Has a great ambiance with classic vintage cars and coffee! I've been here a few times. It's a great spot to grab a coffee and get some work done or just hang out. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Green Flag is a must if you love matcha! It's so delish with a hint of mint and a yummy vanilla cream on top. The mint is so subtle you almost don't notice it. One time I ordered it, it came with a pretty design on top, but the next time it didn't. Either way, it's delish! Not overly sweet. The breakfast burrito is also very good! It comes with sauces on the side and I'm a sauce girl so love that for me! There are a few parking spots but otherwise you'll have to look for street parking. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to when I'm in San Clemente! read more

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**Petrol Club -- Where Horsepower Meets Caffeine!** Imagine a vintage car collector and a fine Italian coffee shop had a baby. Sounds strange? Absolutely. Does it work? Surprisingly well! Where else can you admire a 2001 Porsche Turbo while sipping a perfectly made vanilla latte? **Petrol Club. DONE.** It's a brilliant combination of horsepower and caffeine, two things that, frankly, make life worth getting out of bed for. The team running the place is fantastic. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely great at what they do. Service is top-notch, and the drinks? **100%. No complaints whatsoever.** The food? Pretty good. Not quite in the same league as the coffee or the cars, but hey, even a Porsche has a cup holder that could use improvement. That's my one little gripe. What really makes this place special is the atmosphere. You walk in thinking you'll grab a quick coffee, admire a few cars, and be on your way. Next thing you know, an hour has disappeared, your latte is long gone, and you're mentally calculating whether you really need that second car in the garage. **Bottom line:** Come for the coffee, stay for the cars, and leave wondering where the last hour went and how you can get the cash to buy a classic car. Just be careful -- the coffee is reasonably priced, but the inspiration in the showroom could get VERY expensive. read more

It is rare that a coffee shop is amazing in all aspects of service, food and ambiance. I guess this place is an exception! Upon walking to the counter, the nice barista greeted me and was kind enough to suggest some options to me since it was my first time there. I ended up getting maple latte (half sweet). My drink was ready in less than 5 minutes and it was prepared in a cute ceramic cup. Lovely! The ambiance is amazing and cool! For a car lover such as myself this place is a heaven! There is a nice patio in the back with lots of benches. This is such a great concept. Parking is limited but that is expected! read more

Petrol Club - Maple latte...... Amazing! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Always a great place to chill I get the cinnamon cold brew and it's perfect. Loud music so best to go on outside area. read more

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I've been here twice and both times were equally disappointing. Place like everyone says is really cool, I love the outside seating area and the concept is unique. This is where it ends, however. The coffee is expensive and does not live up to the cost. I don't mind paying but in return, I expect a great cup of coffee , not weak and watery, and that's what I got each time. I felt the baristas were nice, they seemed frazzled but could be just the way it is on a weekend. read more

Finally was able to come in here before work one morning, and was pleasantly surprised with how cool the interior was. I had a delicious maple latte and a lemon poppyseed muffin. Staff was friendly and there was plenty of seating area to relax and read (or work). I'll be back. read more

Petrol Club - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

I've been wanting to visit and finally made it while in San Clemente at the Cars & Coffee. Great corner location at what used to be a gas station and garage. It's a beautiful cafe with great design and 3 cars showcased. There's both a lot of indoor and outdoor seating. The servers were super friendly and helpful. The long was long, but moved well and it didn't take long to get my order. The coffee was great quality and our pastries were delicious. read more

Petrol Club - Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

The ambiance of this place is flat out incredible. Open doors everywhere and it makes you feel submersed in the San Clemente weather. It's flat out awesome. As far as the food goes, it's a burrito that is decent. Nothing crazy and a few other options. They do have some treat options as well. The service is usually pretty good. Definitely a solid spot. Cheers! read more

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Reminds me of the Motoring Club in west LA, except that the coffee at the Motoring Club is 10x better. $6.50 for an iced oat milk latte -- I can appreciate that they do not up charge for milk substitutions. read more

Petrol Club - Iced oat latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Best place to grab a coffee , look at cool cars and let my boys run wild . We usually come hang out here, Saturday mornings . A lot of people may not know this, but they have some pretty good breakfast burritos! read more

Petrol Club - Best place to grab coffee , and let my boys run wild for a lil bit . And check out some awesome cars - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

This spot was all over my feed and we were so excited to try. There was a long line on a Friday afternoon but we were prepared for that based on what we saw online. Parking was limited, there's a small lot or street parking. The interior decor both inside and outside was so cute. It's definitely a great place to hangout, but the coffee didn't live up to the hype. Vanilla bean latte was way too milky and sweet, lacking coffee flavor. Cute spot to see once, but wasn't worth the hype. read more

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The vibes and service were great. The coffee and matcha were terrible, especially for the price ($10 for a matcha latte that had no real matcha taste or even the mint taste that was stated on the menu). Would I return? Sure.. to check out the cars and maybe hang out but I wouldn't return just for the drinks. read more

