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    Mesa

    3.7 (1.9k reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Trendy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    April S.

    Was looking for a jazz night spot and found this place. Nice vibe inside. A dimly lit place and not too crowded. Got seated right by the Jazz band and fireplace which made it extra special. The food was amazing! Sooo good. Two thumbs up! Service was slow though. Our server took a while to come back and food arrived after 45 minutes and my drink came near the end. Still had a great night enjoying the food and music. Overall, fantastic food and atmosphere.

    June 18
    Kevin M.

    My wife and I stopped in with friends. It's been a long time since we've been here. Probably the last was before Covid. Must say they have not skipped a beat and so happy that they are doing well! We had a terrific server and truly enjoyed our time. We had a nice lengthy dinner. Glad we had reservations at 6 PM. We left at about 7:45 PM! For starters, we opened up with their charcuterie, fried olives, and hand cut fries. All were absolutely delicious! A little more information as to the charcuterie and cheeseboard ingredients would have been nice. The fried olives were extremely tasty as well. For the main courses, we had a variety for our table, with my wife ordering a pizza margarita. I ordered their poblano chicken with fingerling potatoes, and our friends ordered a Caesar salad and the braised short ribs. All the dishes were incredibly delicious and well presented! The place was getting crowded as we departed near 7:45 PM. I can only imagine what it's like at night! Might have to come here again soon!

    Julie Y.

    I haven't been back in a decade & I was surprised that this place still existed when one of our friends suggested we come here to grab drinks. It was a Saturday night that 4 of us stopped by for a drink after having dinner nearby. Place was not as packed around 9:30 but it got more crowded as the night went on. Environment had a nice vibe & music wasn't bad. Since we got there early, we didn't have to wait long for our drinks at the bar. The price for drinks was steep as expected but good. We mostly chilled outside in the patio to chat & just hang out. Would I go back? Maybe The club/lounge scene just isn't the same as pre-covid but I'm still rating this place 3.5 star bc of no entrance fee & solid drinks.

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    Yesenia B.

    I had such a great time at MESA! The ambience is beautiful, the vibe is lively, and the DJ kept the music on point all night. The customer service was amazing everyone treated us really well and made the experience feel special. One thing I loved was the birthday sparkles they bring out. It adds such a fun touch and really gets the whole place celebrating with you. Lots of people, great energy, and overall just a perfect spot for a good night out.Parking can get a little tight, so I recommend arriving early or using valet if you don't mind paying for the convenience. Definitely giving this place 5 stars for ambience, service, and overall experience. Highly recommend!

    Updated menu June 2, 2017
    Linda C.

    Mesa might actually hold the title for "restaurant I've been to more than any other in my life." It's seen me through birthdays, random Tuesdays, countless Fridays, and more life phases than I care to admit. I'm genuinely thrilled they made it through the pandemic, OC is much better with them in business. I came back for their Wednesday Jazz "Supper Soirée" for the second time, and once again, they nailed it. We skipped the special menu (which is a fantastic deal at $38 for appetizer, entree, and dessert) and ordered off the regular one because, well, we know what we like: braised short rib, bone-in chicken breast, and mussels. Every bite was on point. The only miss this round? The cocktails. Normally, Mesa's bar team could run a clinic on how to make a perfect drink, but this visit....not their night. I'm calling it a fluke, though, they've earned that grace. The jazz was fantastic, though I liked the more electronic vibe they had the last time, felt a little moodier and cooler. Still, the energy was great, and I'll be back the next chance I get. If my Wednesdays were freer, this would already be a weekly tradition. Tips: - Request a booth for Jazz Wednesday, it's prime real estate for sound and comfort - Heels are totally safe here, you won't regret dressing up

    Lychee Martini
    Kimberly S.

    Came here for my friend's birthday. This place turns into a club at night. It was pretty packed. I recommend getting a table. I tried the lychee martini and it was deliciously sweet and refreshing. i LOVEEDD how they put the design on the top of it

    Drink Menu (April 2025)
    Airi G.

