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    Casa de Onda

    4.1 (152 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Tropical margarita
    Marina S.

    I absolutely LOVED this place! They have a tropical aesthetic, the decor, bar area, seating are, everything is really nice! The food was delectable! Our server Alexis was very attentive and always made sure our items came out quickly. She was super friendly and treated us really well the entire time. We also were greeted by one of the managers Jessica and the GM Dave. Great service overall, including the food runner! All the food we tried was delicious! We're definitely going back and recommend this place for date night or girls night, such a vibe!

    Brooke L.

    I'll give it three stars for the music, the set up and the drinks minus the pricing of course. Service was garbage. Burrito I got the surf and turf it was OK but they brought it to me cold and the chipotle salsa that I requested had a hair in it. Drinks were great and the second person to help us was really cool. The chick that was the original bartender was kind of pushy and then she eased up a little bit. So I would say service set aside can fluctuate but the food would've been good I'm not sure how a burrito was served cold and then lukewarm in the middle. Totally grossed me out after the salsa. Glad I saw it on the chip rather than in my mouth! Music was good so I might go back but I don't know why it just always seems like this place is often a mess. Then they added extra on my bill that they didn't bring to me I ended up just taking the burrito home. So it was like a $60 bill for two drinks and a large burrito. Super small salsa and they charge you extra for more. So it's just honestly they could do so much better but the location I guess is what gets them in but I don't know I just feel like it was lacking. It doesn't make you feel like you're at a well run establishment.

    Pan-Seared Salmon (I got it without the corn and succotash) opted for salad replacement. The first was good!
    Ortencia A.

    Came here with a group of friends to celebrate my friend's birthday. We used to come here when it was Vida Cantina. The ambience is great. Although they were really busy and service was a little bit slow. The servers were working really hard and were very kind. The food that I had was good better than when it was Vida Cantina. Perfect place for summer dinner eating alfresco is always fun.

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    Michelle K.

    I self sat at the bar. Bartender was a nice female. She took my order and then later a male bartender took over and offered me water. When food arrived, the food smelled and looked delicious. Food was cooked just right and moist. For me, I needed more salt for the short rib. It was not salty at all, and not saying its a bad thing but for me, I think maybe it needed more salt. I ate my entire entree and was very satisfied. The ambience was great and dining was outdoors so you got the natural air which was not too far from the ocean. You got the natural night sky that you can stare out too. They had a live band and dim lighting for the evening. I noticed they had regulars arriving and catching up with them. It gave me a good feel that staff and guests were enjoying themselves and food options were all tempting.

    Carne Asada Tacos; Casa Steak & Truffle Fries
    Katrina C.

    The atmosphere was super vacation vibe, and service was super amazing. There's people checking on us constantly! The food was delicious but the truffle fries didn't rly have a lot of truffle flavor and the steak though it is on the smaller side, was soo good, perfectly medium rare and soo tender.

    Nichole T.

    Came in on a Saturday afternoon and were surprised to find the place completely empty -- not usually a great sign, and unfortunately it matched the experience. We ordered the La Jefe margarita and the Como La Flor, and both were pretty disappointing. For the price point, we expected way better quality and flavor. The food didn't help much either -- $18 for just two street tacos with no beans or rice felt steep, especially for what you get. The chicken enchiladas came out lukewarm with a bland, forgettable sauce. A few other things rubbed us the wrong way: no complimentary chips and salsa, and they charge a fee for using a credit card, which just adds to the frustration. On the positive side, the service was good and attentive, and the music was great -- probably the highlight of the visit. Overall, not a place we'd rush back to given the prices and lackluster food.

    Espresso Tres Leches Cake (OC Restaurant Week)
    Michelle N.

