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Nightlife in Costa Mesa
With many of The OC’s most-beloved hot spots located right here in Costa Mesa, when the sun goes down in this cosmopolitan Southern California city, the nightlife comes on strong and the joints start jumpin’. So whether your taste is for cool jazz, hot rock, the club scene, or just about anything in between, we’ve got the memorable evening entertainment you’re on the lookout for. |
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Club M
680 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach,
CA
92651
Phone:
949.497.5646
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Mosun and Club M have been reinterpreting sushi and entertainment since 2000. Through our innovative concept of dining and entertainment we have made ourselves an Orange County landmark!
Located on PCH in the heart of beautiful Laguna Beach, Mosun & Club M offers something for everyone. The comfortable OC surfer attitude and a casual but hip atmosphere doesn’t deter celebrities, locals and tourists alike from what is coveted as Orange County’s hottest restaurant, nightclub and lounge all under one roof! Mosun blends great food, music and people watching to create the hippest vibe in town!
Web Site: http://www.mosunclubm.com/
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Club Vegas
1901 Newport Boulevard #11
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.548.9500
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This restaurant/lounge has the feel of Las Vegas in the 1950s. General admission is $20. No cover before 9:00 p.m. Martini bar. Dress code.
"Retro-chic" Vegas or Palm Springs lounge atmosphere. Main room boasts a blue, kidney-shaped dance floor, emulating a swimming pool, and can pack 700-800 partiers. The Stardust martini lounge looks straight out of "The Jetsons."
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Curtain Call Theater
690 El Camino Real
Tustin,
CA
92780
Phone:
714.838.1540
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The Curtain Call Dinner Theater distinguishes itself from other dinner theaters by being the first and only dinner theater to offer its patrons a menu and waiter service. For a Single price, you would be served a three-course dinner, along with a spectacular Broadway show. The Theater opens its doors on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and two shows on Sundays. Some of the signature entrees include: Greek Chicken, Lasagna, Salmon and Prime Rib.
Web Site: http://www.curtaincalltheater.com
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Darya Fine Persian Cuisine
1611 West Sunflower Avenue #E59
Costa Mesa,
CA
92626
Phone:
714.557.6600
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Your senses will feast upon Persian-inspired décor and mouthwatering cuisine at this exotic restaurant. Sample delicious appetizers, aromatic rice dishes and savory shish kebab. The upstairs is a beautiful location for a special event or business luncheon.
Top Rated Restaurant – Southern California Zagat Survey
Web Site: http://www.daryasouthcoastplaza.com
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Detroit Bar
843 West 19th Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
714.642.0600
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Detroit Bar is a comfortable Silverlake-meets-OC style setting with a reputation for top-notch, progressive musical programming.
Detroit Bar provides an opportunity to experience an eclectic mix of live performances by emerging indie-rock outfits and critically acclaimed touring acts, as well as a cutting-edge lineup of DJs spinning rare groove, underground hip-hop, house and electro.
Web Site: http://www.detroitbar.com
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Downtown Disney® District
1565 South Disneyland Drive
Anaheim,
CA
92802
Phone:
714.781.1844
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A dynamic dining, shopping, and entertainment district located in the heart of the Disneyland® Resort. Highlights include House of Blues, ESPN Zone and Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Club.
Web Site: http://www.downtowndisney.com
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Fullerton Civic Light Opera
Plummer Auditorium, 201 East Chapman Avenue
Fullerton,
CA
92832
Phone:
714.879.1732
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The Fullerton Civic Light Opera presents, at an affordable price, professionally cast live stage musicals for the enjoyment and cultural enrichment of our community.
Serving both Los Angeles and Orange County patrons, FCLO produces and presents award winning Classic Broadway Musicals. Please come help celebrate 35 years of award winning excellence.
Web Site: http://www.fclo.com
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Goat Hill Tavern
1830 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.548.8428
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This Costa Mesa hot spot is the place to enjoy a good beer! With over 100 beers on tap, there is plenty to choose from. The selection includes several quality craft brews, including: North Coast, Stone, Alesmith to name a few. The atmosphere is lively and the music's always turned up. With peanut shells lining the floor, Goat Hill also has 3 pool tables, a shuffle board table and fooz ball.
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Irvine Barclay Theater
4242 Campus Drive
Irvine,
CA
92612
Phone:
949.854.4646
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Irvine Improv
71 Fortune Drive
Irvine,
CA
92618
Phone:
949.854.5455
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It's where many of today's stars were born and continue to shine. The World Famous Improv Comedy has been the career-launching pad for many of today's familiar film and television faces.
