4 Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Costa Mesa

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1. Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1672)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Costa Mesa

Booked 11 times today

Silver Trumpet Restaurant and Bar combines upscale cuisine with the lively atmosphere of a bar and lounge. Its AAA Three-Diamond rating is a testament to the culinary team's commitment to excellence. Located at the prestigious Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, it is the perfect place to indulge in sophisticated food while enjoying a fun party vibe.Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, Silver Trumpet is the perfect spot to enjoy any day of the week. However, for a truly unforgettable experience, we recommend stopping by during a Segerstrom Center performance or after work to take advantage of our Happy Hour and Late-Night Happy Hour specials, available from Monday to Friday. And if you're in the mood for a night out, our bar stays open until 1:00 am every Friday and Saturday, creating an energetic and lively atmosphere that's perfect for letting loose

2. CDM Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1477)

Price: Moderate

• American • Corona del Mar

Booked 45 times today

CDM Restaurant stands out for its creative cuisine, spearheaded by Executive Chef Elvis Morales. Reviewers highlight the inventive cocktails, unique ambiance, and exquisite food. One reviewer said, 'Delicious food, wonderful service, creative winter cocktails. Highly recommend!' while another mentioned, 'Inventive cocktails, and excellent service.' The restaurant's artistic approach to food and drinks is evident in the creative American cuisine served, and its ambiance which is described as 'current, feels trendy but not ostentatious.'

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3. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8

Exceptional(10485)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Newport Beach

Booked 78 times today

Voted as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" for 2023 by OpenTable in the United StatesThe Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides "world class" ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. Situated on the sandy beach, The Beachcomber's outdoor patio provides the perfect spot to enjoy the ocean's breeze while sipping on your favorite cocktail or enjoying one of the many favorite entrees and appetizers. The Beachcomber's outdoor tropical bar 'The Bootlegger' with thatch roofing provides the perfect spot to escape from the world while enjoying one of many tropical libations.

4. Roy's Anaheim

4.6

Exceptional(3474)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Anaheim

Booked 38 times today

Blending classic techniques with adventurous Pacific Rim flavors, culinary pioneer Roy Yamaguchi created an entirely new approach to fine dining. The first Roy's opened in Honolulu in 1988 and we've spread our warm hospitality and passion for innovative and creative cuisine around the world ever since. Indulge in one of our spectacular cocktails or choose a glass from our award-winning wine list while you discover the fresh ingredients and outstanding seafood, expertly prepared by our local chefs that made us famous. We invite you to join us at Roy's Anaheim located in Southern California's sunny Orange County, right inside the Anaheim Garden Walk.

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar

2. CDM Restaurant

3. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4. Roy's Anaheim

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