Dear Yelp Community, Finally, after passing this long-standing local establishment many times, I stopped to try the breakfast (as recommended by a local), and well worth it! I tried a classic breakfast with eggs, toast, and hash browns. Sandra, the server, has been working here more than 40 years! All good, and friendly staff. The interior décor is great! Although renovated, they tried to replace the original feel with wood panels, bright colors, and old-school countertop. Please keep this legacy in business. Thank you for feeding me this Labor Day. Best wishes. Sincerely, Anna read more

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We mostly go for breakfast and the food has always been great. However, we were just there for Father's Day and as expected, it was packed. But come to find out after an hour later, the girl who seats you forgot about us. After being seated, it took another hour for the food to come out. Keep in mind, we ordered everything right when we sat down because we were watching the tables as we were waiting for ours. One thing we observed was how the front door worker was seating people. Party of 4 was seated with three tables. There was room to move the tables apart and seat others who had been waiting but that didn't happen. We came here for Mother's Day and it was packed but service was quick. Not sure what went wrong on staff for Father's Day but it was not pleasant. read more

Restaurant ambience when you first enter is typical diner but I was offered an option for seat to the back which I took. Very warm and nice ambience like a little speakeasy just needs a little more decoration in the room. I order plate chilaquiles with additional carne asada. Sauce for chips was actually very refreshing peppery with mild spicy level. Eggs were just fine like any typical. Pickled onion with herbs on top really was interested way to dress the food and gave that nice acidic bite with crunch. Unfortunately I do hold a little comment on food and service, the cilantro crema like wasn't my favorite to me, it tasted similar to a tzatziki to me (which I'm not a fan of personally) maybe to other it's a nice refreshing unique twist on top the meal. Well my last little opinion on the meal was the Carne Asada I added wasn't what I expected, I'm not sure if the meat was last left overs but it didn't taste right. Maybe it was marinade in typical way but I also expected a cooked slice of skirt or flap...BUT not diced which is very odd. Service was nice but I sat at my spot for 40 minutes and was about to leave until they realized I was in the back. Service was straight forward and food was served quickly. Honest without the star scoring system I personally give the place 7/10. Was still good food and nice ambients. read more

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Adorable decor. Very 70s look. Super friendly staff. Surprisingly really great food. Everything seemed very fresh. The welcoming atmosphere and great food really made the whole place feel homey read more

Dick Church's - Chicken Sandwich with fruit - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This is a great vintage restaurant! The food is solid and the service is friendly and efficient! They're fast and everything runs great here! The only thing I could do without is the country music. Otherwise I might visit more often. It seriously makes my ears bleed. read more

Again! Awesome experience. Our server today remembered us from last time (almost a month ago), her name is Madeleine! What an amazing service. The food was delicious, again. Full of flavor, great seasoning, excellent biscuits, and loved the crunchy bacon. I really enjoy the coffee here, why? I don't know, it just taste really good hahaha. Atmosphere here is nice, average noise level, and you get a family feeling here. You'll see lots of regular come through as you enjoy your meal. Highly recommended! read more

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This place is popping!!! Visited on Sunday during the SoCal rain. Even the rain didn't keep people away so that should speak for itself. We were seated about 15 min after arrival, which was not bad for the crowd size waiting around to be seated. It's a large place with indoor and outdoor seating (when it's not raining). With a classic decor and vibrant colors, I wasn't sure what to expect. The service was Excellent and the food was good. They have a variety of options to choose from (breakfast classics, sandwiches, etc). Our coffee's were topped off often which kept it hot! I had the American breakfast with house potatoes which included bell peppers & onion, bacon, scrambled eggs and sourdough toast. Overall, flavor was good, potatoes were cooked just right. I wish I would've asked for a little crispy as I like mine crunchy. Overall, everything was tasty! Everyone in my party were pleased with their meal and the service. Meal size is decent. We will be back to try other items. read more

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Loved this place! It's so cool you feel like you are transported back in time; The interior is charming and updated yet has a very classic vibe. Very cool! I could see myself renting this place out for an awesome party (I don't know if they do that, but it would be cool!) The service was great, the energy was awesome - bustling and busy, - and the food was fine! read more