Web Site: http://www.improv.com
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La Cave
1695 Irvine Avenue
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.646.7944
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Since opening on Valentine’s Day, 1962, La Cave has been a treasured Newport/Mesa steakhouse and jazz club. Enjoying an impeccable reputation for fine food and cocktails in a comfortable underground setting, La Cave remains a romantic hideaway and the perfect place to enjoy special occasions with friends and family. Live entertainment Mondays – Saturdays.
Web Site: http://www.lacaverestaurant.com
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Muldoon’s Dublin Pub & Celtic Bar
202 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach,
CA
92660
Phone:
949.640.4110
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Offering the very finest of Irish cuisine, spirits, music and cheer, coupled with the freshest foods, Muldoon’s has received the RAVE Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Culinary Arts by Coast Magazine and The People’s Choice Award for the Best Neighborhood Pub and Restaurant by the Orange County Register. Cuisine specialties include Irish stew, corned beef and cabbage, pot roast, and lamb, as well as salads, fresh fish, pastas and chicken.
Web Site: http://www.muldoonspub.com
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OC Pavilion
801 North Main Street
Santa Ana,
CA
92701
Phone:
714.550.0880
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Welcome to the OC Pavilion where luxurious entertainment awaits you! A venue second to none, the OC Pavilion offers a complete entertainment experience. Enjoy five-star dining in Ambrosia Restaurant, cocktails and live jazz in The Vault VIP Lounge, and an intimate concert in the beautiful theatre.
Web Site: http://www.ocpavilion.com
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Oysters
2515 East Coast Highway
Corona del Mar,
CA
92625
Phone:
949.675.7411
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Located just a few blocks from the ocean in Corona Del Mar, Oysters is a landmark at the junction of the Pacific Coast Highway and MacArthur Boulevard. The restaurant, a cosmopolitan, upbeat space, punctuated by live jazz and a full bar, is renowned for its inspired cuisine, award winning wine list and cutting-edge cocktails.
Web Site: http://www.oystersrestaurant.com/
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Pierce Street Annex
330 East 17th Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.646.8500
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Peirce Street Annex was voted Best of Citysearch Singles Scene 2007. Drink prices are rated the fairest in Orange County for any club that is sizable and provides music and dancing. It is not a restaurant, but half-pound hamburgers, bratwurst, spicy sausage and other great food is available to be cooked on the outdoor barbecue.
Web Site: http://www.piercestreetonline.com/
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Ristorante Mamma Gina
251 East Coast Highway
Newport Beach,
CA
92626
Phone:
949.673.9500
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Ristorante Mamma Gina has been a landmark in the challenging world of the most traditional Florentine cuisine in Italy since 1956. Come visit Mamma Gina's new wine bar, offering a great atmosphere for people looking to drink great wine and eat delicious Italian food. You will find you can dance the night way to some of the best "old time" rock n' roll. Entertainment on most nights.
Web Site: http://www.mammagina.com/
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Rusty Pelican
2735 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach,
CA
92663
Phone:
714-642-3431
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Rusty Pelican’s dining room is ideal for a special evening out if you’re in the mood for an outstanding meal. The intimate upstairs lounge features a commanding view of Newport Bay, four brand-new flat screens and a happy hour from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday night beginning at 8:30 p.m.
Web Site: http://www.rustypelican.com/
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Shark Club
841 Baker Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92626
Phone:
714.751.6428
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A gigantic shark tank, comfy lounge area, billiards, an awesome smoking patio and gay-night Thursdays are just a few of the features of the Shark Club. This popular club attracts an upscale, hip crowd. There are 27 pool tables and a 2,000-gallon shark tank.
Web Site: http://www.sharkclub.com
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SoBeCa
2930 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92626
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Join the progressive artsy-set at SoBeCa, South on Bristol Entertainment, Culture and Arts. Ongoing events include live acoustical music around the fire pit, freeway poetry series, open mike nights and free wi-fi. Whether it’s a coffee visit to the Gypsy Den or a specialty drink at Habana, this is the hip gathering place for the many locals with shared interest in fashion, arts and the outdoors.
Web Site: http://www.sobeca.net/
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Sutra Lounge
1870 Harbor Boulevard
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.722.7103
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Sutra Lounge offers guests an unabashedly tantric culinary experience in a sensual setting. They open for dinner from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. The Lounge is open until 2:00 a.m. and features hip-hop and house music played by a DJ. The enticing atmosphere will seduce diners entering the inviting 10,000-square-foot restaurant and lounge. From the aphrodisiac-inspired menu to the flavorful libations to the decor full of rich colors and comfortable banquettes, Sutra promises a total body and mind dining and entertainment experience.
Sutra Lounge can accommodate any type of event, from casual to formal, dining to cocktail reception, up to 500 people.
