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Free $10 Gift Card - T.G.I. Friday’s

T.G.I. Friday’s has announced that select locations will be giving out FREE $10 gift cards when you purchas two entrées from their new Caribbean-inspired Summer menu.

For participating locations, please visit www.fridays.com

Filed under: $0-$30, Recession Busters


Happy Hour - TAPS Fish House & Brewery

Monday-Friday 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturdays 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
101 E. Imperial Highway
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 257-0101

The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos
2745 Lakeshore Drive
Corona, CA 92883
(951) 277-5800

www.tapsfishhouse.com

Filed under: Happy Hour


Sunday is Family Fiesta Day - Fred’s Mexican Cafe, Laguna Niguel

Every Sunday at Fred’s Mexican is Family Fiesta Day

* 4-9 pm
* Kids eat half price
* The Ballon Diva arrives at 6:00 to ensure that everyone has a ballon animal or funky balloon hat.
* Fredrico the Parrot flies out at 6:45.
* Pinata will be up at 7:00.
* Kids can fill out an entry form for a chance to win a Nintendo DS which is presented on the last Sunday of the month.

Fred’s Mexican Cafe
32431 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
www.fredsmexicancafe.com

Filed under: $0-$30, Menu Specials Sunday, Recession Busters


Weekend $1 Wine Tasting - Simply Fondue, San Juan Capistrano

We have extended our unique $1 wine tasting al fresco overlooking the historic Mission that includes our special Lite Bite offer of three courses for only $20! This summer event is offered every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings from 5-7 pm.

Simply Fondue
31761 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
949.240.0300
www.simplyfondueoc.com

Filed under: Discounted Wine


Weekend Champagne Fondue Lunch - Simply Fondue

Don’t miss our original fondue lunch that includes fresh berries, salad, cheese or chocolate, and entrée plus complimentary champagne for only $25! We also offer our delicious homemade crêpes for only $10! Served Sat & Sun from 11 am - 3 pm.

www.simplyfondueoc.com

Filed under: $0-$30, Menu Specials Sunday, Menu Specials Saturday, Recession Busters, Brunch


Live Music Fridays - Simply Fondue

Join us at either location for some amazing acoustic guitar sounds while enjoying fabulous fondue and award-winning wines or over 100 designer martinis! Starting at 7 pm.

Simply Fondue
For both locations, visit www.simplyfondueoc.com

Filed under: Menu Specials Friday, Live Entertainment


Happy Hour - Bayside, Newport Beach

Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach, already known for their outside patio with its stunning bay views, will now cater to the happy hour crowd with their new outdoor lounge and new Happy Hour Tapas menu as well! Fittingly named the “Best Happy Hour in Orange County” the new tapas menu and drink specials will be available daily, from 5:00 p.m. to close.
Bayside’s happy hour is available in the bar area, as well as the new lounge. The lounge features comfortable outdoor couches and tables where guests can enjoy happy hour in style while enjoying the bay views. The new expanded happy hour menu features a large variety of tapas items to choose from and starts at only $5.95 each. In addition to the new tapas menu, there are drink specials as well starting at only $6 each!

Bayside
900 Bayside Drive
Newport Beach, CA
www.baysiderestaurant.com

Filed under: Happy Hour


Tornados Flavor Challenge

Tornados announced this month the Facebook-based promotion “Flavor Challenge 2.0”, in which the brand’s 130,000 plus fans can submit flavor ideas in eight different categories. The top flavor in each category wins a year’s supply of Tornados and a Tornados-wrapped microwave. One lucky entry may even see his or her face on a Tornados box.

(1) Tornados Facebook fans can submit flavors in any of up to eight ‘flavor categories.’ Categories open for submissions are:
• Asian Fusion
• Backyard BBQ
• Kick-It Up (Spicy)
• American Classics
• Teen Snack Attack
• Around the World
• Early Bird (Breakfast)
• Sweet Tooth (Dessert)

(2) Tornados Facebook fans can rate and comment on flavors entered, earning points redeemable for prizes in the Tornados prize vault. Prizes include: Experience of a Lifetime Raffle (VIP racing-themed trip for two to Charlotte, including the Richard Petty Driving Experience); virtual badges; t-shirts; etched I-Pod raffle … and more.

