I've loved this place since I moved to Costa Mesa 15 years ago-- friendly staff, wonderful items, and everything so beautifully arrayed. You could tell everyone that worked there felt like part is a family. it was a welcoming place in the neighborhood and fun to go to. But I feel like some of that charm has fallen away since new owners took over sometime in 2024. There are some physical differences-they don't keep up with things that are out of stock, the ways things are arranged aren't as as nice or thoughtfully done. It just now feels kind of more generic and like a regular convenience store. It's kind of a shame. There are nice people there, but it doesn't feel quite the same. read more

It took me until the Covid-19 shutdown to find this gem. And believe me, this is one fabulous market. Its not huge and the selections are limited, but for what they have its top notch. Their baked goods come a couple of times a week from Old Town Baking Company, and you cant go wrong there. Their beer and wine choices are all ones I like. And they have local coffees, premium ice cream, and produce. You don't have to drive through, but it does make for a new experience. I usually walk in. Highly recommend read more

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I absolutely LOVE this place. I am so thankful it exists. I had just had surgery and couldn't do a full shopping run and this place saved my life. I could get literally everything I needed without having to walk around a store and then carry heavy bags to my car. read more

First time here. Small, with excellent selection of last minute things for dinner which I was looking for. Drive right thru the market and walk in. Very nice customer service. I will be back. read more

This is a hidden gem in Costa Mesa! Drive thru to get great snacks, wine and beer! Good selection and very friendly staff!

This drive thru mini-mart is perfect for a pick me up wine, needed batteries, local honey or just a few kitchen essentials you may have forgotten. The availability to pull up and and leave your car running while grabbing a few things you need! This isn't the place to go grocery shopping, but that's not what they're meant for. It's for the things you may have forgotten or the select delicacies they have. Hand selected wines from all regions, beers from local breweries, pasta that is quality, coffee from the local coffee shop... i could keep going on. While I was there I had remembered I needed batteries and I asked the lady working who gladly told me the types they had! Overall the mini-mart has been a lifesaver. read more

Best little market for snacks and what not plus everyone who works there is super nice, 10/10 recommend this place is a vibe

I love this place. They have a greatest hits of essential items (fresh breads, good wine selection, cheeses, pasta, Italian tomatoes and yummy tomato sauces) plus a few treats (like fresh desserts- next time I want to try the carrot cake!). Treat yourself to Bariani Olive Oil or Balsamic- a California grown and produced gem! I was so excited to find it here! I used to buy direct from Mr Bariani at the Sacramento Farmer's Market. I was so thrilled to find it here! It is delicious and I love to give it as gifts too. Fresh coffee in the morning (cheaper than Starbucks) & you support a small business. Avoid the crowds and discover a true local gem! read more

My favorite place to run and grab a snack, drink, etc over my lunch break! Pull right through the drive and they'll come grab you exactly what you need without ever having to get out! Very friendly staff as well :) read more

Love this spot. The owner is wonderful and stocks a great assortment of everything you could want. My favorite are the creamwich ice cream sandwiches. read more

Drive through market with great fresh products. Reasonable prices and simple wonderful service. Love it

So impressed with the changes the new owners have made! The completely revamped store is a breath of fresh air and has an amazing selection of craft beer, wine, food and drinks. Two extremely friendly guys run the place now and I am stoked to support a local business instead of a corporate conglomerate. If you are on the run and need to pick up some things and don't want the hassle of getting out of your car or having to unload the kids or dogs this is the place! read more

Wait!? Did I just see signs on a building with arrows showing me there is a drive through mini mart offering milk, snacks, etc...like the "olden days"? OMGosh I have to go check it out. I love 17th street because there are always hidden finds. YES!!, it is a drive through mini mart. I remember going with my grandfather to these when I was a little girl. He would drive in for a pack of smokes and milk and bread for my grandma. Oh those days were so simple.. I love how this place looked so clean. They even had coffee along with some great snacks, soda, ice cream and a ton of goodies. Imagine jumping in your car with your jams on and driving through in a jiff. No parking or going through aisles much less a cashier line. I ordered Ben and Jerrys ice cream, paid and was on my way! Guy helping was awesome. Although I do not live in Costa Mesa I am over here all the time and I will definitely come back! If I could find a location in my city I would love to open a drive through mini mart. Love the "olden days", so much good stuff! When are glass bottle milk and the Helms bakery truck coming back? haha read more

This is my new favorite coffee spot! The coffee is delicious and I love that it's a drive thru store! The staff is very friendly and the store is clean and bright! Thanks Eastside! read more

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I'm was stoked on the place when it reopened because as was mentioned before; the concept of pulling-in and having requested items brought to you is really rad when you are hoping for the speed and convenience that the concept embodies. So when you pull-in and the guy is sitting behind the counter is too busy playing with his phone to provide the service I thought was the promised premise ? no !? As a kid, it was super-rad to ride my bike into a place like this and grab what I needed without locking up. I hope before locking the doors, customer service can be reestablished so I can keep wearing the hat I bought there and driving through when I need to. THANKS ANYWAY ! read more

