More of Costa Mesa's Standout Tables

Homemade pasta is the draw at this old-school Italian standby offering traditional mains & wine.

Service options: Onsite services, Takeout. Popular for: Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.

Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for.

Barbecue basics, burgers & steaks, plus a full bar featured in an easygoing tavern setting.

Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.

Long-running, family-owned Mexican eatery serving tacos, enchiladas, seafood platters & breakfast.

Relaxed brunch restaurant serving fusion dishes, as well as creative cocktails, beer & wine.

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Latin American fare, including Mexican dishes & Salvadoran pupusas, in a bare-bones space.

24/7 chain coffee shop offering generous portions of classic American food in a no-frills setting.

Versatile Japanese steakhouse serving diverse cuts, ramen & kimchi in a nondescript strip mall.

Traditional pies on thick, thin, gluten-free or whole wheat crust as well as pasta & hot sandwiches.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.

Casual spot with speedy service offering Baja-style fish tacos, seafood burritos & red enchiladas.

Casual counter-serve eatery dishing up popular Indian & Pakistani fare in a bright dining space.

Asian fusion small plates & noodles are served in a chic, clubby space with its own fashion catwalk.

Casual counter-serve chain serving Mexican fare with Asian & Brazilian flavors, plus beer & wine.

Casual, contemporary eatery serving stews, kebabs & other Persian & Mediterranean dishes.

Eggs benedict, omelets, crepes & other breakfast eats at cozy diner-style joint with booth seating.

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

Hip, plant-filled restaurant in a shopping mall showcasing carefully sourced small plates & mains.

Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.