Restaurants in Costa Mesa

“Came and got the chef omakase special and wow was it insane. The majority of the fish were Japanese domestic exotic fish. Would come back in a heartbeat. Service was amazing”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“The Duck Confit Spliff is a great representation of the Vietnamese & French cultures “wrapped” up all in one dish. And for a more traditional & fun way to eat it, you definitely have to use your hands. My only wish was for a little more duck in the spliff.

With the Ebelskivers, the concept was again brilliant. The garlic emulsion creates an intense garlic flavor but in a light and airy way. But like takoyaki, I wish there was more escargot in the batter to remind me more of that chewy feel from the traditional dish.

The surprise star of our meal was the Royale with Cheese. The wagyu had great flavor and char. And the sesame seed bun held up well for this napkin-required burger. But those pickles were amazing nuggets of necessity to add balancing acidity to the richness of the dish.

We definitely want to try the Duck Breast, the Spanish Octopus, and the Prix Fixe Meal on future visits. A final thanks to Chef & Curtis for the friendly service and explanation of the menu.”

“I ordered the fish & chips. To go. It was absolutely fantastic tasting and fresh. I’m most definitely going back and highly, and I mean highly? Recommend this. Place!”

“Really great ice cream and so many choices also there’s a menu kist in case you can’t decide 😉”

“manager Saeed is outstanding the coffee was hot the server was very attentive I'll be sure to go back”

“I wondered how I could eat well on vacation. Vibe was across the street from my rental and I was so happy to find it! Meal problem solved! I bought a couple of bowls and a wrap during my stay. I even got my mom and two sisters to visit with me. They found something to try, too! Wish you had a store in Utah, I'd try everything on the menu. I actually got to have ice-cream! Thank you Vibe, Dana Point.”

“Everything we had was so delicious. My 12 year old non vegan son loved it all too!”

“thank you alex for amazing services and understanding. the food was absolutely amazing, the fried chicken was cooked all the way and delicious! would highly come back to this location!”

“Excellent pre-theater dinner! Our waiter was terrific-remembered every order nuance perfectly, and the trout and cedar plank salmon entrees were terrific as always!”

“Thanks for making my niece Charlie’s 5th birthday 🥳 celebration memorable tonight!! 🪅🎉🎊”

“Amazing food and atmosphere. We sat at the bar and have to give our bartender/waiter Jake a huge shout out. He was the best! Definitely going back again.”

“Authentic, great service, fun staff!”

“Great food, friendly service and amazing staff to take care of you”

“Nothing fishy about this place. It's a small family run business. Blame covid for the price increases and there are sign posted to make you aware of the increase. it's the best food and most reasonable prices in town. if you cant afford a 11 dish then don't buy or complain about it. These reviews are for the food not whiners.”

“Impressive array of the best ingredients unavailable in most Japanese restaurants in the US prepared in different styles”

“This is the best place to watch a Philadelphia Eagles football game! Great group of people and staff are on it. Food and drinks are really good and not over priced! Fun and lively environment and definitely recommend as the place to be on game days if you bleed green! Go birds!”

“This is an oasis among the offices. Great alternative to MJs down the street.

Ventilation inside is bad, but this probably comes from being tucked inside an office building.”

“Very delicious food ❤️Friendly staff❤️”

“Love it here! Music is always on point m! 😍”

“Excellent delicious food, the octopus with the eggplant salad and beets is amazing. Heavily recommended.”

“One of my favorite sushi bars in CM!!! 2 orders 3 roll Maki special Tuna Lover, White Tiger, Shrimp Super Crunch, Soft shell crab, baked scallops, Newport special Salmon 👍🏽”

“Destiny & Fahmi were amazing. They both greeted me with a smile & had excellent customer service. Also, the music & atmosphere was such a cool vibe. The food was 10/10! I 100% recommend 😊”

“This is my go to place 😁”

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Absolutely delicious!
I had the chicken stroganoff at Brazuca Cafe; it was amazing. The chicken was tender and perfectly seasoned, and the creamy sauce had just the right balance of richness and flavor. It was served with rice and crispy potato sticks, just like the traditional Brazilian style, and everything was cooked to perfection. You can really taste the care that goes into each dish. Friendly service and cozy atmosphere made the experience even better. Highly recommend!”

“cute, delicious, fantastic customer service”

“Amazing med food. Try the Beef Koobideh, as a dish, side skewer or wrap. If you dressed everyone in fancy clothes and ignored the location this place would be Michelin star upscale place.”

