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    P10NEER

    4.6 (204 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Angel Face, Negroni
    Anna W.

    A little speakeasy hidden inside Dick Church's Diner. The space is small, but the atmosphere is nice. The interior decorations are on theme and nice. Our server was knowledgeable and walked us through the menu, explaining everything. All cocktails are $16, and they have a seasonal menu that changes every 2-3 months. Espresso Tonic 5/5 - Very good; the only one I really enjoyed. Americano 3/5 - Tasted a bit sharp and medicinal for my liking. Angel Face 2/5 - Very strong; not really my thing. Negroni 1/5 - Extremely strong, almost undrinkable for me. I'd only go back for the espresso tonic, but the atmosphere and service were excellent.

    Lion's Tail (Top Left), Cheong Soda (Top Right)

    Inter-Stellar! This was the first time visiting this place since moving to Orange County; and it was exactly what I expected. Intimate, refreshing, and remarkable! The cocktail menu provides a wide variety of offerings while highlighting seasonal ingredients provided by local purveyors. The drinks that we ordered held their own individual personality in both presentation and taste profile. Delicious and unique! Service was welcoming from start to finished. It was not stuffy, nor lack luster. Very friendly and knowledgeable! Overall, my partner and I enjoyed our night with P10neer. Would come back to try the rest of the menu!

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    Linda C.

    Fun little bar hidden inside Dick Church's diner-- easy to miss, worth finding. It's pretty small inside, so reservations are the move. We booked ahead and they do have a $20 per person no-show fee, which is fair given the size. All the cocktails are $16, which feels like a win these days. I ordered a Negroni, and my friends went with a Swizzle, one of the holiday specials (can't remember the name), and an Angel Face. Everything was beautifully made. My Negroni had a hint of ginger that wasn't totally my thing, but that's personal preference. Overall, it's a cute spot with great vibes, solid pricing, and well-crafted drinks. Definitely a fun place to check out if you're into intimate cocktail bars.

    Gold, Frankincense (from 2025 December holiday menu)
    Kaho L.

    Tiny, hidden, and innovative cocktail bar that's a must visit for any drink lover in So Cal! I don't think there's any bar quite like this in Southern California, let alone all of the state. They use unique and unexpected ingredients to recreate and batch classic cocktails, such as a hay and lemon Martini or a carrots, neutralized balsamic, and maple Manhattan. They also change their menu every season, so there's always something new and interesting to try. They take a lot of big swings, so you may not love everything you try, but that's part of the fun. Also their drinks aren't super strong so it's totally doable to try several drinks to discover something you like. Ask for recommendations! They also have togo cocktails which have been delicious every time I've gotten some. Even their house made bar snacks are great, such as their Cancha. It's a very small and intimate space, so make a reservation or get on the Yelp wait-list well ahead of time on your way there.

    Margarita
    Tovan T.

    This is one of the coolest bars. The menu is wild and the team here is really cool. The owner parks at the bar and does an opening shot with his folks at the beginning of service. They put a lot of effort and detail in making their cocktails...they were toying with the formulation of one of the cocktails when I strolled in. The cocktails are been batch-made. Snack list is pretty limited...you have a couple of drinks and bounce to the next place. The flavor combinations and mixology skills here are a little mad scientist and a fair amount of whimsy. My margarita was bleu cheese scented, but totally tasted like a margarita. This falls in the kinda weird, but good and fun. My companion had the carbonated Americano, which was strong for her because of the bubbles but I found really balanced. The carbonation does end after 10 minutes.

    Pumpkin Spiced White Russian
    Vincent N.

    Awesome speakeasy located on the side of Dick Church's Diner! Seating is extremely limited, I say approximately 20 people max. The drinks are super unique with very good flavors! Menu is always rotating as well! Some drinks were hit or miss, but the best drink I've had was the pumpkin spiced White Russian made with clarified milk. It was just so smooth and flavorful! Don't come hungry as they only have snacks, and each drink is around $16-20. (expect to spend about $50-$60 a person) Great service! Highly recommend you check it out!

