Mesa Moments: Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa
Expiration: 3 years after purchase
Adventure is just around the corner from the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa hotel —sip, shop, savor, and play your way through the best of Costa Mesa!
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Costa Mesa’s most famous scoop stop, Stella Jean’s Ice Cream dishes out handcrafted flavors like Brown Butter Pecan, Ube + Pandan, and Sweet Corn Cornbread— turning a simple treat into a full-on flavor adventure!
On a mission to push the boundaries of plant-based cuisine, Seabirds delivers a unique artisanal approach to their seasonal and made-from-scratch menu. It's so good, you'll be surprised it's vegan!
This community-focused coffee bar provides the perfect blend of thoughtfully curated wine, fresh brews, and crafted bites. Their regular event collaborations with local vendors make it a welcoming hub for creativity and meeting new people.
Quiet Golf is Costa Mesa’s coolest clubhouse for golfers—offering top gear, expert fittings, and laid-back SoCal vibes. Swing by and elevate your game, your look, and maybe even your swagger.
General Store by the Pour Kids is a cozy little spot tucked on Randolph street in Costa Mesa. Known for their smooth pour-overs and specialty drinks, it’s the kind of place where you’ll want to linger with a cup in hand. While you’re there, you can browse a mix of vintage finds, Japanese home goods, records, and so many unique finds.
Regardless of if you’re a novice potter or a pro, there are options in Costa Mesa for everyone. ARTime Barro has workshops, an online basics course, and classes for adults as well as teens and kids.
Located at the Lab Anti-Mall, their menu is full of bold, flavorful dishes that showcase authentic Cuban cuisine. With excellent cocktails and beautiful indoor and outdoor seating, it’s the perfect spot to grab lunch or dinner and immerse yourself in a tropical-like getaway.
Wanna have the coolest speakeasy experience? Cowboys and Poodles at The CAMP is like if a saloon married a disco ball, with fun and innovative cocktails to match the vibe. Try the Whole Mood, a tiki-style cocktail with smoking sage, or the Gin Ne Sais Quois, with gin, yellow chartreuse, aperol, grapefruit, and passionfruit notes.
Here to fulfill your speakeasy dreams, Ruin is hidden behind white shuttered doors. Inside you’ll find a cozy and quirky indoor-outdoor bar filled to the brim with knick-knacks and delicious craft cocktails.
At The CAMP, you’ll find The Inconvenience Store which is anything but an inconvenience! This little shop is packed with one-of-a-kind finds and so many unexpected knick-knacks. You’ll discover unique Japanese shirts and accessories, miniature ceramics, handmade colorful dried flower bouquets, and even fun Garfield memorabilia
The LAB—short for “Little American Business”—went from an old goggle factory to Costa Mesa’s favorite artsy hangout for people to enjoy unique shops and eateries. It’s the laid-back heart of the SoBeCa Arts District, where cafes, shops, murals, and music all blend together into one big creative vibe. With rotating art, quirky installations, and cozy spots like the Living Room and the wishing tree, The LAB always feels colorful, fun, and very human.
Owned and operated by husband-and-wife power duo, Bred’s brings traditional Southern cooking to the table with a selection of fiery flavor notes and signature sides.
With bright colors, beautiful garnishes, and fun shapes, Good Town will have you drooling for their vegan brioche-style donuts. If you’re not in the mood for a donut, nibble on their other baked treats.
Tucked inside The LAB Anti-Mall, Nook Coffee Bar is a longtime local favorite known for its smooth, hand-crafted drinks and cozy atmosphere. Signature sips like the Honey Oat Latte, Spanish Latte, and Honey Lavender Latte keep fans coming back. We recommend leaving a little extra time on your itinerary to wander The LAB’s eclectic shops and creative corners to get the full experiance.
Want a cool keepsake from your visit to Costa Mesa? Head over to The CAMP and snap some cool pics at Booth By Bryant! These viral, celeb-loved vintage photo booths print out iconic black-and-white photo strip for just $5.
Green Cheek Beer Co. is a haven for beer lovers with some of the best craft beer in Costa Mesa. There are hoppy classics like pilsners and IPAs, but the brewery is full of tasty twists like Guava In Berlin (a Berliner-style Weisse with real guava) and Flying South, a Mexican-style lager with lime. If you’re not into beer, they have options like the lovely hard seltzer Lavender Lemonade, and some fun non-alcoholic options for your DD.
Folks Pizzeria has some of the best pizza we’ve ever tried, and they’ve got indoor and outdoor seating depending on how much sunshine you want with your ‘za. Get the Beef Tallow French Fries if you’re a fry aficionado, and pair it with the Soppressata white pie. Sooo good.
With its outdoorsy vibe, leafy paths, and mix of indie boutiques and fresh, feel-good eateries, it’s basically a chill retreat disguised as a shopping center. Whether you’re hunting for organic skincare, eco-friendly fashion, or a killer farm-to-table lunch, The CAMP keeps it green, laid-back, and effortlessly cool.
This hidden gem is sure to become your favorite late-night spot after just one visit. Mesa Lounge offers bold and adventurous small-plate cuisine and creative cocktails in a lush, music-filled lounge with a retractable roof!
Mitsuwa Marketplace is a Japanese-style market that features hard-to-find foods and delicacies, as well as baked goods modeled after those in Japan. Its centerpiece is the food court that serves mostly Japanese cuisine, everything from house-made udon and ramen to slivers of freshly cut sushi.
Wahoo’s is a laid-back staple if you're looking fresh seafood, bold flavors, and a quick bite. From mahi-mahi tacos to tofu bowls, the menu mixes Mexican, Brazilian, and Asian influences into seriously tasty, no-fuss eats. Add a full bar with great cocktails and craft beers, and you’ve got the perfect spot to refuel.
Alongside the pastas and hearty entrées, you’ll find true “Pizza a Pezzi”—pizza by the slice—made the old-school way with meticulously crafted dough that’s perfectly crisp, perfectly chewy, and topped with only the freshest ingredients. It’s a quick bite that never cuts corners, Buon Appetito!
Build your own bowl or grab one of their fan-favorite combos—every creation is loaded with sustainably sourced fish, crisp toppings, and bold sauces that make each bite incredible.