27 Best Cafes in Costa Mesa

“Stopped in this cafe on a whim today and was so happy I did. I got the breakfast sandwich with bacon. Everything was cooked to perfection. The sourdough was amazingly good, crisp and chewy, and the eggs were fluffy. The staff was so friendly and nice and the pricing was very reasonable. Wished I took photos but it was too good and I ate it so fast! Highly recommend this spot.“

“Amazingly wholesome food. I came across this local business and it was so well prepared, you could taste the love and care that goes into their meals. I spoke with the owner as I was waiting for my food and you can tell that he really cares about his customers and preparing quality food. They cater too! If you are staying at the Hilton, you must try out this place!“

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“After our quick flight we were looking for a spot to grab coffee and a bite before a show at the Segerstrom Center. Most of the nearby recs on Reddit were super upscale—not really our vibe. We’re into the arts, sure, but we’re also lowkey and prefer somewhere relaxed. So glad we found Hola Adios. The coffee hit the spot, the breakfast burritos were delicious, and the chill, youthful energy of the place made us feel right at home. Definitely recommend if you’re in the area and want good food without the fuss.“

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

“O.B is the only coffee shop in OC who HAS NOT BURNT my espresso!! The iced latte is delicious simply with organic milk and a little maple. NO pretentious hipster energy here unlike many other shops around town. For the people who love nerding out on coffee, you'll love this place“

“I chose this experience to celebrate my birthday, and it didn't disappoint. Zack, my waiter, revived me very kindly, and explained to me the whole menu. He understood my personal taste to craft me a cocktail and then I just got immerse in the flavors and the ambience. Thank you very much for the hospitality, I had a great Birthday celebration ???“

“Such a great menu selection and they were eager to make modifications as requested. The mimosas were perfect and we ordered their famous cinnamon roll as an appetizer. The cinnamon roll lives up to its reputation- YUM! The food was very delicious with just the right seasoning. The service is personable without encroaching on conversations. We are definitely going back again and again!“

“The iced chai, churro latte (hot or cold) and their bagels are to die for. I live out of state but cannot wait to go back when I’m in So Cal! Employees are so nice too - seems as though they are very happy working there:)“

“The employees at this 7 Leaves are always so nice and fast! The decor is minimalist, but I always get my drinks to go anyway. My favorites are the assam milk tea and summer mint tea! Pro tip: you can get the assam milk tea with no ice for no extra charge. But I typically do light ice. Plenty of parking.“

“Amazing deli, with great healthy food.The front of house staff was super nice and the kitchen was incredibly fast considering it was lunchtime.The prices were incredible and the value included a pickle spear and a small pasta salad.A lot of food for under $11!Thanks for a great lunch!!“

“Love our experience at Eightfold Tea Shoppe this past weekend. The girl working was very efficient and was straightforward with us letting us know that the drinks were going to take a little bit longer than usual as there were several orders ahead of us and she was the only one at the moment. It was definitely worth the wait, the drinks were made to perfection; good balance with the tea taste and sweetness. We ordered the Earl grey cheese cream and mango swirl.

Will definitely be coming back next time we are in the area.“

“This place is a nice, little gem in the mall. The food is good, though it took a bit of time to get it. Honestly, the best part about the place is the staff. I was served by two lovely ladies who were quite kind and professional. If I'm ever in the area again, I'll certainly come back through for another Italian dish :)“

“We always eat here before the theatre. Food is great, service is great, and very convenient. I like dining and then walking over to the theatre.“

“So much fun! Been here multiple times. Had so much fun the first time I had to bring back my adult daughters to check it out. Can’t wait for the next trip.“

“friendly, knowledgeable staff. I let them know it was my first time and they took the time to explain everything in detail. They even put on the cup "enjoy your first time " the coffee is outstanding!“

“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.“

“This is small place. They have a very good variety of coffee. I love the Ethiopian. I kind of retired my Nesspresso machine because of the Wilson Coffee. 😱“

“Service was amazing and food was great! I’m in a food coma with the sample Mimosas that put me into the coma“

“Very nice place overall. The pricing is on the expensive side, but that's to be expected at a place like South Coast Plaza. Not to mention, the welcoming and hospitable staff make up for it. Perfect place to get a nice cup of coffee in the midst of a shopping-spree!“

“I came here with my 3 daughters from Corona. I loved the atmosphere. It's outdoors, not a big line. Many dessert options to choose from. I had the chicken pesto sandwich. We most enjoyed the outdoor seating and having a relaxing time with our dessert and drinks.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Amazing food!!If you are away from home and are looking for fast delicious food but homemade feeling, this is the spot for you! Everything is made when you place your order so its always fresh!?Friendly! Above and beyond customer service. Thanks again for the excellent service!Ps- you dont have to stay at hotel to dine in or order food here!“

“Again the food was very good.The appetizer was a mini burger made with very good beef. tasty with a surprise of a sweet pickle vs the usual dill. I normally dislike these but in this case it worked well as the pickle was not overly flavored w anise.My daughter had a wedge salad with a dressing much like Boursin cheese in a good way.I had a Turkey horse shoe sandwich ..this is a bit of white toast w a bit of turkey breast a few fries and a white sauce sort of like a taste of an open face roast turkey sand with . it was also very tasty well seasoned the turkey had nice texture was moist not dry. the withe sauce was velvety not starchy.we both had the same main..a Cornish pasty. In Northern Michigan these are as ubiquitous as burgers. normally they are made with a short cut pastry which tend to be sturdy and hard and very filling. this was like a savory flaky pie shell a nice surprise! the filling was proper meat potato and rutabaga well made tender and tasty.the wild rice cake was different. a bit denser than it need be the wild rice was a bit lost.the desert was..godd except I really do not care for buckeyes..I like peanut butter, but not the added stuff. It was well made balanced tasted as it should . Please if you like buckeyes this was a good one, just not my thing. the apple cake was very good rich and the apple had a strong flavor and was tart enough to offset the sweetness.

Parking: lots of close parking.“

“The cakes and tarts are great, but unfortunately they don't have an oven and don't heat up their croissants! Which is a bummer because cold and stale aren't the best. But other pastries like mille feuille and lemon tart were incredible. Best mille feuille I've had in OC! There's no place to sit inside the cafe, but you can take your food and pastries to the general complex with portola etc, and there's lots of open seating spaces there“

“I was asked if I wanted to top off my shaved ice with condensed milk and I said yes which was the most delicious decision I ever made however I think I might be lactose intolerant because my stomach hurted a little bit after this but it's not their fault“

“Been shopping here for a while , and I can say things have changed for the best ! I love the new location and look! Things just keep improving here ! Recent visit was one of my best , everything was so professional and I was able to get all my needs and questions addressed for my purchases - Carlos was extraordinarily helpful ! Very professional! Thanks“