El Adobe de Capistrano, Historic restaurant in San Juan Capistrano, California.

El Adobe de Capistrano is a restaurant in San Juan Capistrano that links two historic adobe structures through sunken connecting sections. The interior features wooden beam ceilings and multiple dining levels creating different spaces for guests.

One section of the building was constructed in 1797 as a private home, while another section built in 1812 served as a courthouse and jail facility. The two structures were later connected and eventually transformed into a restaurant.

The building's name comes from the adobe construction of its two halves, and the restaurant has served Mexican fare since Richard Nixon, a regular while living at his nearby San Clemente home, commented on the menu. A table decorated with pictures of Nixon is said to be the seat he and his wife preferred, and his usual meal is still served.

The restaurant sits on Camino Capistrano and offers dinner service along with Sunday brunch. The space can also be reserved for private events with catering available.

The southern adobe, built in 1812, served as the Juzgado, the local court and jail; its former jail cell now holds the restaurant's wine. Staff and guests have reported a ghost there, and a headless friar is said to appear in front of the building.