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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El Matador

One of Costa Mesa's oldest restaurants, El Matador has been serving delicious Mexican food in its iconic location since 1966.

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Amorelia Mexican Cafe

Amorelia Mexican Café serves authentic Michoacan-style Mexican cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers diners traditional poultry, meat and seafood dishes plus appetizers, soups and salads.

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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.

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Pitfire Artisan Pizza

Pitfire Pizza is a non-traditional pizzeria that serves artisanal thin-crust pizzas made in a wood-burning oven.

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Prince Street Pizza

Prince Street Pizza has launched its very first Orange County location in Costa Mesa, bringing its legendary, mouth-watering slices straight from New York to the heart of Southern California!

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Yard House

Yard House is an upscale-casual eatery known for great food, classic rock music and specialty beers on tap.

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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.

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Avila's El Ranchito

Avila's El Ranchito serves the freshest, homemade Mexican cuisine.

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Il Dolce

With award-winning Neopolitan-style pizza and handmade pastries, Il Dolce is a favorite among foodies.

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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.

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