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    Sunrise Cafe

    3.8 (325 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Open 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    1. B.Y.O Omelette
    Paul M.

    This was my first visit to Sunrise Cafe. I decided to be healthy, so I ordered an omelette with green and red peppers and avocado. I ordered cottage cheese and fruit as my sides. The omelette was very good - light and fluffy. After a few bites, however, I noticed that they had left off the avocado. It took a while to flag someone down to get that corrected. And, it took just as long to get someone to refill my coffee. And, to get the check. And, I had to get a to-go box myself. The restaurant was not busy, so there was no excuse for such inattentive service. I would consider returning because the omelette was unusually good. Hopefully, the service will be better in the future.

    Kelly C.

    The portions here are huge. Great place to have breakfast. The pancakes were fluffy. The breakfast burrito was really good. The hash row s were crispy, just the way I like it. The service was great and the server was hospitable. The ambiance of the restaurant is like a diner cafe that you would expect to see near a beach. HAPPY CAFEING!!

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    Wally P.

    Very grumpy staff. The guy busing tables was stressed out. We asked to sit inside and he argued that we can only sit outside. He wouldn't let us wait. Kitchen was extremely slow. Waited 25 minutes for pancakes and eggs. No smiles from anyone here. Must be a miserable place to work. Food is mediocre. No way I'd ever come back.

    Pancake - good
    Simon K.

    Awesome little diner with great breakfast. My wife loved the Chorizo Scramble. It was nice, light, and flavorful. She got it with tortillas that she wrapped the scramble in. I loved the Mediterranean omelette that had Gyro and Feta in it. The pancake was good.

    Son with pigs in a blanket
    Lisa P.

    Sunrise cafe is a cute breakfast spot in San Clemente. We ordered Pigs in a blanket, hash browns, and Spicy chorizo burrito. The burrito is big enough for two people and has a wet sauce on top. Hash browns were good just a tiny greasy. Can't go wrong with pigs in a blanket. See pictures for reference!

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    Try the jalapeño hollandaise if you like some zing on your eggs. It's delicious and I highly recommend.

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    Extremely good quality always well made, entrees and lots of choices. I've been coming for years and I recommend this place for everyone

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    Went there for breakfast with my sister. Nice beachtown dive atmosphere with good food.

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    Flights & Irons Urban Kitchen

    4.4
    (701 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    Wonderful place post hiking. It's casual and has great quality food and service!…read more Our waitress was so kind! I wish I got her name for this post. Thanks for taking care of us! And hats off to the chef.

    I'd give it 3.5 stars, maybe on a different night it would have rounded up. Service was pretty…read moresparse so I rounded down. Every time a server came over we had to flag someone down. We sat for probably 10 minutes before anyone greeted us, it was 3:30pm so it wasn't very busy, maybe 3-4 other tables. Every time someone came after that we had to wave someone down for water refills, never asked anyone if we wanted more drinks from the bar, nothing. Had my father in law asked for more ice tea and they never even started a new pitcher in 15 minutes. It was not busy. The place had a to of gluten free options which is a reason I wanted to try it. My server had no idea what gluten was. For a place that had half the menu marked as gluten free I was really surprised she really had no knowledge of the menu, but she was nice enough to go ask some questions when i pressed a bit that I wasn't vegan, and it was like an allergy. The food was good, portions were large enough and everything was pretty good as far as the food. Not sure why the service was so incredibly patchy and absent when we ate at 3:30 and the place was 2/3 empty. It was pretty good, I may try again but for the price point I think the service can be a little better. Nice...but slow. Definitely need more training on the menu! Mid. Not bad. Not great.

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    The Riders Club Cafe

    The Riders Club Cafe

    4.3
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    These are the best burgers I've ever had. Everything I could ask for in a burger, and they do it…read moreright, every time. The variety of toppings is also plentiful and perfect to build the burger of your dreams. The best thing though, hands down, their waffle cut sweet potato fries paired with their house ranch. I can't recommend them enough. I love that they both always taste fresh and delicious. I would include a photo, but every time I order them, they are gone in a flash. Service is done with a smile and a friendly energy. As far as ambiance, I'd say it's like a casual beachside kinda joint. (in my opinion anyway, ofc) I've been a loyal diner here for the last 10 years, and I'll keep coming back.

