Restaurants in San Clemente

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Just had a fantastic lunch at HotnChili! The garlic naan was so yummy. We also had the chicken tiki masala & the tandoori chicken. It was all delicious & served quickly. We will be back! 💯💞💞💞💞”

“We were visiting friends in San Clemente and had dinner at Vine Restaurant & Bar. The service was outstanding and the food was delish. Great experience”

“We had. not been here in years and our recent visit did not disappoint. Our server Cole was excellent. The food was superb. Highly recommended.”

“Met with a networking group here - coffee & pastries are outstanding! Great outdoor place to gather in such a beautiful setting of DTSC. What more could you want. La dolce vita!”

“Great atmosphere amazing local ?️ art work for sale, live music ? I ordered the fish and chips excellent! And a hibiscus ? cocktail excellent bartender he was amazing will definitely be back!”

“good service food it's so delicious 😋 atmosphere everything is incredible”

“We've come here twice. First time we stumbled accros Antoine's because it was close to our hotel. The 2nd time we came to the same hotel because it was close to Antoine's! Excellent food. Excellent Service. Enjoyed having breakfast and listening to all the locals visiting with each other. Dave can cook a STEAK!!! Perfect! Thank you Dave!”

“Came for lunch with my gran about a month after my grandfather passed. It was my gran's first outing since the funeral and i was worried but our server was this adorable silver haired woman named Rebecca. She had my Gran laughing the whole time. We ordered combos and the suggested jalapeño watermelon margaritas, which were spicy and refreshing. We needed a nap afterwards because we were too stuffed! My gran won't stop asking when we can go back. Thank you South of Nicks for lovely meal, and Thank you Rebecca, for helping a family member feel normal after tragedy. You are in our prayers”

“Met friends here tonight and had a wonderful evening. Stepped into a warm and inviting atmosphere. Service was absolute great. Menu selection was quite varied and loved all the dishes we ordered.”

“Picked up some sandwiches for a picnic. I got the pastrami, and my husband got the Italian poor boy. Both were yummy and filling. Ate it all! Chip selection is really good, too.”

“Visited In-N-Out while on a visit to San Clemente, CA. While I have been to cleaner In-N-Out’s, the food here was the same quality and standards as the best ones. And as always, this place was the hustle and bustle on a Sat night!”

“Quality food at fair prices! Can't wait to come back & actually sit down in the nice dining area. 👍🏼”

“As an açaí bowl lover, I can confidently say that these are some of the best açaí bowls I’ve had.

Would for sure recommend trying them out.”

“Great place to bring family or a date. The environment is very European inspired. They have an unlimited all you can eat Muscles offer on Tuesdays. You can order different flavors and they bring you bread and fries with it. I highly recommend the Almond Trout dish with asparagus.”

“The food was very good and the service was excellent. I'm a glad I gave this place a try!”

“delicious gelato, family friendly and the people are so nice there! they answered all my questions regarding allergies, from nut allergies to gluten free options, we're very happy to have found this gem ❤️”

“Oh goodness. Why did it take us over a year to find out about this place??

First: you can either park along el Camino or parking is along Avenida De La Estrella located right above restaurant. There is a stairwell that brings you right down to it.

Be sure to go on Tuesday… taco Tuesday… where they have a phenomenal/affordable menu! Honestly the best shrimp taco I have ever had. I’m just sorry I filled up on chips.

They are only opened for lunch on the weekend.

The best part… PET FRIENDLY PATIO!!!!

Update: Doug and I have gotten to know our waitress amber. Bless her.. she waits on the whole outside and she hustles. Food and spirits all so good. Thanks Amber for always remembering 2 ice cubes and being an outstanding server.”

“This coffee shop was great! It’s nice and cozy inside, with some outdoor seating as well. Their team is so friendly and welcoming. We tried two pour overs (Columbia and Ethiopia) and they were both very flavorful. Bought beans to take home too (they roast their own beans). Would love to go back to try their espresso. Thanks for a great experience!”

“Docent is Decent. Got me a Mouthful of Church on Time, 8.2 DIPA. Lisa has a Peel Top.”

“Best place to enjoy the best coffee and the place has the best workers”

“Fantastic comedy night, been three times now and each night was awesome! Especially hilarious set by Robert Duchaine.”

“Tracy and her team have exceeded my expectations both times I've ordered custom cakes. Not only do they look amazing they taste amazing too!”

“Great place and pretty authentic food and top margaritas.”

