14th Annual Best of Dana Point People's Choice Lantern Awards

MARCH 11, 2022 | DANAPOINTTIMES.COM

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Every year, we celebrate the best Dana Point has to offer by honoring local businesses, nonprofit organizations and individuals with the People’s Choice Lantern Awards, as selected by you, the readers. Join us in celebrating the businesses that contribute to our lively community.

EATERIES, WATERING HOLES AND MORE

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Appetizers Bagel Bar Bartender Beer Selection Breakfast Breakfast Burrito Brunch Burger Cup of Coffee Donut Family Restaurant Happy Hour International Eats Margarita Menu for Healthy Choices New Restaurant Overall Restaurant Pizza Poke Place Restaurant for a Date/ Romantic Evening Restaurant for Outdoor Dining Restaurant for Vegan Options Salsa Sandwich Seafood Sports Bar Spote for Take-Out Spot to Cure a Sweet Tooth Sushi Taco Wine Selection

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AT THE SHOPS

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Bicycle Shop Clothing Home Décor and Furnishings Home Improvement Store Jewelry Local Grocer Pet Store Place to Buy Flowers Secondhand/Thrift Store Store to Buy Gifts for Adults Store to Buy Gifts for Kids Surf Shop Tackle Shop Tattoo Shop

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SERVICES ON THE TO-DO LIST

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Acupuncturist Aesthetic Service Provider Auto Repair/Service Banking Institution Presented by Dana Point Times

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Barber Shop Catering Chiropractor Dental Health Care Provider Dry Cleaner Grooming/Pet Care Group Workout Gym Hair Salon Jeweler Laundromat Law Firm Local Nonprofit Manicure & Pedicure Martial Arts Studio Medical Health Care Provider Music School New Business Overall Customer Service Pest Control Pilates Studio Spa for Massages Spa for Facials Specialty Beauty Service Surfboard Ding Repair Veterinarian Yacht/Boat Maintenance Repair Yoga Studio

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GETTING OUT

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Beach Camp for Kids Harbor Recreation/Excursion Local Annual Event Lodging Park Place to Take Out-of-Towners Special Event/Wedding Venue Surf Break Venue for Live Music Yacht Club

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BEST NEW RESTAURANT GOLDEN LANTERN

Station Craft Brewery + Kitchen 34150 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.264.8288

Station Craft has been operating for a little more than a year after opening and persevering through the pandemic. The restaurant takes a craft approach to the food that it serves and the beer it brews. Keagan Banks, co-founder and director of operations, says that Station Craft has tried to become that “local hub where everybody could just come hang out, share ideas, conversations, and just create an atmosphere where everybody feels welcome.”

SILVER LANTERN

Carmelita’s Taqueria Grill 34255 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.503.4107

Carmelita’s, which joined the Dana Point community in 2021, is a boutique taqueria known for its skirt steak plate, roasted cauliflower tacos and al pastor tacos.

STATION CRAFT BREWERY + KITCHEN

2020 Winners: Gold: Glasspar; Silver: Moulin

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BEST CUP OF COFFEE OR TEA

BEST DONUT GOLDEN LANTERN

GOLDEN LANTERN

Dippity Donuts

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli

33601 Del Obispo Street, 949.240.6064

34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

Coffee Importers’ quality coffee and tea is all thanks to the specially trained baristas who make quality coffees, lattes and cappuccinos, owner Jim Miller says. Miller has sourced the shop’s coffee beans from the same roaster for 40 years. Coffee Importers offers a wide variety of specialty drinks, mochas, hot chocolates, espressos, matchas, and teas.

Along with the huge variety of teas and coffees, Coffee Importers also offers green drinks and smoothies.

SILVER LANTERN

J.C. Beans Coffee House 34114 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.4700

J.C. Beans Coffee House, which conveniently has a drive-through for customers on the go, serves a variety of beverages, including the popular chai and caramel macchiato, both featuring almond milk.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Coffee Importers; Silver: Bear Coast Coffee

RJ’S CAFÉ

BEST BREAKFAST

toast, pancakes, bagels and more. RJ’s Café is known for its fast service, kind staff and big portions. Customers especially love the stuffed French toast.

GOLDEN LANTERN

RJ’s Café

SILVER LANTERN

25001 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.218.5757, rjscafe.com

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli

A perennial Golden Lantern winner in this category, RJ’s has been a staple in the Dana Point community since opening in 2003. Owner RJ Breeden strives to treat everyone— staff and guests—like family. The café uses fresh, quality ingredients and double-thick bacon. Its menu spans from traditional egg breakfasts served with home-fried potatoes, French

34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

Coffee Importers offers a variety of bagel combinations, yogurt, granola and acai bowls, egg bowls, and smoothies.

Closing in on 35 years in business in Dana Point, Dippity Donuts is a community staple for anyone looking to satisfy that morning sweet tooth and a Golden Lantern winner for the third consecutive year. Dippity Donuts simply offers the best, classic and straightforward donuts around. All your traditional favorites are available—until they run out, so, make sure to get there early for the 5 a.m. opening to ensure your favorite doughy treat. The staff is always warm and welcoming, like the donuts they provide.

SILVER LANTERN

Primi Donuts 32880 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.388.5595, primidonuts.com

At the north end of Dana Point, Primi Donuts offers a classic array of donut varieties from glazed and sprinkles to maple bars and apple fritters (a customer favorite).

2020 Winners: Gold: Dippity Donuts; Silver: Primi Donuts

2020 Winners: Gold: RJ’s Café; Silver: The Coffee Importers

BEST BAGEL GOLDEN LANTERN

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli 34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

Coffee Importers’ 30-year-old toasters are the key to the perfect bagel, owner Jim Miller says. As a perennial Lantern Award winner, Coffee Importers sources the best bagels around from a company located in Garden Grove. “Fresh bagels, fresh cream cheese, fresh avocado, fresh tomatoes, we do everything really fresh to order,” Miller says. To top it all off, Coffee Importers’ not-so-secret ingredient—lemon pepper—gives the deli’s bagels their unique flavor.

SILVER LANTERN

I Love Bagels 32545 Golden Lantern, Suite B, 949.443.3300, ilovebagelsinc.com

I Love Bagels offers a wide variety of bagels, spreads and specialty sandwiches.

Originally from New Jersey, it is known for its authentic, East Coast bagels.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Coffee Importers; Silver: I Love Bagels

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BEST BREAKFAST BURRITO

BEST SANDWICH GOLDEN LANTERN

A’s Burgers

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli

34344 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.4460, asburgersrestaurant.com

34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

GOLDEN LANTERN

Another year, another Golden Lantern in this category for A’s Burgers, which prides itself on consistently offering good food at good prices.

The restaurant has been a Dana Point staple for more than 50 years. Along with its fast and friendly service, customers in the morning come for the breakfast burritos, selecting from bacon (the favorite), sausage or chorizo.

Everything is made in-house, and it uses real eggs, made fresh and hot to order. “It’s simplicity and quality,” owner Angelo Vardakostas boasts.

SILVER LANTERN

Lupe’s Mexican Eatery 33621 Del Obispo Street, Suite , 949.558.5430, eatlupes.com

Lupe’s offers a variety of burritos, but the most popular one to get customers’ days started is the California Breakfast Burrito, featuring steak, eggs, avocado and potatoes.

2020 Winners: Gold: A’s Burgers; Silver: Lupe’s Mexican Eatery

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GLASSPAR

BEST BRUNCH

for its French toast, the Crab Cake Benedict, as well as its Duck Fat Fries.

GOLDEN LANTERN SILVER LANTERN

Glasspar

Maison Café + Market

24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

34320 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.218.8431

Glasspar’s stunning outdoor seating patio makes the perfect venue for its Sunday Brunch, on the only day it opens in the morning, serving from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. It offers specialty egg entrées, salads, sandwiches and lobster rolls. The brunch is also known

Maison Café’s brunch menu is filled with guest and staff favorites—“food that feeds the stomach and an environment that feeds the heart,” owner Danielle Kuhn says.

Coffee Importers offers a variety of sandwiches, paninis, loaded bagels, wraps, and veggie burgers. It offers creative specialty sandwiches, as well as staples such as a grilled cheese. The deli is known for its huge sandwiches. “Most people get a sandwich and take half of it home,” owner Jim Miller boasts of the hearty sandwiches. And the breads used for the sandwiches, Miller says, are delivered fresh daily from a bakery in Los Angeles.

SILVER LANTERN

Tutor & Spunky’s Deli 34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Suites 116 949.248.9008, tutorandspun ys.com

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An integral part of the Dana Point community since 1988, Tutor & Spunky’s Deli offers a wide variety of sandwiches on sliced bread, wraps and rolls.

2020 Winners: Gold: Tutor & Spunky’s Deli; Silver: Subway

2020 Winners: Gold: The Harbor Grill; Silver: Glasspar

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BEST MENU FOR HEALTHY CHOICES GOLDEN LANTERN

Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice 34255 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.259.5514, eatdrin vibe.com

The Golden Lantern winner in this category for the third consecutive year, Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice serves all organic, gluten-free and plant-based foods and juices. Its smashed avocado toast on gluten-free sourdough, roasted butternut squash tacos and super green juice are among customer favorites.

On weekends only, Vibe offers a baked and breaded cauliflower “fried chicken” on a crispy gluten-free waffle with roasted vegetable cashew gravy and Sriracha maple syrup. Its nutrient-dense, plant-based dishes are sure to hit the spot.

LUPE’S MEXICAN EATERY

SILVER LANTERN

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli 34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

Coffee Importers offers a variety of healthy and vegan options. A fan favorite is its wheat-free power pancakes made with dried fruit, nuts and seeds.

2020 Winners: Gold: Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice; Silver: The Coffee Importers

BEST RESTAURANT FOR VEGAN OPTIONS

VIBE ORGANIC KITCHEN & JUICE

A’S BURGERS

GOLDEN LANTERN

Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice 34255 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.259.5514, eatdrin vibe.com

Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice offers creative, plant-based dishes that have earned its third consecutive Golden Lantern in this category.

Its menu offers a wide selection of power bowls and salads, burgers, tacos, sandwiches, breakfast burritos, waffles and parfaits, as well as breaded cauliflower “fried chicken” on gluten-free waffles during weekends.

Its breakfast options are available all day. Vibe’s sunrise scramble “Brekki” dish creatively swaps out eggs with a cauliflower scramble.

SILVER LANTERN

Jack’s Restaurant & Bar 24462 Del Prado venue, 949.489.1903, jac sdp.com

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as vegan enchiladas, raw kale salad, gluten-free pizza and brown rice corkscrew pasta.

2020 Winners: Gold: Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice; Silver: Jack’s Restaurant & Bar

BEST BURGER GOLDEN LANTERN

A’s Burgers 34344 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.4460, asburgersrestaurant.com

Another category, another Golden Lantern for A’s Burgers, a mom-andpop restaurant founded in the early 1970s by Angelo Vardakostas. The restaurant strives to get the freshest, quality ingredients and has offered the same burgers for more than 40 years. “Basically, we found a recipe that worked and we stuck with it.

