Great spot. Sunday afternoon the area was pretty busy but our wait was not long for a party of 3. Sat inside, server went over the menu. Good options. We ordered a heirloom bean dish for a appetizer which was full of flavor and enough for us to all share. We all had burgers which were coooked to perfection, and fries. Must try spot of in the area read more

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We were so impressed with Finca that I felt compelled to write a review, even though I rarely do. The service was incredible and the food was fantastic. We started with the wedge salad and the beef tallow French fries, both were outstanding. I'm usually not a fan of thick-cut fries, but these were cooked to perfection: crispy, flavorful, and paired with an amazing selection of condiments. The house-made ranch and homemade barbecue sauce were both delicious, and the pineapple dipping sauce was such a unique, tasty surprise. We also tried the Finca burger, which we all agreed was hands down one of the best burgers we've ever had. The beef itself tasted phenomenal. You could definitely tell it was high quality/very clean meat. Everything was so fresh, right down to the tomatoes and lettuce. The staff truly elevated our experience. We were helped by Alexis, who was warm, kind, and accommodating from start to finish. Her cheerful energy made our evening even more enjoyable. This dinner was extra special because it was one of our first outings with our newborn daughter. The staff couldn't have been more thoughtful or accommodating they even offered a changing table when I stepped away to care for her. Overall, we would absolutely recommend Finca and are already looking forward to our next visit! read more

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Amazing food and service! I would highly recommend it. The menu is always changing which keeps the choice of dishes fresh!

A really really solid burger spot! I'd rather go to Tanner's Oceanside and pay money there though. The burger is good, but last time I went it was a little under cooked and the fries weren't hot. Servers have been good. The vibes are great, love the outdoor seating. They aren't as consistent as some places though. A little pricey for what it is. read more

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Came here for dinner with friends. Everything is farm to table, so it was all fresh ingredients. We ordered a few different cocktails, tm favorite was the Tepache Punch and subbed the mezcal with normal tequila. The Grilled Artichokes was a great appetizer. For food, we ordered the Montana Burger which was big enough to split, as well as the fresh local catch. The dish was perfectly cooked. Location wise, the outdoor patio was good because you could see the live music from the middle of Riverstreet. read more

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Excellent lunch with my son. Came by this outdoor mall on each of these past two weekend days. We were in town for his water polo tournament. The service, the food and the prices are all high. But so is the quality. The beef tallow fries and homemade sauces were amazing. One of the best burgers I've had in a long time. All farm to table. Strong iced tea too. And they have booze but I didn't dive in on this visit. Huge ceilings and breezy atmosphere. Highly recommend. read more

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We love this place. Yes we love the ambience., but it's really the food. We've been there twice now and have not been disappointed. The burgers really are the best. But the sides are also incredible. It's already one of our favorites and we will be back. Oh, and did I mention the service was good? read more

Incredible meal! Roasted Artichoke and a lettuce wrapped burger. Amazing burger - would definitely highly recommend! I'm gluten free - server was educated around gluten avoidance read more

Located in the new River street Marketplace. We had to wait about 15 minutes but no problem. Great service from Sammy. Delicious Caesar Salad for me and my husband had the Tri tip sandwich and we shared fries. All very good! I just wish they had a veggie sandwich on the menu. I don't eat meat and this is definitely a meaty place. I did enjoy the salad. read more

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My wife and I were HUGE fans of Chef David Pratt's former restaurant Brick in San Clemente and were sad to see it go. We've been waiting to try his new Mexican inspired restaurant called Finca in the newly opened River Street Marketplace in San Juan Capistrano. We've never been to River Street before and decided to go check it out on a Saturday afternoon around 4:00. Wow is this place cool....and very busy. Whoever the developer hired to design and plan the layout and architecture of the marketplace deserves a bonus. They nailed it. Although some of the stores haven't opened yet, it was still packed with people and tons of young kids. They had a 3 person musical group belting out some old school tunes and literally dozens of kids playing in the common space that includes a grass lawn area with plenty of outdoor seating. We tried to get into Finca but it was super busy and we didn't have the time this night to sit and enjoy an early dinner. I did stroll through though and found the restaurant to be very comfortable with an excellent vibe. Next time we go back, I'll ask to be seated on the large outdoor patio overlooking the common area. The menu is innovative and extensive. And by the way, if you enjoy top notch tequila and mescal, this place should be on the top of your "to go" list. I peeked at some of the food that was coming out of the kitchen and it looked absolutely delicious. Chef David and his team cook over open flames and the smell of burning hardwood is in the air. Cooking highly elevated dishes using this cooking method requires a bunch of talent as well as a tolerance for heat. I even saw custom made pans with holes in them that sit directly on the flames/embers. This is the first time I have ever reviewed a restaurant that I haven't eaten at yet but wanted to share my initial thoughts and some pictures. I am looking forward to going back to work my way through the menu. read more