Each “Flavor Champion” wins a Tornados-skinned microwave and a year’s supply of Tornados. One of the “Flavor Champions” could be featured on the Tornados box itself, if the flavor is developed.

All interactions will take place on the Tornados Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Tornados

Filed under: Contests & Competitions - Home Cook


Hawaiian Taco Tuesday - Hapa J’s, San Clemente

Hapa J’s in San Clemente will be serving up out-of-this-world Asian- and Hawaiian-inspired tacos including ahi poke, coconut shrimp, kal bi short rib, chicken katsu, kalua pig and vegan tacos with freshly cooked tortillas. Drink and dessert specials such as $2 Primos, the delicious Hawaiian lager, as well as $6 Li Hing Mui margaritas (an Hawaiian specialty) and hot churros with plum wine ice cream are sure to spice up your Tuesday night as you experience the Aloha vibe of the Hawaiian Islands.

Hapa J’s
2016 South El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672-3248
(949) 276-6657
www.hapajs.com

Filed under: Taco Tuesday


Happy Hour - Pizzeria Ortica, Costa Mesa

Monday-Friday, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. – close
Dishes include a selection of pizzas for $7, as well as $3 cocktails and 50% discounts on wine and beer.

Pizzeria Ortica
650 Anton Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 445-4900
www.pizzeriaortica.com

Filed under: Happy Hour


Family Style Monday Night Dinners - Pizzeria Ortica, Costa Mesa

Guests will have their choice from a variety of rustic regional Italian salads, pastas, pizzas and desserts for just $50 per person. A wine bottle special will also be available for an additional $20 per bottle.

Pizzeria Ortica
650 Anton Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 445-4900
www.pizzeriaortica.com

Filed under: Menu Specials Monday


Savor Summer in Provence - Pinot Provence, Costa Mesa

Take a tour of Southern France…without leaving Orange County!
Let Executive Chef Lauren “Lulu” DeRouen take you on a culinary journey through Provence with weekly tasting menus prepared table side, live music, French cocktails, and wine on our patio

Thursdays, July 15 - August 5
5-9 pm

Pinot Provence
Westin South Coast Plaza
686 Anton Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA
714.444.5900
www.patinagroup.com

Filed under: Menu Specials Thursday, Live Entertainment


Happy Hour - The Tin Lizzie, Costa Mesa

The Tin Lizzie serves up Happy Hour seven days a week. Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday all day long plus free games of pool.

Tin Lizzie Saloon
752 Saint Clair
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
http://www.tinlizziesaloon.com

Filed under: Happy Hour


Happy Hour - Memphis Cafe, Costa Mesa

Who doesn’t want happy hour all the time? Now enjoy Memphis Café Happy Hour seven days a week from 3 – 7 p.m.

Memphis Cafe
2920 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
www.memphiscafe.com

Filed under: Happy Hour


Tuesay Night “Build Your Own Burger” - Memphis at the Santora, Santa Ana

New Tuesday nights feature a “Build Your Own Burger” menu with the musical stylings of DJ Steve Z. Tuesday night hours are 5 – 10 p.m.

Memphis at the Santora
201 N. Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
www.memphiscafe.com

Filed under: Menu Specials Tuesday


Saturday Brunch - Memphis at the Santora, Santa Ana

By popular demand Memphis welcomes Saturday Brunch to the Santora served with bottomless mimosas and two-for-one Bloody Marys. Saturday and Sunday Brunch is served 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Memphis at the Santora
201 N. Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
www.memphiscafe.com

Filed under: Menu Specials Saturday, Brunch


Brazilian Style Caipi Hours at Kimera!

