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El Adobe de Capistrano

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Mexican Steakhouse
Phone: (949) 493-1163 
31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
 
Overall Rating
4.9 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
4.9/5.0
Responsiveness:
4.8/5.0
Professionalism:
4.9/5.0
Value for Cost:
4.9/5.0
Flexibility:
4.8/5.0
 
27 Total Reviews
 
Michelle
Wedding: 10/1/11
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
Stacey and the team at El Adobe were spectacular! I cannot say enough positive things about our experience with El Adobe. Stacey made the entire planning process so enjoyable and accommodated our many requests. She was extremely organized, flexible and helpful in every way possible. She worked hard along side our vendors to create our dream wedding. She and her staff were very attentive and went above and beyond to make sure everyone at the wedding was well taken care of. Our guests cannot stop raving about the beautiful setting, amazing staff and delicious food. Many of them have already gone back for dinner since they had such a great experience at our wedding. We cannot thank Stacey, Luis and the rest of the amazing El Adobe team enough for such an incredible night! They truly are the best!
Andrea
Wedding: 6/18/11
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
We had our reception at El Adobe and could not be happier with the way our wedding turned out. Everyone who attended raved about how much fun they had and it was just perfect. Stacey is very responsive and very professional. The food and service were great. We didn't have any major hiccups and the night went just as planned. I highly recommend this venue to anyone planning a wedding.
Athalia
Wedding: 2/5/11
4.8 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
4.5/5.0
Professionalism:
4.5/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
We would highly recommend El Adobe to anyone who is looking for a great reception venue. The staff is very professional and easy to work with, and the venue is beautiful. The food is delicious and abundant, and all our guests (as well as us, the bride and groom) LOVED this venue.
Meredith and John
Wedding: 1/29/11
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
We worked with Stacey at El Adobe to plan our wedding. She was very easy-going and flexible with us from the beginning. Stacey made us feel very confident that we would be pleased with our big night and we really were. We had a wonderful wedding there. I loved our ceremony with twinkle lights and candles outside in the garden. It was very beautiful, with the stained glass all lit up. The food was amazing, we opted to go with mexican food, the most expensive buffet package and open bar. Our guests had a great time and we got lots of compliments on the experience, food and how intimate the wedding was. I wouldn't change a thing about our Wedding and Reception at the El Adobe. Thanks again to Stacey!
CM
Wedding: 1/1/11
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
We could not have chosen a better place to have our Wedding Reception! The food was definitely a hit (we got the deluxe fajitas option with choice of tamale....delicious!! and it was served with two salads of your choice plus guacomole/salsa/chips/sour cream bar...and our cocktail hour food was phenomenal as well....mexican cheese sticks with crunched up red and green mexican tortilla chips around them!!, chichen empanadas and authentic taquitos!!, and one of the last two was served with the best mole sauce we have ever tried!!!)! Thankfully it wasn't raining, and during our dance together, we were able to have the ceiling slide open .... dancing under the stars.....some guests didn't know about it so it was cool that it brought them excitement! We also made a video and used El Adobe's LCD Projector )which rolls back up when you are done using it for the evening). Dancing also worked out more than perfect...I think we approximately had 130 people show up and there was plenty of room to dance and our band had more than plenty of room to work with for setting up their equipment too!! Our day would not have been more perfect if it wasn't for the help and service of El Adobe! El Adobe thank you so much for all you did to make our day so perfect and special!!
TeamJk and Joey
Wedding: 11/12/10
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
We knew this was our site when we walked in together! El Adobe is elegent, but not pricey. Beautiful and rustic and everything I had dreamed of in a wedding location!
Nichole
Wedding: 8/28/10
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
I feel in love with this place as soon as I walked in. Everything about it is just wonderful, the food tastes great. They are very nice and welcoming, Stacey is awesome and works around your budget as much as she can. The area it's self is also great. The only one thing - I would have to say (if you need to know the cons) is the location and drive. You tend to hit traffic going this way but who cares :)
Heather Lausch
Wedding: 7/11/10
4.9 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
4.5/5.0
This place and Stacey were great! We were definitely on a budget, but wanted to do a few untraditional things and the wedding and reception, and Stacey definitely made it work. All my family and friends had a great time, as did we! The best parts were1) the food!!! SOOO good and we had the ice cream dessert ... fresh fruit and tons of toppings!!2) the ceiling opening during the first dance, all our guests thought that was the coolest thing3) Stacey was so prompt at answering all my emails and questions. She totally helped me to be at ease and I knew I could trust her to run things during the day!It's a great place for the price!
