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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Knife Pleat

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

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Memphis Cafe

A critically acclaimed diner serving gourmet Southern home-style cooking from a classically trained chef whose strive for perfection will make you coming back for more.

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Broken Yolk Cafe

A Southern California favorite, Broken Yolk Cafe is famous for its extensive breakfast menu and hearty portions.

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Vegan by El Zamorano

Starting as a pop-up, Vegan by El Zamorano became Orange County's first and only vegan taqueria in 2020.

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Mitsuwa Marketplace

Mitsuwa Marketplace is a Japanese-style market featuring delicacies found in Japan, as well as a food court serving mostly authentic Japanese cuisine, everything from house-made udon to freshly prepared ramen.

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Golden Dragon

Known over Orange County as the best in Mandarin Chinese cuisine, Golden Dragon prepares authentic dishes with a unique flair.

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Randy's Donuts

Randy's Donuts is the most recognized donut shop in the world. The franchise started in 1952 and is known for its iconic, giant rooftop donut appearing in numerous movies and television shows.

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Black Knight Gastro Lounge

Black Knight Gastro Lounge proudly serves handcrafted cocktails, local and imported beers, a carefully selected wine collection, and small and large plate items that can be shared for any daytime or evening festivity.

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Tres Muchachos Seafood Grill

Tres Muchachos is a delicious seafood grill that offers a fusion of different tastes and flavors with a cozy, unique ambiance with eclectic décor.

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SOCIAL

SOCIAL Costa Mesa is a chef and ingredient-focused, new-American inspired restaurant, offering classic Southern dishes made with fresh California ingredients.

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