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Nestled along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, Salt Creek Grille returns to the Dana Point community under new ownership. With a newly remodeled and completely revamped interior and stunning outdoor patio, we are excited to offer an exceptional dining experience for those seeking a true, wood-fired American steakhouse with a California coastal twist.
Polished destination with stylish wood accents offering classic meat & seafood options.
Hours
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–11 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (949) 503-2441
Website: https://www.saltcreekgrilleoc.com/
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Reviews
Michele Pellizzon
Perect New Year’s Celebration.
First had very good food at the restaurant and the fun dancing with live music at bar area. Restaurant services excellent server, prepared, friendly, accommodating all the requests. Food menus short but great varieties. All food arrived promptly and well prepared. For party they had an outdoor tent with mechanical bull. Inside the bar area was closed off with special entry fee. Very good mixed music band. Drinks stations. A lot of people having fun and dancing.
… moreFirst had very good food at the restaurant and the fun dancing with live music at bar area. Restaurant services excellent server, prepared, friendly, accommodating all the requests. Food menus short but great varieties. All food arrived promptly and well prepared. For party they had an outdoor tent with mechanical bull. Inside the bar area was closed off with special entry fee. Very good mixed music band. Drinks stations. A lot of people having fun and dancing.
Mayis Rocha
So happy that they brought it back!! The food is always the best. The iconic Stroganoff and legendary THICK porkchop brought back delicious memories. But what really stood out was the service. It was OUTSTANDING!! So full we took dessert to go!!
… moreCindy Medina
We chose this restaurant to celebrate Valentine’s Day because it holds special meaning for us—we even had our wedding here. Unfortunately, this visit was a disappointment from start to finish.
We drove two hours specifically for this Valentine’s dinner, expecting the quality and atmosphere we remembered. When making our reservation, we clearly requested indoor seating. Despite that, we were placed in an overflow area with very small two-top tables packed closely together. There was no privacy at all—we were sitting inches away from other couples, watching and listening to conversations right next to us. It didn’t feel intimate, romantic, or special in any way.
The atmosphere felt cramped and unstable—the table itself was moving—which immediately set the wrong tone for the evening.
The menu was noticeably different from past visits. Our server later explained the restaurant is under new ownership and that they are “trying” to bring the food back to the quality it once had. Unfortunately, it did not reflect that standard, especially considering this used to be a higher-end dining experience.
To make matters worse, my Valentine’s martini cost $24 and arrived with nearly half of it missing. The glass was sticky, making it clear it had been spilled before reaching the table. My husband’s $25 Long Island Iced Tea was extremely watered down and honestly unpleasant. Neither drink was replaced or acknowledged.
Overall, this is no longer the restaurant it once was. After driving two hours and spending premium prices, the service, atmosphere, and overall experience fell far short of expectations—especially for Valentine’s Day.
… moreWe drove two hours specifically for this Valentine’s dinner, expecting the quality and atmosphere we remembered. When making our reservation, we clearly requested indoor seating. Despite that, we were placed in an overflow area with very small two-top tables packed closely together. There was no privacy at all—we were sitting inches away from other couples, watching and listening to conversations right next to us. It didn’t feel intimate, romantic, or special in any way.
The atmosphere felt cramped and unstable—the table itself was moving—which immediately set the wrong tone for the evening.
The menu was noticeably different from past visits. Our server later explained the restaurant is under new ownership and that they are “trying” to bring the food back to the quality it once had. Unfortunately, it did not reflect that standard, especially considering this used to be a higher-end dining experience.
To make matters worse, my Valentine’s martini cost $24 and arrived with nearly half of it missing. The glass was sticky, making it clear it had been spilled before reaching the table. My husband’s $25 Long Island Iced Tea was extremely watered down and honestly unpleasant. Neither drink was replaced or acknowledged.
Overall, this is no longer the restaurant it once was. After driving two hours and spending premium prices, the service, atmosphere, and overall experience fell far short of expectations—especially for Valentine’s Day.
