The Sunrise Cafe · San Clemente, CA
An old-school diner. Since sunup.
the Sunrise Cafe.
An old-school diner on El Camino Real, serving breakfast & lunch since sunup.
From the griddle
Hearty plates, old-school portions.
Breakfast Tacos
Three, with hash browns or home fries
Eggs Benedict
Hollandaise, fresh-shredded hash browns
The Trestles Scramble
Tomatoes, onions, peppers, cheese
Egg & Bacon Sandwich
Grilled to order, on toast
Our story
A San Clemente institution.
The Sunrise Cafe is a San Clemente institution on El Camino Real — hand-shredded hash browns, generous omelettes, and a laid-back, old-school diner feel, right down to the wall of vintage San Clemente photos. Regulars know it for the friendly staff, the great coffee, and portions built to fill you up.
Read our storyWhat you’ll find here
Early sunshine, easy mornings.
Old-School, on Purpose
A wall of black-and-white San Clemente photos, a red scalloped awning over the counter, and a menu that hasn't chased any trend — this is the diner regulars grew up on.
Open Every Morning
Doors open at 7 and the griddle runs until 2:30, seven days a week — early enough for the surf crowd, easy enough for a slow weekend.
Hearty, Generous Portions
Hand-shredded hash browns, stacked omelettes, and plates built to fill you up — the kind of value regulars come back for.
Friendly, Fast Service
Even on a busy weekend, the staff keeps tables turning and coffee cups full — attentive without ever feeling rushed.
What guests say
From our regulars.
“First visit, old school — that's good. Great omelette, generous portions.”
W Perry
“I love that this is an old fashioned diner! The breakfast tacos are huge — coffee is great too.”
Lisa Watts
“The server happily substituted for my gluten-free order — my husband loves diners like this.”
Carol Pohlman
“Open tables on a busy weekend, prompt service, good food and great location.”
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Find us
El Camino Real,
San Clemente.
Open every day, 7 AM – 2:30 PM.
Right on El Camino Real, with parking in the back lot.
Directions & contactA look inside
From the counter to the tables.
