CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

Name: CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point
Address: 34094 Pacific Coastal Hwy, Dana Point, CA, United States, 92629
Telephone: (949) 481-7734
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1488 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

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
Neighbourhood
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 ClamsUS$20.00
manila clams | tomato + seafood broth | spanish chorizo | grilled sourdough
Pan Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$16.00
roasted butternut squash | pepitas | pomegranate | sherry glaze
Birria Egg RollUS$20.00
guajillo braised short rib | potato | oaxaca | bell peppers | onions | consommé | salsa| avocado crema
Roasted CauliflowerUS$14.00
sweet chili | sriracha aioli | togarashi sesame seeds | chives | wonton strips
Thai-Style Duck WingsUS$21.00
chili + honey glaze cucumber kimchi | sesame | cilantro
Salt + Pepper ShrimpUS$16.00
gulf shrimp | sriracha aioli
Potato Tacos (3)US$13.00
potato | queso fresco | cotija | cabbage | habanero crema | house salsa
Spicy Tuna Crispy RiceUS$18.00
ahi tuna | rice cake | avocado crema | sweet soy | sesame | cilantro
Mac & CheeseUS$16.00
cheddar | oaxaca | parmesan | herbs | cream | panko + parmesan gremolata

Greens

Craft House Chowda
clams | bacon | carrot | onion | celery | potato | cream | herbs
- CupUS$9.00
- BowlUS$15.00
Farmer's Market Burrata SaladUS$18.00
burrata | mixed greens | tomato | crispy quinoa | sunny cal farms seasonal fruit | sourdough
Santa Ana Chicken CaesarUS$20.00
romaine| chicken breast | pepitas | tomato | grilled lime | queso fresco | chipotle caesar dressing
Craft House WedgeUS$18.00
little gem | neuske bacon | blue cheese | marinated tomato | red onion | ranch
Winter SaladUS$18.00
tuscan mix lettuce | candied pecans | pomegranate | shaft blue cheese | crispy prosciutto | dried cranberries | persimmon | pomegranate molasses vinaigrette

Larger Plates

Pan Roasted HalibutUS$36.00
prosciutto | asparagus | golden beet + pear gastrique | maitake + shiitake risotto
20 oz Bone-In Pork ChopUS$32.00
preserved meyer lemon + thyme sauce | creamed spinach | tallow roasted potatoes
Pan Roasted Sea ScallopsUS$38.00
butternut squash + sage risotto
Steak FritesUS$42.00
8 oz wagyu grass fed skirt steak | chimichurri | tallow fries | fry sauce
Grilled MeatloafUS$26.00
beef | pork | bacon | trinity | greens | mashed potato | tomato jam
Craft House Smash BurgerUS$22.00
2 grass fed patties | american cheese | caramelized onions | pickles | garlic + mustard aioli | fries
Craft House Fried Chicken DinnerUS$28.00
mashed potato | haricot vert | country pepper gravy
Chicken Pot PieUS$28.00
whole chicken | fennel | leek | parsnip | carrot | chicken broth | herbs | puff pastry
Braised Beef PastaUS$26.00
short rib | pearls onion | garlic | shallot | braising jus | parmesan | herbs | vanilla parsnip puree | rigatoni
Vegetable PastaUS$22.00
shiitake mushrooms | haricot vert | parmesan | cream | garlic | shallot | white wine | bucatini
Brown Butter Sage RisottoUS$20.00
butternut squash | parmesan | white wine | brown butter | sage

Add-On Proteins

Market FishUS$18.00
Seared Scallops (5)US$21.00
Grilled Chicken BreastUS$8.00
Fried Chicken ThighUS$8.00
8oz Wagyu Grass Fed SkirtUS$32.00

What 1,488 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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Craft House Dana Point offers a welcoming atmosphere with "amazing food and spirits." The menu is innovative, featuring standout dishes like the crispy rice and tuna, butter cake, and delectable cocktails. Service is "attentive and friendly," and the patio is perfect for dining with pets. While certain dishes and noise levels can vary, overall experiences are delightful, making it a "definite go-to spot."

1,488 Reviews

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Joe
VIP
Orange County
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Service was awesome however food left a lot to be desired. Restaurant inside was extremely cold temperature wise. Only hot drinks they had for Brunch was coffee and tea. Waffles and. Hi Ken had little to no flavor. Eggs were undercooked and hot food was served cold. Our waiter was the only good thing he was friendly and professional.
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Dale
VIP
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant experience. Food is excellent. Been going here for years with groups and it never disappoints.
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LeslieN
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful dinner at the Craft House last night! Food was excellent as well as the service!
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Greg
Orange County
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It lived up to its “Craft” branding. Food, cocktails were creative and had a true “hand-crafted” feel. A very special experience.
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Jennifer
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a good find! Excellent, quality food and cocktails. And bonus, they are committed to using tallow instead of seed oils! Huge win!
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Preston
VIP
Orange County
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Cocktails were good but one was out of balance and too sweet. The steak frites had great frites but the steak was overcooked and too tough to eat. Butter cake was amazing.
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Stacy
VIP
Orange County
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Terrific food and service. Worth every penny. Winter salad is the best salad I’ve had in ages. My husband loved his Chicken Pot Pie. It does get loud in there but still a great place.
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Kristy
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff and food was very good. Will be back!
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Debbie
VIP
Orange County
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Salt and pepper shrimp, birria tacos and toasts all nothing special - shrimp tasted funny not good - holiday drink was very good everything else not so much all for $250 - we left disappointed
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jane
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our 3rd visit. We met family here for our Thanksgiving weekend celebration. The food is consistently delicious and beautifully presented. The menu provides a variety of interesting options. The service is fantastic. This Resturant never disappoints!
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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 1488 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

34094 Pacific Coastal Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629

Additional information

Cross Street
Pacific Coast Highway @ Del Prado
Neighbourhood
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

Winter Salad

Potato Tacos (3)

To Share

Steamed ClamsUS$20.00

Pan Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$16.00

Birria Egg RollUS$20.00

Roasted CauliflowerUS$14.00

Thai-Style Duck WingsUS$21.00

Salt + Pepper ShrimpUS$16.00

Potato Tacos (3)US$13.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy RiceUS$18.00

Mac & CheeseUS$16.00

Greens

Craft House Chowda

Farmer's Market Burrata SaladUS$18.00

Santa Ana Chicken CaesarUS$20.00

Craft House WedgeUS$18.00

Winter SaladUS$18.00

Larger Plates

Pan Roasted HalibutUS$36.00

20 oz Bone-In Pork ChopUS$32.00

Pan Roasted Sea ScallopsUS$38.00

Steak FritesUS$42.00

Grilled MeatloafUS$26.00

Craft House Smash BurgerUS$22.00

Craft House Fried Chicken DinnerUS$28.00

Chicken Pot PieUS$28.00

Braised Beef PastaUS$26.00

Vegetable PastaUS$22.00

Brown Butter Sage RisottoUS$20.00

Add-On Proteins

Market FishUS$18.00

Seared Scallops (5)US$21.00

Grilled Chicken BreastUS$8.00

Fried Chicken ThighUS$8.00

8oz Wagyu Grass Fed SkirtUS$32.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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

Additional information