About Doheny Cafe
Doheny Cafe in Dana Point, CA is the kind of welcoming neighborhood spot that turns an ordinary stop into a memorable part of the day. Conveniently located at 34320 Pacific Coast Hwy H, this cafe brings together quality coffee, fresh food, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in and stay awhile. Whether you are starting your morning with breakfast, meeting someone for brunch, grabbing lunch, or stopping by for dessert, Doheny Cafe offers a comfortable setting where guests can enjoy good food, great coffee, and friendly service. With a strong 4.60-star rating from 105 reviews, it has earned a reputation for delivering a consistently enjoyable experience that customers trust and return to. What sets Doheny Cafe apart is its thoughtful mix of convenience, variety, and comfort. Guests can choose outdoor seating, dine in, order takeaway, or arrange delivery, making it easy to enjoy the cafe in whatever way fits the day. The menu goes beyond the basics with coffee, tea, beer, wine, alcohol, comfort food, healthy options, organic dishes, and quick bites, giving customers plenty of reasons to visit for anything from a light snack to a fuller meal. It is especially appreciated for fast service, great coffee, and offerings that include local specialties, making it a strong choice for solo dining, breakfast, lunch, and casual meetups alike. The atmosphere is cozy and casual, with restroom access and seating designed to keep the experience relaxed and convenient. Doheny Cafe is also committed to accessibility and ease for all guests, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities that help create a more welcoming environment. Payment is simple and flexible with credit and debit cards accepted. For anyone looking for a dependable cafe in Dana Point that combines quality, comfort, and value in the $10–20 range, Doheny Cafe offers exactly that: a place where the food feels satisfying, the coffee is worth coming back for, and every visit feels easy, inviting, and well worth it.
Customer Reviews
highly recommended! Delicious food , wonderful service and staff! Aces across the board 👏👏
Slightly yuppie but very good breakfast! Cool atmosphere with the front of the building garage doors that open up so it's more or less an open-air cafe.
A friend and I went for a late lunch and both really enjoyed our dishes. The food came out perfect and the server was really nice/attentive. We can’t wait to go back to Doheny Cafe to try more items on the menu.
Great find this morning! Little cafe is in an unassuming strip mall just off of PCH. Decorated so cute and help is very friendly. Food is delicious. They take care to make it look beautiful as well! Seems to get busy, so there may be a wait. Parking is free in the strip mall parking lot.
Servers were attentive and friendly. Meals were well prepared, large portions and tasty. We were seated promptly and again, our servers were very charming. It’s worth a revisit.
Doheny Cafe is hands down one of my favorite places to eat in Dana Point. I appreciate that they prioritize high-quality ingredients, cooking with organic foods and avoiding seed oils—something that sets them apart from most other restaurants. Every single meal I’ve had here has been absolutely delicious, but my go-to favorite is the steak and eggs. I feel what …
After my meal here I felt so peaceful. They did such a great job with the atmosphere of their restaurant while providing easy, yet delicious food options. I'm very impressed by the biscuits and gravy. Some of the best gravy i've ever had. Very flavorful. Plus the Biscuits had a beautiful crisp on the edges so they never got soggy. …
Self admitted difficult customer today. We were stopping in on a walk during a work meeting. We were in a bit of a hurry and wanted to seat quickly. They offered us carry out as they didn’t have space at the time. But when they knew we were in a hurry they adjusted and accommodated to get us seated quickly. …
Erin is AMAZING!!! She was friendly, attentive and her suggestions did not disappoint. My mom brought me here for brunch and it was outstanding. I had The Big Leo- a modern twist on a Ruben sandwich (pastrami, pickles, slaw). And it was the best Ruben I’ve ever had!! 100% recommend getting this if you like Ruben sandwiches. I appreciated the …
Loved it here on a Saturday (Labor Day Weekend) around noon, party of four. Really busy around this time. Parking was definitely busy, cars are always pulling in and out, it can be hard to navigate the small parking lot with big vehicles, trucks! Atmosphere was pleasant, you get the nice breeze from the coast line. Staff were friendly and …
