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

Lemon & Thyme

4.8
4.8
79 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • 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.

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
    (949) 200-9211
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Peňaloza

What 79 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Best Service

  • North Orange County

    Best Service

  • North Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lemon & Thyme is a hidden gem celebrated for its "impeccable service" and "mouthwatering dishes." Diners rave about the fresh, creative menu featuring standout items like artichokes, truffle pasta, and baklava cheesecake. The "attentive and friendly" staff, including chef visits, enhance the cozy, romantic ambiance. Perfect for special occasions.

79 Reviews
  1. Marjorie

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time eating here. Everything was memorable, especially the bread and the asparagus bisque, which I am still thinking about. The menu has some very creative and unusual choices, including an Octopus Al Pastor with avocado foam, pickles, lardon, pineapple relish, and fingerling potatoes. This is the kind of food you take time to savor each bite of. The service is exceptional, we felt special! I look forward to going back.

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  2. Julie

    Tucson

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a gem! The food is delicious and the service is stellar. This was our second visit, and we were not disappointed. It’s a small restaurant with really good food.

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  3. Beth

    Orange County

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were so fortunate to find this amazing restaurant. The welcoming atmosphere and the incredible food will make this my new favorite restaurant! Every dish that our table had was amazing! The flavors were incredible. But honestly, the service and the staff is what makes this restaurant my new favorite!

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  4. Lavinia

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Novel reconfiguring of "family style" (shareable plates) dining within a redeveloped space, close to Triangle Square, CM. Service was attentive and the server informative. Offerings arrived promptly and were well prepared. Of special note was the Branzino, black lentils and vegetables, which was appreciated by all.

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  5. Mark

    Las Vegas

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great find in Costa Mesa. Delicious menu cooked to perfection. Beautiful presentation of dishes with very interesting sauces and ingredients. Warm service as if you are in someone’s home. Highly recommended and we are going back soon.

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  6. Anthony

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, staff and vino!! The food was exceptional!!!

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  7. James

    VIP

    Orange County

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried this restaurant on a whim. So glad we did. The food and service were fantastic. We cant wait to go back. Highly recommend the artichoke, octopus crude and the airline chicken. All amazing. The service was friendly and prompt. Do not hesitate to try Lemon & Thyme!

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  8. Brad

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great vibe, service, and food. Gabriel made our experience an amazing one! Will certainly be returning!

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  9. mmmm

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hidden gem. Unassuming outside. Great service and food inside.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our table shared the Grilled Peach Salad, Bronzino, Ribeye, Prawns, Risotto, and the mushroom pasta dish . Everything was delicious. For dessert we had the Baklava cheesecake . I usually take photos of my meals but everything was so delicious our friends could not wait to dig in. The cherry on the cake was our server. Could let have been more pleased with the service and the food. My complements to the chef.
    Lemon & ThymeResponded on October 23, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and found everything to be delicious. We always strive to deliver the best quality food and service to our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. Your kind words about our service are greatly appreciated as well. We're looking forward to your next visit.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Lemon & Thyme is rated 4.8 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 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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