Eat Chow - Costa Mesa

4.6 (92)

$30 and under

American

1802 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627-2710

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Eat Chow - Costa Mesa

4.6

$30 and under

American

Costa Mesa

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

8:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for brunch
Charming

Eat Chow is your go-to destination for all things comfort. Come stop by at one of our locations for a phenomenal dining experience with your loved ones. On the weekends you can find us slinging brunch and pouring you Mimosas to help ward of those Sunday Scaries. On weekday days and nights expect to sit among locals who have made us a neighborhood favorite!

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily.

Established in 2008.
We started in December of 2008 in a little spot in Costa Mesa.. We are locally owned and operated and have become a local's favorite! We have a second location in Newport Beach (2012) off a PCH in the Newport Shores neighborhood.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Mexican, Californian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 650-2469
Website
http://www.eatchow.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1802 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627-2710
Neighborhood
Costa Mesa
Cross street
Our front door faces E. 18th Street (not Newport Blvd).
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

Weekend Brunch
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Come enjoy your favorite meal of the week with us! Our Brunch Menu has our most popular dishes from our Breakfast Menu and Lunch/Dinner Menu which means you can order breakfast items until 3pm. Enjoy our Signature Mimosa Sampler, Espresso Martini, Sangria and Full Coffee Menu featuring local roaster Moon Goat Coffee! 8am-3pm Saturday & Sunday
Taco Tuesday
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Taco Tuesday has never looked so good 🤠 50% of tacos 🌮 $10 margaritas 🍹 $8 sangria 🍷 $8 housemade choco tacos 🍦 Come celebrate in all the fun with us tomorrow and enjoy all your eat chow favorites for 1/2 the price!!
Wine Wednesday
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Enjoy 50% OFF ALL Bottles of Wine! Every Wednesday 5pm to Close! **dine in only

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Eat Chow - Costa Mesa.

4.6

(92)

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Orange County
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Eat Chow in Costa Mesa is beloved for its "reliably delicious" food and "exceptional" staff. The recent renovation adds a "cute and aesthetic" touch, enhancing its cozy vibe. Highlights include the churro French toast and turkey chili. Consistently praised for its "amazing food and ambiance," it remains a local staple.

92 Reviews

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Vicki Gold
Orange County67 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another absolutely wonderful lunch at Eat Chow! My friend took me for my birthday lunch and it couldn’t have been better. Ann is the greatest server, attentive but not hovering! She even surprised me with a birthday dessert and candle.
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Lorenzo
Orange County7 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Better than I expected. Cute spot, perfect for the locals. I’m sure it has a regular crowd and has a good vibe.
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Julia Gold
Orange County2 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Restaurant was closed when I got there at my designated time. There was no sign on the door but everything in the restaurant was set up. We waited for about 10 minutes and then left to eat somewhere else. Disappointing because we were really excited to try this place!
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Erin Gold
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 3, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Eat Chow! A Newport/Costa Mesa staple. The food here is always reliably delicious, and the staff is friendly. The recent renovation in the Costa Mesa location is so cute and aesthetic. Highly recommend!
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Andres
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best churro French toast in the game this is what keeps my family come back for more we went to celebrate my sons birthday
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Sarah Gold
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and ambiance and service. Highly recommend
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Gina
Orange County19 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 12, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I love eat chow just I forget how noisy children are and how parents just let their kids runaround s screaming
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Alex
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 6, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everyone who works here was excellent. Service was fast from the moment we walked in the door and got seated to getting our drinks and food.
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Paul
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on August 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Ann gave excellent service and the food was delicious, as always!
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William Gold
Orange County8 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 14, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Recently remodeled with a classic cafe of the 60’s look. The service was prompt and they never allowed my water glass or iced tea become unfilled throughout my meal. The food was fantastic! I am posting the menu and photos of the restaurant. The meal was so delicious that I finished eating my chicken sandwich and shrimp appetizer before I remembered to photograph them. I wish I had not forgotten to photograph my meal because the presentation was beyond my expectations. I highly recommend Eat Chow in Costa Mesa (where I dined) although there is a second diner in Newport Beach. I am looking forward to trying out that location as well.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Mexican, Californian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 650-2469
Website
http://www.eatchow.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1802 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627-2710
Neighborhood
Costa Mesa
Cross street
Our front door faces E. 18th Street (not Newport Blvd).
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Eat Chow - Costa Mesa can be very busy for special occasions, reviewers say staff were overwhelmed on Valentine's Day, while Sunday evenings are reported as a quieter, more relaxed time.

Yes, Eat Chow - Costa Mesa has outdoor seating: guests enjoyed a lunch alfresco on a cute patio that offers sun or shade seating.

Eat Chow - Costa Mesa has a warm, retro-modern diner vibe, recently renovated, comfortable and fun, with a cute, friendly atmosphere guests describe as a modern diner or 1950s-inspired spot.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are appropriate for dining at Eat Chow - Costa Mesa.

Guests commonly describe portions as satisfying and generous, reviewers mention large sandwiches, big salads, and even "massive" pancakes.

Yes, many guests find Eat Chow well suited to a date night, noting a warm, inviting atmosphere and even servers creating intimate, candlelit experiences.

Yes, Eat Chow is family-friendly: guests report dining here with children (one review mentions a parent and child breakfast) and reviewers note that “kids love it, ” so families are regularly welcomed.

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Eat Chow - Costa Mesa

4.6

$30 and under

American

Costa Mesa

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

8:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Eat Chow - Costa Mesa

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Eat Chow - Costa Mesa

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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All Experiences

Weekend Brunch

Taco Tuesday

Wine Wednesday

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