41 Best Beer Bars near Costa Mesa

“Great food and great staff“

“This bustling place has been growing. I’d love to see one or two up North in Oregon. Good skate parks and beers. Or maybe I just have enjoy the SOCal that much.“

“A small izakaya in the OC area that's well worth a visit. The food was excellent and stood out compared to some of the more well-known izakayas nearby. With warm hospitality and a well-executed menu of classic izakaya dishes. It’s a place you really can't go wrong with.“

“Hit the mark, prices ok, 24/7 Willy Wonka on TV👍“

“INCREDIBLE is an understatement! From the ambiance, to the service, to the impeccably currated menu. Just WOW. The attention to detail on every aspect at Casa De Onda was perfection. The tropical margarita was a show stopper, fresh lime and coconut is a combo I didn’t know I needed. The steak frites melted in you mouth & was topped with a homemade Chimichurri that was a burst of fresh flavor. The vibes from start to finish we insane! 1000/10.“

“Service is outstanding! The place is clean including the bathroom. Food is awesome🥰“

“I don't think they serve food but the drinks are stellar! The Boulevard is a great local spot with a range of options from crafty fresh squeezed cocktails, top shelf shots or white claw... and everything else - they have it all. The pool table in the back is nice, there are large TVs and great tunes playing. They also have cozy interior booths for date night lol.

The service is the best - friendly and quick. The drinks are moderately priced normally a good deal but I also suggest going during happy hour from 5-7pm. They have fun decorating for Halloween and the holidays too which adds to the vibe. I definitely recommend stopping by The Boulevard for an adult beverage with atmosphere.“

“This little spot is so cool! Visiting from out of town happy to discover this awesome little place. Small but sexy. Vintage almost steampunk style decor.
Grab a craft cocktail and hang out in the carrage. You might have to wait online to get in but it's worth it. Did you get there early you'll have better chances of getting in and getting a good spot to post up. The DJ plays awesome tunes guaranteed to get your body moving. You think it would be stuffing for such a small place but it's not at all. Come check it out.“

“great pizza choices, super ipa's and service.“

“Sweet local spot and amazing jalapeño poppers“

“First timer drove all the way from Downey worth the drive. I had the blue cheese bacon burger with garlic fries and of course a Dr. Pepper. Very friendly staff they all help out my daughter had the mushroom burger with onion rings and my son had the bacon cheese burger with tots. A must try the only other thing that caught my eye was the hot wings the table next to us ordered Definitely next time“

“Great service, amazing atmosphere and delicious food.“

“Super cool vibes in here! Serrin, Osman, and Heather running the show. Flatty melt is killer!!!“

“Great food and place to sneek a beer on your lunch hour 😉“

“Living in the boonies of San Diego Co has benefits…(no traffic jams)…but few awesome perks…(like Tiki bars!!) Luckily the gods aligned, in Orange Co, and our last stop was the Stowaway. Intriguing, dark-painted, one small door marked the front of a strip-mall establishment… hmmm…sorta scary…but not really!! But there were two of us, and we had researched this place…so… The doorman looked at us, said a few things and unlocked a chain. We walked through curtains into the darkest bar I had ever been in, and shuffled toward the green lit bar…which turned red, then blue. The girl bartender handed us a card which we couldn’t read…it was really dark inside. From the shadows, up walked a bearded guy wearing a black shirt with hibiscus’s, smiled, extended his hand and said, “Hi, I’m “WILL”…can I explain anything to you? We had lots of questions…about drinks, Tiki ceramics, glassware, appetizers…and WILL cheerfully explained everything…He was fun, cheery, smart, and So Nice!! He brought us amazing drinks (a Tropical Margarita, a Cococano and totally fun ceramic sculptures from which to drink…an Angler Zombie Fish with a light, and Carved Volcano mug that had a flame show-by WILL, included!! Awesome!!) Totally wonderful décor…lights, bamboo furniture, comfy stools, the Skull Cave and waterfall, starry night ceiling, cool pool tables with lotsa room around them…everything thought through perfectly!!! We are definitely going back…VERY soon!!!! Thanks so much for everything, WILL!!“

“Andrea went above and beyond to make sure we were enjoying our time and most importantly our food. The pizza was delicious and crispy to perfection. The beer was nice and cold and the ambiance was perfect for a Friday night with the girl. Absolutely recommend coming and checking out their food.“

“Indoor jazz and great cocktails, pool table, outdoor fresh area to smoke and taco cart. What more could you want? Great jazz band on wednesdays. Room to sit at the bar solo or grab a table w friends, okay to spend a little money or a lot depending on your vibe making it nice for multiple occasions“

“Cool Newport Beach bar sitting on the beach side. Has been There that I remember from the ’60’s“

“Great food, ingredients and flavor. Very clean, comfortable, family friendly establishment. Great place to grab a bite.“

“Soooooo good. I can still get in here with no line, however, there will come a time…….when there will be a long wait!“

