Cafe Rae

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My wife and I went to Cafe Rae this morning for breakfast. We had been there once before and really enjoyed it. This morning was another great visit. I had an omelette with tomatoes, feta cheese and pesto sauce. I also ordered a single pancake on the side, just to check out how good their pancakes are. My wife got an omelette with mushrooms and other veggies. Both omelettes were huge and delicious! They came with thickly sliced bread (we selected rye) which was also very good , and impressive. Speaking of impressive, the pancake was huge! It filled the entire plate! It was also light and delicious - the kind of pancake where you don't even need syrup, because it had a slight sweetness. The menu prices seemed high, but I will probably get three meals out of the food I ordered. Our service was ok - not bad, but nothing special. The restaurant is small and very quaint, a nice change of pace from the many sterile looking breakfast places around. Cafe Rae is now my favorite breakfast spot in San Clemente! read more

Cafe Rae - Omelette with lots of veggies. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Huge, delicious pancake! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Anthony W.

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If somewhere else on the planet has a better plate of huevos rancheros I haven't found it yet! Blueberry Pecan Coconut pancakes. ... you had me at blueberry :) ... come in midweek. You'll need to wait on the weekend for your brunch, but you'll be happy that you did. read more

Cafe Rae - Judge for yourself! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Leslie A.

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We went this morning to Cafe Rae. It is a funky cafe, run by a family. Tiny place with delicious food! We loved it. My husband had the breakfast bowl and I had an omelette with a side of French toast. Loved it all. The eggs were cooked perfectly. we would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Linda F.

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My "go to" when in San Clemente. Eclectic vibe and delicious breakfast burritos. I always eat half and save the rest for later, or pick up and hit the beach. Good, efficient service read more

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Abbie T.

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Food was amazing. The atmosphere was adorable! The service was 10/10 even though they were super busy!! We will be back!

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Miya A.

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Chicken pesto sandwich with green. All foods are good. I really recommend the restaurant. read more

Cafe Rae - Chicken Pesto sandwich with green Taste good !!!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Nancie M.

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If you want a lot of food for accessible price this is the place to go. I could not even eat 1/2 of my mexi cali breakfast bowl $14 and hubby got eggs and bacon ... so there is more than the menu so ask because I discovered that after I ordered from the main menu. Would have been nice to know but I will next time ... got here around 10 am and we were the only ones when we left place was packed. read more

Cafe Rae - Inside restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - 2 eggs with bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Cafe Rae - Mex cali bowl with scrambled eggs and veggies - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Maynard G.

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Great little beach city cafe with lots of character and ambiance. Food is good with generous portions. Service is attentive. Bring cash as it is preferred. Lots of parking. read more

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Amber F.

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The stuffed crunchy french toast. Chef kiss. Everything else was fantastic also and the service was great. read more

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Sandy C.

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First time here, loved the hippie vibe inside and the comfortable feel. It's not big, but there's quite a few seats and good for small families. They keep the door open which is nice, good air flow since there's no outdoor seating. Waitress was exceptional, so nice even though the poor thing was waiting on several tables with people coming in. Food is super tasty, I had the omelette and it was really good, one star off because I wish it came with potatoes...most breakfast places have an option of potatoes either hash-browns or roasted with your omelette and egg dishes. Would have rounded it out a bit better. Husbands breakfast bowl was okay, not as good as he hoped for, a little underwhelming for the price, he said he wished he got the omelette so next time, but other than that, experience was good and we'll be back for sure. read more

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Angel L.

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Just moved in to the city of San Clemente from the famous and chaotic "city of Los Angeles " and found this cafe very close from where I live now. This is my spot , I would definitely come for breakfast whenever I get a chance .! Food was soo good I had the Eggs florentine . Coffee was perfect . Staff was very polite and efficient, (they could smile more ") I def recommend this place . Atmosphere is great the tables by the window are popular so good luck on your visit . read more

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Kathie P.