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A family friendly car themed cafe. Coffee is great and the vibes are spot on. Great for automotive lovers and non automotive lovers alike. They have a sand pit in the back outdoor seating area for the kids. Fair amount of interior seating and the decorations are very nice. People are very nice here. They have their own beans as well being the dark horse and the apex both of which are to my liking. Not to mention the motor oil esque can they come in. Definitely worth making a trip. read more

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Awesome cars, latte and ambiance! I've been wanting to try this place out for a while and finally made it. read more

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One thing that really makes this coffee spot stand out is the cars. It feels less like a café and more like a small gathering place for people who appreciate automotive culture. From classic Japanese legends to timeless vintage builds, every visit feels different depending on what's parked outside. The atmosphere has a very authentic "cars & coffee" vibe -- relaxed, nostalgic, and full of conversations between people who genuinely love driving and old machines. The classic Datsun and Skyline parked here today already made the visit worth it for me. Hopefully next time I'll get lucky enough to see -- and photograph -- even more iconic classics. read more

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This place is completely overrated. It's the place to be seen in south OC, but everything else is just mediocre. The coffee is mediocre and service is nonexistent. The staff act like they don't wanna be there and ignore you. The customers are constantly looking around, assessing who's famous or rich. Very toxic environment. read more

I attended their 2nd day open. Unfortunately it was raining but the interior was beautifully decorated from the furniture to the books they choose to paint scheme to the counters. The 3 cars on display include a Ford GT, Porsche 996 and a BMW. They have a sand box and play space for kids in the back and they sell merch as well. Unfortunately the merch was extremely over priced, we're talking $52-$100 a piece for shirts/hoodies. The coffee which should be the main star was also over priced. An IVL with whole milk cost me $8+. Also the latte was extremely tart almost like someone over extracted it. But coffee is a subjective flavor and I could see they use a great machine. That said, they really need to improve their consistency and tasting profile if they want to be a hit after the hype wears off. Service overall was solid and friendly. Would I go back with a friend, yes. Did I enjoy the main star of the show, the coffee? No. read more

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Overall: Wouldn't come back unless they had better drinks and service. Drinks: 7.5/10. I got the camber iced, it was good but nothing amazing. Food: 9/10. We got the breakfast burrito, which is now being used in a lot of coffee places, it's delicious. The butter croissant was alright, good not great. 7/10. Ambiance: Easy 10/10, huge inside lots of seating, cool cars and even a kids area. Staff: 7/10, the girl ringing us up seemed annoyed and wasn't that friendly. For the food, they just yell your name and walk around, same with calling drinks at the bar. It's not that hard to go the extra step to hand out table numbers to avoid unnecessary yelling. Parking: 3/10. It's San Clemente so parking always is horrible and you end up driving in circles to find a spot. read more

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Cool open space with a unique automotive theme that car enthusiasts will appreciate. Repurposed from a small car dealership, the coffee shop is full automotive details and a few cars on displays, which I believe are on rotation, that make it a fun place to hang out. There are a few food options available. The breakfast burrito was decent, with well cooked eggs and hash browns. The salsa had good flavor, but the crema consistency was a bit too thick that it just glooped when trying to pour it on. The drinks generally had a bit too much ice and became watered down fairly quickly if left sitting. While there are stronger coffee or matcha spots if you're looking purely for drinks, the novelty of the automotive theme gives this place its charm. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and it's family and dog friendly. The biggest drawback is probably the parking. For a place that'll attract car enthusiasts, the lot is surprisingly small and street parking is limited. It's located on a busy road, so finding a spot can be challenging. read more

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The vibes were emaculate. The food was strong. The cappuccino and latte were weirdly watery which surprising given how the place felt, Since we came here for the coffee, giving it a 3. The interior could not have been done better. We were passing through on our way to San Diego while it was raining. read more

Petrol Club - Latte and cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

what a cool concept!! i really wish i lived closer bc id be here every wknd. cool vibes - spacious and inviting cafe handful of seats inside and more outside in btw the daily and camber, ended up getting the daily. LOVE the names of the drinks!! service was cool. def will be back to hang out. parking: small private lot or street parking read more

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Good service and ambiance, check! Cool cars and decor, check! All those items put together and making yours truly feel welcome, a winner. As Arnold said in The Terminator movie, "I'll be back." (: read more

If you're a gearhead, this place is absolute heaven! Honestly, anyone can enjoy it. I finally came and checked Petrol Club out over the weekend with my husband and our dog. It definitely did not disappoint! The open-concept space is awesome, and it's super family and dog-friendly. They also have a ton of variety on the menu. I highly recommend the flat white, and my husband loved his cold brew with the vanilla cream top. It's a great vibe, excellent coffee, and a wonderful place to bring your pup. 10/10 recommend checking it out! read more

I stopped here with my husband as he is an avid car guy on our way up the coast. Overall it was a good experience the food and drinks were good and the space was designed really well with lots of fun parts of race cars set around for added interest. Giving it 4 stars because the staff got my drink order wrong twice and had a little bit of an attitude. read more

