French Restaurants near San Clemente, CA

“Moulin in San Clemente is this adorable French bistro that's totally transporting. The vibe's cozy and it feels like a mini getaway. We sat outside and it was perfect, beautiful sunny day and the outdoor seating is gorgeous. I went for the omelette special with mushrooms and French ham and it hit the spot, eggs were perfect and the flavors were great. My wife loved the Croque Monsieur sandwich. Customer service was outstanding, the staff were super friendly and on point. Oh, and the fresh squeezed orange juice was amazing! They've also got this cute little market thing going on which was a nice touch. If you're in San Clemente, Moulin is a solid pick for a chill French meal. We'll be back.“

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

“Literally such a cute place I love it here it’s so cute inside don’t even get me started on the food and drinks everything was so delicious I definitely recommend it and the people that work here are so sweet and so nice I’ll definitely be coming back I drove an hour and it was so worth it“

“Love our first time here this morning. Better croissants than we had in France and we thought they were good! Outstanding quality and you can tell everything is made with 100% pride, care, compassion and love. Will definitely go back more than once! Goodbye diet!😆❤️❤️👌🏼🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“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! 💙“

“I feel that Moulin in Laguna Beach is a bit better than this location, but I still had a good experience here. One thing that has always disappointed me about Moulin is the size of their lattes—they're just too small. I wish they offered larger latte options on the menu. Other than that, everything was good, and I would probably come back more often if they served bigger lattes.“

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

“Pandor Bakery & Café in Mission Viejo is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a beautiful, warm, and inviting setting that immediately makes you feel welcome. The display cases are simply stunning — an extensive array of freshly baked breads, pastries, desserts, and treats that make it nearly impossible to choose just one.
Everything looks and tastes exceptional, reflecting true craftsmanship and quality.
What truly sets this location apart, however, is the leadership and staff. The store managers — especially the French-speaking manager — along with the entire team, enthusiastically greet every customer with genuine warmth and professionalism. They are a real class act and an absolute pleasure to do business with. Their energy, hospitality, and pride in their café elevate the entire experience.
Mission Viejo is fortunate to have such a wonderful establishment serving the community.
Bravo, Pandor Bakery & Café — I’ll most certainly be back!“

“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!“