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Best Fun Restaurants in Costa Mesa

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4.4
Awesome(511)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Costa Mesa
Booked 4 times today
Mesa Lounge is a unique nightlife experience in the heart of Orange County. For bottle service inquiries please contact Sabrina@mesacostamesa.com or by text at 949.531.2426. Please note that we are a 21 and over venue at all times, valid photo ID is required for entry. All guests in your party must be present to be seated. We offer a 15 minute grace period for reservations before releasing the table to a guest on the wait list. Due to limited capacity and high demand, reservations are limited to a 90 minute seating.
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4.6
Exceptional(5611)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 176 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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4.8
Exceptional(41)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • Irvine
Booked 20 times today
Update - Online reservations are accepted Sunday to Thursday 11:30am to 9pm, and Friday & Saturday 11:30am to 7:30pm. Walk-ins are welcome and accepted at all times.We are experts at Kalbi, Korean short ribs. Join the club where we believe that any time friends and family come together to share a meal, it is a special occasion. From the impeccable quality of our kalbi short ribs and the skilled preparation of every sauce, marinade, kimchi, and banchan to the moment we grill the ribs in front of you, we take pride in sharing our love of Korea’s unique food culture and creating a dining experience you can gather around and clink soju glasses to. These meals together are the moments when we make memories. These moments are for Kalbi.
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4.4
Awesome(131)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Orange
Booked 9 times today
BE PART OF THE BEST DINNING EXPERIENCE! Santo Remedio is a Mexican Gallery Boutique Style Restaurant that highlights the best of Mexico. DISCOVER THE BEST AUTHENTIC MEXICAN TACO TUESDAY EXPERIENCE IN ORANGE COUNTY, VARIETY OF MEATS GRILL CHARBROILED & FRESH HAND MADE TORTILLAS (5-10PM)Please contact with any questions or concerns to 714.941.6100
A photo of Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Irvine restaurant
4.3
Awesome(55)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Irvine
Booked 9 times today
Experience authentic Southern BBQ right here in Southern California. Start your meal with our mouthwatering appetizers like our Rednexican Nachos, Hand Grenades (our take on jalapeno poppers), or our delectable brisket eggrolls known as Bumpkins. Complement these with our house brews, craft cocktails, or classic whiskies. Then, dive into our slow-smoked St. Louis style ribs, savory brisket, or tender smoked pork. No matter what you choose, you're sure to Get Sauced! Located in The Market Place Shopping Center - Full Bar, Sports TV's, Indoor and Patio Seating.
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4.3
Awesome(107)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Huntington Beach
Booked 5 times today
An elevated take on Sammy Hagar's noted Cabo Wabo Cantina, the new CABO WABO Beach Club is evocative of the laid back, beach town vibe of Cabo San Lucas, while presenting an elevated menu of coastal Mexican cuisine to complement the picturesque and captivating oceanfront setting of The Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach, California.
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4.8
Exceptional(73)
Price: Moderate
• Sports Bar • Huntington Beach
Booked 2 times today
Cruisers Pizza Bar and Grill is an award-winning sports bar in Huntington Beach, but we pride ourselves in being your Sports Bar. A place where you can always watch your team with your family, your friends, and with your fellow fans. We have 25 big screen HDTVs throughout the bar! We have 3 different rooms in our bar and you should try all of them to get the full Cruisers experience. You can hear three different games in three different zones, and they don't conflict with each other. With such a vibrant and diverse atmosphere, it's no wonder professional athletes often stop by when they're in town. If you're here for a game you will have plenty of time to get your pizza fix with one of our Chicago Stuffed Pizzas. You'd have to visit Chicago to have anything else like it. What happens when there is a break in the action for halftime? Head out to the Party Patio where you can play beer pong, corn home and giant Jenga and still keep an eye on the highlight

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Discover best fun restaurants in Costa Mesa

Discover an array of delightful dining experiences in North Orange County, Costa Mesa, where fun is the key ingredient in every meal. The restaurants in this vibrant area offer a dynamic atmosphere perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. From the authentic Japanese tapas and yakitori at a local izakaya to the lively Mexican vibes with meals cooked right at your table, each establishment promises an unforgettable culinary adventure. The eclectic mix of dining options includes places where you can enjoy upscale cuisine before a theater show, or unwind with craft cocktails at a bar echoing the charm of a 1970s beach cafe. Costa Mesa's dining scene is characterized by its enthusiastic ambiance and quality service, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers and adventure seekers. Whether you're looking for a fun family meal or a lively night out with friends, Costa Mesa's restaurant scene caters to all tastes with its unique blend of fun and flavor.

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