Arc Food & Libations - Costa Mesa, California

Richard Kwok

Fun cocktails, extensive drink menu.

Shareables: duck croquettes (very delicious and creamy), mama’s casserole (sumptuous), roasted Brussels sprouts (good) and the roasted game hen (juicy).

All in all a satisfying work dinner. Would come again.

Service was friendly and efficient.

Thao Pham

We had a pleasant experience at this establishment for a birthday celebration, and we would like to express our gratitude to our exceptional server, Sarah, for her remarkable assistance and cordial demeanor. We were delighted to be seated on the patio, which offered a delightful view. However, we regret to say that the culinary offerings did not fully align with our personal preferences. The Mama's casserole, in particular, lacked sufficient seasoning, and the chicken was excessively dry. Additionally, the steak, which was ordered medium-cooked, exhibited a chewy texture. We found that the overall flavors were somewhat lacking, although all the dishes were salty.

Abijit Fernandes

Two times in a week! Yes, it’s that good. Arc Food & Libations is the kind of place that draws you back with its incredible food, impeccable presentation, and a clear commitment to quality ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a casual dinner or a night to indulge, this spot hits every note.

Let’s talk drinks first. The Coffee and Cigarettes cocktail is an absolute must-try. It’s a masterful blend of smokiness and sweetness, perfectly balanced. This is the kind of cocktail that lingers in your memory or not 😉 long after the last sip.
The bruschetta, duck fat potatoes, duck leg..all were amazing
Now, onto the star of the meal – the ribeye. Grilled to perfection over their signature Santa Maria grill, the ribeye is tender, flavorful, and cooked to your exact liking. Each bite reveals the depth of its smoky, charred edges paired with a melt-in-your-mouth center. It's evident they take pride in their craft here, and the result is nothing short of extraordinary.

What sets Arc apart is the attention to detail. From the friendly, attentive service to the rustic yet modern ambiance, everything feels thoughtfully curated to create a memorable dining experience.

Gordon Sturm

Rustic, cooked with flame flavor. Service was very attentive and quality. The drinks were creative, strong, and tasted great. The server had excellent recommendations for our table based on peoples spirit choice. We shared mushrooms, broccolini, wedge and the tomahawk. The tomahawk was a little too fatty for the group, next time we’ll get the fillet to share.

Clarke Pauley

Amazing Eclectic Dining Experience.
We've been going to ARC for years and it continues to impress. The cozy atmosphere with real wood ovens and grills are the anchor for a unique dining experience. Cast iron dishes cooked in the wood burning ovens never disappoint. Don't miss the best German Chocolate cake on planet earth. Beyond decadent.😋

Alison R

We were looking for a place that we had never been that wasn't too far from home, the music was playing extremely loud you couldn't even hear each other talk let alone the waiter, We were told that's The way the owner likes it, The waiter asked somebody to turn the music down and they finally did which made it that you can actually talk, the music is nothing that we would ever listen to but maybe the crowd of people that come in there listen that kind of music. Ordered the cornbread for appetizer it was tiny was very shocked on how small it was, I ordered the ribs The coleslaw that came with the ribs was extremely spicy (My lip was burning) you could not substitute anything for it so I ordered fries on top of that luckily I did, also ordered a tomahawk steak to be shared for my husband and son to eat for dinner. My ribs came out and fries, I gave them each a rib because their food had not come out Plus they ate my fries and I was close to being done with my meal before their food came out that was pretty bad ,I was eating alone and that's what I basically did, The waiter apologize and said that the tomahawk took a long time to cook but they should have cooked the tomahawk steak (their asparagus was not edible that was on the plate) first and not brought my ribs out for me to eat for 20 minutes by myself, I think for customer service they should have bought dessert for the table since their tomahawk took so long or gave us a gift card to come back something! Overall the food was good The service was good, We may come back again.

Whitley Crawford (Whitley)

The atmosphere was amazing! Beautiful scenery and great space.
The food is overpriced and small portions. We were told the dishes were made to be shared family style, but the portions were not at all to be shared.

The burger and pizza were the only dishes that seemed to be a good size.

The food was okay and the service was pretty bad. They pressured us to order very quickly then pressured us to hurry and pay. We were a group of about 8 on the table for a little over an hour. The tables have a 2 hour limit.

ARI K PRODUCTION (Arian Khoroushi)

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Arc Food & Libations, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Kaelan, our server, provided top-notch service, making our meal truly memorable. From their attentive and friendly demeanor to their extensive knowledge of the menu, Kaelan ensured that every aspect of our dining experience was enjoyable. The food at Arc was equally impressive, with each dish expertly crafted and bursting with flavor. The ambiance was cozy yet chic, perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. I highly recommend Arc Food & Libations to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience accompanied by impeccable service.