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    Carol S.

    Had a great experience at this small and cozy speakeasy bar. The service was excellent, very attentive and friendly. The cocktails were truly ly unique and innovative. Had a unique takebon a Negroni, featuring unexpected ingredients that balanced the classic flavors beautifully. Also tried a margarita with an interesting twist. The combination of ingredients was bold (blue cheese, pear, sauternes) but delicious. Thus spot is a hidden gem and reservations are a must.

    Nicole E.

    P1oneer is located in Dicks Chicken restaurant in Costa Mesa. Reservations are a bit tough to come by as this is an intimate speakeasy. However, they do have a yelp waitlist if you want to try as a walk in. The theme currently is NASA so it's dark, moonlit lamps, scientist feels on the projector. I did hear they have a rotating theme every quarter. Otherwise, food is limited. Do not come here hungry. They do have small bites such as nuts and bread but that's pretty much it. We added on a bowl of nuts ($5) and it was a solid assortment of salted nuts. As for the drink menu it wasn't huge, they have a cocktail list for $16, and then straight 2oz spirit pours for $20. I thought the cocktails were okay. We asked for an espresso and the server said it's only the cocktails on the menu, ok. We had another nearby table ask as well and the server was recommending cocktails similar to an espresso which I wish that was our experience but we did not receive that. Overall, a laid back speakeasy in Costa Mesa to get a night cap after dinner.

    Vera L.

    Small space-themed speakeasy inside Dicks Chicken diner. We didn't have reservations but we waited for about 5-10 minutes to get seated at the bar. I forgot the name of the drink I ordered but it had ginger in it. It tasted like plum and wasn't too great . They have plenty of other unique drinks to try, along with bar snacks. They change their menu each season so I'll try again next time.

    Back: Pink Lady (L) and Blue Lagoon (R) Front: Daisy (L) and Garibaldi (R)
    Patricia B.

    Nice drinks + a fun space-themed speakeasy! I tried the Daisy -- it was great, and I enjoyed the macadamia and banana flavors. I didn't get to try other drinks, but they have so many and they all look so good! All cocktails are also $16. The waiter let us know that they were changing their menu again, so not sure if Daisy will be on it again, but excited to see what's new. They also have a lot of different snacks, but I didn't get to try. We went on a Saturday night and it seemed pretty busy, so would definitely recommend getting a reservation! It was also easy to find; it's in the back of a restaurant near its restrooms and it also has its own parking lot. Overall, it was a nice, secluded place to hang out with your friends or your significant other.

    Molly E.

    I have gone back-and-forth about how to rate this because the service could not have been more wonderful. Everyone was so accommodating, knowledgeable, and wonderful! But at the end of the day, this is a speakeasy and you go for great cocktails and a nice ambience and both of those were severely lacking. All of the cocktails are pre-batched and you are unable to get anything customized or get a cocktail off menu. Of the 17 cocktails (classic and specialty), a few had dairy so those were ruled out for me. I tried 4: americano, martini, Manhattan, Negroni. I wouldn't order any of them again. The Americano and martini were actually undrinkable for me. They all were somehow very strong but also tasted thick and syrupy. There was no good balance of flavors and liquor that you typically find with crafted cocktails. Additionally, this speakeasy is very small and VERY loud. I enjoy the chill vibes that I typically find at speakeasies over loud bars and clubs. p1oneer's music and guests were extremely loud and it didn't meet the vibe of the space.

    Teresa B.

    This is my second visit to this speakeasy. I love that their menu changes quarterly, they said their summer menu will drop sometime in July. Their cocktails are mixologist spins on classics. They also have a low ABV drink too. During this visit, I had the Ramos Gin Fizz. This was so good, it actually reminded me if a drink I had at Licorería Limantour. It's like a salad in a cup, it's also a technical drink to make. They offer sealed cocktails to go, just ask them about it. They were not the spring cocktail flavors. You should put your name down on the Yelp waitlist. I sat by the door and they asked every patron to put their name on the list. The mood was dark and vibey with lots of couples. Seems like a good place for an night cap or to get the night started, they close at 11pm. There's a parking lot in the back off of Mesa Dr. Can't wait to try their summer menu.

