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    Cafe Rae

    4.3 (513 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Pesto sandwich with green   Taste good !!!!!

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

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    Nancie M.

    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.

    Breakfast bowl with brisket
    Sandy C.

    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.

    Angel L.

    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 .

    Peach Coconut Almond Slices Pancake with Turkey bacon

    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!

    The bands he used to cook for!
    C K.

    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!

    More potted plants and the entrance
    Rachel P.

    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!

    bacon, eggs, and toast on a red plate
    Michelle O.

    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!

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

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

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    Frenchies Cafe

    3.8(12 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Wonderful French crepe cafe…read more The Mushroom and Spinach crepe, add bacon, was excellent. They essentially make a French folded omelette and then wrap a crepe around it and top it off with Bechamel sauce (kind of like Alfredo for those who don't know). Even though the menu doesn't mention the sauce, it comes with it. The Nutella Banana crepe was amazing with a generous amount of Nutella inside. Instead of having the chocolate drizzle on top, I wonder if they can do Nutella drizzle on top, in addition to the Nutella that's inside already. I highly recommend paying for the extra berries on top to keep it interesting. The side of nicely seasoned breakfast potatoes rounded out the meal. Be sure to ask for a side of ketchup! Outdoor seating with great service and successful ambience right at the oceanfront in the most happening part of town, right by the San Clemente Pier.

    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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    Frenchies Cafe - Mushroom and Spinach crepe, add bacon, topped with Bechamel sauce. Essentially a crepe wrapped omelette. Great!

    Mushroom and Spinach crepe, add bacon, topped with Bechamel sauce. Essentially a crepe wrapped omelette. Great!

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    Ellie's Table - Chilaquiles

    Ellie's Table

    4.5(801 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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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!

    I've been wanting to check this place out for such a long time and I'm sad to say it was so…read moredisappointing. I just left and it was not great. First, when you come in it's a bit confusing on where to go. I was standing there looking at the cases of treats while 2 people were infront of me trying to figure out what to order. I knew I wanted the turkey focaccia since that's what I saw online and looked decent. The guy asked if I was ready and ordered and asked if I wanted it toasted. I said yes and if there was anything else, i said no. I just stood there but he didn't tell me to go to the cash register or anything. I go over to the cashier and she asks if I ordered already, I say yes and tell her i got the turkey focaccia and she goes to gets it. In my head, I thought-he just put it in the oven. She comes out with the sandwich in a tiny plate with the turkey overflowing. I can tell it isn't warm. I sit down to eat and I have a half cold and half lukewarm sandwich. The focaccia bread itself is so thin, it can barely keep the sandwich together. I ate it since I paid $8 for it, but it was not good. It was falling apart, it was cold, it was not enjoyable. Disappointed and not sure if I'll be back. I may check out the Irvine location but I'm not running back.

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    Ellie's Table - Good display

    Good display

    Ellie's Table - Croissants as large as your hand!

    Croissants as large as your hand!

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    Better Buzz Coffee San Clemente - Outdoor patio area, ham and cheese croissant and the "best drink ever".

    Better Buzz Coffee San Clemente

    4.0(276 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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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.

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    Better Buzz Coffee San Clemente - Indoor with merchandising products available for purchase!

    Indoor with merchandising products available for purchase!

    Better Buzz Coffee San Clemente - The Better Breafast sandwich on everything bagel. Yum!

    The Better Breafast sandwich on everything bagel. Yum!

    Better Buzz Coffee San Clemente - My light roast with oat milk and 2 added Splendas.

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    Campesino Café - Breakfast Sandwich

    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

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    The yoga tent

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    Chef's way tart

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    The Ramos House Café - Huevos Rancheros w/ Fried Poached Egg, Morning Chubs & Chilis.

    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.

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

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    Organic Tree Juice Bar - The farm Toast and Iced Macha Latte

    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!

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    Merch

    Organic Tree Juice Bar - Avo toast is a work of art

    Avo toast is a work of art

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