Was in town for a wedding and decided to give this place a try…read more If I could give more stars I would. Delicious! I've never had a Spam tempura and now that's all I want from now on! The bar area was cute and TV's playing sports games. We were seated quick, our food came just as quick and left with full happy bellies. Will comeback when craving a Spam Musubi and in the area!

Went here for date night last week- it has a lot more seating inside than I had expected!…read more Good service- 5/5 The ambience - 3.5/5 - the ambience wasn't my favorite, maybe it's a little better in their main restaurant area but we were seated to the left when you walk in and while there are a few booths in that area it was mostly outdoor chairs and tables and sort of odd lighting. Just very very casual and not totally comfortable. Food- 3.4/4 out of 5 - I got the Luau plate and LOVED the chicken!! Everyone else was right- that chicken thigh deserves its own plate. I also really enjoyed the coconut pudding/jello thing that came with it and the sausage link. The pulled pork was just okay, not very well seasoned but not bad. The side of "dressed greens" was just some lettuce without dressing on it, and I thought the macaroni salad was fine. The last thing that really disappointed me were the sautéed veggies :/ they were just soo oily and had no seasoning to them at all. I didn't eat any of them or the un-dressed 'salad'. My husband got the chicken katsu plate, he said the chicken katsu was fine but the fries on the side were cold and not crispy, they were kind of chalky in the mouth and didn't taste fresh. Some parts were definitely a 3/5 but my chicken thigh was so good and the portions are *huge* so I feel like they deserve a 4/5? All in all, I think I'd come back if I wanted to go out with someone but save some money and we'd split one of the plates (the portions really are huge).

The line can get long but you're only waiting to place an order. It doesn't take that long to get…read moreyour food. It's not hard to find street parking either. This place is a little pricey but it's worth it. You get a lot of avocado and ginger. I love the original flavor. It makes the rice taste so good. I wish they gave more salmon but I'm still satisfied.

This place used to be good post covid. For the price and the amount i could get better some place…read moreelse. They charge an arm and a leg for every toppings with how little they give you. i got the regular $12.99 (half rice and salad) and i added a few things on there as well. The total price plus tip came out to be about $24 dollars. When i opened the container, i saw how little rice and salad they gave. Honestly, it looked like scraps or leftovers from someone else. Literally looked like a mini icecream scoop of rice and salad...that's how little it was. The same for the fish and toppings. Everything looked like it was sprinkled on top. I was utterly disappointment because this isn't the first time i noticed the portion size being small. This is the second time im giving it a chance after covid and i can confirm that it is the biggest waste of money for what they give you. They're ripping everyone off. tl;dr, mediocre flavor, portion size poor for the the price. Go somewhere else, there are better ones out there.

SeaSurf Fish Co absolutely lives up to the hype. From the moment you walk in, the vibe just screams…read morecoastal California in the best way possible. The location is prime, the atmosphere is laid back but lively, and everything about the experience felt like the perfect beach day wrapped into a meal. The seafood tasted unbelievably fresh -- like the kind of fresh that instantly reminds you why spots like this become local favorites. The poke nachos were honestly to die for. Every bite had the perfect balance of freshness, crunch, and flavor. We also got the oyster flight and... immaculate. Easily some of the freshest oysters I've had in a long time. And can we talk about the crispy shrimp tacos? HUGE! They did not skimp whatsoever, and they were packed with flavor. Definitely come hungry because the portions are solid.

Busy spot during lunch but the wait wasn't too long. You order first at the counter and you're…read moregiven a number and seat yourself. We opted to sit outside as it was nice out. The portion sizes are large. Food was flavored well. For the poke bowl, the rice to protein ratio was off as had too much rice. Plus only a few pieces of uni. I like that they have non alcoholic beer available

So exited about the L&L Hawaiian BBQ coming to San Clemente. The service is great. Richard is the…read morebest!! The chicken katsu is so good!!

After visiting some L&L's while in Hawaii, I was excited they were opening in San Clemente…read more When I arrived, the place is all shiny and new, so very clean. Nice little dining area with various tables. I had to take a moment to read the menu before I decided. The counter clerk was very nice and patient as I figured out what I wanted. The experience with him was 4.5 stars, as the 2 stars shown is purely about the food. I ended up ordering a curry chicken katsu bowl with the curry on the side and then a side of the gravy so I could try both. I went and filled up my ridiculously expensive diet coke and found a seat. The cost was $4.50 for a large (?) diet coke. $4.50! Four dollar bills and two quarters! Don't believe me? Check out the receipt picture. That was half the cost of the food. For Diet Coke! OK, enough... The wait was not too long before my name was called. The bowl was pretty small, but they had other options that would certainly get you more food, but this size was good for me at this point. Key points: Chicken Katsu - very thin, so tasted mostly like crunchy batter Curry Sauce - one of my favorite sauces in the world, and this one had zero, none, zilch taste. I was thinking I had covid, since it just tasted like thick water. I tried some soy sauce to prove I could taste and my taster was working OK. Gravy - hard to believe, but this one may have had less taste, or equally no taste. Again, I thought of thick water. Ponzu Sauce or similar - had taste and ended up being my main source of flavor Steam Vegetables - poor guys, they were steamed to oblivion and the taste with them, softly melted in my mouth (and that's not a compliment) Rice - decent, rice cooker rice. I spruced it up with soy and sriracha My fantasy of having some OK Hawaiian food was dashed. Look, it's fast food Hawaiian and even in HI it does not compare to good, hometown spots with GREAT food but it's OK for a quick bite when touring around the Islands. This version did not compare to what I had experienced in Hawaii. I sometimes go back to check consistency and will do the same here. They are still relatively new, so some slack and another visit to check my review score is the right thing to do. Hand Loose. Try in the future. Wish Them Luck!

