Restaurants in Costa Mesa
The Best Restaurants

Avila's El Ranchito - Costa Mesa
2101 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627This is just an FYI vegan review. No reason to seek this place out, but in case you come with a group...you have to be a little careful here as a...
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- Superb861 Reviews4.8

Doria's Haus of Pizza
1500 Adams Ave #108, Costa Mesa, CA 92626We're longtime fans of Doria's, and it always hits the spot if you're looking for great pizza. They make a tasty crust, are generous with cheese...
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- Superb706 Reviews4.7

Plums Cafe + Catering
369 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Best biscuits and gravy I've ever eaten! There isn't anything greater in life than sitting at their beautiful bar sipping on the dark chocolate vodka...
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- Superb687 Reviews4.7

In-N-Out Burger
3211 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Fantastic place to eat and very popular so please be patient for ur order. One of the most hard working employees in the industry and always with a smile. Love...
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- Superb621 Reviews4.7

El Matador
1768 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Phenomenal mexican food. Came in one Friday night for a good dinner and this place came through. I got their steak plate and it was HUGE. The food was...
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- Superb704 Reviews4.6

Globe Delicatessen
1928 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627yes yes yes!!!! superb and absolutely excellent!! I don't often say that something is absolutely perfect but this place their sandwiches are perfect. they...
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- Superb178 Reviews4.9

Nice Burger 100% Vegan
615 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Mmmm.... Vegan burgers to satisfy my inner herbivore's carnivorous cravings. Healthy, tasty, and affordable vegan food. A variety of flavors for all...
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- Superb233 Reviews4.8

Nick's Pizza Ristorante Italiano
2300 Harbor Blvd # K1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626I have been going to Nick's pizza for over a decade. It's nice be of the best pizza places and rivals northeast pizza! Additionally, the seafood...
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- Superb595 Reviews4.6

Al Forno Caffe
1525 Mesa Verde Dr E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Came here for valentines day and completely fell in love with this place! The staff here are AMAZINGGGG!!! The food is sooo authentic. I loved my mushroom...
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- Superb280 Reviews4.7

Pizza D'Oro
1145 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Havent had italian in a long time so i came by here and picked up a sunday special. Spinach lasagna with garlic bread and a salad. Just under $11. Thats a hard...
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- Superb390 Reviews4.6

Seasons 52
3333 Bristol St Suite #2802, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Had lunch with a friend I hadn't seen in a long time and we had a great experience! Our server was friendly and accomodating without being pushy and gave us...
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- Superb942 Reviews4.5

The Capital Grille
3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Food is consistent and good. Meets expectations for an upper scale restaurant. But we come back time and time again because of the wonderful service. Most...
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- Superb931 Reviews4.5

Memphis Soul Cafe & Bar
2920 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626The food is very good. My husband and I split the pork chop and fried chicken plates! Very tasty! Collard greens were done perfectly!! Had crab cake and...
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- Superb381 Reviews4.6

Trenta Pizza & Cucina
1661 Superior Ave Ste. D, Costa Mesa, CA 92627AMAAAZZZZIIINGGG pizza!!! Some of the best I've ever had! Ordered the caserta pizza and it was delicious. Salty prosciutto and melty mozzarella. Pizzas...
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- Superb331 Reviews4.6

Nourish Wellness Cafe
1170 Baker St G2, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Absolutely incredible establishment with beautiful food. I highly recommend getting the nourish plate. Words cannot even describe this experience, please...
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- Superb211 Reviews4.7

Blue Bowl Superfoods
3033 Bristol St Suite 112, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Best acai bowls hands down. The taste, the service and all the additional toppings make this a delightful treat. The largest is a 24 oz and it's big...
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- Superb150 Reviews4.8

Meiji Seimen Costa Mesa
1113 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Absolutely loved this restaurant! The staff were really nice and even though it's small it can seat a lot of people. The complimentary hot tea that they...
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- Superb298 Reviews4.6