Dick Church's - Front patio waiting area - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This is typical of the old diner model that never fails. We sat in the area that had hints of the Brady bunch with we ood paneling. I ordered the corned beef and hash which was incredibly surprising. The corned beef was not thinly sliced or out of a normal can. These were served in big chunks!. Each morsel was slightly charred, yet soft in texture. So good! The rest of the family had a large chicken fried steak, which was edible but a little bit dry ,a large Belgian I sn waffle and chilaquiles. read more

Found this cute little locals restaurant in Costa Mesa! I have driven by this restaurant many times but never thought anything of it. Then one day it caught my eye and I decided to order some items my family and I might like. My server, Sandy, was the sweetest lady ever! She was very helpful and attentive. The experience could have not been any better! I ordered the cheeseburger, but with no cheese. This place offers a decent burger. The meat patty itself had its own flavor. The fresh cut fries were delicious. I appreciate when people spend time on the side as they are just as important as the main part of the meal! I tried the pancakes and they were nice and fluffy. I think anyone who is a breakfast lover would be pretty satisfied with this breakfast entree. The avocado toast got no complaints. My daughter enjoyed it! If you are in the area and looking for a local little diner joint, I suggest trying place out! Service 9/10 Food 7/10 Overall 7.5/10 read more

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A really delicious breakfast option in Costa Mesa. I would not really call it a diner because it is a bit more upscale than that. It does have a very 1960s, early 70s vibe to it which I loved. Inside is very large and there are many different rooms with different seating options. They also have indoor and outdoor seating. There's a large free parking lot attached so we were able to find a space a few feet from the door. Our server was extremely polite and everything that we ordered came out faster than expected. They have a very large menu with all sorts of classic dishes on it, but there's enough variety that you will be able to try different items during each visit. I started off with a cup of the Chili and thought it was surprisingly good. It had a very hearty flavor to it, lots of meat, and it was seasoned really well. I also loved that they covered it in onions and overall I really enjoyed it. For my breakfast I chose the Country Fried Steak because I've only heard great things about it. I can confirm it is delicious and I would recommend. It was perfectly crispy, but not overly done, and was fair in size. Overall, a really solid breakfast or lunch option if you are in the Orange County area. read more

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I grew up going to Dick Church's - whether that was after hitting dawn patrol at Blackie's or post-church services - my family has seen meals under multiple owners. I recently went back after many, many years away and I have to say that the current owners have done a fantastic job of keeping what was always special about the place while updating some of the less-than-stellar things that existed. I think the scaled down menu really does the place justice - because you can still get a Dick's Scramble, but they've kept the menu minimal so everything feels intentional and tastes delicious. It's still diner food, but that's exactly why you're here. The coffee is strong and hot, the eggs are fluffy, and the service is friendly and fantastic. Love the old photos of Costa Mesa everywhere and the outdoor seating for families with pets. Dick's is a staple of CM, and you can tell it will continue to be with this great for years to come. And yeah, still highly recommend the Dick's Scramble. read more

Dick Church's - Dick's Scramble - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We decided to try Dick's church for the first time. It was well worth it our waitress was super friendly. The vibes for this restaurant are super cool. They have an outdoor patio area with a kids playground. The food was very yummy. We will definitely be coming back. read more

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Woke up, craving some chicken fried steak dick churches fulfilled that in spades delicious

Hadn't been in for about a year and decided to stop by on Sunday afternoon. The server was friendly and there wasn't a wait time at all (in the past there always was) I was a bit shocked to see us get a table right away. And noticed lots of available tables indoor and outdoor. After placing our orders and receiving the food, it made sense. Unfortunately our party of 4 all ordered a different item from the menu- and all of us were dissatisfied with our meals. I did take pictures, and I'm glad that I did for context. The chicken country fried steak was cold and all breading with no actual chicken. The fact it was cold made it that much worse. The order of French toast was also cold and burnt at the same time! Thin bread and just overall very disappointing. The tuna melt was very greasy and also came out cold. The sweet potato fries - cold and soggy. What is going on?! Why are plates being served cold when it should be hot food. We also ordered a cheeseburger and the fries were dry overcooked and brown and crispy. They looked like fries that had been sitting there all morning. Cold as well...... Overall, today's experience here will be our last. It was a waste of money honestly. I would have much rather spent 70 dollars elsewhere. Norms would have been better. So disappointed. read more

