Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Costa Mesa

It was my wife's birthday, and she ordered the bone-in filet. The steak was ordered as medium rare, but came out a bit overdone. This was a bit uncomfortable, having to complain, but the staff took care to get her another steak, which did come out right. Also, we were compensated for the error with paid drinks.... The only real issure we had was the people who take care of parking the cars: They hardly speak English; they have no personality with the customer; and, half of them don't seem to know how to work in a valet service where the lady passenger is treated properly by taking care to open her door.... I would give the valet service here a two or three at the most.

Crabcakes and Bolognese spaghetti wow. 🙌 The vibe and service was just great as usual. Thank you guys.

Great Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings. The food was delicious and the service was great. It was so nice not to have to cook or clean up. :)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Social Costa Mesa is a gem! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and a vibrant atmosphere. The food was a delightful mix of flavors—definitely try the Wagyu Burger and the pistachio chocolate chip cookies. These cookies were the perfect balance of nutty and sweet—absolutely unforgettable! And let me just say, their Bloody Mary is hands-down the best I’ve ever had! It was the perfect combination of spice and flavor, a total game-changer for brunch drinks. The indoor vibe was cozy and welcoming, with just the right mix of trendy and comfortable. What stood out the most was how family-friendly the space is. It’s rare to find a spot that caters so well to both parents and kids without compromising on style or quality. Perfect for a weekend treat or happy hour with friends—this place has it all. We’ll definitely be back!”

I had such a great time. I celebrated my birthday during brunch and our secret was so attentive. The bottomless mimosas is so worth it. My glass was never empty. The food was also good and very fresh. Would definitely come back.