Best Live Music Restaurants in San Clemente

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

Regions

South Orange County

Neighborhoods

Aliso Viejo / Laguna NiguelDana Point / Monarch BeachMission Viejo / Rancho Santa MargaritaSan ClementeSan Juan Capistrano

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

21 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Drift Distillery and Smokehouse restaurant

1. Drift Distillery and Smokehouse

4.6

Exceptional(26)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • San Clemente

Booked 8 times today

We are an award winning craft distillery and bbq smokehouse located in the heart of San Clemente.All of our spirits are handcrafted here in San Clemente with grain from our parents' farm in Kansas, making us a true grain to bottle distillery. We are also proud to serve KC style inspired bbq with a SoCal twist.

A photo of Luxe Restaurant and Bar restaurant

2. Luxe Restaurant and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(637)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 3 times today

Luxe Restaurant & Martini Bar in Dana Point provides the perfect blended menu, featuring: seafood, steaks and classic Italian dishes. It has a large outdoor patio, rooms for private parties, and offers on and off-site catering.Please find our menus at: https://www.luxefinedining.com/

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3. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7

Exceptional(2511)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 21 times today

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

A photo of Luciana's Ristorante restaurant

4. Luciana's Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(3464)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 24 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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5. Salt Creek Grille Orange County

4.4

Awesome(391)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 46 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.

6. Rosewood Social

4.8

Exceptional(191)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southeast Asian • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 8 times today

Located on the rooftop of the historic Franciscan Plaza in San Juan Capistrano, Rosewood Social combines the unique flavors of the traditional American steakhouse with soulful Southeast Asian cuisine. Enjoy delicious food with a signature cocktail or a glass of wine on a terrace overlooking Mission San Juan at sunset. Join us for a relaxing and truly memorable dining and drinking experience!

A photo of Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano restaurant

7. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

4.8

Exceptional(362)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 14 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,

8. Lantern’s Edge

4.3

Awesome(389)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 2 times today

Located at The Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Lantern's Edge is an elevated yet approachable culinary program which believes in locally sourced produce and seafood. Chef Kristine Davis brings an imaginative take on modern Californian cuisine, all expertly paired with a comprehensive wine menu and craft cocktails.

A photo of El Adobe de Capistrano restaurant

9. El Adobe de Capistrano

4.7

Exceptional(1083)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 11 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.

A photo of KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel restaurant

10. KAHANI - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7

Exceptional(187)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 3 times today

Join Chef Sanjay’s culinary journey from New Delhi to Dana Point and enjoy a contemporary approach to Indian regional specialties that places creative artistry, quality of ingredients, and respect for authentic flavors and ingredients at the forefront of cooking. KAHANI, which means "story" in Hindi, is open from Tuesday through Thursday from 5 - 9 p.m. and Friday - Saturday from 5 - 10 p.m.

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Terry
Denver / Colorado •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Outstanding. Will return Great drinks, appetizers, entrees and dessert
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Drift Distillery and SmokehousePrice: Moderate• Barbecue• San Clemente
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4.6
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MICHAELVIP
Las Vegas •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a very nice dinner the food was good the service was great. I would return for dinner.
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Luxe Restaurant and BarPrice: Moderate• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.8
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Patty
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a wonderful time. The servers were super friendly and knowledgeable. The outside area is very nice even just to look at.☺️
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Salt Creek Grille Orange CountyPrice: Expensive• American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.4
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LianeVIP
Orange County •23 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
The restaurant was full. Many 6-8 party tables. Noise level was extremely high. ) Go figure Rainy Wednesday night )We asked if there was a less noisy room. The hostess had to ask mgr before we were moved to the back room. The wine cellar had a bday party going on ( loud) two tables of 6. So we were trapped. Food was good, service by Jose was great. Pasta was ala denta but good. Definitely will return.
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Luciana's RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.5
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Outstanding scene Great food Impeccable service Will be back
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RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna NiguelPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Dana Point / Monarch Beach
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4.7

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