Restaurants in San Juan Capistrano

“Beef rib today was mostly fat It was pick up so no way to complain Overpriced Disappointing”

“Just ate here today for the first time and the pizza was amazing!! I ordered the bbq chicken and my friend got pepperoni. The crust was insanely delicious and crispy! Cheese to toppings ratio was on point! The mozzarella cheese sticks were also very good! And to top it all off, the customer service was 💯!! Highly recommend!!”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Very pleasant to be surprised by genuinely good food and great service atop the "busy corner" in SJC. Pro tip: go early (4:30-6) for your choice of seats (with nice views) and the happy hour menu which includes some of the best small plates and cocktails. Bang Bang shrimp is a "must". Staff is super friendly too!”

“This is a great place for wine lovers. Their wine list has a great selection of commonly loved varietals but also lesser known/found wine varietals. The best part is you can either order one of their pre-designed wine flights or you can design your own wine flight from their variety of offered wines. They have new world and old world wines from a variety of wine regions all over the world.

I also love their boozy ice cream. I ordered a scoop of Carmel Old Fashion ice cream and was so delicious. Dangerously delicious.

For those that like wine they do have some cocktails and craft beer options. I haven't tried them but my friends liked their frozen rose and sangria.”

“We love this place! We were in the area and had an amazing experience! Amazing atmosphere and service. Welcoming and super clean environment. The service was excellent and the food came super fast! The food was great also. it tastes just like brazil. great price for a great meal. Thank you”

“Second visit to Limoncello and want to say the food is excellent in every way. Last night I had Arugula salad (very lemony dressing), the Risotto (outstanding) and chocolate gelato which was VERY chocolate. Topped with a nice wine. All Excellent. As for atmosphere, lots of large parties there last night celebrating Christmas and birthdays so was quite noisy, but 'tis the season. Highly recommend Limoncello. Food and service are excellent and above average. Menu is extensive with very different and interesting options. If they would have served a shot of Limoncello after dinner I would have thought I was dining in Italy.”

“Ok, so first up it was a bit pricey. But holy cow the burgers were all amazing, the place was clean, staff was wonderful. If you want ridiculously tasty burgers and don't mind paying for it... I'll give this place 5/5 stars for sure.”

“The best tacos I've ever had. Lots of fresh meat and they weren't dry like the kind at a more popular restaurant. The best deals are on Tuesday. We will definitely be going back for more. This place is great and I want to try their other items.”

“Service was extremely friendly. However, every item that came to the table needed salt and more flavor. The burger was flavorless. Chicken sandwich was pretty good. Ambiance was great. Price point is too high yo be missing on the food.”

“This is a perfect place for my family. The restaurant is right next to the railroad, my son can sit here whole day to watch the trains. Food is also great! Love the vibe here!”

“It was so delicious that I ate all the sashimi and sushi before I could even take a picture. I was very surprised by the exceptional freshness, overwhelming taste, and reasonable price.
The staff is friendly and kind. This is a restaurant I frequent.”

“It was my first time here, and the food is delicious. Love the simple & quaint decor. Definitely will be back!”

“Delicious Dinner. Beautiful presentation and the Carnitas Tacos unbelievable. Chef Michael is a true gem.”

“We loooove Lunita's! This ain't your average mediocre pie. It's artisinal. From the crispy yet chewy crust to the sauce and the selection of unique combos (my personal favorite is the Sexy Roni), every bite of a Lunita's pie is simply delicious. Oh, and we got the Caesar salad last time, which was also really good-- elevated and super fresh.

They've also got great t-shirts. And regarding the text to order concept, I think it's fun and refreshing -- it's right to the point and simple to do.”

“The award-winning breakfast sandwich had a nice taste but was too greasy for me. The iced mocha had a nice flavor and the Vietnamese iced coffee was very smooth. Tim was very friendly and doing everything, cashier, barista, and cook. Items took 15 mins for drinks and another 5 for the food.”

