Just steps from Dana Point Harbor in the heart of the Lantern District, Shelter Distilling is where adventures end and great evenings begin. Whether you've spent the day on the water, explored the coastal trails, or gathered with friends for a night out, you'll find handcrafted cocktails, award-winning spirits, fresh beer, and elevated food in a warm, welcoming atmosphere built for gathering.
At Shelter Distilling Dana Point, every whiskey, bourbon, gin, vodka, rum, California Agave spirit, and beer served at Shelter is handcrafted by our team in Mammoth Lakes, California, and Montrose, Colorado. Paired with a seasonal, chef-driven menu and genuine hospitality, every visit offers a true distillery dining experience where mountain craftsmanship meets coastal adventure.
Whether you're stopping in for happy hour, celebrating over dinner, discovering your next favorite whiskey, or simply enjoying another round after watching the sunset, Shelter is a place to slow down, connect, and celebrate the adventure.
Come for the sunset. Stay for another round.
Hours: Sunday –Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM & Friday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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Every dish at Shelter is made with the same attention to detail as our spirits. Our scratch kitchen focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, bold flavors, and seed oil-free cooking to create food that's meant to be shared after a day of adventure. From handcrafted appetizers and premium burgers to fresh seafood and steaks, there's something for every appetite.
Dry rubbed port tenderloin, smoked cream cheese, pickled shallots, chives, crostini
Rosemary thyme infused chopped garlic, shaved parmesan chives (bt)
Blistered shishitos, house seasoning, garlic aioli (ve)(gf)
Seasoned artichoke hearts, citrus aioli (ve)(gf)
Dozen wings, choice of Mississippi white BBQ, buffalo, or Shelter bourbon glaze (gf)(bt)
Charred Spanish Octopus, roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables, citrus root puree (gf)
Fresh shrimp, mahi mahi, coconut-jalapeño-lemongrass-citrus leche de tigre, taro chips (gf)
Corn of flour tortilla, citrus avocado crème fraîche slaw, pickled shallots
Crispy confit pork belly, pickled carrots, daikon, cucumber, garlic aioli, Japanese
BBQ sauce
Corn or flour tortilla, citrus avocado crème fraîche slaw, pickled shallots
Mexican seasoned mushrooms, corn or flour tortilla, salsa verde, pickled shallots (ve)
House made caesar dressing, seasoned breadcrumbs, parmesan
Nappa and green cabbage, red bell peppers, scallions, shredded chicken, garlic-chili
vinaigrette, toasted almonds, sesame
Romaine, baby tomatoes, avocado, roasted corn, scallions, crumbled bacon, chopped egg, goat cheese crumble, ranch (gf)
Chicken +$7, Shrimp +$9, Steak +$10
All burgers served with french fries +$0 or sweet potato fries +$3
Two smashed patties, cheddar, grilled onions, house sauce, potato bun, house made pickles on side
Half pound burger, sliced raw jalapeños, cream cheese, grilled onions, house sauce,
brioche bun
Chicken breast, sautéed onions and peppers, monterey jack, arugula, garlic aioli,
chimichurri, toasted sourdough
Whole grilled marinated portobello, grilled
onions, arugula, garlic aioli, pickled shallots, chimichurri, potato bun (ve)(gf)
Tempura beer battered cod, fries, house cocktail sauce, tartar, coconut green curry
sauce (on side)
Grilled 12oz prime flat iron steak, whipped mash potatoes, grilled asparagus, demi-glaze (gf)
Mediterranean branzino, citrus chimichurri, grilled lemon (gf)
Sides of chocolate & lemon cream dipping sauce
(ve) Vegan • (gf) Gluten Free • (bt) Beef Tallow Fried *Consuming raw or undercooked proteins may increase risk of foodborne illness
Every cocktail at Shelter begins with spirits handcrafted in our working distilleries in Mammoth Lakes, California, and Montrose, Colorado, then shared with friends old and new on the coast in Dana Point. From timeless classics to signature creations inspired by mountain peaks and ocean breezes, each cocktail celebrates craftsmanship, adventure, and the places that bring us together. Cheers to finding your next favorite pour.
Blue Agave, Lime, Cucumber, Ginger, Agave, Tajín Rim
Jalapeño House-Infused Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, Grapefruit, Agave Nectar, and Tajin
Stormrider Rum, Pineapple, Passionfruit, Coconut Cream
Stormrider Rum, Orange, Lime, House-made Grenadine
O’Pinyon Gin infused with Pea flowers, Lemon, Sugar
Gin The Third, Honey, Lemon
Glass Creek Vodka, Dawn Patrol Coffee Liqueur, Bear Coast Coffee, Maple syrup, and House-made Whipped Cream
Glass Creek Vodka and Extra Spicy House-Made Bloody Mix
American Single Malt Whiskey, Demerara, House-made Orange Bitters. Classic | Maple + $1
Single Barrel Ridge Runner Bourbon, Beet Juice, Lemon, Honey
Small Batch Blue Corn Bourbon, Honey, Orange, Lemon, House-made Bitters
Every pint we pour is brewed in-house at our craft breweries in Mammoth Lakes, California, and Montrose, Colorado, then served fresh on tap in Dana Point. From crisp lagers and hop-forward IPAs to rich stouts and seasonal releases, our rotating lineup is crafted for every adventure and every palate. Wherever you're visiting us, you're enjoying beer brewed by the Shelter team and shared from the mountains to the coast.
4oz Taster $4 | Pint $8.50 | 60oz Pitcher $25
Four - 4oz Pours of Your Choice of Current Beers on Draft
Crisp, Malt, Balanced
Light, Smooth, Clean
Tropical, Floral, Clean Bitter
Orange Julius, Nectarine, Coconut
Malt, Honey, Smooth
Floral, Stone Fruit, Crisp
Hoppy, Blueberry, Clean
Orange Peel, Coriander, Lavender
Four - 4oz Pours of Your Choice of Current Beers on Draft
Floral, Piney, Old school
Chardonnay, California
Sauvignon Blanc, California
Pinot Grigio, Tuscany
Chardonnay, Macon-Villages, Burgundy, France
Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
Chardonnay Reserve, Paso Robles
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma
Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
Pinot Noir, California
Red Blend, Central Coast
Sauvignon by Orin Swift, California
Mango, Lime, Orange, Sugar, and House-Made Chile de Arbol
Orange, Strawberry, Coconut Cream, Soda Water
Cucumber Jalapeño, Pineapple Passionfruit
Ginger, Coconut Cream, and Soda Water
Coke, Coke Zero, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Orange Fanta, Mr. Pibb *Free Refills