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Domenico's on the Lake

4.8 (1275)
$31 to $50
Italian
27782 Vista Del Lago, Mission Viejo, CA 92692-1175

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
Orange County's newest upscale dining experience is now open on Lake Mission Viejo! Well known for our iconic location in Long Beach, Domenico’s was one of the first restaurants to serve pizza in California and is famous for our legendary pizzas and amazing Italian and American inspired dishes. Domenico's on the Lake is an upscale take on our original location featuring new steak and seafood entrees, while still featuring the original recipes that have made us an institution in Southern California.

NOTE: OUR LAKESIDE PATIO HAS LIMITED SEATING AND CANNOT BE GUARANTEED BECAUSE THE DEMAND OFTEN EXCEEDS AVAILABILITY. PATIO SEATING REQUESTS ARE SUBJECT TO A WAIT.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    For information about Domenico's catering and party-sized menu options, call the restaurant.
  • Private party facilities
    Domenico's on the Lake has a private dining room which can accommodate 55 guests, with windows overlooking beautiful Lake Mission Viejo. The room is available for large parties. Please call the restaurant to learn more about our private dining room.
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,275 people are saying

Domenico's on the Lake 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

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Domenico's on the Lake shines with "fantastic service", delightful Italian cuisine, and "stunning views" of the lake. The ambience is "perfect for any occasion", and the attentive staff, including standout servers like Emerson and Tamera, ensure a memorable experience. This "gem" offers consistently great food and a welcoming environment, making it a "favorite spot" for many.
1,275 Reviews
  1. Roger

    San Francisco21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food and service but very loud. I would put up some soft banners to absorb sound

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  2. Gary VIP

    Orange County19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Italian restaurant.... Food is great, service is great and prices are fair and reasonable. Outside tables overlook the lake in Mission Viejo. Management is why this restaurant is as good as it is.... What more could you ask for? Highly recommend this restaurant!

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  3. Robert VIP

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite Italian restaurant and as always the food and service was great. I have never had a bad experience at this restaurant.

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  4. Bob

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There service was great! Everyone enjoyed their food! It was my husband’s birthday and they remembered and brought him desert with a candle!!!

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  5. Joanna

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service staff here is always very polite and attentive. I absolutely love the food here and being on the lake is always so beautiful. Love this spot and will definitely come back again soon!

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  6. Judy

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Domenicos has become one of our go to places for dining. Everything is always perfect!

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  7. Jennifer

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful Easter dinner at Domenico's! The food was wonderful and the ambience was fantastic.

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  8. Marianne VIP

    Palm Springs2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were great. Lovely Easter brunch! The back patio was worth the wait to sit next to the lake.

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  9. Savannah

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mike the owner and the waitress Emerson are the best. Ask for her section!! Food is delicious.

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  10. Leanne

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a gem! Great food, friendly, prompt service, and super view! We had a delicious brunch and will be back!

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FAQs

Domenico's on the Lake offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 446-9205.

Domenico's on the Lake is rated 4.8 stars by 1275 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

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27782 Vista Del Lago, Mission Viejo, CA 92692-1175

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For information about Domenico's catering and party-sized menu options, call the restaurant.
  • Private party facilities
    Domenico's on the Lake has a private dining room which can accommodate 55 guests, with windows overlooking beautiful Lake Mission Viejo. The room is available for large parties. Please call the restaurant to learn more about our private dining room.
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