Costa Mesa restaurants you'll love

Must-try Costa Mesa restaurants

SMOOTHIES • ICE CREAM • FROZEN YOGURT

Sunright Tea Studio

3313 Hyland Ave, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.7 (94 reviews)

Popular items
Jasmine Green Tea	$3.95
Freshly brewed Jasmine green tea is highly fragrant with a delicate bitter flavor
Strawberry Jasmine Tea	$4.95
Fresh strawberries blended with jasmine green tea to create a genuine strawberry flavored green tea
Thai Milk Tea	$4.75
Classic Thai tea combined with our signature house milk

WRAPS • BBQ • CHICKEN

Chixy Natural

488 E 17th St b104, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.9 (2127 reviews)

Popular items
Steak Paleo Bowl	$15.95
Flame broiled to order all natural steak with sweet potatoes, topped with broccoli, and carrots, and 2 sauce or dressing choice(s)
Combo #2	$12.95
1/2 flame broiled rotisserie chicken, 2 regular size side dishes, Plus 1 tortilla or 1 corn bread, and 2 sauce or dressing choice(s)
Combo #3 "Whole Chicken"	$26.95
1 Whole flame broiled rotisserie chicken, 2 large size side dishes of your choice, Plus 4 tortillas or 4 corn bread, and 4 sauce or dressing choice(s)

SMOOTHIES • SALADS • SANDWICHES

Jan's Health Bar

250 E 17th St, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.1 (404 reviews)

Popular items
Have'a Chips	$2.95

Kale Salad	$10.75

Protein Bowl	$9.95

Gunwhale Ales

2960 Randolph Ave, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Bait Ball - 6 Pack	$15.00
Unfiltered West Coast IPA- tropical, dank. Hops: Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic
Surf Bird- 4 Pack	$11.00
Golden Ale- Easy Drinkin, Crushable Ale. Dry, with some honey sweetness. low in bitterness
Orangewood - 4 Pack	$17.00
Hazy IPA- Notes of Tangerine, Papaya, Vanilla cake.

PIZZA • SALADS • CHICKEN WINGS

Rance's Chicago Pizza

1420 Baker St., Costa Mesa

Avg 4.2 (2625 reviews)

Popular items
14" Stuffed	$25.00
Deep Dish Pizza Pie filled with Mozzarella Cheese & Toppings, then Covered with a Thin Layer of Dough and Zesty Tomato Sauce.
12" Pan	$21.00
Deep Dish Pizza with Rance's Signature Buttery Crust, Mozzarella Cheese and Zesty Tomato Sauce.
Buffalo Wings	$11.00
Our wings in a mild and tangy house made buffalo sauce. All wings cooked in Peanut Oil

Descanso Restaurant

1555 Adams Ave. Suite 103, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.3 (2188 reviews)

Popular items
Family Style Pozole	$20.00
December Take Out Special!! For the month of December, enjoy a family size portion of our Pozole Rojo Soup in the comfort of your own home! FAMILY STYLE POZOLE // Serves 3-4 People Comes with 32oz of the Pozole Red Broth (Hominy, Guajillo Chile Broth, Pulled Pork, Red Onion, Chile Peron and Oregano) and all the additional fixings: Corn Tortilla Chips, Sliced Onions, Sliced Radishes, Shredded Lettuce, Oregano and our specialty Volcano Salsa. Simply Heat, Mix in ingredients and serve.
Clasico Guacamole	$11.00
Hass Avocado, Lime, White Onions, Serrano Chiles, Cilantro and Fresh Tortilla Chips
Chips, Chicharrones y Salsa	$4.00
Corn Tortilla Chips, Pork Chicharrones and Salsa Frita

Salty Bear Brewing Co.

2948 Randolph Ave, Costa Mesa

Avg 4 (132 reviews)

Popular items
Cerveza Horchata	$11.14
Ale made with rice, wheat, real vanilla and cinnamon - 5.0%
Strawberry Blonde	$11.14

Brown Bear Porter	$11.14

Eat's Sushi

1175 Baker st, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
ALBACORE DELIGHT ROLL	$6.00
IN:SPICY TUNA, CUCUMBER OUT: ALBACORE,CRISPY ONION, WITH GARLIC PONZU
SALMON ROLL(6PCS)	$4.00
6PCS/ SALMON, SESAME SEED INSIDE(SEAWEED OUTSIDE)
MISO SOUP	$1.50
Tofu, Seaweed, Green Onion

