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.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croque Monsieur, Vegetarian Omelette with Cheese, Bakery, Pastry Offerings, Pain Au Chocolat
Kelly Mohan
I enjoyed everything about my visit here. Their attention to detail was outstanding and the food was great. There are 5 or 6 parking spaces adjacent to the cafe, and free street parking to the east (just check the street signs for the two days per month that are excluded).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Alvarez
Tony & Sammy at Mulin in San Clemente is an absolute gem. The coffee is excellent (even the decaf has a robust European coffee flavor), and the food is truly authentic French—clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. The croissants and pastries are phenomenal, easily some of the best around. My favorite is the omelette with potatoes and their proprietary homemade ham. I add cheese and it is perfection.
The service is outstanding as well. The staff is cheerful, attentive, and genuinely helpful, which makes the experience even better. With both indoor and outdoor seating and a charming French atmosphere that truly mimics a café in France, it feels like a little European escape right in San Clemente.
Highly recommend for coffee, breakfast, or a relaxed café experience. Everything on the menu is excellent. When I am in town this is my go to breakfast place. I am there as soon as they open. After I am done with breakfast I take a short stroll to the beach right across the street to listen to the early morning waves break and I’ve got my therapy for the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Spencer C
This place overtime has gone tremendously downhill. Every time I order any type of sandwich here the baguette is normally very hard to bite into. The service is always really good, but the quality of the food has just not impressed me as of late.
Baked items are probably your best choice for breakfast, but I would stay away from any of the items you see on display at least any of the sandwich and pastry items.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Danny Johnson
I got a sandwich. It was pretty good. The staff was friendly. The atmosphere was awesome. I sat out side and was close to the ocean and had a nice breaze
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Annie Inlow
Quaint and cute .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
D Stephan
The two gentlemen working the times I have visited are a dynamic duo! I believe their names are Tony & Sam. They are extremely welcoming, friendly, hard working, and passionate about their jobs! They make the place feel alive and are so upbeat and positive! I love how much fun they are having while working! The best food, coffee, pastries, and mimosas in San Clemente! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shane Schaffer
Rude staff. Toilets a mess. I asked for a lecroissanwich and was told they were out of croissants. I asked if they could put it on a different bread or pastry only to get “nahh” as a response. Then I asked what else could be made with ham and egg and he replied nothing and just stared at me. I paid for parking but left without food or drink. Shame because all the other locations are great. I even chatted with the owner in Newport and he’s a fantastic guy.
Jimmy Y
Just happened to see this place as we got off the MetroLink Station. Glad we stopped in and place was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Brosseau
Moulin is one of our favorite places to stop for breakfast or lunch. Their pastries are irresistible so be careful. Their crepes and omelets are great too. They have indoor and outdoor dining.
Excellent all the way around, parking excluded but that’s the beach area for you. I stopped here the other day on a bicycle tide. Enjoyed it so much that I came back with my wife for lunch. Brilliant idea!
Highly recommend for a great change of pace and atmosphere. Bring your walking shoes as the beach area calls
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Gibson
Three of us ordered, 1 half chicken, other 2 pesto chicken salad. The kitchen didn't get the salad order, so after 20 minutes I asked our waiter about it and then there was a scramble to find out what happened. The salads came out and were very good ( chicken was also) , and they comped the salads because of the delay. I would eat there again, because I don't think slipups like that happen often 👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vadim Pak
The guy at the counter was rushing us because we simply were asking about what the items were made out of since the menu did not describe anything. There were flyes everywhere inside and dogs all around the place. The pastries were mid at best and the bread was just like any store brand bakery bread. Avoid this spot and find something mom and pops owned that cares about what they do
Shannon B.
Fantastic food and coffee! Sit and enjoy with a slight ocean view.
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.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croque Monsieur, Vegetarian Omelette with Cheese, Bakery, Pastry Offerings, Pain Au Chocolat
I enjoyed everything about my visit here. Their attention to detail was outstanding and the food was great.
There are 5 or 6 parking spaces adjacent to the cafe, and free street parking to the east (just check the street signs for the two days per month that are excluded).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony & Sammy at Mulin in San Clemente is an absolute gem. The coffee is excellent (even the decaf has a robust European coffee flavor), and the food is truly authentic French—clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. The croissants and pastries are phenomenal, easily some of the best around. My favorite is the omelette with potatoes and their proprietary homemade ham. I add cheese and it is perfection.
The service is outstanding as well. The staff is cheerful, attentive, and genuinely helpful, which makes the experience even better. With both indoor and outdoor seating and a charming French atmosphere that truly mimics a café in France, it feels like a little European escape right in San Clemente.
Highly recommend for coffee, breakfast, or a relaxed café experience. Everything on the menu is excellent. When I am in town this is my go to breakfast place. I am there as soon as they open. After I am done with breakfast I take a short stroll to the beach right across the street to listen to the early morning waves break and I’ve got my therapy for the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place overtime has gone tremendously downhill. Every time I order any type of sandwich here the baguette is normally very hard to bite into. The service is always really good, but the quality of the food has just not impressed me as of late.
Baked items are probably your best choice for breakfast, but I would stay away from any of the items you see on display at least any of the sandwich and pastry items.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
I got a sandwich. It was pretty good.
The staff was friendly. The atmosphere was awesome. I sat out side and was close to the ocean and had a nice breaze
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quaint and cute .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The two gentlemen working the times I have visited are a dynamic duo! I believe their names are Tony & Sam. They are extremely welcoming, friendly, hard working, and passionate about their jobs! They make the place feel alive and are so upbeat and positive! I love how much fun they are having while working! The best food, coffee, pastries, and mimosas in San Clemente! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rude staff. Toilets a mess. I asked for a lecroissanwich and was told they were out of croissants. I asked if they could put it on a different bread or pastry only to get “nahh” as a response. Then I asked what else could be made with ham and egg and he replied nothing and just stared at me. I paid for parking but left without food or drink. Shame because all the other locations are great. I even chatted with the owner in Newport and he’s a fantastic guy.
Just happened to see this place as we got off the MetroLink Station. Glad we stopped in and place was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Moulin is one of our favorite places to stop for breakfast or lunch. Their pastries are irresistible so be careful. Their crepes and omelets are great too. They have indoor and outdoor dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Excellent all the way around, parking excluded but that’s the beach area for you. I stopped here the other day on a bicycle tide. Enjoyed it so much that I came back with my wife for lunch. Brilliant idea!
Highly recommend for a great change of pace and atmosphere. Bring your walking shoes as the beach area calls
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Three of us ordered, 1 half chicken, other 2 pesto chicken salad. The kitchen didn't get the salad order, so after 20 minutes I asked our waiter about it and then there was a scramble to find out what happened. The salads came out and were very good ( chicken was also) , and they comped the salads because of the delay. I would eat there again, because I don't think slipups like that happen often 👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The guy at the counter was rushing us because we simply were asking about what the items were made out of since the menu did not describe anything. There were flyes everywhere inside and dogs all around the place. The pastries were mid at best and the bread was just like any store brand bakery bread. Avoid this spot and find something mom and pops owned that cares about what they do
Fantastic food and coffee! Sit and enjoy with a slight ocean view.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The pastries and sweets are rly good here ngl
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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