Great lunch spot- little hack, you can sit at the bar and order there. The other bonus to that…read moremethod is interacting with Amanda! She was so attentive and had great recommendations. The smash burger was awesome, get the double! Great music, food and people. Will be back!

The whole staff is great but... Chloe and Hanna at the bar keep the party rollin! They deliver my…read moreliquid courage with the laser precision only futuristic cyborgs are capable of. I feel like I'm John Conner in 'The Terminator' except instead of trying to kill me, they're nice robots that want me to have a good time. After spending a little time in this safe harbor I depart, back to the cruel world outside but I'm not alone, I'm filled with hope (and Happy Dad) yes hope, but mostly Happy Dad.. btw the grape one is bomb! Now I'm thirsty But for serious go check it out. Live your life. Stop reading this review. See ya there...

One of the best restaurants in San Juan. Delicious food and high quality ingredients.read more

I was curious what was special about this place and tried the chicken bowl…read more Things I liked: Edamame hummus: tasted fresh and slightly nutty, interesting new taste Chicken: not too fatty, pairs well with their Thai sauce (which is a lighter version of Thai sweet chili sauce) Oats and black rice: nice carb base, doesn't stand out but plays well with other ingredients Jammy egg: I would highly recommend this, light with a good balance of sweet and salty Things which were okay: Corn: it goes well with the bowl but doesn't standout by itself Sweet potatoes: same as corn Things which can be improved: Broccoli: it's charred broccoli and tastes slightly bitter. I don't think it goes well with the bowl. I'd rather have steamed broccoli or less charred broccoli with a fat like mayo or cheese based sauce Bok choy: this also doesn't go well as ginger overwhelms your palette and it takes a while to reset and taste things normally. I'd suggest changing it to soy bok choy sautéed in sesame oil. Combined with nomnivore rewards, it's still surprisingly great value for money (sweetgreen value territory or even better).

They have really up their game with the great sandwiches. I really liked it…read more I have been back since for a different sandwich as well and enjoyed that too

Great place to find a great sandwich in San Clemente. Lots of good parking spaces for you. Staff is…read morefriendly and always accommodating. Lovely outdoor seating to enjoy the wonderful California climate. I always get the French dip add mayo and then I like to pour the gravy all over it. It's just like having a roast beef Poboy from New Orleans.

A cute little spot in San Clemente, this place embodies everything I imagine in a beach city gem…read more The Nachos are hefty in both portions and flavor. Everything worked well together, and omg that Cheese pull. What this place IS, IS because of the details. The setup, the décor, the AMAZING workers and how cheery and helpful they were... the cucumber/lemon water, the samples of yogurt while you wait, and the hot sauce options, all make for an enjoyable experience. Good food can be found anywhere, but when you pair that with an atmosphere that is both soothing, welcoming, and charming... you've got a home run. Oh speaking of details? WHAT IS GOING ON WITH THE MUSIC? I don't know if it's like this everyday but the oldies playing ties everything together. Summers here have got to be magical that hit on beach city nostalgia. They've got alcohol. What? So you know we had to try what they had on draft. This Active Culture location is pretty popular too, because as I write this. People are pouring in, and door dashers are picking up. Winner. Winner. Fresh ingredient dinner.

The space felt cozy and casually charming with a coastal bohemian aesthetic that fit San Clemente…read moreperfectly. Dining tables inside, but most sit in the small outdoor patio tucked neatly into the front corner of this cafe; ideal for sunny days and people-watching. For this visit, I opted for a beverage (no food). Oh, and I did fro-yo tastings too. THE DRINK. - Orange Creamsicle Shake. Sweet, creamy, and citrusy with a subtle tang that nailed the nostalgic creamsicle flavor. Highly recommend! THE PARKING. Street parking was available nearby, but we had to pay attention to the posted time limits because it seemed a little complicated (to me, at least). THE VERDICT. Loved the orange creamsicle shake, but I also spotted a date shake on the menu, which only means another visit is needed!

Awesome seafood spot near the beach!…read more Fish and Chips again, who would have thought? Light and crispy, but this place uses the same batter on their fries, what a gamechanger! More surface area = more crunchy fish/fries! The line was super long, usually a good sign. Nice beach vibes, I'll definitely be back!

This place has great food but the service every time is basically non existent. We went for lunch…read moreand there was a large line that really didn't move quickly at all. The server/person at the register was in no rush to take an order. Someone sat at the bar area and she immediately went to take their order even though there was at least 20 people in line and we were at the register just waiting as she got these people their drinks. I think this place needs more staff at both of their locations. The attitude is lackadaisical and the person at the register at both locations often seems as though they are overwhelmed and upset that people are even there to order. Get more help!

Recently visited this Mendocino Farms (MF) location…read more I had the Thai mango salad with chicken and that was really good. Everything was so fresh and the chicken was tender! My husband had the Farm Club and a lemonade, and he liked the sandwich It's basically just a turkey sandwich with bacon and plenty of veggies on wheat bread. I'm impressed with MF fresh ingredients. We'll be back soon.

Consistently a go-to for fresh, elevated sandwiches, and this visit was mostly on point. We ordered…read morethe chicken parm dip and the chicken Caesar salad wrap. The chicken parm dip was everything I expect from Mendocino Farms--rich, flavorful, and honestly just really satisfying. The Caesar wrap, however, felt a little off. The filling was great (classic Mendocino: well-seasoned chicken, crisp romaine, solid dressing balance), but the tortilla itself tasted almost undercooked. It had very little to no color and a slightly raw dough flavor, which threw the whole wrap off. Not sure if that's their usual style or just an off day, but it stood out immediately. I'd still come back because the sandwich quality is usually excellent, but next time I'd probably skip the wrap and just go with a salad instead.

