Cortinas Italian Market
StrongWater - one of the best bars in America with fantastic food. Reservations highly encouraged. If not show up 30 minutes before opening for a walk in spot
Prime Cut Taqueria (it's basically Tacos Los Cholos minus the ridiculous wait times, but go to Tacos Los Cholos if…
OH I’VE BEEN WAITIN FOR THIS ONE! I gotchu
Halal:
-Noodle St
-Mediterranea
-Wholesome Choice (A multicultural grocery store near campus that serves fresh halal food during the day too)
-Dave’s Hot Chicken
-Nomads (a little far out but p good)
-India Gate (has a partial halal menu but is on…
Crack Shack is a killer chicken spot in Eastside Costa Mesa (on 17th and Orange) that has a very family friendly vibe. It's on the way into Newport Beach.
Bear Flag is a must - tuna poke fish tacos and your choice of fish burrito are my favs. Use the tommy sauce. Walk across the street to Lido…