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My favorite is the pancake as big as the plate, with eggs and bacon on top. The best! The staff treats us like friends. Highly recommended! read more

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Jazmin V.

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Cafe Rae is such a gem in San Clemente! We had a group order and placed it over the phone--everything was ready quickly with no delays. The guy at the counter was super friendly, which made the whole experience even better. The burritos were packed perfectly and what stood out the most--they actually use real eggs (not the boxed scrambled kind you usually see). You can totally taste the difference, and it made the burritos so much better. I had the ciabatta bacon sandwich with avocado and wow... absolutely delicious. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Rebecka H.

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This is a fun little diner that we just happened to come across. Pancakes are huge and delicious! Very relaxed, good service. Friendly people. Good food. Can't go wrong! read more

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Kat G.

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Cutest brunch spot EVER!! We randomly stumbled into this colorful little gem and I'm already planning my next visit. The vibe is so fun -- bright walls, tons of plants everywhere, and even a bubble machine floating through the air (yes, bubbles!!). Total serotonin boost The food? Incredible. We had the pancakes (peach + coconut) (Obsessed), turkey bacon, omelets, and coffee -- everything was cooked to perfection and so flavorful. The portions were generous and beautifully plated too. What really blew me away was the chef coming out to check on every table. He even explained how to reheat the pancakes to make them a dessert later -- which we totally did and it slapped. That kind of care and connection is rare these days. Such a feel-good, delicious experience from start to finish. 10/10 recommend if you love a quirky, wholesome spot with seriously amazing food! read more

Cafe Rae - Peach Coconut Almond Slices Pancake with Turkey bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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C K.

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Cafe Rae!!! I can't say good enough things about the food and service. The most friendly, kind waiter and neat environment. We had the amazing stuffed French toast and the brisket burrito, when I say it was the best breakfast we've ever had I'm not kidding. I can't wait to go back! read more

Cafe Rae - The bands he used to cook for! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Bands he used to cook for! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Rachel P.

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Service was excellent friendly staff. The food was delicious, my friend and I shared the mushroom, spinach and cheese omelet with a side of potatoes and 1 peach pancake. I didn't take a picture (sorry). It was all very delicious and reasonably priced. Definitely a very laid back vibe! read more

Cafe Rae - More potted plants and the entrance - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - The front of the building - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - The pretty potted plants at Cafe Rae - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Michelle O.

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We happen to be in this area for my nephew's football game. I found this place on yelp and decided to check it out! I'm so glad we came here. This restaurant has a cool little vibe to it. I loved the hippy feel of it. The food was so good! Felt like I was in someone's home and they made us breakfast. We tried a little of everything. Breakfast croissant, sandwich, breakfast burrito, a pancake and basic eggs and toast With home fries. Their homemade salsa was so good! I could get enough of it! If I'm ever in the area again I would definitely come back here. And I would recommend this restaurant to my family and friends! read more

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John P.

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Fantastic food and great service would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Great atmosphere and nice flowers

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roberta b.

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Soup was butternut squash and for my liking it was awful! Service was slow and not very friendly people working there! 3 people altogether! 2 seating you, 1 cook! Long wait, loud, crowded. Very small and too pricey! Maybe good breakfast? But I had lunch! Bowl of awful soup for $10.50! Waited way too long! read more

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Leah O.

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I ordered a breakfast omelet veggie with tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and avocado. The omelet came with breakfast potatoes and your choice of toast. The breakfast was great generous size omelet and potatoes. Everything was fresh and great tasting. This was my first time here. And will definitely come again. The service was great very friendly staff. read more

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Guadalupe C.

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The food and CAFE was so good ! Definitely recommend this stop. Also the service super sweet and recommending on what to order and reheat left over chocolate chip pancakes :) Thank you. read more

Cafe Rae - Half a stack of chocolate chip pancakes & Cafe Rae special French toast? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Brenda P.