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We left San Juan Capistrano and were looking for a wine bar. Finca came up but it's not a wine bar, it's a restaurant. Still had a very nice glass of Pinot. They have a very nice staff and decent menu although we did not eat. Patio dining was packed and overlooking a grassy area. This is a VERY family friendly area with lots a kids running around and live music on the weekends. Nice and pleasant. read more

Came back for a second time and had to leave another fantastic review! I recommend Lexi every single time she is so attentive and kind and very knowledgeable about the menu! Always a great atmosphere and had the pleasure to sit on the patio which was so nice! We ordered the curry potato's, chicken, and artichokes! Highly recommend! read more

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Beautiful restaurant, love the location and ambience and concept. Wood fired grill, semi outdoor seating, nice decor with a kind of elevated gaucho estate type feel. Everything is set up well for a lovely meal until the food comes, which was unfortunately extremely disappointing. Came with a relatively large group and got to try a variety of things including several burgers (bison and beef), steak, squash blossoms, sides (carrots and fries), and salads (wedge salad). The wedge salad was worse than airline salads. The carrots were burnt into oblivion - wood fire is an amazing potential flavor kiss to a nice dish but not if it's charred into burnt bitter carbon. The meat patties in the burgers were oddly formed and just had this unusual texture that somehow was both overcooked and undercooked, and unfortunately just overall the food was extremely bland (bad seasoning, bad texture). Lots of great potential but just really poor execution from Finca unfortunately. Maybe it will improve. Service was lovely! read more

First time at this restaurant and The Rodeo. We arrived around 715 or so. The outside was full and the inside spot 75% full. We were able to get a table inside although the temperature was rather warm on the first day of the season. Kind of a cool rustic vibe going on there's a small bar, but it's not one. You can actually sit at. Service was friendly although a little slow. We were still appreciative however. We opted to share a little gem Caesar salad, Finca burger and a side of fries. Keep in mind that the entrees do not come with any type of side, so those are all extra. It makes for a quite expensive burger. Everything did taste delicious. It was enough for us to share. The only thing we did not like was the pineapple dipping sauce with the fries. The herby ranch was extraordinary. We probably would return and try other items. The outside patio looks fun to sit at it but it does face the grassy area that at the time we dined, was running rampant with small screaming children. So if that's not your vibe, you may want to dine inside. Now for Parking, there is a paid lot, which will cost you two dollars for four hours. Getting out is a little tricky because the credit card processing takes a few minutes so be patient with the person in front. Personally they should do away with this money grab. Also if you're wearing very thin, high heeled shoes, you might want to be careful because the parking lot is a packed gravel surface. read more

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What a treat! Service, ambiance was exactly what a farm to table eatery should be ! Perfection!! Prices are in line with River Street Market. Food was cooked perfectly, crispy green bean tempura, the dips were fabulous, anti pasto burrata app was unique and flavorful! Give them a try! You will it!!! read more

Our food was absolutely delicious and portion sizes were large! We came during happy hour so our burgers came with fries. It was quiet and spectacular. My dad is a picky eater and loved his steak! Will definitely come back. read more

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Just opened 3 days ago. In the new Riverplace Marketplace. I think everything is cooked in a wood fired grill/oven. Lot of veggie dishes and high end burgers. Might be my new favorite restaurant in south OC. If I had to describe with in two words it would be CREATIVE and FRESH. They pay great attention to little details. The non alcoholic patio cooler had a small piece of pineapple in it but it was grilled and had a smokey hint to it. The farm lemonade has fresh fruit puree with a thin slice of candied lemon. Me tried 4 veggie dishes. All so good. Smoked eggplant was on a large fresh cracker of wheat and rye cooked in the open fire. Topped with smoked Japanese eggplant and a myriad of other small touches. So good. My favorite may have been the broccolini. Fresh grilled with nuts grilled tomatoes and chimichurri. The maiz was really good too. A fresh polenta. The squash was well executed but I'm not the biggest squash fan. The fresh corn tortillas and mole it comes it were excellent. Portion sizes are pretty good. The burgers and sandwiches looked good.... Will have to come back soon and try everything else. Prices are definitely a little on the higher side but definitely worth it. My only concern is that when the riverplace marketplace is fully open there will not be enough parking.... read more