I think that’s kind of what sets our burger apart,” owner George Vardakostas says. On your next visit, try

the customer favorite Double Bacon Cheeseburger and a side of Zucchini Fries.

SILVER LANTERN

The Shwack Beach Grill 24502 Del Prado venue, 949.218.2731, theshwac .com

Shwack Beach Grill located on Del Prado offers a variety of specialty burgers made with all natural, antibiotic- and hormone-free beef, which pairs nicely with its “Shwackatizers.”

2020 Winners: Gold: A’s Burgers; Silver: The Shwack Beach Grill

BEST TACO GOLDEN LANTERN

Lupe’s Mexican Eatery 33621 Del Obispo Street, Suite , 949.558.5430, eatlupes.com

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everything is handmade in-house at Lupe’s, a perennial Lantern winner in this category. The staff strives to give the same amount of time, care and attention to detail whether it’s busy or in between the lunch and dinner rushes. With three signature tacos and 11 different classic taco variations, there’s always something new to try at Lupe’s Mexican Eatery.

Fan favorites include the Surf ‘N’ Turf, Taco Sonora and the al pastor.

SILVER LANTERN

Carmelita’s Taqueria Grill 34255 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.503.4107

Carmelita’s Taqueria Grill serves its tacos on tortillas, made to order inhouse with blue organic corn from Oaxaca, Mexico. It offers both soft and crispy tacos.

2020 Winners: Gold: Lupe’s Mexican Eatery; Silver: The Shwack Beach Grill

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BEST SALSA

BEST POKE PLACE

GOLDEN LANTERN

GOLDEN LANTERN

Lupe’s Mexican Eatery

Kamea Poke

33621 Del Obispo Street, Suite F, 949.558.5430, eatlupes.com

34320 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.443.5226

THE HARBOR GRILL

Another category, another Golden Lantern for Lupe’s Mexican Eatery.

At Lupe’s, the staff comes in every morning at 5 a.m. to begin prepping the food for the day. All of the salsa is made in-house, fresh, daily. General manager Brennan Healey says what distinguishes the restaurant’s salsa is the attention to detail, as the kitchen staff makes sure each batch of salsa is perfect. Lupe’s chunky, house-made salsa perfectly complements the restaurant’s creative and hearty tacos, burritos and chips that the customers enjoy.

SILVER LANTERN

Kawamata Seafood

SILVER LANTERN

26881 Camino De strella, 949.248.1914, awamata seafood.business.site

Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

Tucked away in Capistrano Beach, Kawamata—another frequent Lantern winner—provides a homey atmosphere for customers to fashion whatever kind of Hawaiian-style bowls appeal to them the most.

34224 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.4470, carloscantinadp.com

The fresh salsa and house-made chips are crowd-pleasers at Carlos Mexican Restaurant, which offers generous portions and great deals, especially on Taco Tuesday, when the tacos are $2.50 with the purchase of a drink.

2020 Winners: Gold: Kamea Poke; Silver: Kawamata Seafood

BEST SEAFOOD

2020 Winners: Gold: Lupe’s Mexican Eatery; Silver: Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

GOLDEN LANTERN

The Harbor Grill

BEST PIZZA

34499 Golden Lantern, 949.240.1416, h arborgrill.com

GOLDEN LANTERN

Established in 1984, Harbor Grill—another perennial Golden Lantern winner in this category—strives to consistently give customers great quality with its innovative and unique menu that features a wide variety of seafood and steaks, fresh off the mesquite grill. The restaurant is diligent about getting the freshest, best quality of seafood, and its hot-buttered lobster, lobster ravioli and Mahi Mahi are among its customers’ favorite dishes.

A popular location for residents and visitors alike, Harbor Grill’s returning customers are made to feel like regulars, Managing Partner Keegan Hicks says.

Beach Harbor Pizza 34473 Golden Lantern, 949.218.1920, beachharborpi a.com

Beach Harbor Pizza hand-makes its pizza pies using whole-milk mozzarella cheese from Wisconsin, New York deli meats, and fresh vegetables.

Its sourdough-style crust is made from a living sourdough starter. Customers can choose to either create their own pizza or order from a large selection of specialty pizzas. The pizza shop is also known for its Beach Harbor Special Combination, which has pepperoni, Italian sausage, salami, fresh mushrooms, black olives, red onions, and bell peppers.

BEACH HARBOR PIZZA

SILVER LANTERN

Glasspar

SILVER LANTERN

Jack’s Restaurant & Bar

24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

24462 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.1903, jacksdp.com

Chef Rob Wilson sources the freshest ingredients to ensure the best tasting, quality dining experience. The menu changes depending on the season and offers local seafood whenever available.

Jack’s serves a variety of Roman-style pizzas and also offers vegan and gluten-free options. Its Roman-style white, Roman Style Pescatore and Roman Style Chicago are among fan favorites.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Harbor Grill; Silver: Glasspar

2020 Winners: Gold: Brio Tuscany Grille; Silver: Beach Harbor Pizza

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A perennial Golden Lantern winner in this category, Kamea is once again the top restaurant for build-yourown poke bowls in Dana Point. One of the reasons that customers keep coming back is Kamea’s intention to give larger portions than other poke places in South Orange County. Manager Caleb Verrall says, “A lot of people complain (about that), and when they come in here, they’re like, ‘Wow, you guys really hook it up here.’ We really value that—we take pride in that.”

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BEST RESTAURANT FOR A DATE/ ROMANTIC EVENING GOLDEN LANTERN

GEN KAI SUSHI

Glasspar 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

Glasspar offers an exceptionally romantic dining experience both indoors and outdoors. The restaurant is beautifully designed, with the bar as a focal point. This makes the bar the first thing guests see as they enter the restaurant, and the energy from the bar is infectious, General Manager Marcos Costas says. The patio space offers a cozy, intimate, outdoor space that can be enjoyed year-round for customers celebrating any milestone occasion or a spontaneous date night.

SILVER LANTERN

Coastal Kitchen 34091 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.449.2822, coastal itchendanapoint.com

Coastal Kitchen’s spacious outdoor dining patio, with fire pits and heat lamps to keep diners cozy even on the coldest of evenings, offers quite the intimate setting.

2020 Winners: Gold: Luciana’s Ristorante; Silver: Glasspar

BEST SUSHI GOLDEN LANTERN

BEST APPETIZERS GOLDEN LANTERN

Gen Kai Sushi

Glasspar

34143 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.240.2004, sushiorangecounty.com

24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

This is the fifth consecutive Golden Lantern in this category for Gen Kai, whose staff works hard to provide guests with a special dining experience that includes fresh and traditional Japanese food. With dozens of different rolls and other dishes on the menu, customers are sure to find something they will love. Try the Sammy’s Special roll, the Crazy Genkai, sushi nachos, or the teriyaki dishes. Gen Kai also caters to children’s tastes, big occasions with Special Dinner Boats, and happy hour.

Each appetizer shows a hint of Chef Rob Wilson’s cooking. Along with the oyster bar, Glasspar’s appetizer menu offers a wide variety of dishes. “You could do something from the raw bar, some calamari or some octopus; from the hotline, clam chowder, which has been a fan favorite,” General Manager Marcos Costas says.

“There’s a lot of different directions you can take and start the dining experience journey that way.”

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Dana Kai 24050 Camino Del venue, 949.489.8168, dana aisushi.com

Led by main chef Simon Wicked, Dana Kai’s staff can brighten any meal or catering event with the restaurant’s variety of quality dishes.

2020 Winners: Gold: Gen Kai Sushi; Silver: Dana Kai

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SILVER LANTERN

Craft House

BEST INTERNATIONAL EATS

2020 Winners: Gold: Craft House; Silver: Glasspar

GOLDEN LANTERN

Thai This

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli

34119 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite , 949.240.7944, thaithis.com

34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

Since opening in 1992, Thai This has continued to serve the same recipes with the freshest ingredients, offering customers a consistent dining experience for more than 30 years. Owner “Jib” Kachonsak Roungchun says he puts his heart into the food he cooks, always serving the best dishes with great ingredients and attention to detail. Roungchun says it’s the consistency this longtime Dana Point favorite offers that has earned Thai This its third consecutive Golden Lantern in this category.

Coffee Importers prides itself on offering quick service and convenient online and phone ordering. “The quality of the food we make holds up really well, like if you get our sunrise bagel and you take it home, it’s just as good as when you get it here,” owner Jim Miller says. Miller attributes the great, lasting taste to the fresh, quality ingredients, which go into customer favorites including the hearty sandwiches that many have trouble finishing in one sitting.

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34094 Pacific Coast Highway, 949. 481.7734, eatatcrafthouse.com

Craft House offers quality, seasonally focused appetizers, including roasted bone marrow (winter), spicy tuna crispy rice, and roasted Brussels sprouts. The restaurant has a diverse menu of all different styles of cuisine.

BEST SPOT FOR TAKE-OUT

SILVER LANTERN

Brio Tuscany Grille 24050 Camino Del vion, 949.443.1476, briorestaurant.com

Lupe’s Mexican Eatery 33621 Del Obispo Street, Suite , 949.558.5430, eatlupes.com

Brio Tuscany Grille serves fresh, authentic Italian dishes. Its Fettuccine Scampi and the Pollo Alla Romana are among customer favorites.

Lupe’s Mexican Eatery is always packed with customers looking to bring to work such customer favorites as the California and On Dana Point burritos.

2020 Winners: Gold: Thai This; Silver: Gemmell’s Restaurant

2020 Winners: Gold: The Little Kitchen Asian Café; Silver: The Coffee Importers

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BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT GOLDEN LANTERN

Glasspar 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

“It’s been a labor of love,” General Manager Marcos Costas says of Glasspar’s commitment to quality.

The restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients and has the expertise of many seasoned industry professionals. The staff at Glasspar cares deeply about their guests’ experiences. The patio offers a romantic, year-round outdoor space. Chef Rob Wilson sources the fresh, quality, local ingredients in a setting where product, presentation and flavor come together to make the dishes stand out.

SILVER LANTERN

Coastal Kitchen 34091 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.449.2822, coastalkitchendanapoint.com

Coastal Kitchen strives to provide a friendly environment and lovely ambience. It offers a comfortable outdoor dining experience with a large tent in front of the restaurant.

GLASSPAR

2020 Winners: Gold: The Harbor Grill; Silver: Brio Tuscany Grille

BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT

BEST RESTAURANT FOR OUTDOOR DINING

GOLDEN LANTERN

Brio Tuscany Grille

GOLDEN LANTERN

24050 Camino Del vion, 949.443.1476, briorestaurant.com

Glasspar 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

Glasspar’s patio offers a beautiful outdoor space year-round. “At brunch, it’s beautiful during the day; at night, it’s nice and cozy, and warm, even in the colder months; and then in summer, we roll up the sides and you have outdoor dining by the water year-round,” General Manager Marcos Costas says.

Glasspar recently put a new roof and side panels on its patio so that even in inclement weather, customers can still enjoy the outdoor space any time of year.

