Guidebook for Costa Mesa
Food Scene
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
270 E 17th StThe coffee is great and the donuts are insane!
Greenland is our favorite for a quick sit down, healthy and tasty meal in a mellow atmosphere. Has outdoor seating and a bar. Their seasonal dishes are always the best!
32 locals recommend
Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop
234 E 17th StGreenland is our favorite for a quick sit down, healthy and tasty meal in a mellow atmosphere. Has outdoor seating and a bar. Their seasonal dishes are always the best!
$8 - $10 Australian Meat Pies (they also have a veggie option). Can pick up on the go or eat there. The perfect hangover meal ;)
Pie-Not The Aussie Style Bakery
270 E 17th St$8 - $10 Australian Meat Pies (they also have a veggie option). Can pick up on the go or eat there. The perfect hangover meal ;)
Beers on tap with custom personalized pizzas. Fun atmosphere!
11 locals recommend
Pitfire Artisan Pizza
353 E 17th StBeers on tap with custom personalized pizzas. Fun atmosphere!
Homestyle southern comfort BBQ with the most AMAZING bread - highly recommend the pulled pork sandwich.
Beach Pit BBQ
1676 Tustin AveHomestyle southern comfort BBQ with the most AMAZING bread - highly recommend the pulled pork sandwich.
Restaurant and fish market as fresh as it gets!
19 locals recommend
Santa Monica Seafood (Market & Cafe)
154 E 17th StRestaurant and fish market as fresh as it gets!
Drinks & Nightlife
SOCIAL Costa Mesa
512 W 19th StTrendy Bar and Restaurant with killer cocktails.
Essentials
Local liquor store that is like bevmo on steroids. They have every type of wine you can think of from all over the world in their downstairs cellar. Hi Times offers wine tastings and will even allow you to buy any wine in the store and you can drink it there at the bar.
12 locals recommend
Hi-Time Wine Cellars
250 Ogle StLocal liquor store that is like bevmo on steroids. They have every type of wine you can think of from all over the world in their downstairs cellar. Hi Times offers wine tastings and will even allow you to buy any wine in the store and you can drink it there at the bar.
A cheaper whole foods with fresh local produce, juices and a restaurant inside.
96 locals recommend
Mother's Market & Kitchen
19770 Beach BlvdA cheaper whole foods with fresh local produce, juices and a restaurant inside.
Walking distance from the condo. This is the perfect place to pick up drinks, snacks and whatever essentials you may need for your stay.
15 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
2180 Newport BlvdWalking distance from the condo. This is the perfect place to pick up drinks, snacks and whatever essentials you may need for your stay.
Parks & Nature
Take the bikes or go for a run in the back bay. Its quiet and beautiful!
29 locals recommend
Back Bay Drive
Back Bay Drive Take the bikes or go for a run in the back bay. Its quiet and beautiful!
Sightseeing
Cruise through one of the wealthiest harbors on the west coast to check out the yachts and mansions. Bring some wine and food to enjoy during your ride.
43 locals recommend
Duffy Electric Boat Company Sales and Rentals Newport Beach
2001 West Coast HwyCruise through one of the wealthiest harbors on the west coast to check out the yachts and mansions. Bring some wine and food to enjoy during your ride.
Shopping
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StIt has everything you could ever want and need!
Newport Center/Fashion Island
401 Newport Center DrBeautiful outdoor shopping mall