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The ambiance and service were great, but highly dissatisfied with a menu item! If you just love wedge salads as we do, DO NOT order from this place! Their "so called" ranch dressing had no taste at all, and was more like a mayonnaise concoction. The bacon was super thick, rubbery and not cooked crispy - more like chunks of meat. Two of us sent ours back and the third, who ate a small portion of theirs got sick. Their prices are high ($13 for a side of fries that p.s. - do not come with a costly hamburger). Truly, don't think we'll be going back! There are many other better restaurant choices, especially for a burger or amazing wedge salads at "kind" prices, like BJ's in Laguna Hills! read more

Great place especially if you like that bbq smokehouse flavor but with a very date friendly atmosphere. The bison with the fig jam was excellent and the ricotta was a great touch. The ricotta made the burger really come together because it neutralized the sweet fig jam. The fries tastes like they were in a air fryer they were so crispy and seasoned with chives. The 3 sauces served with the bowls of fries are gourmet ketchup,ranch*,and pineapple ketchup. The ranch has some horseradish flavor that gave me tarter sauce vibes which I loved. The pineapple ketchup was a pallet shocker! It was like a brown tomatillo mixed with sweet pineapple. And can't forget the grilled sweet chili carrots with the beets sauces. I never tried smoked carrots and man in hooked. Overall I'm excited to go back and try other menu items. read more

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Just ok. Nothing really stood out. Sooooo many flies in the restaurant. They brough out a little fan, but the flies were everywhere. Food was average. Ambiance was great. The servers were friendly. With so many great options in this area, I would not go back. read more

Finally made it down to Finca. At first you might be turned off by the prices of a hamburger, $24 with no sides. But this is one of those amazing "everything from scratch all you need is the burger" burger. Totally worth it. Got a vegetable to share which was a roasted acorn squash with balsamic vinegar, burrata and hazelnuts. My burger had Kahlua pork, grilled pineapple, caramelized onions, Hawaiian ketchup... I don't eat bread and they were very accommodating regarding allergies. Just look through the pictures. Wood fire cooked everything. In one of the pictures is a whole fish being charred. A completely open kitchen means you can watch them make everything! Service was outstanding. The host, the server, everyone came by to make sure everything was perfect. read more

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Awesome place in river street! We got the burgers and were super impressed - they were delicious. Great patio with heaters and gluten free friendly! Started with the artichoke and would highly recommend it! read more

We tried Finca for the first time on Friday night. We loved the pretty patio we were seated on, and everything we ordered was delicious. We split the grilled artichoke, butternut squash tacos with homemade blue corn tortillas, the field greens salad, and a Three Star burger (which was amazing.) The service was great as well. I believe our server's name was Amanda. The general manager, Birch, was also really helpful. I accidentally left some new clothes I had purchased in the shopping center before dinner at the table. Birch saw them and said he tried to catch up with me, but I was already gone. I was so grateful when I called the next day and he had put them aside for me. I will definitely be patronizing their restaurant again! read more

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DELICIOUS food and SUCH nice people! I especially love the outdoor seating area, which is lit to perfection. Candlelight and warm firelight create the perfect atmosphere. I highly recommend this place :-) read more

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The server highly recommended the Grilled Sweet Chili Carrots and the Farm Margarita to start. The Margarita was perfect. Not too strong. Not too sweet. The carrots were hearty and could be a stand alone meal. We also had the Harris Ranch Beef Tallow Fries. Loved the trio of sauces. The restaurant was busy which is so nice to see for a new restaurant. We sat upstairs which was a little tight for my liking. It was hard to get in and out of our seats without disturbing our neighbor table. Otherwise a lovely evening. read more

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What a find! Lovely staff, super friendly. They have the best ingredients - a true farm to table experience. Found the best burger ever - been searching for a long time in Orange County....this is it!! Highly recommend if you want super quality ingredients, healthy and tasty! Hard to find places like this! read more

Great food and service! We've been back 5 times and loved each meal and had a great attentive server. They treated our dog to fresh water and pets so that is always a good thing! read more

Finally made it to Finca! And it did not disappoint. I had the three stars burger. Unbelievably good. The green beans I had to get an order to bring home. You guys did such a great job. Looking forward to our next visit very soon. Next week perhaps. Thank you!! Service was amazing. Ambiance was great. read more

