Costa Mesa, Orange County, CA
Places to go in Costa Mesa
36 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
Better Buzz Coffee Costa Mesa
2701 Harbor Blvd Ste D1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Outdoors
Bluff Top Trail
Cliffside walking trail with paved pathways & boardwalk, offering panoramic coastal views.
34342 Street of the Amber Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Outdoors
Canyon Park
Basic park set in a residential neighborhood, with a playground, picnic tables & open green space.
970 Arbor St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Outdoors
Centennial Farm
88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar- Costa Mesa
Family-friendly eatery & bar known for a wide American comfort-food menu & Western-themed environs.
3333 Bristol St Ste 2078, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
Coffee Dose
2675 Irvine Ave Ste e, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Outdoors
Fairview Park
208 acres with 5 distinct habitat zones, home to native plants & wildlife, scenic views & trails.
2525 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Nightlife
Habana
Cuban dishes, mojitos & more in a shabby-chic, candlelit space & garden patio within LAB Antimall.
2930 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
Hola Adios Coffeeshop
120 Virginia Pl #101, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Food & Drink
Hook & Anchor
Creative lobster dishes, fish tacos, po' boys & other seafood in casual digs with limited seats.
1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Food & Drink
Lion & Lamb Coffee Roasters
Flavored coffees, burritos, pastries & cakes are offered in this trendy coffee shop.
3186 Pullman St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Outdoors
Lions Park
Small park featuring a playground, picnic tables, baseball field & community center.
570 W 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Food & Drink
Memphis Cafe
This cafe serves a variety of comfort food dishes amid midcentury digs with a hip vibe.
2920 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
MoonGoat Coffee
Industrial-chic coffee shop serving inventive hot & cold drinks, plus light bites & weekend brunch.
1985 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Sports & Recreation
MOXI3
126 Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Wellness
Newport Body Works
K, 2200 Harbor Blvd ste b-150, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
Outdoors
Noguchi Garden
Compact, minimalist sculpture garden intended as a representation of the state of California.
611 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
Nook Coffee Bar
2930 Bristol St #B105, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Shopping
Nordstrom
3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
Portola Coffee Roasters
Hip cafe where baristas in lab coats brew house-roasted coffees to order using multiple methods.
3313 Hyland Ave Suite B1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Family
River Street Ranch
Popular spot for families offers a petting zoo, train rides, panning for gold & more.
31791 Los Rios St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, USA
Food & Drink
Seasons 52
Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.
3333 Bristol St Ste 2802, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Nightlife
Silver Trumpet Restaurant and Bar
Lakeside eatery serving local cuisine in a sophisticated windowed-dining room with outdoor patio.
3350 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Food & Drink
SOCIAL Costa Mesa
Rustic-chic spot for Southern dishes with a modern twist & craft cocktails, plus late-night bites.
512 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA