Cafe Rae

Cafe Rae

1421 N El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA

★★★★★4.6(419 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Tucked into San Clemente's laid-back coastal vibe, Cafe Rae is a genuine neighborhood gem that pairs excellent, generous breakfast and brunch with a welcoming eclectic atmosphere that feels equal parts surfer shack and artist's hangout. Their Mexi Breakfast Bowl and Egg Benedict on croissant showcase kitchen skill beyond typical cafe fare, drawing consistent praise for thoughtful seasoning and quality ingredients. With a 4.6-star rating from nearly 420 reviews, this independent spot has clearly earned its loyal following through unpretentious, wholesome food and genuinely warm service.”

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.

Traditional drinksFull breakfastSlow sitMeetingsFamily friendlyLaptop friendlyPastriesParkingLight food

Google Reviews

Audrey Stites
★★★★★2 months ago

Huevos rancheros were delicious! The potatoes were well seasoned. And my husband‘s salad was yummy and crispy as well. I love the eclectic vibe in there and the service was great.

Curieux
★★★★★4 months ago

Nestled in a welcoming space with a laid-back surfer/hippie vibe, this is the perfect spot for a cozy breakfast or brunch. The food is wholesome, unpretentious, and served in generous portions. You'll also find beautiful handcrafted batik casual clothing for sale. Note: Bring…

Kyle Polakiewicz
★★★★★4 months ago

Definitely try this place! Food was fantastic. My wife and I went on a friday morning and it wasn't too busy. I got the Rae Mexi breakfast bowl. My wife got a breakfast sandwich and we shared the strawberry stuffed French toast. The portion sizes were big and everything tasted…

Dzmitry Mik
★★★★★4 months ago

Food is cooked on a cheap seed oil. Bread was fried on seed oil too. Do not recommend if you care of your health.

Katharina Heinrich
★★★★★9 months ago

Incredible! A real gem in San Clemente. We had a special: Egg Benedict on a Croissant and Mex Breakfast Bowl. Absolutely delicious and highly recommended!

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