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®!

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2145 Eats

2145 Eats offers a unique culinary experience grounded in simplicity. This Costa Mesa restaurant serves Neapolitan pizzas in a laid-back atmosphere.

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Moulin at South Coast Plaza

With several other locations across Orange County, Moulin is continuing to welcome Paris to Costa Mesa as it opens its second restaurant in the city.

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Breakfast Republic

Breakfast Republic serves up tasty takes on American breakfast and brunch classics plus cocktails, craft beers, kombucha and coffee. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available.

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Vietnam's Pearl

Vietnam's Pearl serves authentic pho, spring rolls, stir-fry and banh mi.

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Leatherby's Cafe Rouge

One of the restaurants at the heart of Orange County's cultural epicenter is Leatherby's Café Rouge, in the incomparable Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.

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Sweetfin

Sweetfin creates Poke Bowls from sustainable fish and local produce. With a focus on flavor and quality ingredients, this Chef-driven fast casual restaurant makes delicious California-inspired poke and plant-based bowls.

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SOCIAL

SOCIAL Costa Mesa is a chef and ingredient-focused, new-American inspired restaurant, offering classic Southern dishes made with fresh California ingredients.

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Mercado González

Experience the flavors of Mexico without leaving Costa Mesa.

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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.

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NÜDAE Coffee

NÜDAE Coffee exists because it’s never too late to start anewnew beginnings, new opportunities, a new day.

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