Restaurants & Bars
July 4th Restaurant Specials, Steals & Dining Deals 2022: O.C.
For a star-spangled, Independence Day brunch, lunch, picnic or BBQ, check out offerings from area eateries throughout Orange County.
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — As the Fourth of July 2022 holiday weekend gets underway, it's time to start planning festive feasts with family and friends.
Whether you opt for a backyard BBQ, family picnic, a take-home meal spread or dinner out, Patch has you covered with multiple options from Orange County restaurants— including some offering Independence Day deals and freebies.
Peruse the list, and check out the photo slideshow at top of this post, and find what appeals to you and yours.
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ACAPULCO RESTAURANT & CANTINA: Celebrate 4th of July — all day! — with $3 House Margaritas (on the rocks only) & $5 Cadillac Margaritas (featuring Lunazul Reposado, triple sec and sweet & sour with a side shot of Cointreau Noir). Offer not valid for to-go, online or delivery. Participating locale in Costa Mesa.
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APPLEBEE'S GRILL & BAR: $5 Star-Spangled Sips are on the July 4th celebration menu. All-American Mucho features Tito’s vodka & lemonade, strawberry & blue raspberry. Blue Bahama Mama is topped with a red, white& blue sugar rim with Captain Morgan, Malibu Coconut, blue curacao. Details. Find locations here.
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A+O RESTAURANT & BAR AT BALBOA BAY RESORT: Dine on coastal California-inspired cuisine on the patio with live music & prime view of Newport Beach fireworks display on back bay. The resort and its sprawling lawn will be open to the public. Reservations. At 1221 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach.
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AUNTIE ANNE'S: Sweet deal for Independence Day! Pretzel Perks members can enjoy a free original or cinnamon sugar pretzels with purchase of Dragonfruit Mango beverage from July 1-4. Redeem via Pretzel Perks app & limit one per person. Info here for Pretzel Perks. Location finder here.
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BILLY'S AT THE BEACH: The waterfront eatery celebrates with panoramic views, tropical cocktails, limited-edition red, white and blue canned Mai Tais, plus Hawaiian-inspired bites as "Pupu Platter for Two," with beef skewers, coconut shrimp, crab cakes, blackened ahi tuna & BBQ pork ribs. Billy’s will be open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday, July 4. Info for booking & menu. At 2751 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach,
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BLACK ANGUS: Hold off until July 5-7, and Prime Club reward members can score 30% off the steakhouse menu. For dine-in & reward members only. Redeem deal with 9-digit barcode or coupon code sent via email or text after signing up on website. Follow this link for Prime Club info. Find locales in Buena Park, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana.
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CALACA MAMAS CANTINA: Located across the street from Disneyland, the Day of the Dead-themed Mexican restaurant offers handcrafted cocktails, Mexican favorites & an outdoor patio with prime viewing of Disneyland’s fireworks display. Website. At 1550 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim.
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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: Dine in at CPK July 1-4 & receive a buy-one-get-one-free offer for free pizza, pasta or salad that can be redeemed on future visits from July 5-12. CPK locations listed here.
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CORNER BAKERY: On July 1, the cafe chain kicks off full month of "Summer Surprise Rewards" — with different, daily giveaways & deals for loyalty members. Every day will offer such promos as bakery freebies, free drinks or menu discounts. Rewards can be redeemed via app or in-store. Rewards sign-ups here. Find locations in Anaheim, Brea, Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, Santa Ana.
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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Take advantage of promo deal: $10 off orders of $55+ with code: FREEDOM10 — or save 10% on July 4th catering pre-orders with code 10OFFCATERING. Party packs and meats by the pound available for takeout July 4. Plus the new King’s Hawaiian Spicy Chicken and Cheddar premium sandwich, with pit-smoked chicken breast, cheddar, jalapeños, spicy BBQ sauce on sweet King’s Hawaiian Bun, is on limited-time summer menu. Website. Find locations here.
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EL TORITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Celebrate 4th of July with $3 House Margaritas (on the rocks only) & $5 Cadillac Margaritas (featuring Lunazul Reposado, triple sec and sweet & sour with a side shot of Cointreau Noir). Offer runs all day, but not valid for to-go, online or delivery. Locations in Anaheim, Cypress, Irvine, Laguna Hills, Orange, Tustin, Yorba Linda.
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GRACIAS MADRE: July 4th brunch hours extended to 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Among fan-favorite, menu highlights: huevos rancheros; chilaquiles; & enchiladas verdes, plus housemade paloma or mimosas (bottomless option at Newport) on Independence Day. Website & booking info. Located at 1617 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach.
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JAMBA: From July 2-4, rewards members can keep cool with a $5 medium Watermelon Breeze Smoothie via Jamba app, online or in-store at participating shops. Also July 2-4, patrons can score $0 delivery fee with minimum purchase of $12 on app or website. Location finder here.
