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MRK Public in San Clemente

4.8 (149) 1402 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672, United States

Categories

Gastropub
Restaurant

Location on the map

San Clemente, Orange County, California, US

Phone: +1 949-441-7621
Site: https://mrkpublic.com/

Opening hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:5–9 PM
Wednesday:5–9 PM
Thursday:5–9 PM
Friday:5–10 PM
Saturday:4–10 PM
Sunday:4–9 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.8

149 Reviews for MRK Public 2024:

Review №1

2023-08-20 05:03:26

Great service and great food! First time and im very happy! I got the sticky wings and the house burger. The wings were perfectly cooked and tasted amazing and the pickled slaw on the side, I could snack on all day. Burger was exactly what I wanted tonight and I have no complaints. Will be going back😊💯✔️I ate the burger before I could take a photo lol

Review №2

2023-03-14 14:58:39

You will not find better service, or more love in the preparation and quality of food. We started with the soup, some mussels, and some amazing brussels sprouts. The sauce for the mussels was a second soup. The sprouts were crunchy and perfect. We found a great wine, and after sampling several craft beers on tap, a great dark beer. We spent an hour on appetizers and were too filled to have an entrée. But, we had room to split a great desert.

Review №3

2018-08-23 06:07:43

Have been enjoying MRK now for a few years. Best wings I’ve ever had. I’ve enjoyed the pork belly sandwich pork Verde soup, the Poke Thai salad and other things.A great beer list with kambucha and ciders as well.Tonight i finished my girlfriends food just so i could have some wings left over for lunch tomorrow.

Review №4

2019-08-16 02:32:20

Eating here provided one of those rare moments in life where during and after the meal you think to yourself if only every meal could satisfy so deeply. One of those meals where you push to eat just one more bite, despite your stretched and struggling stomach, for the expertly balanced, layered, and gratifying flavors. Get some!

Review №5

2023-11-18 14:45:23

The food is amazing. Best pork belly Banh mi. Burger is amazing. Always a good rotation of craft beer.

Review №6

2019-08-04 03:36:53

1st time here and we loved it! Took our food to go but wished we would of eaten in house to take in the moment and have a craft brew. We will be back!

Review №7

2023-05-21 17:22:10

Great spot! Big selection of local beers, fresh food, friendly service. Mellow atmosphere and ocean views too. Nice selection of vegan options as well. Love the fries and sweet potato cake. Recommend!

Review №8

2023-06-09 04:31:53

Food was on point! Great beer selection! Will come again. Dont see an option to recommend the brussel sprouts, but they were delicious.

Review №9

2018-11-04 03:21:20

First visit. Great service, good beer, great food. I ordered a vegetarian banh mi sandwich, the bread was very crunchy and good and the contents were flavorful and packed good heat. I would come here again.

Review №10

2017-07-13 04:50:11

We loved that place! Awesome food (with a lot of veggie and even vegan options), good beer, very relaxed atmosphere and outstanding service! Wonderful experience - thank you!

Review №11

2018-04-08 02:38:07

Food was great, service was great. Parking is a bit different. 2 cars decided to make their own parking space and made it difficult to get out of our spot. Completely blocking the handicapped parking.

Review №12

2016-08-17 01:59:39

A great spot in San Clemente with great views and patio dining also. Has a cool craft beer menu too, the staff is fantastic and very helpful and friendly. I will be back when in town from Vegas

Review №13

2017-04-12 23:07:46

OMG Beignets. Absolutely to drive for Says my wife. My son saved some and shared. I was headed there the next day. Found the menu to be a perfect indi style eatery. You could tell someone has a degree in the kitchen. A smart menu.

Review №14

2023-07-29 00:48:37

Excellent chicken sandwich and pastrami sandwich. Friendly staff, good vibe

Review №15

2022-12-30 05:36:30

Loved the entire experience. Authentically friendly staff, great recommendations and expertly prepared dishes PLUS local brew and a superb wine list makes this our new go to date night place 🌙💫

Review №16

2023-05-20 23:58:45

Friendly service and delicious fries and burger 🍔 😋

Review №17

2022-10-28 03:44:11

One of San Clemente‘s local favs. Coming to MRK feels like you’re seeing a bunch of long time friends or family for the first time in ages. This place is clearly run with heart.Food is amazing, service is amazing. You won’t be disappointed.

