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Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant, Dana Point, CA

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

4.7
4.7
1509 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
OPEN FOR DINING INDOORS AND ON OUR WATERFRONT OUTDOOR PATIO

Join us dockside for dining with sweeping Harbor views; for a weekend breakfast, or lunch/dinner daily... in the evenings we have patio heaters to keep you warm!

Harpoon Henrys Seafood Restaurant is proud to offer a spectacular waterfront view, fresh seafood, and the latest in California Beach Cuisine. We offer our guests harbor views from our dining room and our outdoor waterfront patio. For 46 years, we have provided the best in service, ambiance, and cuisine. We have been winners of awards from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association”, a finalist for Dining Excellence from both the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the County of Orange, and our wine list has been awarded a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.”

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 493-2933
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Guadalupe Silva
  • Neighbourhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Cross Street
    Dana Point Harbor Drive
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    Weekend Entertainment
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,509 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant is cherished for its "stunning harbor views" and "friendly, attentive staff." Diners rave about the "delicious calamari steak" and "superb seafood tacos." The ambiance, with a charming 70s vibe, adds to the experience. As this local gem is set to close, patrons fondly recall "wonderful meals" and "great service."

1,509 Reviews
  1. Rita Monte

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always great! So sorry they are going to close

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  2. Nancy M

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family has enjoyed Harpoon Henry’s for many decades now!! Lovely people, great fresh sea food, salads and sandwiches— and in beautiful Dana Pt. We are very sad to hear they will be closing their doors in the coming months. Our family thanks all of the Harpoon Henry’s “family” for all of the years of fabulous food, service and a special place where we celebrated life’s special moments together.

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  3. Pamela

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed a leisurely brunch on the patio. The service was wonderful!

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  4. Diann

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful lunch at Harpoon Henry’s celebrating my birthday! Their calamari steak is the very best anywhere, plus the asparagus, rice pilaf and cocktails were excellent. Love the restaurant ambience, as well as looking out at the harbor. We’re extremely upset to hear this restaurant will be closing this summer. No matter what restaurant replaces it, it will not measure up to Harpoon Henry’s. (We hear it will be “Javier’s.” If so, no thanks! They serve very mediocre, VERY over-priced Mexican food.) If the rent will be too high due to the harbor renovation, or if not invited to stay, perhaps Harpoon Henry’s will consider moving to another location in Dana Point or other nearby spot? WE HOPE SO!!

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  5. Dianne

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed eating outside in the patio area. The calamari strips were delicious and so were the fish tacos The service was excellent.

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  6. Debbie

    VIP

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy going to Harpoon Henry’s. The food is always good. The servers are always friendly and polite. And the view of the harbor is beautiful. 

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  7. Roger

    VIP

    Orange County

    41 reviews

    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Tasty food and great service by our nice waiter. We will return.

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  8. Kelly

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I went for brunch with friends on a Sunday morning. We got a view on the second floor of the harbor. We had avocado toast, eggs benedict, and loco moco. The food was good and fresh. For the price, it's a bargain nowadays and with a harbor view. It's got a 70's vibe but it's a great place to eat and have a drink. It's what I would call comfortable. The harbor is undergoing renovation so it will no longer exist coming summer 2025. I would recommend stopping at Harpoon Henry's. It's a place that you want to get a taste of days past in southern California harbors.

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  9. RachelG

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an absolutely fantastic night at Harpoon Henry’s. The hostess and manager and servers were very accommodating to us with our service animals and Bella, our waitress, was exceptional. The food was delicious and fresh and hot and good.

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  10. Debbie

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Three generations have come often to this wonderful restaurant over its 50 years to celebrate special moments in time and to just enjoy a great meal overlooking the harbor. In the 20plus years-never disappointed and always leave feeling great. Staff is warm and welcoming, Food always delicious and high quality. On this visit, Jude was an amazing server and we enjoyed talking about our experiences over the years. It was a special day and as always, we were not disappointed.

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FAQs

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 493-2933.

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1509 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

34555 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dana Point Harbor Drive
  • Neighbourhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Guadalupe Silva
  • Entertainment
    Weekend Entertainment
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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