    The Riders Club Cafe is a convenient spot to refuel without feeling rushed. It's much more casual…read morethan a dining restaurant. We were not particularly hungry so we all had our chili hot dog and one kid's meal. My husband had the single cheeseburger. Seriously, the chili hot dog is amazing! It is a must-try item on the menu. The chili was delicious with a perfectly cooked beef hot dog. The sized portion was great too. I also recommend the Rice Crispy Treat and homemade chocolate pudding. They were super good. They've got indoor and also great outdoor seating depending on what is available or your preference. There is also a heater installed on the patio to make the outdoor dining comfortable. However, coastal evenings can turn chilly even in summer so bring a warm jacket or sweater. This will be very helpful to make a significant difference in your comfort.

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    Front counter and grill
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    GiGi's by The Pier

    GiGi's by The Pier

    4.0
    (945 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Great location!!! Just steps from the beach, great views. Greeted by our host/server. We were…read moreable to choose our table and I chose one with a view of the pier and ocean. The food was good. A few surprises My sister ordered the Cali eggs Benedict the potatoes wee supposed to be smashed, they were halved. The avocado slices looked old due to the dark tone on them, not the normal green. My chilaquiles had black beans, not mentioned in the menu description; great surprise. There was supposed to be sour cream on my chilaquiles and there wasn't any. It would have cut some of the sourness of the chile verde sauce. I chose poached eggs in stead of fried ones. My eggs were over cooked and cold. I am pretty sure they were precooked. I would give them another try, maybe for lunch.

    Service: The service was excellent. The waitress was very…read moreattentive and energetic. Everyone there had a very positive attitude. Which is a big plus. Food: We started off with the coconut shrimp. The coconut shrimp was good. The coconut was crispy and the shrimp was well done for the main dish. I got the Cali Benedict. It was Soooo good. The hollandaise sauce was so tasty. The shrimp was fully seasoned and the potato's were well seasoned and huge. I recommend people getting this dish. Ambiance: The ambiance was great. There wasn't really a lot of people so that was nice. Just kids screaming and cry from time to time.

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    Hapa J's

    Hapa J's

    4.1
    (1.4k reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Was in town for a wedding and decided to give this place a try…read more If I could give more stars I would. Delicious! I've never had a Spam tempura and now that's all I want from now on! The bar area was cute and TV's playing sports games. We were seated quick, our food came just as quick and left with full happy bellies. Will comeback when craving a Spam Musubi and in the area!

    Went here for date night last week- it has a lot more seating inside than I had expected!…read more Good service- 5/5 The ambience - 3.5/5 - the ambience wasn't my favorite, maybe it's a little better in their main restaurant area but we were seated to the left when you walk in and while there are a few booths in that area it was mostly outdoor chairs and tables and sort of odd lighting. Just very very casual and not totally comfortable. Food- 3.4/4 out of 5 - I got the Luau plate and LOVED the chicken!! Everyone else was right- that chicken thigh deserves its own plate. I also really enjoyed the coconut pudding/jello thing that came with it and the sausage link. The pulled pork was just okay, not very well seasoned but not bad. The side of "dressed greens" was just some lettuce without dressing on it, and I thought the macaroni salad was fine. The last thing that really disappointed me were the sautéed veggies :/ they were just soo oily and had no seasoning to them at all. I didn't eat any of them or the un-dressed 'salad'. My husband got the chicken katsu plate, he said the chicken katsu was fine but the fries on the side were cold and not crispy, they were kind of chalky in the mouth and didn't taste fresh. Some parts were definitely a 3/5 but my chicken thigh was so good and the portions are *huge* so I feel like they deserve a 4/5? All in all, I think I'd come back if I wanted to go out with someone but save some money and we'd split one of the plates (the portions really are huge).

