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Eat Chow

New American Restaurant and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa
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  • Stars
    Ranked #3 for New American restaurants in Costa Mesa
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    Diandra U.
    "The truffle fries and truffle mac n cheese are to die for."(5 Tips)
    Melissa C.
    "The Truffle Parmesan Fries are to die for."(3 Tips)
    Ken D.
    "... I've ever had!) and fried green tomatoes (a great twist on flavors)"(4 Tips)
    Holly
    "truffle fries and truffle Mac n cheese with a fellow"(3 Tips)
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  • Alyssa C.
    Alyssa ColemanMarch 29, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If dining for dinner you must order the Cheesy Tots! Tater tots in a bowl of cheese fondue with bacon and chives on top accompanied by a siracha dipping sauce. So good.
  • Rich M.
    Rich MondorSeptember 27, 2016
    Wow what incredible food! The ribeye Thai beef salad is to die for!!!I just wish this place was closer to my hotel so I could eat here everyday!!
  • Wendy E.
    Wendy E.D.September 20, 2013
    One word:Wow! Anything on the menu looks and sounds fabulous. The french dip is so flavourful. The black ice tea is also highly recommended. On top of that the service is A1!
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesMay 8, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Baja Fish Tacos are great. The black beans are great...extra lime! Tell them Carolyn said you had to order them!
  • Diandra U.
    Diandra UtomoMay 26, 2013
    The truffle fries and truffle mac n cheese are to die for. The French dip is good too, the beef and the bread practically melt in your mouth.
  • Ken D.
    Ken D.February 14, 2014
    Fantastic, great food. Had the 3 Amigos (mole was probably best I've ever had!) and fried green tomatoes (a great twist on flavors)
  • sarah jane b.
    sarah jane barbaJanuary 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    It was hard to decide what to order, but I went with the Rib Eye Thai Salad from the specials menu... and of course the Truffle Parmesean Fries. My tastebuds were very pleased!
  • Kenny K.
    Kenny KhuuOctober 24, 2018
    Truffle Parmesan shoestring fries were good. Strong truffle flavor and crisp. 3.75/5
  • Andrea B.
    Andrea BiasiFebruary 9, 2013
    Try the Reuben Sandwich - House made corned beef, imported swiss, 1000 island dressing, red cabbage kraut, grilled sour dough. Awesome!
  • Alyssa C.
    Alyssa ColemanMarch 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    I crave the "fried egg" every morning for breaktfast, it is SO good! Get here before 10am on the weekends and you will beat most of the crowd.
  • James R.
    James RichardsonAugust 28, 2010
    Always get the fried egg special. It has arugula, prosciutto, an is the best way to start your day. Bloody Mary with modelo is pretty great too. Actually, the whole menu is great.
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesJanuary 6, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Baka Fish Tacos are great and the BLTA is one of my all time FAVS (they nicknamed me BLTA).
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesDecember 31, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The BLTA is AMAZING! Ask for Megan or Amy and let them know "BLTA Carolyn" sends her love! Great people at Eat Chow!
  • Holly
    HollyNovember 10, 2012
    Split the truffle fries and truffle Mac n cheese with a fellow skinny person. Truffle overload! <3
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    GigiMay 10, 2016
    Was realty excited to try this place but wasn't satisfied. What I liked were the starters only ( truffle fries and cheesy tots).
  • D A.
    D ARMarch 15, 2015
    Love their burger and fires. It's quite a big one I might add!
  • Roger M.heart icon on user image
    Roger MaMay 5, 2015
    Looking for something clean? Go for their blacked ahi salad
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesFebruary 8, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Goat Cheese Arugula Salad is amazing! The team at Eat Chow are top notch!
  • Alatheia B.
    Alatheia BowlingNovember 7, 2010
    Everything is so delish. Lunch gets hectic. Z loves the onion rings. I love the chicken salad with walnuts/green apples.
  • Akiko I.
