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Costa Contemporary Kitchen

Costa Mesa Closed 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM 4.7 (248) 650 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

About this place

Step into Costa Contemporary Kitchen off the streets of Costa Mesa and you get a cozy dining room without the showroom polish. a casual welcome does the quiet work of making strangers feel expected.

What lands on the table tends to be specific rather than generic: think ceviche, shrimp, and the kitchen's daily strengths prepared without theatrics. Expect clean flavors from nearby waters when the board shows fish.

If you are mapping a Costa Mesa evening, put Costa Contemporary Kitchen where you can stay for a second round instead of sprinting to the next pin. Weeknights usually run quieter than weekends. The listing address is 650 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

If your notes for Costa Mesa need one reliable kitchen, start here. Costa Contemporary Kitchen earns the ink with ceviche and a room that remembers hospitality.

Before you visit, skim recent neighbor notes on the listing and confirm hours on the door. Platefolk keeps this page as a field guide, not a frozen brochure - the best proof is still sitting down for a meal.

What we value here is consistency: a kitchen that repeats its strengths, a room that does not treat guests like tickets, and a Costa Contemporary Kitchen visit that still feels worth the trip across town. Bring curiosity, order something the staff recommends, and leave a short note afterward so the next diner arrives wiser.

Features & amenities

Groups Free parking lot Paid parking garage Paid parking lot Usually plenty of parking Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations Bar onsite Restroom Alcohol Beer Cocktails

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Ratings & Reviews

4.7

Based on 248 guest ratings.

karena p.
Jan 21, 2026

The food was fantastic, especially the ceviche Classico and the Peruvian cookies! The waiter was very kind and accommodating, making my partner and I alcohol-free versions of their delicious cocktails. Highly recommend 🌟

Laurie
May 21, 2025

Absolutely delicious!We were lucky to get in as we showed up right as they opened without a

Alex O
Oct 21, 2025

Joe was amazing! The food was delicious and the drinks too! It’s a small, elegant delicious restaurant!! Definitely a must!

Mireya Gutierrez
Nov 21, 2025

Had an amazing experience at Costa Contemporary Kitchen. From the moment we walked in, everything was smooth with zero

Edith
Nov 21, 2025

I have dined at this restaurant countless times and I can’t rave enough about what an incredible experience I have each and every time. They truly never miss! From the beginning to the end; the staff is amazing; the food is delicious! The atmosphere is perfect. Please don’t just take my word for it and come check it out…anytime I can make it to Costa, it’s always going to be a great time.

ChrisC
Mar 21, 2026

Fantastic place close to the Segerstrom. The spices flow! Get the Tuna tar tar and the alfajores.

Claudia Di Napoli
Feb 28, 2026

Amazing Peruvian dishes! High quality food, including the dessert.

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