SILVER LANTERN

Wind & Sea Restaurant 34699 Golden Lantern, 949.496.6500, windandsearestaurant.com

The Wind & Sea has one-of-a-kind views, with water on three sides of the restaurant. On its patio, customers can sit right next to the water and enjoy the spectacular view.

2020 Winners: Gold: Coastal Kitchen; Silver: Glasspar

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BRIO TUSCANY GRILLE

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BEST SPOT TO CURE A SWEET TOOTH

more than 30 different flavors of Lappert’s ice cream, which is also used to make other delectable treats such as floats, sundaes, and banana splits.

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The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli 34531 Golden Lantern, 949.493.7773, coffeeimporters.com

Coffee Importers Scoop Deck and Deli’s menu features a host of pastries, muffins, croissants, coffee cakes and bars. It also serves a selection of Lappert’s ice cream. Owner Jim Miller says since the shop first started serving Lappert’s about six years ago, ice cream sales have doubled. Coffee Importers Scoop Deck and Deli offers

Brio Tuscany Grille offers coloring pages and crayons to keep children entertained and a special kids’ menu that even the pickiest child will enjoy. “In just the last couple years, we turned the restaurant more to a family affair,” owner Enzo Scognamiglio says. “And I’m very happy to see that. The neighborhood is changing to more of a family neighborhood versus a lot of singles, as it used to be in the old days.”

What a Dish Café & Catering

Coastal Kitchen

24921 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Suite B100, 949.276.4884, whatadishoc.com

34091 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.449.2822, coastalkitchendanapoint.com

What a Dish offers an assortment of cakes, cupcakes, cookies and pastries.

Its snickerdoodle, lemon zest, red velvet and raspberry cupcakes are among the most popular sweets.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Coffee Importers S oop Deck & Deli; Silver: What a Dish Café & Catering

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Coastal Kitchen offers a kids’ menu with a variety of staple comfort foods such as grilled cheese, pasta, and chicken tenders. Kids’ meals come with ice cream sandwiches.

2020 Winners: Gold: RJ’s Café; Silver: The Coffee Importers

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TURK’S DANA WARF

BEST BAR GOLDEN LANTERN

Turk’s Dana Warf 34683 Golden Lantern, 949.496.9028, turksdpharbor.com

For the 14th consecutive year, Turk’s Dana Warf wins the Golden Lantern as best bar in Dana Point. Right on the water, overlooking the harbor, nothing beats the ocean view at Turk’s, which has been a family-owned bar and restaurant since 1984. Turks serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers daily specials on food and drinks. Its fries and onion rings hit the spot, and its fish and chips with fried zucchini is a fan favorite. The waterfront bar features nostalgic, nautical decor and archival photos of Dana Point.

BEST HAPPY HOUR GOLDEN LANTERN

Wind & Sea Restaurant 34699 Golden Lantern, 949.496.6500, windandsearestaurant.com

The Wind & Sea is known for its exceptional Mai Tais, with its Dana Point location even outserving its Kona Inn location with twice as many Mai Tais ordered and enjoyed. “Our patrons like to come down at Happy Hour and get a great deal on our Mai Tais and feel the spirit of Aloha,” owner Bob Mardian says. Happy hour prices are offered at the bar, as well as from the patio, from 4-7 p.m. The spectacular sunsets are free.

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Glasspar 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

As the focal point of the restaurant, the beautifully designed bar sets the atmosphere for the evening. The same bartenders have been serving at Glasspar since the restaurant opened in December 2019.

2020 Winners: Gold: Turk’s Dana Warf; Silver: Brio Tuscany Grille

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Brio Tuscany Grille 24050 Camino Del Avion, 949.443.1476, briorestaurant.com

Brio Tuscany Grille’s friendly staff, romantic environment and music from 6:30-7 p.m. Thursdays thru Saturdays make its happy hour a special experience.

2020 Winners: Gold: Wind & Sea Restaurant; Silver: Waterman’s Harbor

WIND & SEA RESTAURANT

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BEST BEER SELECTION

BEST SPORTS BAR

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Station Craft

The Point Restaurant & Bar

34150 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.264.8288, stationcraft.com

34085 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.464.5700, thepointrestaurantandbar.com

Station Craft brews all of its beers onsite. With 26 taps, Station Craft is able to experiment with the beers it offers.

It brews its beers in small batches in order to test new flavors. “We’re always pushing the envelope on beer styles, and just kind of seeing what sticks and what catches on; it’s been a lot of fun,” co-founder and Director of Operations Keagan Banks says.

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Project Social

Sports fans flock to The Point Restaurant & Bar to catch all the games and root for their favorite teams, but they stay for the friendly staff of servers and bartenders who provide top-notch service and keep the energy up. In addition, the menu includes a plethora of tasty bar-food classics including burgers, wings and nachos, and be sure to check out other specialties such as the fish and chips, street tacos and even some lumpia.

THE POINT RESTAURANT & BAR

24040 Camino Del vion, Suite , 949.424.2288, projectsocial.us

In addition to offering a wide selection of draft beers in its rotating taps, Project Social takes its beverage menu a step further by serving up hard kombuchas, hard ciders and hard seltzers.

2020 Winners: Gold: Craft House; Silver: Project Social

BEST WINE SELECTION GOLDEN LANTERN

Glasspar 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

Glasspar offers a variety of Californian and European wines. The co-owner, Annique Wilson, is a Level 2 sommelier. She takes pride in sourcing high-quality wines that you may not find elsewhere. Glasspar’s wine list has a variety of old world and new world wines, with a nice balance of whites and reds. Annique Wilson and her husband, Chef Rob Wilson, work together to pair menu items with the wines the restaurant offers.

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Whitestone Restaurant & Bar 34212 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.489.8911

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a cocktail and it’s crafted and everything’s made fresh that day, you can taste the difference, and our margarita from Day 1 is a bit spicy, but it’s fresh and it makes a big difference,” General Manager Marcos Costas says.

The cilantro-coated pitcher rim adds a special touch so that with every sip from the glass, the margarita coalesces nicely.

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Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

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2020 Winners: Gold: Shannon Greathouse, Glasspar; Silver: Ronnie, Luxe Restaurant and World Famous Martini Bar

This local sports bar knows how to show customers a fun time with great food and drink prices, pool and pinball tables, and, of course, all the games on TV. 2020 Winners: Gold: The Point Restaurant & Bar; Silver: Hennessey’s Tavern

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Dwight Donaldson has served as a bartender at Brio Tuscany Grille for nine years now. Bartending is all about the personal touch, Donaldson says. And after almost a decade, he feels Brio is almost like the “Cheers” bar. “As soon as people walk in, I know what baseball team they want to watch, what drinks they want, what kind of food they want, and I pretty much have it on the bar for them before they even walk in,” Donaldson says.

24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

Shannon Greathouse has been a bartender for more than 20 years and enjoys entertaining, taking care of people and making sure customers have a great time.

34235 Doheny Par oad, Capistrano Beach, 949.272.5957, pepissportsbarandgrill.com

2020 Winners: Gold: El Torito Mexican Restaurant; Silver: Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

2020 Winners: Gold: Craft House; Silver: The Harbor Grill

Glasspar

24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.240.6243, glasspar.com

Pepi’s Sports Bar & Grill

Family-owned-and-operated since 1972, Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina offers a fun, outdoor patio experience to enjoy six different margaritas. For something exotic, try the Presidential Margarita (featuring a float of brandy) or the Rose Royce (La Rosa tequila, cranberry juice, Rose’s sweet and sour mix and a float of Grand Marnier).

Dwight Donaldson, Brio Tuscany Grille

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Shannon Greathouse, Glasspar

34224 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.4470, carloscantinadp.com

Whitestone offers customers a chef’s selection of cheeses, meats and preserves, all of which pair well with the wide selection of wines.

BEST MARGARITA

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24050 Camino Del vion, 949.443.1476, briorestaurant.com

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age of 13. Its products can be categorized within active play, electronics, musical toys, and more, and come from a long list of brands that parents love. Whether you’re shopping online or in person, this toy shop goes out of its way to “reimagine childhood.”

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Killer Dana Surf Shop 24621 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.8380; 34467 Golden Lantern, 949.503.1186, kdsurfshop.com

Killer Dana offers children their own selection of fashionable clothing, as well as toys to give them a great time on the beach.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Wee Loft; Silver: Jack’s Surfboards

BEST PLACE TO BUY FLOWERS GOLDEN LANTERN

Browne’s Flowers 34156 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.661.4748, brownes owers.com

KILLER DANA SURF SHOP

A beautiful spot of sunshine along Pacific Coast Highway in the Lantern District since 1988, Browne’s Flowers—a perennial Golden Lantern winner—remains the top spot for floral arrangements in town.

Browne’s Flowers continues to be family-owned-and-operated and offers up friendly, timely and professional service for all your floral needs.

Whether it’s flowers for a special occasion, anniversary or birthday, or even just to make someone smile, Browne’s can create a gorgeous arrangement that’s fresh and colorful.

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Wildflower Florist

BEST CLOTHING GOLDEN LANTERN

Killer Dana Surf Shop 24621 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.8380; 34467 Golden Lantern, 949.503.1186, kdsurfshop.com

Co-owner Carrie Foster is all-in on the clothing side of the business, according to her business partner and husband, Mike Foster. Her ability to embrace the sales representatives, build great relationships with them, and get feedback from their young employees helps them understand what will work best with customers.

The Killer Dana owners also utilize artwork from their older, past employees and other local artists to use on the T-shirts and other items.

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Hobie Surf Shop 34174 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.2366, hobiesurfshop.com

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tional but stylish options, Hobie has an array of clothing that fits everyone’s taste.

2020 Winners: Gold: Hobie Surf Shop; Silver: Golden Galleon Boutique

BEST STORE TO BUY GIFTS FOR ADULTS GOLDEN LANTERN

Killer Dana Surf Shop 24621 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.8380; 34467 Golden Lantern, 949.503.1186, kdsurfshop.com

Through trial and error, Killer Dana has essentially nailed down all the products that make its brand great.

“We’re amazed at how much people love it and come back year after year, or buy on our website, from all over the world,” co-owner Carrie Foster says. “It amazes us, and we just think, ‘Oh, we’re just a couple of surf shops.’

But the following is a tradition of 30 years of being here.”

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Hobie Surf Shop 34174 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.2366, hobiesurfshop.com

Along with great clothing, the wealth of accessories inside Hobie, including hats, jewelry, and water bottles, make great gifts.

26945 Camino De strella, 949.498.3454, wild ower oral.com

Wildflower Florist is a boutique floral design studio that makes all of its arrangements fresh and custom with the goal of brightening the community.

2020 Winners: Gold: Browne’s Flowers; Silver: ild o er lorist

2020 Winners: Gold: Hobie Surf Shop; Silver: Woody Hut

BEST STORE TO BUY GIFTS FOR KIDS GOLDEN LANTERN

The Wee Loft 32585-K Golden Lantern, 949.489.9202, theweeloft.com

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BEST HOME DECOR AND FURNISHINGS

become great friends and family. We are here for all levels of anglers, from first-timers to tournament anglers.”

