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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Tiger Plate

Tiger Plate is excited to introduce traditional poke taste along with the "best desserts in town." Offering poke bowls, hand rolls and shave ice.

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Vegan by El Zamorano

Starting as a pop-up, Vegan by El Zamorano became Orange County's first and only vegan taqueria in 2020.

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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.

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Kenwood's Kitchen and Tap

Located in Costa Mesa's Verde neighborhood, Kenwood's Kitchen and Tap is a family-owned and operated restaurant and bar that serves American comfort food featuring fresh, local ingredients.

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Eat's Sushi

Eat's Sushi is your neighborhood Sushi restaurant where passion meets flavor. Enjoy the highest quality sushi at the best price.

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Plums Café

Inspired by Pacific Northwest influences, Plums Café and Catering has been a local favorite for more than 20 years, tucked away in a corner of Westside Costa Mesa.

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Holé Smokes

Traditional Texas-style barbecue fare with a promise to serve 'Brisket Smoked Right!'

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Din Tai Fung

The world-famous xiao long bao dumpling house arrived first to OC at South Coast Plaza.

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Stella Jean’s Ice Cream

A small batch ice cream shop with chef-created ice cream flavors, made using the best ingredients.

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Rooster Café

Serving up your traditional American bacon and egg breakfast, and adding a twist with Mexican favorites, Rooster Café has been a hit with locals in Costa Mesa for decades.

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