Gabriela
Wedding: 7/9/10
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
I am really glad I chose this venue for both ceremony and reception because everything turned out just perfect. The team at El Adobe are very easy to work with and they are willing to accommodate your every need. Also, great food and service!
calimonti
Wedding: 6/26/10
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
Love Love Love El Adobe!! My husband and I had the time of our lives at our wedding! El adobe was absolutley perfect!! Stacey is the coordinator and she is really great. She takes care of everything. All our guests loved the atmosphere and told us how beautiful our wedding was. The rustic ambiance and spanish vibe is so unique. We really could not have asked for anything more... it was just perfect!!
Lisa Harker
Wedding: 6/26/10
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
The event could not of been more perfect. The food was outstanding as was the service. I could not of picked a better place for my wedding day. Any questions or concerns I had were handled right away. I would recommend the El Adobe to anyone who wishes to get married or have a special event. I plan to have my five year anniversary party there as well.
lauren
Wedding: 5/30/10
4.7 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
4.5/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
4.5/5.0
Flexibility:
4.5/5.0
Enjoy the complimentary tasting:)
Katie
Wedding: 5/22/10
4.8 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
4.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
This venue is flexible, so be willing to experiment with ideas to make it your own!
caliallstr
Wedding: 9/6/09
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
We had such an amazing time at El Adobe. We knew that was our perfect venue as soon as we walked in! It is gorgeous! The ceiling opened up during our first dance, the place was set up beautifully and the staff was awesome! I highly recommend El Adobe for ANY event! The events coordinator, Stacey Strausbaugh, was so helpful & made our day stress free! It was perfect!
mattwickam
Wedding: 2/21/09
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
Fantastic
Leslie
Wedding: 1/23/09
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
A very nice place. Stacey the event coordinator was excelent.
Meghan
Wedding: 1/3/09
4.1 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
4.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
4.0/5.0
Professionalism:
3.5/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
4.0/5.0
I loved the venue and the wedding planner they have on staff, Stacey, was very helpful.
fell4rmhvn
Wedding: 8/8/08
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
Aside from the beauty and historical greatness of El Adobe, the place is just magical. The food was excellent (we chose Dos Corazones) and the drinks were perfection (pink Mojitos are terrific)! The event manager (Stacy) will help you with anything you need- she is professional, punctual, and knows her stuff. She is very flexible with everything which made planning my event at el Adobe so much easier. The staff is attentive, the value can't be beat, and I am still getting calls and cards telling me what an amazing time my guests had at my wedding. Furthermore, I have this beautiful memory of walking out on the dance floor with my new husband: our song playing in the background, we were just introduced, and we began our dance, then the ceiling slides open revealing the evening sky, everyone was awed, and it was just so special and romantic. I would whole heartedly recommend this site for anyone's party, but especially for a wedding. My husband and I will celebrate every anniversary there (since it is a historical landmark it will always be there) and we truly appreciated the hard work of the entire staff. Thank you.
Beth
Wedding: 8/2/08
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
The wedding was everything we hoped for plus more. El Adobe is a wonderful venue for having a wedding. The patio setting was great for cocktail hour and the banquet room was a perfect setting for the great party we envisioned. For south Orange County California, the overall cost was an excellent value. Stacey was extremely helpful as the banquet coordinator and day of wedding planner.
DBrown303
Wedding: 7/19/08
5.0 out of 5.0
Quality of Service:
5.0/5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0/5.0
Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
Value for Cost:
5.0/5.0
Flexibility:
5.0/5.0
My parents had their reception here almost 30 years ago and we had ours last month. It was positively magical when the roof opened up during our first dance! Stacy and her staff were very attentive and the food -- salmon and steak -- was delish! Admittedly, we usually expect overcooked, just-alright food at events serving 125+ but the steak was perfectly cooked and divine! Kids loved their grilled cheese sandwiches and vegetarians were pleased to have cheese enchiladas rather than a plate full of vegetables for their special diet.Finally, it's important to note the ideal setup of the venue for a wedding reception. We toured several facilities when deciding on an ideal reception locale, and El Adobe had the perfect floorplan. No one had a bad seat and everyone was near the dance floor, had a great view of toasts, the cake cutting, the first dance, etc. Also, the outdoor area was ideal for cocktails and quieter visits while the party continued inside. I unequivocally recommend El Adobe as a reception venue for any Southern California wedding.
 
 
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