Playa Mesa
If you're looking for a trendy, hip Mexican restaurant with a touch of class, Playa Mesa in Costa Mesa, CA is the place to be. This tapas/small plates eatery not only offers a vibrant atmosphere but also a wide range of options for every palate. From pescatarian and vegan choices to limited vegetarian options, Playa Mesa caters to all dietary preferences.
Located at 428 E 17th St, Playa Mesa is known for its fantastic margaritas, flavorful tacos, and delightful seafood dishes. Customers rave about the upbeat ambiance, excellent service, and diverse menu. Whether you're in the mood for a casual brunch, a lively dinner, or a late-night snack, Playa Mesa has got you covered.
With happy hour specials, a full bar, and outdoor seating, this restaurant is perfect for any occasion. Plus, with added amenities like free Wi-Fi, TV, and heated outdoor seating, your dining experience at Playa Mesa is sure to be unforgettable.
Whether you're savoring the Salmon Salad or indulging in the dramatic steak fajitas, Playa Mesa promises a culinary journey like no other. Don't miss out on their signature cocktails and tantalizing small plates. And with valet parking, reservation options, and accommodating staff, your visit to Playa Mesa will be nothing short of exceptional.
Playa Mesa Menu
Location
Address: 428 E 17th St Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Phone: (949) 287-5292
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- Walk-ins WelcomeYes
- Pescatarian OptionsYes
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Limited Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Accepts CryptocurrencyNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- Hipster, Trendy, Classy, CasualYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Casual DressYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, DessertYes
- Private Lot ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- Background MusicYes
- Best nights on Tuesday, Thursday, SaturdayYes
- Happy Hour SpecialsYes
- Full BarYes
- Dogs AllowedYes
- TVYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Private DiningYes
- Open to AllYes
- Not Good For DancingNo
- Pool TableNo
- SmokingNo
- Drive-ThruNo
- Bike ParkingYes
- Compostable containers availableYes
- Provides reusable tablewareYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Sonya S.
We stopped in this little cute Mexican restaurant during happy hours before going to the concert at the Orange County fair The margaritas were so good, I think I had 3. Although it was happy hour, tacos were smaller but still flavorful. Oh yeah, I only notice valet parking
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Author: Alex L.
I brought my fiancé here the other night for date night and this restaurant was a vibe. We had a blast and our waitress Scarlett made sure of it. Definitely close by the beach and loved the open window format. Great place for a night of dinner and drinks. They have a full bar and plenty of different options for tequila. Bottom shelf all the way to the top. We both had margaritas all night and I had them with cincoro anejo. We made reservations an hour before arriving and glad they had an option for us to do it in yelp. For dinner, I ordered tacos gorbernador and one side of asada tacos. It was pretty good combined with the rice plate. I also had them switch out beans for mesquite corns. Scarlett joked with us all night because I didn't want beans and she was so funny about it all night. My fiancé was obsessed with her birria tacos and aquachile. We made the most of our date night and really enjoyed our time here. They played upbeat Mexican pop and hip hop. Great place to come to on a Friday night. Also, fyi parking is limited so they offer valet which was only $5.
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Author: Jaclyn S.
This place has really good food! My go-to items are the Salmon Salad and the Shrimp fajitas. I'm surprised this place isn't busier because the food is on par with Javier's (IMO). Brenda is usually our server outside and she's great! Service is always good. Parking is valet ( $5) so maybe that hinders the amount of people coming in, idk?
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Author: Michael Q.
Great food, great service, great ambiance. We were a larger part (12) with 5 kids all under 5. When we got there they did not have enough high chairs but luckily the kids did well without them. Our server, Alejandra, was very accommodating and great at anticipating our needs. The restaurant itself is beautiful with great open space and coastal breeze coming thru the big doors.