[Costa Mesa] [Japanese] Ramen Yamadaya

Ramen Yamadaya
1175 Baker St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-0091
http://ramen-yamadaya.com

After OC Tastefest, we went to a nearby Starbucks to get some coffee. While sitting there, I started browsing nearby restaurants with my Yelp app. I mentioned to Dr. P that this ramen place called Yamadaya has a 4 stars review. We should try it next time. He replied, "why next time? Let's go now!"



So here we were at Ramen Yamadaya.

[Costa Mesa] [Peruvian] Inka Grill

Inka Grill
562 W 19th St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 642-4938
http://www.inkagrillrotisseriechicken.com

We came to Inka Grill with $10 for $20 voucher in hand, and got a rotisserie chicken meal for to do.


Whole Chicken ($15.50)

The whole rotesseire chicken was very very flavorful. The meaty part like thigh and breast was very tasty. But the wings and leg was overcooked and too dry to eat.

[Costa Mesa] [Japanese] Sushi Shibucho

Sushi Shibucho
590 W 19th St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 642-2677

After lunch with family in Laguna Beach, my mom and brother had to go back to LA. My sister stayed to hang out, and we decided to have Japanese for dinner. I tried to find "cheap omakase" on Yelp, and the name Shishi Shibucho came up.



It's a really small restaurant. Glad we made reservation. The seats filled up really fast right after they opened for dinner.

[Costa Mesa] [Vegan] 118 Degrees

118 Degrees
2981 Bristol St #B-5
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 754-0718
http://www.shop118degrees.com

Another Groupon daily deal I bought, Dinner for 2 for $20 at 118 Degrees ($58 value). For this deal, we can pick 2 entrees plus 2 glasses of wine or 2 desserts. This was such a good buy. Sister and I love the healthy and delicious food at this raw vegan restaurant!


Trio of Enchiladas ($20.00)
Tres Enchiladas with 3 distinct flavors, served with Tomatillo Salsa, Macadamia Sour Cream, and Chef salad.

For my entree, I picked Trio of Enchiladas. I didn't know raw veggies could taste that good! All three enchiladas had different flavor. Their sauces tasted great! I wanted to pick a favorite one, but I couldn't because I really liked all three.

[Costa Mesa] [American] Lawry’s Carvery

Lawry’s Carvery
3333 Bristol St #2601
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 434-7788
http://www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys-carvery

Dr. P and I went to South Coast Plaza to do Christmas shopping. We grabbed a quick dinner at Lawry's Carvery.


Roasted Prime Rib (12 oz.) ($29.99)
Au jus and creamy horseradish

Since both of us were not that hungry, we decided to get a 12 oz Roasted Prime Rib to share. We asked for medium rare, and it was cooked just right. The beef was so tender and juicy. We asked for extra au jus on the side, and it was heavenly. The prime rib came with cole slaw and one side. We picked creamed corn, and I wish we could have a whole plateful of them corns.

It was a simple and delicious light dinner for 2. Yum!

[Costa Mesa] [Mexican] Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill

Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill
3333 Bristol St #1876
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 979-7469
http://www.ztejas.com

Every time we go to South Coast Plaza to shop, we want to stop by at Z'Tejas for their happy hour now. The food we had last time was great. This time I was ready for my 2 glasses of wine then go shopping afterward.


House White Wine ($3.00) / 6th St Margarita ($6.50)

We started with some alcohols. I had a glass of their house white, and Dr. P had a margarita. Their house white was great, and the price was great as well. I added another house red a little later. I think I like their white a bit more.

[Costa Mesa] [Mexican] Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill

Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill
3333 Bristol St #1876
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 979-7469
http://www.ztejas.com

After dinner at Season 52 the other day, we went into the mall and did a little shopping. I bought a few things on pre-sale, and had to go back to pick them up a few days later. I had my eyes on Z'Tejas' happy hour menu for a while. Happy hour, then pick up my things, then more shopping? Sounds like a perfect Saturday to me!



I was so glad Z'Tejas' happy hour is seven days a week instead of Monday through Friday like most places.

[Costa Mesa] [American] Season 52

Seasons 52
3333 Bristol Ave #2802
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 437-5252
http://www.seasons52.com

I read about Seasons 52 when it first opened, gosh, more than a year ago? I've been wanting to try this healthy eatery ever since, but never got a chance to go. They only use fresh seasonal ingredients, and nothing on their menu is over 500 calories.



It was Costa Mesa Restaurant Week. I thought we would take advantage of it and try Season 52. We made reservation through OpenTable, and was seated promptly when we arrived at the restaurant.

[Costa Mesa] [Italian] Maggiano's Little Italy

Maggiano's Little Italy
3333 Bristol St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 546-9550
http://www.maggianos.com

I had a $50 Maggiano's gift card that I exchanged with my credit card points. I also had a coupon from email for buy one entree during lunch time, get one free Classic Pasta to take home. I made reservation through Open Table for a Sunday lunch for two.



Maggiano's always packed for dinner. I thought they would be busy on Sunday for lunch as well, but they weren't. Maybe most people come here for dinner after shopping at South Coast Plaza?

[Costa Mesa] [Moroccan] Marrakesh Restaurant

Marrakesh Restaurant
1976 Newport Blvd.
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949)645-8384
http://www.marrakeshrestaurant.com

好朋友Tammy的生日，我們20幾個人一起去這家摩洛哥餐廳吃晚餐，晚餐內容實在是超級豐富的，價錢也很便宜，大約美金25元一個人而已，現場還有跳肚皮舞的超辣女人到每一桌拉人起來跟她一起跳肚皮舞，氣氛實在是很好玩，這家餐廳真的很不賴喔！


蔬菜湯 Soup (Harira)

首先上的第一道菜是湯，這是用兵豆(lentil)、番茄、鷹嘴豆(garbenzo bean)、芹菜跟香料熬成的蔬菜湯，所有的蔬菜都被熬到融化了，因為有很多豆子，所以湯喝起來有沙沙的感覺，摩洛哥的香料有甜甜鹹鹹酸酸的味道，感覺跟印度菜的味道有那麼一點點像，這道湯很好喝、很開胃！