Lantern’s Edge

Name: Lantern’s Edge
Address: 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA, United States, 92629
Telephone: (949) 487-7555
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.4

4.4

398 Reviews

$50 and over

Californian

25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 23, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Great for happy hour
Healthy

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am 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 lanternsedge@lagunacliffs.com for more information. We are excited to welcome you to our coastal destination!
Private party contact
Lantern's Edge at Laguna Cliffs: (949) 487-7555

Location
25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
Neighborhood
Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Cross street
Dana Point Harbor Dr. & Park Lantern. Parking is validated with dining
Parking details
Complimentary Self or Valet Parking when Dining
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

Mother's Day Brunch at Lanterns Edge Laguna Cliffs
$226.80 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Please join us Sunday May 11 with a brunch experience designed to honor our beloved Mothers. From chef attended action stations offering prime rib, baked salmon, grilled oysters and omelets, to displays of traditional cheese and charcuteries, towering seafood options, avocados toasts, and our candied bacon bar. Hot foods include lobster truffle mac & cheese, short rib ravioli, crispy pork belly, orecchiette pasta, seafood paella and citrus herbed Mary's chicken. Traditional offerings are also available, eggs benedict, churro french toast, lemon ricotta pancakes, quiche, shakshuka, popcorn shrimp and polenta. Our brunch will also include fresh fruits, bagels & salmon plus a variety of salads to please moms appetite! Live musicians will be on the patio and games for the kids on the lawn. We look forward to celebrating our special mothers with you with a build your own bouquet activity that the whole family can enjoy.

Private dining

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 398 people are saying

Lantern’s Edge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Orange County
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lantern's Edge offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding" service, especially from waiters like Jett and Jiquay. The outdoor patio features a "spectacular" ocean view and a cozy ambiance with fire pits. Guests highly recommend signature dishes like lobster risotto and burrata.

398 Reviews

K
Karrie VIP
San Diego3 reviews
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The crab was super fishy smelling, the oysters were the same, not fresh. For $200 per person, not worth it at all. Thankfully the ocean view and service helped make up For the fact the food was meh , but def not Worth the price whatsoever
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Alejandro VIP
Mexico City17 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The hostess needs to smile from time to time, Burrata, hamachi and lobster pasta excellent, prime rib fine not great. Our waiter excellent I believe Jett.
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Barbara
Palm Springs2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner at Lanterns Edge was amazing! Our waiter Jiquay was so much fun and so attentive. The food was outstanding! I had the Lobster risotto; yum!! Our dessert was out of this world. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
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Billy
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the outdoor patio. The firepits and heaters provide beautiful ambiance. We’ve attended dressed up and casual. The view of the ocean is spectacular. Great food and service. Check it out.
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Cheyenne
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our servers Jack and Jett were lovely!!! Jack was always kind and helpful by always checking on us, filling our drinks, and clearing the table when needed. Every time I turned around, he was always taking care of someone in a graceful way. Jett service as well was out of this world. He was very funny and gave us lots of recommendations, which turned out delicious. He gave us useful information and was always helping us out with the food. He checked on us throughout the meal and kept us laughing each time. 10000/10 will come again.
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SummerS
Palm Springs2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I would rate our oyster some of the top five I have tasted in my life! The frozen brine crumbled on top of these delicious, freshly shucked oysters was a perfect pairing. The wine was crisp and flavorful. Our waiter was very helpful and attentive. Everything was had was made with high quality and excellent taste! Highly recommended!
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was exceptional - service terrific - very attentive- sat outside with fire pit on one side & heater on the other - beautiful view of the ocean. The Parker Rolls were amazing!
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Bill VIP
Las Vegas65 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic atmosphere and view, excellent food! Very attentive service.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Palm Springs1 review
3.0
Dined on March 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Location and service were great! Steaks not as tender as expected.
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David
Orange County6 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was OK. Service was better than the food and the view.
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FAQs

Lantern’s Edge is rated 4.4 stars by 398 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 23, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Dana Point Harbor Dr. & Park Lantern. Parking is validated with dining
Neighborhood
Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am 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
Complimentary Self or Valet Parking when Dining
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 lanternsedge@lagunacliffs.com for more information. We are excited to welcome you to our coastal destination!
Private party contact
Lantern's Edge at Laguna Cliffs: (949) 487-7555

Lantern’s Edge

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Mother's Day Brunch at Lanterns Edge Laguna Cliffs

The PDR

Oceanside Patio

Restaurant Buyout

Custom inquiry

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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