8 Best American Restaurants in San Clemente

Vine Restaurant & Bar American • $$$
211 N El Camino Real, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Jidori Chicken Schnitzel with Maitake Mushrooms
Signature Crispy Meyer Lemon & Honey Duck Wings
Jidori Chicken Schnitzel with Wild Mushrooms
Braised Prime Beef Short Rib Stroganoff
Bourbon Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
American Kobe Wine Country Burger
Pork Belly and Brussel Sprouts
Day Aged Bone-In Ribeye Steak
Watermelon Salad
Burgers

“Great experience and lovely stuff good service and food ❤️❤️❤️“

4.8 Superb313 Reviews
Nick's San Clemente American • $$
213 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass
Pan Seared Scottish Salmon
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Creamy French Onion Soup
The Local Market Salad
San Francisco Cioppino
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Original Ribeye Melt
Prime Rib Sandwich
Bacon Deviled Eggs

“The food was great, but a bit overpriced for the quality. It's a popular spot and always busy so make a reservation unless you plan on waiting 1-2 hours for a seat. We got lucky and we're able to snag a place at the bar.

Wheelchair accessibility: Limited, but I'm sure they would accommodate“

4.5 Superb429 Reviews
Fig@313 American • $$$
313 N El Camino Real, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Flourless Chocolate Cake
Goat Cheese Fondue
Braised Short Rib
Octopus Grilled
Roasted Octopus
Duck Confit
Sea Scallops
Beet Salad
Fig Salad

“Everything is over-the-top, amazing and well above expectation. We will definitely be going back there again. Appetizers and service was top notch. This was the best dinner and night we’ve had in a long time. We’re happy to have found a new favorite restaurant.“

4.6 Superb200 Reviews
BeachFire Bar & Grill American • $$
204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken & Avo Melt
BeachFire Cheeseburger
BF Signature Ahi Tacos
Shrimp & Lobster Tacos
Grilled Salmon Salad
3oz Filet Medallions
English Fish & Chips
Chicken Quesadilla
Crispy Calamari
Ribeye Sandwich

“Great location in San Clemente for delicious food and great service. I recommend the brussel sprouts! Yum.

Parking: There is a free parking lot just around the corner that had plenty of spots, but I imagine on weekends it's probably harder to find parking.“

4.7 Superb89 Reviews
Flights & Irons Urban Kitchen American • $$
376 Camino De Estrella, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Friend Bologna Sandwich
Bourbon Bacon Meatballs
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes
Iron Seared Salmon
Savory Herb Chicken
French Onion Soup
Chicken Burger
Shepherd's Pie
Potato Wedges

“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!“

4.5 Superb85 Reviews
Riviera Restaurant American • $$
2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Benedict
Avocado Toast

“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 ?“

4.3 Superb137 Reviews
Rancho Capistrano Winery American • $$
124 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Gourmet French Fries

“Always a great experience at Rancho Capistrano Winery. We dine there a minimum of once a week and the staff always makes you feel at home. Janay knows our order when she walks up to the table and it is that personal detail that makes it a special local experience. Wine is always good, would like to see Zach come back on the menu. He and the wine are what also keeps RCW a favorite. If you are not a member, make the decision to be one....member nights on Tues and Thurs make for an affordable night out when everything else is getting priced high and higher. Customer Service is in some ways a lost art, the staff here knows how to take care of their customers“

4.4 Superb81 Reviews
MRK Public Gastropubs • $$
1402 S El Camino Real, San Clemente

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders and Fries or Salad
Lemon Ricotta Beignets
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Pork Belly Bahn MI
Short Rib Sandwich
Chilli Cheese Fries
Brussels Sprouts
Soup of the Day
P E I Mussels
Chicken Wings

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

4.8 Superb78 Reviews