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    DA BIG MIXED PLATE
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    Feeling the Aloha at Hapa J's
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    SC Cafe

    SC Cafe

    4.5
    (396 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    S.C CAFE @ SAN CLEMENTE…read more Parking can be a little difficult since they only have a very small parking lot with maybe four or five spots available, so most people will probably end up parking on the street. My boyfriend and I got lucky and managed to grab a spot after driving by for a bit. I was really excited to try this place because I love small breakfast diners, and I usually go to Surfin Donuts right across the street, which has some of the best donuts. We came here on a Saturday morning around 10 AM, and the place was busy but still really cozy. There are only a couple tables inside along with some outdoor seating, but luckily we were able to get seated right away without a wait. The staff were also extremely friendly and welcoming. I ordered the biscuits and gravy with two eggs and sausage, while my boyfriend got an omelet with a Mexican-style sauce. Overall, I liked the food, but I do think the biscuits and gravy could've been a little better. The gravy itself was delicious, and the eggs were cooked perfectly, but the biscuits felt a little too dry for my liking. I also thought the sausages were pretty dry and maybe a bit overcooked. The potatoes though were super flavorful and definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. What really stood out to me was the ambiance. The whole place feels super nostalgic and homey. They even bring out an actual paper check at the end, which made it feel like stepping back into an old-school diner from decades ago. Overall, I'd definitely come back because I loved the atmosphere so much, but next time I'd probably try something sweeter instead of going the savory route.

    S.C. Cafe is a small, old-school breakfast diner in San Clemente with a classic mom-and-pop feel…read moreand solid comfort food. Pros: This is a very small diner-style spot with both indoor and outdoor seating, and it has a really classic, no-frills breakfast vibe. The interior has a lot of character with wall decor that gives it a more old-school feel, and even the way they bring the check out on paper adds to that throwback diner experience. The food was really solid for a breakfast spot. I got an omelet filled with mushrooms and steak, which was cooked well and pretty filling, and the hashbrowns were also good crispy and simple. My girlfriend got the biscuits and gravy with sausage and eggs, and that was also a strong breakfast option. I also had a black coffee, and everything came out quickly despite it being pretty busy on a Saturday. The vibe overall is really good casual, local, and consistently busy, which says a lot about the place. Cons: Parking is limited. There's a small lot, but it fills up fast, so most of the time you'll end up finding street parking nearby. The lot itself is also tight, so it can be a bit difficult to maneuver when it's full. Verdict: Really solid breakfast spot in San Clemente. Good food, fast service, and a classic diner feel that makes it worth coming back to. It's also right across from Surfin Donuts, so it's a great combo stop if you're in the area.

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    Brussels Bistro

    Brussels Bistro

    4.4
    (476 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Always a pleasure coming to eat here. Adele always remembers her customers and treats them well…read more She is on top of the guest list so make sure you make a reservation in advance for the best dining experience. We were able to sit near the big open area and my son had a great time eating and watching people walk by. Amazing food and service every single time.

    Came on a weekend afternoon. Was able to find street parking a block away pretty quickly. Street…read moreparking was not metered and free on Avenida Del Mar. Place was not busy when we arrived. They had a few tables. They originally wanted to seat us inside, but we requested the open window seat. Our waiter tried to sell us wine when we sat down. We ordered the Creamy Chicken with Ratatouille for $29 and Steak Frites with red wine sauce for $34. The Creamy Chicken was really good and fun to eat with the puff pastry. The Ratatouille was alright, we were not a fan. We got the Steak Frites medium and felt like it should've tasted better. We did appreciate that we did taste the red wine. The Belgians fries were hot and crispy. They were quite generous with the salt. The decor was nice. The food was descent. The kept refilling our water without us asking which was nice. We did not like that the waiters kept rushing us to leave at the end when there were plenty of open tables. The place was packed by dinner time when we returned to the area.

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    Inside decor
    Lettuce wrapped burger
    Lettuce wrapped burger
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