Guidebook for Costa Mesa
Everything Else
Vanguard University
55 Fair DrA local private university.
The Art Institute of California - Orange County
3601 W Sunflower AveReputable local art school.
One of the better beaches in the U.S. for people-watching.
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Newport Beach
100 Civic Center DrOne of the better beaches in the U.S. for people-watching.
The closest airport, John Wayne is less than 5 miles away.
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John Wayne Airport station
The closest airport, John Wayne is less than 5 miles away.
Food Scene
In-N-Out Burger
2895 Park AveThe famous West Coast burger chain.
My favorite quirky coffee shop in a strangely urbane shopping center.
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Portola Coffee Roasters
3313 Hyland AveMy favorite quirky coffee shop in a strangely urbane shopping center.
Flame Broiler
8748 Washington BlvdA healthy fast-food option, within walking distance.
I've got great WiFi at home, but if you feel like walking to a coffee shop, this is the closest option.
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Starbucks
3030 Harbor BlvdI've got great WiFi at home, but if you feel like walking to a coffee shop, this is the closest option.
This was the first Raising Cane's in the state of California, and they are amazing, as fast food chicken goes.
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Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
3150 Harbor BlvdThis was the first Raising Cane's in the state of California, and they are amazing, as fast food chicken goes.
Locals sometimes argue about whether Five Guys burgers are better than In-N-Out. Both chains are within walking distance of my place. (Dangerous, I know!)
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Five Guys
32341 Golden LanternLocals sometimes argue about whether Five Guys burgers are better than In-N-Out. Both chains are within walking distance of my place. (Dangerous, I know!)
Shopping
World-famous high-end shopping with some regular stores for the rest of us.
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Brookstone
3333 Bristol StreetWorld-famous high-end shopping with some regular stores for the rest of us.
Target
3030 Harbor BlvdDoes Target even require a description? It's Target!
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StArts & Culture
The Observatory
3503 S Harbor BlvdA concert venue that's less than 1.5 miles away.
Drinks & Nightlife
Tin Lizzie Saloon
752 St Clair StThe local gay bar is surprisingly popular with visitors to Costa Mesa.
Essentials
This is the closest of several grocery stores within walking distance. In addition to produce and staples, they have a large selection of Japanese brands.
Seiwa Market
3151 Harbor BlvdThis is the closest of several grocery stores within walking distance. In addition to produce and staples, they have a large selection of Japanese brands.
Sprouts is another grocery store within walking distance. It's a little like Whole Foods but a little more-budget friendly.
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Sprouts Farmers Market
9861 Adams AveSprouts is another grocery store within walking distance. It's a little like Whole Foods but a little more-budget friendly.