“Great food. Super nice staff. Thank you. When they say it’s spicy believe them. Dare is almost unbearable. I wouldn’t dare try the double dare. Soooo good.”

“Delicious Italian cuisine! Stylish interior of the Restaurant!”

“We got brunch here with 3 adults and 3 toddlers. The back area was beautiful and a perfect enclosed area for us all to enjoy before eating some delicious food. The mimosa, breakfast burrito and peanut butter & chocolate bar were highlights.

Kid-friendliness: Lots of outdoor space. On the morning we were there the back was empty, which was perfect for letting little people do some exploring without bothering other customers.”

“Unit shots and Madai with yuzu kosho”

“Since I arrived as as student in NYC in 1983, simply the best. Per my father's suggestion.”

“I don’t claim to be a connoisseur in Asian cuisine. I do like fresh, variety, spices, sauces and appreciate courteous efficient service. My second visit. Was not disappointed. The wait to be seated is long. Would not have waited but one person in our group was visiting from out of state and insisted.”

“Eric was out server at the bar and he went above and beyond. This is a consistently good spot to enjoy a long lunch with great ambience and excellent food and service. This is our 5th year coming back in our annual shopping trip.”

“Excellent experience at this small, family-owned spot. Great food and engaging service from Miguel — all very authentic. Pizza was delicious (ordered an extra one it was so good), as was the salad and pasta. Recommend!”

“Once you go Blue Corn you won't go back. Chips, amazing... tacos, amazing. I recommend the chicken strip taco for sure with chips and salsa. I will be back to try the offerings but for now that's all I got. Highly recommended”

“This is the real deal! Fabulous food from appetizers to dessert. Comfortable, casually chic, & just right. Enjoyed a bday dinner for 6, but dinner for 2 is next!”

“Might just be the best restaurant in the area if not all of OC… Every dish we tried was sublime. From the Ratatouille to the Pistachio Soup (a delicious bisque) to Signature dish the Airline Chicken, we didn’t leave a morsel on our plates. Then there was this unique confection… Baclava Cheesecake!”

“Love the Brussels sprouts!!!”

“Have been a very satisfied regular @EatChow CM for several years. The menu varies seasonally, selections are plated attractively & are always delicious; love the fried green tomatoes😋. Eric & his crew are cordial with the right balance of attentiveness. Undoubtedly authentic, consistently never fails to please & a local, late night favorite🧘🏻‍♀️”

“Found by accident great food and service excellent. Patio and in four dining. Had beef teriyaki with tempura and miso soup and salad and California roll. ReAsonable priced too”

“Loved the food so much! The tapas were delicious. The cocktails were a hit or miss, but enjoyed them overall - some of them were truly amazing! Our server was amazing and thoughtful!”

“It's one of the few restaurants I like”

“Great exhibits educated team on floor ! Cool And calm environment ! Lots of refreshing recharge snacks beverages etc”

“Absolutely Awesome!! This location has a great atmosphere and the employees are very attentive and friendly. The food came out fast, hot and fresh!! AND they are open 7 days per week !!! EVERYDAY!!”

“This little vending machine has such good healthy deserts! I really enjoyed my dessert. I am super weird with textures too, so I was nervous, but with the coconut flakes on top it was perfect. I tried the original and coffee flavor- and both were good!”

“Don't hate.... Yes sometimes your order is wrong but they will correct it. Big fan of del taco. I think there are better del tacos but this is my closest one.”

“I love the fresh salsa at this location. Unfortunately I've never seen it and any others and I don't live close to this one. Please consider putting this in more Del Tacos”

“The food is good, but it can get 50/50 on the milkshakes. There are days when it tastes amazing, and days where there are some things off and the hot chocolate most of the time, it tastes great.”

“place is awesome. quick and tasty”

“Great coffee and chai! My husband and I stopped in while visiting our kids in the area. Adorable place and some of the coffee we have had. He had the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and I had an iced dirty chai. We loved them both. We will be back any time we are in town!”

“Liquid 4 Life is a breath of fresh air! Shad is simply the most generous human. We were captivated by his knowledge, passion, and authenticity for wellness & goodness. Our kids loved their Bliss smoothie and I loved Blue Majik. Felt hydrated & elevated after our visit. Thank you, Shad!”

“Such a gem of a coffee spot! This cute little neighborhood café has quickly become one of my go-tos. They have a lot of different flavors so you can customize your cold foam. Everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully made. Their cold brew is bold but super smooth no bitterness at all 👏 and they have tons of great milk options from Straus.
The vibe is welcoming, perfect for grabbing a quick morning coffee or hanging out for a bit. You can tell they care about quality and the small details. Highly recommend if you’re in the area and want something that feels local and special! 🌿☕️✨”

“Came in late one night and got their chocolate chip cookie. Loved it ! It was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Love that they have small cookies now.”

