# Vegetarian food spots in Costa Mesa > Vegetarian meals that stand on their own merit rather than serving as a meatless alternative. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/costa-mesa/best-food-vegetarian ## Places (9) ### 1. Ramen Tatsunoya Spacious Japanese restaurant with many booth tables and a layout suited for family dining. Atmosphere feels cozy and warm but can get loud when full, making conversations challenging. Known for authentic, rich tonkotsu ramen and a menu offering pork and vegan broths. - Address: 277 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RamenTatsunoya ### 2. LOTUS BISTRO Vietnamese restaurant with bright interior and tall ceilings offers a cozy atmosphere that feels authentic and welcoming. It serves quickly prepared pho and other dishes with homemade chili oil and vegetarian options. The spot functions as a popular pickup place but often has few dine-in customers. - Address: 2180 Harbor Blvd G, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LOTUSBISTRO ### 3. WADAYA - Costa Mesa Small space with a cozy, laid-back vibe and limited seating creates an intimate setting. Atmosphere stays relaxed and cool, attracting a mix of young people and families. Known for excellent vegan options and a unique touch of serving rice to soak up leftover sauce after noodles. - Address: 2969 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/WADAYA---Costa-Mesa ### 4. Vegan By El Zamorano Small space with homey feel and counter-style setup offers spacious outdoor patio featuring dog-friendly seating and Mexican-themed decor. Atmosphere resembles typical Mexican fast food with clean, welcoming environment outside. Indoor seating is limited to high-top tables for two, encouraging outdoor dining. - Address: 3011 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/VeganByElZamorano ### 5. Pom & Olive Mediterranean restaurant with a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere and a Midwest supper club feel. Interior features fresh jasmine and beautiful paintings, creating a warm and familiar vibe. The place attracts many big families and offers a quiet, pleasant dining experience. - Address: 1400 Bristol St Unit C, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Pom-Olive1 ### 6. The India Cafe Small, simple dining space with dim lighting and authentic Indian music sets a quiet, warm atmosphere. Offers extensive vegetarian and vegan options with large portions of freshly made Indian and Nepalese dishes. Popular for takeout, it remains calm even during lunch hours despite reasonable prices. - Address: 528 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheIndiaCafe ### 7. Paradise Dynasty Large space with modern Chinese decor and plenty of seating creates an elegant atmosphere. Background music plays, sometimes loud, contributing to a lively but occasionally noisy environment. The setting suits date nights and casual dining with a mix of Northern and Southern Chinese cuisine. - Address: 3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ParadiseDynasty ### 8. Taqueria El Zamorano Outdoor seating dominates the space with just a couple of indoor tables. The atmosphere feels sad but the menu stands out with a full vegan selection that impresses with delicious vegan tacos and fresh handmade tortillas. Plenty of parking is available nearby. - Address: 3011 Harbor Blvd #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TaqueriaElZamorano ### 9. Ramen Nagi Restaurant combines traditional and modern vibe with a fun, lively atmosphere. Seating includes long communal tables and a large outdoor patio, creating a somewhat cramped but energetic environment. Popular spot with customizable ramen options and a steady flow of diners. - Address: 3333 Bear St Suite 151, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RamenNagi2 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.