    Sayuri A.

    This is my absolute favorite place in all of orange county so far. having just moved from chicago i have been dying to find a nicer but not super intense and in-your-face "fancy" and expensive spot for drinks. the price points here are absolutely phenomenal for the quality and care that is put into these drinks and i honestly would rave about them to everyone i know but i don't want more people to find out about this place. i will absolutely be back to try everything on the menu. the service is absolutely out of this world and i love how cozy and intimate the setting is. just the best!

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    I love the moody vibe of the place and how inventive their drinks program is. The team here clearly loves what they do.

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    Such inventive cocktails! Love the atmosphere and the staff always provide great service. For cocktail lovers, it's a must try!

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    Ask the Community - P10NEER

    Is your establishment 21 and older?

    Yes

    Are they open today for Thanksgiving? I made reversions at 5pm and there is no number to call.

    Hey Andrew! We are closed. We posted a message about that this week. Hope to see you soon! Maybe Black Friday?! Happy thanksgiving to you and yours!

    Do they serve mocktails?

    We always have 1-2 mocktails on the menu.

    What time do you open?

    5pm-11pm Tuesday-Saturday

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    Ruin Bar

    Ruin Bar

    4.1
    (477 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Been a here a few times and it's a vibe. Went here after a brewery run with some friends to end the…read morenight and tried the Charleston cherry for the first time. Excellent drink and very smooth. The place overall is very small but there's so much to see. Seating can be tricky, especially for a group, but once you're situated it's a great place to just hangout and enjoy the company of whoever you're with while enjoying some good drinks. You order at the front and the drinks are quickly made and the bartenders are very friendly and happy to answer any questions you have about the menu. This place is part of the Anti-lab mall with excellent dessert places nearby as well.

    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.
    Old fashion. House bourbon. Better than anywhere else.
    Coconut pineapple peach shots. Phenomenal.
    Coconut pineapple peach shots. Phenomenal.
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    VOX Kitchen & Bar - South Coast Plaza

    VOX Kitchen & Bar - South Coast Plaza

    4.4
    (605 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    The newest addition to the family DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!…read more Started off with their seasonal Velvet Rose cocktail and it was deliciously strong (but not overbearing). Then went with our server's recommendation and got the spicy shrimp wontons, the rib bone soup and the picanha fried rice. Everything had so much flavor and they all were co complimenting; it was the perfect bite every time no matter what I shoved my chopped sticks in. Was kind of quiet on the Wednesday night I was there but very cute and casual which was exactly what I was looking for after a long day at work. Finished off with a lychee martini and called it a night BUT will most certainly be back to try more (heard a lot of good things about the Saltado fry dishes).

    First off, I want to thank Edmond for being an outstanding waiter. He made sure everyone at our…read moretable was well taken care of and was professional, attentive, and respectful throughout our visit. The food was amazing! I had the ribeye with garlic noodles, and it was absolutely delicious. The Burrata Pear Salad was so good, and the fried rice and garlic French fries never disappoint. The restaurant was very clean, and kid friendly . Highly recommend Vox! We'll definitely be back.

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    Half Shelled Scallops. Part of our new Spring/Summer menu at VOX Kitchen & Bar.
    Half Shelled Scallops. Part of our new Spring/Summer menu at VOX Kitchen & Bar.
    Carne Asada Fries. Part of our new Spring/Summer menu at VOX Kitchen & Bar.
    Carne Asada Fries. Part of our new Spring/Summer menu at VOX Kitchen & Bar.
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    Verdant

    Verdant

    4.0
    (33 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    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.

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    The Great Room

    The Great Room

    4.3
    (6 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    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.

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    Fire Table
    The Great Room
    The Great Room

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