“The food is all amazing - family favorites are the Bacon Quiche (it goes fast), the pasta salad and the lavender lattes!😍”

“Amazing sourdough bread. Makes great breakfast avocado toasts :)”

“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! 💙”

“Had the beef Chow Fun noodles.... excellent! I've had the Pho there to very good.”

“Always my go when I'm in town. I grew up in the area and it's still the same amazing hole in the wall restaurant. Great service with friendly staff. Always fun to see the owner still working onsite. I dream of these crunchy chicken tacos and house green sauce. It's fabulous.”

“Yummy food. I went for lunch and was extremely impressed”

“Such a cool place! Owners are fantastic and the music was amazing! Limited food options, but they must have been good because they ran out. Separate vendor for food options. Beer was ice cold!”

“Super fresh, smelled clean inside. Owner is quite friendly and really cares about making a nice bowl.

Got the large bowl with brown rice, and a selection of great sides and toppings. Not *too* many, but each one worth considering. Flavors and spice level were spot on, not too salty or sweet, which highlighted how good the fish choices are.”

“First. Time. Here. San juan Capistrano Hidden coffee. There's line but the wait is worth it. Delicious fresh coffee and vegan chocolate chip cookies for me. And the just walk outside and enjoy everything there. I always wanted to be here. And I love ♥️ this place.”

“Great food as always. Service a bit slow but they were quite busy. Celebrated an 80th birthday & the server brought a dessert with candle AND sombrero for singing happy b'day. Cute!”

“If you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience that feels like a slice of the Mediterranean, look no further than this charming Trattoria! From the moment we walked in, we were enveloped in a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfectly complemented by a refreshing bottle of Vermentino Campo al Mare to kick off our evening. Fa Bene indeed! For our starter, we indulged in a delightful salad featuring wild arugula, endives, red onions, walnuts, and Reggiano cheese drizzled with balsamic dressing. Each bite was bursting with flavor and texture; it paired beautifully with the complementary tapenade and crostini—an excellent way to awaken our taste buds. Our server Jorge truly made the evening memorable with his attentive service. He guided us through the menu while ensuring our glasses were never empty. With fresh focaccia straight out of the oven and homemade pasta on offer, we knew we were in for a treat. The star of the night was undoubtedly the daily special of Strozzapreti—hand-twisted pasta that lives up to its intriguing name. Tossed in a rich Pomodoro sauce with fennel and pork sausage, each mouthful felt like pure bliss. It's easy to see why this dish has such an engaging backstory—it's both comforting and indulgent. Overall, this Trattoria is not just about great food; it's an experience worth celebrating! Whether you're dining with friends or planning a romantic evening out, this place promises fine wine, delicious dishes, and unforgettable memories. Buon Appetito!”

“I walk in to fragrant Indian spices. My mouth immediately starts to water. The appetizer comes out Some kind of vegetable dumpling my son ordered. One bite dipped in an incredible mint curry sauce and I'm in Nirvanna. It only gets better from there... SO GOOD!”

“Rice Bowl Express is an excellent fast casual American Chinese restaurant. I come here every so often for lunch. All of the options taste great and the portions are filling. It's a great value.”

“Easter Brunch 2023 was outstanding! So many options for a Starter, Entree and Dessert. Frankly, when our beautiful server came over to see what I wanted, I wanted ALL the starters as I have enjoyed them for years! The Filet Mignon eggs Benedict was perfect. The bottomless, large mimosas were so fun with choices of orange juice, pineapple or watermelon; I tried them all😊 We all passed around our desserts. The Crème Brûlée and Flowerless Chocolate Cake were standouts for sure”

“My wife found this little gem whereas we stopped in on a beautiful Saturday morning for brunch. Ramos Cafe did not disappoint. Brunch was delicious and the atmosphere quaint.”

“Great place and pretty authentic food and top margaritas.”

“This is hands down the best gluten-free bread I’ve ever had. It’s as close to traditional bread you will ever find. Unfortunately I don’t live close to her locations but it’s absolutely worth the drive! Highly recommend!!!”

“Authentic Mexican food in a clean and nice restaurant. I have been going there for years and it's always a pleasure. Love the tacos and everyday is Taco Tuesday with their reasonable prices too!”

