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®!
Phoholic
PhoHolic is a Vietnamese restaurant in Collage Culinary Experience specializing in the classic noodle soup dish, Pho.
El Matador
One of Costa Mesa's oldest restaurants, El Matador has been serving delicious Mexican food in its iconic location since 1966.
Vaca
Vaca is a the latest restaurant from executive chef Amar Santana, Bravo TV’s award-winning “Top Chef” series. The eatery is authentically Spanish, serving everything from tapas and savory paellas to prime steaks and ocean-caught seafood.
Al Forno Caffe
Al Forno Caffe's vision is to serve good food and excellent Italian wines in a convivial atmosphere. This Italian Faire is not only fresh and authentic, but affordable too!
Sushi Shibucho
Authentic, cozy Japanese restaurant serving sushi omakase style (chef's choice).
Quattro Caffé
Located inside of South Coast Plaza, this quaint Italian restaurant offers a variety of flavorful lunch and dinner options.
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.
Yard House
Yard House is an upscale-casual eatery known for great food, classic rock music and specialty beers on tap.
Playa Mesa Mexican Kitchen
Offering a refreshing approach to Mexican food and drink with fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
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.
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