Best Lunch Restaurants in Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Hanna’s is always amazing! They always go above and beyond.

Overall this was a delightful experience in every way. Our server, Lyndsey, was wonderful, the food was very good, the drinks were exceptional, service excellent, nice ambiance. So glad we have another nice restaurant in RSM, we will be going often.

★★★★★ Tavern at the Mission — What a Wonderful Surprise! Joy and I hadn’t visited Tavern at the Mission in years, but we stopped in for a casual early dinner and were absolutely blown away! Dave Wilhelm has created something truly special right here in San Juan Capistrano. We started with some of the best calamari we’ve ever enjoyed, accompanied by their incredibly delicious signature sauce. And the French fries? Absolutely over the top! Thin-cut, perfectly crispy, and irresistible. Their happy hour, from 4–6 p.m. in the bar, is a fantastic value. We shared a wonderful $15 Caesar salad and added freshly grilled chicken breast. To our surprise, it arrived with TWO beautifully grilled, sliced chicken breasts! Fresh, delicious, and an incredible value. The service was outstanding, the atmosphere welcoming, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. Best of all, it’s practically in our backyard, and their lovely patio is perfect for bringing along our English Setter, Luca! Congratulations to Dave Wilhelm and his entire team. You’ve certainly won us over again! Joy and I will be returning often. Highly recommended! Jerry & Joy Dunton

We love Alza for a good Italian family meal. We love that we feel like they have healthy options and can accommodate everyone’s preferences. The service has always been great and we love that they have live music. A staple in our household for an Italian night out

Ismael is an amazing server and highly recommend him.