Yassi Sadri
The BEST hangout place in south of OC for all ages! The food is great with many fresh options for adults and kids. They have many entertainment options on some weekdays and weekends, follow their instagram and you’ll know what nights. Their line dancing night was super fun. The play area for the kids is a big plus. Easy reservation through open table. I don’t remember the last time we all had so much fun going out for dinner. Cannot wait to go back!
… moreAdam N
Super fire! What a beautiful establishment! The staff was great!!!!! Martini was out of this world!!!!! And the buritto was super bomb. I would say, the red sauce was the only sauce that needed to be on that bad boy! Maybe some of the green as an accent and aesthtic, but the red was where it was at! Can’t wait to go back and try out more of what they have to offer! And also hear the love pianos! Gotta go if you haven’t!
… moreCarrie Drew
Great, hot food, amazing happy hour, excellent service and nice bartenders! My husband and I go here almost every Sunday. We love the spicy green beans, steaks, wine selection and baked potato. The clam chowder is so good and they serve it by pouring it into a hot bowl at your table!!
… morem h
A beautiful beach located right underneath the majestic Ritz Carlton. Great seeing surfing point, stop in at the bar at the top of the beach for a drink.
… moreCarlos Fagundo
I’ve taken the family a few times now. It seems like the outside dining area has improved each time. The Sunday brunch was amazing. The food was great, the service was outstanding, and the cornhole boards in the sand area were a super nice touch and really added to the “family friendliness” feel. Highly recommend for a nice weekend outdoor eating experience.
… moreJazzNBluesSinger
I got there at 6:00 and was seated right away! Two friends joined within 15 minutes. Our server took our drink orders after awhile which took another 20 minutes to receive. We had to keep asking where they were…A long wait for not being too busy.
By 7:20 p.m. our server took our order. I was the first to order but the last to be served a salad. My friends kept getting their meals cold so they had to bring them twice, all the while I have no food. I didn’t receive my salad until after 8:30 p.m.!
The salad was okay but very small for $ 26! I’ve eaten here before and the food was good and the service was fine but this experience really has me wondering if it will be the same the next time….
It’s a good place for music. Our server was sweet and attentive but it seemed like the Bar and Kitchen were holding her up. You def get faater service sitting at the bar I’ve noticed.
I’m in the top 10% of nationwide restaurant reviewers on Google with over 6 million views….. If I could get some advice to newer management, it would be to increase your portions on your salads or lower the cost. This is a very inexpensive meal to make. I didn’t dine inside and so I’m not sure how prompt they were that night but I would suggest some more training with the staff, kitchen and outside bar on delivery times. Maybe it was just an off night, idk… hoping to try it again…
PS .. the desert was very pretty and definitely large enough to share
… moreBy 7:20 p.m. our server took our order. I was the first to order but the last to be served a salad. My friends kept getting their meals cold so they had to bring them twice, all the while I have no food. I didn’t receive my salad until after 8:30 p.m.!
The salad was okay but very small for $ 26! I’ve eaten here before and the food was good and the service was fine but this experience really has me wondering if it will be the same the next time….
It’s a good place for music. Our server was sweet and attentive but it seemed like the Bar and Kitchen were holding her up. You def get faater service sitting at the bar I’ve noticed.
I’m in the top 10% of nationwide restaurant reviewers on Google with over 6 million views….. If I could get some advice to newer management, it would be to increase your portions on your salads or lower the cost. This is a very inexpensive meal to make. I didn’t dine inside and so I’m not sure how prompt they were that night but I would suggest some more training with the staff, kitchen and outside bar on delivery times. Maybe it was just an off night, idk… hoping to try it again…
PS .. the desert was very pretty and definitely large enough to share
Windy Norris
Expensive, but food is good! Outside area invites dogs on leash & kids to run around. Fire pits & lit up trees. Our server Christopher B was great! Loud inside with live music in bar, hard to hear at table…but, it was a Friday night & busy. Sourdough bread as appetizer was rubber like….don’t order. But, Salmon & Filet & Chicken dish was good! Fun atmosphere!
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