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VictoriaPeaches
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What’s the best spot in Costa Mesa Irvine area
Aug 20 2026 10:42AM more by VictoriaPeaches
Tags: Orange County, Leisure (All tags)

I am on my way to Costa Mesa for the day and possibly as the until Friday night. So I want to Know. What are good spots to go eat like a good trim cocktail or maybe some good meal like meat and some mashed potatoes and veggies?
Also, I wanna go get to the beach so I’m going to arrive like around midday and I’m thinking to get to the room around two P.M. as early as it’s allowed to do check in for me, so let me know what are good spots that you recommend?
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frankiegaf
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Aug 20 2026 11:18AM     link to this


Houston's in Irvine is a cool spot to get a few of those things checked off.
VictoriaPeaches
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Aug 20 2026 11:30AM     link to this

Sounds like a place I’d like.
I’ll check it out papi gracias por la info 🥰
a.alturez
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Aug 20 2026 01:24PM     link to this

What?!

Distracted by that bbl…

I got nothin…
VictoriaPeaches
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Aug 20 2026 03:36PM     link to this

At least it distracted you, lol thanks for your comment. Sending good vibes your way.
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Aug 20 2026 03:58PM     link to this

^ty, love

Right back at ya!!!
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Aug 20 2026 04:07PM     link to this

Meet me here at 630 pm


Water Grill
3300 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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VictoriaPeaches
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Aug 20 2026 04:38PM     link to this

I sent u a pm babe
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Aug 20 2026 04:41PM     link to this

Table for 3 please!
VictoriaPeaches
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Aug 20 2026 04:54PM     link to this

That sounds so nice. I am booked at six P.M. but I am waiting for confirmation. Unfortunately I will not know until almost 545 and it’s gonna be too late to let you guys know.
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Aug 20 2026 07:11PM     link to this

If you wanna spend money…Mastro’s.
yogibronx
Costa Mesa, OC, CA
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Aug 20 2026 08:57PM     link to this

love both Houston's and Water Grill...both excellent!
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Aug 21 2026 12:44AM     link to this

Highly recommend


Vaca Costa Mesa
695 Town Center Dr Ste 170, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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BAJA Fish Tacos
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Aug 21 2026 03:47AM     link to this

I like Houston's too. They are part of the Hillstone chain, but very reliable one at a reasonable value and consistent from branch to branch, unless somehow you are more picky or don't care for their concepts. I like Bandera and R&D kitchen in the general OC area.

https://hillstone.com/

maybe more south costa mesa but also like butcher house brasserie for a more french leaning steakhouse and Darkroom for whimsical dining somewhat similar to the now defunct Detention/Trust venues in santa ana that have been out of business. Both Butcher house brasserie and Darkroom have some of my favorite burgers. Marche Moderne I think is very hit and miss but they are great when things land. I miss OC a lot.
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Aug 21 2026 07:18AM     link to this

Excellent Cuban food at Bella Cuba

3940 S Bristol (corner of Sunflower) across from South Coast Plaza
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Aug 21 2026 09:10AM     link to this

The only issue with Houston's in Irvine is that it gets really busy. You might be able to get something at the bar, but sometimes getting a table is a two hour wait.

But if you are going between, say, 2 pm and 5 pm, you should be fine.
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Aug 21 2026 09:54AM     link to this

Another honorable mention for Costa Mesa (if you like Breakfast/Brunch) is Salty Horse.
Crazy busy on the weekend, but a week day brunch is well worth a visit.
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