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®!
Kabob Republic
Kabob Republic specializes in authentic Turkish and Greek kabobs. Food critic Brad A. Johnson said that “the tri-tip beef döner is easily the best kabob in Orange County” and named the restaurant as one of his 75 Best Places to Eat in 2018.
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.
Al's New York Cafe
Serving up New York-style pizza, pasta, and more, Al's New York Cafe is dedicated to using top-quality ingredients and bringing delicious flavor to every plate!
La Cave
Located on the westside of Costa Mesa just over the Newport Beach border, this restaurant is an iconic steakhouse and jazz club.
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.
Hola Adios Coffeeshop
Hola Adios is inspired by the travels of the green buyers that source the coffees we serve—gone for weeks at a time, living simply and visiting coffee farmers in North, Central and South America and Africa.
Oak & Coal
Oak & Coal serves Yakitori, or Japanese meat skewers, using quality organic and hormone-free meats on Costa Mesa's 17th Street.
Zach's Chicken
Zach's calls itself "the best fried chicken in Southern California" for good reason.
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.