Review №18

2021-08-22 05:04:05

Just wow. Definitely a true experience of a meal worth going out for. I had the pork belly sandwich, a daily special, and it was just insanely good. So many delicious flavors and the meat was as soft as the bun. Well-presented, with excellent service from a top-notch, friendly staff. Ive been to so many places where the food did not live up to the style, gastropubs that wish they were MRK, but this place is the real gourmet deal. Cant wait to try their regular dishes.

Review №19

2022-05-07 01:59:58

A must-try! This restaurant is run by a very talented chef and you can see it in the food! The wings are absolutely amazing with a great sweet Asian sauce. The short rib sandwich is juicy and flavorful. The flat iron steak in the steak and frites is tender and juicy with a fantastic salsa verde/chimichurri combo to brighten up the dish. The pork belly in the bahn mi simply melts in your mouth and is packed with flavor. This is easily one of the best restaurants in the area. If you havent been yet please do yourself a favor and stop by!

Review №20

2023-05-04 02:59:27

Curtis and Justin were a pleasure. Made our experience wonderful. Food was delicious and great vibes!

Review №21

2023-01-28 20:13:20

LOVE MRK! I’ve been here a few times now and always enjoy the atmosphere, but most of all the food is always great. And I mean next level great! I will keep coming back.

Review №22

2022-04-16 02:15:34

Was looking form something a little off the beaten path to take my family to when they visited. I wanted to avoid the hubub of downtown and the crowds because of COVID.Took a chance on MRK. Im so mad I didnt realize how great this place was! The brussel sprouts are absolutely insane. Its super quaint and super quick. Really enjoyed my burger and the ambiance. Highly recommend them!

Review №23

2020-12-12 03:37:36

This is one of my favorite restaurants, a true low-key gem. The menu, varied specials, changing craft beer selection all come together in an intimate space prepared and served by a very friendly and professional staff. Looking forward to sitting at the bar again but until then the takeout will suffice.I should have written this years ago but hopefully it’ll have some positive impact in these times.

Review №24

2021-03-21 06:03:31

I was a big fan before COVID hit but have still enjoyed takeout in the past year because their food is so spectacular and I want them to thrive! Something that has been offered in ordering over the phone is their soup of the day. I hadnt ever noticed that they had soup. Im telling you, I was sold after trying their cauliflower soup! Ive tried several others, and each one is absolutely delicious. They do these unusual combinations that are absolutely mouthwatering, truly the best soup Ive had in my life. Kudos to the planning and care that goes into making MRK such a gem!

Review №25

2022-02-14 22:18:43

If you love gastropub food, with some twists, (Like the pork belly Bahn Mi) Best dinner in San Clemente hands down👌, best tap list in SC and the staff are fantastic! A must try for the tourists 🥇and a new favorite for the foodies.

Review №26

2020-10-20 07:22:20

Great burgers and good quality food. I really enjoyed the distance each table had for outdoor seating. My only gripe was that the service was lackluster and there are bugs for the table near the bathroom as the bugs want to stick to the warm wall on the outside. I understand it is outdoor, but it also shows the lack of thought put into the locations of all the outdoor seating. I will definitely be returning after COVID or do take out instead of dining in or eatting outside

Review №27

2021-12-04 06:34:18

Consistently excellent. Have not had anything that wasnt delicious. My favorite might be the bone marrow (not always on the menu). the Bahn Mi, Thai Salad are family favorites, so good!

Review №28

2022-07-29 19:32:05

5 stars isnt enough. Great food and pleasant staff. I think it is often quite busy bc of popularity, but we were seated and served expediently.

Review №29

2020-03-16 00:47:34

A smaller place with great food. Ive had the burger and fries chicken sandwich which were both excellent and worth the price. They play modern pop/hip-hop music inside but at a reasonable volume so it isnt distracting. Beer selection is moderate but with good local options.