Wafu of Japan Sushi
320 Bristol St Ste. G, Costa Mesa, CA 92626I enjoy coming here alone at lunch and sitting in front of the sushi chefs. They entire staff is very friendly and attentive. The place is very small so...
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- Superb189 Reviews4.7

Caliente Southwest Grill
271 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Missed taco tuesday but fortunately this place has taco Wednesday. Picked up three chicken and one fish with a side of rice and beans. That also came with a...
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- Superb277 Reviews4.6

folks pizzeria
2937 Bristol St A102, Costa Mesa, CA 92626The hubby and I came here last night for the first time. Everything we ordered was delicious. The arancini are on the smaller side, but they're enough to...
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- Superb263 Reviews4.6

La Cañada Grill
841 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Tacos. Great machaca breakfast plate. And the frosty ice cold mug for beer with spicy picante rim is delicious. Ask for the roasted habanero salsa ( one of...
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- Superb137 Reviews4.8

Ciao! Deli & Pizzeria
2336 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626They have the best best Pizza! Real New York Pizza, tasty sauce and perfect thin crispy crust! Everything is made from scratch as you order. Highly Recommend...
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- Superb250 Reviews4.6

Hanuman Thai Eatery
355 Bristol St Ste U, Costa Mesa, CA 92626We came here around 8:30 on a Saturday night, thinking there wouldn't be that much of a wait because it was pretty late for dinner but their estimate was...
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- Superb163 Reviews4.7

Tres Muchachos Seafood Grill
333 E 17th St #14, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Found this place by a lucky chance, and so glad that we did. Awesome food (crispy fish tacos and shrimp tacos (our favorites)), churros&Ice cream, awesome...
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- Superb159 Reviews4.7

Toast Kitchen & Bakery
1767 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627This place gets super busy! Expect to wait but it's soooo worth it. We found this place on yelp and swung by. We did not expect to love it so much! Staff...
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- Superb368 Reviews4.5
American Restaurants
American in Costa Mesa
Plums Cafe + Catering
369 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Best biscuits and gravy I've ever eaten! There isn't anything greater in life than sitting at their beautiful bar sipping on the dark chocolate vodka...
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- Superb687 Reviews4.7

Toast Kitchen & Bakery
1767 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627This place gets super busy! Expect to wait but it's soooo worth it. We found this place on yelp and swung by. We did not expect to love it so much! Staff...
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- Superb368 Reviews4.5

The Country Club
330 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Wow! I think this just might be my new favorite place! Let's talk brunch! Where else can you do brunch from 10:00 am-4:00pm for $20? Comes with three...
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- Superb536 Reviews4.4
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Costa Mesa
Doria's Haus of Pizza
1500 Adams Ave #108, Costa Mesa, CA 92626We're longtime fans of Doria's, and it always hits the spot if you're looking for great pizza. They make a tasty crust, are generous with cheese...
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- Superb706 Reviews4.7

Pizza D'Oro
1145 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Havent had italian in a long time so i came by here and picked up a sunday special. Spinach lasagna with garlic bread and a salad. Just under $11. Thats a hard...
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- Superb390 Reviews4.6

Trenta Pizza & Cucina
1661 Superior Ave Ste. D, Costa Mesa, CA 92627AMAAAZZZZIIINGGG pizza!!! Some of the best I've ever had! Ordered the caserta pizza and it was delicious. Salty prosciutto and melty mozzarella. Pizzas...
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- Superb331 Reviews4.6
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Costa Mesa
Avila's El Ranchito - Costa Mesa
2101 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627This is just an FYI vegan review. No reason to seek this place out, but in case you come with a group...you have to be a little careful here as a...
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- Superb861 Reviews4.8

El Matador
1768 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Phenomenal mexican food. Came in one Friday night for a good dinner and this place came through. I got their steak plate and it was HUGE. The food was...
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- Superb704 Reviews4.6
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Costa Mesa
Northeast Sisters (Northeast Sisters 东北姐妹俩)
350 Clinton St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626I have been to this spot many times. I love their grilled cold noodle, omg, it tasted as good as the one I tried in China. Also, the spicy hot pot is highly...
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- Superb122 Reviews4.5

