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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The Capital Grille

This restaurant is known for its dry-aged, hand-carved steaks, fresh seafood and extensive award-winning wine list.

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Mogu Mogu

This popular L.A. Ramen/Mazemen restaurant adds a new noodle to Costa Mesa's Ramen Row.

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Salt & Lime

A chef-led, fast-casual taqueria, reimagining the classic taco with a modern twist.

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Izakaya Hachi

Izakaya Hachi is a Japanese Gastropub located in the South Coast Metro neighborhood serving Japanese tapas, Yakitori, fresh oysters, ShabuShabu, traditional Sushi, and a unique variety of Sake.

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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.

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Verde Kitchen

Located in The MET, Verde Kitchen serves up produce from their own gardens on their breakfast and lunch menus.

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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.

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Sushi Imari

Sushi Imari is a hidden gem located in a small shopping center off of Bristol Street. Although it is tricky to find, Sushi Imari has gained a reputation for its incredible hospitality, amazing sushi and delicious dishes.

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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.

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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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