    We came here for OC Restaurant Week! We did not realize that this was actually La Vida Cantina before, so we were surprised to have come back. Not sure what happened here, but the service upon arriving was excellent. We got greeted by Dave and then our server was Cole. We got sat down and Cole was able to walk us through the menu. We decided on ordering the following: OC Restaurant Week Menu: We opted for the Shrimp Ceviche Avocado, Grilled Sirloin Steak and Arugula Salad, and Espresso Tres Leches. The Ceviche was ok. It only came with 3 shrimps and the tostada was pretty soft. It was stuffed with guacamole, which we ended up eating with the chips that we ordered on the side. The steak was super soft and cooked perfectly. The arugula salad was plentiful and good. We could not even finish this plate! I did not see this on the regular menu, but really liked it, so hopefully they do put it back on permanently. The cake was just alright. There was nothing too special about it. The coffee flavor was mild and the cake was a bit dry to what we prefer as a tres leches. Elote Corn Ribs: I have always seen corn ribs on my socials but never got a chance to try it, so we opted to try these. I would say nothing too special for the price. I wish it had more sauce to it. Most of the sauce was smeared over the pate, and it really just tasted like grilled corn at that point. Chips and Salsa: This is extra here. Not used to having to order chips and salsa and a mexican restaurant, but portion was good for the price. These chips were a bit on the thicker side and not as salty as I usually like. Salsa was also average without any spice/kick to it. It was very mild. Pork Belly Tacos: This was a suggestion made by Cole and it was a great one!! Thank you! We really liked these. Very different from the tacos we are used to, but it had a slight char and a lot of flavor. I especially liked the crisp from the fried onions in it, which is not something we are used to having on our tacos! We also got 2 alcohlic drinks, but I forgot to write down what those drinks were. Honestly, not very memorable and would just opt out for water! Dave and Cole really made this experience for us! We were very impressed by their effort to have genuine conversation and take care of us. They checked in on not just us, but other tables constantly. Not the biggest fan of the location, since the street to get there is so packed all the time, but parking was easy and walking to the restaurant was no trouble. I just thought it was a bit too pricey for what you are getting and sad that we probably won't get to order the Sirloin plate again. Will have to come back for Taco Tuesday to try their other items!

    Rose A.

    This place is amazing! This place use to be the La Vida and we did hung out here a few times before. Now it's Casa de Onda. Anyway, my husband & I attended the Cinco de Mayo culinary adventure by Chuck Popick & Poorman KOCI Radio. We hung out at the bar since we got there early & enjoyed a couple of cocktails, Mexican Strawberry mule and La Jefa. The bartenders were so friendly and personable. We had an amazing buffet dinner that their chef presented for the event that also included desserts too.

    Trisha V.

    Been wanting to go here and I love the night vibes. Only came for a drink but I want to come back and eat and try more drinks. It's a good spot if you're on a date or with a group. The menu looked so good and can't wait to try it. My drink was yummy too. My friends ordered the guac so I snacked on that but it was late so I just needed to go home early.

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    Kerri F.

    What a great surprise! On Friday night taking a walk around triangle square we noticed the new Casa De Onda. We stopped in for a spicy margarita which was fantastic. The team was super friendly and Sean our server/bartender was super friendly and knowledgeable. Since taking over the space they have done some upgrades of bamboo fence around the perimeter to give you a more private feeling. It was a nice touch. We didn't try food but, will have to go back another time to try some goodies.

    Bonnie S.

    Very aesthetic brunch spot in triangle square. They also have a live DJ in evenings and in some afternoons I believe. We came on Saturday around 11:30. It was not very busy and we got to choose our seat. We sat outside on this beautiful warm February day. Our waiter Mike was super friendly and attentive. We got the chips and salsa, breakfast burrito, pollo benedict, egg and asada tostada, ceviche, pork belly benedict and churro brioche. The breakfast burrito was made well with crunchy tater tots and a not too greasy flavorful chorizo with plenty of scrambled egg, would for sure get this again! The pollo benedict came with a crispy chicken on a biscuit, it was flavorful and pretty well executed. The pork belly benedict lacked some flavor and was a little disappointing. The asada tostada was not only excellent but had such a massive serving of protein it was at least 2 meals. The ceviche was fresh and delicious. The salsa is going to be my biggest complaint. It was sort of bland and did not have much of a kick. I also wish they gave little individual salsas with the breakfast burritos. We also got drinks! The Cantarito and Mango Fuego. Both made perfectly and not just full of sugar. I will say it was mild on the alcohol so if you're looking for a buzz it's not happening with these drinks. Now let's talk dessert, the churro brioche. Well OMG all I really have to see is please get this! It was made so perfectly and and had such a great flavor combo. It was also a generous portion for a table to share. I think this is a great place for a girls group, it is not only beautiful, they have a great variety of drinks and good food and take reservations.

