5 Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Costa Mesa

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1. RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach

4.6

Exceptional(5364)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Newport Beach

Booked 121 times today

Dining at RED O is an experience like no other that offers a unique combination of Prime Steak and Seafood with Rick Bayless’ signature Mexican inspired influences. With sustainably sourced and local ingredients, RED O creates flavorful dishes true to the authentic flavors of Mexico. RED O’s team of friendly employees creates a welcoming atmosphere that parallels the luxury resort interior of the restaurant. RED O also features an impressive bar and lounge where you’ll find specialty cocktails, an extensive tequila list and an award winning wine list. The bar also offers Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m. daily and Late Night Happy Hour from 10-12am Tuesday-Saturday.

2. Pelican Grill

4.7

Exceptional(3246)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Newport Beach

Booked 36 times today

Pelican Grill, nestled within the prestigious 5-Star, 5-Diamond Resort at Pelican Hill, is Newport Coast's ultimate dining destination. Adjacent to two stunning 18-hole golf courses, "The Grill" offers an elevated take on casual Southern California Cuisine. Our culinary team emphasizes innovation and vibrant flavors by using the freshest local and hyper-local ingredients, working with local vendors such as Oak Grove Farms. While also sourcing pick of the season fruits and vegetables from Local Farmers Markets. You will indulge in the finest cuts of land and sea, expertly paired with selections from our extensive wine list. Whether you're enjoying a wood-fired pizza in the lounge or savoring caviar on the veranda, our impeccable service ensures an unforgettable dining experience

3. Puesto Anaheim

4.7

Exceptional(1077)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Anaheim

Booked 86 times today

Puesto offers award-winning tacos and cocktails as well as its own selection of cerveza by acclaimed brewmaster Doug Hasker. Located on the grounds of The Westin Anaheim Resort, a AAA Four-Diamond hotel across Disneyland® Resort, Puesto provides an innovative approach to traditional Mexican cuisine. Family owned and operated, the menu is inspired by their travels throughout Mexico and California's fresh, local ingredients. Upon entering the restaurant, you’ll be immediately greeted with fine craftsmanship of walnut, brass, steel, and elegant lighting designed by Basile Studios. Lighting will continue to amaze, from the entry lights to the staple liquor shelving, to the suspended agave structure. Inside the space is a first-of-its-kind projection with high-end video content telling a story throughout the wall. Puesto is where inspiration is brought to life and we're thrilled to welcome you soon.

4. Tangerine Room

4.5

Awesome(415)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Anaheim

Booked 12 times today

This indoor/outdoor restaurant offers modern California dishes celebrating local, seasonal ingredients from Anaheim-area providers and an extensive global wine collection. Host your next birthday celebration, intimate event or small meeting in one of our private dining rooms.

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5. MIX Restaurant & Lounge

4.0

Excellent(254)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Anaheim

Booked 2 times today

AUTHENTIC TASTE OF SOCALFood lovers will rejoice in the diverse and complex flavors simmering inside Hilton Anaheim Chef’s Kitchen & Bakery. Each menu item is assembled with local ingredients that capture the essence of Southern California.Choose from two notable Orange County restaurants with ambient settings and chef-driven cuisine. MIX Restaurant specializes in early California-inspired dishes and original interpretations of Mediterranean classics. MIX Lounge offers hand-crafted cocktails and shared plates that feature locally sourced ingredients, as well as All-Day Happy Hour on Sundays. The seasonal Pool Bar + Grill offers a wide selection of beer and wine, hand-crafted cocktails and perennial classics such as All-American Burger with homemade kettle chips, Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad and Grilled Mahi Sandwich & homemade desserts from our inhouse bakery, just to name a few.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach

2. Pelican Grill

3. Puesto Anaheim

4. Tangerine Room

5. MIX Restaurant & Lounge

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