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A photo of Nick's - San Clemente restaurant
1. Nick's - San Clemente
4.8
Exceptional(3199)
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. South of Nick's - San Clemente
4.8
Exceptional(2064)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • San Clemente
Booked 76 times today
An essential stop in Orange County for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen & Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking. 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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3. 501 Restaurant and Bar
4.2
Awesome(13)
Price: Expensive
• American • San Clemente
Booked 1 time today
Nestled in the heart of San Clemente, 501 Restaurant and Bar is where locals come to savor the best of our coastal cuisine throughout the day. From indulgent breakfast classics to innovative lunch creations and elegant dinner dishes, each plate is thoughtfully crafted by Chef Aron and his team.Start your culinary journey with our renowned crab cakes or crispy fried brussels sprouts, perfect for sharing as you immerse yourself in the laid-back ambiance of San Clemente. Indulge in our tender boneless short ribs or our signature Scampi Bagatta, a delightful twist on a classic favorite, or opt for our fresh and flavorful Fish Tacos, a true taste of the coast. Our Shore Smash Burger is a must-try, perfectly paired with stunning views and the relaxed vibes of San Clemente living.We take pride in hosting and catering your special events, bringing the flavors of San Clemente to your celebrations, whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, or intimate gathering with frien
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4. 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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5. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
4.8
Exceptional(2563)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 17 times today
RAYA, a restaurant concept by Chef Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin coastal cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and signature Latin flavors.
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6. Wind & Sea Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1893)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 30 times today
The Wind & Sea Restaurant is located on the water in the Dana Point Harbor. With water on three sides, every table has a spectacular view. We serve fresh fish selections daily as well as Lobster tail, shrimp, steaks, and vegetarian dishes.Monday through Friday (not available Holidays and Special occasions) we have Hawaiian Happy Hour from 4:00 to 7:00 featuring our world famous Mai Tai's as well as draft beer, wine and food specials. Big screen TV's, keep the lounge exciting at all times. The waterfront open-air patio serves the full menu and is heated at night, perfect for an order of nachos and a margarita or a full dinner under the stars. Private banquet facilities accommodate 20 to 75.
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7. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano
4.6
Exceptional(416)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 37 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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8. Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano
4.8
Exceptional(480)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 24 times today
**We are walk in only for Brunch. Reservations & walk ins available for Dinner**Mayfield combines modern Californian cooking with flavors from the Levant region, an area spanning the Middle East, Mediterranean and North Africa. Made to be shared, our food is designed to be experienced and enjoyed together.Please include any humans, big or small, in your guest count so we can make sure we have enough space at the table for you all.
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9. Harpoon Henry's Seafood Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1532)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Dana Point / Monarch Beach
Booked 23 times today
OPEN FOR DINING INDOORS AND ON OUR WATERFRONT OUTDOOR PATIO Join us dockside for dining with sweeping Harbor views; for a weekend breakfast, or lunch/dinner daily... in the evenings we have patio heaters to keep you warm!Harpoon Henrys Seafood Restaurant is proud to offer a spectacular waterfront view, fresh seafood, and the latest in California Beach Cuisine. We offer our guests harbor views from our dining room and our outdoor waterfront patio. For 46 years, we have provided the best in service, ambiance, and cuisine. We have been winners of awards from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association”, a finalist for Dining Excellence from both the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the County of Orange, and our wine list has been awarded a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.”
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10. O'Neill's Bar & Grill
4.7
Exceptional(1143)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 23 times today
O'Neill's - our 4,600 square foot bar and grill - is a very popular place after a round of golf. Enjoy great meals and cocktails while you also take in the breathtaking views of the Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo, Trabuco Creek, and the course.

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