31 Beach Hut Deli

488 East 17th St, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Beach Meat Ball
Meat balls, marinara, provolone, cream cheese, parmesan, onions & peperoncinis on a toasted french roll. Dude: 460Cal/ Regular: 850Cal/ Large: 1250Cal/ X-Large: 1700Cal
Ham & Cheese
Includes mayo, mustard, pickles, tomatoes, onions, peperoncinis, lettuce & cheese. Dude: 270-440Cal/ Regular: 520-820Cal/ Large: 770-1210Cal/ X-Large: 1050-1650Cal
Chef's Salad	$9.95
Chopped ham, turkey, salami, bacon, jack cheese, cheddar cheese, avocado, onions, tomatoes & peperoncinis on your choice of spring mix, romaine, or spinach. 570-580Cal

Body Juice

1500 Adams Ave Ste 101, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.9 (36 reviews)

Popular items
🔥Clean Me Out Has Ginger
This juice will clean you out! It promotes anti-bacteria, lowers blood pressure, helps alleviate inflammation & promotes glowing skin. Rich in superfood. *Contains: Lemon+ginger+Kale+Apple+Mint (THIS JUICE IS SPICY!)
🔥The Cinnamon Roll Bowl	$11.25
This is one of our top-selling bowls. It contains over 10 grams of protein. It also has ceylon cinnamon which prevents heart disease, reduces inflammation, lowers BP, and is loaded with antioxidants. The rest of the recipe is proprietary but we can tell you there are zero artificial ingredients. The only sweeteners we use are either honey or agave, depending on your preference. Note* You can choose to have no sweetener as well.
🏋🏽‍♀️Gym Rat Smoothie	$8.25
This is for every gym rat. Contains over 20G Protein. Packed w/energy boosting foods, potassium. promote muscle building & recovery & relief from soreness. This is loaded with our all natural almond butter, vegan pea protein, organic cacao for energy, coconut and more! The rest of this recipe is proprietary, but we do not use any artificial ingredients! The only sweeteners we use are either honey or agave, depending on your preference. Note* You can choose to have no sweetener as well. Toppings: Coconut and Cocoa.

NNT Costa Mesa

2701 Harbor Blvd Suite E6, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Small Tater Tots	$3.00
crispy tots tossed in ranch seasoning
Smokey Pork + Mac	$6.50
mac-&-cheese \| sautéed onions \| sriracha \| sour cream \| green onion
It's a Date	$24.00
pick 4 tacos, includes a side of tater tots

Le Café - Costa Mesa

3070 S. Bristol # 170, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Chipotle Wrap	$7.99
Grilled Chicken Breast w/ Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese and our own Chipotle Sauce
Protein Omelet	$9.99
Bacon, Sausage and Cheese. choice of 2 items : Hash Browns, Toast, Sliced Tomatoes or Cottage Cheese (additional charge for Cottage Cheese)
Ultimate Cobb Salad	$9.99
Grilled Chicken Breast with Bacon, Avocado over Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Eggs, Croutons and Choice of Dressing.

Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee

270 East 17th Street Suite 18, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Butter & Salt	$3.75
Vanilla bean cake doughnut with brown butter glaze and fleur de sel.
*Choc-A-Lot	$4.75
Our signature raised chocolate doughnut, topped with a house made chocolate glaze and Valrhona Chocolate cocoa nibs.
Chai Latte	$5.00
Award-winning Australian Prana Chai with premium milk.

GRILL • FRENCH FRIES

Kenwood's Kitchen & Tap

1555 Adams Ave, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.5 (2 reviews)

Popular items
Garlic Herb Chicken	$17.50

Cowboy	$14.50

Sliders (3)	$14.00

PIZZA

Arc Food & Libations

3321 Hyland Ave, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.5 (3291 reviews)

Popular items
The Wedge	$25.00
grilled bacon, roquefort bleu
Fries	$9.00
hand cut, housemade catsup
Grilled Broccolini	$14.00
cheese, marinaded tomato fondue

SANDWICHES • GRILL • CHICKEN • FRENCH FRIES

The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa

196 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.6 (7099 reviews)

Popular items
Kid's Meal	$7.00
choice of nuggets, grilled chicken or grilled cheese + carrots or petite fries + a cookie & a kid's drink
Mini Biscuits	$6.00
miso-maple butter
5-Piece Bone-In Fried Chicken	$17.00
half Jidori Farm bird