    Akiko IAugust 8, 2014
    Very modern clean foods. Pork chop was great! Good food surprisingly!
  • Mishell P.
    Mishell PaulinoJune 5, 2013
    Come early and be prepared to wait. Park across the street.
  • Josh M.
    Josh MannApril 9, 2011
    You can't go wrong with the BLTA. That and the french toast are the best of the breakfast menu.
  • Mike C.
    Mike ClarkOctober 18, 2012
    Great simple cuisine. Try the crispy beef tacos!
  • AgentPair
    AgentPairMarch 25, 2012
    Very cozy. Don't be afraid of the line because you can hoist cocktails curbside.
  • Melissa C.
    Melissa CruzSeptember 29, 2010
    The Truffle Parmesan Fries are to die for. Everything on the menu is good, you can't make a bad choice!
  • Kenny K.
    Kenny KhuuOctober 25, 2018
    Quite possibly the most disappointing eggs Benedict. Served on lightly toasted white bread didn’t work. Bernaise was bland. Ham was deli cut. Potatoes were under seasoned. 1/5
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesDecember 20, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Sweet Potato or Truffle Parmesan fries are sooo good. Comfort food.
  • Okan T.heart icon on user image
    Okan TezerAugust 13, 2017
    Best breakfast i ever had in OC...
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HallNovember 17, 2015
    Cheesy tots are unreal, so good.
  • Kathi K.heart icon on user image
    Kathi KruseJune 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything here is super tasty! Great service too :-)
  • Emily C.
    Emily CrumeMay 23, 2011
    Great weekend brunch spot - we went after #Vukuto, the shrimp ceviche is stupendous! Read more
  • Angela F.heart icon on user image
    Angela FardoNovember 8, 2018
    The egg white omelet was delightful.
  • Edward H.
    Edward HartingNovember 11, 2011
    This place is awesome - many wonderful choices and all excellent!
  • GiFF
    GiFFJanuary 11, 2014
    If you don't order the Chilaquiles you're nutz!
  • Examiner.com
    Examiner.comDecember 28, 2010
    Fried green tomatoes, truffle fries, white bean hummus, olives… Delish. Read more
  • Madeline H.heart icon on user image
    Madeline HowardJune 2, 2015
    Pulled pork sandwich
  • Mark M.
    Mark McAdamsAugust 8, 2014
    Everything is great!!
  • Brynn S.
    Brynn SearsonJanuary 9, 2013
    Turkey Chili with no dairy additions = awesome.
  • Wyatt T.
    Wyatt ThomasMay 11, 2013
    Here's a tip... Don't take the tip from "Brynn S." about the turkey chili.
  • Marc P.
    Marc PrasarnphanichApril 20, 2012
    The mac n ruffled cheese is Awesome!!!
  • Jeremy L.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy LMarch 5, 2014
    Very small and not good for kids. Great food and service though.
  • Emily T.
    Emily TranMarch 3, 2012
    Bacon French toast. Amy's omelet and mimosas.
  • Terry Y.heart icon on user image
    Terry YorkMay 8, 2015
    The breakfast burrito was $10. I've tasted better from 7/11. The workers are polite but the food is overpriced and tasted horrible.
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesFebruary 29, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The BLTA is why the call me "BLTA". Great team here!!!!
  • Mark T.
    Mark ToledoMay 20, 2013
    Try the Choco Taco
  • Jacob S.heart icon on user image
    Jacob StoneSeptember 19, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Fried Green tomatoes and a Teri Burger. AMAZING.
  • Karl D.
    Karl DetkenDecember 31, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Carnitas Breakfast Tacos are great!
  • Carolyn H.
    Carolyn HimesJanuary 23, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Sweet potato fries are delish!
  • Kevin T.
    Kevin T.July 9, 2011
    Bring a snack, you'll be waiting for awhile for your food.
  • Erin R.
    Erin R.December 23, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Breakfast enchiladas!
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