    I don't know if it was because I was really hungry but the food was pretty good. I know most people come here for the drinks but I don't drink so food was all I had. The bee sting pizza looked like it was made in a wood-fired oven and it tasted like it was too. Is it true? I don't know but any of the pizzas are worth trying. The dough was thin but chewy and the sauce was delicious. I also had a slider, which had good meat, and some of the cheese fondue. The cheese fondue part was a lie though because it was basically nacho cheese with some tortilla chips and wonton chips on the side. The addition of ground beef in the cheese did make it more filling though.

    Madeline S.

    I came to Mesa for the first time for a networking event last night. It feels like an upscale lounge and I really liked the vibes. They have some cool art on the walls, some nods to Andy Warhol and some open concept fire places. It's also wild that there's an open roof! I loved the tree in the middle and the complimentary champagne upon entry. Staff were nice too. Shout out to Tyler at the front for keeping us safe!

    Chloe L.

    Honestly, I cannot stop thinking about how amazing the happy hour drink and food were and have been telling all of my friends about it. If you were debating coming, you should definitely go and go early enough for happy hour!!!

    Kelly C.

    UPDATE ON MY PREVIOUS REVIEW ABSOLUTELY LOVE MESA Amy is such a baddieee. She was so sweet and shes so prettyyy. We absolutely loved her, it almost felt like we were already friends. Everything about the night was amazing, and Amy made it 10x better. She had great drink recommendations and she was just soo sweet. We did accidentally book reservations for "Single Night" unknowingly but we enjoyed the atmosphere. The dj played a lot of throwback songs, so nostalgic, i loved it. Its only our 2nd time back but we will definitely be coming more frequently with more friends

    Chicken Poblano
    Sarenna C.

    Ask for Becky, she's amazing! She made the whole experience even better. I highly recommend the lychee martinis and the chicken poblano--both were absolutely delicious. It's a little on the pricier side, but I'll definitely be back!

    Karen G.

    Came by to celebrate a friend's birthday. Honestly, this place used to be hip but those days are long gone. The music and the crowd feel a little too District these days, IYKYK. Drinks are still solid though of course credit is given where it's due. The staff? Kinda acting like they're guarding national secrets. Can't sit here, can't stand there...mind you, the place was practically empty while they were bossing people around. Like, relax. It's Costa Mesa, not some exclusive Vegas lounge.

    Lychee martini
    Michelle Y.

    I've been here 10 years ago and had a great time then. Decided to do our girls dinner here this past Friday night and had a fabulous time. I made reservations online and arrived right at 8pm. Hostess were friendly and very helpful. My 2 friends were late and I was still able y get seated right away, love that about Mesa. The restaurant is still just as trendy and beautiful as I remembered. Our waitress was lovely, attentive and friendly. Our dinners were delicious except my salmon was a bit too salty for me. The lychee martinis were AMAZING just as I remembered. Enjoyable night out with my girlfriends, still highly recommend if you haven't been. They have valet for $20 or public parking available. Valet is always the way to go for me. FYI, you need your ID to get in even if you're just there for dinner because it turns into a club at 10pm.

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    2 months ago

    Amazing 5 star service and food! Really great authentic Mexican food! I will for sure return! Diego did such a good job as our server!

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    The food and drinks were good. They had great music. The staff were very friendly. I love the set up!

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    Ask the Community - Mesa

    Do people dance when the dj is playing?

    Hi, thank you for choosing Mesa! Yes, guests are more than welcome to dance, and people typically… Read more

    Do I need a dinner reservation 4th of July? Is there music tonight?

    Highly recommend making reservations for tonight but not sure about music.

    Can we just come in for the bar?

    Absolutely! Our bar is open seating and we offer our full menu.

    What kind of music is going to be playing Friday May 9? and is this Club 18+?

    Hi there! We are 21+ at all times. All of our DJs play hip/hop & top 40s

    What time does the music and dancing start on Saturdays?

    Hello, Thank you for choosing Mesa!… Read more

    How's Wednesday jazz night here?

    Hi Allyssa, Our Jazz band starts from 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm on Wednesday nights.… Read more

    Is there a dress code?

