Nick’s San Clemente

213 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA

About Nick’s San Clemente

4.7 / 5

from reviews

    Lauren H.
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    November 14, 2025

    This place is solid and you can't go wrong. Great food, service, and vibe. Do yourself a favor and get the spicy tuna on crispy rice app - STANDOUT. We wanted to keep ordering plates of it. Also to note their bistro salad was so unique, fresh, and delicious. When I heard it came with my ribs I felt meh since I eat salad every day, but I preferred it over the fries (which were also done to perfection, seasoned to perfection) but I was getting too full. My ribs were fall off the bone delish, and my husband's cioppino was superb-every piece of fish was fresh -broth not too salty -and so easy to soak up in that bread. This place is all around an A+ and we loved it. We will definitely be back!

    marjon farz
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    July 12, 2025

    My mom has been raving about this place since her friend took her a few weeks ago. We went yesterday for late lunch around 3:00 p.m., it was an awkward time so the restaurant was fairly empty and we were able to sit right away. My mom ordered the Thai chicken salad and I ordered the crispy chicken sandwich. I tried some of my mom's Thai chicken salad and I will agree with the hype, the flavor combination is pretty amazing and tasted very traditional and authentic. It's a little spicy with the red pepper which gives it a perfect kick! My sandwich was good as well, it was cut into three big pieces. Overall the portion sizes are fairly big! I was really surprised and very happy with it. It's a very chic and nice restaurant on the Main Street in San clemente. Less than a mile from the ocean so great spot for post Beach activities. Just make sure you dress appropriately, they won't let you in if you're just wearing beach swimsuits.

    Pam Shockley
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    October 02, 2025

    Belated Birthday lunch. Downside: Parking. This is a seaside tourist/residential area, so limited parking even in lots. The earlier you go, the better. Nick's did not disappoint with food selections or service. It was outstanding..and reasonable I thought!

    Ethan Hoopes
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    August 07, 2025

    Nick’s is the the place to be. I enjoyed the service we were offered, the promptness in bringing out drinks, appetizers, main courses and filling up waters. I got the Ribeye melt and it was one of the best sandwiches I have ever had hands down. They serve Hank’s Root Beer for those who are root beer snobs and as far as appetizers goes, the spinach and artichoke dip along with the Deviled Eggs were both great options. We got both! Others in my party got the Fried Chicken which was absolutely delicious, cooked to perfection. Others got the Calimari as a starter as well as the Prime Rib sandwhich. The butter cake is a must and they even brought out a small chocolate cake for my birthday without us asking, it was so nice of them! Will be coming here again!!

    Cindy L
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    March 12, 2025

    Nick’s Ross was fabulous. I really enjoyed looking at my table that was cut from Stone. Also, the hostess on March 11 was so sweet and kind. I had one of their box special, which gave me a little taste of a very small fillet, a delicious little salad and a cup of corn chowder. Everyone there was so nice. I was looking at some of their specialty bottles of liquor and the bartender struck up a conversation and I wanted to say hey to him as well. My experience today was wonderful and I hope to go back. The only down part of the restaurant is that they still use canola oil, hopefully we can start eating more healthier and get rid of the canola and the toxic seed oils. I WOULD RECOMMEND

    Nick’s San Clemente

    Our Address

    213 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA

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