Brady and I just returned from celebrating my brother’s wedding in San Clemente, CA. We only had a few hours to explore on Friday afternoon before the rehearsal, but in that short time, I fell in love!
Photo:
Jacob Krakover
Updated: May 27th, 2018
If we ever moved back to Orange County, San Clemente is where I want to be.
I am not a style blogger, so I apologize if these photos seem awkward.
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San Clemente Pier
We stayed at the Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente for the wedding. The hotel may not have been my first choice, but it was a 5-minute walk to the wedding venue and a longer but manageable walk down to the pier. It would be perfect for families since the rooms are all suites!
Once we checked into the hotel (the hotel staff was amazing the entire weekend and gave us an early check-in), Brady and I took the one-and-a-half-mile walk to the pier for lunch.
Fun Fact: An Amtrak and an OC Metrolink train station are right along the beach. A handful of restaurants and shops are within walking distance, and of course, the beach!
Pierside Kitchen & Bar
We meet some of my family for lunch at Pierside Kitchen & Pier. The restaurant is right across the beach, with a small outside patio overlooking the beach and pier.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone in the Orange County area. My family and I ordered everything from a salad, grilled cheese, burger, ahi sandwich, and scallops. Pierside is great for parties that might want a little bit of everything. The drinks were also good. I had a peach and cream beer I wanted to have every night of the week.
Bear Coast Coffee
When I travel, my plans tend to center around food and coffee. Bear Coast Coffee is a must-stop if you are in San Clemente or even in the surrounding area. A few storefronts down from Pierside, Bear Coast Coffee is a small little store perfect for grabbing a cup.
Bear Coast is even perfect for breakfast. I woke up early on my brother’s wedding day and decided I needed a cold brew before meeting everyone to get ready. With my cold brew, I ordered a breakfast bowl with spinach, avocado, a prosciutto chip, and a soft-boiled egg. It was a great way to start a busy and exciting day.
Summer Uniform
I’ll never be a style blogger because when I find an outfit or two I love, I just want to wear it every day. Although, I don’t think you can go wrong with a short sleeve blouse, distressed shorts, a hat, and Birkenstock Sandals – if I’m wrong, I don’t want to be right.
Old Navy Shorts [ Similar ] || Madewell Top || Birkenstock Sandals || Marc by Marc Jacobs Purse || Gigi Pip Hat
Do you have a summer uniform? What do you always have to do when traveling?
looks like a wonderful trip! I’ll have to check San Clemente out. I love your outfit!!
Hey,
How cute is this little town!! I miss California so much and you just gave me another little reminder why. You look super cute in your outfit, seriously and that hat is the best. Your rocking that look! seriously no apologies needed, you look great!!
xo
Melissa
http://www.glammedevents
Hi Melissa!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. I was totally stepping out of my comfort zone! You are so sweet!
This looks like such a beautiful place! And girl, you look great in the pics!
Hi Ashley!!
Thanks for the kind words! I always feel so awkward in photos!
San Clemente…never heard of this place! It really seems amazing to be here. Pictures are simply lovely!
I LOVE this! It looks like such a fun trip. I definitely want to go and check out San Clemente now and when I do, I am going to use this blog as a reference. Also, I love your outfit. SO cute!
Hi Christiana!
Thank you for your kind words! I hope you enjoy San Clemente as much as I do!!
It looks like you had such a blast! I love exploring and trying out new restaurants when I’m in a new town. Whenever summer hits, I’m definitely in some cut offs!
What a beautiful view! you two look so happy!
I have SERIOUS California wanderlust — it is at the top of my list! (We’re in cold eastern Canada). This little town looks perfect!!!! I have never seen the Pacific ocean and I want to so much! Looks like a great trip! Thanks for sharing. I’d love if you checked out and followed my blog too: http://www.legallymommy.com. Thanks!!!!
Hi Amanada!
I hope you can get to California soon! It would be a perfect trip! Would love to check out your blog too!!
Looks like you guys had a great time hanging by the beach! And the food looks amazing! This Florida girl has never been to Cali but I hope maybe one day!
Hi Jenn!
It was pretty amazing! Hopefully you can get to the West Coast soon for a little visit!!
Looks like the perfect place to relx! And I think your outfit is super cute. 🙂
Hi Jessie!
Thank you! San Clemente is an awesome place to relax before we had such a busy weekend!
Definitely need to check this town out – looks like you had a great time!
Looks like you had a great time! I also love to try local restaurants and bakeries when I travel. I love the breakfast bowl you posted looked amazing, I want one right now! Happy travels!!
Hi Amy,
Thanks! I’m trying to figure out how to recreate the breakfast bowl to eat it at home!
looks like such a wonderful trip. I am not too far from San Clemente. I should really try to plan a trip