Dining In Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is home to some of Orange County's finest restaurants, garnering local and national accolades. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated spot for a business meeting, taking your family out for fine dining, or want a quick bite after shopping, Costa Mesa has you covered as the culinary center of OC. Take a couple days to spend in Costa Mesa and experience not just a vacation, but an Eatcation®!
Good Town Doughnuts
Enjoy delicious handcrafted brioche doughnuts in unique flavors at The LAB shopping center.
Seabirds Kitchen
Seabirds Kitchen serves fresh and healthy vegan and vegetarian food for lunch and dinner from its restaurants at The LAB and South Coast Plaza.
Fermentation Farm
Handcrafted, fermented foods for a "Healthy Gut = Healthy Life." The eatery also has a retail health food store and offers classes on fermentation.
Salt & Lime
A chef-led, fast-casual taqueria, reimagining the classic taco with a modern twist.
Izakaya Hachi
Izakaya Hachi is a Japanese Gastropub located in the South Coast Metro neighborhood serving Japanese tapas, Yakitori, fresh oysters, ShabuShabu, traditional Sushi, and a unique variety of Sake.
Populaire Modern Bistro
Populaire features classic French bistro staples with an innovative, modern California twist.
MIÀN Gourmet Sichuan Noodle
The Michelin Bib Gourmand-award-winning MIÀN Gourmet Sichuan Noodle Restaurant serves traditional Chinese noodle dishes.
Playa Mesa Mexican Kitchen
Offering a refreshing approach to Mexican food and drink with fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Mezzet Mediterranean
Named for the wide array of Middle Eastern small plates—mezze—these tempting dishes, plus generous salads, savory kebobs and more are prepared in a bustling exhibition kitchen.