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Restaurants near San Clemente Beach Travelodge

San Clemente Beach Travelodge is a charming destination that perfectly encapsulates the relaxing coastal vibe while offering easy access to the area's stunning beach. Where to Eat Near San Clemente Beach Travelodge? The dining scene nearby is delightful, showcasing a variety of culinary experiences that cater to diverse tastes. Enjoy laid-back American eateries serving everything from handcrafted pizzas and fresh seafood to delectable comfort food. Indulge in casual yet stylish venues where you can sip on creative cocktails or select from ample wine options while savoring farm-to-table ingredients. Whatever your preference, you'll find it all within a stone's throw from San Clemente Beach Travelodge, making it easy to enjoy a satisfying meal after a day in the sun. Expect a memorable dining experience that reflects the local flavors of the community.
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1. South of Nick's - San Clemente
4.8
Exceptional(2399)
$$$$
• Mexican • San Clemente
Booked 41 times today
An essential stop in Orange County for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen & Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking. Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.
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2. Nick's - San Clemente
4.8
Exceptional(3675)
$$$$
• American • San Clemente
Booked 63 times today
Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails & an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our intimate restaurant features a chic island bar, walls of glass and a spacious covered patio, perfect for people watching. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.
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3. Ilya
4.4
Awesome(372)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • San Clemente
Booked 21 times today
ILYA brings a fresh Mediterranean menu to San Clemente, led by Chef Charbel Hayek. The kitchen highlights wood-fired cooking, bright Mediterranean flavors, and high-quality seafood. Guests can expect house-baked pita, traditional meze like hummus, pastas, charcoal-kissed meats and seafood, and vibrant seasonal dishes rooted in Mediterranean simplicity. Every plate is designed to feel fresh, clean, and ingredient-driven — a modern expression of coastal Mediterranean dining.
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4. Buona Forchetta San Clemente
4.7
Exceptional(506)
$$$$
• Italian • San Clemente
Booked 22 times today
Buona Forchetta San Clemente is an award-winning Italian Cuisine restaurant located in Orange County, offering signature wood-fired pizza in a relaxed, beach-town setting at the southern edge of OC. The wood-fired menu draws on the same Naples-trained technique recognized by Gambero Rosso and San Diego Magazine's Best Pizza, served in a warm dining room just minutes from the San Clemente Pier and the town's walkable downtown shops and cafes.
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5. Rare Society - San Clemente
4.7
Exceptional(510)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • San Clemente
Booked 24 times today
Sink your teeth into Rare Society - a modern homage to the golden age of the American steakhouse. Chef and owner Brad Wise reimagines vintage upscale dining with a bold, contemporary edge: a wood-fired grill fueled by red oak, an in-house dry-aging program, sustainably sourced seafood, and a progressive cocktail menu that nods to the classics while pushing boundaries. The space hums with energy - smoke curling from the grill, the scent of fire and flavor wafting through the air. It’s easy to picture a Rat Pack-era dinner party in full swing: elegant, indulgent, just a little unruly. Rare Society doesn’t just pay tribute to steakhouse tradition - it revives it, reinvents it, and serves it with just a little bit of swagger.
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6. Zov's San Clemente
4.7
Exceptional(227)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • San Clemente
Booked 33 times today
For nearly 40 years, Zov's has helped define Orange County’s culinary identity, earning areputation for vibrant flavors, polished hospitality, and an award-winning menu thatblends Mediterranean soul with contemporary California style.Rooted in time-honored recipes and elevated by modern technique, Zov’s cuisine iscomforting yet refined. Guests enjoy beautifully plated seasonal dishes, bright herbs andspices, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients reflecting the region’s abundance.Across Orange County, Zov’s has built a loyal following drawn to its consistentexcellence and heartfelt hospitality. At the heart is matriarch Chef Zov, leading threegenerations working side by side each day, blending experience, innovation, andpassion in every detail. In San Clemente, that family spirit comes to life in a vibrantseaside setting, offering visitors and locals a place to gather, indulge, and savor a truetaste of an Orange County culinary icon.
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7. Vine Restaurant & Bar
4.9
Exceptional(3525)
$$$$
• American • San Clemente
Booked 24 times today
Welcome to Vine Restaurant and Bar located in San Clemente. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.
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8. Parlor, Woodfire Kitchen & Cocktails
4.8
Exceptional(544)
$$$$
• American • San Clemente
Booked 17 times today
Parlor is the gathering place to welcome and entertain our community. A comfortable setting to enjoy amazing food and share your favorite drink. This is our version of Pizza Americana. The kitchen uses local almond and white oak to fire and finish our dishes. All of the pizzas, pastas, salads and signature plates are made from scratch, starting with fresh, local, high quality ingredients prepared daily. The sauce is made with hand crushed tomatoes grown in California. We use only the finest cheese and our sourdough is cold fermented with a starter over 30 years old. We look forward to serving you!
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9. Brussels Bistro - San Clemente
4.7
Exceptional(877)
$$$$
• Belgian • San Clemente
Booked 9 times today
Since 2004, Brussels Bistro has brought the best of Belgium's flavors to Southern California.Brussels, Capital of Belgium, is also the Capital of Europe. Brussels Bistro restaurants, Chef Thomas Crijns (From the prestigious Namur Hotel School) and his teams offer a unique and authentic experience of the Belgian and French cuisine in the Heart of southern California. Come travel with us, enjoy and taste the Brussels Bistro Experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere in both Laguna Beach and San Clemente. Come enjoy our Special Mussels & Belgian Fries, the Chef's Boeuf Bourguignon, our Famous Pork Shank, amongst other unique Belgian and French Selections.
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10. Fig 313
4.7
Exceptional(1042)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • San Clemente
Booked 6 times today
Built in 1927, Fig313 stands today as an original historical landmark of San Clemente, with a history that is meant to be shared with its seaside community. Carefully constructed in the Spanish Colonial Revival style, distinctive design features include red-tile roofs, white stucco walls, hand-crafted windows and arches, painted tiles, and open-air courtyards.Originally owned for the first 33 years by John and Jeanette Riley, 313 El Camino Real was renowned as Riley’s Waffle and Coffee Shop. Legend has it that actor John Wayne frequented the restaurant for a hearty American breakfast along with many travelers from all over the world. From 1960 on, Riley’s Café would change ownership many times, evolving into a furniture store, French restaurant, tequila company, and catering business. In 2012, the current owners purchased the property and began renovations and restoration, while staying true to the integrity of the original style.

