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Water Grill South Coast Plaza Main Dining Room - Water Grill - South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

4.8 (8652)
$31 to $50
Seafood
3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 168 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
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. Book your next meal, event or private room with us!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Shellfish, Fish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 208-7060
  • Website
    http://www.watergrill.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ben Ringer
  • Private party facilities
    Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the place to meet in Orange County! Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your meetings and events.
  • Private party contact
    Gina McDaniel: (949) 208-7061
  • Location
    3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Parking details
    Valet Only
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 8,652 people are saying

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Seafood

  • Orange County

    Most Booked

  • North Orange County

    Seafood

  • North Orange County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Water Grill - South Coast Plaza offers an exceptional dining experience with a "warm and inviting" atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the "fantastic food and fantastic service," highlighting the Chilean Seabass as "out of this world." Perfect for business dinners or special occasions, it's a "go-to" spot for seafood lovers.
8,652 Reviews

  1. Lev

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Would recommend. Great restorant. Food is delicious.

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  2. CHERIE

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time celebrating our anniversary at water grill today. Great food and service. Thanks

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  3. debbie VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nicole was a fantastic server and made us feel very welcomed at the Costa Mesa restaurant. The manager on duty 7/12 was incredibly kind. I had an issue with the quality of my filet. She took care of it immediately and was very gracious about the entire process. We will definitely be back again. This was a fantastic date night for us! Thank you

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  4. Cathy

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were 6 in our party. Three ordered steaks two out of the three were cooked incorrectly. We were comped one meal.

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go to dinner spot since it's down the street from us. Always a great time, environment, food, and service. Shayna (sorry if I misspelled) is always so helpful and accommodating of my reservations especially w/ our little ones! Deja was the best server I've ever had dining at Water Grill! Attentive, quick, attention to detail, and super funny and sweet. We loved her!

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  6. Christina

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My cousin and I went Saturday to celebrate my birthday. We were seated by the open windows which allowed a nice breeze to bring the outside in. Our server Vanessa was excellent in all facets of the dining experience. She explained the ingredients of each dish and the sources of the seafood. The clam chowder, crab cake, sea bass, and scallops were each superbly delicious! We are looking forward to our next visit for the best seafood dining experience.

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  7. Peter VIP

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as usual. Our server Maddy was excellent. There was an issue with one of the dishes but the manager made it right. Remains one of my favorite places in OC and a regular spot to visit for good food, good wine service and a wonderful atmosphere.

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  8. Jyl

    Orange County12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu selection was great! We ordered a calamari appetizer - calamari was ok, sauces were yummy! Kind of disappointed with the wedge salad - the blue cheese dressing seemed on the watery side. Those in our party that had oysters thought they were good, and everyone was pleased with their main entree. The service / attentiveness was excellent. The ambiance is nice.

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  9. Roger

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Water Grill has become my first choice for business dinners. Clients love the food and the atmosphere. Everyone working there is warm and inviting.

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  10. ed

    Orange County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food was excellent. I just find the prices too high to eat here very often.

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FAQs

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 208-7060.

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza is rated 4.8 stars by 8652 OpenTable diners.

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 168 times today
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3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Shellfish, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Only
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ben Ringer
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.watergrill.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 208-7060
  • Private party facilities
    Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the place to meet in Orange County! Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your meetings and events.
  • Private party contact
    Gina McDaniel: (949) 208-7061

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