Whenever I need to supercharge at the Tesla chargers I get to get some food here at El Camperon…read more The store does not have seating inside and so you will need to sit outside. The store is split between savory and sweet. I ordered a few tacos (carnitas, cabeza, and lengua). The full size tacos are quite large and filling. I have to remember to order the street taco version. The flavor is good and with the salsa it hits the spot. I also ordered the menudo to dip my tacos in. Paired the food with some horchata and agua fresca. The service can be a bit slow, maybe because it is usually busy. One thing to note is that you will need to order the drink with your savory order but pick up is on the other side with the sweets.

I really wanted to like El Campeón because the food is actually pretty decent. Unfortunately,…read moreeverything else about the place brings the experience down. The biggest issue is the environment--it feels very hostile and uncomfortable. The atmosphere alone makes it hard to enjoy your meal. On top of that, the condition of the place is rough. Basic things like lighting don't seem to get fixed, and the whole place feels like it's falling apart. It also comes across like management just doesn't want to invest back into the business. When an owner cuts corners like that, it shows, and customers notice. It's disappointing because the food has potential, but the poor upkeep and negative environment make it hard to recommend. With better management and some real effort put into maintaining the place, this could be a much better spot.

Yes, San Juan Capistrano has a Trader Joe's! No need to drive to San Clemente or Laguna Niguel…read moreanymore! No packed parking lot. No crowded store. This is a great location, and the shopping is a breeze. Also, disregard the review by B F. THE PRICES ARE EXACTLY THE SAME AS EVERY OTHER TRADER JOE'S - REASONABLE. I'm not sure why this person posted this untruth, but trust me, the prices are the same as other TJ's.

This place is clean and nice and cool inside. Very organized and the got recipe cards!!! I do love…read moretheir food. The staff was super nice!! Didn't care for some of the rude customers, just meaning they were rude or pushy.

What a unique and amazing gem! I especially love the events in the peace dome - totally magical…read moreexperiences happening daily. Great for families, singles and anyone needing a little time with nature. 10/10 recommend!

Where has this place been my whole life? Stepping into the commune that is The Ecology Center is so…read moreincredible - it's a whole world here. The energy is spectacular. they have Friday night farm-to-table dinners, outdoor performances and live music, yoga and meditation in the dome, a market with all their produce and made on-site hot sauces and fermented items, and the star of the show: a regenerative organic farm (the only one in SoCal, might I add!) I came here for the strawberry picking experience and loved every second of it. Two minutes in, I was having so much fun! This space draws me close to what I want to be doing in this life. I'll absolutely be volunteering here and seeing what else will be added to such a beautiful place! I highly recommend the Ecology Center.

This used to be the greatest little neighborhood market and it is STILL very busy, but I can't…read morefigure out why. The prices have soared to being higher than Pavilion's -- even on foods notoriously low at Mexican markets, like cucumbers, green onions and cilantro! Know your prices before shopping here -- it has become a huge ripoff, imho.

The people are very nice but the prices are astronomical you can walk across the street for half…read morethe price. I think the store knows it but they also know their Mexican patrons are loyal and must pay extra instead of offering better competitive prices. I go there on occasion just see the nice pleasant people. VIVA LA RAZA

After eating at El Maguey, located just across the parking lot, my friend VH and I decided to check…read moreout El Nopal, a small neighborhood market nearby. It had almost everything you might need for those last-minute "Oops, I forgot this" moments. And when I say small, I mean it's very compact--only single file to get in and out, with the aisles running parallel to the front counter. Since I'm not very familiar with Mexican groceries, half of the items were new to me, but they had coffee, honey, paper goods, some fruits and vegetables, and more. As we were leaving, we noticed a small table with various produce items, including cactus leaves. An older gentleman, who was just finishing up with a customer, was behind the counter. Friend: "Excuse me, what is this?" (Pointing to a small, round green fruit in a box on the table) Me: "That is for juice, for drinking..." Cool. As we left the market, I saw the same gentleman exit through a side door and start ladling a liquid mix into a Styrofoam cup. He waved me over and handed me the cup, which surprised me by being warm. "This is made once a year for her..." he said, pointing to a memorial for a woman that I could partially see on the right side of the store. At first, I thought it was a ceremonial drink in honor of a family member or friend who had passed away. The drink contained the fruit we'd seen on the table and chunks of sugar cane. I wasn't sure what it was called or what else was in it. When I tried to eat the fruit, I was met with a mouthful of tiny seeds (Note to self: don't eat the fruit pieces). The drink itself was mild in flavor and not very sweet. VH took a sip and made a face--she can be quite dramatic, so I didn't take her reaction too seriously. LOL I liked the shop! The people, from the clientele to the older man, were friendly, even though I clearly didn't fit the usual demographic. It felt like a warm, welcoming place. Food: 3 Ambiance: 3 Service: 4 Value: 3

Great little local grocery store! They have a nice variety of fruits and vegetables and the service…read moreis always friendly. Great hours and easy parking right out front. Always feels good to support a local business.

