The highly anticipated River Street Marketplace has officially begun to take shape in the heart of historic San Juan Capistrano. Developed by ALMQUIST, this 60,000-square-foot outdoor retail and dining destination brings together a thoughtfully curated mix of first-to-market restaurants, lifestyle brands, and local favorites, quickly transforming the area into a must-visit spot in Orange County.
Several shops and eateries have already opened their doors, offering visitors an exciting blend of shopping, dining, and unique experiences:
Now Open:
- Free People
- Shop Common Thread
- Tecovas
- Fermentation Farm
- Finca
- Wildfire Mercantile
- La Vaquera
- Seager
- Pick Me Flowers
- May Martin
- Mendocino Farms
- Toes on the Nose
- Salt Optics
Coming Soon:
- CAPO Leisure House
- McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream
- The Market by The Meat Cellar
- Studio Pilates
- Hobie
- Rodeo River Street – featuring: NOM, Capas, Parana Empanadas, Shootz Hawaiian, The Sushi Stand, Kebab Craft, Hudson’s Cookies, Bred Hot Chicken, Kozan Teahouse, and Pastalia
- Rowan
- Ubuntu – The Greatest Neighborhood Café
Blending San Juan Capistrano’s rich heritage with a fresh mix of culinary and retail concepts, River Street Marketplace is quickly establishing itself as a go-to destination for residents and visitors. Whether you’re grabbing a scoop of McConnell’s Ice Cream, discovering the latest from Salt Optics, or exploring the vibrant offerings at Rodeo River Street, this dynamic new hub promises something for everyone.
Stay tuned as even more exciting openings roll out in the weeks ahead!
Restaurant Hours:
Sunday – Thursday
11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday & Saturday
11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Retail Hours
11:00 am – 8:00 pm daily
Holiday Hours **
Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) CLOSED**
Tuesday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, January 1 (New Year’s Day) CLOSED**
**Select restaurants and stores may be open.
31856 Paseo Adelanto in San Juan Capistrano. 949.506.1875.
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