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RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel - RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, CA

RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.8
4.8
2540 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American
One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
RAYA, a restaurant concept by Chef Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin coastal cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and signature Latin flavors.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 6:30 am–11:30 am Sun 6:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef Michael Treanor
  • Neighborhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Cross street
    Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is $15 with validation.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    $95.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    RAYA’s talented culinary team invites you to indulge in Mother's Day Brunch, featuring an elevated four-course menu. Jamon Eggs Benedict, Churrasco Steak & Eggs, and Coconut French Toast are just a few delicious items offered at this special brunch by the ocean. Enhance your meal with a seafood tower and refreshing cocktails. Food and beverage staff charges are not included, and prices are subject to 7.75% state and local taxes. A 20% service charge will apply to all parties.
    Mother's Day Brunch Photo
  • Spring Tea

    $114.00 - $138.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate the season of renewal with Spring Tea and enjoy a refreshing afternoon tea, featuring a curated loose tea collection from Palais des Thés, savory canapés, and sweet treats, all with a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean. Tea-infused cocktails are available at an additional cost. $115 per adult and $95 per child (ages 3 - 9), excluding tax and service charges, and reservations are required. For guests with dietary restrictions, special accommodations may be made in advance. Please contact our Dining Coordinator prior to the date of your reservation at 949.489.5833 or Elizabeth.Claeyssen@ritzcarlton.com, so we may ensure the best experience for your party.
    Spring Tea Photo
  • Weekend Brunch

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    RAYA’s talented culinary team invites you to indulge in Weekend Brunch featuring an elevated four-course menu. Jamon Eggs Benedict, Churrasco Steak & Eggs, and Coconut French Toast are just a few delicious items offered at this special brunch by the ocean. Enhance your meal with a seafood tower and refreshing cocktails. Food and beverage staff charges are not included, and prices are subject to 7.75% state and local taxes. A 20% service charge will apply to all parties.
    Weekend Brunch Photo

What 2,540 people are saying

RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel offers a "stunning ocean view" and "incredible food" that delights diners. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "beautiful ambiance." The seafood dishes, like enchiladas and tuna tacos, are standout items. The restaurant's "friendly and knowledgeable staff" enhance the dining experience, making it a top choice for a special occasion.

2,540 Reviews
  1. Anna VIP

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ocean view tables just come early around 5pm with a reservation. Everything was fantastic!

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  2. Karen VIP

    Washington DC18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ryan, our waiter was outstanding and very courteous. We brought in our own cake and Ryan was very helpful setting it up for the birthday. Our food was delicious. I recommend the salmon!

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  3. Henry

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ordered the tomahawk steak and…WOW. Absolutely loved the chef’s tableside experience and deliciousness of the food.

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  4. David

    Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience Great food, scenery, and service.

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  5. soheila VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Waitress Ana overall was just AMAZING! She was kind, professional, very knowledgeable about the menu. She made our experience at RAYA very unique and exceptional. :)

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  6. Matthew

    Orange County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and friendly service! Thanks to the server and staff!

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  7. David

    Orange County37 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    AWFUL!!!! The food was great, and Elizabeth, our server, was great. But to wait more than 45 minutes to get our car back after paying $600 for a party of 2? Let us get our car back ourselves or tell us in advance that you have NO CLUE WHAT YOU’RE DOING!!! To have to pay for that pleasure? Never again.

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  8. gayle VIP

    Palm Springs8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our Anniversary at Raya and we were given 2 lovely complementary glasses of champagne . Our service was just right… Very attentive, but not overly attentive. The view is unbeatable and our seafood enchiladas were delicious. We were also given a complementary crème brûlée with berries, dessert. We were Treated very nicely… We will be back !

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  9. Rick

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Javier is the best. Gabriel, the guitar player is incredible. Best ocean view in OC!

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  10. D'Andra

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Views are amazing, food was good for the Ritz. I don't think it was overpriced

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FAQs

RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is rated 4.8 stars by 2540 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Orange County
  4. South Orange County
  5. Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road
  • Neighborhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 6:30 am–11:30 am Sun 6:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is $15 with validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef Michael Treanor
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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