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Il Dolce
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.9
(436)
Known for using only natural, fresh ingredients, Il Dolce specializes in Italian cuisine. Along with a variety of pastas, salads, patrons can select from a number of pizza menu options. Inspired by authentic pies made in Naples, each pizza at Il Dolce is prepared in a wood-fire oven, giving it an authentic, smoky flavor.Family owned and operated, this award-winning restaurant provides a cozy, comfortable environment where pizza enthusiasts can watch their pies being prepared. Guests dining at Il Dolce can also enjoy a glass of wine, beer or a cocktail. Dessert items along with a special gluten-free menu are also available.
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Petrossian at Tiffany
Price: Very Expensive
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French
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4.9
(245)
The new Petrossian at Tiffany restaurant concept—located at Tiffany & Co. South Coast Plaza—brings a one-of-a-kind dining experience to Southern California. With the world’s finest caviar and a French-influenced contemporary menu, Petrossian’s Executive Chef Carlos Cabrera masterfully unites the art of caviar with the Tiffany & Co. tradition of excellence.
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Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Costa Mesa
Price: Very Expensive
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Japanese (Yakiniku)
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4.9
(150)
Authentic Japanese Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant.
Manpuku Community!
We are now open for inside dinning ONLY.
Please call at 714-708-3290 if you have any questions. Thank you!
-Restaurant Policy-
We hold reservations for 10 minutes. If your party has not arrived or called via phone within 10 minutes after your reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to mark your reservation as a no-show or cancellation. Time limit of 1hour 45 min dinning must be required for all party. Please check in before your reservation time.
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Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Mediterranean
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4.8
(201)
Ruscello is a full-service restaurant featuring Mediterranean and Italian-inspired cuisine. The menu is bold in flavor, focusing on great appetizers, salads, sandwiches, brick-oven pizzas, pastas, entrées and housemade desserts. Guests can choose to sit in the dining room or enjoy a drink and food offering in the bar area.
Ruscello is located on the third floor of Nordstrom South Coast Plaza, on the corner of Bristol & Sunflower.
We are open for dine-in service and outdoor patio dining and to-go orders with Curbside Pickup. Call (714) 850-2510 to place your order.
Join us for Brunch on weekends
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Bei Restaurant
Price: Moderate
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Lebanese
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4.7
(25)
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Seasons 52 - Costa Mesa
Price: Expensive
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American
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4.8
(8856)
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
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Lemon & Thyme
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.8
(61)
Lemon & Thyme Costa Mesa Is proud to bring you an exceptional dining experience that celebrates the rich tapestry of flavors around the world.
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Maizano Cocina
Price: Expensive
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Mexican
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4.7
(81)
Maizano
Nestled in the heart of Costa Mesa, Maizano offers traditional Mexican cuisine paying tribute to Mexican gastronomy through our main ingredient: corn masa.
The word Maizano comes from a combination of the two most important pillars of the restaurant:
• Maiz
• Paisano
Maizano boasts a menu that celebrates the diverse culinary heritage of Mexico. Diners can savor exquisite dishes like Mole Poblano, Pipián verde, snacks made from masa like Panuchos, and perfectly grilled carne asada. The extensive tequila and mezcal selection complements the cuisine, offering an array of handcrafted cocktails.
The elegant interior is adorned with hand-painted murals and Mexican “artesanias” creating an ambiance that’s both inviting and luxurious. Maizano offers indoor dinning and a terrace service.
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Filomena's Italian Kitchen
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(91)
Filomena's Italian Kitchen serves old-world cuisine in a cozy setting in Costa Mesa. The restaurant is a labor of love for owner and chef Linda Johnsen, who has translated her Italian heritage and family recipes into a flavorful comfort food menu. From her grandmother's Sunday sauce gracing the chicken, veal and eggplant parmesan to the classic sauce in the pappardelle bolognese, traditional ingredients stand out at Filomena's Italian Kitchen. Johnsen has put her own stamp on the menu with creations like champagne chicken and agro dolce calamari (shrimp and calamari tossed in a sweet tangy glaze with pine nuts, raisins and sweet peppers).In addition to traditional first-course options like caprese angel hair pasta, entree and seafood specialties, Filomena's also serves a selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian pizzas and calzones. End your meal at Filomena's Italian Kitchen on a sweet note with tiramisu, cannoli or flourless chocolate cake.
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The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa
Great vibe
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Price: Very Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.9
(4829)
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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Water Grill - South Coast Plaza
Price: Expensive
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Seafood
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4.8
(8024)
Water Grill South Coast Plaza is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located across from South Coast Plaza - just steps from the Segerstrom Center of the Arts - Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza also offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your business meetings and special events.
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Habana - Costa Mesa
Price: Expensive
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Cuban
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4.6
(2673)
Habana is located inside The Lab in Costa Mesa. Habana features a beautiful and romantic patio and an intimate bar that will transport you to the heart of Cuba. Enjoy our Cuban-inspired menu and handcrafted fresh Mojitos.
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The Plot - Costa Mesa
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Expensive
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Vegetarian
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4.6
(75)
The Plot team is led by Jessica and Davin Waite, who have been at the forefront of San Diego's culinary scene for over a decade. The duo has earned a loyal following for their inventive and sustainable approach to seafood and plant-based dishes, gaining the attention of critics and culinary innovators far and wide as well as accolades including being named San Diego Magazine’s “Best New Restaurant of the Year” in 2020, VegNews’ “San Diego’s Best Vegan Restaurants” in 2022, and Tasting Table’s “20 Best Restaurants in San Diego” in 2023.
The Plot in Costa Mesa is located in The Camp, a sustainably focused center that highlights unique local businesses. Parking can be a bit tough at The Camp, depending on the time of your visit. In addition to parking in the main lot, Randolph Ave. is another option. Customers can walk through Camp Out into The Camp. Also, Valet service is available in the main lot. The price is $8. Valet is available Thursday through Sunday.

