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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

4.7
4.7
2467 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American

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2 people
20:00
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
RAYA, a restaurant concept by Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin Coastal Cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and Chef Sandoval’s 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
    (949) 240-5050
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Executive Chef Michael Treanor
  • Area
    Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is $15 with validation.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • Holiday Brunch

    US$148.69 per person

    Prepaid

    1 Dec 2024 - 29 Dec 2024
    Visit the resort for endless ocean views and festive décor accompanied by an elevated Sunday Brunch experience in RAYA. A complimentary glass of sparkling champagne is included.
    Holiday Brunch photo
  • Candlelight Inspired Dinner

    US$84.05 per person

    Prepaid

    12 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025
    Indulge in a three-course dinner inspired by the enchanting ambiance of Fever’s Candlelight concert series, exclusively available at RAYA in The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Before or following the mesmerizing performance, guests are invited to savor a curated menu showcasing RAYA’s signature blend of coastal flavors and innovative culinary artistry. Kindly note, this elevated dining experience does not include tickets to the candlelight concert series. Tickets to the concert series may be purchased directly through Feverup.com.
    Candlelight Inspired Dinner photo
  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    US$213.35 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in 2025 at RAYA and enjoy a festive 4-course pre-fixe menu
    New Year's Eve Dinner photo

What 2,467 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, offers a "spectacular view" of the ocean, making it a breathtaking dining experience. Guests praise the "top-notch service," especially from staff like Reena and Samantha. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, the overall atmosphere, "amazing food," and special touches for celebrations make it a memorable destination.

2,468 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    VIP

    Orange County

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time dining at this restaurant , great ambiance but our order did not came in full . We had to wait for my entree and our appetizer French fries.. a little disappointed because this is suppose to be a high end restaurant with better quality and service . Somehow it did not delivered those expectations. I’m really disappointed

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  2. Melita

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Christmas dinner! The menu had appropriate choices for the season! Amazing dessert!

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  3. Kathy

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful Christmas dinner at RAYA. The food was delicious and the service was excellent.

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  4. Cassidy

    VIP

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible lunch experience! We were sat at one of the tables by the window, and we had such a spectacular view of the iconic California coastline, with surfers enjoying the breaks of the Pacific Ocean and plenty of wildlife to be seen. Service was wonderful as well, very attentive but not overbearing. Our cocktails were delicious, as was our starter, the swordfish dip. We loved our entrees as well, the seafood enchilada + lobster chowder. We ended with the lemon cake and salted caramel ice cream. We absolutely loved our meal and are already making plans to go back.

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  5. claire

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was the perfect spot for a celebratory Christmas lunch! Elegant & festive decor upon arrival…and perfect table to enjoy the extra large winter surf rolling in. Service was attentive. Appetizers & main course were on point. That’s our spot for Christmas lunch!

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  6. David

    VIP

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Christmas Eve dinner with family. Wonderful to stay at the beautiful hotel during this special time to celebrate Christ’s birth.

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  7. Shaun

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a perfect location, and excellent service. Ryan was our server, and was knowledgeable about everything, and the staff had so much information on the cocktails, the food, and the atmosphere it was easy to talk with them and make decisions about what we wanted, and how to enjoy the fantastic view that we had. I would definitely recommend this place . 

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  8. Frederick

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitress was wonderful, ambiance and view as well. We shared a salad and guacamole for a light lunch, both beautifully designed, neither tastewise to rave about.

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  9. Lauren

    VIP

    Orange County

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took my father for a lovely lunch to enjoy the view and beautiful holiday decor at the Ritz Carlton. Our experience was perfection! The view of course was amazing and our food was delicious. I highly recommend their lobster corn chowder soup. It was a wonderful broth base, light with a kick and chunks of lobster. We then had the seafood enchiladas that were heavenly. I highly recommend this lunch spot with a Mediterranean view.

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  10. Wicksell

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, what an incredible lunch experience at RAYA! First off, I have to rave about the service - everyone from the host to our servers made our first day at the Ritz Laguna so special. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, taking time to walk us through the menu and make great recommendations. You can tell they really care about making sure you have the best experience possible. The food was absolutely outstanding! We started with their guacamole with spicy crab which is a must-try - trust me, it's not your regular guac! The skirt steak was cooked perfectly and so flavorful, and those truffle fries on the side were addictively good. I went for the seafood enchiladas which were incredible, packed with fresh seafood. Even the kids' menu impressed us - my daughter loved her mac and cheese (and she's pretty picky!). The passion fruit mojitos were fantastic too - super refreshing and not too sweet. Perfect for a lunch with that amazing ocean view! The menu has tons of variety, and based on everything we tried, you really can't go wrong with whatever you choose. The staff's knowledge of every dish really helped us make great choices. We loved our lunch experience so much that we already booked dinner reservations for later this week! If you're staying at the Ritz or just in the area, definitely make RAYA a priority. The combination of incredible food, amazing service, and beautiful setting made it a highlight of our first day here. Worth every penny for such a special dining experience!

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RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is rated 4.7 stars by 2467 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 33 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
  • Area
    Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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