Garf's Sports Lounge   

This place is not bad, I went here for lunch one day with a coworker since I work nearby. Figured by reading about it that it was mostly a sports bar, went in there were a bunch of tv's at the bar (seats mostly filled, and they all seemed to be showing news or financial reports... ) a few small tv's by our booth. We thought we'd catch a hockey game that was going on at this time. Waitress said, sorry they don't have hockey. Now, I've never been to a sports bar that doesn't have Direct TV or DISH network but oh well, we were there and what else to do. The food was typical, about what you'd expect (burger and fries, sandwiches, etc, but they seem to have a few entrees too). I didn't plan to drink during lunch, so I said I'd take a lemonade. Waitress said, sorry we don't have lemonade. I kind of chuckled and ordered something else... anyone who's ever worked at a bar knows they always have lemonade (or the ingredients) behind the bar for mixed drinks which is why every bar & grill always has it. Sugar, water, and lemon juice - takes about 60 seconds to make. Poof Other than that the service was a little slow at first but once she got going it wasn't too bad. They have a few pool tables if you're into that thing, but I'd give it a 2nd chance, maybe grab a beer after work. More booths inside than I expected, it always looked kind of small from the street. They have outside patio seating too.

Leave your troubles at the door. This place is a spot to chill.

garfs is the best bar in costa mesa. there is nothing better than walking in somewhere where we all know we spend obscene amounts of money and having the bartenders know you by name. thanks for the hospitality..