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What a Dish Cafe & Catering is the perfect place for breakfast, brunch, lunch, Dinner & Happy Hour with family and friends to enjoy great food and fantastic drinks. Live music weekends. While being in beautiful Dana Point, with the harbor right across the way. Try our organic seasonal menu, Mimosas or voted best Bloody Mary’s come relax with us and fulfill your sweet tooth with our award wining Bakery fresh baked cookies, cupcake, cakes, custom cakes, brownies, dessert shoots, cheesecakes, pastries, To finish with our hand crafted euro importers coffee & espresso bar. We look forward to serving you for your next baby shower, kids or adult birthday, anniversary, wedding or privet party we are here for you. Cheers! What a Dish
This relaxed brunch destination with an outdoor patio prepares locally sourced New American fare.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 24921 Dana Point Harbor Dr b100, Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (949) 276-4884
Website: http://www.whatadishoc.com/cafe
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Reviews
Tracy Foreman
Rainy-day brunch plans sent us indoors, and luckily we snagged a table inside at What a Dish Café. On a warmer, drier day, the patio would be really cute and inviting. Ordering is done at the counter, and they bring your food out when it’s ready—easy enough.
I decided to go with a lunch plate instead of breakfast, and honestly… that was my mistake. I usually try to order things I wouldn’t make at home, so I chose the tuna melt. Unfortunately, it was a letdown. For a café that’s also a bakery, I was expecting something more than basic white toast. The tuna itself was pretty mediocre—my homemade version is definitely better.
Watching another table receive the chilaquiles didn’t help; they looked amazing and exactly what I should have ordered. Lesson learned.
Overall, the vibe was nice and the setup is casual, but the food didn’t win me over this time. Not sure there will be a next visit, but if there is, I’d stick to breakfast.
… moreI decided to go with a lunch plate instead of breakfast, and honestly… that was my mistake. I usually try to order things I wouldn’t make at home, so I chose the tuna melt. Unfortunately, it was a letdown. For a café that’s also a bakery, I was expecting something more than basic white toast. The tuna itself was pretty mediocre—my homemade version is definitely better.
Watching another table receive the chilaquiles didn’t help; they looked amazing and exactly what I should have ordered. Lesson learned.
Overall, the vibe was nice and the setup is casual, but the food didn’t win me over this time. Not sure there will be a next visit, but if there is, I’d stick to breakfast.
Heather Maeding
Great place for breakfast, brunch and lunch! Expansive menu for all kinds of tastes! Breakfast burrito was excellent and crème and fruit crepes were delicious! Large variety of baked goods as well. Will definitely be taking some home!!
… moreReelislander
What a Dish is such a cozy and charming place to enjoy breakfast with your spouse. I don’t order a typical breakfast so I went with the clam linguine, and it was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. My husband ordered the eggs Benedict, and he loved every bite. The warm atmosphere and great service make this spot a wonderful way to start the day. Highly recommend!
… moreTam G (Tam)
I was looking for a nice breakfast spot in Dana Point with an ocean view, and this place came up. We booked a table, and while it didn’t have an ocean view, it was located in the cutest shopping center I’d never visited before,even after living in Orange County for many years. Honestly, it felt like I had traveled to a different city.
When I arrived, my reservation simply meant I was guaranteed a table, but the restaurant wasn’t too crowded, so I think I would have gotten one anyway. We were seated right outside, which was lovely. The surrounding shopping center area was cozy and charming, and the food was amazing.
We heard their Eggs Benedict was highly recommended, so we ordered two different kinds: the California and the classic (with added avocado). Both came with a side—we opted for the soup, which was delicious. We also tried the crepes, which were just as good. Overall, the flavors and presentation were excellent, making it a great spot for a weekend brunch.
The only drawback was the ordering process. Even with a reservation, you have to stand in the same line as everyone else to place your order at the counter. It’s not necessarily long because of the crowd,it’s just that the counter also handles pastry sales, cake orders, and even wedding cake consultations. For example, the person in front of us was trying to place a custom cake order, which took a while. Thankfully, after a few minutes, the friendly cashier took our order while they waited for him to finish. Still, I wish they had servers to take orders at the tables, which would make the experience perfect.
In the end, I’d still recommend this spot,charming location, excellent food, and a pleasant vibe for a leisurely brunch.
… moreWhen I arrived, my reservation simply meant I was guaranteed a table, but the restaurant wasn’t too crowded, so I think I would have gotten one anyway. We were seated right outside, which was lovely. The surrounding shopping center area was cozy and charming, and the food was amazing.
We heard their Eggs Benedict was highly recommended, so we ordered two different kinds: the California and the classic (with added avocado). Both came with a side—we opted for the soup, which was delicious. We also tried the crepes, which were just as good. Overall, the flavors and presentation were excellent, making it a great spot for a weekend brunch.
The only drawback was the ordering process. Even with a reservation, you have to stand in the same line as everyone else to place your order at the counter. It’s not necessarily long because of the crowd,it’s just that the counter also handles pastry sales, cake orders, and even wedding cake consultations. For example, the person in front of us was trying to place a custom cake order, which took a while. Thankfully, after a few minutes, the friendly cashier took our order while they waited for him to finish. Still, I wish they had servers to take orders at the tables, which would make the experience perfect.
In the end, I’d still recommend this spot,charming location, excellent food, and a pleasant vibe for a leisurely brunch.
Megan Karasuda
Saw this place looking cute. Went into order and had the worst customer service. The brown hair lady taking my order belittled my friend and then ignored me half the time to talk to her coworker. When I asked my server for the manager, they never came. Finally I asked another server he apologized and offered a cupcake for 3 people to share.
… moreMeghan Wells
Came here for brunch on a Sunday with my husband. We sat on the big patio with our dog. We ordered the California Benedict and chilaquiles with short rib and a pineapple mimosa. Nice big portions, beautifully presented. Everything was bright, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Perfectly seasoned and so flavorful. We left stuffed and happy. The service was very sweet and friendly and even filled up our dog’s water bowl for us. Great spot in that beautiful shopping center. We will definitely be back!
… moreDiana Lynn Daly
Everything about this cute hidden gem across from the Dana Point Harbor is wonderful! The food is healthy and fresh, the ambiance is perfect and the staff are excellent!
… moreKatherine Melnyk
This brunch spot is a nice choice for savoring delicious Eggs Benedict and indulging in tasty desserts. The restaurant is excellent and offers an extensive array of breakfast dishes. We ordered the Smoked Salmon and Tuna Eggs Benedict, and I enjoyed the poached eggs and fish. However, the potatoes served with it didn’t quite suit my taste. Additionally, I must mention that their eclairs are absolutely delicious, and I highly recommend trying them with a cup of coffee.
… moreSteven Arnold
Very nice place. The Brussels sprouts were tasty, and the hummus plate was also very good. We ate outside. Service was very good. The parking can be a challenge at times, but we found a spot. The restaurant is INSIDE the center, so the sign is not visible (that I could see) from the outside. When Google brought us here, we thought we might have taken a wrong turn.
… moreJoe A
What A Dish Cafe has to be one of our favorite places to go in Dana Point. The service is amazing, everyone is super friendly and the food is amazing! We first tried their food at a wedding that was catered by them and had to try their cafe when we found out they had a brick and mortar place they served their food. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but the truffle macaroni and cheese is on another level! Their pastries are delicious as well, our go to is either the eclairs or petit fours(or both sometimes haha). Don’t get me started in their happy hour, which includes bottles. All in all, this is a great place that more people need to know about!
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