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Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching

Bella Bazaar 34511 Golden Lantern, 949.429.6200, bellabazaar.com

34675 Golden Lantern, 888.224.0603, danawharf.com

Providing custom-made products, Bella Bazaar is able to give customers what they want, exactly how they want it. “Our look is coastal, so people who come to us are looking for that look and feel,” says owner Azar Salehi.

Since 2006, Bella Bazaar has served Dana Point, offering custom draperies, pillows and sofas, among other items.

Stop in to get a free design consultation and see how this boutique can bring coastal flair to your home.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching is a great spot to get tackle—and obtain your fishing license.

Now you’re set for your trip with Dana Wharf.

2020 Winners: Gold: Hogan’s Bait & Tackle; Silver: Dana harf Sport shing hale at hing

BEST SURF SHOP GOLDEN LANTERN

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Killer Dana Surf Shop

2nd Hand Treasures

24621 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.8380; 34467 Golden Lantern, 949.503.1186, kdsurfshop.com

34272 Doheny Park Road, 949.218.7962, 2ndhandtreasures.com

At 2nd Hand Treasurers, customers are able to find high-quality furniture at lower prices, as well as vintage cameras, vinyl records and collectibles.

2020 Winners: Gold: Bella Bazaar; Silver: 2nd Hand Treasures

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BEST JEWELRY BEST TACKLE SHOP

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Swiss Connection

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32565 Golden Lantern, Suite A, 949.488.0900, jeanjacquesmamie.com

As a family-owned and full-service fine jewelry store located in the area for more than 30 years, this Swiss Connection location carries an assortment of fine Swiss watches—including Cartier—and strives to present an interesting and beautiful collection of jewelry pieces from around the world. The company has two Dana Point locations: Ocean Ranch Village and the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach.

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Harbor Jeweler 34515 Golden Lantern Street, 949.276.2424, harborjeweler.com

Harbor Jeweler offers a variety of services, from custom design to watch repair. It can also fix jewelry and offer appraisal services.

2020 Winners: Gold: Swiss Connection; Silver: Art Sea

BEST SECONDHAND/ THRIFT STORE GOLDEN LANTERN

2nd Hand Treasures 34272 Doheny Park Road, 949.218.7962, 2ndhandtreasures.com

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Hogan’s Bait & Tackle 34320 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.493.3528

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strive for quality and are constantly seeking inventory that’s primarily made in the U.S. Offering a wide variety of products, 2nd Hand Treasures is able to regularly update inventory that is high in quality—and at reasonable prices. “It’s good quality at a good price,” says Helen, who routinely checks out the competition in Orange County. “Reasonable prices and great service are what really makes us stick out.”

A family-owned business serving the community since 2003, Hogan’s Bait & Tackle is “so fortunate to have such great customers,” says owner Breck Girot. As such, the shop takes pride in being able to provide the necessary services required for fishing adventures by carrying a plethora of equipment, from rods to reels. “Through the years, our customers have

While the owners, the Fosters, found it difficult to say what makes them one of the best among many other quality surf shops, one of their tactics is to be “grassroots” and embrace the community as much as possible.

They work with many local events and try to help the younger generation of upcoming surfers. “We just really enjoy our customers. We like our people, and they come back year after year,” co-owner Carrie Foster says.

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Jack’s Surfboards 34320 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.276.8080, jackssurfboards.com

Another legend in the surfing industry, Jack’s offers boards, clothing, and surfboard repair to help people maximize their time near and on the water.

2020 Winners: Gold: Killer Dana Surf Shop; Silver: (TIE) Hobie Surf Shop, Jack’s Surfboards

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Lighthouse Thrift Store 34200 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.481.3620, lcfonline.org

Customers are sure to find great items at bargain prices at Lighthouse Thrift Store, which offers delivery and pickup services for those looking to donate items.

2020 Winners: Gold: 2nd Hand Treasures; Silver: Lighthouse Thrift Store

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Feed Barn 34192 Doheny Park Road, 949.248.8700

An independent, family-owned pet store, Feed Barn has served Dana Point and Capistrano Beach pets’ needs for more than a quarter of a century.

2020 Winners: Gold: Wild’s Animal Supplies; Silver: Reptiles Reptropolis

BEST TATTOO SHOP GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Tattoo 34144 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite D, 949.303.3410, danapointtattoo.com

Holding onto its title of “Best Tattoo Shop” in the city for the third consecutive year, the artists at Dana Point Tattoo keep proving why local customers love to seek their services.

The shop prioritizes authentic artistry, cleanliness, and community, all contributing to an atmosphere that is almost as vibrant as the colors found on the skin of their customers. And Dana Point Tattoo’s eclectic interior decor is nothing to scoff at, either.

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The Black Lantern 24302 Del Prado Avenue, 949.429.7433, theblacklanternoc.com

CYCLEOGICAL

BEST BICYCLE SHOP GOLDEN LANTERN

Cycleogical 34102 La Plaza, Suite A, 949.542.4777, cycleogicalbi es.com

This is the fourth consecutive Golden Lantern for Cycleogical. Ralphie Andrews, who works on the sales side of Cycleogical, attributed the business’ success to its “top notch” in-house mechanics, a feature that Andrews says other shops do not have. “They can fix everything. That’s what makes us, is those guys next door. I got three good mechanics that work here fulltime, and they’re very knowledgeable about suspension, riding, what kind of bike you need. They’re experts. I just sell the bikes,” boasts Andrews.

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Doheny Bike 34163 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.427.3305, dohenybike.com

Purveyors of electric bicycles, ever-growing in popularity, Doheny Bike is a one-stop shop for all of your e-bike needs, from Fold N’Go to commuters.

2020 Winners: Gold: Cycleogical; Silver: Pedego Electric Bikes

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The Black Lantern’s host of resident artists, all with their own unique styles and attitudes, make the renowned tattoo studio what it is.

BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT STORE

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Tattoo; Silver: The Black Lantern

BEST LOCAL GROCER

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Dana Point Hardware

Gelson’s Markets

24422 Del Prado Avenue, Suite 5, 949.496.4158, danapointhardware.com

Three generations of the Barker family have owned and operated this local staple since 1976. With all that history, Billy Barker continues to make the family name proud, ensuring all of the community’s home improvement needs are met—and repeating as Golden Lantern winner. “In all reality, it’s the customer service. Period,” Barker says of his staff. “You can’t beat it … we like talking to people and hanging out and having a good time.”

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2nd Hand Treasures 34272 Doheny Park Road, 949.218.7962, 2ndhandtreasures.com

With so many unique items to offer customers, 2nd Hand Treasures has just about everything that anyone needs to freshen up their homes and living spaces.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Hardware; Silver: 2nd Hand Treasures

WILD’S ANIMAL SUPPLIES

BEST PET STORE GOLDEN LANTERN

Wild’s Animal Supplies 32880 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 30, 949.488.0025, wildsanimalsupplies.com

Manager Sierra Keeling says the staff’s personable nature is part of what makes them a top-tier pet store and a perennial Golden Lantern winner. “We’re really knowledgeable just on pets in general, and we like to make it a really personal experience for everyone that comes in, so I’d say that’s what makes us really special,” Keeling says. “Since we’re a family-run business, we try to mostly carry smaller, family-owned companies, especially locally sourced ones … so we really like supporting the little guys out there.”

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24 Monarch Bay Plaza, 949.488.8147, gelsons.com

Dana Point’s local Gelson’s has evolved from its early days into a competitively priced supermarket that continues to maintain its high quality. Gelson’s offers grocery delivery and pick-up, ready-to-eat meal delivery, catering, and meals to go. Its rewards program and commitment to customer service are other reasons why customers continue to come back. Gelson’s promotes offers to help people celebrate important occasions and holidays.

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Ralphs 32555 Golden Lantern, 949.661.6334; 24871 Del Prado Avenue, 949.661.4145, ralphs.com

Ralphs has continued its dominance as a Best of Dana Point finalist and is held in high regard by readers for satisfying all of their grocery needs.

2020 Winners: Gold: Ralphs; Silver: Gelson’s Markets

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experience they receive with any of the variety of specialty services.

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Lashed Up 34189 Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 202B, 949.463.6013, lashedupoc.com

Lashed Up can help create your special look with a variety of eyelash services, including classic eyelash extensions, volume eyelash extensions and eyelash extension removal.

BEST SPECIALTY BEAUTY SERVICE GOLDEN LANTERN

Artistic Volume Lashes 34192 Violet Lantern, #3; 949.573.1023; artisticvolumelashes.com

New business Artistic Volume Lashes does more than just lashes. It has brought great skin care lines into the spa to service its customers. The studio doesn’t cut corners with its products in this high-end, boutique-style business. Artistic Volume specializes in skin care, lashes, lash laminating and training for lashes. It also offers hair removal and permanent makeup. Clients love the ambience and the

PCH CHIROPRACTIC

2020 Winners: Gold: Lashed Up; Silver: Killer Beauty

BEST MANICURE AND PEDICURE GOLDEN LANTERN

Posh Nails 24040 Camino Del Avion, 949.496.7674

Whether you’ve got a date or an important function coming up, or it’s just time to have your nails done, then head to Posh, where all of your nail care and service needs are met.

Posh Nails gives customers quality service, making them happy and extremely taken care of, owner Jenny Nguyen boasts. Customers can select from a variety of artificial nails and dips, and can experience many other reasonably priced spa services.

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Paradise Nails

BEST NEW BUSINESS GOLDEN LANTERN

PCH Chiropractic 26933 Camino De Estrella, Unit B; 949.503.2691; pchchiropractic.com

PCH Chiropractic is headed up by the husband and wife team of Drs. Palmer and Catherine Peet. Palmer practiced chiropractic care on the East Coast for more than 30 years before coming west. Catherine discovered chiropractic after meeting Palmer, and she went back to school in her 40s. Now, the couple provides a service that Catherine describes as “different than most” with chiropractic biophysics. In addition to regular adjustments, they specialize in spinal curve correction.

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Artistic Volume Lashes 34192 Violet Lantern, #3; 949.573.1023; artisticvolumelashes.com

Owner Alma Valladares says that the quality products and the great experience it provides to clients have endeared Artistic Volume Lashes to the community in its first year of business.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Den Barber Shop & Shave Parlor; Silver: Nauti Boat Services

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32880 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 35, 949.443.2772, paradise-nails-salon.com

BEST OVERALL CUSTOMER SERVICE

Since opening in 2011, this family-owned-and-operated nail salon has maintained its mission to promote a healthy and clean environment while using high-quality products.

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Killer Dana Surf Shop 24621 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.8380; 34467 Golden Lantern, 949.503.1186, kdsurfshop.com

“We try to have our older guys working here, like Mike Cruickshank, who was a pro in Dana Point, (and) Gary Wright, who was the founder of Killer Dana,” co-owner Carrie Foster says.

“They bring a lot of history and they share it with the younger employees.”

Co-owner Mike Foster adds that their service is honest and friendly, and that they never pressure their employees to meet sales goals, as they hope to foster genuine interactions.

