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Beer spots in San Clemente

You want a place where the beer list is curated with as much care as the food menu.

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Hamburger restaurant with funky decor blending pirate, western, and Aztec temple themes creates a unique atmosphere. Live reggae music and a magician performing card tricks add entertaining energy. Outdoor patio features a party bus bar made from an old delivery van, enhancing the lively vibe.

Food here is consistently fresh and high quality. Every dish tastes excellent and pairs well with fun cocktails.

Selection includes a local Artifex brew and other good beers. Beers arrive icy cold and pair well with meals.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was delicious."

"I enjoyed the good, cold beer here."

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Parking can be a bit of a hassle, so plan accordingly.

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Brunch features live magic shows that entertain guests at their tables.

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Reservations are recommended for weekend brunch due to popularity.

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Speakeasy-style restaurant with cozy, intimate atmosphere and live jazz music creates a relaxing vibe. Comfortable seating and a wood fire oven add warmth to the space. Guests enjoy a thoughtful dining experience paired with a good selection of beers, wines, and crafted cocktails.

Food comes cooked in iron over a wood fire, delivering well done and amazing flavors. The menu offers thoughtful dishes with excellent service guiding choices.

Cozy spot with a nice selection of beers on draft and a variety of whiskeys. Beer and wine offerings pair well with meals and have a good taste.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious, especially the fresh bread and tomato soup."

"I enjoyed the beer selection and taste here."

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Reservations are recommended as the restaurant can sell out quickly.

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Happy hour offers $2 off select menu items and drinks at the bar.

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Parking is limited; consider using the shopping center across the street.

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Small seafood restaurant with mostly outdoor seating and a laid-back vibe. Atmosphere is relaxing and cool, with enough noise to feel lively but still allow conversation. Features include a patio with heaters, a small indoor bar with TV, and quick table turnover.

Food impresses with excellent quality and unforgettable flavors. Prices stay surprisingly affordable even with drinks included.

Cold, draft beer pairs well with meals here. The beer offers good value and complements dishes like fish tacos and lobster rolls.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, delicious, and always excellent."

"The beer here is cold and on draft."

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Happy hour runs from 3 to 6 PM with many items priced just a few dollars.

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Enjoy $1 oysters and $3 battered fish tacos during happy hour on Tuesdays.

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Parking is available behind the restaurant for easy access.

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Dive bar with a classic Irish vibe and free pool on six tables creates a lively, local hangout. Multiple televisions and a back patio support a sports-focused atmosphere with good music and casual energy. Board games, ping pong options, and a jukebox app add interactive fun.

Food here stands out with delicious bar dishes served alongside friendly service. The menu offers great flavors that exceed typical dive bar expectations.

Wide selection of beers served nice and cold. Pool tables add to the casual vibe.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and served with friendly service."

"They had a wide selection of beer, served nice and cold."

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Expect longer wait times on weekend nights due to crowding.

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Dogs are allowed inside and outside the venue.

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Taco Tuesday offers great deals on food.

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Restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating with a two-level patio and space heaters for comfort. Atmosphere reflects surf culture with loud music and a lively vibe, especially on the patio. Bar features include house-made margaritas and a focus on flavorful dishes like poke bowls and tacos.

Food features great taste and friendly service at an affordable price. Seating includes both indoor and outdoor options for a spacious dining experience.

An extensive beer tap selection offers a variety of draft beers. Staff provide great service alongside a good beer selection.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be really yummy and enjoyable."

"I enjoyed the great beer selection."

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Parking on the premises is limited, but municipal parking is available nearby.

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Nomads Canteen offers both indoor and outdoor seating options.

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The hotel is located in the heart of downtown San Clemente.

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Distillery combines live blues and rock music with a beautifully crafted design and lovely outdoor space. The atmosphere feels inviting and intimate, with a quiet vibe that supports privacy despite close tables. Craft cocktails and local beers complement the setting, creating a relaxed yet engaging experience.

Food arrives quickly, hot, and well presented with a family atmosphere enhancing the experience. Cocktails and dishes are consistently excellent and delicious.

Good local beers appear on tap with a limited selection of beer and wine. Ice cold beer adds to the wonderful ambiance.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be absolutely delicious."

"The beer here is ice cold and wonderful."

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Reservations are recommended for Friday and Saturday nights.

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Parking is ample and convenient at the location.

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The menu features unique offerings that differ from typical appetizer selections.

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Modern country decor with cowgirl surf art creates a laid-back, fun vibe that feels warm and welcoming. Busy atmosphere fills with people drawn to bold, fresh flavors in dishes like smash burgers and fish tacos. Patio seating adds to the casual, inviting energy.

