrooms | haricot vert | parmesan | cream | garlic | shallot | white wine | tagliolini
Brown Butter Sage Risotto$20.00
shiitake mushrooms | haricot vert | parmesan | cream | garlic | shallot | white wine | tagliolini

Add-On Proteins

Market Fish$18.00
Seared Scallops (3)$21.00
Shrimp (5)$20.00
Grilled Chicken Breast$8.00
Fried Chicken Thigh$8.00
8oz Wagyu Grass Fed Skirt$32.00

What 1,474 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point offers an inviting atmosphere with "fantastic service" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the innovative menu, exceptional cocktails, and friendly staff. Highlights include the crispy rice and tuna, butter cake, and a varied bourbon selection. It's a go-to spot for both casual and upscale dining experiences.

1,474 Reviews

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Jamie
Los Angeles
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The halibut- OMG! Also felt very welcome with Kai🦮. Weird music assortment and it’s loud, but food and service are first rate.
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Kern
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was not pushy and let us order on our schedule. She made great suggestions for appetizers. Food was fabulous
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Jack
Orange County
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This evening was our first visit back since the opening of the Craft House, coming with friends who had never been before. While the service was exceptional, the menu was a bit limited (only one burger to choose from). What was ordered however was excellent. Our table of 4 enjoyed a variety of starters, which became our main entree, and wine. Very pleased with the flavors and quantity so much that we didn't feel the need for more to eat beyond a Buttercake for desert. The room noise was the biggest distraction to an otherwise delightful time. we can recommend this restaurant with a 4 out of 5 stars.
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Martin
Los Angeles
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Creative good choices and terrific service. Noise was a little loud outside.
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OpenTable Diner
Boise
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was great tasting and the portion was perfect. The only thing that was off was the temp. The food was a bit on the cooler side. Ambience was great, service was attentive and quick.
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Mark
Orange County
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for Social Hour and dinner. We enjoyed the potato tacos (surprisingly good), salad and then the Thai Duck which was outstanding. Will definitely be going back - the sooner the better!
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Jennifer
Orange County
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely dinner. The food was delicious- great service! Looking forward to going back!
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Martin
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love this place! Fantastic food, great service, so many options. We cannot wait to come back again.
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Ron
Los Angeles
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Craft house was a good call for dinner this weekend. The tuna crisp appetizer is really good . The meatloaf is ok but won’t be ordered again as it wasn’t memorable. The reviews read like it was the bomb but I don’t agree. The burger was great but the fries were like the bottom of the barrel at 6 pm - all tiny bits. Our waitress Courtney truly made our evening and was 5 stars . We finished with the Buttercake and it is excellent !
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Todd
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food is good, not great. The prices are high. We had a mix up with our salad and they charged us full price for 2. Drink menu looks strong. I will probably not go back.
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FAQs

CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 481-7734.

CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point is rated 4.7 stars by 1474 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

34094 Pacific Coastal Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629

Additional information

Cross street
Pacific Coast Highway @ Del Prado
Neighborhood
Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Limited Parking in our lot due to outdoor dining. An additional lot coming soon for parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Blake Mellgren
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.eatatcrafthouse.com/
Phone number
(949) 481-7734

CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Marblred Butter Cake

Potato Tacos (3)

Grilled Meatloaf

To Share

Steamed Clams$20.00

Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts$16.00

Birria Egg Roll$20.00

Roasted Cauliflower$14.00

Thai-Style Duck Wings$21.00

Salt + Pepper Shrimp$16.00

Potato Tacos (3)$13.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice$18.00

Mac & Cheese$16.00

Greens

Craft House Chowda

Farmer's Market Burrata Salad$18.00

Santa Ana Chicken Caesar$20.00

Craft House Wedge$18.00

Fall Salad$18.00

Larger Plates

Pan Roasted Ono$36.00

Pan Roasted Sea Scallops$38.00

Steak Frites$42.00

Maple Leaf Duck Breast$36.00

Grilled Meatloaf$26.00

Craft House Smash Burger$22.00

Craft House Fried Chicken Dinner$28.00

Chicken Pot Pie$28.00

Braised Beef Pasta$26.00

Vegetable Pasta$22.00

Brown Butter Sage Risotto$20.00

Add-On Proteins

Market Fish$18.00

Seared Scallops (3)$21.00

Shrimp (5)$20.00

Grilled Chicken Breast$8.00

Fried Chicken Thigh$8.00

8oz Wagyu Grass Fed Skirt$32.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point restaurant rated?

Is CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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