35 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants San Juan Capistrano

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

“I’m from SC. I wanted to surf fish while here and brought a rod/reel with me on the plane. I’m here for 5 days total. On day 1 I wanted to try a local doughnut. I saw they had gluten free. I don’t need it but my kids do. I bought some from a dude in a flannel shirt. I thought it weird, but it’s California so whatever. I got them back to the place we were staying and we all sampled about six different doughnuts. 🤯 OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! I’m a Krispy Kreme lifer but DANG THESE ARE GOOD. Today I went back and bought 6 more. These are expensive so there went my fishing budget but it’s worth it because my kids and enlaws loved it. My father enlaw said the maple bacon should be illegal it’s so good. Listen there are a lot of choices here but if you are going to try just 1 or several this should be your first stop and if like me it will be the only one you need. I’m not big on California, sorry, but the only thing better than the weather and scenery are these incredible doughnuts. 🤯“

“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.“

“Every cup is brewed with care, tradition, and a touch of serenity. Best place to make memories with loved ones,“

“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.“

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

“Wow ok this is the spot in downtown sjc... We got a great view overlooking swallows bar across the street. Great people watching great atmosphere, relatively chill with a great happy hour and really nice and friendly service... We had a five-star experience with wonderful food. We had the pork ribs and we had tuna. Everything was amazing.“

“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.“

“This is a historic location (a favorite of President Nixon & wife Pat-there's even a table with their photos on the wall above it), and a great ambience. It can be very noisy with the open rooms all connecting. I always enjoy the food and how quickly it comes.“

“Rolled in before I caught train back home, after a day at The Mission. Enjoyed a few items off the Happy Hour Menu. $34 before tax for the Pear & Brie Skillet melt, seasoned olives, and a slice of Key Lime pie. I would pass on the skillet melt next time, did absolutely love the toasted focaccia it came with. Next time I would try the Spinach Artichoke Dip. I sat solo at the bar, several average size groups were at the other end of the bar area.“

“First and foremost, Trevor’s offers plenty of gluten-free options and actually uses a separate fryer for gluten free foods. With a family member recently diagnosed with celiac disease, this was a huge treat! He could actually order fried chicken without the concern of cross contamination. On another note, we went there on a Monday night with a party of five and had to wait about 15 to 20 minutes for a table when the restaurant was not very crowded at all. It wasn’t a big deal but you would think we would be able to be seated right away. Also inside the restaurant it was so cold. It would be nice to be able to dine without wearing a jacket, but that was not the case. Overall, it was delicious food and well worth the minor hiccups for the gluten-free accommodations.“

“Excellent everything!!!!!“

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

“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!“

“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! 💙“

“First, time being here and everything was fantastic! My wife and I went for our anniversary. Great dinner all around. I had the Fusilloni with whole roasted garlic, bell peppers, onions, Italian sausage, and a tomato cream sauce. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sausage had great flavor, and the roasted garlic really brought everything together without overpowering the dish. My wife had the Branzino with cherry tomatoes, olive tapenade, and grilled vegetables. The fish was fresh, flaky, and cooked beautifully, and the vegetables were a perfect complement. Excellent service and a meal we'll definitely come back for.“

“Hidden House SJC is located in the historic Los Rios District—California's oldest continuously occupied neighborhood. This location, near the train station and a short walk from the Mission, boasts beautiful surroundings to enjoy while sipping your coffee. Unless you arrive early, expect a wait, as the line generally extends out the door on weekends. The service is consistently very good and friendly.

​My only disappointment is that they stopped offering pour-overs at this location. It’s a bummer for those who appreciate the clarity of a manual brew, as their standard drip is decent but roasted much darker than I prefer.“

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

“Yummy food, great drinks and service!“

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

“I love this place !I enjoy eating here! The workers are so kind 👍“

“The restaurant is self service style where you order at a counter, take a number, fill your drinks at a fountain, and wait for your food to come to your table.

The food was tasty and portions generous, only downside is the prices are a little high. Might be worth it if you're looking for a good sit-down meal in a comfy and clean atmosphere.

They sell plenty of options of cuisine including burgers and sandwiches, breakfast, and Mexican food.“

“Crivello’s Italian Bistro is hands down the best place for amazing Italian food! Every dish we’ve tried has been absolutely perfect—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff is always kind and attentive. Highly recommend Crivello’s if you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine paired with outstanding service!“

“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 for years and always like everything. They have a very clean kitchen and warm, friendly staff. Something that absolutely blew my mom and I away recently was the artichoke dip. Yum!! It is so fresh and delish!!“

“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“

“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.“

“So happy that we discovered this SJC neighbourhood gem! Expect authentic, fresh, no-frills sushi and maki rolls, with wonderful chef and staff service (at the sushi bar). Our fave this visit was the 'Aburi Hamachi Roll', but we are looking forward to coming back often to try all the menu options!“

“LOVED THE PLACE OPEN DOOR FOOD IS GOOD“

“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“

“I didn’t smell a smoker and there isn’t a choice of sauces, but the three meat sampler we shared of brisket, smoked pulled chicken and pulled pork was quite tasty. And the fried dill pickle appetizer was one of the best we’ve had, with thinly sliced pickles and a nice coating.“

“We came for lunch right after visiting the mission. It was right across the street and we wanted to try a different lunch spot. The food was great. We ordered steak and shrimp and a Shepards pie and calamari as an appetizer. The drinks were great and we enjoyed some music from the patio. Overall a great experience and we will definitely be back. The only odd thing was when our waitress came to take our order, I asked about the drink menu and was asking for recommendations and she seemed confused about my questions. She didn’t offer any suggestions and when I asked about a drink on the menu, she asked if I wanted a shot of grapefruit juice.“

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

“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.“

“My favorite morning routine is coming here and grabbing the delicious and fresh raw juice (tastes like its made with the freshest ingredients every time and I LOVE that they use the whole fruit and vegetable and its not too pulpy. Their juicer is high quality for sure), and a delicious salt bagel that isn't over done or too heavy. Not to mention, everytime I eat something here (even the sandwiches are delicious and they actually use enough ingredients to make it not to bready) my sensitive stomach doesn't hate me. They are definitely doing all the right things! Their coffee is always hot too and will offer to make more if they are out of your favorite. I look for the closest thing to a New York bagel everywhere I go. I have had some come close, but this one is the best!! They are also reasonable on pricing. They are friendly and work well with everyone. THANK YOU for your high quality ingredients, caring attitudes, and consistency with my orders. I can always find everything I need here. Also, I appreciate that DoorDash is available here so that I can continue my routine wherever I am!!“