17 Best Seafood Restaurants in San Clemente

“Quality food at fair prices! Can't wait to come back & actually sit down in the nice dining area. 👍🏼“

“Excellent seafood on the San Clemente pier! Three of us got the yellowtail feast, and we all loved each of the four courses. Try dipping the complementary sourdough in the boil for the clams. The dressings are made in-house, and the blue cheese and ranch were great. While not part of the feast, the pasta that someone else in our fam ordered was also perfectly prepared and delicious. The kids meal was spot-on for our 6-year-old, with a cute portion of clam chowder and a generous portion of salmon. And we ended with an expertly-crafted creme brule. The staff was very attentive and friendly, despite being busy, and the majestic views and soothing-wave atmosphere from the pier are so refreshing to the soul. It can be a little chilly outside after the sun goes down, but they have heaters on the deck.“

“We were visiting friends in San Clemente and had dinner at Vine Restaurant & Bar. The service was outstanding and the food was delish. Great experience“

“We had. not been here in years and our recent visit did not disappoint. Our server Cole was excellent. The food was superb. Highly recommended.“

“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 ?“

“Came for lunch with my gran about a month after my grandfather passed. It was my gran's first outing since the funeral and i was worried but our server was this adorable silver haired woman named Rebecca. She had my Gran laughing the whole time. We ordered combos and the suggested jalapeño watermelon margaritas, which were spicy and refreshing. We needed a nap afterwards because we were too stuffed! My gran won't stop asking when we can go back. Thank you South of Nicks for lovely meal, and Thank you Rebecca, for helping a family member feel normal after tragedy. You are in our prayers“

“The owner/chef is a nice dude with portions as big as his personality. For those unfamiliar- think home cooked “el pollo loco” if you will. His wife is the other chef and prep cook. I like simple food and the Half chicken with rice and beans is my go to since 2018. Local tip: this is a couple who’s been running the joint for over 40yrs, the husband is the only cook and sometimes his wife hopes over to help turn out meals. Sometimes the chicken is underdone when they’re super busy, but in almost 10 years I’ve maybe gotten 3 under cooked meats and when I bring it up, he cooks it more, sometimes throws in a free leg or wing and some extra guac or beans. This is as close to hole in the wall/family as it gets. For what this place is, I hope it stays Open until they retire or a son/daughter takes over. Think el pollo loco before it became mainstream, for a day I’m not feeling burgers, I love coming here and sitting on the. Lot of good fish on the menu too, makes me think Baja or south gulf. Very refreshing eats“

“The best restaurant with mussels in South Cali. Highly recommend!“

“good service food it's so delicious 😋 atmosphere everything is incredible“

“Excellent service and the food is incredible. Highly recommended if you enjoy a good steak and incredible drinks.“

“Such a great place. Nice addition to San Clemente.“

“Wonderful, Fresh Fish!! Best Macaroni Salad & Sesame Slaw!! Great Vibe!!! San Clemente!!“

“DELICIOUS !!! food and wonderful people“

“WOW Poki has easily become a top Poke spot for me. I've tried thier wrap and thier bowl so far and intend to return and try more! Plenty of options and every ingredient to pick from is fresh and ready for addition to your order. There is zero discoloration or proof of ingredients sitting out too long and when eaten, everything tastes fresh and flavors are strong in the best way possible and complimentary to each other. You can tell everything in the kitchen is well maintained by seeing and tasting. Service is polite and to the point so you can get to enjoying your meal right away and servers are not stingy with portions. I've left twice now feeling satisfied and wanting more the next day. The perfect spot to eat when you want something savory during this hot weather.“

“Wahoos has the best Outer reef burrito! Their chips salsa and guacamole are so good too. For a short time the serving size went down but they corrected it and back to good portion’s again so I wanted to give them a good review! I highly recommend Wahoo’s! 🤙“

“We celebrated an early Mother’s Day Saturday evening. Outstanding👏😎flavors, presentation, dessert, cocktails/ vibes..And our waiter(Luca) was personable , fun.“

“If you’re ever visiting San Clemente Pier, and want to eat the most delicious fast Food you’ll ever taste you gotta go to Fisherman’s Gallery, the fast food here is beyond anything you’ll ever eat, it has a touch of homemade I’m telling it will melt your palate. Take it from me ask for the cheeseburger with fries and a coke 🤤😋 if you like chicken try the chicken burger the tenderness in the chicken will leave with desire for another one. They also have delicious ice cream if you’re just in the mood to cook off after a hot sunny day.“