ARTISTIC VOLUME LASHES

2020 Winners: Gold: Posh Nails; Silver: Paradise Nails

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Nexus Family Chiropractic 34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 114, 949.356.0556, ne usfamilychiropractic.com

Commitment is a key part of having outstanding service, and Nexus’ staff members are thorough in catering to their clients from start to finish.

POSH NAILS

2020 Winners: Gold: Brio Tuscany Grille; Silver: Nexus Family Chiropractic

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BEST HAIR SALON

BEST SPA FOR MASSAGES

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The District Hair Salon

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34161 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite B, 949.248.3406, thedistricthairsalon.com

The Spa at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa

Offering a variety of hair services including cuts and color, as well as relaxing and curling treatments, the team of stylists and specialists works to give their clients the confidence boost they need. The educated staff can also answer most hair concerns, and is able to provide customers with any hair desires they may have. The District Salon, winner of the Golden Lantern for the fourth consecutive year, is also available to support brides on their big day with customized wedding needs, including styling.

25135 Par Lantern, 949.661.5000, marriott.com

Whether you’re looking for a body scrub, body wrap, or other massage services, your experience at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa is sure to be a relaxing one that will give you peace of mind. Massage staff will have you feeling better than before you walked in. Couples massages are available if you’re planning a romantic getaway. After your massage, enjoy the lovely accommodations and spectacular coastal view.

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DANA POINT ACNE LAB & SKINCARE STUDIO

Ocean Blown Salon 34700 Pacific Coast Highway, Suit, 109, 949.291.9508

Customers love this salon, as it has a great view of the ocean and its stylists know just how to make their clients look fabulous for any occasion.

2020 Winners: Gold: The District Hair Salon; Silver: Salon Revelation

BEST BARBERSHOP GOLDEN LANTERN

The Den Barber Shop & Shave Parlor 24901 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.218.5455, thedeninlaguna.com

Winner of its second consecutive Golden Lantern in this category, The Den is a strictly old-fashioned barber shop offering classic men’s cuts and shaves. “Nothing fancy, but we’re sticking with the old tradition of barbering—hot towel shaves, beard trims, classic style haircuts,” explains owner Brandon Ferguson. And The Den employs a skilled crew of barbers who love what they do. They particularly love to be part of the community, taking care of everyone who walks in the door and making sure they’re fantastic when they walk out.

BEST SPA FOR FACIALS GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Acne Lab & Skincare Studio 24672 San uan venue, Suite 104, 949.573.4949, danapointacnelab.com

Winner of its fourth consecutive Golden Lantern in this category, Dana Point Acne Lab & Skincare Studio continues to keep the faces and skin of Dana Point fresh and clear.

Owner and acne specialist Sharon Loconsolo has been licensed in skin care for more than 20 years, and her dedication to the service has not

waned. Loconsolo offers what she calls “foundational skin care,” which means the basics to get your skin in top condition. She encourages customers to love the skin they have and make it the best it can be.

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Artistic Volume Lashes 34192 iolet Lantern, 3 949.573.1023 artisticvolumelashes.com

Artistic Volume Lashes prides itself on the high quality of the skin care lines it brings to the spa to keep clients glowing and refreshed.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Acne Lab & Skincare Studio; Silver: White Lotus Day Spa

MONARCH BAY OPTOMETRY

24582 Del Prado venue, Suite , 949.496.2977, whitelotusdayspa.com

Full-body, deep-tissue, and stone massages are available. Whatever your preference, White Lotus Day Spa will have you feeling refreshed.

2020 Winners: Gold: White Lotus Day Spa; Silver: Dana Point Bodycentre

BEST MEDICAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDER GOLDEN LANTERN

Monarch Bay Optometry 32932 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 13, onarch Bay Pla a, 949.487.3937, monarchbayoptometry.com

Monarch Bay Optometry is the place to go for patients hoping to receive quality eye treatment and care, and are interested in seeing what’s new in the world of optometry. Dr. Irene LinDilorinzo opened the office in 2004, and her team of optometrists, including Dr. Kris Kobayashi, have several decades of experience between them.

“We try to provide the best possible patient experience,” Kobayashi says.

“I always want patients leaving my office knowing something they didn’t know they needed to.”

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MemorialCare Medical Group

The Kings Club Barbershop

Dr. Shilpa Gaikwad, MD

34085 La Pla a, 949.496.4644, instagram.com ingsclubbarbershop

34052 La Pla a, nit 105, 949.276.6499, memorialcare.org

Offering the classic American barbershop experience in Dana Point since the mid-1960s, The Kings Club boasts a no-nonsense, straightforward approach when it comes to haircuts.

Board-certified in family medicine and specializing in primary care, Dr. Gaikwad uses her position in the medical group to provide patients access to more fully integrated care.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Den Barber Shop & Shave Parlor; Silver: The Kings Club Barbershop

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White Lotus Day Spa

2020 Winners: Gold: Dr Larry Snyder D a i Crest Medical Group; Silver: MemorialCare Medical Group

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est in their patients’ lives and years of dedicated, top-notch service.

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Dr. Garrett Rubio, DDS 24861 Del Prado venue, 949.661.6255, garrettrubiodds.com

Dr. Garrett Rubio and his staff have created a family atmosphere with comfortable, patient-centered and quality care for the teeth of the community.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Dental: Dr. Lilian Cifarelli DDS; and Dr mir Lari ani DDS; Silver: Dr Garrett Ru io DDS

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

BEST AESTHETIC SERVICE PROVIDER

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RIVIERA LASER STUDIO

Riviera Laser Studio 34189 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 201, 949.370.3177, rivieralaser.com

Winner of the Golden Lantern for the fourth consecutive year in this category, Riviera Laser Studio continues to excel in Dana Point for its high-quality facial restoration services. Dr. Jeannine Kofford and her team of extensively experienced physicians provide their clients with natural-looking and long-lasting results. Dr. Kofford and the team also make trips to Africa, Asia and South American to donate time to children and families in need of medical skin care.

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Coast Medical Aesthetics 24981 Dana Point Harbor Dr. 949.493.1900 coastmedical.net

Coast Medical Aesthetics provides alternative, non-invasive options to enhance features, reverse aging or whatever aesthetic concern the patient wishes to address with available treatments.

34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 114, 949.356.0556, ne usfamilychiropractic.com

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pain or numbness in their body after sessions at Xu’s Chinese Healing.

2020 Winners: Gold: a i Silver: odern upun ture

Pacific Acupuncture Center 34700 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 308, 949.489.1911, pacificacupuncture.com

Pacific Acupuncture Center utilizes traditional Chinese acupuncture techniques. Its acupuncture services can help treat a variety of conditions, from depression to lower-back pain.

Customer reviews touch on the staff’s friendliness, the quality of the center’s acupuncture services, and the care shown to patients who come in looking for help. Treatment rooms have a calming vibe, ensuring you’ll have the best experience seeking help for whatever your needs and ailments are.

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Xu’s Chinese Healing 24692 Del Prado venue, 949.493.0962

2020 Winners: Gold: Riviera Laser Studio; Silver: Dana oint ne La S in are Studio

Nexus Family Chiropractic

The customer reviews are in, and many patients leave no longer feeling

upun ture Center;

BEST DENTAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDER GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Dental Dr. Lilian Cifarelli, DDS; Dr. Amir Larijani, DDS 34080 Golden Lantern, Suite 201, 949.661.5841, danapointdental.com

Led by Dr. Lilian Cifarelli and Dr. Amir Larijani, who have both practiced dentistry in Orange County for well over 20 years, Dana Point Dental continues to shine the smiles of South Orange County. Dana Point Dental offers sincere, genuine and uncompromising care for its patients and their pearly whites. The team has earned the trust and loyalty of the community through their true inter-

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Winner of its third consecutive Golden Lantern in this category, Nexus Family Chiropractic believes that everyone should take an active role in their own health and well-being to allow them to do the things they are passionate about for life. The chiropractic group has three core values of health, happiness, and productivity, and they offer family, children, and perinatal services. From the beginning of the consultation process, Nexus doctors will work with you to create an individualized plan to help achieve your goals.

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Ocean Ranch Chiropractic 32585 Golden Lantern, Suite H, 949.584.5000, oceanranchchiropractic.com

Led by Dr. James Slusher and Dr. Steven Dunbar, Ocean Ranch specializes in several different pain areas and can help you find relief.

2020 Winners: Gold: e us amily Chiropra ti ; Silver: ean Ran h Chiropra ti

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BEST GROUP WORKOUT

BEST PILATES STUDIO

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iHeartYoga 34485 Golden Lantern, 949.577.6634, iheartyoga.org

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Studio A Pilates & Yoga

STUDIO A PILATES & YOGA

24849 Del Prado venue, 949.218.0233, studioapilates.yoga

Reclaiming the Golden Lantern in Dana Point group workouts, iHeartYoga provides some of the greatest workout services around, and it can also offer one of the most unique settings in group workouts.

Along with a full schedule of classes in its Dana Point Harbor studio, iHeartYoga also offers large outdoor group classes at Lantern Bay Park.

With the fresh air, sea breeze and gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean, the classes can’t be beat.

Looking for a path toward a more mindful self? Then look no further than Studio A Pilates & Yoga, the perennial winner of this category in Dana Point. Studio A remains at the top because of the experience it provides in its sunny studio. Studio A creates an inviting space with clean lines and calming tones and textures. Clients can strengthen their body, mind and spirit with a challenge of functional and integrated methods of movement.

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CrossFit Dana Point

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Club Pilates

34198 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.342.5139, crossfitdanapoint.com

true to the art of Wing Chun—a type of Kung-Fu that Bruce Lee practiced—that allows students (both kids and adults) to learn practical handto-hand combat and close-quarter fighting skills. “We practice self-defense, so we don’t use gloves or things like that, because you’re not going to have time to put those on when it matters, so that’s what we’re training for,” Williss says.

CrossFit Dana Point offers high-intensity workouts that breed a strong sense of community and can be accessed by beginners and seasoned CrossFit veterans.

2020 Winners: Gold: F45 Training Dana Point; Silver: iHeartYoga

BEST GYM

THE DRAGON INSTITUTE

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Fitness Together 34255 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 107, 949.488.0005, fitnesstogether.com

Fitness Together specializes in customized, personal training programmed for each and every one of its clients, and caters workouts around every person’s fitness goals.

“And all of our workouts are conducted one-on-one in private workouts,” explains studio owner Kyle Radomski. In addition to the personalized training sessions, Fitness Together evaluates clients’ results through checkpoints every eight weeks, and gives guidance on what to do outside of the studio when it comes to healthy habits and behaviors.

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BEST MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO

Peaceful Warrior Fitness 34207 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.291.1283, peacefulwarriorfitness.com

GOLDEN LANTERN

The Dragon Institute 34241 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 105, 949.542.8470, dragoninst.com

A perennial Golden Lantern winner in this category, Adam Williss’ martial arts studio The Dragon Institute stays

Not just your typical gym, this boutique fitness studio offers martial arts classes including kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsu, for adults and kids.

2020 Winners: Gold: The Dragon Institute; Silver: Peaceful Warrior Fitness

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Clients can discover their way to a more satisfying physical existence with Club Pilates. The national chain provides classes for all ages and fitness levels.