Vitaly Caffe

2937 Bristol St Suite B103, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Lasagne Bolognese	$19.90
The original Bolognese Recipe with 5 layers of green pasta, bechamel, Parmigiano and Bolognese meat sauce
Antioxidant Vegan Soup	$8.90
VEGAN soup made of celery, carrots, onions, chard, kale, spinach, zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes . Served with Half Piadina classic
Fettuccine Gluten Free	$17.90
Enjoy our Gluten Free Hand made Pasta with a sauce of your choice

PIZZA

Al's New York Cafe

1673 Irvine Ave B, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.6 (4338 reviews)

Popular items
SM NYC Special	$16.50

16” X-Large Pizza	$17.95

LG Carnivore Pizza	$21.95

Pop Pie Co. 17th Street

270 E. 17th St. #17, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Steak & Ale Pie	$10.00
Slow-braised beef, barley, mushrooms, carrots, dark ale gravy.
Roasted Veggies & Yellow Curry (vegan)	$9.00
Roasted cauliflower, sweet potato, mushroom, yellow squash, red onion, carrot, red-skin potatoes, coconut milk
Key Lime Pie Slice	$7.00
A smooth and creamy light textured pie with the tangy flavors of fresh key limes, topped with a cloud of whip and key lime zest. One slice.

Eggslice

3313 Hyland Ave, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
CHICKEN KATSU, EGG, AND CHEESE	$7.99
PANKO CRUSTED CRISPY CHICKEN BREAST, LOCAL CAGE FREE OVER EASY EGG, AMERICAN CHEESE + HOUSE MADE CHILLI JAM MAYONNAISE ON A WARM BUTTERED AND TOASTED ARTISAN BRIOCHE BUN
FRESH SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE	$4.25
FRESHLY SQUEEZED IN HOUSE. 16 OZ GLASS
BACON, EGG, AND CHEESE	$7.99
APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON, LOCAL CAGE FREE OVER EASY EGG, AMERICAN CHEESE + HOUSE MADE CHILLI JAM ON A WARM BUTTERED AND TOASTED ARTISAN BRIOCHE BUN

Stafford Prime

350 Clinton Street, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Chicken Enchiladas (Tray - 12 pieces)	$40.00
charred organic yellow corn tortillas with chicken tinga & Monterey Jack cheese with tomatillo cream sauce
Lemon Chicken Soup (quart)	$18.00
jidori chicken breast simmered with potatoes, fennel & lemon zest finished with dill, scallion & chili
24 Hour Bone Broth (Quart)	$20.00
jidori chicken cooked with carrots, celery, onion, garlic & bay leaf

SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS

Nice Guys

615 W 19TH ST, COSTA MESA

Avg 4.9 (2396 reviews)

Popular items
BIG GUY	$9.99
Cheese, Lettuce, Onions, Pickles, Thousand Island
BBQ BACON CHEESEBURGER	$9.99
Cheese, bacon, onion ring, BBQ sauce
SPICY CHICKEN	$9.99
Lettuce, tomato, pickle & Chipotle sauce. Contains: Soy

Hola Adios Coffeeshop

120 Virginia Place, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.6 (260 reviews)

Popular items
Basic Biscuit Sandwich	$7.50
This Basic Bi...scuit uses an in-house fresh baked biscuit, topped with bacon, folded egg and sharp white Wisconsin cheddar.
Slow n' Low Barbacoa Burrito	$11.00
Slow n' low braised barbacoa beef, scrambled eggs, sopa de arroz, red radish, pickled red onion and a zesty avocado creme.
Huevos Florentine Burrito	$10.00
This simple vegetarian burrito combines fresh scrambled eggs, sautéed spinach, avocado, Wisconsin white cheddar and a creamy chipotle sauce.

2145

2145 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Margherita	$18.00
San Marzano Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, Olive Oil
Fries	$11.00
Garlic Herb Salt and Parmesan. With Garlic Aioli, Sriracha Mustard, and Ketchup
Kale Caeser	$13.00
Kale, Rosemary Croutons, Parmesan, Anchovy, House Made Caesar Dressing

FRENCH FRIES

Taco Mesa

647 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa

Avg 4.5 (142 reviews)

Popular items
Taco Alambre	$5.00
Steak, bacon, sweet peppers, onion & melted cheese.
Taco Shredded Beef	$4.00
Crispy corn tortilla with seasoned shredded beef, romaine, pico de gallo, crema & queso fresco.
Taco Steak	$4.50
Grilled marinated steak, cilantro & onion.

