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1. Water Grill - South Coast Plaza
4.8
Exceptional(8169)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Costa Mesa
Booked 162 times today
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.
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2. Habana - Costa Mesa
4.7
Exceptional(2729)
Price: Expensive
• Cuban • Costa Mesa
Booked 55 times today
Habana is located inside The Lab in Costa Mesa. Habana features a beautiful and romantic patio and an intimate bar that will transport you to the heart of Cuba. Enjoy our Cuban-inspired menu and handcrafted fresh Mojitos.
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3. Top of The V
4.5
Awesome(929)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Anaheim
Booked 18 times today
Top of The V, 12th floor rooftop setting provides spectacular views where guests can enjoy SoCal’s year-round beautiful weather as well as features an exhibition kitchen, private dining room, pool and a stunning outdoor dining terrace with fire pits. We embrace culinary influences throughout Spain and love to introduce guests to new techniques and flavors. To accompany the menu is a Spanish-influenced beverage program and modern classics, resulting in an effortlessly cool craft cocktail bar. Our bar’s feature 20 taps that pour local craft beers from across California, and the wine list features bottles from Spain, California, Oregon and the Old World.
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4. King's Fish House - Orange
4.7
Exceptional(4043)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Orange
Booked 62 times today
Established in 1998, King’s Fish House is Orange’s choice for seafood. Located at the Stadium Promenade and minutes away from Angels Stadium and the Honda Center, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.
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5. Seasons 52 - Costa Mesa
4.8
Exceptional(8988)
Price: Expensive
• American • Costa Mesa
Booked 111 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
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6. Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1084)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Orange
Booked 14 times today
Located in historic Old Towne Orange, HAVEN craft kitchen+bar has become known for its warm, comfortable setting; extensive and unique selection of beer, wine, and cocktails; and high quality, freshly prepared food, maintaining purveyors of local or organic produce, sustainable seafood, and humanely raised meat and poultry. HAVEN boasts a selection of rotating independent craft beers on tap and a specially curated list in bottle & cans. Choose from one Orange Counties largest selection of specialty bourbons, scotches, and whiskeys; and an award-winning wine list, with numerous by the glass. In addition, you can enjoy a seasonal craft cocktail, or one of our hand-selected craft spirits.
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7. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations
4.6
Exceptional(699)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 45 times today
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations perfectly meshes upscale and casual dining with an expansive whiskey selection and unique offering of American comfort food. It offers high energy, open spaced concepts to promote a lively dining experience. With the rustic industrial aesthetic, brick metal and barrels are prevalent in the space. One of its most coveted attractions is the famous whiskey room, that houses hundreds of whiskies from several countries. From high end whiskies like Pappy Van Winkle, to a shot of Jameson with a Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. Each season new flavors and recipes are brought into the kitchen. The culture and staff are encouraged to foster the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate. Bosscat is open all week for lunch and dinner. Happy hour is available on weekdays, and a fun, boozy brunch menu is available on Saturdays and Sundays.
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8. Zov's Bistro Tustin
4.7
Exceptional(1825)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Tustin
Booked 13 times today
Rated as one of the top restaurants in Orange County by Zagat, Southern California Restaurant Writers and Orange County Business Journal. This chef driven concept is the original restaurant by esteemed cookbook author, Chef Zov Karamardian. Zov's Bistro, Bakery & Cafe has a commitment to providing guests with the finest dining experience. Zov's Bistro serves California Mediterranean inspired cuisine in a unique ambience which mixes the sophistication of bistro elegance, with the relaxed comfort of casual California dining.
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9. Il Fornaio - Irvine
4.6
Exceptional(3973)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 74 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.
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10. The Goldfinch
4.6
Exceptional(195)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 7 times today
California Cuisine and an extensive Beverage and Craft Cocktail program while focusing on only the best and freshest quality ingredients.

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From verified diners like you
  • Charlie
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We celebrated our wedding anniversary at their Costa Mesa location this weekend. Reservation was easy via OpenTable. The restaurant staffs were super friendly and attentive. They offered us unlimited FREE Róse. The food were amazingly delicious. Our service staffs, Jordan and Milton, were very attentive, and even chatted with us for a few minutes. Took pictures for us. The decorations were cute, warm and inviting. We had a great time, definitely would return and recommend this restaurant to our friends and family. A 5 Stars experience.
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    Habana - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Costa Mesa
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    4.7
  • Amelia
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wonderful experience! Will be going back. Busy restaurant and a bit loud but the service was fantastic and the food was insane. We started with the oyster sampler and then I got the Wild Alaskan Black Cod with broth and noodles and it was so delicious. Brought our own wine because no corkage!
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    Water Grill - South Coast PlazaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Costa Mesa
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    4.8
  • May
    Orange County •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We loved the food we ordered and the service was really great. We've been to this restaurant a lot of times and so far we are happy with the service we are receiving from the employees. From the reception desk to the servers and the delicious food. Friendly service especially by Nicholas, our server last night.
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    King's Fish House - OrangePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Orange
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    4.7
  • Donnavip
    Orange County •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We’re regulars at this location and they rarely disappoint. Our server last night, Matt was exceptional. The food was on point and at the start of a busy pre-Thanksgiving weekend we had a wonderful experience.  We always appreciate the seasonal offerings, the fresh ingredients, and the beautiful presentation. 
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    Seasons 52 - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• American• Costa Mesa
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    4.8
  • Kayla
    Orange County •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The service was amazing! Each member made sure we were satisfied with our food and drinks. Food was delicious. The vibes are great as well as the view!
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    Top of The VPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Anaheim
    •
    4.5

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