Glasspar

Almost perfect! These guys do seafood right! Ordered the oysters and they were beautiful. Taste of the sea. Some sweet. Some salty. All delicious. The lobster roll with duck fat fries were brilliant! Tender lobster. Crispy fries. A near perfect dish - we didn't particularly like the truffle oil aioli, but that's a personal preference. Overall, scrumptious! The surf and turf was hit-and-miss. The grilled lobster was perfectly cooked. Sweet and tender dipped in melted butter. Yes! The steak was a miss. While it was cooked to a medium rare, it was not a great cut. A lot of fat that was not cooked and making the piece chewy. Surf, yes. Turf, no! And the sourdough bread was fantastic!! This is tough. I wanted it to work. For now, it's one-and-done.

Great patio for dining, plenty of shade and pleasant even in July. Service was friendly, attentive. Oysters were big and flavorful, steak was cooked perfect. Oh, how could I forget the fabulous Espresso Martini! Definitely worth a revisit! 🥂

We spent Christmas eve at Glasspar and it was wonderful. Very festive decorations for the holidays and the staff made the experience even better. The chef came out to greet us and told us about the nightly specials. We started with oyster shooters with vodka and micro Cilantro, which added a nice touch. Then some caviar with toast, egg, capers, onion and creme fraiche. For dinner we had hanger steak, spiny lobster, seared ahi and the homemade tomato soup. Everything was phenomenal! Can't wait to go back.

Food’s great. Atmosphere’s good. Service seems like it can improve. Visited to have some oysters and cocktails & the midage male server seems unhappy we didnt order more🤷🏻‍♀️maybe we went on a happy hour and its not that pricey..? When i saw reciept after i left i saw the food item was charged regular price - oyster dozen $40, duckfat fries $12 it was selectively happy hour by the server even if we got there around 530pm lol well.. after Glasspar we went to next door and got better service for sure. If i can feel like im not treated right I believe its valid to leave review like this.

First of all I would give 5/5 for the vibe of the restaurant, and your bill comes out in an antique book with other guests’ messages which is very fun. Now onto the food: sourdough bread with butter is amazing! Hot and fresh, and the butter goes well with it. Other than that we didn’t like anything else we ordered. The clam chowder is mainly potatoes and bacon with minimal chowder or seafood taste. It would be a great potato soup but unfortunately not what I’d call a clam chowder. Crab claws varied in freshness. We also got steamed clams, calamari, and seared tuna - they are okay but I would not order again.

Ate here 2 times while on vacation, this is a great place. The service, the food and atmosphere were right on the money. Servers were friendly and knowledgeable. Everything we ate was delicious, warm bread, shrimp cocktail with cocktail sauce with a lemony taste really stood out, octopus scallops, parpadelle, sea bass all fantastic. The presentation of the dishes really stood out with different colors and arrangements. There were many different tastes with each of these dishes. The patio is a great place to eat. Wish I lived nearby, would eat there all the time. There are some not so great reviews which hard to imagine given our experience.

Food was very good. The dishes were served with flavorful sauces. And, Servise was excellent. Our server went out of her way to make us happy. Even modified my wife dinner to fit her tastes. Watch out for the Tito Oyster Shooters, they are good but lots of liquor. The fresh oysters were very fresh and taste just like the ocean. Clean and fresh. The fresh shrimp cocktails were large and clean, the cocktail sauce was spicy with fresh horseradish. And the other stand out was the potato fries in duck fat. Sounds heavy but there were light and just the right amount of crunch to the skin. We were so full we couldn’t do dessert. I like the decor. We will be back. More Oyster shooters and we want to try the fresh fish next time.

Had a truly great dinner experience at this Dana Point spot. The lobster roll was absolutely awesome—loaded with fresh, tender lobster meat and served on a perfectly toasted bun. It's a popular place, so it gets pretty packed, especially in the evenings. I highly recommend making a reservation to avoid a wait. They also have a fantastic heated patio that's dog-friendly, which is a huge bonus. While it might be a little on the pricier side, the quality of the food and the overall atmosphere make it well worth the cost. It's an ideal place for a special occasion or a delicious meal by the coast.

My experience at Glasspar was amazing ! I came for dinner and drinks to catch up with a good friend and it was so fun ! The best bartender Chase was very attentive and Julian at the oyster bar was super helpful and sweet with his recommendations and wonderful customer service! you can tell he's really passionate about his job and genuinely likes it. Very refreshing to see it was so good and memorable and they both made the overall experience so much better. Would go back 10/10

Service was slow people who came in 10 minutes after us got served drinks and food before we got our wine. Waitress was not attentive to our table as others. Food had too much sauce and flavors going on masked the flavor of the fish and chicken. Expensive $200.00 for 3

Very good restaurant. If there was a 4.5, I'd give it a 4.5 The service is outstanding. The restaurant is very clean. Thorough table wipe downs and very clean plates, cups, and silverware. Food arrived promptly and everything was fresh. We arrived on a Monday night at 7:45pm. Most restaurants do not have the best service during the last 2 hours of service. Glasspar made us feel welcome to hang, no rush out. The shrimp ceviche and fish and chips were good. The fries were on the oily side, the burger was solid but not amazing.

Ambiance and service is very good. Food is mediocre. The clam chowder was quite bland. Not exactly New England chowder, but more of a non-clammy potato chowder. The cod was equally bland, but the sauce was very spicy. The lobster rolls are very small. More like a small dinner roll with a few small bits of lobster. Oysters Rockefeller. Not exactly the chopped/stuffed shell variety. A whole oyster packed with stuffing and baked. The special for the evening was sea bass on risotto. This was the star of the show. Great risotto with mushrooms. Overall the dishes were 4/10, but our server was very good 9/10.

First time here but foods taste awful and doesn't justify the price. Never gonna comeback here. Even 1 star is too much for this restaurant.

We had some very nice small plates including the charred octopus, crudo scallops & hamachi. A dozen oysters. Favorite was the octopus with excellent sauce garnishes. Pretty !! Next best was hamachi crudo with mango vinaigrette, actually equally good. The oysters were standard, shelled well, fresh and sweet. Would like a horseradish garnish sauce/ garnish & Tabasco Sauce please. The scallop crudo was fresh but the citrus sauce did not complement well. Just a matter of taste. Beautiful ambiance. Our service was excellent, friendly not smothering.

Glasspar is a solid place to come for seafood. Me and my dining companions all ordered fish as our entrees. The fish was perfectly prepared, not overcooked, and the presentation was very nice. Prices are on the high side ($40 for fish entrees), but they all come with veggies and some sort of carb (udon, rice, glass noodles). We sat in the outdoor patio, which was pretty spacious. If you come during Happy Hour, they will ask if you are partaking in the HH menu and seat you accordingly. (The HH side was a little noisy, thanks to a large boisterous group. If you're looking for a more quiet meal, don't sit on that side). I don't recall seeing it on the menu, but there is an additional fee if you use a credit card. Parking in the lot.

So much for being good. Kumamoto and Clams. So good. The four Jonah Crab claws were awful. Told our waitress and her whole attitude changed. Never saw a manager or a credit. They were not edible. Very tough previously frozen and not good . 300.00 tab for two of us. Swordfish and Fish and chips were just okay. Appetizers seem to be the best. Disappointed as we are considering this place for a group dinner. Cannot risk a bad item and no response to that bad item!

Great food and service, with the perfect ambience on the outside patio. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating.

If you're hankering for a great seafood spot, Glasspar delivers. I wasn't super hungry, so I ordered the octopus appetizer as my entree--and wow. It was incredibly tender, not rubbery at all, and surprisingly filling (my husband had to help me finish it!). The shrimp cocktail was fresh and flavorful, and the cheesecake was absolutely delicious. Bonus: they give free ice cream sundaes to kids on Sundays! Highly recommend.

Review for Happy Hour. My husband and I decided to try Glasspar for happy hour. The restaurant itself is beautiful. It has a nice outdoor patio with a fire pit. Our server, Luca, was amazing. He recommended the rose, which I might add was an excellent choice. My husband had the Hazy IPA. We opted for appetizers which included birria tacos, clam chowder, lobster bisque and the sourdough loaf. Everything was delicious. I predict Glasspar will be one of our go to restaurants. I can't wait to come back for dinner.

Visited for dinner on a weekday evening. We placed our orders with our server, but there was some confusion and she needed to return several times to confirm the details. Eventually, the manager came over and helped complete the order. Later, the server mentioned it was only her second day on the job, which helped explain the mix-ups. With a bit more training and experience, I think the ordering process could go much more smoothly in the future.

The bartender made this such a terrible experience. He obviously hates being there so get rid of him. He isn't courteous friendly or helpful in any way. I will tell everyone not to go here. Trashy

Great inside and outside seating options. The oysters were fabulous, and the drinks were delicious. You may have to wait a bit to be served at the bar. I'd like to try dinner there. Soon!

Luca is the BEST waiter EVER and he's so fun and adorable!! The food is definitely worth coming back for especially the salmon and Thursday night oysters are great!! I actually ate 3 of them. Plus they have $6 bubbly!!

Heard GLASSPAR has great seafood and we had a chance to come visit. ... and the hubby ordered a Tomahawk Porkchop with cherry sauce. Which he liked a lot. One kiddo ordered the IPA FISH AND CHIPS and that was solid. Great fish and great batter. Other kiddo ordered pasta with a side of pasta (kid's pasta with side of mac and cheese with fries)!! She liked it though. I ordered the seafood daily special which was atlantic salmon with beurre sauce. Delicious. Glasspar is located in a center with a large free parking lot. It is very near the Dana Point Harbors. Servers are awesome. Great bistro vibe.

Finally got to try this place out. The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was great. The food was good but a little pricey for the quality. I supposed it's worth trying out once.

Plenty of parking. Great for groups. Reservations not required but good to have. Nice seating inside, outside and bar area Great menu, something for everyone....

First time here. Food was HORRIBLE! Everybody at the table had a bad meal!! My father even said it's in his top two worst meals he has ever had. I felt awful with taking him there. Do not recommend. It was $100 for 3 people to eat with no alcohol and the food was awful. We are locals and Will never be returning. DO NOT RECOMMEND. I never write reviews ever. But we had to! We don't want anybody else to experience such a bad meal

Attended one of their Flight Club events not long ago, this one featured Empress 1908 gins. It was a super fun, interactive and tasty late afternoon with awesome cocktails and delicious bites. I mixed their cucumber lemon gin 1.5 ounces with fresh grapefruit juice 1.5 ounces and 1 ounce of simple syrup. Always enjoyed greyhounds and Palomas, this gin version may just be the best.

I took a dear friend to dinner on a weekend evening. The ambience was perfect. Quiet, not overly crowded so that we could hear our conversations. We started with an appetizer and specialty drinks from an amazing bartender. We both had fresh fish for an entree that was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Our wait staff were very attentive and accommodating to our requests. We are definitely coming back here !

I want to start by saying that the service was great last night on NYE. Highlights included the Lobster Roll, Seared Nordic Salmon, the Roasted Beet Salad and the Desserted Island. They were all wonderful, especially the chocolate buttercake with the toasted coconut shavings and vanilla ice cream. However, the flavor was lacking with the NYE specials which included the Fruitti di Mare risotto, the Lobster with pasta and the Roasted Chicken Breast. All of these entrees were flat in flavor. Not sure how the chefs missed on them. We had a very good time enjoying our company of 8 people, but not sure I would return. Again, the service was spot on, but the entrees I mentioned were not worth ordering. If not for the service, I would rate this place 3 stars.

Stopped in for a quick bite with my friend and had amazing sourdough and poke tacos! the drinks were beautifully crafted and our server Mark was incredibly nice, helpful, and funny. Will definitely come back for more!

Finally stopped here. The inside is nice, service was really good and friendly. Here's what we had: Paper Plane cocktail- Not bad, but a little too sweet for me. G3 cocktail- Very Tasty, but also a little too sweet. Calamari- Well executed, sauce was pretty good. Sour dough loaf- Pretty mild flavor, if you're a sour dough lover, I'd skip it. 1/2 lb Clams- Literally 2 bites of food(5 small clams) for $13...on happy hour. Maybe I underestimated the weight of the shells, but regardless, it was egregious how poor the value was on this. Day Boat Scallops- These were pretty good, but another horrible value. This was a main, it was 4 scallops and a small sweet potato/brussel hash for $44. It's just priced way too high for something that isn't mind blowing. Looking back I realized the server tried to warn us, but we didn't catch on.

We had made a reservation a few days earlier and informed them that we have a dog, since in the past they had made it difficult to bring a dog. When we arrived the hostess ( Scottie ) had a less than pleasant attitude and claimed that only high top tables were available, although many regular low tables were empty. She claimed that they were all reserved. We left and went to a restaurant next to them ( what a dish ) where we have been to so many times before and always very pleasant and accommodating. We have been to Glasspar many times in the past ( with and without our dog ) and although their food is good and servers have always been friendly , unfortunately they seem to only attract unfriendly hostesses. We have tried to overlook this issue , however tonight was the breaking point ! We will most DEFINITELY never return to Glasspar.

This restaurant is nothing like else in Orange County! The food, service, and ambiance set the mood for any special occasion or grabbing a nice dinner. Owner and head chef rob wilson and wife Annique Wilson should be proud of what they have built! The Spanish octopus, Icelandic cod, and a dozen oysters are my go to order! Love visiting whenever I am in town and highly recommend! Love my Glasspar family!

This is definitely one of our favorite places to dine! The food is always delicious and the service is top notch!! I love beautiful views as well! A must check out establishment!!

Lovely happy hour time on Friday afternoon. Sat at the bar and were welcomed nicely. Estonia close to the Marina/harbor. Service was attentive and food was delicious from duck fat fries, clams, to oysters. My fave was the Lavender drink done right.

I would classify this place at the Dana point harbor area as a hey let's go to sit at the bar and have some appetizers and a drink. The menu wasn't anything to be thrilled about but they had a lot of nice appetizers. So again sitting at the bar ordering a few shareables having a cup of cocktails. Servers were very nice. Bartender was very nice but I looked at the rest of the menu and I'm like we'll see.

My husband and I were heading out for a date night and wanted to do Glasspar for our night out together. We did enjoy. We did arrive to the restaurant at 5 o'clock shortly after they opened as we were hoping to have an intimate dinner since a week day and not busy. We asked to be seated out on the patio by a fire. They put us at a two top and we were greeted by our waiter. Here's where it took a turn. The whole patio was open and then they proceeded to put two women right next to us when again there was open seating everywhere and the two women were so loud and talking about work and people problems that really put a damper on our date night out. It seems like they would seat every other table first instead of people right next to you. Again, patio wide open. It would make sense to me. We ordered some wine. They do offer a selection, but it's pretty pricey, For the appetizers, we ordered Willy's Tacos and the shrimp ceviche. The tacos were lukewarm, but had a good flavor. The shrimp ceviche was not even the size of my palm and came with a few chips. It was pretty bland tasting. I would skip it. For the entrees, we ordered the Shrimp Pappardelle and the Lobster Roll. I'd like to say they were better but they were not. Both dishes had absolutely no flavor. The Lobster Roll was served on Texas toast and was very disappointing. I don't mind things being pricey as long as you get a good experience and good food, but I would say, start to finish this not something we would try again.

This place is a hidden gem! It is extremely hard to go out to eat, due to my son being autistic so he tends to scream a lot. But our first time there they made us feel so welcomed, we had to come back a week later. We drove all the way from Temecula it's worth the drive trust me. It feels like you're eating at an extremely fine dining restaurant just due to the food quality. The owner / head chef has worked in some high end restaurants so he really knows what he's doing. Every dish we had was amazing. Their lobster Mac and cheese was so good. It's also the same Mac and cheese they serve for the kids meal minus the lobster. Our second time there we had their daily special it was phenomenal! It was a Hawaiian halibut that was herb crusted with veggies and a bur Blanc sauce. I actually really wanted their burger with a crab cake and louie sauce, but I'm so happy I went with the special. You were really able to taste the chefs culinary skills from it. My son's father had their surf and turf, which was a steak and lobster tail. The lobster tail was cooked to perfection that it was so easy to come out of the shell. They also have an amazing cocktail menu. And an amazing mocktail menu. We sat on the patio right next to this beautiful fire pit wall. Stacy is incredible, she remembered us from the week before and brought out my son's drink and food so fast, so that his dad and I could enjoy our dinner and time together. If you come please ask for Stacy! We will definitely be back soon.

Great meal at this place! The service was excellent and the quality of the food was superb, from the dozen oysters and excellent sourdough with a nice bottle of Prosecco. The surf and Turf was perfectly prepared and scallops amazing! My only regret is I forgot to bring the bottle of DAOU Heart of a Lion for dinner.

Cute little place close to the harbor. We were seated close to the entrance, so I did not see much of the restaurant. It looks like they have a nice, cozy patio with fire pits to sit next to. The service was very friendly, but pretty slow. We went in the day before Christmas Eve, so not sure if that had anything to do with the slowness. I am split on the food. The oysters I ordered were very fresh. The lobster roll, was eh, did not taste fresh and was a little underwhelming. I also ordered a side of the Duck Fat fries, which tasted nothing less than normal fries. Overall, I was disappointed with our experience, expected a lot more from the reviews I read.

Everything is awesome! Come for happy hour. Wifee had Mac n cheese. She said "so much better than Stouffers". Duh. Fish n chips great too.

Came here for dinner this past weekend. The bar area has a nice aesthetic to it. I enjoyed my gin cocktail which had a nice balance to it. For dinner entrees we had the salmon and fish & chips. The salmon was pretty filling and had a tasty sauce drizzle. For dessert, we tried the Ship Wreck which was a custard with a side of cookies. The custard was way too rich in flavor, and the cookies were a little too crispy for my liking. It was a bit pricey, but I'd be curious to come back and try some happy hour items.

Oyster shooter was so good! A great way to kickoff a really good meal. Scallops with English pea puree was the entree selection, which was tough to make, with so many excellent choices. The scallops had a good sear on the top. The poke tacos were a hit. Waiter did a good job servicing a large party with numerous requests. Beautiful setting outside with the fireplaces and marina across the street.

Walked in on a Monday evening and were seated in the outdoor covered patio with heat lamps Free parking Sherry was wonderful The decoration is chic but relaxing I called because i wanted crab cake and couldn't see on menu. They made some for me Good choice of oysters Check the daily offerings Good drinks

AMAZING. Oysters were so fresh! The bread is a MUST. 10/10 will be going back and do recommend!

My mom, kids, and I ate here tonight and our whole experience was great!! Our server, Ryan D. was awesome. He made our dining time feel relaxing and very enjoyable-which was what we needed. Big shout out to Ryan for being a stellar gem you have there at Glasspar! All of the service/help was fantastic too! Can't say enough about it! THE FOOD was on POINT! We got a dozen oysters, NY strip, burger, lobster mac, steamed clams, and beat salad. Delicious!!! I had some of everything and am still in THE BEST food coma. I love this place. I will be back for sure!!

The restaurant has a great atmosphere. The location is great. It's a cute little place. Our waiter was kind and my large party was accommodated and sat for service quickly. The food was just ok . I didn't have anyone in my party say their order was amazing or delicious. Let's start with water. I felt the water had a bad taste but I didn't mention it until someone in my party noticed it as well. They found the water SALTY i just felt like the water tasted like pool water. My order came with a salad, steak,and dessert. The salad lettuce tasted bad . Im not sure how to explain the flavor it had. The steak didn't taste good either .We went with a party of 15. Three orders were forgotten but I understood because we were a large party. What is not acceptable is that I had to remind the waiter about 3 of the orders. Then remind him again about 1 order. I had to remind again about the same order For the 3rd time. Finally, then the order came out it was incorrect. Once again I had to go ask the waiter for assistance with the order because one of the sides was incorrect. The final order came out last. Last as in every single person in my 15 person party was finished eating type of last .Someone in my party ordered milk for her child. He didn't drink his milk so his mom decided to taste it. She said the milk was sour. There just a tad too many negatives here.I would like to end with a positive comment and say that the french fries and ketchup were tasty. If you have a choice I would advise to go down the walkway to the other restaurant.

