4 New Restaurants Open in Orange County

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Four new restaurants have opened in Orange County, including a San Diego-based coffee shop expanding to Santa Ana, the reopening of a Laguna Beach staple after a nearly four-year hiatus, the arrival of a San Diego pizza chain in Costa Mesa, and a new all-you-can-eat Japanese wagyu and barbecue spot in Brea.

Why it matters

The new restaurant openings showcase the continued vibrancy of Orange County's dining scene, with a mix of local favorites and regional chains expanding their footprint in the area. These additions cater to a range of culinary preferences, from morning coffee to late-night pizza, reflecting the diverse tastes of OC residents and visitors.

The details

Better Buzz Coffee, a San Diego-based small-batch coffee shop, has opened a new location in Santa Ana, serving creative caffeine concoctions and food items like acai bowls and toasts. After a nearly four-year closure, the Spanish-style shareable plates restaurant K'ya Laguna has reopened in Laguna Beach with a new look and menu. San Diego-based pizza chain Mr. Moto Pizza has arrived in Costa Mesa, offering build-your-own and specialty pies, as well as other Italian-American favorites. Wagyu Factory, part of the Chubby Group restaurant group, has opened a new all-you-can-eat Japanese wagyu, sushi, Korean barbecue, and shabu shabu spot in Brea.

• Better Buzz Coffee opened its Santa Ana location on February 17, 2026.
• K'ya Laguna reopened its doors on February 12, 2026 after a nearly four-year hiatus.
• Mr. Moto Pizza opened its Costa Mesa location on February 7, 2026.
• Wagyu Factory opened its Brea location in early 2026, following the openings of its Lake Forest and Tustin locations.

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