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Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan Capistrano
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Price: Expensive
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American
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4.9
(661)
Sundried Tomato specializes in New American cuisine and we are committed to offering the freshest quality ingredients on every plate. Due to our intimate setting we kindly ask that for parties of 7 or more you contact us at the restaurant directly.
Let Sundried Tomato Host your event! Celebrate with us for your next baby shower, birthday, rehearsal dinner or any other special occasion.
We look forward to serving you soon.
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The Tea House on Los Rios
Price: Expensive
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Afternoon Tea
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4.8
(2018)
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. In addition to serving 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.
We are located on Historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. Consider taking the train and making a day of it!
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Bloom Restaurant + Bar
Price: Expensive
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American
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4.7
(437)
Bloom Restaurant & Bar Coming Soon!
Orange County-based restaurateur Russ Bendel and partners are bringing a sister restaurant to his thriving wine country concepts to the San Juan Capistrano dining scene.
Bloom is an all-encompassing dining experience, featuring craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beer selections.
Located directly across from the Mission of San Juan on the corner of Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano.
Check out our website for more information: www.BloomSanJuanCapistrano.com
Don't forget to follow us on instagram to stay up to date about Bloom: BloomRestaurantAndBar
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Ciao Pasta
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(1126)
Ciao Pasta offers the most authentic flavors of southern Italy in a historic setting reminiscent of the old world. Located in San Juan Capistrano, California, the restaurant serves upscale Italian fare using the finest quality ingredients. Such menu items include fresh Branzino, Lobster Ravioli, Pappardelle si porcini e truffle, baked Halibut And many more. Ciao Pasta offers unique blends of flavors using old family recipes that are sure to delight friends and family alike.
Happy hour at Ciao Pasta includes discounted house wine and beer, where guests are free to indulge in the beverages as they share affordable salads and calamari appetizers. Enjoy homemade martinis and wood-fired pizzas for a comfortable and fun dining experience.
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Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano
Price: Expensive
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Californian
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4.7
(267)
**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.
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El Adobe de Capistrano
Price: Moderate
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Mexican
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4.7
(850)
Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a historic setting at El Adobe de Capistrano. This landmark features a wedding chapel, stained-glass windows and additional beautiful architectural details. Its kitchen has a mesquite-burning grill where chefs prepare deliciously flavored seafood and steak dishes. Soups, salads and appetizers are also on the menu, including tasty desserts.Owners Tony Moiso and Gilbert Aguirre have kept the atmosphere and traditions of the El Adobe de Capistrano going. This establishment still prepares the dishes that President Nixon and his wife enjoyed while visiting during his administration. It has a full bar that serves various drinks, a lounge area for socializing and a patio in the front. El Adobe de Capistrano offers private rooms for banquets and other events. The Palenque features a retracting roof, making it ideal for hosting an event under the night sky. It offers brunch and has a Happy Hour.
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Rancho Capistrano Winery
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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Californian
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4.6
(200)
Winner of multiple Best of San Juan Awards including best restaurant, best dinner, best lunch, best ambiance, best wine and many more. Rancho Capistrano Winery has become the must go destination for locals and visitors alike.
The winery offers over 40 different house made wines created from from some of the worlds finest wine growing regions.
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Tavern at the Mission
Price: Expensive
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American
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4.5
(175)
RENOWNED ORANGE COUNTY RESTAURATEUR DAVID WILHELM, ALONG WITH LONGTIME FRIEND AND PARTNER GREGG SOLOMON, RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS ICONIC RESTAURANT IN THE HEART OF CHARMING DOWNTOWN SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO OVERLOOKING THE JEWEL OF THE CALIFORNIA MISSIONS.
It will continue as Cedar Creek Inn in the near future but Wilhelm will be introducing 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.
Cedar Creek Inn has a beautiful tree covered patio with views of Mission San Juan Capistrano and a warm interior with two fireplaces. Wilhelm intends to have this restaurant continue to be a neighborhood favorite.
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Ysidora Restaurant and Lounge (@ the Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano)
Price: Expensive
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Spanish
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4.5
(550)
Ysidora pays homage to the Mission's matriarch Ysidora Forster, and invites guests to relax, unwind and indulge in authentic Spanish flavors in a contemporary setting. Enjoy wood fired grilled seafood, hot and cold tapas, local meats and seasonal, locally sourced produce. San Juan Capistrano's moderate climate mimics that of Spain's, making for a perfect match of culinary offerings. The bar offers Spanish wines and Spanish influenced cocktails that honor Spain's olives and legendary gin and tonics.
Parking is Valet only available at main hotel entrance. $10 for first 2 hours with validation, $5 per hour for each subsequent hour. Please call us with any questions.

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Discover San Juan Capistrano

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.

Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in San Juan Capistrano is Sundried Tomato American Bistro - 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, Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano and El Adobe de Capistrano

The restaurants with the best service in San Juan Capistrano are Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan Capistrano, Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano and Bloom Restaurant + Bar

The restaurants with the best ambiance in San Juan Capistrano are Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano, Don Juan Mexican Kitchen & Bar and The Tea House on Los Rios

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