Outrigger Tavern

Love this place every time. Each week after golf Ashley takes good care of us with a smile and…read moregreat attitude. Food always good. No matter what you order you will be happy.

We came here as a family and had a good time overall. The drinks are solid, Twisted Tea is my…read morefavorite here, and the food was tasty. The pool table is a big plus, especially since it is very kid friendly, which makes it easier to enjoy and relax while the kids have fun. The waitresses were attentive and set the vibe nicely, friendly and helpful. My only big drawback is no A/C in the summer. It was way too hot inside, around the pool table area. Overall, great drinks, good food, fun for families, but sneeds better cooling in the summer.

Grand opening & great team!

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Mulligan's Sports Bar

4.5(170 reviews)

1.7 mi

I hadn't been before last week, and went twice. Once to get food to take out, then Friday night…read moredrinks and pool with friends. It was so much fun! Loved the app to use the "juke box". Our group of 4 are not great at pool, but still managed a few rounds before the diehard players swooped in and by that time it was a good time to leave. Also, June! What can I say? She's cool as a cucumber managing the bar with such a crowd. Will definitely be back, specially over the next month with the football World Cup!

This was actually the very first bar I ever visited when I turned 21, so it'll always have a…read morespecial place in my memory. The food was great, the drinks were cold, and the staff made for a solid experience. The atmosphere was definitely lively, and there were a lot of bikers hanging out that night, which was a little intimidating for a first-time bar-goer. That said, everyone was respectful, and it ended up being a fun experience overall. Looking back, I'm glad this was my introduction to the bar scene. Good food, good drinks, and plenty of character. Definitely worth stopping by!

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Knuckleheads Sports Bar

4.2(112 reviews)

1.9 mi

Sad, we ubered here and how disappointed! Came in and sat waiting. Never acknowledged, then after…read more10 minutes told I'm making drinks. Then other girl comes out and again never acknowledged. This place must be happening for the reviews but so much potential! Waste of our uber but we walked to another local bar and having so much fun!

My husband and I finally stopped in after driving by this place dozens of times, and we're so glad…read morewe did! Cute dive bar with a working cigarette machine and a stage for live bands. We had the pleasure of meeting the owners, Mike and Laura, who were incredibly warm, personable, and welcoming. They shared the story behind the bar and a little about their own journey. It's clear they've put their hearts into this place. We can't wait to come back!

The Bloody Knucks, available on weekends.

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Gibroni's Pizza

4.5(716 reviews)

1.2 mi

Family-owned & operated

Sports on TV

Fun time. Pizza Beer & Live music. Every once in a while I…read morecrave the Deep Dish Detroit Style Pizza at Gibroni's Pizza! Always satisfying. Even on a Friday Night, I got great service.

Had a birthday gathering, it was great! Nate went above and beyond to accommodate our table of 12…read more Pizza was great as always, but Nate made the party even better. Delivered drinks and food even when he didn't have to!! Thanks Nate!

Gibroni's Detroit-Style Pizzas: The Cabana

From the D Pizza (pepperoni pizza) Detroit AF cocktail Enjoyed on the patio Detroit style pizza Signature Cocktails

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Gibroni's Salads: Opa! Greek Village Salad

Goody's Tavern

4.0(176 reviews)

0.9 mi

Love Goodys! We went to enjoy some drinks for my 40th (5 women dressed as men) and we had the best…read moretime. Vibes were great and the bartenders were so nice. The only downside is they are not very nice to non-locals. We got pushed around quite a bit and had some rude comments made to us, but I can't fault the bar for that. We come here a few times a year and love it every time!

Shoutout to Deedee and taco Tuesday! The specials were legit! Street tacos and perfect price for…read morecoronas or Pacifico! Very welcoming spot for a local bar, but I will say Dee Dee was so sweet, so welcoming and made us feel like family. Not much more we could ask for , thanks girl!!

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New OC Tavern

3.4(36 reviews)

0.3 mi

Madison was off the hook tonight!…read more Excellent atmosphere, first class service, and their chicken wings are the bomb! If you're in the area, I highly recommend!

