Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in San Clemente

"Also within walking distance, Driftwood Kitchen is just one minute further, located just 394 ft. from Sunset Cove Villas. This delicious restaurant near Laguna Beach plates sophisticated seafood dishes in an inviting and stylish atmosphere. Enjoy dishes like yellowfin tuna tartar tacos, crab cakes, burgers, swordfish, and spaghetti carbonara."

"Ocean views and ridiculous sunsets alone ought to be enough to bring folks in, but gourmet Driftwood steps up the food with seasonal menus centered around fresh, sustainable seafood, plus options for landlubbers...."

"Bluewater Grill has been a Newport Beach fixture for 25 years and it keeps getting better with age. Located on a small canal in busy Newport Harbor, this seafood restaurant is known for its oysters on the half shell, clam chowder, and fresh fish entrees. In fact, much of its daily fish selection comes from the Dory Fishing Fleet located just a few miles down the road."

"Sit on the wooden deck and watch the boats at this polished harborside restaurant and oyster bar that serves incredibly fresh fish. Great for Bloody Marys and a leisurely lunch – maybe swordfish tacos and..."

"A post shared by Ballast Point Long Beach (@ballastpointlongbeach) on Jun 17, 2020 at 2:49pm PDT. Neighborhood: Long BeachGrab the crew – of no more than 10, please – and hit this two-story harborside spot with outdoor patios, fire pits, and over 60 beers on tap to enjoy while watching passing boats and gorgeous sunsets.For more information."

"The seaside craft beer haven is just about perfect for a warm spring day sipping brews from San Diego and enjoying classic American fare."

"The only problem is that I asked for my steak to be medium and they made it well done ??"

"Housed in a nearly century-old canning warehouse, this spot has seafood in its bones. We're talking all of your foodie favourites, like wild, line-caught fish as well as chicken and salads. The wine list is also pretty impressive - spanning a vast 14 page menu."

"A stunning location on the water and an unforgettable menu, it’s no wonder this spot receives high praise. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 949-566-0060"

"I had Chicken Pot Pie that was very good with a nice cocktail. Definitely a nice gathering spot to have a meal with a..."

"The food was wonderful, the staff was warm and friendly and we have already told ALLof our friends about this place.…"

"Downtown Laguna Beach is chock-full of galleries, with some of the most popular ones close to Main Beach. It’s easy to get lost in the whimsical fairy tales at Kush Fine Art, or admire works in the Laguna Gallery of Contemporary Art, which features artists who support or illuminate humanitarian causes. Art by Lynn Weiderman at Studio 7 Gallery."

"Balboa Bay Resort is Newport Beach’s premier waterfront retreat offering stunning bay views and sunsets over Balboa Bay’s harbor. Recently named the #1 Resort in Newport Beach by U.S. News & World Report, the Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond property features 159 luxurious guestrooms and suites, offering relaxed yet refined accommodations, along with a celebrated culinary program that includes the newly reimagined signature A+O Restaurant Bar with new menus under Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan and a spirit-forward, creative craft cocktail program with a smoked cocktail cart; Blend, offering fresh grab-and-go delicacies and delights that pair perfectly with beautiful bay views; a pool bar; and 24-hour in-room dining."

"Balboa Bay Resort is Newport Beach’s premier waterfront retreat offering stunning bay views and sunsets over Balboa Bay’s harbor. Recently named the #1 Resort in Newport Beach by U.S. News & World Report, the Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond property features 159 luxurious guestrooms and suites, offering relaxed yet refined accommodations, along with a celebrated culinary program that includes the newly reimagined signature A+O Restaurant Bar with new menus under Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan and a spirit-forward, creative craft cocktail program with a smoked cocktail cart; Blend, offering fresh grab-and-go delicacies and delights that pair perfectly with beautiful bay views; a pool bar; and 24-hour in-room dining."

"The only Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond resort in Newport Beach, you will not be disappointed by the well-appointed rooms at Balboa Bay. This is a smaller resort with 159 guestrooms and suites but it packs all the punch of its larger neighbors. Don’t miss the two waterfront restaurants, pool cabanas, and Drybar salon during your stay."

"The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is a 1,300-acre coastal estuary featuring coastal dunes, salt, and freshwater marshes, mudflats, and seabird nesting islands."

"Located in the Corona del Mar part of town you can find the pretty flowers, plants, and trees of the Sherman Library & Gardens. A treat for the senses, its colorful and fragrant grounds are home to an impressive array of flora from all around the world. Founded in 1955 by businessman Arnold D. Haskell, the gorgeous gardens have since grown and grown with succulents and orchids now on show next to a fern grotto, desert area, and rose garden."

"With an library of historical books and museum of living plants, visitors will enjoy a day at the Sherman Library and Gardens. Walk along the paths past bubbling tile fountains and enjoy colorful annuals, cacti, and succulents in the botanical gardens. Enjoy afternoon tea at the Cafe Jardin’s garden next to the research library."

"2647 East Pacific Coast Highway, Corona del MarNewport Beach, CA 92625(949) 673-2261. Encompassing 2.2 acres, this horticultural wonderland in the downtown area is filled with Instagrammable backdrops."

"Laguna Coast Wilderness Park is a 7,000-acre wilderness area located on Laguna Canyon Road. One of the last coastal canyons in Southern California, the wilderness area lies in the San Joaquin Hills that surround Laguna Beach. There are 40 miles of biking and hiking trails that take visitors through a variety of landscapes such as oak, sycamore, and willow woodlands as well as areas of cacti, sage scrub, grassland, and maritime chaparral."

"Home to more than 40 trails across 7,000 acres of coastal wilderness preserve, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park is a “must” for outdoors enthusiasts. Park highlights include Laurel Canyon Trail and The Willow Staging Area. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife sightings of several rare and endangered species."

"Located in some of the last remaining coastal canyons in Southern California, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park offers some 40 miles of hiking trails that wind through oak and sycamore woodlands and up onto ridges with sweeping ocean views."