We were in the Laguna beach area during optimal brunch time so a lot of breakfast-y restaurants…read morewere PACKED. Little unassuming Chelas was the perfect little spot for some brunch. They had a nice dog friendly ground level area so we could bring our pup. We ordered their chicken tortilla soup, 1/2 pint of guac, and burrho de alambre! 10/10 for everything. The chicken tortilla soup as hearty and toasty, perfect for the cooler weather. The guac was exactly my style, not too salty, not too tart, and demolished in no time. My husband really enjoyed his burrito from the speiclas menu as well!

Got my hair cut today and after that difficult task was done I was hungry. Luckily nearby was…read moreChelas. Been here before so it was an easy choice to slide on in. I have been jonesing for a good bean and cheese burrito for some time now. Over that time I have been very disappointed in the B&C burritos I have come upon. Some even from my trustworthy B&C places. This was my first B&C burrito from Chela's and was looking forward to their version. At the last minute, without warning, planning or any notice I ordered my bean and cheese burrito wet. I was feeling kinda wild! Also, I asked for some chips and salsa in the side. When it was rung up, the cost was quite high and it made me step back. So I did question the charge. I didn't realize that when I ordered chips and salsa the guy thought I meant another full order of large bag of chips and a pint of salsa, not the little bag and little cup you get with your order. A nice gal helped fix that and the order cost looked much more reasonable. Whew! Financial crisis averted. I sat down after getting my Diet Pepsi (won't hold it against them that they don't have Diet Coke). Soon after, I was brought a small bag of chips and some salsas. Get the chipotle and you will not be disappointed. Shortly after that my plate with a HUGE bean and cheese burrito with lots of sauce, cheese and a drizzle of sour cream. Check the pic out, it's a beauty. The taste did not disappoint. Great beans, ooey, gooey cheese inside and out. The wet sauce was great. I thought it would be a verde sauce, but it was red. Next time I will see if they have a verde version for me to try. Just a really great B&C wet burrito. Delicious. With the chips, I only ate half the massive burrito and am already looking forward to lunch tomorrow to eat the other half. I don't give out 5 stars to many places. They have to blow me away with food, service, consistency, on and on. Chelas is an order at the counter and they bring it to you kind of place. The people taking orders and bringing food are quite nice and always willing to see if you need anything. The food has been consistently very good. All wrapped up, it's one of my favorite places around. Great job.

susie is the best! she has the cutest personality and makes sure you get the best service. the…read morepizza is also so good! the hwy 1 is the way to go

Ordered ahead on my phone before they even opened, and the staff knew we were waiting in the car…read more They went out of their way to bring the order out to us, which was a very thoughtful touch. The food was fresh, tasty, and exactly what we were hoping for. Most importantly, both my kids and I really enjoy the flavors here, which isn't always easy to find. Great service, great food, and a genuinely welcoming experience. We'll definitely be back!

Sitting here eating an Italian sub with my daughter which is delicious! I will be back when I'm in…read moreSan Clemente. The bread taste homemade! Everyone on staff seems very happy.

Food was just ok. The marinara was very oily as can be seen in the photo. Also the pasta wasn't…read moredrained well and watered down the sauce once I stirred everything up. Portion size was good, we got carry out, with tax, lunch was about $20. Meatballs were good but a little tough. The garlic bread is to die for. Will try this again but was let down this first visit. More like a to-go cafe, they do have a few tables inside but it doesn't feel very warm or inviting. Assuming they do mostly Catering. Parking lot was fine with plenty of options around lunchtime. Easy in/out access.

We went to Nick's for our Honeymoon dinner and Malia made sure that the night went perfect. The…read moreservice was amazing, the ambiance was perfect, and the food was outstanding! Thanks again for having us!

So, they say a picture is worth 1000 words? Please take a peek, aren't these worth a few thousand?…read moreI bet your mouth is watering, you can almost taste it? San Clemente, beautiful town, nice location, high style, attractive façade. It's all there. Our server AJ was as good as they get: charming, kind, warm, friendly, a real professional. The food?- off the hook! I took a chance on the Housemade veggie burger and it was the BEST that I've ever had anywhere-and the bun? Holy cow, whole wheat with some kind of seed sprinkled on top. Beautifully assembled and plated, cut in half, looking like a masterpiece with the avocado sliced in a very artistic fashion. We had the asparagus fries with a special house ranch dip to share, which were just supreme and delicately breaded for a nice crunch. My side dish was a lovely warm sautéed spinach with a little bit of garlic and sitting on a bed of chopped lettuce and maybe some raisins, tasted a bit like a dry coleslaw, but it was off the charts. An ice cold Stella Artois to wash it down. My lunchmates had the PRIME RIB DIP served on a high-quality brioche bun and an ORIGINAL RIBEYE MELT served on grilled parmesan sourdough. Spectacular throughout and scores at least a 10 for ambience, service, and food! A trip to the restroom, which was stunning and a testament to a caring restauranteur. From the moment you enter the door it smells like a high-quality frankincense, and the soap was simply divine. A well appointed clean restroom elevates a restaurant to new Heights and this one went to the heavens. Ding dong, ringing all bells! A terrific experience and we thank you.