BeachFire
San Clemente, CA 92672
Phone: (949) 366-3232
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- El Camino Real
- Best of Citysearch:
- Outdoor Dining 2006
- Hours:
- Daily 11:30am-3pm, 5pm-10pm, Bar: Daily 11:30am-12am
Editorial Review for BeachFire – by Anne Beasley Weber
The Scene
Torch lighting, mosaic-tile flooring, a gemstone-laden indoor fire pit and an expansive patio create a hip, laid-back, backyard-barbecue atmosphere. An eclectic art collection boasting more than 200 pieces keeps the eyes busy. Patrons feel like they've entered a private A-list beach party, which is only enhanced by the swanky, professional servers.
The Food
A fusion of California, Caribbean and Hawaiian cuisines delights the eye and tempts the taste buds. Start with the Bali rolls--avocado egg rolls flash-fried with Thai peanut sauce. Or request the Stoked Choke (not on the menu, but a house specialty)--steamed artichoke, marinated mushrooms and lemon-basil aioli. For dinner, try either the Hawaiian-style sticky ribs (the sauce is a family secret) or the jumbo shrimp tempura crusted in coconut served with apricot marmalade. For dessert, sample the Rasta, sweet plantains and macadamia nuts rolled into a wonton skin, topped with cinnamon and vanilla ice cream.
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Insider Tips
When to GoIf you have kids, bring them on Tuesday nights when they'll eat free with the purchase of an adult entree.
Save MoneyWeekday happy hour (5pm-7pm) boasts half-priced appetizers and drink specials.
User Reviews for BeachFire
11/03/2006 Posted by ilovetoeatout007
This place was once good but has now taken a dive. I don't know if it's because they focus on Ladera Ranch. But both locations are average and over-priced.
08/16/2006 Posted by kristenaleen
My experience at the Beachfire located in Ladera Ranch was not one I would wish to relive. I was excited at first, because the beachy, fun feel reminded me of vacations and Hawaii. However, I was dissapointed to find out that the food did not match my fond memories. I sent my artichoke back 2 times (To a disgruntled waitress...) because it was SO undercooked, but even then, they still didn't manage to get it right. My fish was so overwhelmed with pepper, it was hard to stomach; and I couldn't even taste the flavor of the fish! The only saving grace was the "s'more" desert, which was simple, sweet, and tastey. ...But even that couldn't get me to come back. It's highly overrated.
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