At Mesa, modern American dishes meet California standards, and guests are constantly impressed with the novel items that come out of the kitchen. The upscale, plush restaurant presents mussels, Angus steak, Caprese Pizzetta, wood-oven pizzas, and a warm bread pudding that is one of the best in Costa Mesa. The bar menu is also a major draw, as it comprises a variety of draft beers and cocktails, as well as red and white wines. So, join your family and friends, as the spacious restaurant can also accommodate large groups and private events, and enjoy the evening.
With a name that means "the swallows," this romantic restaurant serves the finest of French and Belgian cuisine. Diners eat inside and enjoy the French countryside decor, or take in the fresh air on the patio. The house specialty is Poulet Marie Antoinette, a chicken breast with French cream sauce. Other delicious dishes include herb chicken, half roast duckling, veal medallions or peppercorn duck. One of the fine Belgian wines will complement your meal.
Cassidy's Bar & Grill is well known for having one of the best burgers in Newport Beach, "The Cassidy's Cheeseburger," as well as a great tri tip sandwich. Food and beverage-wise, they have everything you want after a long day at the beach. Their burgers, drinks, music, and games (including pool table) will keep you entertained till 2am every night of the week.
For those times you can't decide between sweet and savory, Bruxie has you covered. Bruxie specializes in, as one might suspect, "Bruxies" which are Belgian-style waffles turned into sandwiches. Diners can choose to go the sweet route with Nutella and banana, S'Mores or Creme Brulee Bruxies. For a more savory route, Bruxies includes combinations like the Bruxie burger, green eggs and ham Bruxie or the hot pastrami Bruxie. Round out your meal with some waffle-cut fries or even go authentic and get a straight-up traditional Belgian waffle.
Located in Costa Mesa's hip shopping district, the Camp, Milk & Honey is your hipster coffeehouse that perfectly fits in with all the other cool shops and restaurants. Here, visitors will receive an excellent cup of java in addition to an equally delectable tea. Moreover, M&H also provides a small menu of light, healthy snacks and bites. Try the Açaí bowl or the Honey Tarragon Tuna sandwich, both make for a perfect lunch. Add a cup of coffee or tea and you're set.
Sushi on Fire boasts a cosmopolitan cool from its central location in Huntington Beach, an elegantly minimal dining area and trendy bar creating a hip atmosphere. A la carte sushi is the main focus of the menu here, although a somewhat secret menu of twelve artisan sakes makes this restaurant a destination in itself. Knowledgeable servers can assist you in making the perfect sake choice to accompany the incredibly fresh fare on offer. Overflowing with California cool, Sushi on Fire is a hot item in the Huntington dining scene.
Alta Baja Market is a unique, one-of-a-kind store that specializes in products that derive from the American Southwest, Mexico and California. Some of the products include wine, beer, crafts and home goods that come from these regions. Additionally, the shop provides classes and workshops in cooking, demos, pop-up dinners and idea swaps. Its location in the 4th Street Market is also another reason why people are attracted to Alta Baja.
With a name that means "the swallows," this romantic restaurant serves the finest of French and Belgian cuisine. Diners eat inside and enjoy the French countryside decor, or take in the fresh air on the patio. The house specialty is Poulet Marie Antoinette, a chicken breast with French cream sauce. Other delicious dishes include herb chicken, half roast duckling, veal medallions or peppercorn duck. One of the fine Belgian wines will complement your meal.
Sushi on Fire boasts a cosmopolitan cool from its central location in Huntington Beach, an elegantly minimal dining area and trendy bar creating a hip atmosphere. A la carte sushi is the main focus of the menu here, although a somewhat secret menu of twelve artisan sakes makes this restaurant a destination in itself. Knowledgeable servers can assist you in making the perfect sake choice to accompany the incredibly fresh fare on offer. Overflowing with California cool, Sushi on Fire is a hot item in the Huntington dining scene.
For those times you can't decide between sweet and savory, Bruxie has you covered. Bruxie specializes in, as one might suspect, "Bruxies" which are Belgian-style waffles turned into sandwiches. Diners can choose to go the sweet route with Nutella and banana, S'Mores or Creme Brulee Bruxies. For a more savory route, Bruxies includes combinations like the Bruxie burger, green eggs and ham Bruxie or the hot pastrami Bruxie. Round out your meal with some waffle-cut fries or even go authentic and get a straight-up traditional Belgian waffle.
Located in the posh enclave of Dana Point, The Shwack Beach Grill bucks all pretentiousness and gets down to business with good, old-fashioned burgers and surf-side snacks. In adherence to surf culture, the menu features two simple options, 'Breki' which includes almost everything for the most important meal of the day, and 'Core' for a meal after 11am. Burgers, sandwiches, tacos and even items for the 'groms' (little ones) make this spot one of the best in Dana Point, especially after coming home from the beach.
Ikko is a Japanese restaurant located in the Camp shopping complex and it serves creative Japanese cuisine with a Californian flair. The Carpaccio selections are where the kitchen really shines; try the Amber Jack made with a house made soy sauce or the Tuna & Shiitake in a Tamari soy vinaigrette. Salads, soups and full-entrees are also on the menu and the desserts like the Black Sesame Ice Cream and Green Tea Flan are phenomenal. Moreover, this Japanese restaurant is perfect for a light meal after shopping at the nearby Lab or in the Camp.