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Small place, not much parking in a small strip mall. For a fairly empty place, we felt rushed to order by the older lady as soon as we were seated. She wasn't attentive to the few customers dining and was on her phone at the register. Another guest had to get up, walk up to her at the register and ask for a coffee refill. I had to get up and ask for my check. I handed her my card immediately and she insert it into the machine then just walked away! She went to take someone else's order! The machine started beeping because my card was in there too long. Another worker (owner/cook not sure) heard the beeping & walked over to pull the card out of the machine & finish the transaction. The food was good, place was clean but due to the service, can only give this place 2 stars. read more

Cafe Rae - Stuffed French toast w/side of bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Logan R.

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Came here for a few days in a row with my family this week, and enjoyed the way it started our mornings. We had coffee and most of their breakfast menu -- huevos rancheros, burrito, pancakes, French toast, croissant sandwich, eggs and bacon and sausage and home fries and toast and fruit. Enjoyed it all -- cleaned the plates with everything but the pancakes, but only because even the short stack is a huge amount of food. A good value, nice and accommodating staff/owners, and a calm and pleasant atmosphere -- we were in town dealing with a recent loss in our family and Cafe Rae and its breakfast played at least a small part in bringing me peace. Were the first meals to revive an appetite that had been lost. read more

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Damian M.

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This place is a hidden treasure!!! What a find!! The food is home cooked from scratch!! The service was on point. Don was amazing!! Such a fun vibe!! Got the Huevos Rancheros and 2 eggs any style!! Just great food. A must try!! Can't wait to come back!! read more

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Jerome T.

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We were knocked out by this place! Can't believe I slept on it for 18 years. Everything tasted perfect, even simple scrambled eggs. Home fries were melt-in-your-mouth with an herby touch. Lentil soup was amazing and deeply flavored... tasted like a multi-generational recipe. Super sweet people, bright colors, very reasonable prices...reminds me of little gems in Santa Cruz or Humbolt county where you can taste the love in the food. Meat and veggie friendly, both in earnest. read more

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Jaz M.

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I recommend the vegan bowl, but we added some eggs over easy on top. It was nutritious and filling, a great way to start the day. We also ordered some silver dollar pancakes and bacon from the kid's menu for my son, and an order of french toast on the side with banana and strawberries on top. The fruit was ripe, the pancakes and french toast were good. However, I recommend ordering the bowls that are more savory, flavor is great. Service can get a little slow, it is a small restaurant with few workers. read more

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Matthew M.

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Great breakfast spot located in San Clemente!! It is small but welcoming with unique decor. The service is friendly and welcoming. The food is good and filling. It is a great spot to be your day started when you are in town. read more

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J L.

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We happened upon this cute cafe by accident passing through on our way home from Long Beach. What a gem! Excellent service, decent prices, and great food. I recommend the mexi bowl with roasted veg, enough for 2 meals. Too bad we don't live closer, we would definitely be frequent customers! read more

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Marsha M.

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Always so deeliiish local eatery. I feel like I'm always getting ripped off by restaurants doing the bare minimum effort to prepare. Not here the kitchen always seem to make the meals as if they are serving their friends and family. Good portions excellent variety for non meat eaters. Flavors always fresh and good. The music playing always sets the tone. We can't let this place ever close due to lack of business because they're a gem. read more

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Pat K.

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One of our fav go-to breakfast spots, absolutely excellent food in a very pleasant environment. The chef/owner is amazing - our meals are always perfection. A special mention of his huevos ranchero and his huevos no huevos. And, let's not forget his morning potatoes, just perfect. We find the portions are so big, we never need lunch! read more

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Café Rae is always a winner, especially if you want attentive care and fresh food that is delicious. I've been coming here for years and it never disappoints. I usually come with a friend and we share a veggie scramble with goat cheese and an order of the crunchy French toast dredged in corn flakes. Every bite is to die for! The seating is cozy and decor is a collection of tie-dye shirts the owner creates that makes for a funky and fun vibe. Fun fact: the owners used to cater for famous rock bands on tour, so you know they know what they are doing! read more

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Cricket C.

