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Christmas Eve Dining at South Coast Plaza
AnQi by House of An
December 24, 2019 – Christmas Eve Day 11:30 a.m. to last seating at 8:15 p.m.; closed Christmas Day
Spend Christmas Eve with friends and family dining on AnQi’s innovative California Vietnamese cuisine. A special Christmas menu will be offered along with carolers. Please inquire within.
Menu specials and à la carte prices vary per selection (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
714.557.5679
The Capital Grille
December 24, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. – Christmas Eve Dining; closed Christmas Day
Enjoy The Capital Grille’s full à la carte menu. Dry aged steaks, an award-winning wine list and professional service are sure to impress.
À la carte prices vary per selection (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
714.432.1140
Darya Fine Persian Cuisine
December 24, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Christmas Eve Dining; closed Christmas Day
Darya will be serving its full à la carte menu. The deliciously spiced Persian menu features chicken, seafood, beef, lamb, combination platters and vegetarian plates.
À la carte prices vary per selection (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
714.557.6600
Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge
Now through December 23, 2019; closed Christmas Eve and Day
Before taking in the magic of the American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker, join Leatherby’s for an exclusive three-course dinner experience. Enjoy a starter of roasted beets & apples with candied walnuts; followed by pork loin with cranberry-orange chutney and sweet and spicy pork sausage. For dessert, enjoy Buche de Noel with cranberry sorbet & chocolate “snow”. Reservations recommended.
$ per adult; per child, 10 years and under (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
https://www.patinagroup.com/leatherbys-cafe-rouge/menu#Nutcracker+Menu+%7C+Dec+14+-+23
714.429.7640
Morton’s The Steakhouse
December 24, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. – Christmas Eve Dinner
December 25, 2018 from noon – 9 p.m. – Christmas Day Dinner
Spend Christmas Eve or Christmas Day enjoying a memorable repast with family and friends with selections from Morton’s full dinner à la carte menu. Specials include Steak & Lobster – 8 oz. filet mignon & 1 ¼ lb. lobster topped with lobster butter sauce & savory puffed pastry and Cote de Boeuf – 36oz. USDA Prime Ribeye brushed with garlic-herb butter. Available now through December 30 & 31, 2019, respectively.
$59 Steak & Lobster; À la carte prices vary per selection (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
https://www.mortons.com/featuring/steak-and-lobster/
https://www.mortons.com/featuring/Cote-De-Boeuf/
For reservations please call 714.444.4834
Royal Khyber Fine Indian Cuisine
December 24, 2019 lunch from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.; dinner from 5:30-9:30 p.m. – Christmas Eve Day; closed Christmas Day
This holiday enjoy Royal Khyber’s à la carte menu featuring authentic Indian cuisine using the finest Indian seasonings and spices. Vegetarian options are available as well.
À la carte prices vary per selection (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
714.436.1010
Seasons 52
December 24, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. – Christmas Eve Dining; closed Christmas Day
Seasons 52’s seasonally inspired dishes feature fresh ingredients, healthful recipes with nutritional information transparency and an ever-changing selection of global wines and handcrafted cocktails. The full à la carte menu will be available for lunch and dinner.
À la carte prices vary per selection (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
714.437.5252
Water Grill
December 24, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. – Christmas Eve Dinning; closed Christmas Day
Treat the whole family to a Christmas Eve dinner. The full à la carte lunch and dinner menu featuring a raw seafood bar, elegant shellfish platters, wood-grilled fish, live lobster, charcoal grilled meats, craft cocktails and an award-winning wine list, will be available all day.
949.208.7060
South Coast Plaza Holiday Gift Card Promotions
Antonello Ristorante & Quattro Caffe
Now thru December 24, 2019 receive a $20 gift certificate, good, January 1-September 30, 2020, for every $100 you spend on Antonello Specialty Restaurant Group gift cards. Gift cards are available for purchase at both Antonello Ristorante and Quattro Caffe.
714.751.7153
The Capital Grille
Purchase $500 or more in gift cards and receive an exclusive Capital Grille knife set plus an additional gift card for 10% of your purchase. In addition to the above incentives, cards with a value of $1,000 or more will be presented in an elegant leather box with stainless steel reloadable gift card.
https://www.thecapitalgrille.com/gift-cards
714.432.1140
Corner Bakery Cafe
Buy a $25 gift card or large cinnamon crème cake and get a $5 bonus card free. Bonus cards are valid January 1-31, 2020.
