Orange County Restaurant Week features 100 restaurants throughout Orange County. The restaurants range from upscale to casual and feature special multi-course menus in three price categories for lunch ($10, $15 and $20) and dinner ($20, $30 and $40).
Not sure where to begin on list of 100? Here are 10 suggestions.
1. Memphis at the Santora, Santa Ana. Comfort food with a Southern accent and contemporary flair. Down Home Gumbo is something to try. Some menu items have a kick. 201 N. Broadway. 714-564-1064.
2. Lulu’s Creperie, Laguna Hills. The place to go for crepes. No surprise. But, the restaurant is well-rounded if crepes aren’t what you are craving. However, think French. 24781 Alicia Pkway East. 949-855-2222.
3. Cedar Creek , Brea and San Juan Capistrano. Consistent quality and wide-range of entrées. It’s family friendly, warm and inviting. 26860 Ortega Hwy., SJC, 949-240-2229 and 20 Pointe Dr., Brea, 714-255-5600.
4. Royal Hawaiian, Laguna Beach. It’s a little bit of history. For nearly 55 years, the restaurant has drawn locals and visitors. Spareribs and drinks with umbrellas. 331 North Pacific Coast Hwy. 949-494-8001.
5. SOL Cocina, Newport Beach. A Mexican restaurant with a Baja twist. Look for creative menu items from tacos to margaritas and more. 251 Pacific Coast Highway. 949-675-9800.
6. LUCCA, Irvine. Mediterrean/European flair permeates the bistro. Many fresh and organic items are on the menu. 6507 Quail Hill Prkway. 949-725-1773.
7. Maggiano’s Little Italy, Costa Mesa. Nothing says family like a big Italian meal. The menu has something for everyone. The restaurant is conveniently located by the South Coast Plaza. After a lunch or dinner, you can walk off the meal shopping. 3333 Bristol St. 714-546-9550.
8. Savannah Chop House, Laguna Niguel. Up-scale, warm and inviting. Menu items range includes seafood, chops, and steaks. There’s a definite Southern emphasis. 32441 Golden Lantern. 949-493-7107.
9. Simply Fondue, Mission Viejo and San Juan Capistrano. Now here’s a fun dining experience. Great for dates or the family. Dip into cheese, hot oil or chocolate to make the meal sizzle. 31761 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949-240-0300 and 28719 Los Alisos Blvd., Mission Viejo, 949-707-5200.
10. Sundried Tomato Café, San Clemente, Laguna Beach and San Juan Capistrano. The variety of the menu alone is a draw. From its namesake Sundried Tomato Café soup to its salads, sandwiches and main courses. Enjoyable atmosphere for dates or for families. 821 Via Suerte, San Clemente, 949-388-5757, 31781 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949-661-1167, 381 Forest Ave., Ste. 103, Laguna Beach, 949-494-3312
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