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Lemon & Thyme Costa Mesa - Lemon & Thyme, Costa Mesa, CA

Lemon & Thyme

4.8
4.8
106 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Lemon & Thyme Costa Mesa Is proud to bring you an exceptional dining experience that celebrates the rich tapestry of flavors around the world.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Fusion / Eclectic, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Peňaloza

What 106 people are saying

Lemon & Thyme reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lemon & Thyme is a delightful restaurant known for its "amazing food and service." Diners rave about the "creative, flavorful" dishes and standout items like the "baklava cheesecake" and "truffle pasta." The staff, including Gabriel, makes guests feel "like family." It's a "hidden gem" in Costa Mesa, perfect for both intimate dinners and group gatherings.
106 Reviews
  1. Gregory

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will definitely be coming back. Wonderful food and service. The duck breast sauced with mole was amazing.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 22, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Gregory! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and service at Lemon & Thyme. It's great to know that our duck breast with mole hit the spot. We strive to provide a wonderful dining experience for our guests, and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  2. Dvora

    Charleston6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The idea is fantastic.the food had access oil and dishes that were supposed to be Vegiterian had pork tast.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 22, 2025
    Dear Dvora, Thank you for your feedback. However we want to clarify that our vegetarian dishes DO NOT contain pork, and we take dietary restrictions very seriously. Our team explained this during your visit, as we are meticulous about ingredient integrity and kitchen practices. Our team takes great care ensuring that all ingredients are properly handle to maintain their integrity. We'll certainly take your feedback about the oil into consideration. We always strive to provide the best experience possible and hope to have the chance to serve you again in the future. Best, Lemon & Thyme

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  3. Louise

    Orange County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food were outstanding! We will definitely go back again!
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 22, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Louise! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Lemon & Thyme. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We always strive to provide outstanding experiences for our guests and your feedback reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Thanks to fellow yelpers, we found this foodie standout on our first night in CA (and we are already scheduling our next meal there!). Lemon & Thyme opened 7 months ago and just had their first seasonal menu change. Lots of favorites are still on the menu. Many staff formerly of SOCIAL are here out of their sheer love of the top notch cuisine. It is creative, flavorful and beautifully presented in a tastefully renovated strip mall restaurant steps away from SOCIAL. Gabriel was our waiter and immediate best foodie friend, helping us choose the most satisfying and perfect amount of selections. Every bite was impressive and it was hard to say goodbye to Gabriel without asking when he was working next. I had the new Airline Chicken which is heavenly with its marscapone mashed potatoes and veloute sauce. Kudos to the chef and the attentive staff. Here, you will enjoy the whole experience and think about it for days to come.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 22, 2025
    Hi, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Lemon & Thyme and that our seasonal menu was a hit. We're glad you found our creative cuisine, beautifully presented, and a tasteful renovation away from SOCIAL. It's great to hear you had such a positive experience with our team, from the foodie-friendly Gabriel to the attentive staff. We're also delighted you loved the Airline Chicken and can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable meals. Thanks again for your kind words and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  5. Jennifer

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant was recommended to me by a friend and it didn't disappoint. Very cute and quant place in Costa Mesa. The waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable and the food was delicious. We were celebrating a birthday and they brought out a yummy crème brulee. Would recommend for a romantic dinner or evening with friends or family.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 22, 2025
    Hi Jennifer, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Lemon & Thyme. It's wonderful to know that our friendly staff, knowledgeable staff, and delicious food were able to make your celebration special. We're also glad that you enjoyed the crème brulee! Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable evenings and occasions. Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was exceptional and really made the whole evening so enjoyable. He was helpful, energetic, respectful and attentive. The food was also delicious with some very unique dishes. So glad we gave Lemon & Thyme a try - it was a lovely dining experience!
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 22, 2025
    Thanks for the review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great dining experience at Lemon & Thyme. It's fantastic to know that our team was able to enhance your visit with their exceptional service and delicious food. We're especially glad you enjoyed our unique dishes and found the food to be delicious. We strive to make every visit a memorable one and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef 🧑‍🍳 came by to see how it was and it was spectacular! From simple to complex it brought back memories from Italy 🇮🇹 and the whole experience was a joy from start to finish! This place is a gem 💎 in world that is a must. Come with an open heart and that is what you’ll get.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on March 3, 2025
    Wow, what a beautiful review thank you! Knowing that our food brought back memories of Italy for you is the highest compliment we could ask for. We put our heart into every dish, and it means so much that you felt that. Can't wait to welcome you back for another special experience! Grazie mille!

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  8. Marc VIP

    Orange County3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Great service. That said, it would have a better experience if it wasn’t so noisy.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on February 23, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and service. We understand that the atmosphere can sometimes feels lively when the restaurant is full, but we do our best to maintain a comfortable dinning experience. We truly appreciate your visit and hope t welcome you back soon!

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  9. Mary Ann

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second visits this time bringing a friend for her birthday. This is my now go to restaurant locally. Forget the chain restaurants….everyone loved the meal from the artichoke appetizer to the bread…to the beet salad. Mushroom ravioli diner almost licked his plate. Duck mole was a terrific new dish that I myself devoured. Surf and turf platter left the birthday girl just humming and looking forward to her leftovers. Excellent assistance on the wine selection…..perfect When was the last time you saw a dessert item you have NEVER seen on a menu? Baklava Cheesecake! Wait What? We were in! Spectacular surprise that we all agreed was one of the best desserts we could remember. Another bonus they serve coffee drinks! Love them! A nice latte or americano to go with dessert to wrap up our dining experience. From the music playlist to the staff, would not change a thing.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on February 23, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Mary Ann! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your second visit to Lemon & Thyme and that we're now your go-to spot for special occasions. It's wonderful to know that our menu, from the artichoke appetizer to the mushroom ravioli diner, left you satisfied and humming. We're glad you loved our Baklava Cheesecake and found the coffee drinks to be a nice addition. Your kind words about our staff and music playlist mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you and your friend back for more memorable experiences. Cheers! Best regards, Lemon & Thyme Management Team

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  10. Gavin

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome little restaurant! It's a fairly small place tucked in a corner in 19th and Harbor. We ordered the Soup du jour (a fantastic porcini mushroom bisque), the gambas al ajillo, the pork belly & black garlic BBQ sauce, their filet mignon and lobster tail surf and turf, and topped with with their homemade Cuban coffee ice cream. Their lobster is quite possibly among the best I've ever had! The staff are really attentive and friendly. Our server, Robert, made sure we had everything we needed, despite how busy it was given it was Valentine's day. Definitely going to have to come back to try out their other dishes in the future, as well as their brunch menu.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on February 23, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Gavin! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Soup du jour, gambas al ajillo, filet mignon, and lobster tail surf and turf. We're glad our staff made your experience memorable, and we're glad you loved our homemade Cuban coffee ice cream! Your feedback on the value is noted, and we're always striving to provide the best experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to Lemon & Thyme for more delicious dishes and drinks. Cheers!

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Lemon & Thyme is rated 4.8 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Lemon & Thyme

1907 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Additional information

  • Cross street
    19th & Harbor
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Fusion / Eclectic, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Peňaloza
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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