Tavern at the Mission

4.7

497 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Renowned Orange County restaurateur David Wilhelm, along with longtime partner Gregg Solomon, purchased this iconic location in the heart of charming downtown San Juan Capistrano overlooking the Jewel of the California missions.

The menu features many of his signature classic comfort foods such as his Famous Buttermilk Fried Chicken, French 75's Onion Soup, and Whiskey Shrimp Dijon, featured at his Tavern House Kitchen+Bar in Newport Beach.

Chef Wilhelm is a longtime South County resident, well known for the many concepts he has created over the years including Kachina, Sorrento Grille, French 75, Savannah Chophouse and Jimmy's Famous American Tavern.

Tavern at the Mission has a large, tree covered, pet friendly patio with beautiful mission views. The interiors have been beautifully renovated with a chandelier lit dining room and a warm central fireplace. Our' Tumbleweed Bar' is designed as an homage to San Juan Capistrano's Equestrian and Vaqueros history.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 240-2229
Website
https://www.tavernatthemission.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
DAVID WILHELM
Private party facilities
Private dining room and patio areas available for large groups.

Location
26860 Old Mission Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Neighborhood
San Juan Capistrano
Cross street
Old Mission Road & El Camino Real, Public Lots $2 Validation w/ Ticket
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 497 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tavern at the Mission offers a delightful dining experience with "great food" and "excellent service." Patrons rave about the "cozy" atmosphere, particularly the beautiful patio setting. The diverse menu, including standout items like the "French Onion Soup," garners praise. Betty and other attentive staff enhance the overall experience, making it a must-visit.

497 Reviews

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Jan
Orange County
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the Sole and my hubby had the lamp everything was so good. I love the Tavern.
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Elinor
Greater Boston
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent and value outstanding.
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Helen
Orange County
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great Happy Hour in the bar area...lots of food selections, really good prices.
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Christina
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are inside because it’s getting so cold. You must have the French onion soup.
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Debbie
Orange County
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Celebrated my husband’s birthday lunch with his Mom. He ordered hamburger medium rare, but it was way too rare and had to send it back. We ordered the Eggs Benedict which was so delish! Waitress was super nice. Nice restaurant with decent food.
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Sydrah
San Antonio
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite restaurants! We always have a great experience!
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Cassie
Tahoe
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a family dinner with two picky eaters, and they loved their meals. A couple of our favorites were the grilled filet mignon skewers and the pepperoni & sausage flatbread. The ambiance is beautifully romantic, I love the natural stone they use on the walls. All in all a great place to eat!
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Sue
Orange County
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Happy Hour. We sat in the bar, and the food was yummy! We will definatly be back!
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nadine
Los Angeles
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food wa excellent and curated both in size and taste. Great service. Loved the flatbreads, fried chicken and filet. We brought some friends who had never been and they enjoyed it immensely and joined the VIP program.
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Steve
Orange County
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go to Tavern at the Mission approx. 3 times a month. That’s a lot considering all restaurant options. It is becoming a staple in our home since they are so consistent on great service and excellent food quality. The French onion soup is a must try. Prime Rib Dip equally as a great option - (if your hungry) The salmon- cooked perfectly! Duck Mousse? Absolutely my favorite thing on the menu! No restaurant has this. It’s truly one of our absolute favorite restaurants. Ambience is perfect for meeting friends and smaller dinner parties. Just fabulous! So happy they are in our town.
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FAQs

Tavern at the Mission offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 240-2229.

Tavern at the Mission is rated 4.7 stars by 497 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

26860 Old Mission Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Old Mission Road & El Camino Real, Public Lots $2 Validation w/ Ticket
Neighborhood
San Juan Capistrano
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
DAVID WILHELM
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.tavernatthemission.com/
Phone number
(949) 240-2229
Private party facilities
Private dining room and patio areas available for large groups.

Tavern at the Mission

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What 497 people are saying

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