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®!
Dave's Hot Chicken
Street food sensation turned fast-casual hit, Dave's Hot Chicken brings the heat. Specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken and serving tenders & sliders.
Filomena’s Italian Kitchen & Market
Named one of the “Best Top 10 Italian Restaurants in the OC” and one of the “75 Best Places to Eat in the OC,” Filomena’s Italian Kitchen serves handmade pasta, pizzas and more.
Broken Yolk Cafe
A Southern California favorite, Broken Yolk Cafe is famous for its extensive breakfast menu and hearty portions.
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.
Outpost Kitchen at South Coast Plaza
Sustainable fare, including raw & vegan options, dominates the menu at this relaxed cafe. Made from local, organic, fresh produce, there is an abundance of delicious offerings.
Kuro Artisanal Pizza
Counter service artisanal pizza at The LAB Anti-Mall that fuses Italian concepts with Japanese flavors to provide a unique experience for anyone craving a slice of fresh, hot pizza.
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.
California Shabu Shabu
Orange County's first shabu-shabu restaurant, this establishment serves Japanese cooking using fresh and high-quality ingredients.
Pitfire Artisan Pizza
Pitfire Pizza is a non-traditional pizzeria that serves artisanal thin-crust pizzas made in a wood-burning oven.
Mendocino Farms Sandwich Market
A casual, fresh eatery offering hearty sandwiches and a fun gathering place for friends and family.
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