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RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel - RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, CA

RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7
4.7
2483 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American

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2 people
23:30
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
RAYA, a restaurant concept by Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin Coastal Cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and Chef Sandoval’s signature Latin flavors.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 06:30–11:30 Sun 06:30–11:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–14:00 Brunch Sun 12:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (949) 240-5050
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Executive Chef Michael Treanor
  • Area
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is $15 with validation.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Galentine's Day Dinner

    US$187.49 per person

    Prepaid

    13 Feb 2025 only
    This Galentine’s Day, celebrate the power of friendship with an unforgettable evening at RAYA. Treat your closest friends to a delightful three-course pre-fixe menu, showcasing bold Latin-inspired flavors. Indulge in decadent dishes like Lobster a’la Diabla, Snake River Farms Zabuton, and more, all thoughtfully prepared by our culinary team. Join us on Thursday, February 13 with seating from 5:00–9:00 p.m. This extraordinary dining experience is priced at USD 145 per guest, excluding tax and staff charges. Reservations are required. Make this Galentine’s Day one to remember, filled with laughter, love, and incredible flavors!
    Galentine's Day Dinner photo
  • Valentine's Dinner

    US$187.49 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 - 15 Feb 2025
    This Valentine’s Day, elevate your celebration of love with an enchanting evening at RAYA. Delight in a masterfully curated three-course pre-fixe menu, showcasing the finest Latin-inspired flavors. Indulge in decadent dishes such as Lobster A La Diabla and Snake River Farms Zabuton, all crafted with precision and passion by our renowned culinary team. Available Friday, February 14, and Saturday, February 15, this exclusive dining experience offers seating from 5:00–9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5:00–9:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Priced at USD 145 per guest, excluding tax and staff charges, reservations are essential to secure your place. Celebrate your love in a setting of heartfelt ambiance.
    Valentine's Dinner photo
  • Heart Tea

    US$146.91 per person

    Prepaid

    3 Feb 2025 - 13 Feb 2025
    Celebrate the season of love with Heart Tea and enjoy a lovely afternoon tea, featuring a curated loose tea collection from Palais des Thés, savory canapés, sweet treats, and tea-infused cocktails, all with a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean. Highlights include Seared Tuna, Stuffed Peppadew Peppers, and Ritz-Carlton currant scones. This delightful experience is priced at $115 per adult and $95 per child, excluding tax and service charges, and reservations are required. For guests with dietary restrictions, special accommodations may be made in advance. Please contact our Dining Coordinator prior to the date of your reservation at 949.489.5833 or Elizabeth.Claeyssen@ritzcarlton.com, so we may ensure the best experience for your party.
    Heart Tea photo

What 2,483 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, offers an exquisite dining experience with "spectacular ocean views" and "excellent food." Guests rave about the "attentive and friendly service," making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Highlights include their "delicious seafood enchiladas," "amazing cocktails," and a welcoming ambiance with breathtaking sunsets.

2,483 Reviews
  1. Kristianna

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the valet to the wait staff, the food to the view… everything was perfect

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  2. Mel

    VIP

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is shockingly flavorful, hit beyond our expectations. RAYA is definitely not one of those typical ambience-only places, the food is spectacular! We love the ahi tuna, guacamole, lobster roll and cheesecake! They also didn’t rush us through the courses which we really appreciate. Great spot!

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  3. Dianne

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Raya never disappoints.....The window view, the service, Joel the waiter and all the table waitstaff are outstanding at their profession. The enchiladas stuffed with seafood, the Caesar salad and the cappuccino accompanied by warm churros and pumpkin ice cream leave a palate that urges me to make my Valentine reservations. Yum!

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  4. Bruce

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    76 reviews

    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot to celebrate a special occasion. The outdoor patio offers spectacular ocean views, together with bar and food service. Inside, the Raya restaurant, also offers ocean views as well as great food and service.

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  5. BayDiner

    Orange County

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Mary is amazing, she is very polite and on top of everything. New menu is awesome although can benefit from adding more salad options.

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  6. Debbie

    VIP

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second NYE dinner here and it was perfect. The food was excellent and we especially liked the champagne flight. We also appreciated that the pricing was appropriate. Nicely timed courses. Not overcrowded. We live in the area and stop by for breakfast/lunch on occasion. I want to give a special shoutout to the Valet team who are consistently AWESOME. We have never been disappointed at this resort. THANK YOU

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  7. Lori

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I went to Raya on New Years Eve and it was amazing! The food, the service (thank you Ryan and team!) and the view were all stellar!

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  8. Guy

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent! Food was different but very good! Small issue with one item and was resolved immediately With reservation no wait. Valet was quick Parking was included with the package. 5 Stars here.

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  9. Ika

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our anniversary dinner at Raya. Everything was great. Top notch hospitality.

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  10. Justin

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was very inviting and decorated beautifully for the holidays. Our server was outstanding and the Tomahawk my wife and I shared was the best I’ve ever had. The chef personally finished the steak off table side by smoking rosemary and burning mezcal.

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RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is rated 4.7 stars by 2483 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
23:30
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road
  • Area
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 06:30–11:30 Sun 06:30–11:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–14:00 Brunch Sun 12:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is $15 with validation.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Executive Chef Michael Treanor
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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