    No they don't have a dress code.

    What kind of music plays Saturday night?

    We play a mix of Top 40s and Hip Hop.

    Are there any options for dessert? I do not see any on the menu. Thanks!

    Yes they have a few! There was a banana pudding cake, a celebration cake I believe and other options they gave it to us towards the end of our meal.

    Is there DJ on a Saturday night and what's the vibe?

    There’s a dj opening till closing

    What's the dress code here?

    Business Casual

    Between Thur or Fri, which day would be better to go?

    Hello is this place 18+?

    Our venue is 21+ at all times.

    Is this open to the public or hotel guests only?

    Public

    Does this place take cash upon payment?

    Hi David, Thank you for reaching out to Mesa, Costa Mesa.… Read more

    Is this place reservations only or can u just walk in?

    Hi Alicia, We recommend reservations, especially for bottle service. However, walk-ins are always… Read more

    I thought the bar area was being enlarged this place needs more space?

    There adding a new bar and another building also there's gonna be so much space pretty soon .

    Is this place 18+ or 21+?

    Hi Frank, this venue is 21+

    I want to do dinner with a large party then get bottle service is it possible to transition from both?

    Hi Jonathan, Thank you for your question. We are definitely able to add both dinner and bottle service to your reservation. Please give us a call or send us an email to get more information on pricing.

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    Verdant - Interior

    Verdant

    (33 reviews)

    We were going to OCMA so my friend suggested we dine at Verdant which is in the museum, or at least…read moreit used to be. We checked in at the museum front desk and my friend said we were going up to restaurant on the third floor. The person at the desk said they moved it and it was on the first floor now. She pointed over to what I knew to be the snack bar that had been there since opening. We went over and sure enough it was just drinks snacks and a few pre-packaged light meals. I have to guess they just quietly went away.

    I'd like to start out by thanking our server, Christian for being very accommodating and helping us…read moreout on Sunday! I had made a reservation online for 6 people at 12:30pm and my reservation was accepted. When we got to the museum, we were told the restaurant was closing at 12:30pm and I felt very upset. Why was the reservation accepted then? When I got to Verdant, there was no one in sight. The restaurant was empty and there was 1 other party, but no staff. I actually ended up making my way near the kitchen, and that's where I found Christian, who appeared really busy. He explained that they had a wedding later that day and had to close at 1pm for set up. He still sat our party and was very kind, accommodating and helpful. He gave me a great tip and said when making cafe reservations, it's best to call ahead, because they do sometimes have event buy outs. As far as the ambiance, it is a really beautiful space. But, it was SO cold. It seemed like the AC was on full blast. The food was pretty good, but the menu seemed to change since I was there last.

    The Great Room

    The Great Room

    (6 reviews)

    The great room is a restaurant within the Weston. It's got a casual but ups ale type vibe. I had…read morebreakfast there and it was on point. I had the classic American breakfast of eggs, bacon, hash browns and sourdough toast. The servers were attentive without being too present. I always appreciate that. I'd come back tomorrow if I was staying another night.

    Brunch at The Great Room in Costa Mesa was such a classy casual vibe. The ambience feels modern and…read morerelaxed, and we had a lovely view of the fountain outside which made everything feel a little more elevated and serene. We ordered the Lox and Bagel with smoked salmon, capers, cream cheese, pickled red onions, fresh dill, and sun dried roasted tomatoes. The salmon was fresh and silky, and I loved the brightness from the pickled onions and dill. The roasted tomatoes added a nice depth of flavor. I also had the white crab white omelette with spinach and substituted the fruit for hash browns. The omelette was light and fluffy, and the crab added a subtle sweetness. The hash browns were crispy and satisfying. Cappuccinos were great, rich, smooth, and perfectly foamy. Just note they are nine dollars each, which feels a little steep, but they were well made. Service was pretty good overall, attentive and friendly without being overbearing. Overall, a solid four stars. Great atmosphere, quality brunch options, and a polished setting that feels perfect for a relaxed weekend catch up. I would come back for the vibes and the cappuccino.

    Mesa - lounges - Updated May 2026

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