Megan was the only one working. There were seven people there, the wait wasn't long at all. She…read morestayed friendly, positive, and handled everything so well by herself. Everything was absolutely delicious too. Great service and great food!

If you want a quick snack or even a quick lunch at the San clemente Outlet I recommend this place…read moreas they have a pretty decent price and also the food is delicious with great portions! The staff were friendly and it is where you order first at the cashier and they will bring the food to your table. The ambiance if okay and the place was clean! They have more tables outside as well to seat if you want. I wish they had more food options! The TOMO fries were incredible with the extra kick and sauce on it! The potstickers were typical, the chicken teriyaki bowl was delicious the tempura green beans were great! And last but not least their Tomo Ramen were delicious!!!

Delicious vegetable Romen noodle soup!…read more Fast, friendly, and welcoming service. Wonderful quaint outdoor seating!

Awesome sushi and udon at this Amazing place in downtown…read moreSan Clemente. We have a couple of rolls, tempura and a bowl of udon and Sapporo ichiban. All great. Friendly owner. Great ambiane. Dog friendly. We e joyed our Saturday night in the nice ambience. Prices are super reasonable.

Our go to spot for Hawaiian food or any food in general. Staff is always nice and food is always…read moregood 11/10

First time here and Brandon at the front immediately set the tone for the whole experience. He was…read morewelcoming, knowledgeable, and confidently guided me toward what he felt were the must-try items -- and he absolutely nailed it. I went with the teriyaki ribs, which came out tender, flavorful, and perfectly glazed with that balance of sweet and savory you hope for but don't always get. On his recommendation, I upgraded to the kimchi fried rice, and that was the real game changer. The depth of flavor, the slight heat from the kimchi, and the overall richness elevated the entire meal. It wasn't just a side -- it was a centerpiece. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the food came out on point. You can tell they take pride in what they're serving. I'm all the way here from Texas for training, and this spot left such an impression that it's already on my list to return before I leave -- and again anytime I'm back in town. Highly recommend if you appreciate great flavor, solid recommendations, and a spot that delivers on the experience.

First time at Shootz. Everything looked good and didn't…read moreknow what to start with first. Vicky's recommendation was SPOT on ! Food was amazingly delicious. The Kimchi Butter was awesome and Service was exceptional. Definitely coming back

WOW So Delicious Had the Mixed Plate with Half Katsu and 4…read morePieces of Shrimp sauced with Kimchi Butter and Mac salad on side . So Good I was craving Hawaiian since we came back from Maui last week. This is definitely authentic. Service was excellent as well.

When my wife and I first moved to California, this was the first restaurant we tried because we had…read moreboth lived on the East Coast for many years and I lived in Hawaii before that. This place tasted like home. It was almost a shock seeing actual Hawaiian plate lunch fare, and I nearly shed tears tasting real Kalua Pork and Mac salad again for the first time in many years. This place can get quite busy during lunch rush but the service is reasonably fast. Ambiance-wise it's about the size of a large café so there's a fair number of seats, but not a lot.

I tried this restaurant not too long ago, maybe two weeks ago and today is like my fourth visit!!…read moreIt is beyond delicious! Today, and 2 days ago, for that matter, I tried the grilled salmon plate where I replaced the coleslaw with steamed vegetables. It is so good I can't wait to try it again although I'm gonna try my HARDEST to try something else! The restaurant is very casual Hawaiian vibes. You order at the counter, grab a table and they bring your food out to you. The utensils are plastic, just as an FYI. They have a large parking lot so there's plenty of parking. I think I've only been here off times but I've never had a wait and the food comes out quickly. Highly recommend! The menu is huge so you have lots of options!

French toast is the best I've ever had!!! Crispy coconut shreds make it unique and the whipped ube…read morecream is not too sweet.

I am updating my initial 2 star review to reflect the excellent follow-up from ownership. The very…read morenext day, the owner contacted me directly regarding our experience. She was completely genuine and proactive in addressing the issues we faced. Because of her attentiveness and great customer service, we will absolutely be returning for another visit. Thank you for the great customer service. It is truly appreciated!