16 Best American Restaurants in San Clemente

“We were visiting friends in San Clemente and had dinner at Vine Restaurant & Bar. The service was outstanding and the food was delish. Great experience“

“We had. not been here in years and our recent visit did not disappoint. Our server Cole was excellent. The food was superb. Highly recommended.“

“Tyler, our server, was amazing, attentive, and just so cool! Thank you for being so nice by providing such excellent service! Lively spot with the entire bar full on a weekday. Cool live music. Food was prepared deliciously. Clean restaurant and restrooms. Will be coming back😊“

“It was fantastic! Amazing craft cocktails I've never had anything like before. Food was also fantastic. Local fish, local produce, how can you go wrong. Get the Tessie for a drink, amazing cocktail ?“

“good service food it's so delicious 😋 atmosphere everything is incredible“

“Great wines and knowledgable plus friendly staff!“

“Outstanding food at a fair price! Food quality, preparation and presentation far exceeded my expectations. Clearly everything was made from the finest fresh ingredients. I immediately checked if they were a franchise as I am traveling and wish there was one of these close to home. Unfortunately not, but if you are in San Clemente you will not be disappointed eating here!“

“Wow! Super yum to say the least. It’s always great when the new local restaurant hits it out of the park! My wife & I started with the bacon & meatballs appetizer. She then had the fried green tomatoes & French onion soup while I had the ribeye. Delicious!“

“Outstanding Burgers, Salads, Carnitas sandwiches, hot dogs! I’ve had them all.. Best place to enjoy with family and friends.“

“The food was very good and the service was excellent. I'm a glad I gave this place a try!“

“delicious breakfast best hashbrowns ever!“

“This is very much a classic diner the food is quick to arrive delicious and well prepared and almost so beautiful to look at but you feel bad eating it… You stop feeling bad after the first bite then you start to feel wonderful thinking that there’s no possible way you could ever put an end to this joy. I ordered the cheeseburger with fries and let me tell you each bite welcome the next they have wonderful parking outdoor dining and like I said before a classic feel. This is definitely one of those places you wanna come back to.“

“Bar Jane may or may not fit in with the rest of downtown San Clemente, but if you’re pondering this question, you soon realize that it’s beside the point. The cocktails here are fantastic, and if that’s an unexpected surprise, then just roll with it and change your expectations to fit the facts. Ethan has served us at each of our visits and has always taken great care of us with drink suggestions and overall service. My understanding is that they share a kitchen with The Cellar next door, but we’ve only ever ordered drinks at Jane. I just wish I lived closer.“

“The food and service was amazing“

“A friend recommended this place for great burgers. When we walked in , we weren't even sure if they served food, but the food is amazing! Onion rings are so good and their hamburgers are made with angus beef. I would go back here again, and again, and again.“

“One of the last great dive bars in the US with a great selection of local craft beers on tap. Awesome bartenders, great live music and an amazing hidden wine store and lounge in the back.“