As a local of San Clemente I was so excited that Dukes was coming back. I unfortunately missed the reopening as i was on travel but called Tommy and said how happy I was for his success. This is a great place to just chill out and have good times. I know they are getting back to normal and it... more

Like everyone else in town, we felt the Reno Room was a real disappointment. Why take a successful concept and try to change it. We went back to Duke's for their "grand reopening" and alhough the pours were better, the glasses are still smaller. Went back today for lunch and had appetizers - not back to old standards yet -... more

Extremely glad to hear Dukes is coming back, now we will have those great ribs again! Their burgers, fish tacos, and the rest of the menu has something for everyone. more

I heard Reno room was givin' up the ghost & going back to it's roots Duke's of San Clemente...can't say I am sorry. Duke's was a great place to hang out with friends and enjoy a few brews. I am looking forward to the ole place. It was a great place to meet the locals, especially the true surfing crowd,... more

We're locals and took a friend in for burgers and drinks. Got bad service and a cold, overcooked, overpriced, burger and a couple of weak drinks. Haven't been back. There's too many great places in town or at the harbor to bother returning to Duke's. Want a great Burger, Try Turk's at the Dana Point Harbor or FatBurger's in San... more

It's a bar with food. Enough said. more

Great food, great bar, friendly, pool tables. Try the Calimari! more

Great local place to hang out, eat and play pool. Great bar food, cozy booths and fine for kids, too. more

I found Dukes in San Clemente purely by chance - (couldn't find the eatery I was looking for) - but I have to tell you - this isn't just another burger joint! - The service was exceptional, the beer COLD, the food wonderful - the crowd was a mix of locals, families, and tourists - all seemed comfortable - I... more