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®!
Vaca
Vaca is a the latest restaurant from executive chef Amar Santana, Bravo TV’s award-winning “Top Chef” series. The eatery is authentically Spanish, serving everything from tapas and savory paellas to prime steaks and ocean-caught seafood.
Vegan by El Zamorano
Starting as a pop-up, Vegan by El Zamorano became Orange County's first and only vegan taqueria in 2020.
Plums Café
Inspired by Pacific Northwest influences, Plums Café and Catering has been a local favorite for more than 20 years, tucked away in a corner of Westside Costa Mesa.
Oak & Coal
Oak & Coal serves Yakitori, or Japanese meat skewers, using quality organic and hormone-free meats on Costa Mesa's 17th Street.
Susie Cakes
Susie Cakes is an all-American bakery offering classic desserts made from scratch using simple, natural ingredients, including layer cakes, cookies and pies.
The Den Cafe
More than just a coffee shop, The Den is part café, part venue and all community, serving vegetarian, vegan, organic food.
Outpost Kitchen
Sustainable fare, including raw & vegan dishes, are on the menu at this Westside Costa Mesa hotspot.
Egg LXIII
Inspired by flavors from New York to Tokyo, EGG LXIII offers high-quality, fast-casual service creating the most delicious and thoughtful egg sandwich combinations possible.
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