Review №30

2021-05-15 03:21:39

As usual... exceeded expectations and was delicious! 😋Sat at the outdoor seating. Loved our meal and beer and friends!Brussel sprouts. Fries. The Thai salad with tofu (their tofu is amazing!) And the bishop salad with tofu.It was all amazing. And well paired with Docent Canteen beer 🍺Thank goodness for our MRK!

Review №31

2021-03-12 00:10:38

Killer food. Probably the best wings Ive ever had. Fried garlic sprinkled on tip of the wings is just too good. Server didnt get his name, had really good recommendations. Totally worth a 35min drive north of me to go here.

Review №32

2020-09-24 05:08:22

Loved the short rib sandwich, the taste I had of my wife’s burger, and the lemon ricotta beignets. Short rib was incredibly tender and moist. Onion crisps helped make sure it didn’t feel soggy. Flavor combinations were unlike anything I’ve had before. Just the right amount of peppers and horseradish crema so it didn’t dominate the sandwich. Side salad had pickled red onions that added just the right zest. Clearly a chef in house who knows what he/she is doing. 30-40 min drive for us, but definitely planning to come again. Well worth it. (Doesn’t hurt to swing by San Clemente beach for sunset stroll while we’re there)

Review №33

2020-10-02 02:51:06

Why did we wait so long to go? We live right up the road and I desperately wished we would’ve tried this earlier. I now crave it. I highly suggest the fried chicken sandwich, my husband who loves a good burger, did say it was one of the best burgers of his life *WOAH* Always good beer picks, and great service. Happy to have it down the road!

Review №34

2018-12-28 02:55:01

So good! We ordered 6 items and all were great. The Dal bowl, Thai salad with Poke add, French Fries, and Beignets for desert, delicious. Super friendly local staff. We will be back for sure, soon.

Review №35

2020-02-16 04:26:09

The food was really good - had the short rib sandwich and it was delicious. Was not expecting the size of the place to be so small. But the service was great and our party of 8 managed to squeeze into 1 table. The menu is not extensive but good eats!

Review №36

2023-02-22 14:47:27

Ordered the chicken sandwich and it was disgusting. Soggy bun and too much ranch and aioli..u cant taste the chicken its a soggy mess. And so overpriced for that quality Yuck!

Review №37

2017-05-06 07:19:55

Had the poke tuna 👍 the short rib sandwich 👌 and the chicken wings...ehh..a bit too sweet prefer the buffalo variety. Nice ginger beer from Scotland and sangria was nice too. Nice selection of craft beer, good wine list and attentive staff with unusual and well presented comfort food fusion at affordable prices make this unassuming dinner a local gem. 1 star off for the screaming kids in the booths on either side. Not the eateries fault but did dampen the experience. Not the best place to take the kiddies as this is labeled as a gastro pub but I felt sympathy for the single dad with 3 toddlers. I did my time. lol

Review №38

2019-08-29 05:43:22

Dont let the modest ambiance fool you, the food is original and very good. MRK Public is like a gastro pub but a cut above. A great selection of wines and craft beers compliment the great food. We had the Brussels sprouts, homemade pastrami sandwich, steak frites, fried chicken sandwich, and desserts, all were very good! The patio was very nice but a bit noisy from the freeway traffic.

Review №39

2022-01-13 15:00:22

Ridiculously good food. The spicy chicken is so good. Our server, Elizabeth, was fantastic. Definitely will be back when visiting San Clemente.

Review №40

2015-05-31 21:19:49

This place is great! Its got a delightfully hipster brewpub feel with lots of local beers and delicious food. Perfect place for an afternoon date. The Tuscan Toast was a hit, as well as the Bone Marrow appetizer. 10/10 would eat again!

Review №41

2019-07-06 04:11:58

This place has i think the best wait staff of any restaurant of maybe even every restaurant ive ever been to! They are sooooooo nice and just make you smile when they serve your food! The food has always been good, 😍😍😍😍😍 the thai salad with tofu, but there are many things that are creative and delicious on the menu.

Review №42

2021-03-14 01:52:30

Food here is amazing. Had some soup of the day, tuscan toast and pork belly banh mi. Everything tasted very good and plates came out pretty fast. Excellent service too.

