Best Casual Restaurants in San Juan Capistrano

48 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano

4.8

Exceptional(415)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 14 times today

**We are walk in only for Brunch. Reservations & walk ins available for Dinner**Mayfield combines modern Californian cooking with flavors from the Levant region, an area spanning the Middle East, Mediterranean and North Africa. Made to be shared, our food is designed to be experienced and enjoyed together.Please include any humans, big or small, in your guest count so we can make sure we have enough space at the table for you all.

2. Ciao Pasta

4.8

Exceptional(1271)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 12 times today

Ciao Pasta offers the most authentic flavors of southern Italy in a historic setting reminiscent of the old world. Located in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, we take pride in bringing the rich flavors and traditions of Italy right to your table. Our menu features a delightful array of dishes, from handmade pasta and artisanal pizzas to fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables, all crafted with the finest ingredients.At Ciao Pasta, we believe that great food is best enjoyed in good company. Our cozy atmosphere is perfect for family gatherings, romantic dinners, or casual nights out with friends. With a selection of carefully curated wines and house-made desserts, we invite you to indulge in the taste of Italy.Happy hour at Ciao Pasta includes discounted house wine and beer, where guests are free to indulge in the beverages as they share affordable appetizers and select entrees. Join us for a culinary journey that celebrates the passion and culture of Italian dining. Buon Appetito!

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3. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

4.8

Exceptional(333)

Price: Moderate

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 9 times today

Voted 2024 San Juan Capistrano Business of the Year!Winner of multiple Best of San Juan Awards including best restaurant, best dinner, best lunch, best ambiance, best wine and many more. Rancho Capistrano Winery has become the must go destination for locals and visitors alike. In addition to producing over 40 different wines from the finest grape growing regions in the West, we are known for our award-winning signature dishes that blend perfectly with our wines. Our grapes are sourced from different premier wine regions, including Paso Robles, Lodi, Northern California and Washington. Rancho Capistrano Winery has proudly grown to be the largest winery in Orange County,

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4. El Adobe de Capistrano

4.7

Exceptional(1039)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 16 times today

Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a historic setting at El Adobe de Capistrano. This landmark features a wedding chapel, stained-glass windows and additional beautiful architectural details. Its kitchen has a mesquite-burning grill where chefs prepare deliciously flavored seafood and steak dishes. Soups, salads and appetizers are also on the menu, including tasty desserts.Owners Tony Moiso and Gilbert Aguirre have kept the atmosphere and traditions of the El Adobe de Capistrano going. This establishment still prepares the dishes that President Nixon and his wife enjoyed while visiting during his administration. It has a full bar that serves various drinks, a lounge area for socializing and a patio in the front. El Adobe de Capistrano offers private rooms for banquets and other events. The Palenque features a retracting roof, making it ideal for hosting an event under the night sky. It offers brunch and has a Happy Hour.

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5. Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan Capistrano

4.8

Exceptional(732)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 7 times today

Sundried Tomato specializes in New American cuisine and we are committed to offering the freshest quality ingredients on every plate. Due to our intimate setting we kindly ask that for parties of 7 or more you contact us at the restaurant directly. Let Sundried Tomato Host your event! Celebrate with us for your next baby shower, birthday, rehearsal dinner or any other special occasion. We look forward to serving you soon.

6. Truly Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(362)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 75 times today

Located in the heart of the Lantern District in Dana Point, Truly Pizza is an artisanal neighborhood pizzeria where friends and family can relax and enjoy the fellowship of sharing pizza - the world's greatest communal food. Our outdoor garden design, rooftop wine experience and nurturing service style promote a welcoming sense of community by offering friends and neighbors a casual dining environment filled with personal touch points every step of the way. *We are an outdoor restaurant with patio & rooftop dining only. We provide blankets and heaters for guests*Please note 20% gratuity is added for parties of 8 or larger.

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7. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7

Exceptional(2465)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 19 times today

RAYA, a restaurant concept by Richard Sandoval, showcases Pan-Latin Coastal Cuisine prepared with sustainable seafood, local produce, natural and organic meats, and Chef Sandoval’s signature Latin flavors.

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8. Salt Creek Grille Orange County

4.2

Awesome(321)

Price: Expensive

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 32 times today

Nestled along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, Salt Creek Grille proudly returns to the Dana Point community under new ownership. Our newly remodeled interiors and stunning outdoor patio exude elegance and comfort for unparalleled ambiance, setting the perfect stage for savoring our enhanced menu that features a true, wood-fired American steakhouse with a California coastal twist.

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9. CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

4.7

Exceptional(1483)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 10 times today

At Craft House Restaurant we focus on serving the freshest local ingredients to our guests. From working with local fishermen in the Dana Point Harbor to sourcing ingredients from the local farmer's markets. At Craft House we pride ourselves on having one of the best American whiskey selection in South Orange County. From you daily drinking whiskey to the one's you've spend your life trying to taste (all of the Pappy van Winkle collection).

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10. Luciana's Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(3414)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 21 times today

Located in a historical home in the resort town of Dana Point, California, Luciana's Ristorante has been serving the Orange County community for over 40 years. The decor is reminiscent of a cozy European-style inn, establishing it as one of Orange County's most romantic restaurants. Awarded the Southern California Restaurant Writers gold medal since 1996, three stars from the California Restaurant Writers, Zagat's Survey "America’s 1,000 Top Italian Restaurants 2008" and an Award of Excellence for its wine list, Luciana's has been setting the standard for classic as well as innovative Italian cuisine. Whether visiting our cozy restaurant or our Bed and Breakfast and Cooking School in Tuscany, Italy, you are sure to experience the best and freshest combination of the old and new worlds.

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Greg
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Seated quickly. Service was excellent. Food outstanding.
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Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan CapistranoPrice: Expensive• American• San Juan Capistrano
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4.8
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JohnVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food, ambiance, and atmosphere. What a wonderful evening.
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Ciao PastaPrice: Moderate• Italian• San Juan Capistrano
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4.8
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Bernadette
San Diego •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I met a friend for happy hour. 3 pm but we were given a brunch menu? Not really what we had in mind but we both picked the steak salad. It was really tasty and well done steak. The waitress must have been busy because we didn’t see her at all until we finished. No refills of water. It was a bit pricey for 2 salads and a three glass wine tasting for one and an ice tea for the other. $90
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Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan CapistranoPrice: Moderate• American• San Juan Capistrano
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4.8
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Brooke
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We love you all so much! Thank you for making my Moms birthday so memorable after the lost of her husband, our father. My dad loved El Adobe and all of our memories there as a family. We appreciate you all so very much- thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Brooke Benda
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El Adobe de CapistranoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Juan Capistrano
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4.7
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Greg
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Really great restaurant, we now have so many favorite dishes here! If you think you don't like vegetables, you have to come try Mayfield - it is amazing what they can do with carrots or cabbage or sweet potatoes! And their fried chicken is the best!
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Mayfield- San Juan CapistranoPrice: Expensive• Californian• San Juan Capistrano
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4.8

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48 restaurants available nearby

1. Mayfield- San Juan Capistrano

2. Ciao Pasta

3. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

4. El Adobe de Capistrano

5. Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan Capistrano

6. Truly Pizza

7. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

8. Salt Creek Grille Orange County

9. CRAFT HOUSE Dana Point

10. Luciana's Ristorante

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