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Filomena's Italian Kitchen, Costa Mesa, CA

Filomena's Italian Kitchen

4.8
4.8
105 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Filomena's Italian Kitchen serves old-world cuisine in a cozy setting in Costa Mesa. The restaurant is a labor of love for owner and chef Linda Johnsen, who has translated her Italian heritage and family recipes into a flavorful comfort food menu. From her grandmother's Sunday sauce gracing the chicken, veal and eggplant parmesan to the classic sauce in the pappardelle bolognese, traditional ingredients stand out at Filomena's Italian Kitchen. Johnsen has put her own stamp on the menu with creations like champagne chicken and agro dolce calamari (shrimp and calamari tossed in a sweet tangy glaze with pine nuts, raisins and sweet peppers).In addition to traditional first-course options like caprese angel hair pasta, entree and seafood specialties, Filomena's also serves a selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian pizzas and calzones. End your meal at Filomena's Italian Kitchen on a sweet note with tiramisu, cannoli or flourless chocolate cake.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 10:00–20:00 Tue–Fri 11:30–21:00 Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (949) 877-0119
  • Website
    http://www.filomenasoc.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 105 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • North Orange County

    Best Service

  • North Orange County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • North Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Filomena's Italian Kitchen offers "excellent food and service," with standout dishes like veal marsala and calamari frites. Guests rave about the "homemade Italian" flavors and friendly staff, making it a "neighborhood gem." Despite occasional wait times and space constraints, the "delicious" cuisine ensures patrons return time and again.

105 Reviews

  1. Johnny

    Orange County

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food & service! My favorite place for Friday night dinner!

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  2. C

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Filomena’s is a great hole in the wall find. Tasty classic Italian fare with lots of charm.

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  3. Lori

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fabulous staff! We felt like we were with family the minute we came in the door. So friendly and fun and yet very professional. The food was absolutely delicious!

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  4. Richard

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were excellent. Did not like the $50 per person charge for missed reservation with two day in advance cancellation policy. Almost did not go there to eat because of this policy. Manny was such a great waiter. He took great care of our entire party. Glasses always full and just a little extra bread now and again. Glad we did not let the reservation policy stop us from going.

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  5. Claudette

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hector and Manny are the best. We always leave there with a smile on her face.! 

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  6. Christine

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful food! Don’t miss the Sunday Sauce!

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  7. JESSE

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time and thought it was good. Good was tasty and love the friendly customer service. It’s a small space so. A get a little tight, so not a lot of privacy for conversation. I don’t mind that so much so doesn’t bother me. I’d go back again for the tasty food.

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  8. MichelleH

    VIP

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. Homemade fresh pasta send it over the top. The sevice, us like you are family and friends. Excellent recommendations, and the price is right. Support local family owned places. Oh, be sure to grab some to go items and gelato from the mini Italian store they have. Don't hesitate, make your reservation. Filomenas will not disappoint.

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  9. Donna

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great once again. Always start with the bruschetta. This time I had the shrimp scampi. 5 big shrimp cooked to perfection on the creamy garlicky lemony sauced angel hair pasta! Finished with a cannoli! Service was great even though they were very busy.

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  10. Bob

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. If we lived closer, we'd be regulars. As it is, we eat there before performances at South Coast Rep. Great for that.

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FAQs

Filomena's Italian Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Filomena's Italian Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 105 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today

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Google Map for Filomena's Italian Kitchen

2400 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Costa Mesa
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 10:00–20:00 Tue–Fri 11:30–21:00 Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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