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A photo of Parlor, Woodfire Kitchen & Cocktails restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(119)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Clemente
Parlor is the gathering place to welcome and entertain our community. A comfortable setting to enjoy amazing food and share your favorite drink. This is our version of Pizza Americana. The kitchen uses local almond and white oak to fire and finish our dishes. All of the pizzas, pastas, salads and signature plates are made from scratch, starting with fresh, local, high quality ingredients prepared daily. The sauce is made with hand crushed tomatoes grown in California. We use only the finest cheese and our sourdough is cold fermented with a starter over 30 years old. We look forward to serving you!
A photo of Vine Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(3022)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Clemente
Welcome to Vine Restaurant and Bar located in San Clemente. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.
A photo of Gema restaurant
4.4
Awesome(238)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • San Clemente
Booked 7 times today
With a moody Mexico City vibe & modern dining room, Gema has an intimate neighborhood feel & buzzy bar scene. Our scratch-made kitchen highlights the finest Mexican ingredients & the countries staples of corn, chiles & regional cheeses .Our craft cocktail program changes with the season & features house-made syrups & fresh daily juiced citrus. Our bar hosts over 100 bottles of Mexico's finest small batch Mezcals which can be enjoyed in a flight or purchased by bottle and housed for your convenience inour Mezcal Liabrary. Our wines are brought in from Valle de Guadaulape and offer an amazing taste into the emerging Baja wine region. Gema celebrates the vast & sophisticated cuisine of Mexico, its people & its culture. We are proud to serve authentic Mexican cuisine that moves beyond the stereotypical bean and rice culture often associatedwith Mexican eateries. We hope you join us at Gema to experience the true palate of Mexican dining.
A photo of Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Clemente restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(117)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Clemente
Located in the heart of San Clemente, the Rancho Capistrano Winery location exudes a captivating charm that seamlessly blends with the coastal beauty of the surroundings. The architecture, adorned with rustic elegance, creates an inviting atmosphere for wine enthusiasts and visitors alike. With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, the San Clemente location at Rancho Capistrano Winery invites guests to savor fine wines, enjoy exquisite cuisine, while immersed in the coastal beauty of Southern California.
A photo of Brussels Bistro - San Clemente restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(675)
Price: Moderate
• Belgian • San Clemente
Since 2004, Brussels Bistro has brought the best of Belgium's flavors to Southern California.Brussels, Capital of Belgium, is also the Capital of Europe. Brussels Bistro restaurants, Chef Thomas Crijns (From the prestigious Namur Hotel School) and his teams offer a unique and authentic experience of the Belgian and French cuisine in the Heart of southern California. Come travel with us, enjoy and taste the Brussels Bistro Experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere in both Laguna Beach and San Clemente. Come enjoy our Special Mussels & Belgian Fries, the Chef's Boeuf Bourguignon, our Famous Pork Shank, amongst other unique Belgian and French Selections.
A photo of Pronto Cucina Italiana restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(47)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Clemente
Indulge in our authentic Italian cuisine and experience the taste of Italy right here in San Clemente, CA on the famous Avenida Del Mar. Our family, originally from Sicily, has been proudly owning and operating Pronto Cucina Italiana since April 2021, bringing you the finest dishes made with imported Italian ingredients and locally sourced produce. Specializing in pasta and pizza, from different regions in Italy. Menu and wine list curated by Ole award-winning Chef Adriano Piazza.
A photo of Fig 313 restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(806)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • San Clemente
Built in 1927, Fig313 stands today as an original historical landmark of San Clemente, with a history that is meant to be shared with its seaside community. Carefully constructed in the Spanish Colonial Revival style, distinctive design features include red-tile roofs, white stucco walls, hand-crafted windows and arches, painted tiles, and open-air courtyards.Originally owned for the first 33 years by John and Jeanette Riley, 313 El Camino Real was renowned as Riley’s Waffle and Coffee Shop. Legend has it that actor John Wayne frequented the restaurant for a hearty American breakfast along with many travelers from all over the world. From 1960 on, Riley’s Café would change ownership many times, evolving into a furniture store, French restaurant, tequila company, and catering business. In 2012, the current owners purchased the property and began renovations and restoration, while staying true to the integrity of the original style.
A photo of Sylvester's Italian Chophouse restaurant
4.3
Awesome(51)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Clemente
Welcome to Sylvester’s Italian Chophouse. Located near the water in a beautiful 1932 historic building in the seaside community of San Clemente California. We share a culinary interest, respect and appreciation for traditional Italian and French foods. The goal of keeping it simple with good breads, pizza, pasta and a variety of steaks, all paired with outstanding wines. Our kitchen is comprised of a team that has cooked at top restaurants around the world. With experience in both fine and casual dining, we landed in the middle, on what San Clemente does best, “causally sophisticated”. We are so happy to have you and your family with us!
A photo of Truly Pizza restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(334)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Located in the heart of the Lantern District in Dana Point, Truly Pizza is an artisanal neighborhood pizzeria where friends and family can relax and enjoy the fellowship of sharing pizza - the world's greatest communal food. Our outdoor garden design, rooftop wine experience and nurturing service style promote a welcoming sense of community by offering friends and neighbors a casual dining environment filled with personal touch points every step of the way. *We are an outdoor restaurant with patio & rooftop dining only. We provide blankets and heaters for guests*Please note 20% gratuity is added for parties of 8 or larger.
A photo of RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2427)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
RAYA, a restaurant concept by Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin Coastal Cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and Chef Sandoval’s signature Latin flavors.

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  • BobandLili
    Orange County •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Nice atmosphere that’s lively but not loud, excellent food choices on the menu plus a great variety of daily special offered. Service was spot on! Prices are a bit on the high side but you do need to pay for quality ingredients and generous portions.
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    Brussels Bistro - San ClementePrice: Moderate• Belgian• San Clemente
    4.7
  • Todd
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great new restaurant in San Clemente! Food was outstanding, but the service was even better! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted and welcomed by wait staff. ALL of the waiters I walked by on my way to my table, while carrying food and serving others, welcomed me in! The food was tasty and the ambience felt like home.
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    Parlor, Woodfire Kitchen & CocktailsPrice: Moderate• American• San Clemente
    4.6
  • Anita Olsonvip
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had an absolutely amazing experience. We had a brand new waiter. It was her first day waiting tables on her own and she was absolutely amazing. She was working under Adam I believe. I don’t remember her name and it was not on my receipt however she was Knowledgeable and available and just perfect in every way. We had the focaccia bread that was amazing! The ravioli were amazing. And we had a burger and the schnitzel and they both exceeded our expectations. We can’t wait to try another one of the restaurants in this partnership!
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    Vine Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• San Clemente
    4.9
  • Debravip
    Orange County •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Excellent service & food as well’ But wine choices are debatable— Only one Mexican Chardonnay available & not good!
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    GemaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• San Clemente
    4.4
  • Saravip
    Los Angeles •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 3, 2024
    Amazing little gem for lunch! $17 per glass of wine, adds up quickly to $50 for three glasses ( fair warning! ) We chose the Maverick wine which was fruit forward. Red and delicious, about $65 USD. The food was art on a plate. My friend had a large mozzarella ball drizzle with balsamic over her pesto chicken sandwich. I also recommend the truffle fries with Parmesan if you're going to have the burger. It was a satisfying lunch and we were glad to take a nice long walk with the scenic view afterwards to pop into some surf shops.
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    Rancho Capistrano Winery - San ClementePrice: Moderate• American• San Clemente
    4.8
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