Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

Name: Water Grill - South Coast Plaza
Address: 3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA, United States, 92626
Telephone: (949) 208-7060
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

8233 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 162 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for business meals

Water Grill South Coast Plaza is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located across from South Coast Plaza - just steps from the Segerstrom Center of the Arts - Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza also offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your business meetings and special events.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Fine cuts, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 208-7060
Website
http://www.watergrill.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Joshua Loecsey
Private party facilities
Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the place to meet in Orange County! Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your meetings and events.
Private party contact
Gina McDaniel: (949) 208-7061

Location
3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Neighbourhood
Costa Mesa
Parking details
Valet Only
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve at Water Grill at South Coast Plaza
US$135.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Bring in the New Year at Water Grill at South Coast Plaza! This New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31, 2024, enjoy a four course prix fixe menu with Guest favorites and chef-inspired creations, plus a champagne toast at midnight to bring in the New Year. An additional wine pairing enhancement will be available. The complete New Year’s Eve menu will be shared leading up to holiday. Please note that only the prix fixe menu will be available for New Year’s Eve dinner, starting at 3:00 p.m.

What 8,233 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Orange County
Seafood
Orange County
Most Booked
North Orange County
Seafood
North Orange County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Water Grill at South Coast Plaza offers "exceptional seafood" and a sophisticated ambiance, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "pristine seafood" and "professional service," with standout dishes like the Chilean sea bass and oysters. Despite occasional noise and service delays, it's a "favorite" for its "delicious food and vibrant atmosphere."

8,233 Reviews

K
Kenneth
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was good overall ordered the fresh tower foods with cooked entrees. The fresh bar foods definitely the star of the evening. Misfires were not bringing the bread at beginning- we asked for it at the end of meal just to say we sampled it. Also brought the cooked entrees halfway through our eating the seafood tower and then saying they would hold them. No agreeable so a manager visited our table and assured us fresh entrees would be served. But I had to complain first. We ordered a very nice champagne so $525 for 3. Thinking they missed the mark on service, but the seafood tower was just great. I’d go back probably just sit at the fresh bar.
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Tracy
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I've been going here for years because it's always reliable with great food. It was very busy last night because the theater had 2 shows. When it is that crowded, it is very noisy. Bottom line, reliable and great, especially if you're going to the theater.
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Carol
Orange County
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for office holiday lunch. Food was outstanding. We ordered the deluxe chilled shellfish platter as an appetizer. Everything was fresh and perfect. Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend.
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Dany
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
servers and hosts were amazing service was almost perfect but who i believe to be the main host with the blonde hair and bangs was not friendly and was very dismissive
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Angelica
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant and fantastic cocktails. A great place to enjoy dinner after watching a show at the Segerstrom. Love the open kitchen and REALLY love the food! Black Cod and Scallops were a highlight for me! Yes. Make a reservation! Do it now!
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Shaw
Orange County
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food as usual. The booth/table combos are a little close, making conversation difficult when there is a loud party next to you. But chilean sea bass for the win.
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Edward
VIP
Palm Springs
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great oysters . Unfortunately place was very crowded and noise level made it difficult to converse.
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Donald
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The Lobster rolls and the mussels and oysters Rockefeller were divine! Better food than the LA branch. Our server was exceptional!!
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Mark
VIP
Orange County
125 reviews
5.0
125 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So keeping it short and simple is the request... I could go on and on, but here it is... Service, some of the best I have ever had, food, amazing, overall, what an amazing meal and restaurant.... Highly recommend it!
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Mark
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent evening, between the food, the service, the selection. Will return!
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FAQs

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 208-7060.

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza is rated 4.8 stars by 8233 OpenTable diners.

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 162 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

3300 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Costa Mesa
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Fine cuts, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet Only
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joshua Loecsey
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.watergrill.com/
Phone number
(949) 208-7060
Private party facilities
Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the place to meet in Orange County! Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your meetings and events.
Private party contact
Gina McDaniel: (949) 208-7061

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Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Experiences

New Year's Eve at Water Grill at South Coast Plaza

Menu

What 8,233 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Water Grill - South Coast Plaza offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Water Grill - South Coast Plaza restaurant rated?

Does Water Grill - South Coast Plaza offer gift cards?

Is Water Grill - South Coast Plaza currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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