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Came here on Mother's Day with my family and had such a fun experience! The food and drinks were amazing, the outdoor atmosphere was perfect, and the staff went above and beyond to make all the moms feel special. They handed out hilarious "Moms Love Dick's" shirts and stickers, which had our whole table laughing the entire time . It made the day super memorable and fun for all generations of our family. Great vibes, great service, and definitely a spot we'll keep coming back to! read more

Stopped in for breakfast on our way out of Costa Mesa. Retro inside (or this maybe the original look from when it first opened) with a warm and friendly ambiance. This is definitely the restaurant that your papa would go to every day for his morning cup of joe, eggs and bacon and have a close rapport with the staff. What we ordered: corned beef and hash (recommended by the waitress) and a cinnamon roll. I can't imagine any other breakfast meal there being better than the corned beef. It was tender with bits of crispiness - I could've ordered a second round if we're being honest. The cinnamon roll was average, nothing special. Service was prompt and prices were reasonable. read more

Was in the mood for some comfort food so went for breakfast with a friend. I had the Eggs Benedict with a side of potatoes. I get my eggs scrambled and add extra hollandaise. The hollandaise was fresh and delicious. We sat at the counter which I usually wouldn't do but we took the first seats available. I don't know the waitresses name but she was very patient and kind. read more

This breakfast spot is so traditional and perfect for a ritual sit-down with your closest friends, family, or even coworkers. It just has that classic feel that makes you want to slow down and enjoy it. The service is great, and as a regular it's awesome that our server actually remembers our orders. Food is always fantastic. Love breakfast, and this place does it right. read more

The staff was incredibly friendly. This is such a quaint little diner with both counter seating traditional booth seating as well as outdoor seating. I had the Reuban sandwich with sweet potato fries and my mouth watered with every bite it was so delicious read more

Dick Church's - Reuban sandwich ( yes I took a few bites) and Sweet Potato Fries (yes I had already eaten few) - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Dick Church's has been on my route for decades, yet I had never stopped in. I finally did, and I am very glad I did. The place feels like a piece of Costa Mesa's DNA. Once you sit down, you understand why people keep coming back. I went straight for the chicken fried steak and eggs. You can tell this is not the reheated, premade version that too many restaurants use. The texture is real and substantial, not the homogenous ground patty you get elsewhere. Crisp on the outside, tender inside, and seasoned well. Every bite felt like someone in the kitchen actually cares about what they are sending out. The pancakes were exactly what I want in a classic diner stack. Light and fluffy with a little chew, and that at-home texture you can never quite reproduce no matter how hard you try. The eggs Benedict were simple and non pretentious in the best way. Good hollandaise, well poached eggs, and a clean finish that lets you keep eating without feeling weighed down. Inside, it looks like the old-school diner you hope it will be, with vintage touches that make you smile. The twist is the people. The staff brings a fresh, friendly energy, and they treat you like a regular even if it is your first time. What stood out even more was the crowd. Diners were genuinely warm, the kind of place where strangers say hello, share a quick recommendation, and mean it. It felt like a neighborhood room, not just a restaurant. Coffee refills came without asking, service stayed attentive, and prices felt fair for the quality. It is the small things that sell you here. Plates land hot. The timing between courses makes sense. You never feel rushed, but you never wonder where your food went. It is the rhythm of a team that has done this for a long time and still takes pride in doing it right. Dick Church's embodies the best parts of Costa Mesa. Welcoming. Genuine. More substance than flash. I regret not stopping sooner. Do not wait decades like I did. Make the stop. read more

It was fine! Food good but it was so loud inside-parents just let their kids run all over and it's disruptive. The servers are attentive and nice-it was just breakfast, nothing special read more

