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- JJenniferLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat place for a girls day trip! I have been several times and it has always been a great experience More infoThe Tea House on Los RiosPrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• San Juan Capistrano•4.8
- MmichelleOrange County •6 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoThis place has delicious food and a good price point. Love the atmosphere, we sat inside which can be a little loud at the rush. Their patio is beautiful, we ate here in the winter but when the weather is warmer will definitely sit out there.More infoTavern at the MissionPrice: Expensive• American• San Juan Capistrano•4.7
- JJoseSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoBeautiful patio to enjoy with friends and family. Service and food is always on point. Love the ambience.More infoRancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan CapistranoPrice: Moderate• American• San Juan Capistrano•4.8
- BBrookeOrange County •7 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoAlways a great experience with El Adobe. Staff is attentive and food is fresh and comes out quick.More infoEl Adobe de CapistranoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Juan Capistrano•4.8
- NNancyVIPLos Angeles •4 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoMayfield is my favorite restaurant in OC ~ love the vibe, the food and the cocktails! Great location in downtown San Juan Capistrano near the train station, across from Swallows Saloon (a lively dive bar), and a block from the historic Mission SJC. The atmosphere is fresh modern industrial with vaulted ceilings and garage-style windows in the front that roll up and let in fresh air and energy from the street. The Middle Eastern-inspired food is delicious, and I highly recommend the “Supper Club” shared plates option (5 courses). The first course is “Rip and Dip,” an assortment of hummus, Baba Ganoush, and feta cheese served with warm crusty bread for dipping. The other courses are varied (lamb shank, steak, chicken, branzino, tuna crudo, and vegetarian), and all are delicious. My favorite dessert is the Sticky Toffee Pudding. Highly recommend Mayfield in SJC.More infoMayfield- San Juan CapistranoPrice: Expensive• Californian• San Juan Capistrano•4.9
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One of California's most scenic and historic towns, San Juan Capistrano is built around the Mission San Juan Capistrano. This one-of-a-kind landmark dates back to the 1700s. Quite a few of the homes and commercial buildings here also feature Mission Revival Style architecture, including many of the abundant restaurants in the area. The dining options here range from classic Southwest burritos to the finest contemporary French and Italian cuisines. If you're in the area, be sure to try one of the many popular dishes that feature California sun-dried tomatoes. For those who care to partake, many restaurants offer Orange County wine that stands proudly with the best American vintages.
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The best reviewed restaurant in San Juan Capistrano is Wine Tasting at Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano
The best vegan restaurants in San Juan Capistrano are The Tea House on Los Rios, Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano and El Adobe de Capistrano
The best vegetarian restaurants in San Juan Capistrano are The Tea House on Los Rios, El Adobe de Capistrano and Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano
The restaurants with the best service in San Juan Capistrano are Wine Tasting at Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano, Rosewood Social and Bloom Restaurant + Bar
The restaurants with the best ambiance in San Juan Capistrano are Wine Tasting at Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano, The Tea House on Los Rios and Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano
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