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South of Nick's - San Clemente
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(2,054)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.Vine Restaurant & Bar
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(3,155)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.
Brussels Bistro - San Clemente
Price: Moderate•Belgian•4.8(739)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.Buona Forchetta San Clemente
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(335)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.
Fig 313
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(883)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.Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Clemente
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.7(159)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, and Winner of San Clemente Best of awards in the wine category, 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.
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- RRussCalifornia Central Coast •19 reviews5.0Dined todayExpensive but worth every penny. Fantastic steaks and sides not to mention the dessert selection with homemade ice cream made weekly. Michael was a great waiter and gave us some good recommendations for the wine list as wellMore infoRare Society - San ClementePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• San Clemente•4.7
- FFrankVIPLos Angeles •70 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis was our second visit here and the food was even better than the first. Service was flawless. Lychee martini was to die for. Great spot for dinner.More infoFig 313Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• San Clemente•4.7
- GGeorginaDenver / Colorado •11 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOur service was very attentive and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious and brought out in a timely manner.More infoParlor, Woodfire Kitchen & CocktailsPrice: Moderate• American• San Clemente•4.7
- JJohnGreater Boston •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat experience! Food and service was outstanding! Crispy duck wings are amazing.More infoVine Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• San Clemente•4.9
- DDebbieVIPOrange County •17 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoLovely dining experience. Service was exceptional, from start to finish. Not overbearing, but there when needed. We enjoyed beer flight, mussels and fries, and birthday celebration. Will definitely be back.More infoBrussels Bistro - San ClementePrice: Moderate• Belgian• San Clemente•4.8
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San Clemente is located in the rolling hills of Orange County. Cross-cut ribs are particularly popular at bistros and small restaurants here. More generally, steakhouses dominate the culinary industry. These steakhouses range from upscale establishments to smaller eateries that serve homemade foods. Chefs use beef from local ranches, guaranteeing freshness for all cuts of meat. Indian food also has a surprisingly large influence. On the West End, Indian restaurants form a small community that shares facilities and staff. The food here has been lauded by critics who recognize its authenticity and complex flavor. Overall, San Clemente has luxurious food in casual environments, an awesome combination that leads to a unique cuisine.
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Dog friendly restaurants in San Clemente include Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Clemente, South of Nick's - San Clemente and Buona Forchetta San Clemente
Child friendly restaurants in San Clemente include Parlor, Woodfire Kitchen & Cocktails, Nick's - San Clemente and Brussels Bistro - San Clemente
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