The corn beef hash was the tastiest, crispiest and freshest in SoCal I have had yet. Breakfast tacos great, salsa home made, organic coffee, hot cocoas both kids loved. Our waitress Lindsay (maybe her name) was the best server ever. Conversational so good with our kids. Smiling, engaging & quick to get our orders done perfect. Would love to come back here. Inside was comfortable & outside well covered huge space for people to sit comfortable. read more

Had a fantastic breakfast here on a weekend trip! My breakfast burrito was great, glad that I followed the waitress's tip to add grilled onions. One of us had the Eastside Scramble which was decent, but I was eyeballing the vegetarian Benedict! If I can make it back here, that's going to be my pick. Really impressed with how many vegetarian options there were! The spicy Bloody Mary was spot on! Also got a hot coffee since we were sitting outside on a chilly morning with the dog. The outdoor patio area was lovely and a bunch of other tables had well behaved dogs. We were there on a Sunday morning around 9 and it looked like there was a pretty full house inside, but you'd never know from the service-- prompt, courteous, friendly, checked in on us several times. Definitely going to be a repeat next time I'm in the area! read more

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Cool diner near where I work, apparently it's been here forever and just recently had a renovation, no wonder it looks so new and updated inside. Love the service. I ordered steak and eggs, steak was surprisingly good! Will for sure be back again read more

Dick Church's - Steak and Eggs - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The avocado toast with eggs are where it's at! Such a good breakfast spot that's cute with a lot of bang for your buck. The prices are fair and the service is great. I'll be back to scarf down some Avocado toast soon read more

Dick Church's - Avocado toast and steak + eggs - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Best Breakfast spot in all of Costa Mesa and Newport. Maybe even all of SoCal. Me and my Fiancé come here almost every weekend. The staff are all so kind and amazing at what they do. Food is 10/10. I get the corned beef hash, but anything you order will be fire. Don't sleep on Dicks!!! read more

It was a big group of 13 of us on on late Saturday morning and they sat us pretty quickly outdoors-- just had to odor them to set-up the tables and chairs and umbrellas for shade. The staff was really friendly and explained any questions we had about any of the dishes. The food was very tasty, a bit pricey but portions were satisfyingly filling. Parking lot is medium-sized, it was a little full but thankfully found a spot as a family was leaving. Overall great experience! read more

THE FOOD WAS SO BOMB!! we had the main burger, french toast, and breakfast carne asada burrito.. all 10/10. Not to mention the kindness the staff showed my family and I. We will be visiting again and you won't regret checking this place out either :) read more

Dick Church's - Exterior - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Service and food was excellent !!!! Restrooms are always clean atmosphere is outstanding

Retro feel. Cool booths and counter. Classic diner food. We were welcomed promptly and escorted to a table. The wait staff was quick to come to the table and served us well. All five of us enjoyed our breakfast. We will return. read more

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My favorite breakfast spot. I been coming here for years now. The service is fantastic and the food is amazing. Highly recommend it. The quintessential American diner read more

Dick Church's - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I visited this establishment for brunch today to celebrate my birthday, but the experience was deeply insulting. As a customer who expects a standard level of professional courtesy, I was met with subtle racial gatekeeping and a hostile attitude. 1. Intentional Gatekeeping (Seating): The restaurant was active but by no means at capacity. Specifically, the inner room was completely vacant with many empty tables. However, the server intentionally seated me at a noisy, less desirable table. When I requested a quieter spot in the back, she flatly refused, citing "just in case" for large parties. It was only after I stood my ground and insisted that she reluctantly allowed me to sit there. She never once proactively offered a better alternative; I had to fight for basic comfort. 2. Hygiene Violations & "Forced" Apology: The service was negligent and unsanitary. I was served a coffee cup with visible residue. Worse, I witnessed the server handling clean utensils with her bare hands immediately after wiping down other tables. When I confronted her about the dirty cup, she didn't offer a proactive solution. It was only after I demanded a new set with a firm stance--asking, "You didn't do any dishes?"--that she gave a reluctant, forced apology. If I hadn't been vocal, she would have let me dine with dirty equipment. 3. Hostile Demeanor & The "Box" Insult: Throughout the meal, the server engaged in a childish power struggle. While I was clearly still eating with my fork in hand, she approached and asked, "Would you like a box?" This was a blatant attempt to rush me out. To top it off, whenever I raised valid concerns, she made incredulous and condescending facial expressions, acting as if a customer's request for hygiene and quiet was an absurdity. Verdict: The food was acceptable, but the staff's quality is bottom-tier. If you are a solo Asian female diner, be prepared for "intangible" racism and a server who treats professional service as a personal favor. I will not be returning. read more