2020 Winners: Gold: Studio A Pilates & Yoga; Silver: True Pilates OC

BEST YOGA STUDIO GOLDEN LANTERN

iHeartYoga 34485 Golden Lantern, 949.577.6634, iheartyoga.org

The perennial leader in yoga classes in Dana Point, iHeartYoga is on top again because of its commitment to quality and its members. There are five different types of classes available at its Dana Point Harbor studio, ranging in physicality from the all-levels Yin yoga classes to the high-energy cardio sculpt. There is also a warm vinyasa class if you’re looking to heat up. You can also join the 70- to 100-member outdoor classes at Lantern Bay Park.

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Peaceful Warrior Fitness

Studio A Pilates & Yoga

34207 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.291.1283, peacefulwarriorfitness.com

24849 Del Prado venue, 949.218.0233, studioapilates.yoga

Peaceful Warrior Fitness focuses on clients’ needs, bodies and lifestyles, helping them make the necessary adjustments to get them the results they desire.

Studio A Pilates & Yoga offers a space for mindful movement and holistic wellness. There are a wide range of classes to fit your needs.

2020 Winners: Gold: F45 Training Dana Point; Silver: Fitness Together

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BEST VETERINARIAN GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Animal Hospital 32545 Golden Lantern, Suite D, 949.493.1370, danapointanimalhospital.com

Bring your furry friend to Dana Point Animal Hospital for a wellness check, to be spayed or neutered, or for pet vaccinations. The team of respected community veterinarians offers other services such as animal dentistry and micro-chipping. Staff can also help prevent your pet from getting fleas, ticks, and other parasites. Some customers have been with them for more than a decade and appreciate the care shown to their animals along the way.

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Dana Niguel Banfield Pet Hospital 34249 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.661.6375

Pet owners appreciate the efficient care, attentiveness and exceptional skill shown by the staff when they bring their animals in to Banfield for care.

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BEST JEWELER GOLDEN LANTERN

BEST MUSIC SCHOOL

store itself. Lessons are offered in a wide variety of musical styles, from classical and pop to rock and jazz.

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Jean-Jacques Mamie

Danman’s Music School

Jean-Jacques Mamie Fine Jewelry, 1 Monarch Beach Resort N, 949.240.2226; Swiss Connection, 32565 Golden Lantern, Suite A, 949.488.0900; jeanjacquesmamie.com

24699 Del Prado Avenue, 949.496.6556, danmans.com

Owner Jean-Jacques Mamie is a Swiss-trained watchmaker and GIA graduate gemologist, and store manager Jeremy Cisneros is also a GIA graduate gemologist and graduate jeweler. The selection at Jean-Jacques Mamie is tasteful and eye-catching. Any selection you make is sure to complement your wardrobe in a classy and elegant way—be it earrings, rings, or watches.

Check them out to find the perfect accessory for your date night or weekend out and about.

Danman’s Music School has been bringing arts to the people of Dana Point since 1987. Founder Dan Lefler leads a staff of more than 20 music teachers and operates the storefront in the heart of the Lantern District.

The shop provides eight private teaching studios along with a ProTools recording studio and the music

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Kenny’s Music Store 24731 La Plaza, 949.661.3984, kennysmusicstore.com

Kenny’s Music Store is another Dana Point staple. The full-service music store promotes the musical arts with top-notch, friendly, family-style service at affordable prices.

2020 Winners: Gold: Danman’s Music School; Silver: Kenny’s Music Store

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana iguel Ban eld et Hospital; Silver: Golden Lantern Animal Hospital

BEST GROOMING/ PET CARE GOLDEN LANTERN

OC Grooming & Pet Spa, Dana Point 34102 La Plaza, Suite B, 949.429.7297, ocgrooming.com

The dogs and cats of South Orange County continue to be in good hands with the services of OC Grooming & Pet Spa, a perennial Golden Lantern winner in Dana Point. With more than 15 years of experience and loyalty built up with local customers, OC Grooming & Pet Spa has expanded to four locations throughout South County, but the Dana Point location remains its flagship. OC Grooming & Pet Spa offers full bath and haircut services, as well as nails and pampering.

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JEAN-JACQUES MAMIE

Harbor Jeweler

DawgyStyle Groom Shop

34515 Golden Lantern, 949.276.2424, harborjeweler.com

34085 Pacific Coast Highway, nit 112, 949.496.3315, mydawgystyle.com

Customer reviews point out Harbor Jeweler’s sense of class when it comes to the rings and other accessories it offers, as well as its professionalism.

With services tailored specifically to dogs, DawgyStyle Groom Shop can give your furry friend the full package of haircut, wash, nails, brush-out and the works.

2020 Winners: Gold: Jean-Jacques Mamie; Silver: Harbor Jeweler

2020 Winners: Gold: OC Grooming & Pet Spa, Dana Point; Silver: DawgyStyle Groom Shop

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BEST DRY CLEANER GOLDEN LANTERN

Raymar Cleaners 34085 La Pla a, 949.496.2640, raymarcleaners.com

Raymar Cleaners doesn’t just clean clothes, it wants them to feel like new again. “We check every single piece of clothing for spots or something like a missing button and try our best to fix it,” co-owner Amy Chung says.

Having years of experience cleaning and altering clothes, there’s rarely a spot that is a match for co-owner Steve Chung and his detailed eye.

Ann also builds long-lasting friendships with customers, which is “what keeps us going.”

SILVER LANTERN

Sunny Fresh Cleaners 24040 Camino Del vion, Suite , 949.240.9787, sunnyfreshcleanersdanapoint.com

Since opening, Sunny Fresh has maintained its promise to take care of customers’ clothes by using quality products that prevent bad odors and protect materials.

2020 Winners: Gold: Raymar Cleaners; Silver: Sunny Fresh Cleaners

BEST YACHT/BOAT MAINTENANCE REPAIR GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Shipyard 34671 Puerto Place, 949.661.1313 danapoint shipyard.com

With nearly 50 years of service to the boaters of Dana Point Harbor, the Dana Point Shipyard reclaims the top spot as the best yacht and boat maintenance repair business in Dana Point. Since its origins in the ’60s in Newport Beach to its opening in Dana Point in the ’70s, Dana Point Shipyard remains family-owned-and-operated by brothers Steve and Jason Morris, and it remains committed to hard work and customer satisfaction.

GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Auto Service 34342 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.496.1086, danapointautoservice.weebly.com

Dana Point Auto Service has been getting the vehicles of South Orange County rolling back out onto Pacific Coast Highway with 53 years of spectacular service. Serving customers since 1969, Richard Deffenbaugh’s Dana Point Auto Service has a team of highly trained and certified technicians who can diagnose and repair nearly any vehicle problem brought into the shop. It offers bumper-tobumper service repairs, as well as oil changes, smog checks and the rest.

SILVER LANTERN

Nauti Boat Services

Performance Haus Volkswagen

34145 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 504, 949.415.8336, nautiboatservice.com

34112 Pacific Coast Highway 949.493.3571 performancehausvw.com

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Nauti Boat Services is family-owned-and-operated with service in Dana Point since the ’70s. The business distinguishes itself with concierge-style service.

2020 Winners: Gold: Nauti Boat Services; Silver: (TIE) Aqua Tech Yacht Management & Services, a i dge arine

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Performance Haus Volkswagen specializes in factory-scheduled maintenance and repair for Honda, Acura, Lexus, Toyota and Volkswagen. The knowledgeable staff provides superb repairs and customer service.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Auto Service; Silver: Rubens Imports

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BEST LAUNDROMAT GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Laundromat 24522 Del Prado ve. 949.500.5893

Customers appreciate the clean laundromat facility and fantastic machines that keep their clothes clean and fresh. Under new management, the store has revamped its equipment and installed new machines. What hasn’t changed is its excellent customer service.

Dana Point Laundromat’s cleaning capabilities are versatile—wash/dry/ fold, dry cleaning and fluff services are available.

SILVER LANTERN

Barnett Coin Laundry & Wash and Fold Laundry Service 34320 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.427.8889, barnettcoinlaundry.com

With 56 machines and a recently remodeled laundromat, Barnett Coin Laundry can handle your laundry loads. Customers appreciate the affordable prices and friendly staff.

2020 Winners: Gold: Barnett Coin Laundry & Wash and Fold Laundry Service; Silver: Surf Cycle Laundromat & Laundry Service

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BEST BANKING INSTITUTION GOLDEN LANTERN

Bank of America 24801 Del Prado Avenue, 949.487.4262, bankofamerica.com

BEST LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group P.O. Bo 471, Dana Point, C 92629, 949.373.5375, danapoint5thmarines.com

Aiming to aid veteran and active-duty Marine families, the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group—a

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perennial Golden Lantern winner in this category—has recently collected toys to give to families at Christmastime. It’s also held trunk-or-treat events for families during Halloween.

Donated funds go back to helping others. It also puts together care boxes for service members and arranges summer-camp scholarships for Marine children. This all-volunteer group is ready to support those who defend this country, as well as their families.

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Stand Up to Trash standuptotrash.com

Stand Up to Trash hosts beach cleanup days, and loves providing a place for people to do good in the community and for the oceans, says founder Vicki Patterson.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group; Silver: Lantern Village Association

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Bank of America’s team of professionals provides people, companies and institutional investors with the financial products and services they need to help them achieve their financial goals along every stage of their lives. Dana Point’s Bank of America branch has maintained the trust of the community for its banking needs by continuing to make good on its promise of helping make the financial lives of its clients better through responsible growth.

SILVER LANTERN

Chase Bank 34155 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite , 949.538.4160 5 onarch Bay Pl , 949.248.5160; chase.com

With robust online and mobile banking platforms and two locations in Dana Point, Chase Bank offers a variety of services befitting one of the nation’s top banking institutions.

2020 Winners: Gold: a i Ban of meri a

estern Ban ; Silver:

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WHAT A DISH CAFÉ & CATERING

KILLER DANA SURF SHOP

LAW OFFICE OF JAN A. MEYER

BEST CATERING GOLDEN LANTERN

BEST LAW FIRM

BEST PEST CONTROL

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What a Dish Café & Catering

Law Office of Jan A. Meyer

24921 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Suite B100, 949.276.4884, whatadishoc.com

32776 Sail Way, 949.607.9412, danapointwills.com

What a Dish Café & Catering has been in business for 31 years and has been a part of the Dana Point community for 21 years. The business began as a bakery and expanded into catering.

What a Dish serves top-of-the-line, local, farm-fresh ingredients. The staff works with their customers to create a menu that fits their event, from rehearsal dinners to birthdays.

And it offers its location, which serves 125 people, free of charge to customers.

Winner of their second consecutive Golden Lantern in this category, Jan Meyer and her office staff strive to provide a friendly, family-focused practice in which clients are comfortable, their estate planning needs are met, and their information is secure. “It’s how we have structured this experience” that sets the office apart from others, Meyer explains.

Understanding that estate planning can be very serious and emotionally heavy for clients, Meyer finds ways to inject a bit of levity and fun into the experience so they’re pleased with the service.

