This restaurant was recommended by our hotel and we were not disappointed. The food was great and the servce even better. The excellent service and attention we rec'd may be partly due to the fact that it was a Monday night and there weren't many customers. Anthony (a mgr, I believe) gave us a complimentary appetizer and dessert tray for... more

Undiscovered jewel! Our family went for a dinner on May 22, 2009 and we had an excellent service. The staff was very friendly and the food was excellent. The restaurant had a great interior. Outstanding experience. Since we live in the area, we are planning to return to Ristorante Ferrantelli in Dana Point more often. more

My wife and I ate at this restaurant late last Saturday night. We were told by an employee at our hotel that if we wanted good italian food we should go to Lucianos, but if we wanted great atmosphere with decent food we couild go to Ferrantellis. She was right about the atmosphere. The place was beautiful and the first... more

My family has been eating at Ferrantellis for ten years! They have the best Italian food around, charming and attentive staff, and an extensive yet fairly priced wine list. We are always remembered by name and escorted to "our" special table. You can't beat the fresh seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes. Save room for dessert - they are heaven! For... more

my cousin got married last week in dana point and all of our family flew down there for the wedding. we stayed at the marriott which is right in front of the restaraunt. the night beofre the wedding we went down there to eat. when we walked in the door we were so amazed by the decorations! the place is... more

pure heaven more

we had our daughter's wedding reception here. Food was great and the atomoshere felt like a family gathering. Everyone was happy more

I have been coming to Ferrantelli's for years, and would like to recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing Italian meal in Dana Point. Not only is the food wonderful, but the service is very friendly and helpful. Located right across from the harbor, it's a great place to sit out by the fire pit and enjoy the sunset... more

We were in a group of three couples who each brought one bottle of wine. After the first was uncorked, we were informed by the owner, Mahmood, that we were only allowed corkage on one bottle and that any further wine desired must be purchased from the restaurant. When we attempted to discuss the matter with him, we were informed... more