Tried this place Last evening. The waiter was exceptional and explaining what the menu was all about and what all the sauces were. However the meet was not quality meat as they indicate. The portions are ridiculously small. Chefs did not know how to cook the filet skewers medium rare. The scallops were undercooked and slimy, and the fillet was overcooked. The pork belly wrapped asparagus was pathetic. It was like eating bamboo staulk Instead of the crowns of the asparagus. Had been wanting to try this place for sometime and very disappointed. The only positive was the waiter was excellent. read more

This place is great! I can eat It everyday! What a beautiful, healthy, and properly sourced meal! Just what Costa Mesa needed. Blows Honda ya out the park! Must try: Apps: dumplings, cucumber salad Skewers: wagyu short rib, chicken skin, pork belly, lamb chop, jumbo shrimp, spicy chicken wings read more

Not your usual Japanese food. The server said "Yakitori with a modern twist." The food was great and priced right. Each item seemed to have its own different sauce. read more

This was my first visit and the attention to guest service was on point from the moment we got sat our order was in from first salutations. Definitely will return. Everything was delicioius and washed it all down with a Mango cart and Sake . read more

Came in from Florida. The three guys behind the bar were just amazing. Had a sample a couple things because we thought we were walking into a Japanese restaurant. And we have the most amazing appetizers. Along with the knowledge of the restaurant and the ingredients that they use. I loved the place and can't wait to go back to California and experience it again. read more

Oak & Coal - My daughter and I enjoying our amazing meal - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Love this place. Try everything and become a rewards member! Wasn't a fan of the sake though.

10 out of 10, my family's favorite place to eat. Food is always delicious no matter what you order and the staff is an amazing. Don't pass up the garlic n00ds read more

Oak and Coal has to be my favorite restaurants in Costa Mesa . From there amazing quality of food to there quality cocktails. I can always count on a good dining experience at oak and coal. But what sets this place apart from other restaurants in the area is there customer service. All of there employees make you feel like family . Which keeps me coming back. read more

Waitress and staff was super friendly and helpful. Even the cook (or manager) came up to ask us how we liked everything and to welcome us since it was our first time. Great spot for a vegetarian or meat eater alike, lots of options for the two. It's essentially Japanese tapas. Think Korean bbq with everything cooked before it comes to you on a skewer. Priced very fair for what it is. read more

Wow. I was introduced this amazing find by one of the owners of Hi Time wine Cellars. Every dish on the menu is amazing. The Kim Chi Dumplings, Wagyu Short Rib and Lamb Chops were the stars. Great selection of cocktails, beer and Japanese Whisky. Andrea took amazing care of us all night. We will definitely be regular visitors of this fine establishment. read more

This is a nice restaurant very small and loud just as this kinda place should be the food was really good I had the dumplings to start with where nice and amazingly light I had the chicken skin and shrimp then the potatoes and corn and lamb Ll where so good I loved the presentation all on Woden plates or boards and the sauces did inhance the flavor the staf where so nice S well I will be back read more

Great food & even better service & environment! Mellisa was awesome, she made us feel so welcomed & was so helpful! Even thought this was our first time, it won't be our last. read more

Great customer service! The food was amazing! I'll definitely be back for more. Staff was very kind and respectful.

Sooo good! Staff was fun and super helpful. Had a great dinner. Will definitely come back.

This place is decent at best. Wanted to try something from the norm of Kappo, SSG, and Honda-ya. The food wasn't anything special nor did they cook the food properly. For example, under-cooked shishito peppers is pretty horrible and the waitress didn't know what ichimi togarashi pepper was AND stated there wasn't any available. I happened to see the ichimi togarashi pepper on dining table nearby and grabbed it. SMH. I will give honorable mention to customer service as everyone was awesome and genuinely happy to be there. read more

This place is a sort of gem; in an area where it's a bit tough finding quality food at a decent price. I highly recommend you give this place a try at least once! I have a feeling you may want to come back... the portions aren't too bad and they're more worth it when you come during happy hour! And the drinks aren't too shabby either... solid joint! read more

I loved the filet Mignon skewer! Also the mushroom and peppers were delicious. The shrimp was a little hard to eat but, all the vegetable and chicken skewers were delicious! I will be back. read more

This place is AMAZING!! Small place full of delicious food!! All of their meats are high quality, natural, Free Range and Hormone Free. Service is friendly and fast. Flavors are delicious!! You are able to see how your food is being prepared AND KETO friendly TOO :) I love love this place. We will for sure come back AGAIN. read more

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4.5/5 Oak & Coal is amazing! This is a Japanese skewer place (yakitori) that serves proteins (chicken, beef, pork, fish) on a stick. The proteins are good, but the spotlight for me is definitely on the sauces. We were given 3 or 4 small dips/sauces on the side of our skewers, and the cook/server happily explained the ingredients and taste of each one for us. THEY WERE ALL AMAZING! Both my friend and I enjoyed the one with yuzu(?) in it the most, but we were impressed with all of them. I feel like this place would be great for a night to just chill with a friend or your buddies, considering that they do have some Japanese alc + some wine. However, I can't give this place a 5 star rating, because the skewers are a little bit pricy, as the total cost was around 65 for 2 people, which didn't even leave us full. Definitely coming back in the near future though! read more

I love this place! I have yet to experience anything less than superb from this restauranteur. Always order double dumplings because they go quickly and perfect place for a group. The pork belly wrapped anything is awesome and the lamb pops are to die for. read more

We absolutely love this place. It's about time Costa Mesa snagged a legit yakitori restaurant.