I was sad to see Mahe go, so perhaps I'm biased. That being said, the location remains amazing, but the food and service are just ok. Nothing really negative to note; would just say that for service, they were a bit slow despite it not being excessively busy. The food was not bad, but not amazing. Shared the Lobster roll and Fish & Chips with my wife, both of which fall into the aforementioned category. I think if there were some tweaks to improve the food and ensure a good workflow for wait staff, this place would be a great place to frequent for both locals and visitors.

I came here for dinner with family earlier this week and everything was great. We walked over from the marina but there was plenty of parking in their lot. We had reservations and were seated right when we arrived on the patio. The patio was perfect for us as we had two kids and a baby. It was covered and had heaters as well as roll up sides. It's perfect for a large party yet intimate enough for a date (go walk along the harbor after)! Our waiter was great and attentive. He constantly checked on our party. The food came out quickly. Everything was delicious! I love bone marrow and was so happy to see it on the menu. The duck fat fries were also good. My entree was a great choice. I loved the ahi tuna. I hope to be back next time we're in DP!

We were visiting Dana Point and stopped into Glasspar for lunch. The restaurant is located a bit above the harbor, which makes for a great spot after roaming around. The Oysters tasted fresh and delicious and the food was great!

Absolutely love this restaurant! Food is always fresh and delicious, the libations are always great, and the service is amazing!

It's Regatta nights at Glasspar! In addition to the regular delicious menu, they have a prefix as well. Do not miss this opportunity to try some of the chefs signature dishes . We fell in love with the butternut squash soup with truffle cream . The duck confit with sausage, roasted veggies, cannelloni beans, and truffle oil ... " oh my goodness" The lemon bar dessert with the raspberry sorbet completely hit the spot... but then... we realized we had one more spot to hit... And that was with the salted caramel pot de creme with a 70% French dark chocolate sea salt cookie ... Wow! As the three of us were devouring this pot of yumminess. We actually looked at each other and said "oh my God I could eat 20 of these !!! "but alas... summer is coming... This delicious dessert is called "the shipwreck" but in my opinion, they should call it "the dreamboat" I think Regatta nights ends on March 10th, I'm not 100% sure so you will have to call and ask. And while you are at it, make a reservation for yourself. The staff members are so friendly you will always be greeted with a big smile. It's a great date night restaurant , girls night out, family gathering, birthday party. The food is delish! they've got a gorgeous patio and a large indoor dining room with cozy booths. In the summertime I love to come sit at the lively bar and have oysters... Plenty of free parking - Cheers!

I was staying in Dana Point for a business trip and I was craving oysters. This seemed like the perfect spot that was walking distance to the harbor. For cocktails, I recommend the Siren's Song! Very refreshing and easy to drink. the Grapefruit Mimosa was very nice as well. Can't go wrong with that! The kumiai oysters are a must! Add the louis sauce? INCREDIBLE. This was my first time having a creamy sauce on an oyster. game changer!!! Sweet, crisp, and briny! These satisfied my cravings perfectly. Very freshly shucked oysters. Biggest downside was the clam chowder. Not only did it take over 30 minutes to come out, the clams were chewy and the chowder didn't have enough potato or bacon for me. It was very creamy though! Great consistency.

Fish tacos were terrible Calamari was mushy. Disappointing as this restaurant was recommended on Next Door

We absolutely love this place! Great atmosphere and the food and bar is exceptional. My favorites are the Glasspar Marg, oysters, chowder, and lobster roll. The Mac and cheese and fries are so delicious too.

We had a reservation for four people. Upon arrival at the front We were told that only high tables are available. We have been going there for a long time and never were faced with such unpleasant hostess. Scottie did not even try to listen to us, so we walked next door to What a Dish restaurant where we were pleasantly received and were seated right away. We are not going back to Glasspar anymore