Sharon's Guidebook
Food scene
TJ's Woodfire Pizza
641 Camino De Los MaresGreat pizza for casual sit down, pickup, or delivery.
Good variety of tasty sandwiches on rolls in San Clemente. Some seating and can order ahead for pickup.
Beach Hut Deli
1844 North El Camino RealGood variety of tasty sandwiches on rolls in San Clemente. Some seating and can order ahead for pickup.
Tasty italian food for pickup, delivery, or catering - not a sit down restaurant.
19 locals recommend
Guichos Eatery
1110 S El Camino RealTasty italian food for pickup, delivery, or catering - not a sit down restaurant.
Two locations nearby in Dana Point and San Clement - we prefer the Dana Point location.
29 locals recommend
The Shwack Beach Grill
24502 Del Prado AveTwo locations nearby in Dana Point and San Clement - we prefer the Dana Point location.
Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice
34255 California 1Good vegan bowls, tacos, avocado toast, and fresh juices.
Maison Cafe + Market
24501 CA-1Great for brunch and a lighter, casual meal.
Giana Bakery & Provisions
34146 California 1Same owner as Maison. Great italian food.
Stacks Pancake House
34255 CA-1Popular breakfast spot.
Best ice cream ever!! Try graham central station; blue monster; or midnight madness!
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
610 Camino De Los MaresBest ice cream ever!! Try graham central station; blue monster; or midnight madness!
Crumbl Cookies - San Clemente
410 Camino De EstrellaGen Kai Sushi
34143 CA-1Excellent sushi with mix of traditional sushi and variety of rolls.
Kamea Poke
34320 California 1Size-able portions and fresh fish.
Kawamata Seafood
26881 Camino De EstrellaPopular poki spot - only open for lunch.
Carmelita's
34255 Pacific Coast HighwayCasual taqueria spin-off of original popular restaurant located in North Laguna Beach.
Casual, tasty, order-at-counter (no table service) Mexican food with option to order drinks at the bar next door.
13 locals recommend
Lupe’s
33621 Del Obispo StCasual, tasty, order-at-counter (no table service) Mexican food with option to order drinks at the bar next door.
Good takeout breakfast, burritos, enchiladas, guacamole, and tasty salsa. Also, can make trays for catering.
11 locals recommend
Las Golondrinas Mexican Food
34069 Doheny Park RdGood takeout breakfast, burritos, enchiladas, guacamole, and tasty salsa. Also, can make trays for catering.
Great drinks, food, and atmosphere for a night out. Has a nice view from the covered patio too and near San Clemente Shopping Outlets.
Asada Cantina + Kitchen
225 West Avenida Vista HermosaGreat drinks, food, and atmosphere for a night out. Has a nice view from the covered patio too and near San Clemente Shopping Outlets.
South of Nick's San Clemente | Mexican Kitchen + Bar
110 North El Camino RealAlways a good meal!
Nick's San Clemente
213 Avenida Del MarAlways a favorite spot for a nice dinner out.
Coastal Kitchen
34091 CA-1Nice outdoor patio and atmosphere with modern American food.
The Cellar
156 Avenida Del MarGreat food in a cozy spot with live music (check availability).
Vine Restaurant & Bar
211 N El Camino RealGood for special occasions.
Tutor and Spunky's Deli
34085 CA-1Good sandwiches at a reasonable price
Casual sit-down traditional Mexican restaurant with large portions, good margaritas, and reasonable prices. Nightly specials and live music.
Ricardo's Place
32082 Camino CapistranoCasual sit-down traditional Mexican restaurant with large portions, good margaritas, and reasonable prices. Nightly specials and live music.
Truly Pizza
Upscale pizza in a beautiful outdoor setting. Try the square pizza for a unique crust!
Groceries+
Sprouts Farmers Market
550 Camino De EstrellaTrader Joe's
638 Camino De Los MaresCostco Wholesale
33961 Doheny Park RdSmart & Final Extra!
34091 Doheny Park RdBevMo!
34215 Pacific Coast HwySmall market in San Juan Capistrano with locally sourced excellent produce, seafood, and meats.
Marbella Farmers Market
31109 Rancho Viejo RdSmall market in San Juan Capistrano with locally sourced excellent produce, seafood, and meats.
Neighborhoods
Dana Point Harbor
San Clemente Pier
Laguna Beach
Corona Del Mar
Beaches
Capistrano Beach
This is our beach ;)!
Doheny State Beach
Poche Beach
Poche Beach flanks our Capistrano Beach to the south and is popular with local surfers.
Dana Strands Beach
34001-34099 Selva RoadSan Clemente State Beach
Laguna Beach
Salt Creek Beach
Ritz Cove DrSan Onofre State Beach
Old Pacific HighwayNewport Beach Pier
1 Newport PierSightseeing
Capt. Dave's Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari
24440 Dana Point Harbor DrMission San Juan Capistrano
26801 Ortega HwyMission Basilica San Juan Capistrano
31520 Camino CapistranoSan Clemente Metrolink Station
1850 Avenida EstacionSan Juan Capistrano station
26701 Verdugo StSherman Library & Gardens
2647 East Coast HwyRoger's Gardens
2301 San Joaquin Hills RdLido Isle
Aventura Sailing Association
24707 Dana DrShopping
Outlets at San Clemente
101 W Avenida Vista HermosaOutdoor shopping mall with many popular restaurants. Also next to popular Corona del Mar town and beach, Balboa Island, and Back Bay.
719 locals recommend
Newport Center/Fashion Island
401 Newport Center DrOutdoor shopping mall with many popular restaurants. Also next to popular Corona del Mar town and beach, Balboa Island, and Back Bay.
Irvine Spectrum Center
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StLargest shopping mall in California.
Entertainment
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center DrThe Coach House Concert Hall
33157 Camino CapistranoOC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair DrKnott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdDisneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrThe Laguna Playhouse
606 Laguna Canyon RdSawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon RdOrange County Great Park
8000 Great Park BlvdSan Juan Hills Golf Club
32120 San Juan Creek RdSan Clemente Municipal Golf Course
150 E Avenida MagdalenaPelican Hill Golf Club
22800 S Pelican Hill RdMonarch Beach Golf Links
50 Monarch Beach Resort N