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Super friendly server. Healthy portions, decent prices. Food was delicious! Highly recommend

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Gail S.

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We happened upon this restaurant after visiting the DMV... what a find! I ordered the Applewood Smoked Ham Breakfast Croissant - the BBQ mayo gave it a very unique flavor and the fresh fruit was not out of a can! My husband had the Breakfast Burrito - ginormous with freshly made guacamole and salsa... delicious! Don waited on us and excellent service! Wish we lived close but it will be our go to place when we're in the area, for sure! read more

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Amazingly delicious food, friendly hosts, generous servings, comfortable atmosphere...but oh the food! Can't wait to visit again. Must try French toast - crispy juicy perfect! And the brisket omelet - so tasty! You will want more...mahalo from your Hawaiian friends! read more

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Always fantastic food, service and friendly, creative, family atmosphere. Be prepared to want more because you will be back. Always try a Chef's Special, you will thank the Chef, lol. read more

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Kate M.

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I got the omelette with potatoes and sourdough. It was absolutely amazing. The servers are so sweet. U can tell the service is very genuine. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Cafe Rae - Spinach, mushroom, and cheese omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Leanne D.

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Had a girls day out with breakfast and a show and we met in San Clemente since it was a good mid point meeting place. First time at Cafe Rae's where we enjoyed a nice breakfast. We ordered the Mexi bowl with roasted veggies and a scratch made english muffin, the short stack with peach, coconut and blue berries and the breakfast croissant with bacon and fresh fruit. Everyone enjoyed their selection. The place is small but cute and has a cool hippie vibe. You can't miss the green building !!! read more

Cafe Rae - Short stack is huge with fresh fruit. Blueberries, coconut and peach. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Front entrance - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Breakfast croissant with fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Fresh made English muffins - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

Cafe Rae - Mexi bowl with veggies - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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What a wonderful breakfast dining experience. Fresh brewed coffee - frequently topped off- accompanied my fresh three egg build your own omelette. Plenty of cheese, meat and veggie filling options to choose from. Sides include potatoes, fruit and toast choices. My dining partner had The croissant sandwich, which was the perfect sized portion of fresh filled tasty meat and veggies. This quaint cafe that was bustling with friendly locals and staff, alike. Next time I'm in San Clemente I will definitely revisit this awesome establishment (lunch looked great too! But I was focused on breakfast). BTW three tables around us each ordered the stuffed French toast. A must do on my next visit!! Give this gem a try- definitely worth it. read more

Cafe Rae - Applewood ham croissant sammy (without eggs) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Clemente, California

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1421 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672
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(949) 492-8480
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https://caferae.com

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Hours

What time does Cafe Rae open?

Cafe Rae opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Cafe Rae opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cafe Rae close?

Cafe Rae closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Cafe Rae is closed on Tuesday.

Mon, Wed-Fri 7:00 AM - 2:00 PMTue ClosedSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cafe Rae take credit cards?

Yes, Cafe Rae takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cafe Rae have catering options?

Yes, Cafe Rae does have catering options.

Does Cafe Rae serve alcohol?

No, Cafe Rae does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cafe Rae have TVs?

Yes, Cafe Rae has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cafe Rae have bike parking?

Yes, Cafe Rae has bike parking.

Does Cafe Rae have outdoor seating?

No, Cafe Rae does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Cafe Rae have parking?

Yes, Cafe Rae has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Does Cafe Rae have free WiFi?

Yes, Cafe Rae has free WiFi.

