“ Monarch Bay Beach Club is open to members and those staying at the Waldorf Astoria, which is a treat in itself. Fantastic ocean views and great food best describe this beach club restaurant. Food: My wife and I went twice during our stay. We ordered the fish and chips, and the breakfast burritos. The fried fish pieces had plenty of flavor and generous portions. The fries were tasty and crispy. I enjoyed the red vinegar and mayo dipping for the fish. The breakfast burrito was also delicious because of the salsa that accompanied it. It was very filling! Service/Ambiance: The service between each waiter/waitress was awesome. They were all kind and welcoming. Even dining in on a cold day, the fire filled heaters made the room and surrounding areas warm. The crystal clear view of the beach and water is what makes this restaurant awesome. Overall, I would recommend dining at the Monarch Beach club at least once during your stay. The views are too good to miss out on! ”

“ What a beautiful place to hang out with loved ones while being able to enjoy amazing food. Service was top notch as well, as expected from the Waldorf Astoria Hotel brand. We enjoyed every minute of being there as a family. The Monarch Beach was beautiful and being able to hang out right on the beach with the provided chairs was amazing. And the food.... we ordered artichoke dip, their burger, King salmon, and bolognese pasta. They started off us with some bread and it was really good. The dip was very tasty as well. My favorite was the King salmon, which was fantastic. I am not a fan of sweet curry but the red sweet curry, on top of which King salmon was presented, was not too sweet and it complemented the salmon in a wonderful way. And yes, prices are sky high and access is limited to guests of the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. But this experience was one of our favorite experiences of staying at this beautiful hotel. ”

“ Always a delight. Never am I let down. Great spot for kids and adults! Wonderful service. Great food!Perfect setting with happy faces all around! Just love coming here. ”

“ So delicious...everything is delicious! The service is next level...top level. Scott and Terah are so lovely. They made our day with their attention and service. We so appreciate them and all the staff here. My son and I shared a club sandwich and sweet potato fries. Yummy! The sourdough bread and nut mix are fantastic snacks. My hubby got the buffalo wings, which smell amazing and by the sniffling sounds are appropriately hot. Come enjoy some delicious food and the sound of the surf. ”

“ This is a fantastic little beach club connected with the Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point. They have tram service from the hotel down to the beach club. Right on the water, excellent ocean views from every angle. The bar especially has a majestic view. The wait staff and bar tenders are friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. They have a wide variety of creative top shelf cocktails, and excellent casual dining options. The lobster empanadas, buffalo chicken wings and tacos are very good. If you want plates full meals, they have that as well; king salmon, Angus filet and lobster ravioli to name a few. ”

“ We had a wonderful lunch at Monarch Bay Beach Club. The service was attentive and friendly, relaxing atmosphere with stunning views. The food was excellent. As hotel guests, we felt this was the perfect spot for brunch or lunch - ideal for soaking in the beautiful scenery and great weather. ”

“ To enjoy this lovely spot, you'll need to either stay at the hotel or be a member. It really is a beautiful space! I indulged in some oysters paired with wine, and it made for a delightful snack. Just a heads-up: you need to enjoy the oysters at the bar since they can't be taken outside. The staff were super friendly, making our evening feel extra special. I definitely recommend checking it out! ”

“ You have to be a hotel guest or a beach club member to come here!!! I was a hotel guest and was so happy to have the opportunity to come here. We had to have the tram take us down and I love that you are right on the private beach overlooking the beautiful ocean. I highly recommend coming here. They also have games for kids to play and adults the corn hole game. Food, drinks and service was fantastic. It was a great experience for sure and I would come here again. ”