Asian worker rude won't give WiFi pass code pitch black can't see where to put ticket in machine…read moretickets get stuck in machines acussing people of taking drinks out of establishment just a joke the way its run embarrassing!

Tater tots and

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The Shore Kitchen + Bar

4.7(23 reviews)

2.9 mi

Came back to the Shore last Sunday to watch my Seahawks game with some buddies. They have all the…read moreNFL games and solid TVs. I ordered the steak burrito wet with green sauce on top and grilled chiles . It is the best wet burrito in South OC hands down! They actually use real steak and it's plentiful. So tasty the chef came from the Ritz Carlton I believe. Bartender Colleen is an absolute sweetheart and the owners are very warm and gracious. Bar chairs are very comfy. This is now my go to spot for football and when I want a great meal as their menu is solid! Would recommend anyone to stop in for a bite and good vibes.

Best upscale neighborhood dive bar in San Clemente. Super…read morefriendly staff and tasty food. Also loved the live music!

Inside restaurant

Carne Asada burrito

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Bloom's Irish Pub

4.2(238 reviews)

0.4 mi

We were in on a Sunday and we had the best time! Our server was fabulous! The food and drinks…read morefabulous too! Great atmosphere! Very welcoming! Great outdoor seating!!

Friendly staff, cold drinks, great music, TVs, lots of pool tables, Keno, and a patio make up this…read moredivey bar. The crowd is mostly Camp Pendleton Marines and local regulars, which gives it a welcoming neighborhood feel. I haven't tried the food yet, but I've seen several dishes come out of the kitchen and they looked pretty good.

Pool tables that are free with new felt!!!! Thank you Blooms!!!

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Pancakes

Coastal Cowboy

We moved to SC in early May and have been wanting to try Coastal Cowboy ever since. No seed oils…read moreand garbage in their food, our kind of food. The first move is you walk in and order at the counter, the line moves quickly and the girl who took our order was very knowledgeable and friendly. You can tell these employees are trained well. They give you a number and you grab a table. We were there on a Saturday night at 6:45 and we had no problems getting a table. Pro tip: Order beers & appetizers at the counter and then hang and have a couple of drinks and order dinner with your waitress. The food: Tallow Fries - Must order, the best fries you'll ever have. With the homemade ketchup good lawd! We got 2 baskets for 4 of us. We should have gotten 3 baskets. Coastal smash - 2 Pattie's, no seed oil sauce, pickles, onions, cheese on a fabulous brioche style bun. My wife LOVED this. Brisket tacos - An absolute winner. Smokey, salty, tangy, plenty of umami with cilantro and pickled onions. Fire! The only thing i would have loved was some sort of salsa. Maybe there was and I missed it. Caesar salad wrap chicken - this was a sleeper hit. My daughter is a Caesar salad conissuer and this was right up her ally. And with avocado oil Caesar dressing, no garbage! Comeon. Grilled fish tacos - very fresh and good. I think there was a sauce but these were dry. It needed more sauce and some salsa. Mind you the quality was there, so I had no problem eating them. But they were a bit bland honestly. 10/10 friendly service 10/10 easability if ordering and seating. 9/10 Food This will become one of our favorite family spots no doubt. Thank you Coastal Cowboy for caring enough to be seed oil free and health conscious with your cuisine.

Great menu and very clean place. Looks new. Ordering at the counter isn't my thing and then…read moreasking for a tip. Ugggg. I don't mind tipping servers however ordering at the counter isn't service. Cool that you can eat at the counter but still having to order in a line rather than a server. Restroom very clean! That's a huge plus. Pricey place however what do you expect from a tourist place. Ahhh. Restroom so clean I had to leave a gift Food was very tasty . Got fish n chips and a side of rice. The rice was A+. Fish and tarter was very good. . Why not give five stars. Well. Service for a 22 buck 2 piece fish n chips could use some help.