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  • Chris
    San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    A top shelf steakhouse experience. They also have a very interesting Happy Hour menu that I will have to try on my next visit. I can hardly wait!
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    Rare Society - San Clemente$$$$• Steakhouse• San Clemente
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    4.7
  • Christopher
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I went to celebrate my two year anniversary with my girlfriend and nick's went above and beyond to make my experience memorable. I had the sirloin with a baked potato and they let me substitute my side, which, in an establishment like nick's, usually won't allow you to do so. The mocktails were fantastic. And our server, william, made us feel like his priority. Well definitely be going back frequently.
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    Nick's - San Clemente$$$$• American• San Clemente
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    4.8
  • KelliGold
    Orange County •17 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our first visit to Ilya was on a quiet Tuesday evening. The building is beautiful, the staff was attentive and friendly, the happy hour deals were plentiful and delicious. I will definitely go back.
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    Ilya$$$$• Mediterranean• San Clemente
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    4.4
  • KarenGold
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 21 Oct 2026
    We had the BEST Cadillac Margaritas!! I always get the gringo salad with ground beef (sooo yummy) and my husband had the soft tacos, rice and beans. Everything was delicious. Excellent service, as usual!!
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    South of Nick's - San Clemente$$$$• Mexican• San Clemente
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    4.8
  • Jackie
    Orange County •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Oct 2026
    Our waitress was friendly and efficient Our overall experience was wonderful!
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    Buona Forchetta San Clemente$$$$• Italian• San Clemente
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    4.7

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