Corner Bakery Café, Bloomingdale’s Wing 714.966.2404
Corner Bakery Cafe, South Coast Plaza Village 714.546.1555
Lawry’s Carvery
For every $125 you spend on Lawry’s Gift Cards through Dec. 31, 2019 you will receive a complimentary bonus card worth $25. Gift cards are valid at any Lawry’s Restaurant.
Bonus Cards Valid for use January 2 – March 31, 2020, excluding Restaurant Week, Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. Maximum Two $25 bonus cards redeemable per table.
https://www.lawrysonline.com/carvery-costa-mesa/happenings/holiday-gift-card-carvery
714.434.7788
Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge
For every $100 spent on digital gift cards, Leatherby’s will issue the purchaser an additional $30 bonus e-card. Gift cards must be purchased by December 31, 2019 to be eligible to receive the promotional $20 bonus card. The bonus cards are redeemable January 2-March 31, 2020 (except on February 14, 2020) and cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion or discount and additional restrictions apply.
https://www.patinagroup.com/gift-cards
714.429.7640
Morton’s The Steakhouse
For every $250 in gift cards you buy during the holidays, receive a $50 reward card to be used in the new year. Offer valid through December 24, 2019. Rewards cards are valid January 1 – May 31, 2020 (excluding Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day). Not valid on gift card purchases $500 or more. Additional terms and conditions may apply.
714.444.4834
Nékter Juice Bar
For a limited time, get a free $20, $10, or $5 Bonus Card when you purchase a $100, $50, or $25 gift card, respectively. Bonus Cards valid within one year from date of purchase.
https://www.nekterjuicebar.com/products/gift-cards/?variant=20965233918029#prod
949.340.2700
Ruby’s Diner
Purchase a $50 gift card and receive a $10 promo card. Bonus cards are valid January 1 through February 28, 2020. Terms and conditions may apply.
714.662.7829
Seasons 52
Buy $100 in gift cards through December 31, 2019 and get a $20 bonus card to enjoy in the New Year. Bonus cards are valid January 1 through March 31, 2020. Other terms and restrictions may apply.
714.437.5252
Vaca
With every purchase of at least $100 in gift cards you will receive an additional 25% added-on to the card purchased or on to a separate card, your choice, and it can be used in the dining room or bar and does not expire. The gift card promotion runs through December 31, 2019.
714.463.6060
Wahoo’s Fish Taco
Purchase $30 in gift cards and receive an additional $10 in gift coupons at Wahoo’s.
714.549.0565
Claim Jumper
For every $50 in gift cards you buy during the holidays, you will receive a $10 reward card. Rewards cards are valid January 1- May 31, 2020, excluding Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day. Not valid on gift card purchases $500 or more. Additional terms and conditions may apply.
714.434.8479
Maggiano’s Little Italy
For every $100 in gift cards purchased, receive a $20 holiday bonus card. Bonus cards can be redeemed from January 1 – February 29, 2020, dine-in only. Additional terms and conditions apply.
714.546.9550
Seasonal Baked Goods and Treats
Boudin/SF
Boudin/SF has seasonal menu selections including Holiday Iced Sugar Cookies ($2.79 each or $7.29 per 3 pack); seasonal “Oh My Pot Pie Stew” and “Beef Stew I Love You”; whimsical sourdough bread pull-apart Christmas Tree dinner rolls; sweet cinnamon delight bread; new sourdough Santa; new take & bake bread and rolls. Pre-ordering is recommended.
714.689.2253
Champagne French Bakery Cafe
Champagne French Bakery Cafe has delicious chocolate ganache Bûche de Noël cakes served whole for $44.99 or as slices on a tray. Seasonal cookies are also available. Order ahead.
