Lantern’s Edge

4.3

371 Reviews

$50 and over

Californian

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Located at The Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Lantern's Edge is an elevated yet approachable culinary program which believes in locally sourced produce and seafood. Chef Kristine Davis brings an imaginative take on modern Californian cuisine, all expertly paired with a comprehensive wine menu and craft cocktails.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Bar Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(949) 487-7555
Website
http://www.lagunacliffs.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Kristine Davis
Private party facilities
Whether you're planning a cocktail reception, business meeting, or an intimate dinner with friends and family, choose one of our private dining options for your next event. Email reservations@lagunacliffs.com for more information. We are excited to welcome you to our coastal destination!
Private party contact
The Restaurant at Laguna Cliffs: (949) 487-7555

Location
25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
Neighborhood
Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Cross street
Dana Point Harbor Drive and Park Lantern
Parking details
Valet only
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Lantern's Edge Brunch
$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Come and join us for a Orange County's Premier Brunch Experience! Highlighted by our Live Acoustic Guitar Player, Bottomless Mimosa's, and All-You-Can-Eat Brunch favorites like a Prime Rib carving station, Homemade Paella, an Omelet Station, Oyster Bar, Snow Crab and Shrimp, and much more! Brunch Seating Times are from 11:00AM-1:45PM. Brunch Buffet available until 2:30PM
Thanksgiving Feast at Lantern's Edge
$102.36 - $211.12 per person
Nov 28, 2024 only
Join us for our first Thanksgiving Feast at Lantern’s Edge! This dinner buffet is a cornucopia of flavors with something for every member of your family. Enjoy a carving station with citrus herb brined turkey and prime rib, an extravagant seafood bar display, and Thanksgiving classics like turkey & sausage stuffing, whipped Yukon gold potatoes, sweet potato casserole and more. End your meal with our holiday classic pumpkin pie and pecan pie!
Pairing of the Masters @ Lantern's Edge
$110.11 per person
Dec 11, 2024 only
Our Pairing of the Masters Wine Dinner features two wines for each dish presented by Master Sommelier, Michael Jordan, who as an educator and entertainer demystifies the world of wines as an “Ambassador of Flavor” for wine lovers across the globe. Chef de Cuisine, Kristine Davis, has created a unique menu at Lantern's Edge for this dinner in honor of the opening of our newest restaurant at Laguna Cliffs Marriott. CALEDONIA PRAWNS - chilepin butterm candied orange, shiso aioli, brioche ROASTED PEKING DUCK BREAST - parsnip puree, compressed persimmon and winter beets, cara cara, blackberry compote WAGYU FLAT IRON - truffle bordelaise, sugar snap peas, apple mostarda, pearl onion

Popular dishes

Lantern's Edge Salad$19.00
grapefruit | cara cara orange | frisée red oak | pumpkin latik | calamansi vinaigrette | pepper berry salt
Beets & Greens**$18.00
roasted beets trio | arugula | pistachio crumble | mint seed yogurt | fresh herbs
Gem Caesar$18.00
baby gem lettuce | citrus crostini | white anchovy filets | parmesan dressing

Additional Protein

Chicken$10.00
- 6 oz$10.00
Salmon$21.00
- 7 oz$21.00
Shrimp$15.00
- 5 Pcs$15.00
Steak$22.00
- 5 oz$22.00

Start

Parker Rolls$12.00
rosemary butter | meyer berry conserve
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup$18.00
spiced pumpkin seeds | toasted coconut curds | moringa crostini | pomegranate
Garden Hummus$18.00
green garbanzo | mint | serrano | fermented seasonal crudite | za'atar naan
Cheese & Charcuterie$35.00
chef's choice of artisan cheese and meats | farmer's market accompaniments
Burrata Dip**$23.00
peach meyer jam | walnut crumble | tarragon | basil | sourdough toast
Grilled Maitake$24.00
smoked whipped feta | fresno vinaigrette | salsify crisp | bonito flakes
Fig & Brie Flatbread$29.00
prosciutto | mushroom medley | fig spread | arugula | brie
Oysters*$0.00
west coast selection served your way by the half dozen or full dozen; Cold: topped with pear and pink pepper granita; Hot: miso dynamite oysters
- MP$0.00
Hamachi Crudo*$27.00
yuzu gin | calpico foam | charcoal kissed strawberries | radish | puffed rice | shiso

