Top rated American restaurants in Costa Mesa

Experience the best that Costa Mesa has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 35 places from American restaurant category.

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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.70 (4.5K reviews)
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The Capital Grille
Fine dining restaurant
Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.
$$$$
4.70 (1.4K reviews)
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Water Grill
Seafood restaurant
Sophisticated seafood restaurant with extensive raw-bar options & a menu updated daily.
$$$$
4.60 (2.4K reviews)
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Healthy Bistro
Health food restaurant
👍👍 Healthy food? Yes! But the staff really make the meal! These people care and it shows in the quality and presentation of their food. Andy, the owner, is friendly and hardworking. He wants all his customers to have the best experience possible. Healthy Bistro for the win!
$$ $$
4.60 (111 reviews)
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Kenwood's Kitchen & Tap
American restaurant
👍👍 Had a family gathering on the patio. Excellent service, fresh amazing food and a cool relaxed setting. Thanks!
$$ $$
4.60 (95 reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.50 (3.2K reviews)
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The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa
Chicken restaurant
This spacious, modern counter serve draws crowds for its fried chicken plates & creative sandwiches.
$$ $$
4.50 (1.9K reviews)
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The Habit Burger Grill
Hamburger restaurant
Charbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.
$ $$$
4.50 (1K reviews)
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Burger Lounge
Hamburger restaurant
Modern counter-serve burger spot serving grass-fed beef, free-range turkey & quinoa varieties.
$$ $$
4.50 (657 reviews)
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Arc Food & Libations
New American restaurant
Rustic-chic hangout pairing locally sourced American fare with handmade craft cocktails.
$$$ $
4.50 (644 reviews)
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Black Knight Lounge
Bar
Refined indoor-outdoor locale with plush seating offering wine, beer, cocktails & wood-fired pizza.
$$ $$
4.50 (313 reviews)
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Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
Fast food restaurant
Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.
$ $$$
4.40 (4.5K reviews)
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Rooster Cafe
Cafe
Casual-chic cafe for coffee, breakfast & lunch whipping up American staples with a Mexican twist.
$ $$$
4.40 (1K reviews)
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Ruby's Diner
Diner
A '40s-style chain diner serving breakfast & American comfort fare, salads & shakes.
$$ $$
4.40 (810 reviews)
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Tom's Place
Fast food restaurant
👍👍 Went in for lunch food was great got a pastrami burger with fries. All their plates look delicious. Trying out the Philly cheese steak today will update.
$ $$$
4.40 (710 reviews)
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Wild Goose Tavern
American restaurant
Small-batch whiskeys & beers accompany gourmet sausages, burgers & more in a rustic-chic atmosphere.
$$ $$
4.40 (702 reviews)
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The Country Club
American restaurant
Grand, restored 1950s watering hole & classic American restaurant offering happy hours.
$$$ $
4.40 (698 reviews)
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Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Pub
Chain brewpub offering American bar food with a gourmet twist alongside house-brewed craft ales.
$$ $$
4.40 (588 reviews)
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Denny's
Diner
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
$ $$$
4.30 (2K reviews)
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Filomena's Italian Kitchen & Market
Italian restaurant
Homemade pasta is the draw at this old-school Italian standby offering traditional mains & wine.
$$$ $
4.30 (415 reviews)
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