Hidden House Coffee
Order the cortado and an almond croissant, claim the corner seat facing Los Rios Street. Hidden House doesn't advertise. Locals know it sits above the historic shops in San Juan Capistrano. You found it. That's the whole point.
Cortado and an almond croissant. Skip the pastry case except for the croissants. The coffee is why you're here.
- Address
- 31791 Los Rios St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, USA
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