Best Historic Restaurants in Costa Mesa

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1. A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd

4.8

Exceptional(1923)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newport Beach

Booked 45 times today

Since 1922 The Arches has been the destination for fine dining in Newport Beach. Known for it’s amazing steak and seafood menu It is a place where celebrities and local customers can dine in privacy. With grand renovations and its rebirth as A Restaurant this landmark will once again be a haven for classic culinary experiences. Chef Roberto Gomez and wine director Steven Ackad have created a perfect alchemy with their creations.

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2. Perla Mexican Cuisine

4.1

Excellent(228)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Santa Ana

Booked 6 times today

Located in the energetic, historic street of the Downtown Santa Ana on the corner of W Fourth St & N Birch St, Perla is a new authentic, family owned restaurant. Perla is truly an authentic representation of the culinary diversity of Mexico. The main focus is to introduce the traditional Mexican flavors enhanced with a personal touch of long family recipes and traditions.

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3. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8

Exceptional(10385)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Newport Beach

Booked 82 times today

Voted as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" for 2023 by OpenTable in the United StatesThe Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides "world class" ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. Situated on the sandy beach, The Beachcomber's outdoor patio provides the perfect spot to enjoy the ocean's breeze while sipping on your favorite cocktail or enjoying one of the many favorite entrees and appetizers. The Beachcomber's outdoor tropical bar 'The Bootlegger' with thatch roofing provides the perfect spot to escape from the world while enjoying one of many tropical libations.

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4. Rothschild's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1706)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newport Beach

Booked 28 times today

Rothschild's has been the cornerstone of Corona Del Mar for over 40 years. It has been family owned since early conception and has become a place where our customers and staff have come to call home.

5. Bosscat Orange

4.7

Exceptional(552)

Price: Expensive

• American • Orange

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 best 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 & Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. New flavors and recipes are often brought into the kitchen. All cooks on staff are encouraged to brainstorm and eat with the executive chef, Peter Petro. This collaborative process is the foundation of their culinary art. Encouraging and fostering new ideas with seasonal produce, meats and spices fosters the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate.

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6. Bluewater Grill- Newport Beach

4.5

Awesome(823)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Newport Beach

Booked 39 times today

Bluewater Grill offers fresh seafood and American fare in a historic location overlooking the Newport Beach bay. Whether looking for classically prepared seafood or something specially created by Executive Chef Albert Serrano, diners at Bluewater Grill will find an extensive menu and fresh ingredients to keep them hooked. Guests may even see catches made by the restaurant's Pilikia, a harpoon boat. Walk into the Bluewater Grill and sample shellfish options or a favorite like the Chipotle Blackened Swordfish. If you're out and about, tie your boat up at the dock and enjoy freshly cut Today's Fish offerings, or a simple crabcake appetizer. For those looking for something from the land, a Bluewater Burger or Chicken Under a Brick are sure to hit the spot, while the Key Lime Pie or Java Mud Pie add the perfect finishing touch.

7. The Hobbit

4.6

Exceptional(1414)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Orange

Booked 15 times today

* Please use 7:00 for reservations, as we only have one seating per evening. The "New" Hobbit Restaurant is open!Owner Matt McKinney invites you to a fine dining experience in a remodeled 1930's farmhouse.Several different dining rooms, with their own personalities, enhance the natural feel of the restaurant. All three floors are available for dining, even our Wine Cellar! Our six course prix fixe menu is $150.00 per person, an 18% gratuity and tax will be added to your dinner tab.

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8. Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1083)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Orange

Booked 16 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.

9. O Sea

4.8

Exceptional(780)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Orange

Booked 24 times today

O SEA — a seafood restaurant of time and place in the historic Plaza district of Old Towne Orange, recently recognized by the Los Angeles Times as the Best Seafood Restaurant in Orange County and by Wine Spectator Magazine with an Award of Excellence. Something fun, something different, something fresh — O SEA is where seafood is headed. Think salmon ceviche in coconut leche de tigre, tuna poke in gochujang dressing, crispy oaxacan hot shrimp, west coast oysters on the half with thai red curry and tajin’d lime.Responsibly-procured, best-in-class products, served consistently and at a value, with deeply craveable and seasonal flavors — welcome to O SEA.We can’t wait to serve you.

10. SideDoor

4.8

Exceptional(460)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Corona del Mar

Booked 40 times today

Three generations of the Frank family found new inspiration in England’s growing gastropub movement.In 2009, they refurbished, restyled and re-opened the traditional British pub at Five Crowns as Corona del Mar’s first and only English-style gastropub, SideDoor.SideDoor is a separate operation within Five Crowns. Enter on Poppy Street under the big red key and find a comfortable and convivial atmosphere. Cozy up to one of the charming fireplaces. The focus at SideDoor is on seasonal small plates portioned for sharing, cheese and charcuterie prepared by a chef on duty at the new charcuterie station and a selection of world-class spirits. A wide range of wines and craft beers in a variety of sizes and pours are constantly updated with new offerings for the curious to explore. With its warm, relaxed atmosphere, SideDoor, the casual neighborhood gastropub, will have its guests returning again and again.

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Christie
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always an Amazing evening at Original A!!! It’s like Cheers where everyone knows your name:)
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A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport BlvdPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newport Beach
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4.8
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Kristi
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a great experience. Staff was wonderful- friendly, polite, accommodating. Food was amazing…pork candy is to die for.
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Bosscat OrangePrice: Expensive• American• Orange
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4.7
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Ken
Orange County •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We ordered the short ribs as the main course, which we have never had Rothschild’s before. I was worried because short rib recipes are often too rich for me. But it was excellent, very flavorful but not rich. In retrospect, I should not have worried because Rothchild’s always does such a good job and whatever they touch. The garlic bread and Caesar salad were excellent as always.
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Rothschild's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newport Beach
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4.8
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Ashley
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We come to Beachcomber at least once a year, (we don't live close). Every time we've been the food is always amazing and the menu ever changing. The service is always Top notch and you can't beat the location with the sunset.
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Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal CovePrice: Moderate• Californian• Newport Beach
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4.8
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Lisavip
Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
Perla was amazing. Food was so delicious. I brought a party of 20 from my company and they were so impressed. Thank you for your service and good food and drinks. The night was special!
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Perla Mexican CuisinePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Santa Ana
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4.1

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd

2. Perla Mexican Cuisine

3. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4. Rothschild's Restaurant

5. Bosscat Orange

6. Bluewater Grill- Newport Beach

7. The Hobbit

8. Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar

9. O Sea

10. SideDoor

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