Oak & Coal

Welcome to the world of Oak & Coal, a unique establishment that combines the best of cocktail bars, Japanese cuisine, and seafood in one trendy setting. Located in Costa Mesa, CA, Oak & Coal offers a variety of dining options, including vegan and vegetarian choices, making it a versatile choice for all diners.

From starters like Chicken Karaage and Salmon Sashimi, to Pan Seared Seafood dishes and Donburi Rice Bowls, Oak & Coal's menu is full of flavorful options that will transport your taste buds to a world of culinary delight. The Charcoal Grill section offers a selection of skewers, including Kurobuta Pork Belly and New Zealand Lamb Chops, all cooked to perfection.

One of the highlights of Oak & Coal is its extensive drink menu, featuring a range of sake options, cocktails like the Shishito Sour and Oak Fashioned, and non-alcoholic beverages like Topochico Sparkling Water and Cane Sugar Coca Cola. Pair your meal with the perfect drink for a complete dining experience.

But it's not just the food and drinks that make Oak & Coal stand out. The ambiance, with its hipster, cozy vibe and gender-neutral restrooms, adds to the overall dining experience. Customer reviews rave about the friendly service and delicious food, with dishes like the Miso Black Cod and Salmon Crudo receiving high praise.

With a mix of casual dress code, free Wi-Fi, and private dining options, Oak & Coal caters to a wide range of preferences and occasions. Whether you're looking for a fun date night spot or a place to hang out with friends, Oak & Coal offers a memorable dining experience that will keep you coming back for more.

So, if you're in the mood for a unique dining experience that combines the best of Japanese cuisine and seafood with a trendy cocktail bar atmosphere, look no further than Oak & Coal. With its flavorful dishes, extensive drink menu, and welcoming ambiance, Oak & Coal is sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

Oak & Coal Menu

Location

Address: 333 E 17th St Ste 2 Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Phone: (949) 287-6150

🕓 Work Hours
MON 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
TUE 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
WED 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
FRI 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
SAT 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
SUN 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Walk-ins Welcome
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Hipster, Casual, Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner, Dessert
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Best nights on Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Private Dining
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Ayumi K.

    10 August 2024

    love oak&coal! Their employees are all so nice and they have the best espresso martinis

  • Author: Vince N.

    10 July 2024

    Our dinner was excellent, we had their premier dishes including the garlic shrimp noodles, pork bao buns, and the special steak lettuce wraps. The garlic shrimp was plump and juicy, there were the right amount of spices and oil, the pork bao buns had the right sweetness and the steak was tender, but could have gone without the rice. The service was great, I assume we had the manager who was very efficient. Overall, great date night spot if you were also looking for libations.

  • Author: Lauren W.

    15 June 2024

    First time at O&C. Great ambience with the speakeasy vibe, amazing food (try the Charred Unagi Skewers), and awesome service. Everyone was very friendly! The drink menu is also really nice with some great cocktails in the lineup.

  • Author: Sharon D.

    09 June 2024

    Hello tasty food! What an experience. I'm obsessed with going here. The fusion is firing. The Wagyu beef Bao, not your average Miso, Karaage, pork skewer and Brussels. If they still have the Korean taco special. Taste them all!!! Then finish it off with the caramel sea salt gelato. These are all a great first journey. Really the whole menu is amazing! We've tried almost everything. I keep going back for more and to see what could possibly be the next special. Their flavors are top notch. The Karaage is excellent! It has all the qualities and flavors you'd expect. I don't usually eat chicken and I had to taste it. The kids ate so much we ordered more. The Beef Bao taco I would recommend eating as soon as it comes out. It is best hot. And you will want to eat it again and again. Between the pickled onion and the jalapeño it really rounds out the taste. The Korean Tacos, Hello, get these while they still have them. The green onion, beef, rice, beautiful lily pad like butter lettuce along with the fiery sauce. This was a wow special. I would recommend to order slowly so you can taste as things roll out. Otherwise the flavors are not as deep and rememberable. The Brussel sprouts, their play on roasted Brussels was full of flavor pop. I popped a little lemon with the sauce and wow. Delicious. So the not your average miso, well there are days when I could just get this. It has a beautifully poached egg, noodles, mushrooms, seaweed, and tofu. Savor this before you dive in to something else. The whole bowl really opens your eyes to wonderful unexpected complexity and textures. The kiddos love this too! What a spot! I'm so thankful for it being here. I could go every day!

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