Restaurants in San Juan Capistrano

“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!!”

“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.”

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

“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!”

“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.”

“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.”

“A classy and cozy setting with an abundance of tastings followed by a fun selection of some notable varietals. A nice range of dishes to complement our evening appetite. Includes a large sofa area and patio for casual gatherings. Memorable! Next visit soonest!!”

“On vacation from phoenix arizona, stop to get a roll.Ask what their best role was was shown.A yellowtail roll that was out of this world.They also have fresh wasabi.Definitely a must in sushi.They're known for their roles here, but they also have sashimi and nagiri.”

“Lovely sitting next to the open windows on a Sunday morning. Our food was cooked to perfection and very flavorful. Though the cinnamon roll put us over the edge and we couldn’t finish our meals. It was a lot of food which is good when restaurant costs have gone up so much. I got the pork belly Benedict and it was really good.”

“We were in town visiting for Labor Day Weekend and ended up meeting some friends here and it was delightful. Everyone from the hostess to random staff were incredibly hospitable. We left something on the table and someone who didn’t even wait on us chased us down to return it, greatly appreciated. Food was exceptional, drinks were exceptional, and service was equally exceptional, believe our servers name was Jazmine and couldn’t have been a sweeter gal. They had a live band that was very enjoyable and weren’t so loud you couldn’t maintain a conversation, perfect vibe for a SoCal Saturday. Happy with our decision to meet there and would 100% be a regular if we were local. Check it out!”

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

“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! 💙”

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

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

“My husband and I stopped in for breakfast got a flat white, a breakfast sandwich, and the fried rice and everything was absolutely incredible.

Tim was so friendly and hospitable, which made the experience even better. The service was warm and welcoming, and it’s easy to see why this spot is so loved, everyone who came in seemed like a regular. We sat and ate there, and it felt like such a great community vibe.

Highly recommend this place”

“The best around, the bread is so fresh with a crunchy crust.”

“Great team, great meal, just great 😊”

“Favorite coffee shop in the area! Super friendly staff and delicious cold brew and iced matcha, especially their seasonal drinks. Home made granola is also delicious. If it’s your first time visiting, the line forms straight back from the register and goes out the front door… it does not curl inside. You’ll figure out what this means when you visit!”

“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.”

“The food and the ambience was great, but our server was awful. We had to ask for dishes. We had to ask for water. We had to ask your place our order, but the food was great and would definitely come back just because of that.”

“Had been about 25 years since our last visit and this was an eye opener. Excellent food and drink. Very comfortable with excellent service. Patio seating is very comfortable. Highly recommend if you like a great Italian American dining experience!”

“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.”

“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!”

“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!”

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

“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.”

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

“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!”

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

“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!!!”

“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!”

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

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

“Wait staff terrific. Everyone is very helpful and make you feel like your #1. We sat in the back of the restaurant. There were 5 tables. We could enjoy conversation. Definitely coming back.”

“Food is amazing and Bill was great! He brought a napkin and ketchup for me and he took great care of the other customers as well asking how the food was and taking away the trays. As a business owner this is the type of service every business should strive for! Well done!”

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

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

“Great onion rings. Usually get Santa Fe Chicken salad which is very good and large enough to split.

Burgers are good, not exceptional.

Menu is absolutely huge. Don't know how they do it.

Breakfast seems popular. Portions large.”

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

“Our weekly treat for the grandkids this summer. They have so many delicious items and coffee is excellent and not overly pricy. I’m hooked on their matcha Perfect little gem for downtown San Juan”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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!”

“Authentic Mexican food, the best guacamole you'll find anywhere.
I hope they're still here in the years to come considering the dark, dark times ahead.”

“Always amazing food and Staff”

“Thursday is a big h-down barn dance with the quintessential gentlemen cowboys ready to dance with you. If you're unfamiliar with the Two Step they will teach you. We had so much fun!!”

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

“Great food, great vibes!”

“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”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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”

“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.”

“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.”

“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”

“Great casual dining and drinks in the San Juan area. Great patio area. Friendly & good service and atmosphere. Really like the happy hour and football specials.”

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

“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.”

“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”

“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”