Review №43

2018-01-07 03:45:56

Outstanding! Everything was delicious! We had the Brussels sprouts, wings, braised short ribs and beignets and I would highly recommend them all. Great service and casual atmosphere.

Review №44

2017-04-22 17:55:27

A gastro style pub that is done so well it will compel you to leave the strip (Del Mar) and travel down Camino Real to the Five in order to enjoy a burger done right on so many levels.There is a fine collection of local beers and wines waiting for you. The staff is attentive and professional. The menu has a good number of notable items, but the burgers, to die for.

Review №45

2016-12-15 16:40:50

Fantastic food and atmosphere. Owned by San Clemente Highschool grads which whom I graduated with. Im proud to see this place doing well. The food is top-notch with choice beer on tap. Keep it up guys!

Review №46

2021-09-29 13:05:15

We love the food here. If you are starving you may want to have a snack first as food is made to order amd if they are busy takes an extra long time. Love the burgers and the chicken sandwich.

Review №47

2019-07-04 02:44:35

I go here way too often! Everything is perfect. Limited menu, quality ingredients, beautifully prepared.The people are so thoughtful, great service. Beer list is always being updated and always something interesting to try.

Review №48

2015-10-14 22:47:36

Poke tuna was delicious, Thai beef salad was succulent and amazing. Cold brewed coffee is very refreshing, diverse beer menu, great afternoon treat after hanging out at the beach.

Review №49

2021-06-09 22:21:26

We love to go here with our friends from out of town. Good vegan options. Limited menu but always fresh. Service is good and quick.

Review №50

2018-08-18 04:41:26

Delicious!! Fries are crispy and golden. Thai salad with marinated beef was outstanding! Burger was juicy and delicius.Definitely going here again.

Review №51

2023-05-25 05:19:09

Very good food!!! Ill definitely go again!!

Review №52

2016-05-06 18:00:56

Great food and service with a nice selection of beers and wine. Try the ginger beer its one of my favorites. Positive place for family and friends to catch up. The chefs take pride in there work.

Review №53

2018-08-20 03:47:50

This place is so good that I almost don’t want to tell you about it, because I don’t want to have to wait 2 hours to get a table... but it’s so good that I had to tell you. Best chicken sandwich I’ve ever had, the beers were on point and carefully selected and the staff was rad. Also it’s less than a minute off the 5.

Review №54

2022-12-31 23:55:53

We get take out from here at least once a week. Short Rib sandwich and Fried Chicken sanwich!

Review №55

2020-03-01 18:13:18

The best spot in town Id say I drive from oceanside to eat there. The staff is some of the best Ive had and seen. Cooks make every dish with love and respect.Food taste incredible

Review №56

2017-12-11 01:02:22

I wasnt overly impressed, the atmosphere was very uptight to me. The food was good but it wasnt worth the price- for me. Also, the parking situation.. Sucks. It is beautifully decorated and set up for the customers comfort. The service was great.

Review №57

2015-08-24 17:59:56

A little bit on the expensive side. Good beer selection. The short rib sandwich was good. The fries were awesome. The beignets were fantastic.

Review №58

2016-09-16 03:02:41

Love this local Gem !! Great food, amazing desserts, I love how you can see the chefs working and say hello and that its owned by three local boys ... the short rib sandwich is to die for :)

Review №59

2017-10-27 02:53:47

Great beer selection and great food. I just had the best lentil dish of my life. I will definitely be coming back.

Review №60

2019-06-01 23:11:11

This place is so good, different menu items, but awesome!!! Good beers too!!! This is definitely one of the best restaurants in San Clemente!!! I highly recommend.

Review №61

2017-07-03 00:24:13

Outstanding food quality, brussel sprouts, fries, hamburgers and chicken sandwich. The beer selection is top of the line craft california beer.

Review №62

2023-06-06 06:34:44

The line cook, was second rate. It must have been a bad night.

Review №63

2018-05-07 00:37:24

Wow....on point! Mussels and Brussels were amazing. Chicken sando was off the charts! Great selection of beers! What a find right off the 5!

