Best Live Music Restaurants in San Juan Capistrano

32 restaurants available nearby

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1. Tavern at the Mission

4.7

Exceptional(520)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 36 times today

Renowned Orange County restaurateur David Wilhelm, along with longtime partner Gregg Solomon, purchased this iconic location in the heart of charming downtown San Juan Capistrano overlooking the Jewel of the California missions. The menu features many of his signature classic comfort foods such as his Famous Buttermilk Fried Chicken, French 75's Onion Soup, and Whiskey Shrimp Dijon, featured at his Tavern House Kitchen+Bar in Newport Beach. Chef Wilhelm is a longtime South County resident, well known for the many concepts he has created over the years including Kachina, Sorrento Grille, French 75, Savannah Chophouse and Jimmy's Famous American Tavern. Tavern at the Mission has a large, tree covered, pet friendly patio with beautiful mission views. The interiors have been beautifully renovated with a chandelier lit dining room and a warm central fireplace. Our' Tumbleweed Bar' is designed as an homage to San Juan Capistrano's Equestrian and Vaqueros history.

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2. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

4.7

Exceptional(331)

Price: Moderate

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 21 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,

3. Rosewood Social

4.6

Exceptional(153)

Price: Expensive

• Southeast Asian • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 9 times today

Located on the rooftop of the historic Franciscan Plaza in San Juan Capistrano, Rosewood Social offers a unique combination of soulful Southeast Asian cuisine with curated cocktails and panoramic downtown views. Imagine savoring delicious food with a signature cocktail or a glass of wine on a terrace overlooking Mission San Juan at sunset. Our Award-winning Chef, John Beriker has put together a wonderful menu filled with comforting flavors from his 25 years of travels in Southeast Asia. Join us for a relaxing and truly memorable dining and drinking experience!

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4. El Adobe de Capistrano

4.7

Exceptional(1037)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 26 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. Don Juan Mexican Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(21)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 3 times today

Don Juan Mexican Kitchen lead by executive Chef Chris Tzorin is here with a new Modern Mexican cuisine and mixology. Located in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, the vibes, food, and drinks are immaculate. A place for date night, family outings, solo dates, and more. We are the hottest Mexican restaurant in town. "Its more than a meal, its a modern experience"

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6. Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan Capistrano

4.8

Exceptional(729)

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.

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7. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.7

Exceptional(2455)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 39 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

4.1

Excellent(310)

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.

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9. Luxe Restaurant and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(613)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 7 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/

10. Stella's

4.6

Exceptional(1280)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Booked 5 times today

Stella's is the embodiment of serious Italian cuisine - original recipes and techniques alongside the freshest organic products, housemade cheeses, and carefully selected Italian flavors. Stella's is the perfect place for friends and family to gather - be it at the bar with a chilled martini, an appetizer in the lounge, or dining alfresco while tasting your way through the wine list and menu. Whatever your pleasure or mood, Stella's can make it happen!

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michaelVIP
Orange County •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always great service! Food is excellent as well. Servers Stella, John and Natalie and others are always on top of it! 0h and David too! If I had one complaint it would be that it gets very loud inside the restaurant, can’t talk to people at your table very easily. I give the restaurant 5 stars!
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Tavern at the MissionPrice: Expensive• American• San Juan Capistrano
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4.7
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TroyVIP
Orange County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a good time here. A bit loud but a good time.
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El Adobe de CapistranoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Juan Capistrano
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4.7
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Steven
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food is always great. We always order the brussel sprouts and the fig bruschetta to start. The Holiday lamb was to die for, but I am sad that they may not have it after the holidays. We tried 3 different red wines from their vintage and they were all wonderful.
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Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan CapistranoPrice: Moderate• American• San Juan Capistrano
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4.7
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Lisa
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Met friends for dinner and sat in the heated patio. Food was outstanding and service was exceptional. Would highly recommend and will definitely return.
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Don Juan Mexican Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Juan Capistrano
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4.6
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Steve
Orange County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great choices for starters! Could easily share all for main course😁… excellent service and choice of inside or outside! Very fair prices doe both food and drinks👍….hardest part is parking😂… We will be back for sure🇺🇸
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Rosewood SocialPrice: Expensive• Southeast Asian• San Juan Capistrano
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4.6

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern at the Mission

2. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

3. Rosewood Social

4. El Adobe de Capistrano

5. Don Juan Mexican Kitchen & Bar

6. Sundried Tomato American Bistro - San Juan Capistrano

7. RAYA at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

8. Salt Creek Grille Orange County

9. Luxe Restaurant and Bar

10. Stella's

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