47 Best Vegan Restaurants in San Clemente

“Great experience and lovely stuff good service and food ❤️❤️❤️“

“I am always blown away with their food! Every ingredient is delicious and perfectly cooked. Just a really great place and very nice people. Consistently delicious.“

“Everything is over-the-top, amazing and well above expectation. We will definitely be going back there again. Appetizers and service was top notch. This was the best dinner and night we’ve had in a long time. We’re happy to have found a new favorite restaurant.“

“We were really impressed with the variety of mussels. We loved the blue cheese and mustard choices, especially with the frites! We added some bacon from the mustard to our bread dipping into the blue cheese too! We sat at the bar and the bartender was not only attentive but caring. He was would happily return!“

“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“

“YUMMIEST AND HEALTHIEST SWEET TREATS IN OC! Their homemade ORGANIC cookies and ice cream sandwiches are SO DELISH and ADDICTING! Dairy free/ Gluten free/ refined sugar free/ dye free/ seed oil free!! Love that the owners care so much what they serve to their customers! So friendly too! Wish we had more food options and businesses like this“

“delicious gelato, family friendly and the people are so nice there! they answered all my questions regarding allergies, from nut allergies to gluten free options, we're very happy to have found this gem ❤️“

“We thought the food was exactly what we were expecting, and the cocktails were very classic. The interesting part was discovering that eggs can be fried, as we saw with the deviled eggs. Additionally, the bread on the prime rib sandwich had a nice, cheesy toasted layer. It was a good meal with standout customer service.“

“The food was very good and the service was excellent. I'm a glad I gave this place a try!“

“It’s very rich tasting ice cream! I got peanut butter and Oreos with chocolate hard shell so it’s not unexpected that it’s rich!In retrospect, and if you have kids or don’t want a mess, choose the bar vs. the soft serve. The hard shell is quite difficult to eat without it all falling off.Kid-friendliness: Kids love watching this off.“

“Tracy and her team have exceeded my expectations both times I've ordered custom cakes. Not only do they look amazing they taste amazing too!“

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

“This place is awesome. We had chicken and steak Build your own tacos. Everyone loved it! We will definitely be back!! Thank you for making My Dad’s 95th great!!!“

“Best Ice Cream around, so many great flavors. I can't wait to try them all“

“delicious breakfast best hashbrowns ever!“

“As a hospitality and tourism instructor the customer service was an embarrassment to say the least... Kaya appeared to be anything but welcoming. She told us to pick a table with 'two chairs only'. We selected one away from an open window since the weather was slightly cool for us being travelers. We asked if she could turn the ceiling fan directly above us off. She replied with a hard sigh, "I can turn it down, but I can't turn it off." She walked behind the counter and stated out loud to her coworker, "I get so annoyed when people ask me to turn off the fan". We just walked out to not annoy her further.“

“Great spot right next to the San Clemente Pier!! Friendly service and excellent crepe choices ranging from sweet and savory breakfast types and more burrito sandwich style crepes which are more heavy. Overall great lunch spot by the water that you won't regret visiting“

“Best place to enjoy the best coffee and the place has the best workers“

“Great food, always our favorite restaurant go to when we are in the area!“

“I have to say. My mom has never been out here and I personally live in Phoenix and haven’t been in this area in 9 years. So, we randomly picked this place and wow. I haven’t tasted something so delicious in probably 5 years. Every piece of shrimp was so tasty and juicy. I also got the Black something salmon. 11 out of 10. Every single item I ate was full of flavor and the server was amazing. Best restaurant experience my mom and I both agree. Top shelf. Just to give contrast. I’m 47 and my mom is 73. Pleasantly pleased“

“Amazing venue, Great beers and pizza! A must do if you are in the area!“

“This is our new favorite place to go have coffee and brunch at !! Must try their pastries. They are absolute to die for !!!!!!“

“Excellent service. Large wine list and food was delicious. Enjoyed the live music and lighting giving it a great vibe. A hidden gem.“

“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 ?“

“Wow! Super yum to say the least. It’s always great when the new local restaurant hits it out of the park! My wife & I started with the bacon & meatballs appetizer. She then had the fried green tomatoes & French onion soup while I had the ribeye. Delicious!“

“Excellent solution for a healthy meal or snack on the main street of San Clemente. In addition to the internal tables it also has an outdoor patio that allows you to enjoy the beautiful sunny days. Wide choice of vegetarian dishes, the ones we tried were all excellent. The smoothies are delicious. Very friendly staff, fast service. Aware of allergies and available to apply variations. Absolutely recommended!“

“I spent years in Japan and for an hour I forgot I was in California! The food is outstanding and authentic. ありがとうございました!“

“Outstanding Burgers, Salads, Carnitas sandwiches, hot dogs! I’ve had them all.. Best place to enjoy with family and friends.“

“Always the best of everything and the staff is fabulous“

“Great food and service. Was very impressed to see all workers wearing gloves and masks. Other restaurants need to follow your example. These are uncertain times and every precaution is necessary. I want to help support local businesses but if they don't protect both staff and workers, I won't be back. Kudos to you Guichos!❤“