    Mo'jitos Mo Problems
    Vivian N.

    The mo'jitos mo problems is a great fruity drink for someone that doesn't like to taste alcohol. It's sweet and tart, leaning very lemonade and hides the alcohol very well. PSA is it very sweet

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    Ruin Bar

    4.1
    (486 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    What a great little trendy bar hidden away! After the OC Fair we felt like a little nightcap &…read morethrough Yelp found this little gem. The ambiance was so cool with lots of Asian inspired decorations, total eye candy. The line for the drinks was a little long but went pretty fast and we were lucky to score 2 seats inside almost immediately. If not, you can stand around or sit on other little tables on their outside patio. You can view the drinks through a QR code, a wall menu or above the bar. The drinks were really good with fun names, it was hard to decide which I'd make my first! A great place to visit and enjoy a good drink.

    A very special bar, from the drinks to the decor. I really like that they are open during the day…read moreand also late at night, with mixed indoor and outdoor seating (though the outdoor seating is a bit worn). Vibes are always good. If you have some time while browsing The Lab during the day, I recommend stopping by for a drink! It's also nice to include in your barhopping itinerary in the evening since there are a number of breweries around too. I've had mixed experiences with the bartenders. Luckily, the gentleman manning the bar during my most recent visit was very friendly. Drinks are always great. I've tried a variety of drinks from the menu here, but my favorites are: -Love in Drunk, a lovely cocktail with cucumber and grapefruit flavors that create a fresh watermelon taste when mixed together -Bee's Knees, short but strong and sweet -London Mule, very herbal thanks to the gin and very refreshing

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    Old fashion. House bourbon. Better than anywhere else.
    Coconut pineapple peach shots. Phenomenal.
    Coconut pineapple peach shots. Phenomenal.
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    Bootlegger's Brewery - Costa Mesa

    Bootlegger's Brewery - Costa Mesa

    4.2
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    When arriving to the brewery, I enjoyed the look and atmosphere. Very wide open and plenty of…read moreseating, the string lights helped create a nice inviting atmosphere. But I was caught off guard by the lack of music and overall how quiet the whole place was. I went on a Friday and there weren't many people there, which isn't bad just something I had noticed. Very stark comparison to the other breweries in the area, which were much more lively. The beers itself were decent; however, there were no prices posted anywhere on the chalk menu, or the paper menu from what I saw. I ordered 2 drinks, one of which needed to have the keg replaced. When the attendant returned she said they were actually completely out, but the drink I had ordered was a double IPA, and without any prices posted or itemized receipt, I wasn't sure what I was able to get instead. The attendant then tells me "if you get something cheaper, I won't change the price" which confused me. A double IPA is typically more expensive than a regular beer or seltzer and she didn't even offer a refund to compensate for the fact that it was sold out and I had already paid for it. This could have been mitigated if the prices were available or she offered me an itemized receipt. For 2 beers I paid $20 before tipping. As a customer I'd like to be informed of what I'm getting charged for, and if I'm charged for something more and given less, I'd like a partial refund. In the end I got my beers and sat down. The brewery itself doesn't serve food, so it was nice being able to bring my own food and est what I want. Again, up until 30 minutes of being there, no music was playing, so very off putting vibe. Overall, I did not enjoy my experience here and don't recommend anyone coming here when other breweries are in tbe area and much more clear with pricing and have a more lively vibe.

    Overall, this is my favorite brewery in this area where there's quite a few breweries! I was a bit…read moredisappointed recently as they took a lot of beers off their menu and have such a short list right now. I liked how much variety they used to have and they make good beers which is why I'd always come! I really enjoy that they have an indoor and outdoor area. The people working here are usually nice and helpful. I love that they have TV's so my boyfriend can watch sports & they even have a whole shelf of games to play too!

