ABOUT OUR BLOG

Welcome to Ellie's Table's official blog, where you'll find a chronicle of our cuisine and local events. Experience Homemade Happiness at Ellie's Table.  Our chefs use only the finest ingredients and the freshest produce available to create unique menus for each event. 

Text reading 'SERVING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA U.S.A.' arranged in an arch shape.

Tour of Ellie's Table

The Egan House is a beautiful, historic building that we are so lucky to call home at Ellie’s Table. Located on the main road, Camino Capistrano, guests are able to soak in views of downtown San Juan while enjoying fresh pastries, warm (or iced) coffee, sandwiches, and more. As a popular location for locals and visitors alike, the Egan House offers 5 inviting spaces on the property for you to pull up a chair, take a seat, and  savor the moment. Check out our 5 spaces below and choose your favorite for your next visit to our cafe!

Harmony Hall
The heart and soul of Ellie’s. Read all about the history of Ellie’s Table scattered across Harmony Hall’s walls, then take a seat and dine in!

Café seating area with metal chairs, square tables, patterned tile, and globe pendant lights
Ellie's Table café counter beneath hanging globe lights
Brass display shelves above a cabinet and sink
Refrigerated café case filled with prepared salads and pastries
Small café table beneath a wall of framed family photographs
Hallway wall displaying framed historical family photographs
Indoor seating area with metal chairs and a beverage station
Café tables and a freestanding magazine rack near the entrance

Swallows Nest
Reserved for intimate private parties and rainy days, our Swallows Nest is upstairs and full of charm with antique furnishings and a sparkling, crystal chandelier.

Private dining room with an ornate round table, mixed chairs, and a china cabinet
Crystal chandelier hanging above an antique china cabinet
Small round table with gold chairs beside a window
Wide view of the private dining room with antique furniture and chandelier
Close view of a tiered crystal chandelier

The Porch
The best view in the house! Our Porch is favored by many who like to people watch and soak in views of downtown.

Covered brick porch with black lanterns and white railings
Outdoor café tables overlooking the street from a white porch
Covered patio with café tables and tall outdoor heaters along a brick wall
Ellie's Table sign mounted beneath the porch roof of the brick building

Egan Patio
Shaded by umbrellas and the branches of a beautiful tree, our Egan Patio is great for larger groups who like a little extra space.

Shaded patio table beneath a large umbrella
Outdoor café table beneath a mature tree
Patio seating with several tall heaters and hillside views
Outdoor table beneath a tree overlooking a neighboring building

Mission Patio
Looking for something a little more secluded? Cozy up on our Mission Patio away from the hustle and bustle.

Narrow patio beside the brick building with tables and tall heaters
Patio tables between the red brick wall and courtyard
Outdoor café tables and heaters lined along the red brick wall