Location: Costa Mesa
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Best Italian food near Costa Mesa, California, United States
Best Italian restaurants nearby. Discover the best Italian food in Costa Mesa. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Italian restaurants near you.. Costa Mesa is a city in Orange County, California. Since its incorporation in 1953, the city has grown from a semi-rural farming community of 16,840 to a primarily suburban and edge city with an economy based on retail, commerce, and light manufacturing. The population was 109,960 at the 2010 United States Census.
Things to do in Costa Mesa
10. Ciao! Deli & Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Ciao! Deli & Pizzeria is the quintessential mom-n-pop, with homemade recipies, great service, and a fun atmosphere. Stop by for dine-in or take out. We also offer free delivery within 3 miles and a $20 minimum.
Reviewed By Wes S
Everything here brings back the "Authentic Taste of Italy". The Pizza, Pasta, Meatballs and Garlic Knots are too good to describe,as Carmina makes them with Love!!! Nothing is pre-made or frozen and are worth the wait. Yes, Orange County Minions," Real Pepperoni" is quarter sized and not silver dollar sized!! Look it up!!! Pepperoni is not made from Chicken or Turkey lips and pieces!!Ray adds to the ambiance and helps make the stay entertaining! Ray will warn you,Do not ruin the taste of their greatly authentic food with "Ranch", as you may get yelled at by the "East Coast Crowd". Italians do not acknowledge Ranch as a dressing!! It's Blasphemous.You may find yourself craving Ciao on Mondays, but remember, Ray and Carmina need a day of rest!!!
9. Il Barone Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 133 reviews
We saw this place on Yelp and thought we would try yesterday. It is new but the chef was the lead chef at Antonello's, our favorite restaurant in Orange County. We were NOT disappointed! Carpaccio di Cinghiale, which was excellent. We also had the Trofie
Reviewed By GravityFails1
You can actually have a conversation in this restaurant! Itâs pricey, but the food is superb. Servers are knowledgeable and sell dishes with some character. All agreed the steaks are a must and take advantage of any specials they offer. The Nutella pizza desert is heavenly!
8. North Italia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By Diane W
Service was slow and inattentive. Dirty dishes from our appetizer remained on the table until our main courses were served. Our meals were not brought to the table together. Mine sat getting cold while I waited for the remaining 3 meals to be served. The food: - Grilled Artichoke â 3 small halves covered with a lot of tasty toppings- Roasted Salmon â ok - Bolognese â Good. If you want a little extra cheese on top it is served in a bowl â is it freshly grated? - Budino, Bombolini â Both were good. Bombolini were very fresh.
7. Filomenas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Marilyn S
We enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Filomenas in Costa Mesa. We had previously eaten many time at the previous restaurant in this location but this was our first trip under the new ownership. First of all our waiter was still there. Chatted with people at the neighboring table. The atmosphere is still neighborhood friendly. My husband ordered Lasagna. We shared a Ceasar Salad and bread then came my Cioppino. I make this at home but enjoy tasting other recipes. Filomenas is very good. We will return. Hope you will also enjoy.
6. Vitaly
Overall Ratings
4 based on 82 reviews
Vitaly is a new concept of 3 specialties Italian food stores in one: Italian Restaurant, Italian Gelato, Italian coffee shop and Bakery. It is owned and managed by Maurizio and Barbara, arrived from Italy in 2011 . All products are top quality, home made
Reviewed By Sssparkle
We just stopped in for a quick snack and couldn't resist the delicious looking gelato - it was really tasty and rich the way we like it. It's also in a really interesting outdoor mall (anti-mall?) with very cool decor and comfy seating indoors & out. A great find!
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5. Roma D Italia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By Srfyogi
Busy place..popular with Tustin locals it seems....homemade bread rolls..ok...garlic cheese bread...good but way too heavy...eggplant pamigiana, spinach lasagna both pretty bad...spinach ravioli was standard...basically nothing exceptional..nothing unique..nothing that would make me go back...
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4. Il Fornaio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 340 reviews
Reviewed By Sanford A
Another amazing meal at Il Fornaio with incredible service and large, tasty portions. I went off menu tonight and ordered the duck special with a citrus sauce that was covering the plate and absolutely delicious and crispy. Just the way duck should be served. It came with a ton of vegetables and potatoes and could easily have been shared. We had several pasta dishes including the gnocchi and the chicken was perfectly seasoned and delicious. We started with the antipasto platter. A great and very filling meal! Itâs the perfect place to go after landing at John Wayne Airport, just 5â away.
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3. Mama D's Italian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 723 reviews
Reviewed By Joan P
We arrived a half hour before closing on a Friday night. They made us feel like valued patrons right away. My husband had eggplant Parmesan and I had Stuffed Eggplant. Both were good. I preferred his because it had a bit more sauce. My entree was a little dry. This is a decent place where they try hard.
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2. Antonello Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By bevb316
When we want to make an occasion special, itâs this AMAZING restaurant. Iâm fond of their bread basket & the Salmon. I have never had anything but perfect here.... We will be back for My Tante Margotâs 87th Birthday Celebration. The servers are AMAZING!! Perfect Venue for any special occasion.
1. Maggiano's Little Italy
Overall Ratings
4 based on 610 reviews
Reviewed By Tzipster
There were six of us having dinner together and a very busy Saturday night. The restaurant has a great deal where you order your dinner and you get a take-home meal for free. How can you beat that? The service was excellent and the food was very tasty. I wouldâve given it five stars except for the noise....
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