SAD NEWS… AFTER 54 YEARS
The Wind & Sea Restaurant—
the last remaining location of the
Wind & Sea restaurant chain—
is closing its doors forever.
September 15, 2026 will be our final day.
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A MESSAGE FROM FOUNDER & CEO
I'm both proud and humbled to celebrate
Wind & Sea's 54 years of success in Dana Point Harbor.
We have always aimed to be an integral part of the surrounding
communities in general, and Dana Point in particular.
We are deeply grateful for the more than half century
of continuous support from all the locals who have come
back again and again to enjoy our establishment over the years.
Our guiding principle has always been to celebrate
"Good Friends, Good Times, & Great Food."
With heartfelt gratitude,
Bob Mardian, Founder & CEO
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We invite you to come one last time and
enjoy the Wind & Sea experience—
our delicious lunch and dinner favorites, Happy Hour,
incredible wine selection, desserts, and specialty drinks.
Come raise a glass, share a meal, and help
us celebrate 54 unforgettable years.
We look forward to serving you one last time.
ABOUT US
Committed to Excellence
Call (949) 496-6500
We of the Wind & Sea Restaurants are committed to excellence. We are relentlessly concerned with quality. Since 1972 our attention to quality has become a time-honored custom. Experience this long-established tradition of hospitality at any of our restaurants and enjoy!
Robert Mardian / Founder & CEO
An abundance of outdoor seating puts guests in the perfect spot to soak in panoramic harborside views and nosh on a wide variety of delicious seafood fare.
Wind & Sea began as a limited-menu prime steakhouse in 1972 and has evolved into one of Southern California’s premier restaurant destinations for Pacific Rim fusion cuisine.
Bearing a name apropos for a waterfront restaurant surrounded by water on three sides, the restaurant serves up fresh fish and warm hospitality with a backdrop of…
you guessed it: wind and sea.
There are up to 10 fresh-catch selections offered daily.
A house favorite is the macadamia nut-crusted mahi mahi. Blessed with 180 degree views of the Dana Point Harbor,
Wind & Sea affords landlubbers unparalleled al fresco dining on the Pacific. With enthusiastic service to match its spectacular setting–which now includes fireside dining on its newly expanded outdoor patio–and delectable offerings like the house specialty Mai Tai, over 3 million served, imported from its sister restaurant, the Kona Inn, and its fantastic martini menu, the Wind & Sea bedazzles well beyond sundown.
Perfect Combination
From seafood to filet mignon, from one of as kind calamari to delux burgers, from Mai-Tais to Martinis, from small-time prices to big-time portions,
Local's Favorite
The Wind & Sea has it all- that’s why it’s the locals’ favorite. If you love fresh fish and great prices, this is the place.
Harbor-Front Dining
If you love dining in harbor, spectacular sunsets and the spirit of Southern California, this is absolutely the place!
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WHEN WE'RE OPEN
Hours
Daily 11:00-10:00
Beautiful Harbor Views
for Steak to Seafood
California Beach Cuisine
Since 1972 Celebrating Over 54 Years of Good Friends, Good Times & Great Food!
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testimonials
What they say
Sabrina E Gilbert
Gilbert, AZ
The Wind & Sea is one of our favorite places to hit when we are in Dana point. Not only is the location beautiful right on the harbor, it has incredible views from the bar or the restaurant sitting inside or out.
sadie G.
Rye, NY
Great waterfront dining! The wait staff is very kind, genuine. I love the Hawaiian chicken dish on the menu but was craving a fish dish, without hesitation, they accommodated and made me the same meal with salmon. Bottom line I highly recommend!
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