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This was our first trip to San Clemente in June. Not really knowing where to go, we headed down…read moreDel Mar looking for somewhere to eat. We ended up down at the pier and what a great area! We couldn't bring Cako on the pier, so we looked at what was available. I did see Bear Coast coffee which I wanted to stop into. Walking down the street, there were these cool blue umbrellas that sort of reminded me of the French Riviera that you see in the movies...LOL! The menu was simple so we decided to stop, plus we needed outdoor seating for Cako. The young woman who was working was friendly and upbeat! Told us to grab whichever table we wanted. Even brought out water for Cako. I ordered the Frenchies sandwich, ham, salami, prosciutto, provolone and pesto! Very good! Scooter had the Jambon and fromage, which he said was perfect! Both sandwiches came with these seasoned crispy potatoes. The menu was small. But I'm sure they'll offer more. Would've tried the crepes but that will have to wait until next time, Again, the service was great! The young woman came out and checked on us and refilled our iced teas. Great afternoon to enjoy lunch and watch people. Cako Approves!

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Perfect little spot! Somehow we missed this place until now! We came in for some coffee and…read morepastries on a foggy morning and it was great. Beautiful and delicious pastries, hot coffee, warm greetings from the staff, and a friendly dog named Baloo, and yep they did look like a big ol bear! And they have sandwiches and salads that look perfect for a beach picnic.

A true French cafe. The latte, almond croissant and chicken pesto baguette were all excellent. I…read morewould love to go back to try their fresh made breakfast dishes and beautiful desserts. The almond croissant was the best I've ever had. Nice outdoor seating and the inside is cute as well. They also sell other snacks and food products from France.

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This historic house has turned into a restaurant that offers a casual dining experience with quick…read moregreat food. You walk up to the counter to order and then can wait inside or outside on the patio. The menu has plenty to offer and the counter has glass displaying bakery items both sweet and savory. The patio has seating areas under a big tree with plenty of shade. Parking is very limited on the property, but there is a lot 1 block south that has plenty of free parking. The location here is central to be able to walk afterwards. The mission, downtown, and Los Rios all within minutes. This is a memorable place for food and an experience in San Juan Capistrano!

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Really solid service. Especially from employee Kevin. Honey Latte, tried for the first time, better…read morethan I expected and spot on.

I stopped by Better Buzz Coffee on what was a weirdly hot February afternoon…read more Like... sir??? It's supposed to be coastal-no-thick-sweater weather. Instead, I was out here questioning climate patterns with my dog on the patio. First things first: no iced coffee. None. But. The cold brew? Mild. Non-offensive. Surprisingly nutty (in a good way, *wink wink*). It didn't punch me in the throat with acidity, which I appreciate as someone who wants caffeine, not hostile combat. It's the kind of cold brew that says, "I'm stable. I've been to therapy. I am no longer bitter." Service was friendly and easygoing. No weird vibes. No barista existential dread projected onto me. Just solid, pleasant human interaction. 10/10 for that. Now. The patio. Love that it's dog-friendly. My pup was living her best life, greeting kind patrons. I, however, was trying to pretend I was a productive academic gremlin (with *aesthics*), and the WiFi was... aspirational. Let's just say it builds character. Great for touching grass. Not great for uploading Zoom sessions. (this was on the patio tho, indoors, it might slap harder than.. a correctly timed bass drop) Overall: great little spot. A few things to improve (please give me iced coffee and slightly stronger patio WiFi), but it doesn't detract from the experience or the coffee itself. I'd go back -- especially with my pup -- just maybe not expecting to run a Zoom seminar from the patio. 4 out of 5 caffeinated imposter adults.

Indoor with merchandising products available for purchase!

The Better Breafast sandwich on everything bagel. Yum!

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My light roast with oat milk and 2 added Splendas.

Doheny Cafe

4.5(169 reviews)

4.1 mi

After my meal here I felt so peaceful…read more They did such a great job with the atmosphere of their restaurant while providing easy, yet delicious food options. I'm very impressed by the biscuits and gravy. Some of the best gravy i've ever had. Very flavorful. Plus the Biscuits had a beautiful crisp on the edges so they never got soggy. One detail I admired was the chilled water glasses instead of using ice. This just leveled the experience up a few notches. I'm surprised how quickly we were seated considering it was a Saturday around 10 when we arrived. Well done! When my husband and I are back in SoCal we will be visiting again.

