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10/10/2026
Celebrate the opening of Spiny Lobster season with us!
The California Department of Fish & Wildlife opened the 2026 California Spiny Lobster Season this week, and our fishing partners hand-delivered their first catches of the season to King's Seafood Distribution.
Join us and check out live 'Spinys' in our saltwater tanks at all Water Grill locations.
10/10/2026
The Bluefin are staying local. So are we.
El Niño has brought unseasonably warm waters to the Southern California coast this autumn, extending Bluefin Tuna’s presence near the Channel Islands. Their delayed migration south offers an exceptional opportunity to savor this prized local catch.
10/10/2026
A remarkable catch from the California coast!
El Niño has brought unseasonably warm waters to the Southern California coast this autumn, extending Bluefin Tuna’s presence near the Channel Islands. Their delayed migration south offers an exceptional opportunity to savor this prized local catch.
09/24/2026
Take your seat, We’ll take the helm.
Book your Private Dining holiday event at Water Grill by October 15 and choose your perk:
- A complimentary Prosecco toast for your celebration or
- A $100 Holiday Host Gift Card for the planner who made it all happen.
Holiday events must take place November 27–December 30.
Inquire about Private Dining at the link in our bio.
09/24/2026
Take your seat, We’ll take the helm.
Book your Private Dining holiday event at Water Grill by October 15 and choose your perk:
- A complimentary Prosecco toast for your celebration or
- A $100 Holiday Host Gift Card for the planner who made it all happen.
Holiday events must take place November 27–December 30.
Inquire about Private Dining at the link in our bio.
08/29/2026
Discover a space where private dining feels like anything but ordinary.
Water Grill's private dining rooms offer an elevated setting for every occasion; from business dinners and intimate gatherings to milestone celebrations.
📍 Featured Locations:
Photos 1–3: Denver, CO
Photo 4: Santa Monica, CA
Photos 5–8: South Coast Plaza in Orange County, CA
Photo 9: Las Vegas, NV
Photo 10: San Diego, CA
Ready to start planning your next event? Explore private dining at Water Grill.
08/29/2026
Discover a space where private dining feels like anything but ordinary.
Water Grill's private dining rooms offer an elevated setting for every occasion; from business dinners and intimate gatherings to milestone celebrations.
📍 Featured Locations:
Photos 1–3: Denver, CO
Photo 4: Santa Monica, CA
Photos 5–8: South Coast Plaza in Orange County, CA
Photo 9: Las Vegas, NV
Photo 10: San Diego, CA
Ready to start planning your next event? Explore private dining at Water Grill.
08/03/2026
Celebrate National Oyster Day with $2 Select Oysters and $9 Mionetto Prosecco at Water Grill.
06/05/2026
For the dads who lead with strength, love without limits, and hold us up on their shoulders when we need it, we dedicate this Father's Day to them.
Join us for Father’s Day, June 21, and give Dad a seafood experience he won’t forget. Make your reservtion today, linked in our bio.
06/04/2026
Reeling in the flavor! 🐟✨ Tell us in the comments, what’s your must-have meal when you visit?
06/01/2026
Up close and personal. 🐟🥢 Do you prefer poke as an appetizer or a full meal?
05/27/2026
Start your meal the right way. 🦀✨ Are you making our Jumbo Lump Crab Cake an appetizer or going bold and ordering it as your entrée?
05/23/2026
California White Seabass has returned. For the first weekend back, try it with our rustic ratatouille featuring Japanese eggplant, bell peppers, garlic emulsion and basil oil, now on the menu.
Visit us and experience one of the season’s most anticipated catches while it lasts✨🐟
11/11/2025
10/28/2025
Water Grill South Coast Plaza proudly earned the #3 spot in the Best Seafood Restaurant category of the Orange County Register “Best of Orange County 2025”. 🎉
Here are this year’s winners in Best of Orange County voting.
10/08/2025
🦞 It’s that time of year again. The first Wild local Spiny Lobsters of the season have arrived in Orange County. Enjoy this West Coast tradition, served simply and perfectly.
Reserve now → https://bit.ly/SCPSpiny
05/06/2025
Banana + chocolate = a surefire way to end your meal. Should we save one for you?🍌🍫
Address
3300 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA
92626
To get to the seafood restaurant on Bristol Street in Costa Mesa, you can take the public bus that stops at the corner of Bristol Street and Anton Boulevard. Alternatively, if you are driving, you can take the I-405 freeway and exit at Bristol Street. There is a parking lot available adjacent to the restaurant with ample space for cars.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 10pm |
| Friday |
11am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 10pm |
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What people say
The Water Grill located on Bristol Street, Costa Mesa has been reviewed by several newspapers in the past year. One review from the Orange County Register was published in October 2020 and praised the restaurant's ambiance and service, stating that it provided "an intimate and luxurious experience." Another review from The Los Angeles Times in July 2020 noted the freshness of the seafood and the knowledgeable staff.
Customer reviews online also speak highly of the restaurant. One customer noted that they had "the best seafood [they've] ever had" while another raved about the extensive wine list. A few negative reviews mentioned high prices and slow service, but most reviews were overwhelmingly positive.
In a more recent review from March 2021 by OC Weekly, it was reported that despite COVID-19 restrictions, the restaurant was still providing exceptional food and service. Overall, Water Grill seems to be a popular destination for seafood lovers looking for a high-end dining experience.