Hong Kong Express
2200 Harbor Blvd # E180, Costa Mesa, CA 92627I haven't ever written a review but dang. The customer service was great but I have never been given such a full plate. I adore this place and tell all my...
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- Superb193 Reviews4.4

Hong Kong Express
819 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627We came to this place for dinner. This restaurant was recommended to us by a friend. Well, it was very successful. we were warmly welcomed by the crew and we...
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- Superb72 Reviews4.4
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Costa Mesa
The Empanada Maker
1902 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627My fav Empanadas were the ham and cheese and the cinnamon apple. It was my first time having an Empanada. Really enjoyed the 1 year anniversary party. Congrats...
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- Good55 Reviews4.1

Tom's Place
799 W 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627For those of you who don't mind the occasional greasy spoon place, this is a hidden gem. Huge menu and a drive thru to boot! Anyway, the real test of...
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- Good193 Reviews4

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
3150 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626This was my first time eating raising cane. There was no line when I went which was amazing and the food came out quickly. I got the eight piece combo and the...
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- Good351 Reviews3.9
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Costa Mesa
Baja Fish Tacos
171 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Stopped by for a quick burrito after an appointment I had in the area. Once again Baja Fish Tacos never disappoints when it comes to their food and service. I...
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- Superb289 Reviews4.5

Santa Monica Seafood (Market & Cafe)
154 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627After watching it on YouTube, we had to give this place a try. Upon entering, we see that the market is large, with the majority of it being a dining area for...
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- Superb283 Reviews4.4

Water Grill South Coast Plaza
3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Excellent customer service and stellar food. There was a small incident with my wife’s meal and Matt, the manager really took care of the situation, going...
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- Superb932 Reviews4.3
Thai Restaurants
Thai in Costa Mesa
Hanuman Thai Eatery
355 Bristol St Ste U, Costa Mesa, CA 92626We came here around 8:30 on a Saturday night, thinking there wouldn't be that much of a wait because it was pretty late for dinner but their estimate was...
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- Superb163 Reviews4.7

Bangkok Corner
2360 Newport Blvd B, Costa Mesa, CA 92627My go-to takeout Thai place that is such a local gem. There are tables here if you wanted to have a sit down dinner, but there's nothing better sometimes...
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- Good241 Reviews4.2

MaDee Thai Kitchen
401 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627I haven't tried too much Thai food in this area but MaDee is has never done me wrong. I've been there a few times to get food for the family and...
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- Good188 Reviews4.1
Indian Restaurants
Indian in Costa Mesa
Green Chilis
1500 Adams Ave #100A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Delicious food, quick and friendly service. Our server was very helpful & knowledgeable about each dish, and helped me select the perfect chicken entree,...
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- Superb74 Reviews4.7

Green Chilis
1500 Adams Ave #100A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Green Chilis blew me away! I lived in England for 2 years and fell in love with Indian food, the spices and textures are so warm and comforting. When I moved...
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- Superb218 Reviews4.3

The India cafe
528 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Food is fantastic! Shrimp Biryani was so good. Ordered food 2 days early for pick up on Mothers day. Food was hot, packed very well and ready for pick up at...
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- Good239 Reviews4.2
Italian Restaurants
Italian in Costa Mesa
Nick's Pizza Ristorante Italiano
2300 Harbor Blvd # K1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626I have been going to Nick's pizza for over a decade. It's nice be of the best pizza places and rivals northeast pizza! Additionally, the seafood...
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- Superb595 Reviews4.6

Al Forno Caffe
1525 Mesa Verde Dr E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Came here for valentines day and completely fell in love with this place! The staff here are AMAZINGGGG!!! The food is sooo authentic. I loved my mushroom...
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- Superb280 Reviews4.7
Steakhouses
Steakhouses in Costa Mesa
La Cave steak house and bar
1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627My daughter & I have our girls nights together @ La Cave and we try to go weekly because we absolutely LOVE IT!!! The food is amazing, atmosphere fun and...
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- Good523 Reviews4.2