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Pacific Thyme Catering & Events 24050 Camino Del Avion, Suite B, 949.547.3939, pacificthymecatering.com

Pacific Thyme Catering offers full-service catering for private parties, corporate events, picnics and social gatherings. It also offers formal dining, drop-off catering and event planning.

2020 Winners: Gold: a i Thyme Catering vents; Silver: hat a Dish Café Catering

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SILVER LANTERN

Rosen Law Offices 34118 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 5, 949.335.0020, snrosenlaw.com

The staff at Rosen Law Offices is dedicated to serving the community through its legal services, as well as supporting local organizations and leading many charitable efforts.

2020 Winners: Gold: Rosen La e of Jan eyer

es; Silver: La

GOLDEN LANTERN

Hart’s Extermination Company 34145 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 646, 866.763.2978, hartsextermination.com

“The main thing is, we’re just a momand-pop place, so if you like doing work with a small company and a company that is local, then I think we can take care of you,” explains owner Mark Hart. Hart’s Extermination also treats clients as people with names and faces instead of just account numbers, like bigger companies might do. Hart says that the family-owned-and-operated business is competitively priced and always honest.

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Skyline Pest Control 60 Maxwell, Irvine, 949.679.0701, s ylinepestcontrol.net

Serving Orange County, as well as across Southern California, since 2003, Skyline Pest Control has received plenty of positive testimonials and provides both commercial and residential services.

BEST SURFBOARD DING REPAIR GOLDEN LANTERN

Killer Dana Surf Shop 24621 Del Prado Avenue, 949.489.8380; 34467 Golden Lantern, 949.503.1186, kdsurfshop.com

The shop facilitates the surfboard repair process by referring its customers to Dave “Hippy” Stephan, a local repairman and former surfer.

“We take the boards in for people, and we have paperwork that they fill out. What we do is we have ‘Hippy’ call them directly so that he can communicate with them, build his own relationship with them.

He does really good work, and he’s really (fairly) priced, and he’s a good human,” co-owner Mike Foster says.

SILVER LANTERN

Infinity Surfboards 24382 Del Prado Ave, 949.661.6699, infinitysurf.com

Infinity’s history of decades of work in crafting a wide variety of surfboards for the public has made it uniquely qualified to repair dings.

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BEST PLACE TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWNERS Dana Point Harbor 34571 Golden Lantern Street, 949.496.6137, danapointharbor.com

25135 Par Lantern, 949.661.5000, marriott.com

Family and friends visiting Dana Point will certainly appreciate you taking them to the harbor, where everyone can admire the boats, dine out to enjoy spectacular views, or even just relax by the water. During the winter holidays, Dana Point Harbor gets into the festive season with decorations and lights for everyone’s enjoyment, and during the summer months, the paths along the boat docks are great places to walk while soaking up the sunshine.

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Westwind Sailing 34451 nsenada Place, 949.492.3035, westwindsailing.com

Winner of its third consecutive Golden Lantern in this category, Westwind Sailing has camps and classes for kids ages 6–17. “We teach safe boating education in all our programs. We go on the water every day, weather and conditions dependent,” says Executive Director Diane Wenzel. Westwind Sailing partners with the Dana Point Aquatic Foundation to provide camp scholarships to kids enrolled in the local Boys & Girls Clubs, kids on the free or reduced school lunch program, or kids enrolled in CA Healthy Families.

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Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.496.2274, oceaninstitute.org

24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.577.8403, dolphinsafari.com

The Ritz-Carlton offers amazing beach and ocean views, a hotel bar and several top-notch restaurants, relaxing rooms, a family-friendly atmosphere, as well as large suites and romantic vibes.

1 it Carlton Drive, 949.240.2000, rit carlton.com

2020 Winners: Gold: Laguna Cliffs arriott Resort Spa; Silver: The Rit Carlton Laguna iguel

GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Strand Beach Access from Strand Vista Park on Selva Road

Commonly known as “Strands,” Dana Strand Beach is popular among local surfers who come to catch the surf break that sits in a small cove between the point of the headland and Salt Creek Beach. Strands is open to the public and located at the base of a gated housing community. Visitors looking to get to the shore can do so by taking the zigzagging walkway or the funicular, or tram, at the north end of the parking lot.

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Salt Creek Beach 33333 S. Pacific Coast Highway, 949.923.2280, ocparks.com

Ocean Institute’s summer camp is a fun event for kids, who get a chance to learn about ocean habitats and the creatures living in them.

Experienced surfers frequent these shores at the north end of town, while other visitors enjoy the real estate for sunbathing, basketball, long walks and picnics.

2020 Winners: Gold: Westwind Sailing; Silver: Ocean Institute

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Strand Beach; Silver: Salt Creek Beach

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Harbor; Silver: Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari

BEST BEACH

Visitors (and locals) are sure to have a great experience when they stay at the luxurious, 4-Star Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa. The proximity to the ocean is complemented by the welcoming staff, who are ready to provide restaurant recommendations. People who’ve stayed here note the clean rooms and cozy atmosphere, and also appreciate the sheer beauty of the property that boasts ocean views and is within walking distance to the Dana Point Harbor.

Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari While you’re at the harbor, you should catch an excursion on the water with Captain Dave’s so your guests can spot Dana Point’s most famous attractions: whales and dolphins.

WESTWIND SAILING

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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa

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BEST SURF BREAK GOLDEN LANTERN

Salt Creek Beach 33333 S. Pacific Coast Highway, 949.923.2280, ocpar s.com

For decades, the most experienced surfers have come to get barreled at this legendary surf spot, while photographers have used the site as a scenic backdrop for some compelling action shots. Salt Creek’s waves are both fun and challenging, which is why surfers and bodyboarders continue to flock here to test their mettle. The beach can be accessed from Pacific Coast Highway and Ritz Carlton Drive, where there’s a metered parking lot.

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Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.496.6171, par s.ca.gov

This iconic surf destination is frequented by both seasoned surfers and those new to the sport, as the gentle surf break offers loads of fun for everyone.

all the beauty and wonder that Dana Point can provide, it’s Lantern Bay Park, winner of its fourth consecutive Golden Lantern in this category. The large, mostly flat grassy park offers sweeping views of Dana Point Harbor, Doheny Beach, Capistrano Beach and the greater blue expanse of the Pacific Ocean. There are also plenty of pine trees for a slice of shade to take in a pleasant afternoon or enjoy a picnic with gorgeous views.

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Heritage Park 34400 Old Golden Lantern, 949.248.3557, danapoint.org

Heritage Park is a perfect spot to enjoy a walk with a view. Take in Dana Point Harbor and the Pacific Ocean at this grassy park.

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2020 Winners: Gold: Lantern Bay Park; Silver: Heritage Park

a very active boating community that we support,” says Molly Dearing, the club’s current commodore.

BEST YACHT CLUB GOLDEN LANTERN

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Dana West Yacht Club 24601 Dana Drive, 949.661.1185, dwyc.org

2020 Winners: Gold: Salt Creek Beach; Silver: Salt Creek Beach

BEST PARK GOLDEN LANTERN

Lantern Bay Park 25111 Par Lantern, 949.248.3557, danapoint.org

If you’re looking for a spot to take in

Dana West Yacht Club is a 500-member-strong community in which everyone is treated like family and supportive of one another. In addition to running a full-service restaurant and bar for its members, Dana West also offers plenty of social programs, monthly parties and other activities around boating for members and their guests to enjoy. “It’s definitely a great environment to be in; we have

Dana Point Yacht Club

2020 Winners: New Category

24399 Dana Drive, 949.496.2900, dpyc.org

BEST HARBOR RECREATION/ EXCURSION

The Dana Point Yacht Club is a vibrant part of the Southern California yachting community that embraces sportsmanship, racing excellence and ocean conservation, among other attributes.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana Point Yacht Club; Silver: Dana West Yacht Club

BEST LOCAL ANNUAL EVENT GOLDEN LANTERN

Dana Point Turkey Trot 34183 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite , 949.496.1555, tur eytrot.com

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DANA WEST YACHT CLUB

The Turkey Trot is well known around Southern California and nationally as an event for experienced runners, rookies, and families to spend a few hours exercising in the crisp fall weather to support local nonprofits. In 2021, 9,000 runners participated in this annual Thanksgiving Day event, highlighting the importance that this event has established around the Thanksgiving holiday. If you compete, expect a race T-shirt and a (mostly) guilt-free holiday meal after your run.

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Dana Point Harbor Fiesta Boat Parade of Lights DANA WHARF SPORTFISHING & WHALE WATCHING

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34571 Golden Lantern Street, 949.496.6137, danapointharbor.com

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Orange County Sunset Wine Cruise, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching 34675 Golden Lantern, 888.224.0603, danawharf.com

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching offers a 90-minute evening cruise aboard a luxury catamaran on Fridays and Sundays. This special cruise is limited to a select number of passengers. Offered year-round, the cruise has a wine host; four wine tastings from The Organic Wine Cellar or special event wineries such as Frisby Cellars; breathtaking, 360-degree views; and a delicious selection of cheeses, crackers, and fruits to pair with the exclusive wines. It’s a whole lot of fun.

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Westwind Sailing 34451 nsenada Place, 949.492.3035, westwindsailing.com

Westwind Sailing offers stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking if you’re in a water day mood. Dockside instruction, board/kayak use, and lifejackets are included with your service purchase.

2020 Winners: Gold: Dana harf Sport shing hale at hing; Silver: Captain Dave’s Dolphin Whale Watching Safari

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BEST VENUE FOR LIVE MUSIC GOLDEN LANTERN

Stillwater Spirits & Sounds 24701 Del Prado Avenue, 949.661.6003, danapointstillwater.com

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BEST WEDDING/ SPECIAL EVENT VENUE GOLDEN LANTERN

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa 25135 Park Lantern, 949.661.5000, marriott.com

If you want to celebrate your special wedding day on the coast or have another big celebration you want to recognize in a charming environment, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort

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& Spa is a sure bet. The spacious outdoor accommodations and amenities ensure there’s ample room for your family and friends, and your special event will be decorated according to your desires. Some who have been married at Laguna Cliffs have called it a “perfect venue” for the occasion.

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Hennessey’s Tavern 34111 La Plaza, 949.488.0121, hennesseystavern.com

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Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.496.2274, oceaninstitute.org

With a distinctive courtyard and ocean views, Ocean Institute is an

One particular benefit of the world reopening is the live music scene, and no place in Dana Point is as lively for a good show as StillWater Spirits & Sounds. Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, there is usually a live show playing at StillWater that gets its patrons rocking. Bands and artists of all genres, including plenty of local favorites and popular cover bands, find their way to the stage at StillWater.

ideal spot to create a perfect and lasting memory for a wedding or other big celebration.

2020 Winners: Gold: Ocean Institute; Silver: Laguna Cliffs arriott Resort Spa

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Good beer, good food and good music make the open dance floor at Hennessey’s Tavern the place to be for a night out in Dana Point.