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    Really pretty wall inside the tasting room.
    Really pretty wall inside the tasting room.
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    Small outside seating area. I love drinking outside.

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    Small outside seating area. I love drinking outside.
    Wild Goose Tavern

    Wild Goose Tavern

    4.3
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    1.0 mi
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    Outdoor seating
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    Went looking for a good spot to watch a World Cup game and originally tried the Harp. Big mistake…read more It was absolutely packed and standing room only, so we headed over to Wild Goose Tavern instead. Great decision. We got there a little before the game and had plenty of choices for seats. It definitely filled up as kickoff got closer, but with TVs everywhere, this place is pretty much built for watching sports. The food was surprisingly good, plenty of choices, good beer selection, and the service was excellent. Our waitresses were friendly and attentive even as the place got busier. The whole crowd had a fun energy, which made watching the World Cup even better. I've heard Wild Goose really cranks up at night with a younger crowd, but I haven't experienced that side of it yet. For a big sporting event, though, I'd absolutely come back. Great atmosphere, good food, cold beer, lots of TVs, and friendly service. Hard to ask for much more.

    Tried this place after discovering on yelp. I was looking for a good espresso martini and this…read moreplace was a suggested result. I will say the espresso martini was not 5 star, but other drinks were good. We tried the blood orange marg, the spicy strawberry marg, and the cowboy marg. My mom liked the blood orange but the second round did not taste the same as the first. A bit of a consistency issue but she nursed it and finished it. My favorite drink was the cowboy marg. It was on the sweeter side but refreshing. For food. We had an assortment. Standouts were the steak dinner and onion rings! I would come back to try other things. The short rib grilled cheese was mid, but would be great to soak up alcohol. Cassidy was an excellent server, even as it got really busy for a UFC fight. Ambiance is definitely fun and unique. Generally, the experience was good. I would give it another shot to try other food and drinks.

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    Green Cheek Beer Co.

    Green Cheek Beer Co.

    4.2
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    3.1 mi
    $$
    Vegan friendly
    Free WiFi

    Green Cheek is a great place to spend your time, definitely one of the highlights in the…read moresurrounding area. The lot itself is pretty big, especially for being in this part of Costa Mesa. It has plenty of indoor seating, with even more picnic table/bench style seating outside. I love coming here in the summer when the sun is setting and the warm air starts to settle, peak experience. The service is fast and friendly, whether you're going togo or dining in, they are always great. Whenever I have questions regarding the beer selection, they always have an answer waiting. Speaking of beers, they have plenty of house made brews as well as some local and unique offerings. I tend to gravitate to seltzers or lighter beers and they plenty of choices for me to grab. I love the Lavy Lemonade, Flying South, Like Super Profound, and the New Adventures: Nitro. Their menu does change so please make sure to check what they have avoided when you go. The Like Super Profound was a Japanese beer, light but great taste, and the Nitro was smooth. I don't doubt anything on their menu currently is not worth trying while you're there. The food is also great, the pretzel, and wings hit the spot for me and my girlfriend as an appetizer for a movie while we sat and drank waiting for the start time. The chicken sandwich was hot and crispy, on the smaller side but good nonetheless. The tots, regular or loaded are just chefs kiss, always crispy, must order if you are there.

    This place holds a special place in my heart in that I look forward to the food more than the beers…read morehaha. Not say the beer is bad, their selection is pretty solid actually. It's just their food is that great. However, to be honest, the only food items I've had are the classic double smash burger and tater tots (plain or cheeky style). I'm normally one to try everything on the menu, but this burger was just one of those items where I'd be incredibly disappointed if those other items could not contend with the burger. Now beyond the food and drinks, the service is pretty efficient and the staff is welcoming. Combined with a large outdoor space and cozy indoor space, this place has always been cheeky go to after work. PSA...Forgot to mention, the only bad thing I can consider is that parking can be pretty hard to find especially during busy hours.

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    One of our Hazy IPAs
    Tons of seating outside
    Tons of seating outside
    Another view of the indoor private event area

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    Another view of the indoor private event area

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