South Coast Metro

Outdoor patio with empty tables and red umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and colorful flower pots, in front of shops and restaurants at Metro Pointe Costa Mesa on a sunny day.

Some places make you choose between shopping, food, or a night out. This isn’t one of them. South Coast Metro blends high-end shopping, award-winning dining, and world-class performances, all within a few walkable blocks. Centered around South Coast Plaza and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, it’s Costa Mesa’s go-to for a little bit of everything done really well.

Hot bowls. Cool plans.

This stretch of Costa Mesa serves more ramen per block than places like Japantown, San Francisco or Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. It starts in the SoBeCa District and runs straight through South Coast Metro, lined with spots that take their broth seriously.

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A little extra, in every direction.

Shopping might be the main event, but it’s not the only one. Inside South Coast Plaza, the Jewel Court dome pulls you in with 7,000+ pieces of colored glass doing their thing overhead. Step outside, and TeWinkle Park shifts the pace entirely with 49 acres of open space, a lake, and just enough quiet to have a little afternoon reset.

Colorful stained glass dome ceiling viewed from below, featuring geometric patterns in red, yellow, blue, and green radiating outward from a central circular point—a striking sight along the Costa Mesa Art Walk.

Jewel Court Dome

TeWinkle Park

Pack your appetite.

Dining here doesn’t pick a lane. From comforting ramen to Michelin-recognized dining at Knife Pleat, the range speaks for itself. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic or something a little less expected, you’ve got options.

An overhead view of a wooden table set with plates of gourmet dishes reminiscent of Michelin star restaurants in Orange County, featuring fish with sauce, vibrant salads, a dessert, elegant garnishes, and neatly placed cutlery and napkin.

Knife Pleat

Outpost Kitchen

Karl Strauss Brewing Company

Big names. Great finds. All here.

From global luxury to everyday finds, South Coast Metro covers just about every kind of store in one place. Find designer labels and your favorite brands at South Coast Plaza, with even more staple stops at Metro Pointe.

South Coast Plaza

Metro Pointe

A room right in the middle of it.

Stay close at The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa, or Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County. These spots keep you right in the mix. When the day stretches a little longer than expected, it’s nice not to go far.

The Westin South Coast Plaza

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Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

See more of the city.

Keep exploring all of Costa Mesa and uncover the neighborhoods, local favorites, and award-winning flavor that make this city endlessly discoverable.

Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde is where Costa Mesa slows down and savors the day. With sprawling parks like Fairview and Estancia, and boutique shopping at SOCO & The OC Mix, this neighborhood is perfect for open-air adventures and unrushed afternoons.

Two people sit on a grassy bank near a pond with ducks and geese, surrounded by trees and a small waterfall in the background on a sunny day in the heart of the Central Costa Mesa neighborhood.

Central

From the bustling OC Fair & Event Center to family-friendly escapes like TeWinkle Park and action-packed fun at Costa Mesa Skate Park, there’s always something happening in this hub.

Two women browse a wall display of colorful cards and books in a cozy, well-lit shop with wooden shelves and hanging paper decorations, nestled in Costa Mesa’s vibrant theater arts district. One woman holds a card while the other looks on.

SoBECA District

Trendy, eclectic, and full of energy, SoBECA is where Costa Mesa urban edge thrives. Find craft breweries like Green Cheek and Salty Bear and creative shops like The Inconvenience Store, all within walking distance.

Five people gather around a worktable in a leather workshop in the heart of the theater arts district Costa Mesa, wearing aprons and smiling as they discuss leather pieces and tools, with materials and supplies organized on shelves and the table.

Westside

Laid-back meets plenty of personality on the west side. Cozy, locals-only cafés and only-in-Costa-Mesa boutiques stand next to manicured parks and quiet streets. It’s the perfect neighborhood to slow down and see where the day takes you.

Two people sit and talk outside a building with an arched entrance labeled Mercado Mesa, nestled in the vibrant theater arts district of Costa Mesa. The scene is sunny, with plants and trees nearby and a window displaying items on the building’s right side.

Eastside

With easy access to Newport Back Bay and trendy urban corners, Eastside has a little something for everyone. Wander 17th Street for Instagram-worthy bites and longtime local favorites like Hi-Time Wine Cellars and Sidecar Doughnuts.

A modern concert hall with curved glass architecture and warm lighting stands next to a fountain with arcing water jets in the heart of Costa Mesa’s theater arts district, set against a city skyline at dusk.

Theater & Arts District

Welcome to Costa Mesa’s cultural heartbeat. World-class shows at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, intimate performances at South Coast Repertory, and the city’s newest modern collection at UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art.

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