“the food was amazing! service all of it! it’s so hard to find a good alfredo sauce
but this place knows how to make it well!
fresh pasta was soooo good
everything here was absolutely amazing
don’t skip on dessert either!”

“I love the vibe and environment but the food was the best!!”

“Docent is Decent. Got me a Mouthful of Church on Time, 8.2 DIPA. Lisa has a Peel Top.”

“I mostly always build my own omelette and its always amazing. Great fast service with a smile😎”

“A little gem of a place in San Juan Capistrano. We randomly came across it after my daughter's soccer match, and choice of food or plenty and every single one of them are delicious. Just a heads up if you are ordering the quesadilla for your kids they are a bit on the spicy side. Portion size phenomenal, taste is even better. I tried the pesto sandwich, the quesadilla and steak burrito.???”

“A's has the Best breakfast burritos and there lunch is also fantastic”

“Old watering hole from the 80's when i was in the USMC. Came to our 40th reunion and stopped in to wet our whistle and reminiscing about old times.

Beer is cold whisky is poured. What else can you say except drink up and have fun.”

“Note: reservations are a must during the weekend!

We decided to go there on a whim after a great massage next door and we're lucky enough a different party didn't show up to their reservation. We waited outside while one of the servers/hostess figured out somethings. Communication could have been better but alas we were seated and promptly served. Food was delicious! The Totoya roll is a must, it just melts. The salmon skin hand roll was super crunchy, caterpillar and eel and avocado rolls were smooth and velvety. Not too pricey but we also didn't order alcohol.”

“Always amazing food and Staff”

“I got here during close-up hours, so the atmosphere wasn't really much there. I did enjoy this place

Parking: There's not much to say. The parking was there. Only one other car besides me in a 30 parking available area”

“Good place to go to eat, even if you are not a golfer.
First visit, we sat inside, but there is a large outdoor dining area.
I had the Western BBQ Bacon Burger. It was good, plenty of bacon and tasty BBQ sauce. We also had the Butter Toffee Cake for dessert, very good.
Table service was a little lacking, but wouldn’t keep me from a second visit.
Prices are reasonable.
Recommended.”

“Please will someone tell me how to make a reservation for tomorrow night at 6:00 for 4 people, I have heard good things about the food and atmosphere but can’t seem to figure out how to make a reservation.”

“I like Nono's Affordable Mexican food, and a front patio to also eat at. I like there enchiladas, tostados, tacos.”

“Service is great, sushi is well above-average and consistent. This is a very casual place, so don't expect lots of frills; just consistently good sushi, warm service, and reasonable prices. Go here a lot.”

“Great food, great vibes!”

“This was our first time here and we arrived at what seemed to be a shift change as there was only one server for the first 30 minutes of our visit. She did a good job but had way too many people to handle by herself.

The food was very good and they have a great happy hour menus.”

“The works or vegie pizza would be even better if the green peppers & onions were minced and not sliced large. Veggies aren't cooked enough if at all. The pizza lacks that extra flavor. Everything else about Selmas is awesome, the service, location, friendly atmosphere.”

“Heather at this location is so helpful and warm to each greets she sees. She looks out for people who have families and brings their order to them. The overall service from all employees at this location is wonderful. Food is fresh and delectable every time.

Kid-friendliness: Great quality and prices. Sticker books are cute too!”

“Our Server, Brian was outstanding! My friend is allergic to garlic and onions and he went out of his way to check with the Chef only to learn that onions had been fried earlier that day in the same fryer/ oil as my friends French Fries and would have been contaminated. He took our concerns to heart and made sure the food was prepared safely. Bravo Brian!”

“Great team, great meal, just great 😊”

“The owner is so kind and she makes great sandwiches!”

“Excellent service & quality! Mauricio promised me a birthday cake, for our friend, to be delivered to a nearby restaurant on Sat, 3/18 & they PROMPTLY delivered a beautiful cake and it was DELICIOUS. Thank you 3:16 & Mauricio 😊”

“Delicious burgers, they are my children's favorites, we always go there, good service
Just one comment, I don't like you when we go to order computers at the counter, it's not the same as having a person serve you, it would be better as before if someone served you and ordered as you like without repeating yourself.
Thanks the best Carl Jr”

“Awesome employees. Awesome service and always delicious food and drinks.”

