Diners at 180blu in the Ritz Carlton in Dana Point, CA, on Monday, June 17, 2024. 180blu has views of the ocean and beach from its outdoor terrace. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register ...

The experience is even better on the restaurant’s outdoor terrace, perched on a cliff 40 feet above the Hudson and with panoramic views of the river and the Mid-Hudson Bridge.

Outdoor patio tables face Water Street and the riverfront, making for a laid-back summer dining experience. Hours: Closed Sundays and Mondays.