PIZZA • SALADS

The Pizza Press

901 South Coast Dr, Costa Mesa

Avg 4.6 (1314 reviews)

Popular items
20pc Wings ^	$18.95
20 ct Traditional Bone in Wings with choice of wing sauce, and side dipping sauce.
The Chronicle ^	$9.00
Extra virgin olive oil, mozzarella, imported artichoke hearts, grape tomato, red onion, crimini mushroom, chevre, and roasted red bell peppers, finished with fresh basil and basil pesto.
PYO Pizza ^	$9.85
Build a completely custom pizza with the day's freshest ingredients!

SANDWICHES • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES

Umami Burger

2981 Bristol St., Costa Mesa

Avg 4.5 (9138 reviews)

Popular items
Truffle Burger	$10.50
4oz smash patty, truffle aioli, truffle fondue, truffle glaze
Itoen Green Tea	$4.00
No sugar, no artificial coloring
Truffle Avocado Krispy Rice	$5.00
Truffle Avocado, Grilled Sushi Rice, topped with Serrano (2 pieces)

Nourish Organic

1170 Baker St Ste G2, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
Holy Kitchari	$6.00
Ayurveda's holy food. Simple, hearty stew of organic basmati rice, moong lentils, spices & vegetables. For balance, healing, digestive problems, cleansing, babies, the elderly and spiritual clarity.
Protein & Vegetable Daily Specials
Organic, nourishing vegetables. Prepared fresh, from scratch, daily.
Ancient-Grain Flat-Bread	$3.00
Our signature organic, whole-grain, ancient-Kamut flat bread. Made fresh each day from organic Kamut grains what we stone grind in-house each morning and purified, mineralized, re-structured water. Made fresh when you order, this is bread as it was eaten by ancestor, when 'bread' was synonymous with food itself.

MOULIN South Coast Plaza

3333 Bristol St Suite 2505, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
NICOIS SALAD	$15.00

TUNA	$10.00

PARIGOT- HAM & CHEESE	$9.00

Stella Jean's Ice Cream 17th Street

270 E 17th Street Suite 16, Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Popular items
S'mores - Pint	$12.00
Toasted marshmallow ice cream base with dark chocolate covered graham crackers and mini marshmallows. A fan favorite that will remind you of camping! One pint / 16 oz. / 473 ml.
Single Sugar Cone	$0.50
Single sugar cone. Great for kids scoops, single scoops, or even double scoops!
Set of Three Waffle Cones	$4.50
The most wonderful cone ever! Made with maple, brown sugar, gluten-free flour, and flax. Vegan & gluten-free for all to enjoy! Single cone.

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Must-try Costa Mesa restaurants

Sunright Tea Studio

Avg 4.7 (94 reviews)

Chixy Natural

Avg 4.9 (2127 reviews)

Jan's Health Bar

Avg 4.1 (404 reviews)

Gunwhale Ales

No reviews yet

Rance's Chicago Pizza

Avg 4.2 (2625 reviews)

Descanso Restaurant

Avg 4.3 (2188 reviews)

Salty Bear Brewing Co.

Avg 4 (132 reviews)

Eat's Sushi

No reviews yet

31 Beach Hut Deli

No reviews yet

Body Juice

Avg 4.9 (36 reviews)

NNT Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Le Café - Costa Mesa

No reviews yet

Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee

No reviews yet

Kenwood's Kitchen & Tap

Avg 4.5 (2 reviews)

Arc Food & Libations

Avg 4.5 (3291 reviews)

The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa

Avg 4.6 (7099 reviews)

Vitaly Caffe

No reviews yet

Al's New York Cafe

Avg 4.6 (4338 reviews)

Pop Pie Co. 17th Street

No reviews yet

Eggslice

No reviews yet

Stafford Prime

No reviews yet

Nice Guys

Avg 4.9 (2396 reviews)

Hola Adios Coffeeshop

Avg 4.6 (260 reviews)

2145

No reviews yet

Taco Mesa

Avg 4.5 (142 reviews)

The Pizza Press

Avg 4.6 (1314 reviews)