Review №64

2016-08-11 08:06:17

The Banh Mi sandwich was amazing. They made us some awesome cheese fries with the house ketchup. Love this place.

Review №65

2023-08-25 00:51:13

Fast clean and outstanding food.

Review №66

2020-11-09 22:50:48

Great food prepared deliciously. Great service all around great experience. I had Chili Verde soup Fantastic!!!

Review №67

2020-01-26 16:10:40

Small menu but everything on it is delicious. Get there early so you dont have to wait for a table.

Review №68

2018-04-15 20:28:34

Best burger and chicken sandwich we ever had. Totally recommend also the dessert. Good place

Review №69

2018-09-01 18:37:03

We ate the best wings of our life. the staff was great. We are a family from base country that we were in August and they treated us great 🏄🏼‍♂️

Review №70

2018-02-12 02:21:46

Huge fan. Friendly service, fried chicken wings were to die for, pork belly banh mi was very good and cheap. Would come back!

Review №71

2018-01-22 06:50:30

Cant beat this place. Very high end menu...craft food and beer but no snobby vibe whatsoever. This place is a gem in sc and super true to san clemente culture.

Review №72

2019-08-11 07:54:13

Best chicken sandwich of my life

Review №73

2023-09-20 03:57:49

Must go in San Clemente. Full stop.

Review №74

2020-05-07 22:41:34

We love the atmosphere and friendly staff at MRK Public! Everything on the menu taste amazing. Never disappoints!

Review №75

2017-10-10 06:25:24

The decor is beautiful, theres a lovely succulent wall when you enter through the front. Food was fresh and excelled.

Review №76

2018-04-11 18:01:57

Great food! Everything we had was delicious! I stole their recipe for Brussel sprouts!

Review №77

2017-10-23 01:55:54

Small yet really good beer selection. The slow roasted pork belly was great!

Review №78

2016-07-23 03:14:28

Great food and service....really enjoyed the mussles with coconut green curry and cilantro...beautiful and tasty....

Review №79

2016-07-28 17:35:11

The food is decent but way overpriced when you consider that fries are extra and there are no refills.

Review №80

2017-09-02 05:23:30

Everything is delicious, staff is really knowledgeable and the food is super fresh. Love this place!!

Review №81

2020-01-05 00:21:17

$16 for 7 small chicken wings? Seems expensive. They were packed with what seemed to be locals so they must be doing things right.

Review №82

2016-06-27 15:31:46

A great place to eat. Pretty close to Interstate 5 freeway. Nice food !!!

Review №83

2017-07-16 02:25:36

Great burger, great fried chicken sandwich, great salads, unique menu and great price point.

Review №84

2017-11-25 02:42:30

Definitely worth checking out as the Food is Exceptional!Enjoy Your Day

Review №85

2018-07-12 02:16:29

Always great food and rotating tap list that seems well thought out!

Review №86

2016-07-30 13:28:43

The food is so good! Perfect date night or a casual whats for dinner?

Review №87

2017-01-04 23:47:29

Great selection of local craft beer. Bistro atmosphere and menu.

Review №88

2017-07-24 03:28:37

The Bahn Mi Pork Belly is amazing. Thanks for the great service.

Review №89

2016-11-27 18:20:29

One of the best hamburgers in town. Great local restaurant.

Review №90

2020-09-14 04:02:54

Its been a while, but boy Ive missed the Thi lemongrass mussels.Fantastic!@

Review №91

2019-02-13 01:03:04

Good vibes, good food, good staff! And I love the lentils!

Review №92

2017-04-22 19:07:49

Tasty food and good drink list. A must if youre in San Clemente

Review №93

2018-08-17 04:58:05

Amazing quality beers, wine and food choices. Enjoy

Review №94

2020-09-19 04:33:09

Lots of good vegetarian options! Very good service 👍!

Review №95

2019-11-09 03:31:13

Great local find! I had the lentils - out of this world!

Review №96

2017-06-25 14:20:47

Excellent service, attentive and informative with great food. Well be back.

Review №97

2022-03-23 22:36:56

Everything on the menu is plentiful and flavorable!