“I Love this little quaint place. The staff are friendly and fast .They food is always fresh hot & service has never disappointed me nor the food I Love the ribeye beef bowl it's so good and great portions .”

“The best customer service, from the minute we opened the door!
The food was amazing! 10/10.
We came for breakfast, I can’t imagine coming for lunch/dinner!
I highly recommend the Mexican omelette and the fisherman’s IPA!

Also recommend to sit outside!
The best view ever!”

“Excellent experience! Excellent food! Excellent service! Fantastic little owner owned/operated Northern Italian cuisine restaurant. We will return!”

“Good people good times good beer. A+”

“Love the cellar!!! And it is walking distance so it’s perfect”

“We love our local Thai Dara 2. The food is always amazing and the service is super!!
The " Cream Cheese Wonton's are loaded with cream cheese!" ?
Give it a try, you'll be back for more!!”

“This spot caught me by surprise. Great wine selection and flights. The appetizers were amazing. I could eat a massive bowl of that bisque with the crostini. The crazy thing is all four of us got the burger! One of the best burgers I've had and the fries were killer too. Looking forward to eating there again.”

“This is the definition of a high end steakhouse. The service is impeccable, and the food is decadent. But….. there’s the prices. This place ain’t cheap. Nope. But it’s all about if you think an amazing dinner experience is worth the price. We do.
We ordered the Executive Board, a lazy Susan of sorts with an assortment of wonderful steaks. Each one better than the last. It fed 6 of us easily. The sides are family style. We ordered the potatoes au gratin. Probably some of the best I’ve tasted. The bacon, oh the bacon. About 1” think, and cooked in a sweet and spicy sauce. I want to go back just for that! Mac and cheese that was amazing. And you must order the Parker House rolls. For dessert, the Butter Cake was definitely the best I’ve ever tasted.
All good stuff, but nothing is perfect, including Rare Society…..
It’s noisy, if someone in your party is hearing impaired, they’re probably going to struggle with that.
IT IS EXPENSIVE. Check out the menu online.
If you’re in a hurry, this is an experience, and it is to be enjoyed slowly. And you can’t just walk in. Reservations are a MUST.”

“Wow! Super yum to say the least. It’s always great when the new local restaurant hits it out of the park! My wife & I started with the bacon & meatballs appetizer. She then had the fried green tomatoes & French onion soup while I had the ribeye. Delicious!”

“Excellent customer service. Food was very good. Great location.”

“What a lovely and surprising find in San Clemente. The entry to this alluring restaurant and bar is unassuming, but once inside, the detail and intentionality of the art deco inspired space is intimate and transportive.

We were greeted by a delightful young man whose tone and demeanor accented the elevated and classy ambiance. Our bartender/server was also a delight and made sure to take care of our every need.

Cocktails were fantastic and handcrafted with care. I had the ‘Penicillin’- not too sweet or overpowering with subtle notes of ginger and lemon. We paired it with the smash burger for $24. The goat cheese on the burger took it to the next level of decadent and savory. We also enjoyed the coconut shrimp with green curry sauce which was an ample portion and cooked well.

The menu at Jane is small, but we will certainly be back to try their other offerings.”

“great food!!!! reasonable pricing!!! please experience their food!! nice people fast service!! love this place!!!”

“It was fantastic! Amazing craft cocktails I've never had anything like before. Food was also fantastic. Local fish, local produce, how can you go wrong. Get the Tessie for a drink, amazing cocktail ?”

“Such a great place. Nice addition to San Clemente.”

“Great music venue! We had a blast playing here Mother's Day for Kim and her outstanding team. Thanks, Barnoa!”

“My daily simple lunch for remote work offers many options for a pescatarian/vegetarian. Clean, organic, and delicious!!! 🙌🏾👏🏾👍🏾”

“We celebrated an early Mother’s Day Saturday evening. Outstanding👏😎flavors, presentation, dessert, cocktails/ vibes..And our waiter(Luca) was personable , fun.”

“Always a great time at The New OC Tavern . Kevin the owner is the greatest host. Always checking on us . Making sure we’re having a good time. The bartender are great. Love how they know what I like to drink 🍹.”

“I think this is probably the best Chinese food. I’ve had here in San Clemente or nearby it’s always fresh and hot. I do take out and eat in, and the portions are generous and very flavorful.”