714.429.1502, South Coast Plaza
714.427.0808, Garden Terrace
Godiva Chocolatier
Give your loved ones the gift of chocolate with Godiva’s seasonal limited-edition treats. Holiday gifts include new Bundt cake chocolates in white chocolate cinnamon pecan, milk chocolate almond, and dark chocolate orange flavors; chocolate filled star ornaments, dark chocolate cranberry and Christmas cookie truffles, Santa shaped G-cube boxes; chocolate cherry cordials; Hanukkah gold coins; dark chocolate peppermint hot cocoa; milk chocolate peppermint bars; Hanukkah Ribbon adorned gift towers and festive Christmas holiday boxes. Prices vary per selection.
714.556.9055
Harry & David
Choose from a wide array of beautiful gift towers and baskets filled with delectable meats, cheeses, grill sauces and rubs, bakery treats, fresh fruit, indulgent sweets and assorted seasonal goodies including holiday truffles, raspberry-filled tree-cutout shortbread cookies, Moose Munch holiday popcorn, holiday chocolate-covered grahams, peppermint bark, mini mints, salted caramels, nutcracker nut towers and more. Custom-made baskets are also available. Items priced per selection.
714.966.2589
Ruby’s Diner
Satisfy your sweet craving with Ruby’s shake of the month: the peppermint Oreo shake. Ruby’s famous vanilla soft serve is blended with chunks of Oreo cookie and peppermint, topped with whipped cream, crushed peppermint candy, and a cherry. Available through January 5, 2020.
714.662.7829
Sugarfina
Seasonal treats include peppermint bark white chocolate popcorn; Santa’s Cookies – dipped in white chocolate, then sprinkled with superfine sugar for a sweet touch of holiday magic; Snowman Gummies – strawberry-flavored in festive red and white hues; Reindeer Treats – crunchy milk chocolates with popping candy; English Toffee Caramels; Candy Cane Caramels – dipped in dark & white chocolate; Gingerbread Cookie Bites – white chocolate infused with cinnamon & spice; Fuji Apple Caramels; Champagne Bears and FAO Schwarz Merry Berries. The goodies come pre-packaged in individual cubes with the option to create your own mixed flavor “Happy Holiday” or “Happy Hanukkah” bento box. Prices vary per selection.
714.472.9529
See’s Candies
Pick up some of your favorite See’s holiday goodies and stocking stuffers. Limited-time treats include Victoria Toffee; New Extra Fancy Mixed Salted Nuts; White Mint Truffles, keepsake Santa Ornament two individually wrapped Scotchmallow® Trees; Christmas Lollypops; Peanut Butter Treats decorated with a candy Santa Claus; Dark Chocolate Butter Treats decorated with a Christmas tree candy; New Dark Chocolate Santa’s; Mint Cream and Cinnamon Lollypops; Peppermint Candy Canes; Sugar Free Christmas Milk Bars; Milk & Dark Chocolate Balls; Strawberry Medallions made with real strawberry; Red Licorice Medallions; Egg Nog Truffles; Sour Stars; chocolate coated fluffy honey marshmallow Marshmints and more. Festive boxes with beautiful holiday ribbons are also available for pick up or customization.
See’s Candies, Carousel Court 714.850.1529
See’s Candies, Macy’s Home Store Wing 714.557.5948
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Metro Events
Upcoming Shows at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Free Event on the Argyros Plaza for December
- Friday, December 19 at 5:45 pm
- Saturday, December 21 at 5:45 pm
- Sunday, December 22 at 4:00 pm
- Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 1:00 pm
Restaurant News
Best Thing I Ate: Critic Brad A. Johnson’s 20 Best Dishes of 2019
SOCO Speakeasy: The Guild Club
Sneak a peek inside the SOCO speakeasy-style Guild Club, where proprietors Noah and Marín Von Blöm offer made-from-scratch cocktails and serve them up with tasty gourmet bites.
From I Heart Costa Mesa
Join Silver Trumpet for a Special Holiday Dining Experience
Next Food Truck Wednesday:
- January 8, 2020 : Adobo Express Truck & Fiesta Gourmet
- January 15, 2020 : Salt N Pepper Truck & Burning Buns
Retail News
Holidays at South Coast Plaza
Keep up-to-date with South Coast Plaza’s holiday hours, seasonal boutiques, when and where to get your Santa photos and other fun activities around the center.
The Ultimate Guide to South Coast Metro
South Coast Metro Preferred
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