French Restaurants near San Clemente, CA

“Always the best of everything and the staff is fabulous“

“This was my second visit to a Moulin and while the food was again excellent and the location beautiful with the ocean view, my only disappointment was that it was a much smaller location and did not offer the same selection of bakery items and food.“

“We found this little Gem recently and fell in love! Amazing food and the friendliest staff! I have Celiac disease and their menu offers me so many delicious choices! 💙“

“Folks that work here gave random strangers with camera's Water. That was an amazingly refreshing thing to do! This is a business i would support any day! Thanks for your hospitality!“

“Excellent art-inspired bakery treats. Sean (sp?) and his team’s hospitality is top-shelf.“

“This is a wonderful spot for all crepe lovers! The prices here are very reasonable.

They offer both savory and sweet crepes, croissant sandwiches, or sandwiches on whole grain wheat bread or French rolls, grilled ham or turkey sandwiches, onion soup, salads including tuna salad and fruit salad, and a variety of omelets.

Savory crepes include turkey crepes, curry chicken, with spinach, chicken and mushroom, bacon, salmon, and shrimp. Each crepe comes with a delightful sauce, and the portions are large enough to fill you up with just one.

Sweet crepes feature berries, caramelized pears, chocolate, Nutella, cinnamon, apples, and sugar—you’re sure to find something to your taste.

For kids: plain cheese crepe, peanut butter & jelly sandwich, turkey or ham cheese crepe, small milk, and apple juice.

Drinks include coffee, a variety of teas, hot chocolate, juice, milk, iced tea and iced coffee, and various smoothies.

My favorites are the St. Louis crepe with ham and the sweet Royal crepe. The service here is very friendly, and there are seating options both inside and outside.“

“Highly recommended 😂 Yummy food and friendly servers . Thumbs up 👍“

“A perfect and quiet location for a Mother’s Day brunch or dinner.“

“Moulin Café is one of those hidden gems that has the power to refresh your day, whether you stop by in the morning for a bright start or before sunset to wind down. The atmosphere immediately draws you in with its charming ancient décor that makes you feel as if you’ve stepped into a European café by the beach.

The staff are consistently welcoming and kind, adding warmth to every visit. Their pastry selection is impressive—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Pair that with their well-brewed coffee or indulge in one of their subs, and you’ve got yourself a perfect café experience. The menu strikes a wonderful balance between quality and variety, making it easy to find something you’ll love every time.

Its location close to the beach makes Moulin a convenient stop before or after a seaside stroll, and the fact that it has a restroom available adds practicality for longer visits. The overall vibe is cozy yet lively, and it truly feels good to spend time here, whether you’re enjoying a quick coffee break or settling in for a longer chat with friends.

Moulin Café is more than just a café—it’s a destination that leaves you refreshed and satisfied. Highly recommended!“

“a truly wonderful restaurant and by far the best in San Juan and one of the best in Orange County. a cozy French country side atmosphere run an absolutely wonderful family. and it will.benopem for breakfast soon and I can't wait!“