Love this yakitori place. Great food! I also love how they continually circulate new items to their menu. Definitely worth a try!

Found this gem because the place next door closed early and it was open. We sat down and tbey served us and even though when we ordered it was last call everything was Awesome with 20% off for happy hour. They forgot an item and still made it for us even though the kitchen was about to turn everything off.. Very impressed with quality. Lamb chops shrimp katsu dumpling fire corn everything was awesome. Great job. read more

The food was just okay and felt very over priced for what you got. There wasn't much seating inside (bar seats and a few tables) and an outside tent set up as well. I would not go back again. read more

A small tasty spot!! Since it is small, seating is limited but worth the wait! All of their 'meat on a stick' was amazing (because we basically tried everything). The sticks are a little small but the soba soup and cold soba salad are very filling so a must order. The dumplings are bomb as well. They also do free corkage for wine purchased from hi time and the liquor store next door. read more

Oak & Coal - The cold soba salad. Very tasty and filling - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Really delicious and high quality Izakaya food. The whole dining party (even my mom who always criticizes restaurants) was impressed. The service was so thoughtful and attentive too! Loved it and can't wait to go back! Yummy! read more

Stopped here for a quick dinner on a work trip. Sat at the bar - Delicious and great service! Staff was super helpful with suggestions and friendly. Chicken thighs and asparagus were especially tasty (both recommended)! Price was very reasonable. Will be back when Im back in town! read more

Great culinary journey of delectable meats in correctly portioned amounts. Garlic noodles are a must have, they go great with a variety of the selections. Favorite proteins were the pork belly, salmon, and the jumbo shrimp. Most meat items come with a specific paste or sauce that really enhances the flavor of the meat. A great hole in the wall with awesome service. Nick is running a good show over there. read more

Perhaps a work in progress. The idea is right, but not tasting and feeling as authentic as the other yakitori shops we've been to. Our orders were dry and over cooked, even after they offered to recook. The rice felt like it had sat in the rice cooker too long, crispy and dried out. Service was good, but ultimately, we felt unsatisfied and disappointed for the price point. read more

Glad I tried it. The value here is great. Especially on Sunday night. It's not 5 stars for fancy quality. It's 5 star for for quality versus price. I will be back read more

Delectable, trendy, yakitori. Friendly service and a beautiful restaurant! The garlic noodles and scallops were the shiz. Highly recommend! read more

Most delicious and unique restaurant we have been to in a long time. Every flavor and meat we tried melted in our mouth and was full of flavor. Do yourself a favor and make sure to try Oak and Coal- you will Not be disappointed! read more

Oak & Coal was VERY disappointing! Service was OK. Food was NOTHING special at all but totally OVERPRICED for what you get. 1/2 of corn on the cob split in half on a small skewer was $3.00! 3 small slices of a brown onion on a small skewer was $2.50! 1 VERY small piece of King salmon on a small skewer was $7.00! 1 VERY small piece of chicken on a small skewer was $4.00! A TOTAL RIP OFF! read more

Recommended the pork belly and prime fillet. I came on Sunday evening and have been offered a cup of beer with a small cup of sake, good combination. Friendly staffs and great atmosphere. read more

One of my favorite date night places. Great little spot with delicious food. Love the Sausages, Scallops, Filet, Asparagus

I know this is OC, but still it doesn't warrant this egregious ripoff. I felt I was robbed at the end of the night. 3 beers + 7 yakitori = $90 I need to prove that I am not just a cynical cheap skate. So a back to back comparison is required. hence, next night.. Shin-Sen-Gumi 2 pitchers of beer + 17 yakitori including a full size steam mussles = $ 92!!!!!!!!!!!!! You do the math. something needs to be corrected. read more

Bomb of all bomb food! Never ate something that didn't suck and they have great servers. lol be this place

OMG! I'm so glad I found this place. The food was off the chart! Garlic noodles were insane and all the meats were fantastic.

Yum is all I can say we went thru most of the menu. We sat at the bar and had a free sake bomb with the kitchen crew. Love the food and the vibe. Will be back for sure. read more

One of my favorites on 17th St.! This place serves up some of the best yakitori and fun Japanese small bites. I usually get one of everything If you're looking for an adventure in food, ask the grill masters for some off-menu satisfying items. read more