I came here on a Monday morning. It was busy but was able to order my drink relatively quickly. I would say the pricing is what you would expect from a specialty coffee shop. The vibe is great- lots of light and open air with a cool breeze. The decor is cool. I haven't tried any of the food yet but I will be back to try it. My flat white was great- coffee tasted good, not too acidic. Service was very friendly. read more

Husband and I went on a Thursday morning during summer break for a coffee date before he headed to the office. The setting was spacious with lots of different seating options. It was not busy when we went and we were helped right away. We had a simple order - a drip coffee and a mocha. My husband chatted with the barista about the parking while he made the drinks and I was able to check out the space. It is nice to see it occupied and lively. The drinks were good. We decided we will come back to try food or even venture in for a happy hour. The classic car concept is interesting. Having two classics ourselves, we were intrigued, but it just makes me so anxious with all the people and kids around! Ha! This place is fun to check out, and we'll definitely be back. My husband has actually already taken our sons there a few times! read more

I stopped by Petrol Club Coffee and tried the iced mint matcha, and it was so refreshing! The mint flavor was subtle and gave the matcha a really nice twist without overpowering it. It was smooth, refreshing, and the perfect drink for a warm day. Definitely a great spot to grab a coffee or matcha! Such a cute place to hang! They even sell amazing ribeyes for you to take home and cook. read more

Petrol Club - Matcha Mint - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Had me at cars, open fresh clean space. Good variety yet not overwhelming. I started with drip to assess. Plenty of people having breakfast, seemed to enjoy. Pastries of course to indulge. Will return to try other items. Friendly welcoming staff and plenty of seating. read more

I got their matcha latte and it was subpar and overpriced in my opinion. The flavor was grassy & bitter and it was a bit milky. The price is also quite steep especially for the quality. However, I do appreciate having no upcharge on alternative milks. Ambiance & service were very nice though. I appreciate the thought put into the space & layout. Very well executed and can see why it's always so packed. However, due to the prices with the quality in mind, I will probably not return. read more

Petrol Club - Regular Iced Matcha Latte w/ simple syrup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

The vibes and coffee are 12/10. Don't listen to the 1 star reviews. There is no other place in the world like this for cars and coffee fans.

The atmosphere was great along with the setup, just have to get there early enough not to miss out on food. read more

Petrol Club - Such a vibe! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Love the concept of sipping on coffee and enjoying some unique cars. They were quick and friendlly. Have plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. read more

Petrol Club - Vanilla bean latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Pros: cool theme, cool cars Cons: limited and awkward parking, awful mocha. Limited specialty coffee options. Bonus : they offer raw milk (+3 up charge) but 1150 for a bad mocha - high tide next time it is read more

Petrol Club - 11.50 - had to do the chug of shame to not instantly regret this purchase - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Folks, This morning, I enjoyed my first visit to Petrol Club which is in downtown San Clemente. The owners put together a charming retreat. Although taking your time in house to sip (highly recommend), patrons can grab a quick coffee and boogie on. Given you're in search of more than coffee, one can partake in breakfast, or dive in headfirst to imbibe in morning treats (pastries.) BTW: They're open until 5pm so who says it must be considered as only a "breakfast" sandwich or breakfast burrito. Call it brunch - trust me, they won't mind. I also noticed a few nonfood items for purchase as well. Some of which is aptly modeled on their website. Wonderful place to just hang, bone up on Porsche books or enjoy some very cool rides on display. Rj PS: Thanks for reading my review. In case you're wondering. No, I'm not a food critic, nor ringer influenced by the owners. Normally, I train surgeons and physicians. read more

Petrol Club - Me and my afterglow - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Tried again after several months hoping that their coffee has improved and was again very disappointed. I'm not sure if the espresso machine isn't pulling shots correctly or if not measuring the drink components results in inconsistent espresso/milk/syrup ratios but I'm just disappointed that even when we kindly asked to have a stronger latte with less milk we were not able to get that. I was glad to have had a better customer service experience than the first times I went but unfortunately Paying nearly ten dollars for a latte that tastes and looks like a cup of milk is really sad read more

Nice place, nothing special, just to park enjoy the coffee and the machines, lots tables , nice for motorcycles

This is only for the vanilla latte, good flavor in it, coffee a little bitter for my liking but good nonetheless. Also how can you can go wrong with a couple awesome cars and coffee. Good little spot for the groms to play in the back and the staff was also nice. read more

Fun new place. I didn't try the coffee instead had a Chai Tea Latte. Next time I look forward to having coffee as the latte was a bit weak in taste. Breakfast sandwich was good. Perfect size. The best part was the Auto Inventory & vibes. Awesome tricked out British Vehicles to dream about. read more

This place nails that perfect blend of coffee and cars! The interior is stunning, rugged, and industrial-chic, with gorgeous metal, leather, and wood details everywhere. It's a wide-open space that feels both raw and refined, and the back patio is a hidden gem. Oh, and the coffee? Actually delicious. Definitely worth a stop if you love unique vibes and a solid cup. read more

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Coffee was good. I had the Almond Macadamia Milk with my latte. It was good. Many people on their computer. read more