Antoine's Cafe

I’m age 79 best pancakes I have ever eaten very fluffy great. We were greeted by a very pretty well dressed polite young lady who greeted us and brought us inside the restaurant. Everyone who waited on us was spotless well dressed and so polite. Note, the place is very clean and even the restroom is spotless and shines. The fresh orange juice was as stated , Fresh…. The coffee was great cups were spotless. This restaurant is well run has great vibes and a great place to take a love one to. Food was great no complaints at all. Note we live in Oceanside 22 miles away. Picked this place off of Google on way to a day trip to LA. What a find will drive here from Oceanside in the future to have breakfast.

- Richard M -

⭐⭐⭐⭐½ Just spent the most perfect overcast morning at Antoine Café in San Clemente, and I'm already planning my return visit! This charming little spot has absolutely nailed the cozy café experience, especially on those moody coastal days when you want to escape the world for a bit. The service here is nothing short of spectacular — attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely interested in making sure you have a great experience. It's that rare kind of service that elevates your entire meal. Let me tell you about their special crabcake Benedict — absolute game changer! The crabcakes were perfectly crisp on the outside while staying delicately tender inside, topped with poached eggs that burst with that gorgeous golden yolk when cut into. The hollandaise had just the right amount of richness and acidity to complement the crab without overwhelming it. If it's on the specials menu when you visit, don't even hesitate! The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between lively and relaxed. There's something about the soft lighting against the gray sky outside that creates this intimate bubble where you can really unwind and enjoy your meal. It's the kind of place where you can lose track of time in the best possible way. The only minor miss was the mocha, which fell a bit flat compared to everything else — a bit too sweet and not quite enough depth to the chocolate and espresso flavors. It's the only thing I wouldn't order again, but with so many other enticing options on the menu, that's hardly a deal-breaker. Antoine Café is definitely on my regular rotation now. That nearly perfect experience, especially with that incredible crabcake Benedict, has me already plotting my next visit!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

- NICK MENNELL -

This is a really cute place with great coffee. Service started out feeling a bit brusque, with the greeter being unsmiling while she hurried me back outside to wait in the drizzle. Limited seating and popular--our party of 3 had to wait about 30 minutes for a table at 11 a.m. on a weekday. My husband enjoyed his breakfast tacos. My flavored black coffee was sooo good. I ordered the avocado tartine and to me the dish didn't coalesce. Each item was fine but the salad dressing wasn't acidic enough to cut the fat of the generous cheese on the eggs, and the dry baguette and the avocado seemed to cry out for some seasoning and perhaps a tiny drizzle of olive oil, so it just felt like disparate items on a plate that weren't necessarily better together. Next time I'll try a benedict or the yummy sounding french toast, but I was in the mood for greens that day. Our first server must have ended her shift without handing us off, because a new server entered the picture partway through the meal. I always think it's nice when they say "hey, I'm leaving so I wanted to introduce you to ___, who will be taking care of you now." However, both were kind and efficient and kept up with refills. The ambiance is very cozy and feels like a hug.

- Susan Diehl -

First visit, I was looking forward to a good breakfast. I had the chicken fried steak w/ gravy, poached eggs, hash browns, and rye toast ($20). All good, but must comment on the gravy. It was “ham forward”, sweet and smoky, not the greatest. Portions were good, rye toast was good quality and service was excellent. Recommended, I’ll be back and try something different.

- W Perry -

Charming French-themed cafe. Ordered the Antoine’s Benedict, Croque Madame and French Vanilla special coffee. All excellent. Service with a smile. Only odd thing was how to cafe latte was served, which appeared to be in a soup bowl. Would’ve preferred a proper cup. Other than that, all good!

- C N -

I had a wonderful experience at this Antoine's café! The Eggs Benedict and the bagel with avocado were absolutely delicious, with fresh ingredients and great flavors. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, making the atmosphere even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a delightful brunch experience!"

- lee emily -

This was an awesome breakfast spot for us on our last day in San Clemente. It is definitely a smaller sized restaraunt but we were able to sit down within 15 min of being there. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly and attentive. This was a wonderful spot also because the menu has a variety of items. So even if you don't want just breakfast they serve burgers and tacos, etc. As well. It was a lovely place!

- Shalini Bakshi -

Everything is always delicious—you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. I love that they serve both breakfast and lunch all day. From the breakfast burrito to the sandwiches and omelets, every dish has been spot on. Plus, the staff is always so kind and welcoming. One of my go-to spots!

- J. Brocc -