A unique Location
First Restaurant
Welcome to Don Juan Kitchen and Bar, the cherished creation of visionary owner Marcelo Rey, nestled in the heart of the historic San Juan Capistrano area. Marcelo’s lifelong dream has materialized into a vibrant haven where the tantalizing aroma of authentic Mexican cuisine dances through the air. Step into a world where lively music and a jovial atmosphere set the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Immerse yourself in the elegance of our carefully crafted food and drink menus, featuring exquisite dishes and tantalizing libations. Marcelo’s unwavering dedication has brought to life a restaurant that embodies his passion and unwavering commitment to culinary excellence. Join us at Don Juan Kitchen and Bar, where dreams become reality, and every moment is a celebration of the extraordinary.
Capistrano Depot
We are located across the street from the Capistrano Depot.
One of the more outstanding features of beautiful San Juan Capistrano is the train depot.
t was completed October 8, 1894 and was written that: “Old San Juan will soon blossom with the finest depot on the Santa Fe system.
The History of Mission San Juan Capistrano
Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic landmark and museum, is the Birthplace of Orange County. It was founded more than two hundred years ago as the 7th of 21 missions statewide and features a chapel still standing where Saint Serra once celebrated Mass. Today, it is a monument to California’s multi-cultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage.
Exquisite Menu
Indulge in a gastronomic adventure like no other at Don Juan Kitchen and Bar. Prepare to be captivated by the exquisite flavors of our Mexican cuisine, meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds. From the first bite to the last, our dishes showcase the artistry and passion that define our culinary creations.
Vanilla Crème Brûlée
12Flan
Cinnamon whipped cream, cajeta drizzle12Churro and Ice Cream
Cinnamon sugar bites, Bailey’s caramelo drizzle, ajonjolí bites, vanilla ice cream12
Taco Salad
Tortilla bowl con romaine y iceberg lettuce, Mexican rice, refried black beans, queso fresco, sour cream, pico de gallo y champagne vinaigrette15Capistrano Bowl
Mexican rice, black beans, iceberg, roasted corn queso fresco, roasted pepitas, radish, pico de gallo, avocado cilantro sauce15Los Rios Bowl
Quinoa, refried black beans, Mexican rice, iceberg, cheddar, queso asadero, roasted cauliflower, peppers sweet potatoes y guac. Jalapeno olive oil y pineapple white balsamic vinaigrette15Santa Monica Farmers Market Greens
Baby mix greens, Almonds, blue cheese, raspberries, blue berries, strawberries, balsamic vinaigrette16Ensenada Chopped Salad
ceberg, spring mix, red cabbage, almonds, tomatoes, bacon, eggs, blue cheese, Valle de Guadalupe red wine vinaigrette16Camarones Plato
With arroz blanco and beans26Half Chicken con Mole
Arroz blanco, frijoles negro, with corn tortillas29Carnitas Chile Verde
Pico de gallo, lime crema, corn tortillas, rice, beans25Enchiladas de La Casa
Choice of red, green, or mole sauce con shredded chicken, queso, cheddar, crema20Farmers Market Vegan Enchiladas
Tomatillo sauce, chefs vegetable blend, cauliflower, zucchini, squash, pickled red onions, pico de gallo18Seafood Enchiladas
Jack cheese, salsa verde, lime crema, avocado drizzle29Chile Relleno
Shrimp, salmon, jack cheese, ranchero sauce, rice, lime crema, avocado mousse29Pollo Milanesa
Mexican slaw, salsa roja, Spanish rice26Arroz Picante con Marisco
Garlic herb, shrimp, salmon, basa sole, pickled onions, Sriracha aioli26Don Juan Fajitas
Choice of: steak, chicken, seafood Mixed bell peppers, grilled onions, guacamole, cream, cotija cheese. Homemade corn tortillas, rice, and beans29Asada Skirt Steak
Grilled onions, grilled jalapeño, rice, beans, homemade corn tortillas29Cajun Alaskan Salmon à la Mexicana
Onions, tomato, jalapeño, mixed bell peppers, squash, zucchini, Mexican white rice29Molcajete de Don Juan (Shared Plate)
Queso fresco, queso Oaxaca, ranchero sauce, nopal, cebolla, mix bell peppers, salsa mexicana Proteins: carne asada, pollo, chorizo, camarón, fish54Don Juan’s Burrito
Choice of protein: asada, carnitas, chicken, tinga, shrimp Mexican rice, refried black beans, cheddar, queso asadero, iceberg, pico de gallo con red y green sauce18A La Carte
Asada, carnitas, chicken, tinga, pork belly, veggie. shrimp, calamari, fish6Pescado
Beer-battered Mahi Mahi, cilantro lime saucequeso fresco17El Calamar
Crisp fried calamari con guac, pico de gallo, Baja sauce17Vegan Gourmet Tacos
Homemade spinach, cactus tortillas, Chef vegetable blend, zucchini, squash, cauliflower, pickled red onions, red cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado blend15Tijuana Street Tacos
Lime, onions, cilantro Choice of : asada, chicken, Carnitas, chicken, Tinga, pork belly, veggie14Cauliflower Tacos
Asian slaw, pineapple relish, avocado mousse, beer batter14Surf n Turf Tacos
Surf n Turf Tacos Steak, Cajun shrimp, baked jack cheese, rice vinaigrette slaw lime Crema20Cajun Shrimp Tacos
Baked jack cheese, rice vinaigrette slaw, lime Crema (Grilled or beer batter)18Short Rib Chile Rojo
Pickled red onion, avocado mousse18Pork Belly Tacos
Asian pickled red cabbage, pineapple relish, lime Crema18
Don Juan Nachos
Option protein: carnitas, asada, chicken Jack and cheddar cheese, black beans, pico de gallo, crema, queso fresco, guacamole18Mexican Street Corn
Queso fresco, mayo, crema, Tajin (on the cobb or off cobb)12Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapeños
Chipotle aioli16Tinga Chicken Flautas
Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, Guacamole, avocado mousse, lime, crema, pico de gallo, queso fresco18Queso Fundido
Mexican chorizo, three cheese blend, Guadalajara tostadas16Cauliflower Borracha
Beer battered, tri-color cauliflower, chipotle aioli15Vegan Tacos de Lechuga
Iceberg lettuce, rice, vinaigrette, slaw, roasted, cauliflower, almonds, avocado mousse15Chicken Tinga Tostadas
Guacamole, lime crema, queso, fresco, shredded lettuce15Crispy Pork Belly Poppers
Guacamole, queso, fresco, homemade tortillas16Chicken Taquitos
Sour cream, guacamole, queso, chipotle aïoli, fresco, pico de gallo16Baja Ensenada Ceviche
Baja shrimp, basa sole, pico de gallo, avocado mousse, chipotle aïoli, Guadalajara tostadas17Empanada Trio
Beef, chicken Tinga, cheese and onion Empanandas by the dozen (to go only) - $3615Taste Collective Sampler Platter
Flautas, quesadilla, empanada, taquitos, ceviche, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo (serves 4)28
Draft Beer
8Tamarindo Margarita
Don Julio reposado, fresh Tamarindo puree, lime juice, agave, Tajin rim16Chard Spicy Pineapple Margarita
Casamigos tequila, jalapeño, fresh chard pineapple, lime juice, agave, Tajin rim17Coconut Margarita
Don Julio silver, lime juice, coconut puree, agave15Raspberry Anejo Margarita
Casazul Extra Anejo, Chambord, housemade sweet & sour, fresh raspberries, shaken, with a salted rim17El Mezcal margarita
El Silencio mezcal, cucumber, jalepeno, lime juice, agave, salted rim15Watermelon basil Margarita
Nosotros blanco, basil, fresh watermelon, lime juice, agave, triple sec, with a tajin rim17Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita
Corralejo reposado, triple sec, sweet & sour, muddled cucumber and jalapeño16Peach Margarita
Casamigos Silver, peach schnapps, peach puree16Cadillac Margarita
Patron Silver, Fresh Lime, lemon, agave, with a Grand Marnier float17Blood Orange Margarita
Nosotros Silver, Solerno, blood orange, citrus14Don Juan’s Margarita
Corralejo reposado, Cointreau, housemade limeade14
Taco Salad
Tortilla bowl con romaine y iceberg lettuce, Mexican rice, refried black beans, queso fresco, sour cream, pico de gallo y champagne vinaigrette15Capistrano Bowl
Mexican rice, black beans, iceberg, roasted corn queso fresco, roasted pepitas, radish, pico de gallo, avocado cilantro sauce15Los Rios Bowl
Quinoa, refried black beans, Mexican rice, iceberg, cheddar, queso asadero, roasted cauliflower, peppers sweet potatoes y guac. Jalapeno olive oil y pineapple white balsamic vinaigrette15Santa Monica Farmers Market Greens
Baby mix greens, Almonds, blue cheese, raspberries, blue berries, strawberries, balsamic vinaigrette16Ensenada Chopped Salad
ceberg, spring mix, red cabbage, almonds, tomatoes, bacon, eggs, blue cheese, Valle de Guadalupe red wine vinaigrette16Camarones Plato
With arroz blanco and beans26Half Chicken con Mole
Arroz blanco, frijoles negro, with corn tortillas29Carnitas Chile Verde
Pico de gallo, lime crema, corn tortillas, rice, beans25Enchiladas de La Casa
Choice of red, green, or mole sauce con shredded chicken, queso, cheddar, crema20Farmers Market Vegan Enchiladas
Tomatillo sauce, chefs vegetable blend, cauliflower, zucchini, squash, pickled red onions, pico de gallo18Seafood Enchiladas
