Explore the Flavours of the California Coast

Dining

Savor well-crafted cocktails and meals infused with local flavor at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection. Bubbling fountains, fragrant beds of agapanthus, roses and Bird of Paradise flowers provide a welcoming, relaxed ambience to our dining areas, while inside the ornate embellishments and wholesome, farm-to-table menu showcase the unique ingredients of the California coast. You can taste the authentic flavors in dishes cooked with our very own extra virgin olive oil. Our chefs have crafted a menu that will take you on a gastronomic journey, utilizing hand-picked herbs from our gardens, citrus, nuts, olives, and sustainable fish, meats and vegetables.

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Paying homage to the Mission's matriarch Ysidora Forster, Ysidora offers contemporary Spanish cuisine including wood fired grilled seafood and local produce. As the Mission bells ring at 3 o'clock, Ysidora's lounge rings in specials from featured cocktails to heavenly bites. Join us for Happy Hour from 4pm to 6pm, Sunday - Thursday. Ysidora pays homage to the Mission's matriarch Ysidora Forster, and invites guests to relax, unwind and indulge in authentic Spanish flavors in a contemporary setting. Enjoy wood fired grilled seafood, hot and cold tapas, local meats and seasonal, locally sourced produce. San Juan Capistrano's moderate climate mimics that of Spain's, making for a perfect match of culinary offerings. The bar offers Spanish wines and Spanish influenced cocktails that honor Spain's olives and legendary gin and tonics.

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Ysidora Lounge interior with dining tables and fireplace.

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Ysidora Restaurant and Lounge

California

Enjoy dining of classic Spanish cuisine with a modern twist, inspired by locally sourced produce. Savor wood-fired meats and vegetables, Spanish tapas or cocktails such as the “Guerillmo” alongside the lobby lounge fireplace. Kitchen open until 10PM.

Mon-Fri

11:00 AM-11:00 PM

Sat-Sun

7:00 AM-11:00 AM, 11:00 AM-11:00 PM

+1 949-503-5720

Dress Code: Casual

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Coffee shop seating area with southwestern décor.

Café at the Mission - formerly El Café Real

Coffee House

A coffee house with communal tables featuring La Colombe craft coffee, grab and go market style goods and freshly baked pastries. Specialties include Spanish pintxo and gazpacho, free-flowing cava and locally-made gelato.

Everyday

6:00 AM-1:00 PM

+1 949-503-5722

Dress Code: Casual

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Chef Adrián Hernández

Executive Chef Adrián Hernández has over 25 years' experience in the hospitality industry and is best known for his Latin Fusion cuisine that combines ingredients from Latin America to create a unique experience by tasting different countries on one plate.

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Charming Café in San Juan Capistrano

In partnership with La Colombe coffee, Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano welcomes guests to enjoy an authentic local neighborhood coffee shop experience right here at the hotel. Offering a signature Draft Latte program, along with to-go snacks, tasty gelato, canned wine, spritz and non-alcoholic beverages, this café is the perfect quick stop to get you fueled up before you set out to explore San Juan.

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Poolside Dining

Soak in the California sunshine and enjoy poolside dining with a variety of healthy bites and refreshing drinks.

In-Room Dining

Dine in the comfort and convenience of your guest room or suite with Inn at the Mission room service.

Exclusive Epicurean Experiences

Olive Oil Tastings

Inspired by the 72 Mission olive trees located throughout the property, the Mission olive was a staple of the Spanish Missionaries diet at the neighboring Mission San Juan Capistrano. The hotel's private label EVOO, Reverence, pays homage to the history of San Juan Capistrano. We honor what came before us and how it shapes our tastes today. Join us for an unforgettable evening in the olive grove.

Tapas and Flamenco

Join us to experience an evening under the stars filled with authentic Spanish entertainment and cuisine at Ysidora. We are excited to bring back Naranjita, who will heat up the night into a celebration full of passionate dance and vibrant guitar playing.

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Evenings at the Mission Package

Experience an evening under the stars at Inn at the Mission’s Ysidora with a chef-curated prix fixe dining experience. Extend the evening with our overnight package.