“Came with 6 of my family while visiting San Clemente on a Sunday evening without a reservation. We were seated pretty quickly. The ambiance was industrial and open but we had a corner booth with a small table and chair added and were all comfortable. The menu intrigued me as I like Ono Hawaiian. They offered many traditional Hawaiian offerings so it was difficult to pick one. I opted for the Luau Plate that came with a variety of proteins that I could sample to include pig, teriyaki beef, teriyaki salmon, Portuguese sausage, and shoy chicken (crispy skin on chicken thigh) and it came with 3 sides. I chose the pineapple fried rice, Hawaiian Mac Salad and roasted veggies. Let me warn you the plates/portions are huge with food good for sharing. The cost of all that food was under $21! We ordered the Hapa Nachos as an appetizer it too was huge with a generous amount of pork piled on top of a plate full of restaurant style corn chips with lots of gooey cheese, jalapeno and garnished with green onion and came with several sauces. The pork was really good and reminded me of a luau l went to while in Hawaii some years ago. My grandkids got teriyaki burgers which were good and topped with lightly grilled pineapple. It came with a side and they chose fries that were crispy and seasoned which was also tasty. My daughter had the chicken yakisoba with ramen style noodles stir fried which also was very good. My wife wasn't that hungry but had a side of the pineapple fried rice and a side of the macaroni salad. We tried the macadamia nut Mac & cheese which was good but for me a little on the bland side. On my luau plate it also came with pickled mango and coconut haupia (gelatin) which was the hit of the night. My wife and daughter tried mine and loved it so much that they each ordered their own. For 6 full meals with an appetizer and a little dessert the bill was $165 after tip! Service was excellent and attentive and the server answered all our questions. The food came out pretty quickly and hot. I will definitely eat here when we visit San Clemente again. We didn't trv anything from the bar but they had a Sunday drink special of $5 draft beers and $6 IPA's. Enjoy“

“So happy with our ramen meal. The broth was amazing and had great flavor, the pork and eggs cooked to perfection, and noodles had a perfect consistency. I got the “spicy” and I’d say it was a 3/10 spice level, with great spice flavor. The spice came in a ball of paste on the side so you could choose not to add it all if you are a spice weenie.“

“Excellent experience! Excellent food! Excellent service! Fantastic little owner owned/operated Northern Italian cuisine restaurant. We will return!“

“Delicious food and great scenery“

“Reliably delicious. Kind people. I always get the green curry and my husband always gets the pineapple curry. We're never disappointed. Sometimes I get the pad Thai, which is also very good. I prefer this Thai place over the others in San Clemente.“

“My wife and I come back to visit a few times a year and this is a must stop. Our favorite guy is always working hard behind the counter. We LOVE the spicy mango margaritas and the ceviche. The fact that they have a dressing bar with cilantro vinaigrette, pico de gallo, jalapeños, salsas, etc. CANT GO WRONG!!“

“We have been coming to San Clemente for 30 plus years and always have stuck to the main drag. Just one block over you will fine the quant restaurant and pub called The Nomad. Ample indoor and outdoor seating creat a spacious dining experience. Our family enjoyed the outdoor deck while we snacked on wonderful appetizers and cocktails. A fantastic and relaxing experience for any nomad!“

“This place is amazing! I drive far put of my way for the wheatgrass shot. Pay the extra dollar and get the 4 ounces! Never thought I would get into wheatgrass, but this stuff is life changing! The owner is a doll and is happy to make recommendations if you need help choosing. So many great options and the vibe is so chill. Make sure to sign the gratitude journal too! It's all a part of the experience. ?“

“A true hidden gem of San Clemente. In the downtown village there are plenty of places with long lines and a fancier menu, but few will provide something as tasty as Captain Mauri's. I get something different every time and never have left disappointed. The specials are always changing as well, so there are plenty of options.“

“The staff was super helpful and very knowledgeable about what they offered and what met the tastes of their customers, got an extremely memorable smoothie. Most smoothie places that are subpar melt quickly, or have bad ice texture, or just taste like juice, but they were truly unique and healthy foods here.I got the avatar“

“I will say this place is amazing I’ve been very happy with every bite of my Baja beef wrap I had the spinach tortilla as my wrap and the secret sauce as my condiment and I can’t recommend it enough the outdoor seating area was perfect for socializing and enjoying the weather. The flavor is perfect with portion and I ordered the small size drink which for my weight loss goals was ideal!!“

“I just picked up my curbside groceries. The lettuce and spinach was fresh and beautiful. My peppers, tomatoes etc looked fresher than the market. I bought flour and yeast which is so difficult to find and eggs and milk. I will definitely order again. I would very highly recommend them. Thank you for providing this service!“

“Very pleasing atmosphere calm peaceful elegant great peace of mind I enjoyed my food there and drinks are great as well“

“Great food! Great service! Awesome people! Love it!“

“We get take out here often. The food is excellent and the staff delightful. Favorite dishes are the lasagna, chopped salad, Mediterranean salad, the marsalas, risotto, and just about any pasta and sauce combo. The pasta is done perfectly and the sauces are yummy.“

“This is now my favorite poke place. The quality of the poke was amazing and the sauces were some the best poke sauces I've ever had! The staff is very friendly and helpful. It's a bit small inside but there is extra seating outside. I will definitely be coming back!“

“Pure Burger is a top notch spot, that has always focused on providing amazing service. I’ve been there countless times, and each time leave satisfied with the best quality burger around. Super grateful to have them as part of our local community!“