Sur La Table

4.4
(178 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
714-241-0118
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About The Business

Sur La Table is a well-known retailer specializing in kitchenware, cookware, bakeware, cutlery, and small appliances. The Costa Mesa location provides a retail space for customers to purchase a wide array of culinary tools and ingredients, catering to both home cooks and professional chefs looking for quality supplies.

Beyond its retail function, this Sur La Table store features a dedicated kitchen space where it hosts a variety of cooking classes. These classes are designed to teach participants new cooking techniques, explore different cuisines, and build confidence in the kitchen. The schedule includes classes suitable for individuals, couples, families, and private groups.

The cooking classes cover diverse themes ranging from specific global cuisines like Italian, French, and Thai, to fundamental skills such as knife handling, baking, and pastry making. Classes are primarily hands-on, allowing participants to actively engage in the cooking process under the guidance of experienced instructors. The offerings include single-session classes and multi-week courses, accommodating different interests and schedules.

Location & Hours

Sur La Table

3333 Bear St Suite 110, Costa Mesa, 92626

714-241-0118

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Hours
Mon
10AM-8PM
Tue
10AM-8PM
Wed
10AM-8PM
Thu
10AM-8PM
Fri
10AM-8PM
Sat
10AM-8PM
Sun
11AM-7PM

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Couples, Corporate events, Team-building, Kids’ classes, Multi-session course

Age groups:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern, Greek, American Southern, Cajun/Creole, BBQ/Grilling, Baking, Pastry, Bread Making, Cake Decorating, Chocolate Making, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Farm-to-Table, Fermentation, Pickling, Sushi Making, Pasta Making, Dumpling Making, Wine Pairing, Cocktail Mixing, Knife Skills, Meal Prep, Healthy Cooking, Holiday Cooking, Street Food, Seafood, Comfort Food, Breakfast & Brunch, Sauces & Stocks

Class sizes:

7–15 people, 15+ people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking class

Class duration:

Single-sessions, Multi-week series

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Sur La Table Reviews

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Avoid Gather & Forge – My Experience with Their Private Chef Services

September 12, 2025

I don’t usually write negative reviews, but I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone else avoid the same mistake.

I hired Gather & Forge well in advance to provide a great private dining experience for guests I had flown in from across the country—two nights in a row. Both nights were a letdown.

The chef showed up 45 minutes to an hour late each night.

The food wasn’t hot. It came out lukewarm or even cool.

The quality of the meal didn’t justify the price. Honestly, I’d say the value was maybe 60% of what we paid.

I gave them plenty of chances to make it right, but they had no interest in doing so. As much as I think Brandon (the chef) worked hard, the overall service just didn’t live up to the cost or the expectations.

Bottom line: Gather & Forge is overpriced, underdelivers, and doesn’t seem to care about customer satisfaction. I really wanted this to be a great experience, but I would never use them again and highly discourage anyone from booking them for private chef services.

Clay

Fabulous venue for events & Italian cooking classes!

August 25, 2025

Our BYOB wine group had an amazing experience Saturday night at A Taste of Milan in the Southside with Chef Sidney and Katie! We learned how to make home made pasta and enjoyed her family recipes handed down from generations! Truly beyond 5 stars and it was a magical evening! Thank you Sidney and Katie

Kim Marie Angiulli