27 Best Coffee Shops in San Clemente

“Best place to enjoy the best coffee and the place has the best workers“

“Wow! I had the best coffee and my husband a delicious smoothie prepared by Ethan!!! Congratulations! Awesome atmosphere!!!! We loved it and will recommend this place a 100%! Keep up with the good job!! Thank you Ethan!!!!!“

“Anyone who comes to San Clemente should check out this coffee shop .An incredible combination and synergy of top notch customer service , robust / organic coffee ,and atmosphere make it Rapport.“

“Aloha Açaí is absolutely amazing! From the moment you walk in, the energy is so welcoming and refreshing..you instantly feel at home. The bowls are vibrant, fresh, and packed with flavor, and it’s the perfect spot to slow down, relax, and just get lost for an afternoon.

It’s more than just a place to eat..it’s an experience that leaves you feeling nourished and uplifted. 🌺✨“

“I’ve been here several times over the last few years and every time I’ve had such a pleasant experience! The coffee is consistently well done, and the pastry selection is always a delight. There’s a cute back patio and plenty of seating if you’d like to read or journal or maybe catch up with a friend“

“The employees are very friendly and accommodating. I recommend this place to anyone who loves coffee.“

“We were really impressed with the Picnic Cafe who we hired for a recent event. Their lavish grazing board was gorgeous and they did all the set up and take down which made the process super seamless. It’s definitely a wow moment if you’re looking for something a bit more creative than average catering for your event!“

“While on my morning walk I found this cute lil cafe that sits directly on the beach by the San Clemente Pier. My son got the bagel breakfast sandwich & coffee, my daughter got the nutella toast & I got the acai bowl. We all thought our food was good. We will def be back on our next visit there!“

“Great coffee, limited food items. Tons of indoor tables for seating (even a huge square bar -- no alcohol and you order at the same place as everyone and bring your coffee and any snack to the bar seat you select) -- and outdoor seats/tables on Avenita Del Mar for people watching.“

“I was off from work and Googled some coffee spots nearby, and this one came up, it caught my attention because it’s simply called Matcha (which I found kind of funny).

We ordered three drinks: a Mocha Frappe, Thai Milk Tea, and Matcha Latte.

I’ve tried all of these before at different cafes, but here’s my take: the Mocha Frappe was way too sweet for my taste, we even had to add some milk at home to balance it out. The other two drinks were good though!

Prices are reasonable, and the service was friendly. Thank you to the servers for making our drinks.. you all deserve appreciation!“

“Great coffee and delicious breakfast food items“

“delicious gelato, family friendly and the people are so nice there! they answered all my questions regarding allergies, from nut allergies to gluten free options, we're very happy to have found this gem ❤️“

“Great pharmacy for getting vaccinated for Covid-19 and the Flu at the same time!“

“delicious breakfast best hashbrowns ever!“

“We've come here twice. First time we stumbled accros Antoine's because it was close to our hotel. The 2nd time we came to the same hotel because it was close to Antoine's! Excellent food. Excellent Service. Enjoyed having breakfast and listening to all the locals visiting with each other. Dave can cook a STEAK!!! Perfect! Thank you Dave!“

“Just ordered an undertow at the Ortega location and they completely butchered it so I had to just pour it out. This location decided to comp my drink due to such a bad experience. The whole team was busy during cars and coffee but they still did an excellent job pumping the drinks out and mason made a fantastic drink! Great experience and I’ll be taking all my coffee business here from now on!“

“I continuously have the best experiences with the baristas here. All of them have been great, but Chanelle especially is awesome. I hadn't been in this location in many months and when I walked in the other day she remembered my name and my exact order. And she's always super friendly and professional. My drinks are always made great.“

“I've found my new favorite hidden hideout in San Clemente! Tucked away in this charming old town shopping center is Alohaha, a place that absolutely nails both açai bowls and coffee in the most delightful way.

First off, the staff here deserves a special shoutout — they're genuinely warm and welcoming in that way that makes you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Abby in particular is an absolute ray of sunshine who reminds you in her demeanor, that life is beautiful!

Their coffee smoothies are where the magic happens. The perfect balance of rich coffee flavor and smoothie goodness that somehow manages to be refreshing and energizing at the same time. Not too sweet, not too bitter — just right.

What really elevates this place to 4.5 star territory is the whole vibe of the location. There's something special about being nestled in this old town shopping center that feels like a little escape from the everyday hustle. It's the perfect spot to just hang, sip something delicious, and soak in the laid-back atmosphere. I've spent hours here just vibing, working on my laptop, or catching up with friends. This place captures that quintessential SoCal energy that keeps me coming back again and again!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“Great little local donut shop! Very good donuts at a reasonable price. The raised donuts are very light and airy and absolutely hit the spot. The owner is very friendly and even snuck a few extra donuts into my order. What a nice way to start the day. Thank you!“

“Always friendly staff. Like most places, it can get busy and could use a bit more seating inside. Still a great location though!“

“Clean and friendly, with a great location and outdoor seating!“

“Love the cellar!!! And it is walking distance so it’s perfect“

“Tracy and her team have exceeded my expectations both times I've ordered custom cakes. Not only do they look amazing they taste amazing too!“

“The best restaurant in Mission Viejo and don’t forget all the yummy donuts. Everything is delicious and excellent menu. Staff is very friendly.“

“Great customer service! Steven and Gianna are great they’re always helping me out and tag teaming cafe. Whether one of them is taking my order and the other one is making my drink they get it done before I’m even done leaving the cash register! They’re really fast!“

“Great Experience! Got order right the 1st time ❤️“

“I’ve been going to Kelly’s for 20 years now, always good food, coffee and service.

Parking: Free parking in shopping center and directly in front of Kelly’s.

Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel chair accessible“