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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We Olive & Wine Bar

We Olive & Wine Bar specializes in small-production, California wines and olive oils and small plates.

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Basil Mediterranean Grill

Basil Mediterranean Grill serves an authentic Mediterranean menu with antibiotic and hormone free beef, chicken and lamb.

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Knife Pleat

Knife Pleat is a French restaurant created by Michelin-starred chef Tony Esnault and restaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi.

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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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Beach Pit BBQ

Beach Pit BBQ brings authentic Southern BBQ to California with its perfected BBQ dishes.

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Folks Pizzeria

Named one of Orange County’s Best Pizzas by The Orange County Register, Folks serves naturally leavened pizzas, natural wines and more!

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Feng Cha Tea House

Feng Cha Tea House features a wide variety of teas, boba and desserts with a passion for also providing a comfortable teahouse experience to their customers.

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Phoholic

PhoHolic is a Vietnamese restaurant in Collage Culinary Experience specializing in the classic noodle soup dish, Pho.

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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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The Halal Guys

The Halal Guys, New York City's famous food cart famously known for its gyro sandwiches, chicken-and-rice platters and mystery white sauce inspired by the Middle East, has opened its first OC location right here in Costa Mesa.

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