“Absolutely amazing experience!
The soup, the meatballs, the kebabs — everything was delicious! The flavors truly reminded me of authentic home-style Turkish food from the Aegean coast. The staff and servers were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and even the owner was kind and attentive.
Great food, great people, and a warm atmosphere — I’ll definitely be coming back again.
Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves real Turkish cuisine! 🇹🇷❤️”

“THey have great food. Friendly staff Quick service and a clean pleasant eating environment.”

“Calo K's ceviche is delicious.”

“this place is amazing! everything is delish & sooo Many options to always try new things! the staff is absolutely the best! & the artwork inside is perfect for pictures! definitely our favorite place!”

“I have been to the Sessions in Newport beach a few times and I love everything about the place, great food, great service, and the owner greeted me personally! I would 100% recommend this place for a great family meal!”

“Great food, great place! We had corn chowder, and schnitzel with red cabbage, potato and mac salad.”

“Exelent servís the food is exelent”

“If you’re looking for the best Ensenada style fish tacos this is the spot grab some black beans and white rice. Throw a little pico on your plate and don’t forget a little extra side of the white sauce. They also have cold bottled beer.”

“Staff was super friendly, service was quick, and the food was great. fresh large portions. highly recommended putting it in your dining rotation.”

“It was yummy and fast. Everything was fresh and clean”

“I love this place. The tacos are amazing, especially the Al Pastor tacos, they’re my favorite! One of the best taco spots to stop at if you’re not from the area! Huge shoutout to the owners of this place, always a pleasure!”

“Chef Stanley and the staff served what has been hands-down, the best sushi experience. I’ve had the United States so far.

Words cannot express absolutely delightful. This entire meal was the atmosphere the freshness the choice of ingredients execution absolutely top notch! Not to mention, I have quite a few allergies and they went above and beyond to take excellent care of me and serve me some of the best sushi I’ve ever had”

“FYI this is a kitchen only so online orders only!

The grilled cold noodles were so good !! The normal one comes with pork floss sprinkled on top. (It's also warm by the way)

My friend got the chicken noodle soup and it comes with a container of salt so you can control how much goes into it which I love! It was delicious and hearty”

“I just ordered the salmon plate and it was absolutely the best salmon I've ever had. yummy!!! I will absolutely order again. I can't wait to try more items.”

“My favorite spot for wonderful food in a funky, hip atmosphere. Chicken and waffles are a must!”

“Fairlawn store is great! Ice cream is amazing! Staff is very helpful& takes care of customers quickly ! Highly recommend !”

“Good coffee/latte people are nice location is convenient”

“Best customer service ever and the tacos was amazing just like big boy said the best tacos and we couldn’t get enough we had to get more tacos and she took very good care of us and I am a very big fan of big boy from strength cartel she made me feel very welcomed and took very good care of us we came all the way from Oklahoma City”

“I would sell all my designer bags for their chicken gravy sandwich. My partner had the bacon burrito and it left him without words (he’s an amazing chef). I absolutely love this place, the staff is so kind. Great atmosphere- hidden gem. Would come back everyday if I can.”

“Sat right away, was doted on by multiple servers who had great recommendations, the food was incredible and affordable. Will absolutely be coming back here routinely. 10/10 noods my dudes”

“I often crave crepe cakes and cheesecakes, and this is the place with an impressively wide selection.
It’s a little tucked away in the South Coast Plaza, but definitely worth finding - they sell truly premium cakes here.
On average, each slice costs about $10.”

“We chose Penelope's Perfection to make something really special for my Mom's 100th Birthday party. The cake was spectacular. Everything & more we could have asked for. Highly recommended!”

“OMG! Carnitas like you wouldn’t believe, often deep fried in its own juices right in front of you. PLUS… 3-4 different types of chicharron. Chicharron de Lonja! So freakin’ good. Get it by the pound to take home with the freshly made street tortillas right behind you in one direction, and freshly made guacamole (3 spice levels!) in the other direction. Salsas? 3-4 acres of options. Want it right now? Have it there with rice and beans (con manteca?), in nachos, tacos… maybe tortas? I can’t remember. Lots of seating all around. Just go get the pig!”