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Nick's San Clemente

4.4(2.4k reviews)

0.9 mi

Most everything was great here. I had the prime rib dip. It was delicious. Offered different…read morehorse radish options. Au jus was tasty and the meat was sliced thin and cooked perfectly. My wife got a burger cooked the way she liked. Had fries and my wife ordered the tomatoes with blue cheese. Some of the best tasting fries I've had. Both of us really liked the tomatoes. The restaurant was well decorated with a varied menu. Aldan, our server did a terrific job. Never left us for too long, kept the water filled as well as the ice tea. Their desert was great. It was huge and very flavorful. I had two minor issues. They only had mango ice tea. Also I ordered a Diet Coke, it was $4 for a miniature bottle. Maybe only 6 oz. Kind of skimmpy. Other than that I loved this place.

Excellent ! exceptional staff , good location. Excellent…read morefood , well made Although it was very busy , the wait staff made sure that they are providing excellent service

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Asparagus fries

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Clay N.

1 year ago

Andrea is truly the heart and soul of the Outrigger Tavern. From the moment you walk in, she greets you with a warmth and energy that makes you feel like family. Her service is impeccable--attentive without ever being intrusive--and she has an incredible ability to anticipate what you need before you even ask. Whether it's remembering your favorite drink, offering a thoughtful recommendation, or keeping the atmosphere lively and welcoming, Andrea goes above and beyond every single time. What sets her apart is not just her professionalism, but the genuine care she shows for every guest. She balances efficiency with charm, creating an experience that's both smooth and memorable. Andrea elevates the entire vibe of the Outrigger, and it's clear that her presence makes this place a standout. If you want not just great drinks and food but an exceptional experience, Andrea is the reason you'll keep coming back. She's simply outstanding, and the Outrigger Tavern is lucky to have her! read more

Maria L.

2 years ago

Horrible service last night at this location!!! Who is the owner of this restaurant because contact me I am absolutely disgusted with your bartender and "manger" the service was so bad this place needs to be shut down or have all new staff!!! Your server called my sister a b**** over asking for a bag or foil!? I don't care if I'm at the beach or if I'm visiting from 3 hours away for a BIRTHDAY you never give out that type of service in all my days have I ever had the service that we did last night. The manger then on the phone called my father and sister druggies. Absolutely insane. I will be back to see you to your face! read more

Ray F.

7 years ago

My favorite neighborhood bar and watering hole just got ruined after my trip tonight...The new bartender who took over for Allisha is HORRENDOUS!! I have NEVER been treated so horribly at this or any bar EVER! She makes atrocious drinks and when you ask for her to correct them she dumps them out, throws your credit card at you, sadistically laughs at you, kicks you out, and charges you for double what you ordered?! Outrigger you are going to lose loyal customers if you keep this tweaker employed here read more

Brian F.

5 years ago

We had a blast tonight - a Wednesday of all nights. Our SW San Cl softball team celebrated our successful season with drinks and were stoked when we saw that Rachael would be helping us out. Rachael was professional to say the least. She nailed every order we placed and had a contagious smile until we left at 13:00. We will be going back after every game and look forward to having Rachael take our orders, make our drinks, and be the natural hot nug that comes so natural to her.... Fracalacka read more

Gian M.

5 years ago

I have not been to the Outrigger since Covid; after a stressful Sunday morning at work, a buddy mine and I stopped in for a drink. We were served by a bartender Allie. Not only were our drinks good we didn't wait around to get served; in fact, she also checked in on us several times. It was a good Sunday, good drinks, good food, some pool, and A few laughs. Thank you, Outrigger and Allie, for helping turn our Sunday around. See you soon. read more

Shirley D.

6 years ago

Went to Outriggers with some friends last night (August 27). Had a really great time. Rachel was fantastic. She was there each time we needed a refill and the drinks were great. Even though Rachel was the bartender, she also covered the rooms very efficiently. No standing around for her. She kept herself busy yet was so pleasant. We will definitely be back. She would be an asset to any club. read more

bonzo b.