“My wife and I love this place! It's tucked into a corner of the strip mall and attached to a number of food options. It's windows are usually open so it's a great stop on a nice afternoon. Omar is an upbeat, fun bartender with creative drink ideas and a joy to hang with. Good music, nice vibes and a cherished secret in a sea of corporate offices.“

“So happy they finally opened! Always great service! Amazing quality meat and fresh veggies!“

“Toda su comida es deliciosa y el ecselente trato , muy familiar.“

“Lots of great taste in a sandwich & secret sauce is amazing!“

“My favorite place to go eat when i visit my family in Santa Ana. I usually get their Fish platter. With black beans, rice, and Ensenada style fish. Ive tried their grilled fish which is actually subpar, definitely their worse style. Blackened is good, but Ensenada style is where its at.“

“everything was just great, even the beer.“

“Lane Stone delivered an unparalleled level of client service that surpassed all expectations. He consistently went above and beyond, dedicating his weekends to showing us houses and remaining patient as we took our time to make decisions. He even proactively contacted agents with homes in escrow to explore the possibility of submitting backup offers. Thanks to his unwavering commitment, we successfully closed on our house during a highly competitive market period. Lane made it his priority to ensure that we felt valued and received his undivided attention throughout the process. The Sackin-Stone team, including Lane, provided outstanding support, with other agents stepping in when needed. Our experience with the Sackin-Stone team was exceptional, and we intend to rely on them for all our real estate needs in Orange County. They have earned a client for life!“

“This is a great place to golf and practice and putting. The employees are special and go out of their way to make your experience special. The owners are hands on. Just ah great place to be. And the ladies in the restaurant are awful pretty and make great food. The one name connie is a treasure.??“

“This bustling place has been growing. I’d love to see one or two up North in Oregon. Good skate parks and beers. Or maybe I just have enjoy the SOCal that much.“

“Tsuruhashi Plus was fantastic. Great atmosphere, excellent service, and the quality of the meat really is on another level. Every cut that came to the table was beautiful, perfectly marbled and incredibly tender. Cooking everything ourselves right at the table just makes the whole dinner more fun and turns it into an experience instead of just another meal.

Everything tasted fresh and high quality, and the staff was attentive and helpful without hovering over us. We came here for a birthday dinner and it was a perfect place to celebrate.

Is it cheap? Nope. But sometimes you just have to treat yourself. You’re worth it. Great food, great experience, and definitely a place we’ll come back to“

“Great food always served fresh. Highly recommended!“

“The Best 30 years ago, and still the Best NOW!🤙“

“Super friendly. Have been going here for years it’s been a while since we have been back but always vibes walking in the door the owner and his daughter have always made us feel right at home wither it was packed out a few people there. Miss you guys will be back one day. lol“

“There were so many items on the menu I wanted to try, but I'd have to settle for coming back because my order of ComboB exceeded all expectations!
DIY rice balls (warm rice) 5* perfectly refreshing flavors.
Cheese buldak 5* cheese and chicken? Genius!
Fried chicken + Fries 5* juicy boneless chicken w perfect seasoned batter. Fried just right!
Clam soup 5* warning, can be spicy. Don't let th clear broth fool u!

Service was 5* we chose to sit outdoors cuz we brought our dog, and they set up a table on their patio for us (w a fan, cuz hot outside! That's service!)

Highly recommended. I didn't have any alcohol, but it would go great with food. They offer soju bombs w a beer tower.. how fun is that!!!

Can't recommend enough. Will be back to try other dishes.“

“This is a traditional Vietnamese bar & grill place (Quan Nhau). It has a lively atmosphere. Seems to be popular with the older folks compared to other places. Having said that, the service and food are great! Just be ready for the bad, loud karaoke singing and smoking. Not a family hangout.“

“todo muy rico excelente y el ambiente de lo mejor y más cuando toca el karaoke el Guero Palma awiwi 😂😂😂“

“Me and my hubby been docking boats or ferry-hopping our bikes to Balboa saloon since the seventies. Half the year we live in Newport, half Montana-where whiskey still hollers your name out there. This here's our bar, our heartbeat. Fourth we light it up, holidays on lock, pool tables bruised from our elbows, salt and lager thick as perfume. Ensenada-Newport race? Honey, we command this place like pirates. The Owner finally did somethin' right-floor don't grab my flip-flops, somebody's moppin'! Jeff's still king behind the bar, new gals laugh real, pour cold, TVs sharp as knives. Only hitch-get Cruisers to wing it over so we quit dodgin' Death Trap Balboa Boulevard. Five stars, fat tip, and girl-we're bringin' every neighbor, every sunburned neighbor's dog, every salty soul we love down here to share the buzz we just crashed into.“

“Fun place- great food. We went for my husbands birthday. It was fun“

“I was blown away - I had the best Spätzle ever, paired with a delicious German Riesling! The wait staff was amazing in every way. I enjoyed the creative look of the outdoor area with friends, then when we walked inside we saw an amazing Beatles cover band. Great experience!“

“Great beer selection to wash down the cheap but excellent sandwiches“

“Beautiful view of the ocean. We saw dolphins tonight from our table. The buttered lobster roll and clam chowder were perfect for tonight’s chilly weather.“