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Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant, Dana Point, CA

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1511 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
OPEN FOR DINING INDOORS AND ON OUR WATERFRONT OUTDOOR PATIO

Join us dockside for dining with sweeping Harbor views; for a weekend breakfast, or lunch/dinner daily... in the evenings we have patio heaters to keep you warm!

Harpoon Henrys Seafood Restaurant is proud to offer a spectacular waterfront view, fresh seafood, and the latest in California Beach Cuisine. We offer our guests harbor views from our dining room and our outdoor waterfront patio. For 46 years, we have provided the best in service, ambiance, and cuisine. We have been winners of awards from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association”, a finalist for Dining Excellence from both the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the County of Orange, and our wine list has been awarded a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.”

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Guadalupe Silva

What 1,511 people are saying

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant offers "delicious food and a million dollar view" of Dana Point Harbor. Guests rave about the "outstanding seafood" such as macadamia mahi mahi and calamari steak. The service is praised for being "attentive and friendly," with many enjoying the "relaxing atmosphere" and scenic marina views.

1,511 Reviews
  1. terry VIP

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Relaxing Please bring back the peppers on appetizer list

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  2. Steve VIP

    Los Angeles94 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The filet & coconut shrimp and the seafood combination (scallops, macadamia mahi-mahi, coconut shrimp) were both excellent and perfect if you can't make up your mind!

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  3. joe

    Orange County12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The ambience is nice. Old school in a good way. But the food was almost inedible. Used to be good. Waitress was nice.

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  4. Monica

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious lunch tacos, grilled shrimp and grilled mahi with homemade chips and salsa! Loved it all! Girlfriend had chowder bread bowl and it was also great! We had a wonderful time on Wednesday! Thank you!

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  5. John

    London15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant had lovely views over the marina and the staff were very helpful. Our waiter, Michael, was really good. The food was great. We had the California Halibut and the Hawaian chicken. Both were delicious. Another restaurant to add to our list of restaurants to return to when in the area.

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  6. Steve VIP

    Los Angeles94 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    On a winter's Friday evening, the lounge was crowded but at 5pm we easily got a great dining room booth with an amazing sunset view. Food and cocktails aren't fancy, but solidly very good throughout the menu. The petite filet (with coconut shrimp) was the most tender my wife has ever had! The Hawaiian Martini is excellent!

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  7. Rita Monte VIP

    Las Vegas23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always great! So sorry they are going to close

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  8. Nancy M

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family has enjoyed Harpoon Henry’s for many decades now!! Lovely people, great fresh sea food, salads and sandwiches— and in beautiful Dana Pt. We are very sad to hear they will be closing their doors in the coming months. Our family thanks all of the Harpoon Henry’s “family” for all of the years of fabulous food, service and a special place where we celebrated life’s special moments together.

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  9. Pamela VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed a leisurely brunch on the patio. The service was wonderful!

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  10. Diann

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful lunch at Harpoon Henry’s celebrating my birthday! Their calamari steak is the very best anywhere, plus the asparagus, rice pilaf and cocktails were excellent. Love the restaurant ambience, as well as looking out at the harbor. We’re extremely upset to hear this restaurant will be closing this summer. No matter what restaurant replaces it, it will not measure up to Harpoon Henry’s. (We hear it will be “Javier’s.” If so, no thanks! They serve very mediocre, VERY over-priced Mexican food.) If the rent will be too high due to the harbor renovation, or if not invited to stay, perhaps Harpoon Henry’s will consider moving to another location in Dana Point or other nearby spot? WE HOPE SO!!

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FAQs

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 493-2933.

Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1511 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant

34555 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Guadalupe Silva
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