“Great place to get some classics. Great service, awesome vintage Dennys sign off the interstate”

“Soy dueño de las franquicias desde hace 28 años estoy esperando su comunicación de mis ganancias y más con sus derivados tengo mi. Contrato de franquicias con Dennys restaurantes cocos bakery restaura”

“We were recommended to visit this place by our family that lives in San Clemente. So glad we did! The place has delicious options and the prices are fine considering we are in a beach town. Would definitely visit again.”

“I spent years in Japan and for an hour I forgot I was in California! The food is outstanding and authentic. ありがとうございました!”

“Great Food. Creative interior design. Wonderful staff. Unique comfort food. My favorite is the Smoked Meatloaf Breakfast Sandwich. Very cozy. Only 12 tables, that are always full. Lots of “Regular” customers. This is a place that you want to return to, time and time again.”

“Wow! I had the best coffee and my husband a delicious smoothie prepared by Ethan!!! Congratulations! Awesome atmosphere!!!! We loved it and will recommend this place a 100%! Keep up with the good job!! Thank you Ethan!!!!!”

“Fun and unique flavors like tarot, cucumber & elderflower, pineapple & ginger. They also offer dairy free and vegan ice creams as well! So delicious and their staff is super friendly too!”

“Great selection of flavors, high quality ingredients and so delicious! You won't miss the dairy 😉”

“Always have had a great experience here, and I have going here for over 40 years!!!”

“delicious breakfast best hashbrowns ever!”

“Amazing venue, Great beers and pizza! A must do if you are in the area!”

“The food is really good and is definitely a place where you can come to enjoy food when you're hungry. My family and I make sure to save our stomachs until we get there so we can eat as much as we want. Super good, would recommend definitely.”

“My husband and I got the vanilla latte, matcha latte, banana nut muffin and the blueberry muffin. Drinks were good. Muffin were tasty but undercooked. We didn't mind, but I'm sure someone would.”

“I stumbled upon this area unexpectedly and decided to explore. This restaurant was open and it looked very elegant and clean. There was plenty of seating outside and I liked that the soup ? of the day was cream of broccoli. I decided to enjoy a bow and it was delicious ?. It was creamy but you could still savor chunks of broccoli. It hit the spot! For some reason, it took a long time for my order to arrive. The staff was professional and cordial. I wish there were more than 1 Italian red wine available. I enjoyed a nice glass of Californian Pinot Noir.
I thought prices were average and the happy hour offers discounts.
You can get a little view if the Pacific Coast I'd you sit outside facing West.
I would definitely come back.”

“I’m not sure that San Clemente understands what a gem this place is. The food is really good Thai food, which is hard to find. The service was great. Those people that had a bad experience, they should try again. We I went it was too very kind guys doing their best to make great food. I can’t wait to go to sleep so I can wake up and eat the leftovers. We had the wonton soup and the pad see ew. They were even happy to steam chicken for our doggo.”

“great beach side place. Mexican treats.”

“Outstanding Burgers, Salads, Carnitas sandwiches, hot dogs! I’ve had them all.. Best place to enjoy with family and friends.”

“Fantastic atmosphere. Felt like sitting in the hull of a pirate ship. Best selection of rums I've ever seen (more than 100). All that and surprisingly reasonable prices on expertly crafted drinks!”

“Found it driving back home. Such a beautiful arrangement of food and very fresh. If the lunch salad is this good, you know the quality of the rest of the food will follow. Nice people too. Will become a stop on the way from now on.”

“Finally got to try one of their famous cakes. Delicious!!!! Had an online order and we were instantly greeted by a very nice young man working there, our cake was ready and we were good to go within a minute. I love the small business vibe they have and the enthusiasm from the employees. Will be back!”

“They offers fresh, flavorful sushi with beautifully crafted rolls and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're indulging in traditional sashimi or creative fusion dishes, the quality and presentation are consistently impressive.”

“Wow!! What a difference new ownership and a remodel have made. My wife mentioned this place, I retorted, what a dump.... don't go in the bathrooms. This place has changed and all for the better. She had the waffles and we came back for more. The original owner Pete Katsimientas (sp) woud be proud. They even keep his Pete's Burger the quality of which dropped off with the previous owner. I will try the Pete's Burger again next trip there.”

“Amazing pizza and atmosphere! Can’t wait to come back again!”

“Great crispy chicken sandwich, bbq burger, kids burger meal, jalapeño burger, sweet potato crispscut fries … all of it was great!!!! Thanks for a great Sunday lunch!!!”