“Lots of reviews mention Panda Express as comparison.
I see why, as it’s very close to Panda, but with much more generous serving sizes.
The shop certainly doesn’t have the ambiance of Panda nor the number of item selections.
But my Orange Chicken was tasty, noodles very good, fried rice was OK, spring roll yeh. For $9, it’s a bargain.
Recommended.”

“This place is awesome, under new Ownership who they really know how to make it happen, their food is great, drinks are also great, their entertainment is by far the best in San Juan Capistrano and their staff is really second to none!!!! A must !!! So if you are looking for the best place in town, this is it.”

“Place is great, I lived in central Mexico for years and can say this place is authentic and delicious. They also have a whole array of juices , Agua Frescas, an entire bakery, and a small convenience store/ butcher next door. A must try!

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly. Tons of food options

Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible via wheelchair”

“Phenomenal experience every time! If you are not a member of the Rancho Capistrano wine club you are missing out!!!!”

“I've been coming here since I was a kid, and my family has come here since the restaurant opened in San Juan. The BEST Mexican food in town, always made fresh, with the best chips and salsa for sale on this side of the border!”

“the food is more then what you pay for it tacos are big n all meat is delicious”

“There is no inside seating here. Luckily, we were there on a nice summer day. But even at that, it was breezy and we had to fight to keep our bags and paper goods from blowing away.”

“The food is authentic Mexican food. It's family owned. I LOVE the spicy green avocado salsa!!!!!! Plus the server I've always gotten is always the same and she is soo attentive and nice.”

“Haven’t been to this Starbucks in years, since I was stationed in El Toro and I still love it! It’s just so quaint and peaceful to me. The surrounding area is beautiful as well and the baristas are always friendly! � It was so nice to stop through there again.”

“Great time .. and the most amazing food .. dubble bubble shot is a must here never in my life anything like this .. but the best ohh and the cabbage wrap Thai style is the best”

“Overall great experience music was a little loud but we were outside and so was the entire downtown area. Food was good. Appetizers 12-19$ food 20$ for two taco plates and $30 for other main entrees. We had tacos they were good.”

“First time there, and we had a great service.”

“Irish pub with pub fare. My burger was soaking, but my wifes sausage roll was done well. Her mom scarfed up the fish and chips. The brownie sundae was very fudgey. Service was good and prompt. Not bad prices.”

“They completely screwed up our reservation. total incompetence with bs excuses. For the price, I expected something much more upscale. Housekeeping use metal plate as a door stopper making banging noises early in the morning which is also unacceptable. the beds are too soft which gave me a backache the next day. trying to have a conversation with some friends at the bar in the afternoon was impossible as the muSICK was too loud and the live singer was even louder.. room service brought no utensils! some friends from Asia liked the historic building. but then old Spanish architecture is abundant in California. it just reminded me this was all part of Mexico. I would NOT recommend this dump to anyone. Marriott, you guys need a new manager at this place please. I have lost all respect for the autograph collection. nice concept but totally mismanaged”

“Great BBQ in San Juan Capistrano area. Meat is tender, flavorful and baby back ribs fell off the bone. we will be back each time we visit the area.”

“They completely screwed up our reservation. total incompetence with bs excuses. For the price, I expected something much more upscale. Housekeeping use metal plate as a door stopper making banging noises early in the morning which is also unacceptable. the beds are too soft which gave me a backache the next day. trying to have a conversation with some friends at the bar in the afternoon was impossible as the muSICK was too loud and the live singer was even louder.. room service brought no utensils! some friends from Asia liked the historic building. but then old Spanish architecture is abundant in California. it just reminded me this was all part of Mexico. I would NOT recommend this dump to anyone. Marriott, you guys need a new manager at this place please. I have lost all respect for the autograph collection. nice concept but totally mismanaged”