The Cellar
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The Cellar

156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA

★★★★★4.7(620 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked away in San Clemente, this cozy underground spot has earned genuine devotion from locals who return weekly for their excellent coffee and brunch, but it's really a hidden gem that seamlessly shifts from daytime café to dinner destination with surprising sophistication. Beyond the caffeine, you'll find themselves getting lost in their thoughtfully curated cheese boards and charcuterie, a killer burger, and wine and beer selections that take this place well beyond your typical coffee shop. The real magic here is in the warmth—from the genuinely kind service to their willingness to welcome walk-ins when other spots turn people away, The Cellar feels less like a restaurant and more like your favorite local spot that somehow became everyone's favorite.

What to expect

Light foodMeetingsOutdoor seatingFamily friendlyPastriesFull breakfastTraditional drinksSlow sit

Google Reviews

Garrett
★★★★★2 months ago

Ecstatic Hour really had us ecstatic — great, kind service from the bartender. We got the food we ordered super quick, too. The sidewinder potatoes and sliders and cheese plate and brussel sprouts (we basically turned happy hour into dinner) — all incredible tasty. What do they put on those potatoes?! So good!

Mark Kimura
★★★★★3 months ago

Looking for a light lunch with a beer. Nice place in San Clemente. They had charcuterie boards and the burger was pretty much fire. Nice selection of beer but if you are into wine they have you covered. (Can pair with multiple cheeses and meats.) Outside street dining as well as indoor booths and bar.

Kelsey Scott
★★★★★3 months ago

As a local, this is hands-down our favorite spot to frequent. We come weekly for their coffee and brunch. Their burger for dinner is also delicious! Their service, food and ambiance is always consistently wonderful. Whether you sit inside or out, you won’t be disappointed with their charming, good vibes. Cole is usually our server, and he always is attentive and friendly. Highly recommend their breakfast burrito, breakfast sandwich and any of their coffees (smooth, but rich in flavor)!

Kat Moore
★★★★★a year ago

One of my all-time favorite San Clemente restaurants! The truffle popcorn on the dinner menu is so good you’ll want to order seconds. And the cheese boards are simple but exquisite. Sitting in their outside patio on a lovely California day drinking a Hugo Spritz in the sunshine is my definition of a perfect time in this little beach town. Absolutely check it out- you won’t be disappointed!

Oana Gusatu
★★★★★a year ago

Ended up grabbing a table at this restaurant on a very busy Mother’s Day. While most restaurants turned us down for no reservation and no walk-ins on special days, The Cellar was very happy to accommodate us on their pet friendly patio. Food was great and reasonably priced. I had the burrata and beet salad and I really enjoyed it. Staff and customers were equally friendly.

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