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®!
Westwood Coast
Westwood Coast is a country-inspired restaurant featuring elevated food, handcrafted drinks, and live entertainment.
Mochinut
Served in 25 different flavors, a Mochinut (or mochi donut) is like no sweet treat you've ever tried before.
Bonchon
Located in the Costa Mesa’s Mesa Verde neighborhood and originally founded in South Korea, Bonchon is a family-friendly location serving Korean-style fried chicken.
Habana
Relax on the patio or in the dining room with one of the authentic Cuban dishes like the ropa vieja or the plantain-crusted chicken.
Birdie Bowl and Juicery
Birdie Bowl and Juicery in The OC Mix serves acai and pitaya bowls, cold-pressed juices and nut mylks.
Vegan by El Zamorano
Starting as a pop-up, Vegan by El Zamorano became Orange County's first and only vegan taqueria in 2020.
Shunka Sushi & Japanese Cuisine
Sushi is the star of this Japanese restaurant, with seasonal omakase plates made from fish flown in from Japan daily.
'Ai Pono Cafe
Straight from the islands, 'Ai Pono Cafe's owners specialize in Hawaii Street Food. Come in and see for yourself what authentic “Hawaii Street Food” is supposed to be!
GEWL
GEWL (Good Eats With Laura) is a music-themed sandwich shop located inside The Hood Kitchen Space in Costa Mesa - because good food deserves a soundtrack.
Paradise Dynasty
The debut of Paradise Dynasty in the U.S. at South Coast Plaza. The Singaporean eatery is known for their colorful xiao long bao and other dim sum favorites.



















