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    The CAMP

    4.1 (393 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    THE CAMP ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Christopher T.

    Quite an unique hidden place in OC. Yes it busy in the weekends and holidays and parking can be Hectic. But once you got a parking and walk into the camp, it just purely cool vibe, unless holidays or weekend since foots traffic is abit overwhelming. But at every walkways, corners, or turns, there is something unique and different either with different structures, water fountain, painting, seating patio or something eye catchy. The vibe is just chill and calm (except holidays). Plenty of option of shops restaurants and coffee places. All are unique and independent and once of a kind.

    Jessica W.

    到costa Mesa 來, 有機會可以來這個美麗的 The camp 走走晃晃,他們有很多特別的餐廳,咖啡廳,還有衣服店,看得出來都是年輕人喜歡的比較freeStyle,整個地區綠意盎然,非常的漂亮,超級適合出外景,出大片的,如果你在附近吃完飯了,可以來這邊買咖啡,順便來看看

    Veronica G.

    The Camp is an interesting little mall that feels more like a retreat where you can sit and relax while surrounded by beautiful plants. They have a nice selection of stores and restaurants. I visited on a Tuesday evening and it seemed that many of the stores were closed. Some stores had signs that said coming soon. I read that parking would be difficult, but there was a significant amount of parking available on the day I was there. I think the mall is a must see.

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    Deanne R.

    After visiting the lab across the street we came here. The CAMP is a green, eco-friendly retail campus dedicated to an active, healthy lifestyle mindful of environmentalism. More like an outdoorsy little mall. Very cute with some restaurants love the decor. Coming soon a bar/ Mexican food restaurant. Would like to return for some pizza.

    Judy L.

    This place is SO cute and absolutely perfect for photos. Every corner at The CAMP feels thoughtfully designed and full of good energy. The CAMP is a green, eco-friendly retail campus dedicated to an active, healthy lifestyle, blending nature, culture, and community right in the heart of Orange County. From unique shops to great dining spots, it's such a fun place to explore, relax, and recharge. Definitely a must-stop when you're in Costa Mesa.

    5/17/14 With my brother & friends.
    Aileen C.

    Really late review. I was fairly new to Yelp in late 2013. Way back on 5/7/14, a few friends, my brother and I decided on a road trip from NoCal to SoCal. We rode in one minivan which made the trip super fun. We stopped by here to grab a bite to eat. I honestly don't recall the restaurant that we ate at. I'm not vegan. I had a vegan mushroom burger and that was delicious. I recall this place had unique shops and little eateries. It was a very busy day when we came. It's a great place to hang with friends. My experience here was great. Unfortunately, I lost most of my pictures from an old phone. I only have only have one available to post. I would love to go back again someday.

    Connie Y.

    Fun little anti mall in Costa Mesa with nice eateries and shops. Good place to take out of town friends to explore. Lots of parking and they have thrift stores too. Happy Yelping!

    Lilian W.

    The CAMP in Costa Mesa is a retail area with shops and restaurant. The exterior is very interesting, combining metal, wooden features, and nature together. The stores are unique in that they focus on environmental and eco-friendly causes. The shops there seem to sell hand-made, sustainable, and purposeful products. For instance, they have a huge second hand store and local clothing/jewelry boutique. There's plenty of food and drink places. I got coffee from Vitaly before and would love to tried their restaurant menu. I thought the Taco Stand was okay. For drinks, there's Salty Beer, Boba Guys, etc. They used to have an awesome plant-based restaurant called The Plot, but that has since closed. Overall, this is a great hand-out spot. I recommend carpooling because parking there can be a challenge.

    One of many aesthetic spots to sit (Nov 2025)
    Luke L.

    The CAMP (opened in 2002) is a retail campus with shops that focus on outdoor lifestyles. The LAB Anti-Mall is across the street and also shares the same hip vibe, but The CAMP has a very earthy and camp-like set up. [Parking]: While the shopping plaza has a designated parking lot, parking gets impossibly difficult during normal weekend business hours. [What to expect here]: The anchor store is probably SEED Peoples Market and it is a very rustic two-story tall shop. There's also a succulent shop (Organic Designs by Aggelige) and a second hand clothing store (2nd STREET USA). The CAMP also has a mini food court with shops serving boba (Boba Guy's), coffee (Vitaly Caffé), and Vietnamese food (East Borough). Visitors can also check out the adjacent sister plaza called Camp Out (just around the corner). Public restroom is available for all visitors. [Conclusion]: This is one of those shopping plazas you come for photo ops and not buying anything. I personally like The LAB Anti-Mall a little bit better than The CAMP due to better coffee shop, more spacious seating area, and more Instagrammable spots.

    Giovanna M.

    Grabbed a morning coffee with the girls this weekend. We loved the nature walk with rustic accents & pop up markets. Definitely coming back!

    Vivian C.

    The Camp in Costa Mesa, is an outdoor shopping center with restaurants and shops. it's a unique, cool place with a great atmosphere, it's has a hammock, heart shaped swing, and plenty of areas to sit and chat with friends, dog friendly , has woodsy landscaping . The Camp has trees, ponds and meandering paths . It's not a big place , The Camp is a small, but it's nice to hang out here . The parking can be a little crowded at times, but they also have the option for valet . Last time I was paid $5 and tip . I like to come here.

    Michelle L.

    i havent been to the camp in awhile, we were here for their pet-a-porter event over the wknd i was in the area and made a stop to check out the vendors just a handful of pet vendors i picked up some treats from pawlistic treats. they offer all natural, single ingredient and all dehydrated treats. but the camp has lots of food, drinks and shopping biz parking is a bit tricky, esp on the wknd. valet is avail also there is parking on the street on randolph ave and walk over

    Minelie A.

    THE CAMP is very fun place to be...Its full of great restaurants for all the tastes and fee stores. Overall, the setting is chill and layback its a great place to meet a friend, go in a casual date. The only negative part is the parking. Its disaster. Im wondering for such a big area why the parking is too small!

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    3 stars because I love the shops here but the parking is so ridiculous! Add a structure already!

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    Ask the Community - The CAMP

    What restaurants are the must-try for lunch?

    Are there any outside plugs?

    Hi Juli, we do not have publically accessible plugs at The CAMP, most outside plugs can be found within the various businesses.

    New pizza restaurant?

    Kuro Artisinal Pizza across the street at The Lab, sister shopping center to The Camp.

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