Food features top shelf quality with a menu full of amazing options. Service includes attentive servers who bring orders to the table after counter ordering.

Thursday brings a deal with all IPA beers at $5. The beer selection stays small with only four options available.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, fresh, and delicious."

"The beer here is delicious and amazing."

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On Thursday, all IPA beers are $5.

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Expect a 30-40 minute wait during peak hours.

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You can substitute a gluten-free bun for any sandwich or burger.

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Microbrewery offers outdoor patio and retail stalls with a small boutique market nearby. Atmosphere is fun and welcoming, with dogs allowed and food trucks present. Beers include hazy IPAs and sour options, available on-site and in cans to go.

A food truck operates in the parking lot, offering amazing food alongside a small boutique market. The setup provides a casual spot to grab a bite during visits.

Beers come in juicy hazy IPAs and citrus hazy IPAs with funny names like Unicorn Juice. A variety of fresh beers on tap includes sours and ambers, all consistently solid and flavorful.

People are saying

"You've got to try their beers; they're outstanding and fresh on tap."

"The food truck had amazing food."

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The brewery opens at 2:00 pm daily.

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Ample parking is available on-site.

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Dogs are welcome in the outdoor space.

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Family-run Mexican cafรฉ offers a casual, authentic atmosphere with street-style tacos and homemade dishes. The vibe is relaxed, welcoming both families and those who want to watch the game with a beer. Plenty of parking and bilingual staff add to the local, approachable feel.

Food features authentic Mexican cuisine made in house with care. Meals carry a special flavor that satisfies cravings for home style dishes.

People are saying

"I thought the food was super good and made fresh in-house."

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The prices at El Jefe Cafe are very reasonable.

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There is plenty of parking available, which is usually hard to find.

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Credit cards are accepted, but there is a fee for ATM use.

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Small, well-organized grocery store offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff and a unique selection of fresh, organic products. The vibe feels like a community market where shopping is comfortable and enjoyable. Parking is limited and can be tight during busy times.

Foods stay consistently fresh across all departments with prices that are low for organic options. The selection includes a variety of kid-friendly items and unique German foods with an Old World feel.

Offers good priced beer and some craft beer options. Craft beer aisle is limited but overall beer selection includes delicious products.

People are saying

"I loved the fresh, innovative food and fun selections here."

"The beer selection here is surprisingly small."

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The parking lot can be tight during peak hours.

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Trader Joe's offers a variety of unique and affordable products.

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The store carries a range of kid-friendly foods.

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Small patio and indoor booths with TVs create a relaxed, comfortable setting near the ocean. The vibe is casual and unhurried, welcoming people who want to sit outside or enjoy a quiet meal. Dog-friendly outdoor seating and free parking add to the convenience and appeal.

Food here stands out for its great taste and consistent quality. Meals come with amazing service and pair well with a selection of beer.

A variety of beer options on tap includes a Beach Lager and some cool beer specials. Beer pairs well with food like the BLT sandwich on wheat bread.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was great and delicious."

"I enjoyed the handmade sandwiches with a beer."

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Free parking is available in the commuter lot nearby.

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Expect a 15-20 minute wait for sandwich orders.

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The restaurant offers hot, cold, and vegetarian sandwich options.

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Mexican restaurant with outdoor seating and a chill atmosphere featuring contemporary Mexican music and soccer on television. The vibe is comfortable and relaxing, reminiscent of a beach shop in Mexico. Generous portions and flavorful dishes like burritos and rib eye tacos define the experience.

Food features freshness and excellent flavor with generous portions. Preparation is consistent and the taste is very good.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was great and fresh."

Good to know

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Happy Hour runs from 3 pm to close on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

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Taco Tuesday offers great deals on tacos and is popular among locals.

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On Wednesdays, enjoy fresh fish tacos with chips and salsa for $6 during Happy Hour.

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Circular bar with an outdoor patio and plentiful TVs creates a lively sports-watching environment. Brand new pool tables and an onsite live music venue add to the energetic vibe. The atmosphere feels fun and welcoming, with patrons enjoying drinks and games.

Food features excellent menu options with dishes like Ciopino standing out. The quality is consistently amazing, prompting multiple entrees in one sitting.

Beers come nice and cold here. The Artifex IPA stands out with its bold and crisp flavor.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, truly unbelievable."

"The beer here is amazing, especially the IPA."

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The venue has limited seating, primarily on the outside patio.

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The taps are currently out of order, affecting drink options.

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The bar is clean and well-maintained.

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