2020 Winners: Gold: Stillwater Spirits & Sounds; Silver: Hennessey’s Tavern

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A’s Burgers A+ Nail & Spa Advanced Dermatology Age Well Senior Services Agostino’s by the Sea Albertsons Aqua Tech Yacht Services Art of Inner Peace Art Sea Artistic Volume Lashes As Designed Wellness AVEO Table + Bar at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club Aventura Sailing Association

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Baby Beach Bad Brow Co. Bank of America Bare Bottoms Boat Cleaning Barnett Coin Laundry & Wash and Fold Laundry Service Baskin-Robbins Beach Harbor Pizza Beach Hut Deli Beachside Animal Hospital Bear Coast Coffee Beaushe Salon Bella Bazaar Bella Terrace Nails Salon Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Beauty Boss & Co. BevMo! Big 5 Sporting Goods Blue Dolphin Restaurant & Billiards Blue Lantern Inn Presented by Dana Point Times

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Dr. Bob Sears, MD Bonjour Café & Bistro Bourbon Steak Orange County at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club Brio Tuscany Grille Broken Blades Barbershop Browne’s Flowers Buena Vista Market

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Café Del Sol Cali Costa Restaurant & Cantina California Bank & Trust California Wine Festival Camellia Boutique Capistrano Beach Park Capistrano Beach Post Office Capistrano Surfside Inn Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari Cardboard Classic “Dinghy Dash” Carl’s Jr. Carlos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina Carmelita’s Taqueria & Grill Casanova Ristorante Catalina Express Chart House Chase Bank Chick’s Plumbing City of Dana Point Classic Act Studios Club Pilates Coast Medical Aesthetics Coastal Chiropractic Coastal Kitchen Correct Choice Dental Group Craft House Creekside Park CrossFit Dana Point Crown Cleaners Crown Pacific Dental Arts Curlew Charters Inc. Cycleogical

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Dana Cosmo Dental Dana Kai Dana Niguel Banfield Pet Hospital Dana Niguel Dental Dana Point Acne Lab & Skincare Studio Dana Point Animal Hospital Dana Point Aquatic Foundation Dana Point Auto Service Dana Point Bodycentre Dana Point Chamber of Commerce Dana Point Classic Car Show Dana Point Cleaners Dana Point Community Center Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group Dana Point Dental Dana Point Dermatology Dana Point Dry Cleaners Dana Point Endodontics (Daniel J. Boehne DDS) Dana Point Farmers Market Dana Point Festival of Whales Dana Point Free Concerts in the Park Dana Point Harbor Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights Dana Point Harbor Hoot Dana Point Hardware Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area Dana Point Historical Society Dana Point Holiday at the Harbor Dana Point Jewelers Dana Point Laundromat Dana Point Marina Inn Dana Point Marine Solutions Dana Point Interpretive Center Dana Point Nursery danapointtimes.com

Dana Point Parasailing Dana Point Shipyard Dana Point Smiles Dana Point Sunset Wine Cruises Dana Point Symphony Dana Point Tattoo Dana Point Tide Pools Dana Point Turkey Trot Dana Point Veterans Day Service Dana Point Water Wars Dana Point Yacht Club Dana Point Yacht Club Youth Sailing Dana Point Yacht Maintenance Dana West Yacht Club Dana West Yacht Club Charity Regatta Benefiting American Cancer Society Dana West Youth Sailing Camp Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Woods Park Danman’s Music School DawgyStyle Groom Shop debbydowling.com Del Taco Denny’s DermFx Dana Point Diefer Law Group, P.C. Dip Nail Bar Dippity Donuts Doheny Builders Supply Doheny Electric Bike Doheny State Beach Doheny State Junior Lifeguards Dollar Tree Domino’s Pizza DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Doheny Beach

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Eco Elegance Salon Eco Organic Nail Boutique Eden Vegan Restaurant El Pollo Loco El Torito Mexican Restaurant Elaine LaVine- State Farm Insurance Agent Elite Cleaners English Rose Beauty Studio Estrella Veterinary Hospital Everyday Relaxation Massage EZ Green Bikes

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F45 Training Feed Barn Fitness Together Flippin’ Pizza Friends of the Dana Point Headlands Frisby Cellars

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Ganahl Lumber Dr. Garrett Rubio, DDS Gelson’s Markets Gemmell’s Restaurant Presented by Dana Point Times

Gem’s N’ Loans Gen Kai Sushi Get My Point Girl in the Curl Surf Camp Girl in the Curl Surf Shop Glasspar Golden Galleon Boutique Good Choice Sushi by the Sea Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Dana Point GritCycle Monarch Beach

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Harbor Boat Rentals Harbor House Café Harbor Jeweler Harpoon Henry’s Seafood Restaurant Hart’s Extermination Co. Hennessey’s Tavern Heritage Park HiveXO Hobie Surf Shop Hogan’s Bait & Tackle Howard Neufeld Attorney at Law

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Ichibiri Japanese Restaurant iHeartYoga iHeartYoga in the Park I Love Bagels Infinity Surfboards It’s All About the Cake

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Jack’s Restaurant & Bar Jack’s Surfboards JC Beans Coffee House Jean-Jacques Mamie Fine Jewelry Jeddy’s Upholstery & Interior Dr. Jeffrey Briney, DDS Jersey Mike’s Subs Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern Jon’s Fish Market Just Like Me Foundation

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Kamea Poke Kawamata Seafood Dr. Kelly McDonough, DDS Kelly’s Hair Studio Kenny’s Music Store KG Beach Camps Kidcreate Studio- Dana Point Kids’ Summer Fishing Camp, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Killer Beauty Killer Dana Surf Shop

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La Barra by Lupes Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa Laguna Dana Urgent Care Lantern Bay Park Lantern District Lantern Village

Association Dr. Larry Snyder, MD Las Golondrinas Mexican Food Lash Up Lashed Up, LLC Laurens Dapper Dog S’paw Law Office of Jan A. Meyer Lighthouse Thrift Store Lil’ Skipper Snack Shack Grab & Go Grub Lingerie Paradis Lucich Chiropractic Luciana’s Ristorante Luna Grill Lupe’s Mexican Eatery Luxe Restaurant and World Famous Martini Bar

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Magical Shears Hair Salon Maison Café + Market Dr. Mark Montgomery, DDS Dr. Martin Geoffreys, DC Maki Yaki Japanese Restaurant Mariners 936 Sea Scouts Maritime Festival, Ocean Institute McDonald’s Meesh Boutique MemorialCare Medical Group Mermade Market Millie/Coastal Accents Modern Acupuncture Monarch Bay Beach Club Monarch Bay Monarch Point Monarch Bay Cleaners Monarch Bay Optometry Monarch Beach Market Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club Moulin

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Nauti Boat Services Nails Lounge by the Sea Nexus Family Chiropractic Nguyen Family Orthodontics Niguel Coast Oral & Facial Surgery Nikki’s Café

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OC Grooming & Pet Spa, Dana Point OC Happy Tails Dog Grooming Dana Point OC Junior Lifeguards OC Outboards OC Sailing and Events Center Ocean Blown Salon Ocean Canvas Co. Ocean Institute Ocean Institute Jazz Festival Ocean Institute/ Laurena G. Chambers Gallery Book & Gift Store

Ocean Institute Summer Camp Ocean Institute Tide Pool Walks Ocean Ranch Dental Ocean Ranch Chiropractic Ohana Festival Olamendi’s Mexican Restaurant Old Town Garage Orangetheory Fitness Dana Point Organic Tree Juice Bar Organic Nails Lounge Our Little Shoppe Our Spare Changes, Mermade Market Outbound Yacht Service OverVue Lounge and Deck, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa

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Pacific Acupuncture Center Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala Pacific Coast Naturopathic Health Pacific Crest Medical Group Pacific Edge Marine Pacific Thyme Catering & Events Pacific Western Bank Palestra Gym Palisades Gazebo Park Paradis Ice Cream Paradise Nails Parallel Pizzeria PCH Acupressure PCH Chiropractic Peaceful Warrior Wellness Pedego Electric Bikes Peking Dragon Restaurant Pepi’s Sports Bar & Grill Performance Haus Volkswagen Perspire Sauna Studio Pet Project Foundation Piazza Wellness Center Pilates on the Point Pines Park Planet Beauty Posh Nails Prado West Primi Donuts Pro Nail Project Social Proud Mary’s Providence ExpressCare, Dana Point Pure Sweet Skincare Pure Watersports

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Rad Beer & Kitchen Ralphs Raya at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Raymar Cleaners REDO Vintage & Maker’s Market Reptiles Reptropolis Revital Exotic Jewelry & Apparel Rip Curl Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Page 50

Custard Riviera Laser Studio RJ’s Café Rococo Rosen Law Offices Rosetta Coffee Brewing Company Round Table Pizza Royal Cleaners Royal Thai Massage and Healing Center Rubens Imports

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Salon Dawnielle Salon Revelation Salon Rouge Salon Serenity SalonCentric Salt Creek Beach Salt Creek Grille Salt Creek Trail Saltwater Hair Studio Scoop Deck at The Coffee Importers Sea Canyon Dog Park Sea Terrace Park Dr. Shilpa Gaikwad, MD Shine Salon Skin Diva Skyline Pest Control Smart & Final Sombra Cantina, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club Spa Marina Del Mar Spirit of Dana Point Sail, Ocean Institute Sports Barber Stacks Pancake House Stand Up to Trash Starbucks Station Craft Brewery + Kitchen Stay Coastal Stella’s Serious Italian StillWater Spirits & Sounds Strand Beach Strand Vista Park Studio A Pilates & Yoga Stuft Pizza Subway Sundara Salon Sunny Fresh Dry Cleaners Sunsets Bar Sunset Park Supercuts Surf Cycle Laundromat Swiss Connection Synaptic Cycles

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Taste of Lantern Village Thai Body Works Thai Dara Thai This The Bagel Shack The Black Lantern The Brig Restaurant The CaliCamp Surf Camp The Captain’s Chair The Chocolate Soldier The Coffee Importers The Den Barber Shop & Shave Parlor The District Salon The Dragon Institute The Gift Chateau The Habit Burger Grill

The Harbor Grill The Kings Club Barbershop The Lash Spa The Little Kitchen Asian Café The Point Restaurant & Bar The Rib Joint The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Spa The Sculpted Brow The Shwack Beach Grill The Spa at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa The UPS Store The Wee Loft Thunderbird Park Tic Tac Nails Timeless Teak Dr. Tom Saunders, DVM- Dana Point Animal Hospital Top Brass Top Nails & Hair True at Heart Studios True Pilates OC Turk’s Dana Warf Tutor & Spunky’s Deli

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United Studios of Self Defense Union Bank Unique Accents US Bank

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Valvoline Instant Oil Change Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9934 Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice

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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club Waldorf Astoria Spa Waterman’s Harbor West Marine Westwind Sailing Wells Fargo What a Dish Café & Catering White Lotus Day Spa Whitestone Restaurant & Bar Wild’s Animal Supplies Wildflower Florist Wind & Sea Restaurant Woody Hut Work Laugh Sweat

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Xu’s Chinese Healing

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Yacht Yoga, iHeartYoga Yogurtland Your CBD Store Your Remedy Massage

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Zen Sushi

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