Review №98

2019-07-13 04:31:02

Always friendly, perfect food, and diverse drink selection.

Review №99

2018-12-01 07:28:16

Best dinner place in san clemente. Delicious bah mi

Review №100

2016-12-23 23:29:21

There is nothing bad to eat at this place! Everything is fresh and delicious!

Review №101

2019-05-18 04:53:43

Great food and they have Heady topper!

Review №102

2020-10-16 18:38:23

Pretty great food in a laid back atmostphere.

Review №103

2021-12-31 02:15:37

A true dining adventure and pleasure, amazing.

Review №104

2017-10-05 02:22:15

Amazing. Amazing customer service amazing food. Tobin is the best 👍

Review №105

2022-07-02 16:24:10

Great place, good food, great service

Review №106

2017-06-01 03:51:34

Amazing food & great beer. Enough said!

Review №107

2019-05-08 21:08:29

Really good food and beer selection.

Review №108

2020-07-24 00:33:57

Great carefully crafted food, definitely above your everyday

Review №109

2020-12-02 23:32:50

Start with Wings and Brussels, then on to the Fried Chicken Sandwich 🤘🤘

Review №110

2020-02-21 00:30:34

Amazing food, the chicken sandwich is delicious.

Review №111

2017-06-25 05:38:00

Great food & service in a casual setting!

Review №112

2016-05-15 03:03:16

Reasonable prices and great unique food.

Review №113

2021-02-10 22:21:57

Great beer. Dont miss the muscles!!!

Review №114

2022-02-26 00:43:26

Uniformly excellent takeout experience.

Review №115

2021-04-05 02:04:10

These guys do great, unpretentious food.

Review №116

2017-08-28 07:43:31

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Very patient when asked questions and suggestions.

Review №117

2016-10-01 06:57:31

Amazing pork belly sandwich... and banana bread

Review №118

2016-07-30 22:24:07

The chicken sandwich is the best Ive had.

Review №119

2020-12-01 21:48:23

Burger was excellent, great food

Review №120

2017-11-05 02:17:25

The food was excellent as was the service!

Review №121

2020-10-23 01:55:09

Great everything. Service was even better!

Review №122

2022-10-14 22:54:48

Best restaurant of OC!!!

Review №123

2018-04-22 13:17:46

Great atmosphere, food, and staff.

Review №124

2017-06-09 02:09:44

Pork belly banh mi...enough said. Get it with siracha.

Review №125

2021-09-07 04:51:37

The bahn mi was delicious!

Review №126

2020-03-18 03:26:01

Great food and beer selection

Review №127

2016-12-29 21:59:44

Thr shortrib sandwich was amazing

Review №128

2016-06-05 20:16:25

Great gastropub with a Vietnamese influence.

Review №129

2017-04-01 13:33:26

Different and unique food very tasty

Review №130

2019-08-24 01:54:06

Excellent food and craft beer

Review №131

2021-07-25 04:13:11

Great food and service!

Review №132

2017-06-23 04:31:16

Amazing chicken burger!

Review №133

2020-02-01 04:21:49

Good food

Review №134

2017-06-03 02:36:28

MRK, thats gonna be a yes for me dog.

Review №135

2018-01-08 06:00:26

Very Nice

Review №136

2017-09-18 18:39:55

Great food and great people

Review №137

2018-11-20 05:04:54

Fantastic neighborhood favorite.

Review №138

2016-09-19 22:56:28

Great selection of beers

Review №139

2019-09-25 16:29:56

This place is to good to share...

Review №140

2017-10-08 04:59:44

Awsome

Review №141

2020-08-28 02:29:48

Cool local joint

Review №142

2018-05-14 00:40:59

Really yummy food

Review №143

2016-11-14 04:09:49

Awesome food !!!

Review №144

2019-12-08 06:35:51

Good chicken 🍗

Review №145

2018-03-09 04:15:12

Excellent meal!!!

Review №146

2021-04-06 16:42:29

Felt boring

Review №147

2018-07-23 01:44:21

Love this place.

Review №148

2020-08-11 13:35:56

Good atmosphere

Review №149

2017-04-15 04:02:24

Wooooooow