Costa Mesa · neighborhood

Things to do in Downtown

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Downtown, 7 with full Scout intelligence.

Scouted spots

Typical spend

$60

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Easy parking

14%

Food · 5Cocktails · 4Sports · 4Live music · 3Outdoors · 1Wellness · 1

Best spots in Downtown

Downtown

The Crack Shack

The Crack Shack is a casual spot for fried chicken and sandwiches, ideal for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

SOCIAL Costa Mesa

SOCIAL Costa Mesa is a good choice for a lively dinner or drinks, possibly followed by late-night bites. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for food and cocktails.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Lions Park

Lions Park is a good free option for a family outing with young children, featuring a playground and open space. Expect to spend about an hour here, perhaps after a casual lunch nearby.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

MOXI3

This gym, sauna, and spa is suitable for a solo wellness visit, likely lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $30-$80 per person for access to facilities or services.

CocktailsSportsWellness

$30–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Tiki Bar

This bar is suitable for a casual evening out with friends or a date, offering food, drinks, and entertainment. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $25-$75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Hook & Anchor

Hook & Anchor is a casual seafood spot good for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-$45 per person on creative seafood dishes.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Harp Inn

The Harp Inn is suitable for a casual evening out with friends, enjoying pub fare, drinks, and live music or soccer. Expect to spend a couple of hours and around $20-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports

$20–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nearby areas in Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa South Coast Metro Westside Costa Mesa Mesa Verde Mesa Del Mar

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