Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Costa Mesa

From the moment we stepped into Pelican Hill, everything exceeded our expectations. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with just the right balance of elegance and comfort. The service was outstanding—our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about the menu. Every recommendation they made turned out to be a hit! The food? Simply phenomenal. We just tasted wild mushroom Risotto, which was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Also Pizza was a standout—cooked to perfection and seasoned impeccably. Even the dessert, special for my husband birthday, was a masterpiece that we’re still dreaming about. It’s clear that Pelican Hill prioritizes quality, from the fresh ingredients to the thoughtful details in every dish. Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening or a celebratory gathering, this place is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back soon!

Our waiter Kevin was great! Beautiful restaurant as well.

We had to add three (3) extra guests to our reservation and Puesto handled it no problem. We all arrived and we were quickly seated. The food and service were better than five (5) star. Our server gave us excellent recommendation’s. I felt like what ate was good for the value. We all tried the filet taco, perfect. Everyone enjoyed the dinner. Would go back and highly recommend.

Great food and super pleasant service from Sue!! The restaurant was slow in the afternoon but her smile and small talk was delightful and genuine!! We'll be back for sure!!

The Service and food was great our waiter was amazing