“We were heading back home from a stay in Dana point & discovered our tire was flat, we stopped in at the Big O tires to get the flat tire fixed and they recommended the sunrise cafe to take the kids to breakfast, so we walked over to the sunrise cafe, we were instantly greeted and sat right away, the staff was so kind so friendly, Our food was delicious!!!!! We left the cafe walked back to Big O tires to pick up our vehicle and get back on the road for a 10 hour drive to home .. 3 hours into our drive, my son panics and says mom I left my retainers wrapped in the napkin at the sunrise cafe, (retainers are expensive to replace) I thought it was a long shot but worth trying, we called and sunrise cafe, Lexie answered the phone (she was our waitress) I begin to explain the situation & ask if there’s any chance they could look in the trash, (realizing, knowing what I was asking was out of the ordinary & gross to rummage through trash looking for retainers wrapped in a napkin) Lexie was so kind, she said let me see what we can do, she took my phone number down & told me she would call me either way. I said thank you & we ended the call. A few minutes later I received a text saying the trash was already taken out to the dumpster. I replied no worries I understand, and I thanked her for her efforts.. A few minutes later she text me again saying “we’ve got them “ what’s your address and I’ll send them to you… I couldn’t believe it! They did not have to do that for me, I couldn’t believe it, we are so incredibly grateful! we had already loved our experience at sunrise cafe, this experience has left a forever impression and impact ! Thank you Lexie! Thank you Miguel thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍”

“Amazing taco 🌮 experience”

“Best Ice Cream around, so many great flavors. I can't wait to try them all”

“Always the best of everything and the staff is fabulous”

“Great restaurant! The fish is good quality and very fresh. The ideal texture. They have a great selection of options for your bowl (and a scoop of avocado is free!) Their prices are competitive with other places in the area.”

“I love this choice location! The smoothies are great and the staff is even better. Kat & Emily are the backbone and are professional, friendly and super knowledgable on all the great tasty options they offer. Love it.”

“DELICIOUS !!! food and wonderful people”

“Great food and service. Was very impressed to see all workers wearing gloves and masks. Other restaurants need to follow your example. These are uncertain times and every precaution is necessary. I want to help support local businesses but if they don't protect both staff and workers, I won't be back. Kudos to you Guichos!❤”

“I've found my new favorite hidden hideout in San Clemente! Tucked away in this charming old town shopping center is Alohaha, a place that absolutely nails both açai bowls and coffee in the most delightful way.

First off, the staff here deserves a special shoutout — they're genuinely warm and welcoming in that way that makes you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Abby in particular is an absolute ray of sunshine who reminds you in her demeanor, that life is beautiful!

Their coffee smoothies are where the magic happens. The perfect balance of rich coffee flavor and smoothie goodness that somehow manages to be refreshing and energizing at the same time. Not too sweet, not too bitter — just right.

What really elevates this place to 4.5 star territory is the whole vibe of the location. There's something special about being nestled in this old town shopping center that feels like a little escape from the everyday hustle. It's the perfect spot to just hang, sip something delicious, and soak in the laid-back atmosphere. I've spent hours here just vibing, working on my laptop, or catching up with friends. This place captures that quintessential SoCal energy that keeps me coming back again and again!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​”

“We have been regular customers for several years???They make the best smoothies ever. And the prices are affordable. Quality healthy smoothies from a family operated business with lots of pride in serving the San Clemente community.”

“Heard about this place from the ramen con event in Torrance back in 2023. I ordered the garlic tonkatsu. It was very delicious. The ramen had flavor and garlic was very good. Presentation was also good. I will come back again when I am in the area.”

“While on my morning walk I found this cute lil cafe that sits directly on the beach by the San Clemente Pier. My son got the bagel breakfast sandwich & coffee, my daughter got the nutella toast & I got the acai bowl. We all thought our food was good. We will def be back on our next visit there!”

“Great flavor, great service and great prices”

“I will say this place is amazing I’ve been very happy with every bite of my Baja beef wrap I had the spinach tortilla as my wrap and the secret sauce as my condiment and I can’t recommend it enough the outdoor seating area was perfect for socializing and enjoying the weather. The flavor is perfect with portion and I ordered the small size drink which for my weight loss goals was ideal!!”

“Cute coffee shop located in front of the San Clemente Pier. The storefront seating offers breathtaking ocean views. Great coffee, great prices, and very friendly staff.”

“Great place & Beer list. Smokehouse & plenty of room. Very friendly place”

“The staff are always courteous and welcoming. The sandwiches are always tasty too!”

