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Playa Mesa

Playa Mesa Playa Mesa is a family-style Mexican restaurant located on E 17th Street. They offer scratch-made authentic Mexican dishes inspired by the fresh pacific flavors of coastal Baja, using farm-fresh ingredients and cooking methods passed down for generations from various regions in Mexico. In addition to their refreshing cocktails crafted from Agave spirits, they also have an extensive selection of premium Tequila and smoky mezcal. Join them for lunch and dinner daily, weekend brunch or weekday Happy Hour. Come enjoy an authentic meal with family!
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Tajin or salted rim? Were getting your margarita ready so grab a seat at the bar 🌶️🍋‍🟩
05/27/2026

Tajin or salted rim? Were getting your margarita ready so grab a seat at the bar 🌶️🍋‍🟩

Brunch tastes better on the weekend ☀️🌮🥂Join us every Saturday & Sunday from 9am–2pm for brunch at Playa Mesa. From brea...
05/20/2026

Brunch tastes better on the weekend ☀️🌮🥂

Join us every Saturday & Sunday from 9am–2pm for brunch at Playa Mesa. From breakfast favorites to cocktails worth lingering over, your table’s waiting ✨

Golden hour always finds it way here🌅🍋‍🟩
05/12/2026

Golden hour always finds it way here🌅🍋‍🟩

Taco Tuesday meets Cinco de Mayo at Playa Mesa 🌮🇲🇽Tacos all day every Tuesday plus we’re turning things up for Cinco wit...
05/05/2026

Taco Tuesday meets Cinco de Mayo at Playa Mesa 🌮🇲🇽

Tacos all day every Tuesday plus we’re turning things up for Cinco with a live mariachi from 4–6pm and specialty cocktails flowing all day 🍹🎶

Come hungry, stay a while, and celebrate the right way 🍻

05/01/2026

The only plans you need today: Playa Mesa happy hour 🍻

Monday–Friday | 3–6pm ✨

Good food, live mariachi, and a day made for Mom 💐Join us for a Mother’s Day brunch buffet from 9am to 2pm, with live ma...
04/28/2026

Good food, live mariachi, and a day made for Mom 💐

Join us for a Mother’s Day brunch buffet from 9am to 2pm, with live mariachi from 11am to 1pm.

Stay a little longer, dinner is on too. Reserve your table now. 🥂🍾

The kind of Taco Tuesday you build your week around 🍹
04/26/2026

The kind of Taco Tuesday you build your week around 🍹

Cinco de Mayo at Playa Mesa 🌮Taco Tuesday with live mariachi, raffles & giveaways. See you there 🇲🇽🥂
04/23/2026

Cinco de Mayo at Playa Mesa 🌮

Taco Tuesday with live mariachi, raffles & giveaways. See you there 🇲🇽🥂

Your cravings called… we answered🍴✨
04/06/2026

Your cravings called… we answered🍴✨

Join us for Easter Sunday Brunch & Dinner — all day long!🐰🌸🐣Reservations Recommended.
03/23/2026

Join us for Easter Sunday Brunch & Dinner — all day long!🐰🌸🐣

Reservations Recommended.

Your table’s waiting. Link in bio🌶️🍹
03/19/2026

Your table’s waiting. Link in bio🌶️🍹

Your lucky drink of the weekend is here 🍀Meet the Shamrockarita. A lucky twist on our margarita made for celebrating St....
03/13/2026

Your lucky drink of the weekend is here 🍀

Meet the Shamrockarita. A lucky twist on our margarita made for celebrating St. Paddy’s Day all weekend long. Come raise a glass and sip something festive 🍹

Available 3/13 through 3/17.

03/10/2026

We know how to serve a taco plate🌮

Our fiesta platter comes with your choice of 2 proteins, rice, beans, guac, pico de gallo, grilled scallions, pickled veggies, and salsa tatemada 🌶️

National Margarita Day is this Sunday, 2/22 🍹Did you know we’ve been voted Best Margaritas in CA by Yelp?We’ve found the...
02/20/2026

National Margarita Day is this Sunday, 2/22 🍹
Did you know we’ve been voted Best Margaritas in CA by Yelp?

We’ve found the secret to happiness… a tree full of Fresh-Juiced Margaritas because why choose just one flavor?🍋‍🟩✨

Flavors: house, spicy cucumber, tamarindo, jamaica & watermelon

No pressure, we’ll let you decide. Either way, Valentine’s Day is handled. 💋🍋‍🟩
02/11/2026

No pressure, we’ll let you decide. Either way, Valentine’s Day is handled. 💋🍋‍🟩

Sips Con Amor is pouring all month long. ❤️Two Valentine’s cocktails made to fall for — available all February.Join us f...
02/02/2026

Sips Con Amor is pouring all month long. ❤️
Two Valentine’s cocktails made to fall for — available all February.

Join us for Valentine’s Day! 💌
Full menu available. Reservations recommended.

01/05/2026

Good food & great company… what more could we ask for? ✨

Visit link in bio to book your table 🌸

12/16/2025

You had me at & ! 🌮✨ Enjoy BOTH every Tuesday… all day long! 🍹

If you need us, we’ll be right here… celebrating Taco Tuesday properly. 🌮✨
12/10/2025

If you need us, we’ll be right here… celebrating Taco Tuesday properly. 🌮✨

Address

428 E 17th Street
Costa Mesa, CA
92627

Located on E 17th Street in Costa Mesa, both the Mexican restaurant and family style restaurant are easily accessible via public transport or by driving. For those taking public transportation, there are several bus stops within walking distance of the restaurants. For those driving, there is ample parking available in the surrounding area.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 9am - 11pm
Sunday 9am - 10pm

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What people say

If you're looking for a family-style restaurant that serves authentic Mexican dishes, Playa Mesa on E 17th Street in Costa Mesa is the place to be. The restaurant takes pride in using farm-fresh ingredients and cooking methods passed down for generations, resulting in scratch-made dishes that are bursting with flavor. From handmade tortillas to refreshing cocktails crafted from Agave spirits, Playa Mesa has something for everyone. The tranquil south of the border ambiance adds to the overall dining experience, making it a perfect retreat to leave all your troubles at the door. Whether you're looking for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or weekday Happy Hour, Playa Mesa has got you covered. So come and enjoy an authentic Mexican meal with your family and friends while sipping on premium Tequila or smoky mezcal worthy of savory sipping. Salud!

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