Our friends just had a Grand Opening for the renovated drive thru "Eastside Mini-Mart." The store features gourmet foods, well priced wines, and basic staples. Gourmet gift baskets made to order are an expansion service. Check it out! Eastside is a time saver! read more

I love the Eastside Mini-Mart. Been goingthere since the 1970s when I was young. Back then it was candy and ice cream. Then in the 1990s I would buy milk for my kids there. Now I am disabled and I buy wine so I don't have to get out of the car. All the ladies are so very nice and helpful. Please don't go anywhere. read more

Wow this place has changed. It is so pretty now and actually fun. One-- you can find it! Two-new and fab merchandise. You can get the best unique beer and wine here and not even get out of your car. Great place to buy ice. No work. Just pull in and they will help you. I just love the pull through, drive in convenience. Polite young guys work there. So nice to have a super easy pull in Mini-mart and it's owned by locals. I like the Altadena milk too. read more

Love how EASY it is to grab essentials with my baby in tow! I've been twice and each person I've met who works there has been so nice and helpful! 100% recommend a drive through ;) read more

Growing up on the east coast, drive thru minimarts and liquor stores are a pretty common thing. So I was really stoked when I realized there was one right down the road from me! Unfortunately the last few times I drove through the cashier wouldn't come out from behind the register. I had to get out of my car and grab the things I needed myself. Which defeats the purpose of having a drive thru. read more

Best little local bodega. Orange County needs more small businesses like this one! This mini mart is clean, decorated beautifully and the snacks are curated extremely well. They also support other small local businesses by carrying their products. I frequent this place for wine and snacks. So happy to have this in the neighborhood! read more

Love Eastside Mini Mart! So convenient and so easy especially when I have my kids with me. They just started carrying Jans and it is the best. You can drive through and get a salad or wrap! Definitely recommend this place! read more

This place is the hidden diamond in the rough. New owners as of 2015 and the changes they made are great. I love that you can drive in and jump out and get what you want. They have a little of everything including cold beer, good wines and lots of snacks for the kids. If you only need a few things then this is a great stop. I went to MiCas across the street and picked up fresh chips and salsa for a football party I was having. I drove across the street and picked up ice, beer and sodas. No trip to the store, no long lines and no busy parking lots to deal with. Pull in, jump out and on my way. read more

To put it plainly, it could have been designed and accomplished much better. The outside was cute, but off the beaten path and you are truly at the mercy of the shopper in front of you. I was expecting a miniature drive-thru, with little stocked on the shelves. When you entered, to the right was what I expected, a line of refrigerators and freezers with drinks and some ice cream. When you looked to the left, it seemed like an actual brick and mortar store. To grab your items, you had to walk out of your car to grab whatever you wanted. It wasn't just a typical small market. There were wines, pizza sauces and bread in the back part of the store. I love the concept, but there can certainly be much better execution. read more

This mini mart really is the best. Really helpful and friendly staff that always keep the place clean and in stock. It's also pretty cool that you can drive into the store, request certain items, and they'll bring it to you so you don't have to leave your car. read more

Ok so first of all I'm super stoked on the new place. Very easy to see and navigate through. Best of all it looks CLEAN. I've been to the new place about 5 or 6 times since it's opened as I live in the neighborhood and every trip has been a positive one. How amazing is it to have a drive through mart in your hood??? I love it and it's so convenient when you have little ones in a car seat. Even when I don't have my kids I still love the fact that I can drive right on up! Too cool. read more

Okay this place is cool but... Wtf is it closed at 8:pm on a Saturday? I guess the new owners don't have the work ethic that kept this place open for 20 years. read more

Finally a drive thru store in Costa Mesa/ Newport Beach, that's clean! I live right down the street and have lived in this area my whole life and this idea of drive thru market is fantastic. Both owners are wonderful and have treated me amazing every time I have driven through. One of the best things they have are the "Purps" energy drink by Kelly Slater, still haven't found another place that carries them. If you haven't got a chance to drive through Newport's classic Mini Mart you haven't seen all of Newport Beach. I highly recommend this place to anyone who's looking to grab a nice cold Herbert's lemonade while staying in there car through the whole process. Thank you Mini Mart for bringing back some great culture to 17th street. read more

Just happened to come across this gem. Coolest concept I've seen in a while. Highly recommend driving thru it - pun intended. Stopped by and grabbed water for the road and ended up getting out and checking the whole place out. read more

Great new clean look. It doesn't get more convenient than this well stocked mini market....you can drive right up.

Cool new look and great customer service. One stop shopping and you don't even have to get out of your car.