The Market Place — Restaurant in Dana Point

Upscale and they carry Voss water at this place for pre 180 blu al fresco. Raya by Chef Richard Sandoval (AAA 4 Diamond Rating) is the gourmet cuisine option here. You can even catch the game at The Marketplace---on the stools at counter and listen in with headphones. Spanish guitar music flooded the halls.

Fireplace was crackling as hotel guests passed by carrying long boards to ride the famous waves of Salt Creek Beach. Coffee is Lavazza---so delicious. Walking trails are paved.

Fresh floral arrangements throughout hotel made for a memorable experience. Provided by Square Root Inc (Irvine). Rose smells lingered, as did the ocean views from The Ritz resort---situated on a 150 ft. high bluff with a...

This fun little coffee shop is super accommodating and an easy spot to stop with my kiddo. He had an open-faced peanut butter and banana sandwich with honey and coconut. His sandwich was so good, he talked about it quite a bit.

They can make the wraps into gluten free sandwiches and are very helpful in trying to keep you from becoming sick. I enjoyed their coffee drinks and their juices.

On my husband's recommendation-avoid the burrito. I'd also avoid the sweet potato hash plate. While pretty, both lacked flavor. The hash was also in a weird bowl that just didn't work for it. My husband had the steak and eggs, they were fine, but also commented that the bowl made it...

This is a great cafe inside the Ritz. They offer everything you would expect from a cafe, my favorite being an iced vanilla latte, which they pull off very well. However, they have a great assortment of snack and pastry that are made in house. All the items I tried were quite delicious. Besides the good food offerings, they have some great places to work or relax with a book if need be. Definitely a great addition to a...