Loved it here on a Saturday (Labor Day Weekend) around noon, party of four…read more Really busy around this time. Parking was definitely busy, cars are always pulling in and out, it can be hard to navigate the small parking lot with big vehicles, trucks! Atmosphere was pleasant, you get the nice breeze from the coast line. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Plan to wait in line around 30 minutes or so just to be safe, and plan for 5 to 10 minutes while you navigate the parking lot. Food was really good to be honest, we did enjoyed our meals, their coffees, and lattes! Definitely a worthwhile visit of you find yourself here around Dana Point!

Biscuit and Jam

Breakfast Sandwhich (best ciabatta bread)

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Grilled Cheese

Campesino Café

4.4(40 reviews)

4.7 mi

What a beautiful place to enjoy meal and then some. Campesino is an outdoor farm-to-table…read morerestaurant located at The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano, California. All the ingredients are grown on the farm and also sourced from other local farms. You order in front and then find your spot. The set up has a rustic charm that makes one feel you are in a truly special place - a regenerative farm that is mission-driven and both for and by community. Now for the food... it was so fresh and delicious. I loved how there was just a glass water bottle on the table so you could serve your self. The subtle flavors of each dish allowed the ingredients to shine. So I had fresh-baked pastries that weren't too sweet (and some were even gluten-free!), a unique salad brassica and grains, a tasty tostada named Huevos Campesino Peace Bean Tostada, and a simple farm fruit and granola bowl. The whole experience was delightful and as they have a seasonal menu, I can't wait to go back and try new things. After lunch, I walked around to see people working on the farm, a Peace Dome where I've read they have events, retired chickens Luna and Henny Penny, and of course the farm stand.

Ordered a breakfast burrito, matcha latte with almond milk and a persimmon tahini cookie. The…read moreburrito tasted very healthy and it was cute seeing the chicken coop next door knowing the eggs in the burrito are fresh. I ordered the matcha latte hot and it reminded me of the matcha in Japan. It's not sweet at all. The milk options included almond and oat milk, but they did not have soy milk, which is what I normally order with matcha. They also had multiple persimmon flavored pastries. My husband and I ordered a cookie to share. I had never had tahini in a cookie before. It had a nutty, kinda peanut butter cookie vibe, but not as good. I'm glad I tried it though. Service is fast casual and we got our food pretty quick, and then our drinks came out a little after the food. We ended up walking around the farm grounds with our drinks after we finished our breakfast

The yoga tent

Chef's way tart

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Tostada

Ubuntu

4.4(114 reviews)

5.2 mi

This is the second location of this restaurant that I have been to. The first is Long Beach and I…read morereally liked the restaurant so much and I did write a review. This new location is located in the River St., San Juan Capistrano area. This river Street is such a nice venue . It feels very carefree and open with many shops and restaurants and many open areas with children happily playing. I came for lunch and the brunch menu is being served. I ordered a delicious Aji salad with fresh greens and homemade miso dressing. Once you pay for your food, your food comes out very quickly. The outdoor shaded patio is very pleasant and it also features peters for evening time. It was a very pleasant lunch with very high-quality food.

