Nice people made us very welcome on 2 visits, 1st just for cocktails. Very pleasant and informal surroundings and really great food. It is very clear that Hapa J's is a great addition to the San Clemente scene. more

down to earth friendly unique and delicious restaurant. family friendly as well! food is authentic hawaiian with an asian flair and extremely fresh! excellent and interesting drink menu - love the white ginger martini and the virgin mary isn't too bad either!!! a must experience! more

The food was excellent. Very nicely done butter fish. Just the right sized serving. Excellent wine selection. Menu could be expanded if quality can be maintained. What I was most impressed by was the server - Rich. He really knew the menu, particularly the day's special. You could feel his enthusiasm about the special. His recommendation of the wine was... more

Great pork sliders, Thai beef salad, beer selection, even a jukebox. The menu is unique and enticing. Flavors are strong and complementary to the dish. If you see something that might look good, that's because it is. We've never had a bad meal here, and been going since it opened a few months ago. Atmosphere is beach casual/nicer casual. Hapa... more

We have been to Hapa J's 4 or 5 times. Each time, food was excellent, service friendly. The owner is there and often brings out the food and is very gracious. Our favorite is the plate lunch. The pulled pork and cabbage is excellent, all of the chicken is great too. I think our favorite pupu is the pork quesadilla.... more

I have worked in the hospitality business for 18 years now and can say that I have finally found a place in San Clemente that is truly unique. The combination of food, atmosphere and service really sets Hapa J's apart from the rest. The food is really, really good and there is a broad enough price range to accomodate all... more

For sumptious food, exotic cocktails and excellent service Hapa J's in San Clemente can't be beat. The menu, comprised of many unusual and delicious items, is one of the best in Orange County. We have eaten at Hapa J's many times and have yet to be disappointed by the food, the cocktails or the service. This wonderful restaurant is top... more

Having just arrived from the East Coast a few hours earlier, our stomachs were still on East Coast time so we arrived at Hapa J's before the kitchen was ready to prepare meals. No problem - we had drinks and munched on the fresh soybeans on the table and watched the very entertaining circa 1960s surfing videos on the flatscreen... more

This place is a mainland treat for anyone who truely knows Hawaiian cuisine. I had lunch and the staff was very friendly, This place had one of the best Loco Mocos I have ever had both, on the mainland and the islands. After my plate lunch, I relaxed in the lounge had an ince cold Primo Lager and watched surf... more