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KRISPY KREME: "I Heart America" collection with four new doughnuts (Soaring Firework Heart, Patriotic Cookies & Kreme, Stars & Stripes Heart & Star Spangled Sprinkle) in Fourth of July-themed box hits stores for limited time. Patrons wearing red, white & blue to participating shops can receive free doughnut through July 4. And from July 1-4, score free Original Glazed dozen with purchase of any dozen at regular price. Info. Location finder here.
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LA BRISAS: Dine al fresco at the decades-old coastal restaurant, with its newly renovated Rose Garden, while enjoying Fourth of July fireworks above the beach. Brunch & Happy Hour (in the bar and lower cabana 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) also planned. Reservations & info. At 361 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach.
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LUCILLE'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ: Slow-smoked barbecue takeout is available, with a free gallon of Lucille's Sidewalk Lemonade or Iced Tea with purchase of $50+ from July 1-4. Check link on July 1st for promo code. Details here. Find locations including in Brea, Lake Forest, Orange, Tustin.
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ORANGE HILL RESTAURANT: Book a spot at this hilltop hideaway to dine July 4th on such specials as Zinfandel-braised short rib, miso-marinated sea bass or the shareable 48-ounce tomahawk, while enjoying fireworks displays Info & reservations. At 6410 East Chapman Ave., Orange.
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PIEOLOGY PIZZERIA: Locations are offering $5 off any $30 order — in-store & online — using code 5OFF30JULY4 from July 2-4. Website here. Find shops throughout Orange County.
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RED LOBSTER: It's the perfect time to indulge in "Seafood Summerfest" —a limited-time, line-up of special dishes & summer cocktails. Among the deals: BBQ Bacon Grilled Shrimp ($18.99), including soup or salad & starter, and the new "Summer Sangarita," a blend of sangria and margarita. Website here. Locations here.
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RED ROBIN: Just in time for 4th of July, $10 Gourmet Meal Deal hits menus, with burger, bottomless steak fries & bottomless beverage. Burger options include: Gourmet Cheeseburger; Whiskey River BBQ Burger; & Banzai with teriyaki-glazed patty & grilled pineapple. Dine-in only at participating restaurants through July 31. Location finder here. Details here.
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ROCK & BREWS RESTAURANT: For July 4th weekend, KISS front men Paul Stanley & Gene Simmons' eatery will serve All-American BBQ Plate for two ($27.95) with ribs, chicken, pulled pork, cole slaw, grilled corn & jalapeno cornbread. Or check out the new "Demon Chicken Sandwich" ($17.95 with fried chicken breast, hot sauce-pepper cheese spread, chipotle slaw, marinated red onions, jalapenos & chipotle ranch). Info. Find restaurants in Tustin & Buena Park.
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ROOFTOP LOUNGE AT LA CASA DEL CAMINO: Celebrate 4th of July atop the historic La Casa del Camino hotel, with specials on drinks and food, plus a coastal firework display visible from the hotel & menu of coastal-inspired dishes & hand-crafted cocktails. Or grab dinner at Comedor, the hotel’s Spanish-inspired tapas restaurant & enjoy fireworks from Heisler Park, right outside the hotel. Website & booking details. At 1289 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach.
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RUBIO'S: A special Independence Day weekend promo runs Friday to Monday, July 1-4, offering two entrees for $15 , plus free delivery for same timeframe. Plus new to the limited-time summer menu: Al Pastor Shrimp Bowl; Baja Caesar Salad; and Chipotle Honey Argentinian Shrimp Bowl. Check website here for coupon info & locations.
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7-ELEVEN: During Independence Day week, 7Rewards members can redeem Slurpee Day coupon for one, free small Slurpee in-store July 1 through July 11. And after redeeming free drink, summer fun continues with What the Fanta for $1 in-store & via 7NOW delivery all summer long. Website here. 7Rewards details here.
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THE PIE HOLE: Celebrate Independence Day at Pasadena location Sunday, July 3, starting at 10 a.m., with free slice-of-pie giveaway to first 100 guests — apple, vegan tart cherry or vegan blueberry pan pie. Plus, lucky random customers will have chance to receive free pair of general admission tickets to the Palomino Music Festival on Saturday, July 9 at Rose Bowl. Website. At 59 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena.
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TGI FRIDAYS: From Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 4, patrons can score 25% off platters, party trays & family meal bundles via online or call-in takeout using code USA25 at checkout. Website here. Locales in Buena Park & Orange.
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ZIGGI'S COFFEE: Fan-favorite "Firecracker Blender," with Vanilla Blender, white chocolate, strawberry flavors, whipped cream & popping candy, is available July 2-4. Plus "Rocketpop Cake Pop," blue raspberry cake, white chocolate & strawberry popping candy, is available through August. While supplies last & offered in-store and via app. At 27525 Puerta Real, Mission Viejo.
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ALSO SEE: July 4th Fireworks 2022 In Orange County
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