Every Tuesday night come down to Kimera Restaurant and Lounge for Caipi Hours! From 5:30-8:30 pm Kimera will celebrate Brazil by featuring Brazil’s National Cocktail: The Leblon Caipirinha (Kai-pur-EEN-ya). This deliciously refreshing drink is made with fresh lime, sweet sugar, ice, and the National Spirit of Brazil: Cachaca (Ka-SHA-sa). The best part? They’re only six dollars each! So come enjoy great music, great food and great Leblon Caipirinhas! Check out the website at http://www.kimerarestaurant.com, or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kimerarestaurant.

Kimera
19530 Jamboree Road
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 261-1222

Filed under: Menu Specials Tuesday


Happy Hour - Paul Martin’s American Bistro, El Segundo

At Paul Martin’s American Bistro we call our happy hour A Taste of Paul Martin’s. We offer you small plates of some of our most popular dishes - small plates perfect for sampling and sharing, and scintillating cocktails. There is a selection of wines offered for $4.00 as well. Come in for thoughtful food at thoughful prices. Joins us from 3pm- 7pm daily.

Paul Martin’s American Bistro
2361 Rosecrans Ave.
El Segundo, CA
310-643-9300
www.paulmartinsamericanbistro.com

Filed under: Happy Hour


Le Tour de France of Food and Wine - Pescadou Bistro, Newport Beach

Following the course of the famous Tour de France, we will be preparing for you a set of regional menus. Through the month of July, three groups of 7 stages will be illustrated with a menu and their specialties.

-From Rotterdam to Gueugnon, mostly flat stages through Belgium and Champagne with Menu #1
-From Tournus to Rodez, serious mountain stages through Jura, Alpes and Massif Central with Menu #2
-From Revel to Paris, more mountain stages through the Pyrennees, then Bordeaux and Paris Champs Elysees with Menu #3

Pescadou Bistro
3325 Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 675-6990
www.pescadoubistro.com

Filed under: Special Promotions


Carvery Trio Special - Lawry’s Carvery

$12 Carvery Trio:
1 full hand-carved sandwich or entrée salad
2 starters, sides, or desserts
($16 for prime rib)
Price not inclusive of tax and gratuity.

Available for a Limited Time
July 1 - August 31

Lawry’s Carvery Locations:

South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol Street, Suite 2601
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Located on Level Two, next to Macy’s Men’s Store
(714) 434-7788

Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd., FC-5
Century City, CA 90067
(310) 432-0101

L.A. LIVE
(next to the Staples Center)
1011 S Figueroa St
Suite B115
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 222-2212

Filed under: $0-$30, Recession Busters, Special Promotions


Wine Wednesdays - Mimi’s Cafe

Starting this month, guests at Mimi’s Cafe can sip and savor their favorite wines for less on Wine Wednesdays. From Chardonnay to Cabernet, every Wednesday all bottles of wine on the menu are half price all day.

Mimi’s Cafe
Nationwide Locations
www.mimiscafe.com

Filed under: Menu Specials Wednesday, Discounted Wine


Tasting Tuesdays - Fleming’s

Mark your September calendar for Tasting Tuesdays, featuring complimentary corkage on your own wines and savings of $25 off any bottle from the new Fleming’s 100, every Tuesday during the month of September.

Fleming’s
www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Filed under: Corkage Specials, Discounted Wine


September “Month of Discovery” - Fleming’s

Coming this September: Our Month of Discovery…
September is our “Month of Discovery” at Fleming’s: An exuberant 30-day celebration packed with special events, menu offerings and (most important) the uncorking of the new Fleming’s 100™ — our award-winning collection of 100 wines by the glass.

Fleming’s
www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Filed under: Corkage Specials, Special Promotions, Discounted Wine


Thursday Summer Cookout & Cocktails - Savannah Chop House, Laguna Niguel

Join us every Thursday and enjoy “Eat at Joe’s” signature rib specials on our Sunset Terrace all summer long! Experience the flavor and aroma of Chef’s grilled specialties and you’ll even get a little grilling advice from Chef Joe himself! Also stop in to treat yourself to one of our Bacardi Summer Cocktails.

Savannah Chop House
32441 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA
949.493.7107
www.savannahchophouse.net

Filed under: Menu Specials Thursday


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