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®!
Milligram Coffee and Kitchen
Milligram Coffee + Kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and happy hour within Paseo 17, a Spanish-style plaza.
Water Grill Orange County
A successful SoCal premium seafood chain with its only OC location at South Coast Plaza.
Le Chateau Garden Bistro
In the flagship Ayres hotel, a hidden gem serving American cuisine with a European flair.
Arc Food and Libations
With a wood-burning oven that produces hearty, delicious dishes to the large bar where handcrafted cocktails are served, Arc Restaurant is a contemporary American eatery that offers guests a treat for the senses.
The Capital Grille
This restaurant is known for its dry-aged, hand-carved steaks, fresh seafood and extensive award-winning wine list.
Milk & Honey
Milk & Honey offers teas, shaved ice, frozen yogurt, coffee drinks, baked goods and other small bites in a cozy setting.
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.
MoonGoat Coffee Roasters
Stop by their flagship location in Costa Mesa for a warm welcome, tasty snacks, and delicious beans sourced from a conscious, global network.
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.
The Crack Shack
“Top Chef: All Stars” winner Richard Blais adds a gourmet touch to a fried chicken classic at The Crack Shack on 17th St.
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