Surf City Chili At The Beach Cook Off

is a local favorite for authentic Italian food. It features dishes like spumoni, meatball sandwiches, and penne with sausage mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes topped with Alfredo sauce. This is an excellent place for a cozy, romantic dinner and a glass of wine

- Voted one of the best places for margaritas in Orange County! Enjoy homemade tortillas and classic favorites like tamales, enchiladas, burritos, tostadas, chimichangas, chile Rellenos and tacos. - Authentic, fresh Mexican food with healthy vegetarian options. Fiesta Grill

- Family owned and operated, satisfy your taco cravings with carne asada, pastor, and lengua. Tacos - Serving regional Mexican dishes and housemade tortillas, plus a selection margaritas. - Southern California Comfort Food like flavorful street tacos. Try the mini crunchy Tacos at just 59 cents each

- Brunch highlights include the Veggies in the am, Lao Benny, Crab Toast, and the Endless Summer cocktail. Located in the , enjoy Brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

- Brunch highlights include a chicken & waffle sandwich and the Brunch sampler featuring sweet corn hot cakes, bacon & cheddar waffles, sausage & bacon, and much more. Located in , enjoy Brunch on Saturday & Sunday from 8 a.m. To 3 p.m..

Dos Toros - Pick up a signature fresh fish Tacos or a burrito. Wahoo's brings an eclectic Mexican/Brazilian/Asian menu and a Hawaiian north-shore vibe right on the beach. Wahoo's Fish Tacos - Offers a wide selection of contemporary and traditional favorites including award-winning margaritas, Seafood specialties, special burritos, The Flavors of "Old Mexico" dishes, sizzling fajitas and more! Mario's Mexican Food & Cantina

- Delicious Tacos and burritos made fresh to order just steps away from the beach

- Farm to table menu, with daily specials like Carne Asada fries and Shrimp burritos

2026 Surf City USA Foodie Awards Best Happy Hour Winner: 25 Degrees Named after the temperature difference between a medium-rare and well-done burger, 25 Degrees has been serving up its signature patty for nearly two decades. But in 2026, the Surf City USA Foodie Awards brought an exciting twist