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Love their food, the service and the atmosphere! This is in the Farm by Los Rios district. One of our go to's

This was my first time trying this restaurant in Rodeo, and it was amazing. I stopped by on a weekday for lunch and left with a full, happy belly. What stood out was the fresh, made-to-order dishes. Everything feels prepared to order with top-quality ingredients. The chef offers an authentic Mexican and Spanish-inspired menu, so you can taste the care in every dish. Highly recommend Zucchini blossom tempura, Light, crisp, and full of flavor. For cocktails try the Tepache Punch is refreshing and well-balanced. I swapped mezcal for tequila (not a mezcal person), and it worked nicely with the food. The sandwiches are good for sharing as an appetizer, and there are plenty of options to suit different tastes. Kid-friendly option since they don't have a dedicated kids menu is the quesadillas with handmade tortillas are a solid choice for little ones. Prices run on the higher end, but the quality and attention to detail make it worth it. The wine list features imports from various Mexican wineries, which adds a nice regional touch to the meal. I plan to go back soon. Overall, great food, crafted with care, great ambiance and a solid addition to Rodeo's dining scene. read more

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Finca is the kind of high quality restaurant you can count on for any occasion! Whether it be a family dinner, a laid-back date night, or impressing friends visiting from out of town. The food is next-level flavorful & yet the atmosphere stays relaxed and welcoming instead of stuffy. Great vibes here! I ordered the Finca Burger & it was phenomenal. Not only was the burger itself perfectly juicy, but even the tomatoes were bursting with flavor!! Every ingredient on the plate felt intentional (so hard to find these days). The beef tallow fries deserve a shout out!! I usually skip thick-cut fries bc they normally have no flavor but these were rich & irresistible esp with the house condiments!! We walked in on a Friday around 5 p.m. and were seated right away, but I can absolutely see why this place builds a line! Also phenomenal wine section if you're a wine lover they have some super unique finds! I got an orange Sauvignon Blanc that paired perfectly with my burger. I'll be back for that combo alone!! read more

Beautiful restaurant- they really went all out in every detail possible. AND they source their ingredients from the ecology center as well as other family owned farms. Also don't use seed oils! The food was delicious. The smash burger and wedge salad were excellent. The only improvement I would suggest is that the fries could use a little more seasoning and be cooked a bit more. read more

Love it here! The veggies are SO fresh. And the ribeye is our favorite entree! We come here at least once a week now that we have discovered this local spot. read more

Great quality food but I don't like that the burgers don't come with a side. You have to pay $14 for fries. A bit overpriced.

Had a great first experience at Finca tonight! The whole menu looked pretty good and we liked most of what we ordered! I loved the farm lemonade, although I wish it was a little less sweet, but it was still very tasty. The French fries were great, there wasn't anything special or different about them but they were still very good. For my main, I got the summer salad (I can't remember the exact name and can't find it on the menu posted to their website) which was really good but smaller than I thought it would be. We also got the green beans which I did not realize had chorizo so I didn't eat those (That's my bad for missing that in the description, I don't eat meat) but my family reported them to be pretty average. Besides the menu, the restaurant itself was very cute and all of the staff that we interacted with were very friendly! Overall we had a great experience and will hopefully be back very soon! read more

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Great vegetable options and accommodating to removing ingredients for plant based people. Friendly service. Nice outdoor seating. read more

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There for the burger and hot fries, and that did not disappoint! The portion of fries is expensive, huge and meant to be shared--don't miss it. And rarest of rare--they come to table really hot, wonderful. read more

The atmosphere is really nice (reminds me of several beautiful Valle de Guadalupe restaurants), service is friendly and attentive, and food is excellent. We had the smash burger, wedge salad and Brussels sprouts. Loved each dish. Wine/beer list is top notch. And the chef/owner, David, seems like a really good guy who cares about his customers. Highly recommend! read more

I'll start with saying that the food is great...once you finally get it. Everything started out great but when a big party (obvious friends with some of the staff) came in service went downhill quickly. We waited about 35-40 minutes before any of our order made it to our table. Meanwhile, the big party that sat next to us had food coming to their table within 10 minutes. So I'll say again... the food is great but the service is terrible (unless you know someone) read more

I love Finca! The seasonal menu is amazing! I love the variety and the fresh farm to table taste. I always find delicious meals especially the carrot appetizers, the salads and for some reason their ranch dressing with the fries are outstanding! I'm not even a French fry girl but ohhh man! Forgot to take pics but it's a great experience! read more