The best of Californian cuisine and atmosphere come together at Saint Marc. A majority of the seating is open to the open Huntington Beach ocean air, and it’s easy to find a good seat on the large patio.

Saint Marc serves a great variety of starters, salads, and sandwiches, in addition to their heartier chef’s plates. They also have an unusual but wonderful fixation with bacon, and it makes its way into bacon-wrapped jalapenos, ricotta beignets, and bacon is even sold by the slice with sweet or savory dustings of flavor. There is even more bacon-goodness at brunch, along with morning favorites like quiche lorraine or biscuits and gravy. Saint Marc is also the ultimate happy hour spot with food and wine or beer for just $5, in addition to nightly specials like wine and whiskey Wednesdays, or try their late-night menu for small plates that are a delicious way to end your night.

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