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1. Nick's - San Clemente
4.8
Exceptional(3208)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Clemente
Booked 79 times today
Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails & an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our intimate restaurant features a chic island bar, walls of glass and a spacious covered patio, perfect for people watching. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.
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2. Fig 313
4.7
Exceptional(891)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • San Clemente
Booked 17 times today
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.
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3. Vine Restaurant & Bar
4.9
Exceptional(3174)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Clemente
Booked 41 times today
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.
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4. Buona Forchetta San Clemente
4.8
Exceptional(344)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Clemente
Booked 32 times today
Experience a piece of the Buona Forchetta San Diego heritage through authentic Italian recipes that have been handed down through generations. Today, there are five locations around San Diego, with our sixth in San Clemente (plus a recent seventh in Newport Beach). Buona Forchetta’s Italian wood-fired pizzas—with the perfectly soft-yet-crispy crusts—continue to garner awards including San Diego Magazine Best Pizza 2023 Critic’s Choice, Gambero Rosso Best Pizzeria, Gayot Best Italian Restaurant San Diego, OpenTable Diner’s Choice and more. Our handmade pasta dishes bursting with rich flavors, fresh seafood specialities and decadent desserts will all leave you craving more. All Buona Forchetta locations also offer gluten-free Italian options and rotating specials.
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5. Signature Grille at Talega Golf Club
new
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Price: Expensive
• American • San Clemente
Talega Golf Club ( TGC) , with its Spanish architecture is located in the hills of San Clemente, and is renowned as an award winning wedding and event venue. TGC is re-opening to the public for ala carte weekday Lunch and Sunday Buffet Brunch. TGC has a cozy, casual to upscale atmosphere for indoor and outdoor dining where golfers and the public can fill up before or after a round of golf, and relax on Sundays with a Brunch Buffet and option for bottomless champagne while enjoying views of the golf course and surrounding landscape from oversized arched windows in a newly renovated restaurant. Along with a range of meal service, the TGC Grille also has a full Bar and Deli.The TGC Grille menu includes Sunday Buffet Brunch with custom omelet and pasta station, weekly entrees, fresh fruit, seafood offerings, breakfast pastries, desserts, and more. Brunch reservations and walk ins welcome. Weekday ala carte lunch menu includes appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and mains.
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6. The Tea House on Los Rios
4.7
Exceptional(3022)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 42 times today
Set in a beautifully restored 1911 cottage complete with a wrap-around veranda and lush gardens, The Tea House on Los Rios offers Orange County's premier high tea experience. Known for our famous scones, delicious tea sandwiches, and loose-leaf teas, we also feature a full luncheon menu and a weekend brunch menu, complete with mimosas and Bloody Marys. Join us for an unforgettable experience on Historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. Take the train and making a day of it!
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7. Luciana's Ristorante
4.7
Exceptional(3508)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 46 times today
Located in a historical home in the resort town of Dana Point, California, Luciana's Ristorante has been serving the Orange County community for over 40 years. The decor is reminiscent of a cozy European-style inn, establishing it as one of Orange County's most romantic restaurants. Awarded the Southern California Restaurant Writers gold medal since 1996, three stars from the California Restaurant Writers, Zagat's Survey "America’s 1,000 Top Italian Restaurants 2008" and an Award of Excellence for its wine list, Luciana's has been setting the standard for classic as well as innovative Italian cuisine. Whether visiting our cozy restaurant or our Bed and Breakfast and Cooking School in Tuscany, Italy, you are sure to experience the best and freshest combination of the old and new worlds.
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8. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano
4.6
Exceptional(425)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 25 times today
Rancho Capistrano Winery is honored to be recognized as Southern California’s Best Winery by the OC Register and as the 2024 San Juan Capistrano Business of the Year.We’re also proud winners of multiple Best of San Juan Awards, including Best Restaurant, Best Dinner, Best Lunch, Best Ambiance, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Wine, and more. These accolades reflect our commitment to excellence and have made Rancho Capistrano Winery a must-visit destination for both locals and visitors alike.As Orange County’s largest winery, we produce over 40 unique wines sourced from premier grape-growing regions such as Paso Robles, Lodi, Northern California, and Washington. Our passion for exceptional winemaking is matched by our culinary excellence—our award-winning signature dishes are thoughtfully crafted to pair perfectly with our wines.Come experience why Rancho Capistrano Winery continues to raise the bar for food, wine, and hospitality in Southern California.
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9. Chart House Restaurant - Dana Point
4.4
Awesome(6545)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 77 times today
Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.
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10. Rosewood Social
4.7
Exceptional(232)
Price: Expensive
• Southeast Asian • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 36 times today
Located on the rooftop of the historic Franciscan Plaza in San Juan Capistrano, Rosewood Social combines the unique flavors of the traditional American steakhouse with soulful Southeast Asian cuisine. Enjoy delicious food with a signature cocktail or a glass of wine on a terrace overlooking Mission San Juan at sunset. Join us for a relaxing and truly memorable dining and drinking experience!

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