Web Site: http://www.sutrabar.com
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Tentation Ultra Lounge
4647 Macarthur Boulevard
Newport Beach,
CA
92660
Phone:
949.660.1010
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Ultra-cool lounge with an atmosphere that radiates excitement. Unmatched state-of-the-art lighting and audio/visual capabilities. Huge television plasma screens through-out. Buddha Patio has Moroccan gazebos, fire pits and a beautiful waterfall. A 48-foot bar also has a waterfall running full length of the bar area. Five VIP areas.
Web Site: http://www.tenrestaurantgroup.com/tentation/
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TerraNova
3350 Avenue Of The Arts
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
714.751.5100
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This Wyndham restaurant has one of the best locations for pre- or post-dinner dining or cocktail lounging while visiting the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. And while the glass structure sits almost directly across the street, the best view here is from the restaurant's patio, which overlooks a charming lake and fountain. The martinis are refreshing and strong and the coconut shrimp appetizer is crisp and flavorful. The menu is a mélange of some comfort-food pastas and then a smattering of contemporary California fare. On the weekends, dogs and their human companions hang out on the patio to nuzzle up and nosh on good buffet brunch fare.
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The Grove of Anaheim
2200 East Katella Street
Anaheim,
CA
92806
Phone:
714.712.2700
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Called dazzling and elegant by the press, the Grove of Anaheim is an intimate venue which brings headliners up-close-and-personal.
Web Site: http://www.thegroveofanaheim.com
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The Helm
1824 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.646.1428
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This divey bar is filled with an older crowd in the afternoon and a younger one at night. It serves as a change of pace from the "slicked-up" bar-scene, and is located next to two other popular bars: Goathill Tavern and Yard House.
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The Olde Ship British Pub and Restaurant
1120 West 17th Street
Santa Ana,
CA
92706
Phone:
714.550.6700
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What is a British pub? A pub is a state of mind, and that alone sets The Olde Ship apart from any other eating-and-drinking establishment. It is a place where relaxation, stimulation and conversation are the order of the day. In their "local", as the British refer to it, a sense of being "at home" is very much evident and it is the publican's job to ensure the maintenance of that atmosphere.
Web Site: http://www.theoldeship.com
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The Shark Club
841 Baker Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92626
Phone:
714.751.6428
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The Shark Club is a plush 12,000 square foot restaurant and night club with an industrial renaissance ambiance. The club features a 2000 gallon Shark Tank, two fireplaces, and seven mahogany and rosewood pool tables.
Web Site: http://www.sharkclub.com
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The Yard House
1875 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa,
CA
92626
Phone:
949.642.0090
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Award-winning Chef Carlito Jocson presents a savory menu of American Fusion cuisine coupled with Asian influences - his culinary trademark. Daily selections include appetizers, salads, designer pizzas, sandwiches, seafood, steaks and pastas. In addition to the extensive menu, there is an endless selection of draft beers. Valet parking is available.
Web Site: http://www.yardhouse.com/
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Tia Juana's Long Bar & Grill
14988 Sand Canyon Avenue
Irvine,
CA
92618
Phone:
949.551.2998
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At Tia Juana's, the atmosphere shifts nightly. Themes include Hip-hop, Top 40, Spanish Rock, Live-band Sundays, Country Nights, Salsa Music, Swing Dancing and KIIS FM College Nights.
Web Site: http://www.tiajuanas.com
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Valhalla Table
2981 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92626
Phone:
714.549.2960
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"Valhalla" is a great hall from Norse mythology where the chosen warriors would go eat and drink to celebrate after the battle.
Valhalla Table is where urban warriors gather to feast on curiously unique, house-made and all natural sausages, chef influenced street food along with other great grub fit for Odin. A place where craft beer is in abundance, friends exchange stories of valor and toast successes - all for the purpose of reviving the body and mind in preparation for life's next adventure.
Serving a selection of unique house-made sausages from the grill, with Belgium fries paired with variety of dips. And don't forget desserts which will be made from scratch by their sister company Layer Cake Bakery in Irvine.
The mission is very simple:
They want to make all natural house-made sausages that they (big-time foodies) would love, and pair them with artisan beers that their friends (big-time craft beer enthusiasts) would be ecstatic for.
Web Site: http://www.valhallatable.com/
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Westside Bar & Grill
512 West 19th Street
Costa Mesa,
CA
92627
Phone:
949.646.5615
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Westside is the best-kept secret in Costa Mesa. The atmosphere makes it feel more like a buddy's house than a bar. The restaurant is best-known for its pizza, burgers and a variety of sandwiches.
There are pool tables, live music and various other nightly activities, such as comedy on Wednesday nights, karaoke on Thursday nights along with open-mic nights and more.
Web Site: http://www.westsidebarandgrill.com/
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