Jack cheese, salsa verde, lime crema, avocado drizzle29Chile Relleno
Shrimp, salmon, jack cheese, ranchero sauce, rice, lime crema, avocado mousse29Pollo Milanesa
Mexican slaw, salsa roja, Spanish rice26Arroz Picante con Marisco
Garlic herb, shrimp, salmon, basa sole, pickled onions, Sriracha aioli26Don Juan Fajitas
Choice of: steak, chicken, seafood Mixed bell peppers, grilled onions, guacamole, cream, cotija cheese. Homemade corn tortillas, rice, and beans29Asada Skirt Steak
Grilled onions, grilled jalapeño, rice, beans, homemade corn tortillas29Cajun Alaskan Salmon à la Mexicana
Onions, tomato, jalapeño, mixed bell peppers, squash, zucchini, Mexican white rice29Molcajete de Don Juan (Shared Plate)
Queso fresco, queso Oaxaca, ranchero sauce, nopal, cebolla, mix bell peppers, salsa mexicana Proteins: carne asada, pollo, chorizo, camarón, fish54Don Juan’s Burrito
Choice of protein: asada, carnitas, chicken, tinga, shrimp Mexican rice, refried black beans, cheddar, queso asadero, iceberg, pico de gallo con red y green sauce18A La Carte
Asada, carnitas, chicken, tinga, pork belly, veggie. shrimp, calamari, fish6Pescado
Beer-battered Mahi Mahi, cilantro lime saucequeso fresco17El Calamar
Crisp fried calamari con guac, pico de gallo, Baja sauce17Vegan Gourmet Tacos
Homemade spinach, cactus tortillas, Chef vegetable blend, zucchini, squash, cauliflower, pickled red onions, red cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado blend15Tijuana Street Tacos
Lime, onions, cilantro Choice of : asada, chicken, Carnitas, chicken, Tinga, pork belly, veggie14Cauliflower Tacos
Asian slaw, pineapple relish, avocado mousse, beer batter14Surf n Turf Tacos
Surf n Turf Tacos Steak, Cajun shrimp, baked jack cheese, rice vinaigrette slaw lime Crema20Cajun Shrimp Tacos
Baked jack cheese, rice vinaigrette slaw, lime Crema (Grilled or beer batter)18Short Rib Chile Rojo
Pickled red onion, avocado mousse18Pork Belly Tacos
Asian pickled red cabbage, pineapple relish, lime Crema18
Tridente Entresueloa Tempranillo
9/32Caymus Cabernet
145Justin Cabernet
18/60Austin Hope Cabernet
22/85Alexander Valley Cabernet
15/56Catena Malbec
14/41La Crema Pinot Noir
11/39Alexander Valley Cabernet
15/56Catena Malbec
14/41House Pinot Noir
8/29House Cabernet
8/29Moet Chandon Split
20La Marca Prosecco Split
10Michele Chiralo Moscato Split
11Attems Pinot Grigio
9/32Mohua Sauvignon Blanc
9/32Diatom Unoaked Chardonnay
15/56Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay
14/47La Crema Chardonnay
12/40White Wines
8/29
007 Martini
Grey Goose Vodka, Bombay Gin, White Lillet, with a lemon twist15Perfect Pear Martini
Grey Goose pear vodka, St Germaine, and apple juice17Oaxaca Mule
Silencio mezcal, ginger beer, mint, lime juice, soda water15La Nina Fresca
Kettle One Citron, strawberry, cucumber, agave, mint, soda water15Blackberry Mojito
Bacardi Rum, lime juice, mint, agave, blackberry, soda water16El Fuego Mezcal Old Fashioned
Don Julio reposado, grapefruit, lime juice, agave, splash soda water. Garnish with grapefruit twist14La Poloma
Don Julio reposado, grapefruit, lime juice, agave, splash soda water. Garnish with grapefruit twist14Juan’s Mandala Old Fashion
Mandala reposado, bitters, agave, Luxardo cherry, orange peel28
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Prepare your senses for an adventure as our culinary artisans unleash a symphony of flavors on your palate. From the first bite to the last, our exceptional food offerings take center stage, showcasing the artistry and passion behind each dish. Indulge in meticulously crafted creations, where innovation meets tradition, and every bite is a revelation.
At Don Juan Mexican Kitchen & Bar, every moment is infused with excitement and joy. Join us for an extraordinary dining experience where great food, exceptional drinks, lively music, and the company of kindred spirits come together to create an atmosphere that is truly one-of-a-kind. Let the pulsating energy embrace you as you embark on a journey that will ignite your senses and leave you craving for more.
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Don Juan Kitchen and Bar in San Juan Capistrano, CA, and let me tell you, it was an extraordinary experience! This fresh new restaurant has quickly become a favorite spot in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, and I can see why.
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