Sea

Charred Octopus$28.00
crispy potatoes | fennel purée | garlic chips | lemon | fresno aioli
Branzino*$56.00
guajillo pipérade | celeriac soubise | confit leek | marble potatoes | shitake
Scallops*$54.00
roasted corn chowder | heirloom carrots | tri-color cauliflower | morel | bacon funnel cake
Clams$38.00
brandy and saffron nage | confit tomato | iberico chorizo | fennel | grilled sourdough
Lobster Risotto$41.00
aged carnaroli | parmesan | chives | saffron butter | truffle gremolata

Pasta

Campanelle$21.00
arugula pesto | asparagus
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe$26.00
cracked black pepper | parmigiano reggiano
Seafood Orecchiete$39.00
orecchiete al nero | shrimp | squid | clams | scallop | lobster bisque

Land

Mary's Half Chicken$36.00
saffron rice pilaf | lemongrass | achiote | papaya slaw
Truffle Wagyu Burger$28.00
truffle aioli | tomato bacon jam | aged swiss cheese
Picanha & Fries$38.00
herb marinated picanha | kaffir bearnaise | yucca fries with mojo butter
- 10 oz$38.00
Wagyu Flat Iron$51.00
snap peas | au poivre | pea tendrils | truffle vinaigrette
- 8 oz$51.00
New Zealand Lamb Rack$59.00
poached pear | parsnip purée | toasted hazelnut | romanesco | port wine gastrique | lime
Wanderer Farms New York Strip$54.00
spiced coffee rub | balsamic figs | pearl onion | chicory | pomme purée
- 10 oz$54.00
Angus Ribeye$59.00
gochujang butter | shishito | confit tomato
- 14 oz$59.00

Accompaniments

Chimichurri$7.00
Garlic Herb Butter$7.00
Truffle Butter$8.00
Au Poivre$8.00

Sides

House Seasoned Fries$9.00
Garlic & Herb Potatoes$15.00
Charred Broccolini**$15.00
sumac | pine nuts | fresno pickles
Spiced Carrots$15.00
charcoal cream | ginger | paprika | cumin
Mac & Cheese$15.00

What 371 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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Orange County
Great for scenic views
South Orange County
Great for scenic views

Review summary

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Lantern's Edge offers a splendid ocean view and beautiful ambiance, making it perfect for special occasions. Guests praise the "amazing views" and "wonderful service," complemented by live music and attentive staff. While some find it pricey, the delicious food and memorable experience keep many coming back.