17 years ago

We had a blast. This casual place had all we wanted, walking in, hey and yeah, meeting personalities, drinking good, playing pool, funky music from a post juke-box era terminal and a sweet bar tender. Outrigger would qualify as base station, if I wouldn't live in Vancouver. Thanks for that great night that went down like one at home. read more

David W.

15 years ago

Walk in play pool, smokers have tables and if you any sense of reality you will drink shock top! The rest it history goof forward. But Hey I have no clue and I'm from Wales though you interested as it's the truth. And be out by 1:00 am if you want to take your Bing Love*Bird for a ride at 6.am DONE! read more

Miguel B.

7 months ago

Came for one drink, stayed for... several (thanks to Allie ). She's the perfect mix of welcoming and no-nonsense -- keeps the drinks flowing, the mood light, and can hold a conversation. Definitely coming back on Mondays and Thursday days when she is working -M read more

Rene C.

6 years ago

This place is a dump, and a great place to get corona virus! The place is packed and no one is wearing a mask! Not even the servers!! And if you walk in with a mask the low rent clientele starts harassing you to take off your mask! read more

Kayla S.

118

23 days ago

OMG, I love Taylor so much she is such a great inspiration to this bar. She's amazing. She has always been there and make sure that I have my drink no matter what she's a great inspiration to this bar and she's amazing as hell!! read more

Sebastian V.

8 months ago

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen this is a spectacular spot to chill and have some cold beers while playing pool. I especially want to thank the outstanding hospitality of Taylor (bartender) and Ray (doorman). read more

James M.

2 years ago

I stopped in for a quick beer, and ended up staying for a few and a pizza. The bar had a chill vibe and the bar tender, Shannon was amazing. She was kind, witty and very efficient! I will definitely return! read more

Carson O.

8 months ago

Taylor is the Best and Ray was the bouncer was cool too. Genuinely the best bartender I've ever had. Gave me a new perspective on life. Can't wait to see her again. Will be here next weekend for sure!!!!! read more

James K.

282

5 months ago

Frozen pizza that gets dropped off every morning by Sonny's and the company here is amazing very friendly good vibes, kinda place to party, and The bar tender Allie was super sweet and had great energy read more

Steve S.

2 years ago

I dropped in for lunch and a beer, and oh my God, this hot foxxy bartender Heather poured me shots and beer and made the best pizza. This is what retirement is all about! What a great lunch! read more

Christi G.

737

9 years ago

Such a fun place to hang out! Amazing remodel! I had my Bday party there in June and mixed and mingled with the locals! Had a Blast!Just an overall fun place to hang out and shoot pool! read more

Ric R.

9 years ago

Best bar in San Clemente. Love what they've done with the remodel and the sub sandwiches they sell are the best I've had. Way better than what it used to be! I come regularly now! read more

Payton G.

8 months ago

Ray and Taylor were absolutely amazing! The best bar experience I have ever been too! They are so complimentary and always provide the best service! I highly recommend this bar!! read more

Liam H.

8 months ago

So when I came in ray was the man he was so nice and like I never wanted to come back more but then I cake to the bar I met Taylor and then this bar was awesome because of them. read more

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Woah what a cool, hidden gem! My friend and I came on a Thursday for their live music/ soft jazz…read morenight and finding and entering the place is a whole experience. We loved the hostess who made the whole thing feel so lucrative and she even took some photos of us in the waiting room before we had to put our phones away for inside. We had made reservations ahead of time but they placed us at the bar which was a bummer because there were definitely still tables available. Inside is cool with eccentric decor. The overall vibe though tailored an older crowd and not so much people in their 20's. There were a lot of drink options but not a lot of of that sweet and fun that I prefer. It's more sophisticated cocktails. Some staff reminded me to not have my phone out when I was clearly taking a picture of the receipt for my friend and I and that was upsetting. How do you expect me to remember prices and what we ordered lol Also there is no snacks other than like nuts and cheeses.

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