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From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • Colinvip
    Orange County •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We absolutely love Vitaly! We had our first date here and recently celebrated five years together our last time at the caffe. You can’t go wrong for any type of event, and it’s a great place just to walk up and grab a fantastic coffee!
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    Vitaly CaffePrice: Expensive• Italian• Costa Mesa
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    4.6
  • Mike
    Los Angeles •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Very cool loungy restaurant. Turned into a club vibe around 9-10 on Friday so get there beforehand if you're looking to sit down and eat. Parking was a mess so we parked across the street behind Wahoo's. Oddly, one of the receptionists couldn't find our reservation until the other girl mentioned that it might be an opentable reservation.
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    Mesa RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Costa Mesa
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    4.5
  • Regina
    Los Angeles •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    You just can’t go wrong here. The food was delicious as were the drinks ! Definitely try one of their Mojitos so yummy. Our waitress was so accommodating and friendly. We love sitting on the patio for dinning as it has such a beautiful atmosphere. Do know the shared parking lot is small and tight so you may have to go looking for parking but don’t let that deterrent you from going here.
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    Habana - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Costa Mesa
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    4.6
  • lia
    Los Angeles •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on 24 Aug 2024
    Very DELICIOUS snapper carpaccio but the yellowtail was interesting with olive oil - would not get yellowtail next time.
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    Izakaya Hachi Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Costa Mesa
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    4.7
  • Lori
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 22 Aug 2024
    This is my first time at this restaurant, I came with eight friends for my birthday. I am the only Vegan and everybody loved the food. Our waiter was amazing and so kind. I felt like we got quite a bit for the price. I will definitely be back and can’t wait to try other dishes on the menu.
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    The Plot - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian• Costa Mesa
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    4.6

Trending dishes in Costa Mesa

Explore dishes that diners are raving about
Prime Rib Bones
Prime Rib Bones
Gulliver's Restaurant
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4.6
Wedge Salad
Wedge Salad
Claim Jumper - Costa Mesa
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4.4
Asian Chicken Salad 20
Asian Chicken Salad 20
Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens
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4.8
Shrimp-Crab Cake
Shrimp-Crab Cake
Market Broiler-Huntington Beach
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4.6
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich
Great Maple - Fashion Island
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4.4
Seafood Paella
Seafood Paella
Bayside Restaurant
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4.7

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Discover Costa Mesa

Home to the largest shopping mall on the West Coast as well as Orange County's airport, Costa Mesa is also one of the OC's favorite food destinations. Sample fine French dining on the roof of huge South Coast Plaza or taste European-inspired small plates with exotic ingredients in a trendy eatery. Seafood restaurants aren't plentiful, but you'll find some of the county's Asian-style hot crab and shrimp restaurants in this Costa Mesa neighborhood. Eclectic restaurants gather near John Wayne Airport where surprisingly excellent breakfast spots are hidden in anonymous-looking office parks and grand sushi restaurants share parking lots with high-end Mexican food establishments.

Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in Costa Mesa include Water Grill - South Coast Plaza, Seasons 52 - Costa Mesa and Butcher’s House Brasserie

Restaurants with gluten-free options in Costa Mesa are Seasons 52 - Costa Mesa, Water Grill - South Coast Plaza and AnQi

Bottomless brunch in Costa Mesa is available at Seasons 52 - Costa Mesa, Water Grill - South Coast Plaza and Plums Cafe

The most romantic restaurant in Costa Mesa is Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

Restaurants in Costa Mesa with a great view include Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar, Westwood Coast and Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

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