“One of the last great dive bars in the US with a great selection of local craft beers on tap. Awesome bartenders, great live music and an amazing hidden wine store and lounge in the back.”

“Local spot, good service, and the burgers were amazing! Was able to drop in and upon the first bite the Dodgers won game 1 of the world series and it was a pretty cool core memory moment.”

“The croissant was very good ,I give it 10/10 but the lady in the front , her customer service was not my fav , she sounds quite sarcastic . In my opinion she does not
How to serve others. I hope the location in new port beach is better since I follow this restaurant and I do have big expectations about it .
I want to believe maybe was this the location that I choose wrong.”

“This building was just your average bar, but the service and clientele were phenomenal!! I was in town visiting my son at Camp Pendleton for Thanksgiving. Jess didn't just give suggestions of a place to try and get reservations for Thanksgiving dinner, she called, got reservations set up, and made it happen for us. I instantly felt at home and made life long friends.”

“Stopped here yesterday with a bunch of hungry Harley riders the staff was super cool & friendly my hamburger was out of this world now that’s what I call a hamburger & fast service we all left a good tip for the hardworking staff I gotta hit this spot again soon”

“Friendly and helpful staff. Good beer selection.

Parking: There are about 6 parking spots on the property. There's a free parking lot next to Nomads. There is also limited street parking.”

“Came for lunch with my gran about a month after my grandfather passed. It was my gran's first outing since the funeral and i was worried but our server was this adorable silver haired woman named Rebecca. She had my Gran laughing the whole time. We ordered combos and the suggested jalapeño watermelon margaritas, which were spicy and refreshing. We needed a nap afterwards because we were too stuffed! My gran won't stop asking when we can go back. Thank you South of Nicks for lovely meal, and Thank you Rebecca, for helping a family member feel normal after tragedy. You are in our prayers”

“I have to rate The Mediterranean Rim on Del Mar 5Stars. Their food is Always consistent, and always consistently delicious. Such a cute and cozy place. Its our favorite “date night” restaurant in town. I personally Love the goat cheese salad, Squash Soup, Skirt Steak, Fish, ?Wine sections are great, and the sauces they create are fantastic. Must add the best homemade cheesecake for desert. Thank you.”

“Best Tomo fried rice, smothered fries, and Ramen I've had since moving to south OC. And the staff is super friendly! I drive 15 to 20 minutes just to get their food.”

“It was fantastic! Amazing craft cocktails I've never had anything like before. Food was also fantastic. Local fish, local produce, how can you go wrong. Get the Tessie for a drink, amazing cocktail ?”

“Excellent food. Some of the best around. I highly recommend it.”

“Visited In-N-Out while on a visit to San Clemente, CA. While I have been to cleaner In-N-Out’s, the food here was the same quality and standards as the best ones. And as always, this place was the hustle and bustle on a Sat night!”

“Quality food at fair prices! Can't wait to come back & actually sit down in the nice dining area. 👍🏼”

“been here a couple times now and I love love the coffee. the caramel vanilla latte is so good everytime. and all the employees have been really sweet and friendly. it’s my new fav coffee place. I believe he said his name was Ryan, but he was super kind with amazing service :)”

“Very pleasing atmosphere calm peaceful elegant great peace of mind I enjoyed my food there and drinks are great as well”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Met with a networking group here - coffee & pastries are outstanding! Great outdoor place to gather in such a beautiful setting of DTSC. What more could you want. La dolce vita!”

“Amazing venue, Great beers and pizza! A must do if you are in the area!”

“Amazing pizza and atmosphere! Can’t wait to come back again!”

“We celebrated an early Mother’s Day Saturday evening. Outstanding👏😎flavors, presentation, dessert, cocktails/ vibes..And our waiter(Luca) was personable , fun.”

“Wow! I had the best coffee and my husband a delicious smoothie prepared by Ethan!!! Congratulations! Awesome atmosphere!!!! We loved it and will recommend this place a 100%! Keep up with the good job!! Thank you Ethan!!!!!”

“My husband and I got the vanilla latte, matcha latte, banana nut muffin and the blueberry muffin. Drinks were good. Muffin were tasty but undercooked. We didn't mind, but I'm sure someone would.”

“Amazing taco 🌮 experience”

“Pedros featured fresh,tasty and promptly made Mexican food favorites! Fresh tasty salsas and there's a drive through too! Friendly servers make Pedros a real tasty treat!”

“Great place to get some classics. Great service, awesome vintage Dennys sign off the interstate”

“The food and service was amazing”