Amazing customer service! My daughter age six went in here with her older cousin not knowing what…read moreto expect. She ordered a soda thinking it was going to be "sweet" but instead, it was "spicy" lol I went back in and asked if there was anything sweeter for a small child and the gentleman helped me out and was so patient with me. This place was wonderful!

Cool little store in the shopping plaza with a wide array of fermented products: kimchi,…read moresauerkraut, pickled eggs, sourdough starter...you name it, they probably have it. They have a whole wall of kombuchas available for sampling or you can get a slushie for a modest $6. I found the kombucha to be tasty and I appreciated how many flavors they had on tap. They were also sampling a "raw" cake when I was there in two different flavors - I loved the cookies and cream. I opted for a gut booster shot (they have a few options for health shots each at $2.50) in the Curtido flavor and found it to be slightly gross but tasted exactly as you would expect. Prices across the board were pretty reasonable. They do have a full menu as well although we didn't try anything, nor do they really have any seating inside so it's not particularly an appetizing environment. There is some bench-type seating outside. Overall worth a stop in if you're into fermented or pickled products, otherwise it's skippable.

Our server Ramon took great care of us, he was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. Only…read moregood things to say! Our group came for a nice dinner and definitely got it. For the sides we got cornbread, river street corn elote, asparagus, mushrooms, brussel sprouts, and truffle parm fries. I highly recommend the truffle parm fries, super rich and crispy! For a group of 6, the elote portion was more for 2-3 people to share. I also did 6 fresh kumamoto oysters, which were very good as always expected of the kumamoto. They came with 2 different mignonettes and a cocktail sauce. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for oysters! For our main entrees, we opted for the Wagyu Classic Board and got to try 3 different chef's choice cuts of steak. Which came with picanha, ribeye, and I think filet. Picanha was a huge hit of course. We also got the Prime Tomahawk Steak which was good too, but the picanha and ribeye had my attention. At the end, Ramon overheard that it was mine and a buddy's birthday so he surprised us with the best hot and fresh Apple Cobbler I've ever had in my life. It came with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and be hooked us up with a cup of gelato with a candle to sing HBD too! If you're looking to spend a little, come get the picanha and some oysters.. have yourself a great dining experience here with Ramon!

Phenomenal!!! We've…read morebeen in a few times and it's always packed. They have a great small bar and cool lounge area to wait for your table and enjoy a drink. Their steaks are delicious! Super flavorful. Incredibly tender. Perfectly cooked. Great crust. Rendered fat. Awesome all the way around. We ate at the bar and service was perfect even though it can get super busy. Hats off to the bartenders who were attentive even though there were a ton of people around. I've been disappointed by a couple newer steakhouses in San Clemente and San Juan but The Market By The Meat Cellar renewed my faith. Thank you!

What a great grocery store! Always clean, orderly and all of…read morethe products are "properly faced!" Incredible wine and liquor inventory. A bit pricey, but certainly well presented and a lot of depth. My goodness, take a look at the "Chip" aisle! The selection is epic. The nice wide aisles throughout and expertly curated offerings are a site to behold. Heck, there's even a wine bar/tapas area. You want it ? they gots it! Great warm food bar by the pound a bit pricey but a quick lunch or a meal for later in the day- box it up. I could go on and on and on, but don't take my word for it. If you're coming from Temecula through Lake Elsinore simply hop on the 74 Ortega Highway for a beautiful drive and in 29 miles you'll be there. Or straight up Highway 5 from San Diego or straight down Highway 5 from the LA area right near San Juan Capistrano. Have lunch, grab a cart- fill it up! Take the load back to your bunker and enjoy........

What's not to like about this deluxe grocer…read more Gelsons has a reputation and also a responsibility to deliver an outstanding experience along side quality merchandise with fair prices. Just like any Gelsons I have been to this one was neatly perfect. The hot bar was not at its best and the corned beef and cabbage was dry as a bone. Polite cashiers and friendly patrons coupled with a beautiful store make for a 5 star experience.