Cafe Mint San Clemente

Amazing food and service!!! I met the owner while he was shopping at my Albertsons Butcher Counter. He graciously introduced himself and bought quality meat for his business. He has since come back week after week insisting on buying only the freshest quality beef and chicken. He had also asked me to come and try his food. Tonight I ate at Cafe Mint and tasted the beautiful flavors of the Middle East and the Mediterranean. My meal was custom, designed and made by the owner himself. From food to customer service this was a great experience. He first brought an appetizer of homemade hummus and chips, next two large dishes of chicken, beef, rice, and a salad. The beef had a great flavor, indescribable by me. The chicken had medium spice complimented by a refreshing salad. Pita bread was also provided with a homemade garlic sauce. Then came the final main course (his preferred dish). A delightfully moist and tender chicken dish served with rice and a salad. He spoke about his quest to find the right chicken for this dish; halal certified chicken in this case. My experience here at Cafe Mint was great! It is conveniently located in Talega, San Clemente with both indoor and outdoor dining. The staff is both friendly and knowledgeable about how the food is prepared and made. I give Cafe Mint 6/5 stars for an excellent dinner out. I’ll be referring my friends and family and I’ll certainly be coming back myself.

I honestly wasn’t expecting anything when I placed an order to pick up here, I just wanted some hummus and falafel. I was so pleasantly surprised with my experience and had I expected anything, i would not have been disappointed. Mike and Suel (Sue) are such generous and kind people and take pride in the food they make. They aren’t kidding when they say the falafel is a must try… it’s freshly made everyday (with FRESH ingredients) and you can taste the cilantro and jalapeño in each fluffy delicious bite. I don’t even typically care for baba ghanoush, but it was so perfectly blended and those beautiful pomegranates on top are the perfect addition. Everything was amazing, service was wonderful and from good people, I will definitely be back to get more of everything i had tonight and to try other things too!