Vanilla Latte -- really good but I didn't like how my cup warped. The micro plastics leeched into…read moremy drink is not worth the continuous sipping :s also why I wanted an iced drink so I wouldn't have that happen but next time maybe time? The 3.5 is really because of the cup situation My husband said the service was good no complaints

Pastries

Millionaires Bacon

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Adult lemonade

The Ramos House Café

4.3(1.7k reviews)

5.3 mi

•$$$

One of my favorite restaurants. It's an American restaurant with a rich history, and the atmosphere…read morefeels like stepping back in time. The house itself is over 140 years old, built in 1881, and it was originally a home for one of the early local families. While waiting for a table, we can walk through what used to be a real home, with sofas, desks, and even room-like spaces. Dining here feels like eating inside a historic house, almost like going back to life more than a hundred years ago. Besides the delicious food, what makes this place truly special is how much of the original character has been preserved. Even the restroom has a vintage style, and I've heard it's nearly 90 years old. Coming here is not just about eating -- it feels like living in a piece of history.

As usual, food here is spot on, service is super friendly and easy going, not rushed, no one comes…read moreto ask how is everything-because they know everything is good, really good, and there's no need to bother people enjoying their meal by asking them if it's ok. Ambience is great, you can sit by the kitchen which is fine because you a nice view of the trains rolling by, or sometime, I would like to sit up on the porch and look out on Los Rios Street. Everywhere is nice as it's all outdoor seating. The advantage of going on a weekday is you don't have to pay the fixed $45 breakfast/lunch price, you can just order whatever you want off the menu. And usually for us, one dish for each and maybe a dessert to split. The beignets, which we had for dessert, are good but they weren't as good as I remember them from times past-hot out of the fryer, but still a little bit doughy inside. Creme anglaise and caramel on the plate. Anyway, this is a very solid spot and always has been, and for good reason it's one of the best restaurants in SJC. The menu changes now and then, but not in a major way. Items are added or dropped now and then, but I haven't seen a whole lot of major changes over the last few years.

Crab Hash w/ Smoked Bacon Scrambled Eggs & Vinegar Tomatoes.

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Cinnamon Apple Beignets.

Organic Tree Juice Bar

4.5(195 reviews)

4.6 mi

I was really craving some affordable health foods today, and I must say the Organic Tree Juice Bar…read morein Dana Point delivered to my needs! While I haven't tried any of the drinks yet, which seem pretty healthy too, I did get to enjoy their Classic Toast - which is basically avocados, microgreens, crushed black pepper, and a balsamic reduction on a slice of long-fermented sourdough bread, for $11.50 - outside at one of the tables nearby, and it was a great experience for my physical and, by extension, mental health, due to the former directly affecting the latter. The staff were very attentive, courteous, professional, and inviting, which I appreciated since good food tastes better when it's presented by nice people. The vibe was almost cult-like in the sense that there were a lot of people there that seemed like they're always there and the establishment is a big part of their daily lives. They also had a nicely curated selection of foods like chocolate bars, dried mangoes, olive oil, etc., for people to purchase for their households, which was pretty neat. Overall, a nice spot in Dana Point for a dose of healthy goodness!

Stopped by this spot a couple weekends ago after walking the Dana Headlands Trail. I tried their…read moregolden milk latte with their in house oat milk which was creamy and warm. I want to come back and try their avocado toast as it looked yummy on other customers plate!

Merch

Avo toast is a work of art

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The most amazing golden milk and matcha!

Cafe Mimosa

4.0(995 reviews)

0.7 mi

The food is excellent regardless of what is ordered. My wife had the portobello mushroom sandwich…read morewhile I the the day's omelette special with goat cheese. The waiter suggested adding bacon. Simply outstanding. The server was very attentive. The restaurant is small thus the wait can be lengthy.

Absolutely love this place when we are in town. Always a wonderful experience and exceptional…read moredelectable dishes. Today we chose the duck confit with fries, ridiculously delicious. Cremé brūlée French toast, out of this world delicious, not overly sweet; so many berries. The fruit platter, steel oats and a basic ham, eggs and home potatoes. Side of bacon and a freshly made espresso, woohoo! Everything was freshly made to order. Never disappointed in anything we order here. Service is always accommodating. Small indoor seating, maybe 6 tables outdoors. Ambiance is comfortable, clean and inviting. Don't miss out on this gem if in town.