Outback Steakhouse
1670 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627First time being there…service is Outstanding! Service is Awesome- they checked up on our table about 4-5 times. We ordered our steaks with vegetables etc...
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- Good253 Reviews4

Leatherby's Cafe Rouge
615 Town Center Drive Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Gourmet food next to the Segerstrom theater. The tomato bisque was nice and hearty. The prosciutto appetizer was a pleasant surprise. A large thin slice of...
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Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Costa Mesa
Mendocino Farms
450 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Great location and the food was phenomenal! I got the pork belly banh mi and it was packed with flavor with a nice sweet touch. Wish it was a little bigger....
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- Superb228 Reviews4.4

Lil Pickle
2985 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Haven't been here in years , and I'm beating myself up. My top ten sandwich shops , nice customer service , fast , great sandwiches and the softest...
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- Superb210 Reviews4.4
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Costa Mesa
Chixy Natural
488 E 17th St b104, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Love Chixy! I always get their brown rice, veggie chicken bowl. Their chicken is so juicy and tender. Can't forget about their fresh cornbread. It's...
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- Superb155 Reviews4.5

The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa
196 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Tried this place for the first time and I gotta say it was delish. I tried the firebird sandwich and it wasn't spicy to me but my fiancé thought it was...
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- Good346 Reviews4.2

Super Pollo
1731 Superior Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627A bit slow on getting your food, test the chicken is what is promised, juice and tender, garlic lemon sauce was good yet I bit to much for me personally, after...
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- Good213 Reviews4.2
Japanese Restaurants
Japanese in Costa Mesa
California Shabu Shabu
801 Baker St A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Cal Shabu is the best shabu shabu around. High quality meat, great broths and vegetable options, great service and fun environment. They are always soo happy...
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- Superb171 Reviews4.6

Oak & Coal
333 E 17th St Ste 2, Costa Mesa, CA 92627We were on vacation and we're looking for a place open late after leaving Newport Beach area. This was fantastic! Everything we had was absolutely...
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- Superb241 Reviews4.5
Vietnamese Restaurants
Vietnamese in Costa Mesa
East Borough
2937 Bristol St B102, Costa Mesa, CA 92626This place was great! I got the Vermicelli salad and it came with an egg roll that was soo good. Seriously I've never had an egg roll that good before and...
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- Superb178 Reviews4.3
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Costa Mesa
Landers Liquor Bar
2101 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Such a solid experience. Saw the bar on the side of the road and decided to try it out. Jr was an excellent bartender. Got the fire at the disco drink and it...
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- Superb207 Reviews4.4

Hennessey's Tavern
1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Khalid Chunu is wonderful! he helped me get my first profit . he made the entire process smooth and I felt completely supported after investing the minimum of...
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- Superb124 Reviews4.4

Our Bar and Kitchen
2000 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627I'm writing a positive review to offset my bf being silly. We had a great time here! Friendly service, clean bathroom and yummy fried foods!! How can you...
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Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Costa Mesa
The Harp Inn
130 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627Went on a Sat night, and it became very packed (local band playing). The bartenders were on FIRE, keeping up with all the orders and drinks. Even the guy...
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- Superb180 Reviews4.4

The Huddle
741 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626You're cool neighborhood but there doesn't have any bad vibes. Drinks are reasonable and pool tables are cheap. Availability during weekend nights...
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Tavern+Bowl Costa Mesa
1875 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627The best way to secure your financial life this year is to have a profitable investment. I want to recommend MR. KHALID CHUNU to those looking for a reliable...
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- Good150 Reviews4
Diners
Diners in Costa Mesa
Ruby's Diner
3333 Bear St Suite 120, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Haven't been to this location since COVID started and my wife and I moved from Costa Mesa to Glendale, CA for my job. It was not amazingly busy at the...
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- Good204 Reviews4.1

Tavern at Costa Mesa Country Club
1701 Golf Course Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626My husband and I came here the other night and the security guard that called himself big Nick was super nice and helpful! Plan to make another visit here soon...
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