Zebra House Coffee & Eatery
1001 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked just off the freeway in San Clemente, this charming spot wins hearts with a genuinely welcoming atmosphere and standout specialty drinks like their exceptional Mexican Mocha that locals rave about. Beyond coffee, they've built a reputation for thoughtful food pairings—think kalua pork bowls and avocado toast scrambles—prepared with care by a team that goes out of their way to make you feel at home. The self-ordering kiosk keeps things efficient, though be aware that quality can be inconsistent depending on execution.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Very cute little place just off the freeway. There’s a self ordering kiosk which is super easy to use. I ordered a latte and it was good. The only thing I didn’t like was getting a to go cup when I asked “for here” cup
Found this place on Google with pretty decent reviews. I got a avocado toaster scramble eggs on top of it paid about $12. When I asked for water the lady said she will give it to me but she will make an exception which is kind of weird that they wouldn't give water to you. For $12 this is very basic. It's just one slice of bread. I Can think of a dozen better places than this so three stars is pretty fair.
The coffee shop looked really promising on Google Maps, but in reality it wasn’t that good. The coffee was worse than Starbucks — I couldn’t even drink it. The bread wasn’t fresh, super dry. We waited 25 minutes for coffee and toast. Definitely not worth coming back. The only thing I liked was the self-order machine and the comfy chairs inside. But the tables and chairs outside were super dirty and sticky.
Really, really cute coffee house with one of the best Mexican Mochas I've had in quite some time. The lady who helped us was super friendly and helpful - going out of her way to help us. They have a good variety of drink choices as well as baked goods and breakfast/brunch options to order. Their parking is a bit limited, but there is a Ralph's parking lot right next to them that we used without issue.
I had such a great experience at Zebra House Coffee and Eatery! I ordered the Kalua pork bowl, and it was the perfect balance of healthy, flavorful, and filling. Every bite felt satisfying without being too heavy, and it’s definitely a dish I’d come back for. The atmosphere was relaxed, and the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even more enjoyable. One of the coolest features of this place is their drive-through, which is super convenient if you’re on the go. On top of that, I got a morning muffin for signing up for their text program, and let me tell you—it was incredible. I’m not usually a muffin person, but this one was so delicious it might just convert me! It was moist, flavorful, and the perfect little treat. Overall, Zebra House Coffee and Eatery offers great food, a welcoming vibe, and some thoughtful extras that make the experience stand out. I’m looking forward to coming back again soon!
Crema Reviews
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