My boyfriend and i stopped in this morning for breakfast and it was the perfect old school diner! Service was great with the food being delivered quickly, the atmosphere was casual and fun with outside seating (very kid friendly), and the food was delicious. We split the breakfast tacos, hash browns, east side scramble, and breakfast potatoes. I'd highly recommend the breakfast tacos and the hash browns with a side of their salsa. 10/10. read more

Dick Church's is the cutest little diner tucked in the middle of Nowhere Land Costa Mesa. The decor is vibrant, loud and I am absolutely here for it. I came for lunch and had myself a little tuna melt ($13). It's a no frills tuna melt with albacore tuna salad, tomato, and cheddar sandwiched between two pieces of grilled sourdough. The tuna salad was excellent with not a ton of concessions - no weird secret ingredients here. Plus the tuna wasn't watery or runny. The sourdough was nice and buttery with just the right amount of toast to keep it from becoming too toasty. All in all, a solid tuna melt. The westside scramble ($15) was an excellent choice as well. It comes with ham, bacon, sausage, bell pepper + cheese with your choice of toast and potatoes. Good ingredients make for a great omelette. I'm intrigued by dinner because I'm sure it's a vibe. If you like diners, come visit Dick Church's. read more

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The coffee was great! We also really enjoyed the salad. Everything we ordered was good including the fries. The decor is nice too.

I used to frequent DC's 20+ years ago for breakfast meetings. It is conveniently located near the OC Fairgrounds that sit b/t HB and Irvine by SNA. This time it was for lunch after golf w/ my regular crew. I still have the same opinion of DC's that I had 20+ years ago: Its a solid place w/ good prices and great service. I ordered the turkey sandwich on toasted sourdough. You have a lot of options for sides and I chose a salad. I believe DC's also offers bfast all day bc one of my friends had eggs & bacon. The turkey was moist, and the portion was hearty. I was stuffed afterwards. In addition, the salad had nice fresh veggies. Regarding the ambiance, its old skool in here. Based upon the interaction with the staff, I noticed there are a lot of regulars here. Our waitress, Meredith was super nice, friendly and attentive. I paid, and I made sure I gave her a big tip. DC's is on our rotation after golf. We play twice a week, so there will be plenty of opps for me to sample the menu further. read more

Dick Church's - Turkey on sourdough w/ side salad ($13) hearty - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Chewy overcooked beef slices, bread was soaked in butter(?), au just was highly sus. Gross. Fries were good. So greasy I stopped eating after 2 bites. read more

Dick Church's - Not sure what the flecks are. - Diners Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Went to breakfast there this morning for the first time and was disappointed. They were busy at 8:30 but there were booths available or sit outside. My son and I ordered biscuits and gravy scrambled eggs and I had very crispy bacon. My daughter-in-law had breakfast tacos. I ate one biscuit which are flat Square biscuits and not a whole one just a piece the bacon was fantastic. Bottom line was disappointed will not go back to order again maybe try lunch or dinner but very disappointed in breakfast. Not much flavor. And then the waitress I had words with her because she was too busy paying attention to some customers that walked in that she knew then paying attention to hand me the box and hitting me in the head with it When she swung her arm out never once did she look to see what she was doing when she was bringing me a box and then she gave me their bill and they had just ordered. It was all messed up. Waitress need to pay attention to each of their customers one at a time Not try to deal with One, but not looking at them and talking to another one that they know that walked in was very rude. I just lived down the street and hadn't been there 15 years. I've lived here so I thought I'd try it. Not really sure I'm gonna go back and give them a second. Try for lunch or dinner read more

Love this place. Went for a weekday breakfast here. The servers are dolls. Food is decent. Heard they have a speakeasy in this place. I would not hesitate to come back here. read more