“Poul’s Bakery took our breath away , we couldn’t believe the cake we have taken pictures from we have searched the internet images and sent it to her the custom cake we wanted , and not only she made the identical one ,the taste was so delicious actually finished the entire slice, it’s rare for me to eat the whole slice, as many cakes are made with to much sugar , it overwhelms to entire cakes other ingredients, this was so perfectly balanced ,and l asked for second , so did few guests , we as host wished we ordered the bigger size , we don’t like the buttercream topping due to its excessive sugar , we ordered her soexisl topping , while you others ask no buttercream but we want Poul’s Bakery special topping we heard so much about it , sorry l don’t remember what it was called . My bad ,this Poul’s baker we also find out been around for decades as she is the second owner but uses the same original recipes. She said it’s a company secret Lol, we respect that Try Poul’s Bakery , it won’t s sidelong you and ask for a sample of their fantastic cannolis . And on the spot in events she actually make the cake front of your guests . We never tried that but people are ranting about it and went at viral with millions of views and shared ,,we saw it in her website . Poul’s Bakery didn’t disappoint us , give them a try Best from Goldstein family”

“amazing food! fungi pasta was out of this world!”

“BRC is Amazing!!! 👏 🍺🍻🌮🥳🥂”

“Without a doubt… The Flaky Apple Pie Co is the best find ever!! I have ordered all of the different pies and each one is more delicious than the last !! The most wonderful pie was the last one I bought…. The most unbelievable FRESH PEACH Pie!!! Best I have ever had!!! Thank you Brooke and her team! We will be friends forever!❤️”

“They have real chilaquiles not the chips covered in sauce!! Very delicious!”

“So good!!! A must when in Orange County!”

“Really enjoyed a great breakfast here polite hostess and the food was absolutely delicious”

“Come here for lunch and pick up dinner! Excellent Mexican food in Costa Mesa right on Fairview and Baker. The caldo de res and caldo de pollo are soooo goood! Perfect balance of veggies and meat …my family loves it ♥️”

“A wonderful little bar, with some great owners and bartenders. Came in here for a meetup event, and ended up having a great time thanks to the staff. They have an outdoor seating area as well as the inside with tables and booths. The bartenders were very fun and took care of me towards the end when I needed to get some sobering up, so I can easily say I'll be coming back here to support these guys.

There was some love music when I arrived too, so that's also a plus if you want some entertainment with your drinking. I didn't have any food while I was here, but I'll be sure to grab some next time I'm here and update my review. Definitely check this spot out if you haven't. Cheers!”

“Best oat milk chagachuga - thank you”

“Our absolute favorite place to get Açaí bowls and smoothies. Nothing compares to the quality, texture and taste. Our whole family loves this place and it’s been our go to for 4 years now. Love the atmosphere and the outdoor seating is perfect to enjoy the beauty of So Cal.”

“άψογο μαγαζί και άψογη εξυπηρέτηση”

“Perfect place for lunch sandwiches and burritos. All Fresh Dailey Patio dining Great.”

“I have been on an elimination diet for 11 months (AIP) and have had to give up eating out because no one serves anything I can have without completely changing the menu item! Chixy Natural’s Paleo Bowl was absolutely delicious! Such simple and yummy ingredients! Best of all, I didn’t have to cook it myself. We will be going there again!”

“Hands down the best fish taco I’ve ever had in a long long time. Talk about flavorful packed explosion of flavors. Easily hands down a contender for one of the top bites to eat in 2024. The sushi looks incredible and will be back for that in another visit. I love how it’s light and not greasy and they have a record 30 different sauces that are made for each menu item! That’s crazy and the cilantro jalapeño cream sauce wow.”

“Love these cookies”

“Great food! Great service! This is one of the best places for lunch in Irvine!”

“I don't understand why Nick's closed. I really want to know why. So if there is any one who can tell us why we would really appreciate it.”

“Nothing fishy about this place. It's a small family run business. Blame covid for the price increases and there are sign posted to make you aware of the increase. it's the best food and most reasonable prices in town. if you cant afford a 11 dish then don't buy or complain about it. These reviews are for the food not whiners.”

