Best of Costa Mesa, CA
Known for South Coast Plaza
About Costa Mesa
Located in Orange County, Costa Mesa transformed from a semi-rural farming community into an urban center after its 1953 incorporation. The city now encompasses part of the South Coast Plaza–John Wayne Airport edge city, which serves as one of the region's largest commercial clusters.
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The best of Costa Mesa
Best Restaurants in Costa Mesa
115 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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AnQi Bistro
AnQi Bistro serves Vietnamese cuisine in the South Coast neighborhood.
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Bosscat Kitchen and Libations
Bosscat Kitchen and Libations is a restaurant located in the UCI - North Campus neighborhood.
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Ciao Italian Restaurant
Ciao Italian Restaurant serves Italian cuisine on Balboa Island.
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Fermentation Farm
Fermentation Farm is a restaurant located in the Newport Shores neighborhood.
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Filomena's Italian Kitchen & Market
Filomena's Italian Kitchen & Market serves Italian cuisine in the College Park neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Costa Mesa
50 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Haute Cakes Cafe
Haute Cakes Cafe serves American breakfast dishes in the Cliff Haven neighborhood.
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Milk & Honey
Milk & Honey is a café located in the Santa Ana Country Club neighborhood.
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Moongoat UCI
Moongoat UCI is a coffee shop located in the University Research Center neighborhood.
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Pandor Bakery and Cafe
Pandor Bakery and Cafe serves American breakfast dishes in the Dover Shores neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Costa Mesa
23 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Tin Lizzie Saloon
Tin Lizzie Saloon operates as a bar in the Santa Ana Country Club neighborhood.
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We Olive & Wine Bar
We Olive & Wine Bar is a bar located in the Thornton Park neighborhood.
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Cassidy's Bar & Grill
Cassidy's Bar & Grill is a bar located in the Newport Village neighborhood.
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Garf's Sports Lounge
Garf's Sports Lounge operates as a bar in the Santa Ana Country Club neighborhood.
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Malarky's Irish Pub
Malarky's Irish Pub is a bar located in the Newport Village neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Costa Mesa
10 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Costa Mesa Historical Society
Located in the Harbor Heights neighborhood, the Costa Mesa Historical Society serves as a local attraction for residents and visitors.
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Lahaina Galleries
Lahaina Galleries is an attraction located in the Granville neighborhood.
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Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center
Located in South Mesa, the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center serves as a local attraction.
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Ethos Contemporary Art
Ethos Contemporary Art is an attraction located in the West Newport neighborhood.
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Newport Landing Whale Watching
Newport Landing Whale Watching operates as an attraction in the Balboa Village neighborhood.
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Heros Hall Museum
Heros Hall Museum is an attraction located in the College Park neighborhood.
Best Shops in Costa Mesa
116 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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7 For All Mankind
7 For All Mankind is a shop located in the Granville neighborhood.
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American Vintage
American Vintage is a shop located in the Granville neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Costa Mesa
60 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Del Mesa Park
Del Mesa Park is a green space located in the Santa Ana Country Club neighborhood.
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Gisler Park
Gisler Park is a green space located in the College Park neighborhood.
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Harper Park
Harper Park is a green space located in the Dover Shores neighborhood.
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Heller Park
Heller Park is a green space located in the Harbor Heights neighborhood.
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Lindbergh School Park
Lindbergh School Park serves as a green space in the South Mesa neighborhood.
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Lions Park
Lions Park is a green space located in the Harbor Heights neighborhood.
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Marina View Park
Marina View Park is a green space located in the Newport Shores neighborhood. It offers a local spot for outdoor relaxation.
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Mesa Verde Park
Mesa Verde Park is a green space located in the College Park neighborhood.
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Paularino Park
Paularino Park is a green space located in the Santa Ana Country Club neighborhood.
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