372 Reviews

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Lauren
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food i really enjoyed myself and the service was top tier
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
food was great- the burrata dip and maitake were our favorite! we will definitely be back
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Dania
Orange County
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and wonderful service, don't sleep on this fine dining gem!
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Baron
Phoenix
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The first thing I wanted to note is that our server, Jett, made the experience memorable. His positivity made the night enjoyable. I planned a milestone birthday here weeks ago. Our entire party came in from out of town. I made several calls to confirm the night on the patio. When we were seated at our table we were informed that there was a dinner and movie night happening on the patio. Which was located right next to the patio. The alternative was if is was too loud we could move inside. I most likely would have made reservations elsewhere if I was previously informed of this at one of the earlier conversations I had with the staff weeks prior. We were excited to experience the menu as we learned that they had a new chef on property. The food was good. I was honestly expecting more. Maybe the Hocus Pocus movie playing in the background distracted my taste buds? I felt like the food at Sam Fox restaurants were more rich in flavor. Again, the food was good. However, the flavor to price point wasn't reflected in my opinion. The portions were a bit disappointing. The lobster pasta dish was shockingly tiny for the price. And the person who ordered it bit into a lobster shell in the pasta dish. My pesto was okay. I asked for salt pepper and Parmesan to boost the flavor. I was shocked that the restaurant wasn't terrible busy and I wish there was more attention to detail to the dishes we ordered. With the long list of restaurants in Dana Point, I'm not sure I would return to this restaurant on my next visit. That said, the RESTAURANT staff was accommodating and very pleasant. I would maybe recommend this location for a sunset cocktail perhaps. Definitely not for a special event. Especially on a "dinner and a movie" night on the patio.
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Terri
Orange County
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was great. We had filet mignon, octopus, spaghetti, scallops, and oysters on the half shell. All the food was delicious. The ambience is a little barren and cold feeling. We ate inside even though we had reservations for the patio, as it was cold and foggy I would like to come back and try the patio in the future when it’s not as cold it looked beautiful with the fire pits. Our server was delightful, although could be a little bit more attentive. The busser, Bella was spectacular. She would be a great server and should be promoted! The rest of the staff was extremely attentive. Even the manager came by to check on our table and make sure all is well.
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JenC
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere. Excellent service by all staff. Great food recommendations from our waiter Zack! Amazing old fashion created by bartender. Thank you!!!
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Carin
Los Angeles
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can’t say enough good things about this restaurant, hotel, and property! The best thing about this restaurant is the service! The servers and the managers were so attentive to our every need. The music was fantastic and the view can’t be beat. We ordered cocktails, which were delicious, some oysters, which were very fresh and salmon and lobster Bucatini entrées, which we thought were very tasty and well seasoned. We will definitely be back!
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mckenna
Orange County
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our service was phenomenal, every person at the restaurant was so friendly
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RonS
Los Angeles
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cool customer service, food was average and very expensive for what you get
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Andrew
Central Coast
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful setting service and food. Loved the live music, not too loud.
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Lantern’s Edge is rated 4.3 stars by 371 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 15 times today

Experiences are available.

25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Dana Point Harbor Drive and Park Lantern
Neighborhood
Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Bar Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet only
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kristine Davis
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lagunacliffs.com/
Phone number
(949) 487-7555
Private party facilities
Whether you're planning a cocktail reception, business meeting, or an intimate dinner with friends and family, choose one of our private dining options for your next event. Email reservations@lagunacliffs.com for more information. We are excited to welcome you to our coastal destination!
Private party contact
The Restaurant at Laguna Cliffs: (949) 487-7555

Lantern’s Edge

Make a reservation

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Lantern's Edge Brunch

Thanksgiving Feast at Lantern's Edge

Pairing of the Masters @ Lantern's Edge

Steak

Angus Ribeye

Wanderer Farms New York Strip

Harvest

Lantern's Edge Salad$19.00

Beets & Greens**$18.00

Gem Caesar$18.00

Additional Protein

Chicken$10.00

Salmon$21.00

Shrimp$15.00

Steak$22.00

Start

Parker Rolls$12.00

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup$18.00

Garden Hummus$18.00

Cheese & Charcuterie$35.00

Burrata Dip**$23.00

Grilled Maitake$24.00

Fig & Brie Flatbread$29.00

Oysters*$0.00

Hamachi Crudo*$27.00

Sea

Charred Octopus$28.00

Branzino*$56.00

Scallops*$54.00

Clams$38.00

Lobster Risotto$41.00

Pasta

Campanelle$21.00

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe$26.00

Seafood Orecchiete$39.00

Land

Mary's Half Chicken$36.00

Truffle Wagyu Burger$28.00

Picanha & Fries$38.00

Wagyu Flat Iron$51.00

New Zealand Lamb Rack$59.00

Wanderer Farms New York Strip$54.00

Angus Ribeye$59.00

Accompaniments

Chimichurri$7.00

Garlic Herb Butter$7.00

Truffle Butter$8.00

Au Poivre$8.00

Sides

House Seasoned Fries$9.00

Garlic & Herb Potatoes$15.00

Charred Broccolini**$15.00

Spiced Carrots$15.00

Mac & Cheese$15.00

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