“Poul’s Bakery took our breath away , we couldn’t believe the cake we have taken pictures from we have searched the internet images and sent it to her the custom cake we wanted , and not only she made the identical one ,the taste was so delicious actually finished the entire slice, it’s rare for me to eat the whole slice, as many cakes are made with to much sugar , it overwhelms to entire cakes other ingredients, this was so perfectly balanced ,and l asked for second , so did few guests , we as host wished we ordered the bigger size , we don’t like the buttercream topping due to its excessive sugar , we ordered her soexisl topping , while you others ask no buttercream but we want Poul’s Bakery special topping we heard so much about it , sorry l don’t remember what it was called . My bad ,this Poul’s baker we also find out been around for decades as she is the second owner but uses the same original recipes. She said it’s a company secret Lol, we respect that Try Poul’s Bakery , it won’t s sidelong you and ask for a sample of their fantastic cannolis . And on the spot in events she actually make the cake front of your guests . We never tried that but people are ranting about it and went at viral with millions of views and shared ,,we saw it in her website . Poul’s Bakery didn’t disappoint us , give them a try Best from Goldstein family”

“Great service, My friends and I come from Germany, and our English is so so, most of this I had to use Google Translate. However, there was a kind young lady who was able to help us in German with a name something along the lines of Jessi, and she was very helpful, especially for my friends who can't really speak English well. So I wanted to give credit, and the food was great.”

“Why did it close it was a great place? Now its something called MOON. Did Pan Asia move??”

“This is my favorite restaurant! I loved it back when it was on Bristol, but I have been back to the new Red Hill location twice now and it is even more of a special dining experience. Massimo has come out to explain the history of the wine and food and the sources of his ingredients. He tells wonderful stories with a great sense of humor, and his daughter who helps serve is also very knowledgeable and delightful. I feel transported and hosted in a way I have never experienced in a restaurant. The food is amazing. The fresh handmade pasta melts in your mouth. We have eaten every dessert and they are all spectacular. Every wine and appetizer we have tried has been extraordinary. I couldn't recommend this place more.”

“Delish and great staff. The staff IS family and they treat not only their customers like family, but the other staff as well. That means a lot. We had a fun time with DJ and Pleng. About the food... We had 4 dishes... Hanuman's ceviche, Tom Kha Gai, Massaman, Pad See Ew and a nice glass of Malbec. My favorites were the ceviche and Massaman. But everything was so good. Hubs liked everything. There was literally no wait at 3 pm but come soon... Once word gets out this place will have a 45 min wait just like the mother location on Bristol.”

“One of my favorite Costa Mesa restaurants. The atmosphere is very professional and perfect for lunch event.”

“Food was absolutely incredible. All the staff and waiters are extremely polite and friendly. Great experience for my birthday!”

“It was first time we went there, food amazing and stuff friendly”

“manager Saeed is outstanding the coffee was hot the server was very attentive I'll be sure to go back”

“From the creative cocktails to the sizzling entrees, Descanso delivers excellence on every level. You can tell why people rave about it.”

“Absolutely great service with our waiter being very attentive. The food was great and the ambiance was just perfect for our date night. We even had the GM personally boxed our leftover food without us even asking. Definitely returning soon.”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“My family and I went for Thanksgiving dinner. This was our third year choosing to go to Acapulco. The food, the service, everything was great!! We look forward to going again next year!”

“Whatta wonderful treat to be at this fabulous place! Such great classic dishes that you don’t see anymore on menus like King crab legs & all the different types of steaks. The lights are low & the service is impeccable. A gem in the coastal cities of the OC.❤️”

“thank you alex for amazing services and understanding. the food was absolutely amazing, the fried chicken was cooked all the way and delicious! would highly come back to this location!”

“Great management! Thanks for serving the Costa Mesa community.”

“Thanks for making my niece Charlie’s 5th birthday 🥳 celebration memorable tonight!! 🪅🎉🎊”

“Okay, I thought this was one of this joints where you order “Xtra Crack” in the comments and you get some smoking crack. Imagine my disappointment when I opened my bag and all I had was delicious chicken, fries and amazing coleslaw. Honestly though, I think that chicken has smoking crack in it cause I just finished eating and I’m already itching for some more…. Maybe you could help a fella out and get me some chicken? Come on man! Please?!?!?”

“Great food as always. Only been 12 years since my last one. lol”

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Hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants I've ever been to! The food is incredible — every dish bursts with flavor and feels like a perfect balance of authenticity and creativity. The staff are unbelievably friendly and make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a great spot for anything from a casual meal to a special night out. Every visit leaves me looking forward to the next one — this place is a true gem!”

“My favorite location and everyone here is so kind! The staff has always been a pleasure to be around, even when we came close to closing time. I truly felt so bad, as I hate doing it, but we had a dinner emergency and the staff there were thrilled to have us! They saved dinner! Thank you!”

“First time EVER going to this mercado and the experience was out of sight! Loved the barbacoa tacos, DELISHHH!!! The service was spectacular, Alex and his sister are informative and do their jobs with a smile!”