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®!
Oak & Coal
Oak & Coal serves Yakitori, or Japanese meat skewers, using quality organic and hormone-free meats on Costa Mesa's 17th Street.
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.
Le Shrimp Noodle
A prawn lover's delight, Le Shrimp Noodle fuses Chinese and Japanese flavors in a unique take on ramen. The Singapore favorite offers several varieties of ramen, along with appetizers such as wontons and spring rolls.
Fireside Tavern
Savor Orange County's twist on American tavern cuisine crafted from fresh, local ingredients at Fireside Tavern. Experience a curated menu featuring craft beer, wine, and cocktails.
The Crack Shack
“Top Chef: All Stars” winner Richard Blais adds a gourmet touch to a fried chicken classic at The Crack Shack on 17th St.
Verde Kitchen
Located in The MET, Verde Kitchen serves up produce from their own gardens on their breakfast and lunch menus.
Hana re Sushi
Hana re Sushi is a Michelin-recognized sushi bar serving an exclusive omakase dining experience.
Din Tai Fung
The world-famous xiao long bao dumpling house arrived first to OC at South Coast Plaza.
Portola Coffee Lab
A real experience in coffee chemistry, this whimsical coffee shop in The OC Mix modeled after a laboratory is mixing up award-winning coffee drinks.
Capital Noodle Bar
An offshoot of the famous Capital Seafood, custom made-to-order noodle dishes and traditional Chinese fare.



















