Messhall Kitchen
Join the mess this 4th of July and head to Messhall Kitchen for a weekend filled with American food made with local, sustainable, organic and seasonal ingredients. Try the limited-time Smoked Beer Can Chicken ($51) special which includes a Whole Chicken, Peel-n-Eat Corn, Baked Beans, Red White & Blue Potato Salad, House-Made Biscuits, and Kansas City BBQ sauce. Add a 6-pack of Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer for only $6. This special serves two and is available Friday – Sunday for dine-in, takeout, or delivery. Friday, 12 – 10:00 pm, Saturday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sunday, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm; Monday – Thursday, 12 – 9:00 pm; 4500 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027; 323.660.6377
The Milky Way
Spielberg family-owned neighborhood kosher dairy restaurant The Milky Way will be hosting their favorite Sunday brunch for all to celebrate the holiday. Indulge in refreshing Peach Bellinis or Mimosas, Brioche French Toast, Eggs Benedict Florentine, Potato Latkes, Eggs, and more! For those choosing to celebrate at home – The Milky Way has takeout options for their family favorite, classic prix-fixe or their signature seafood meals. The Milky Way’s family meals feed up to four and can be ordered for pick-up by calling the restaurant. $20+; Sunday, 10:30 am – 8:00 pm, Monday – Thursday, 12 – 8:00 pm; 9108 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; 310.859.0004
Islands
July is Watermelon month and there’s no better way to celebrate Independence Day than with a delicious Fresh Watermelon Margarita and TWO new fried chicken sandwiches from Islands. And don’t miss out on these fried chicken sandwiches this Tuesday for National Fried Chicken Day! $13.95+; Various hours and locations
Flower Burger
Flower Burger, home to the 100% plant based menu of colorful burgers made with only natural ingredients and real food is offering 25% off all Flower Burger orders of $100 or more. Parties can indulge in Flower Burger favorites like the Spicy Chickpea Burger, Jungle Burger, Flower Bombs, Potato Wedges, and more! This offer is only available on July 4th for pickup or delivery from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm. Use code CELEBRATE at flowerburger.us. Note: this restaurant has no dine-in and is available for pickup & delivery only. $9.95+; Monday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm; 6029 1/2 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034; 323.452.9228
Black Angus Steakhouse
Let Black Angus Steakhouse provide the food for your holiday gathering with their Fourth of July Party Platters. Party Platter 1 – Steak ($269.99, feeds up to 10) comes with the choice of two Steakhouse Starters platters, a garden salad, top sirloin center-cut steaks (6 oz. per person), home-style mashed potatoes, fresh broccoli , and two dozen chocolate chip cookies. Party Platter 2 – BBQ ($299.99, feeds up to 10) comes with the choice of two Steakhouse Starters platters, a garden salad, BBQ baby back ribs (four racks), fire-grilled chicken breasts, home-style mashed potatoes, fresh broccoli, mac & cheese, and two dozen chocolate chip cookies. Pre-order now for delivery or curbside pickup between Friday and Sunday, Various hours and locations
El Torito Grill
Looking to dine at home but want the perfect cocktail to accompany your 4th of July meal? El Torito Grill, the upscale sister restaurant of El Torito, just launched a 32 oz. to-go version of its crowd favorite, the Watermelon Cadillac Margarita made with Lunazul Reposado tequila, fresh watermelon purée, triple sec, housemade sweet & sour, and Cointreau Noir. $38; 555 Pointe Dr., Brea, CA 92891; 714.990.2411
Las Brisas
Experience California cuisine infused with Mexican flavors at the iconic cliffside restaurant Las Brisas. The restaurant will offer their classic Old Fashioned (made with Four Roses Bourbon, bitters, and garnished with an orange twist – $16) in honor of July 4th and American patriotism. Friday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 11:00 pm, Sunday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 10: 00 pm; 361 Cliff Dr. Laguna Beach, CA 92651; 949.497.5434
SOL Mexican Cocina
SOL Mexican Cocina’s kitchens are inspired by the best of coastal Baja California, featuring a unique spin on fresh, healthy Mexican food made from scratch. Menu favorites include: the Beet and Watermelon Salad ($13) and SOL’s Blackberry Ginger Margarita, perfect for celebrating the long weekend. Playa Vista – Friday, 11:00 am – 10:00pm, Saturday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sunday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Monday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; 12775 Millennium Dr., #160, Playa Vista, CA 90094; 424.289.0066 and Newport Beach – Friday, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Monday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; 251 Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92660; 949.675.9800
Solita Tacos
Celebrate the holiday with great food, dynamite margaritas, and Southern California’s laid-back lifestyle at Solita Tacos. The popular Weekend Brunch on Saturday and Sunday (9:00 am -2:00 pm), is serving the refreshing Watermelon Margarita, made with crushed watermelon, 100% blue agave tequila blanco, and fresh lime. $11.75+; Valencia – Friday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 9:00 am – 10:00 pm, Monday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; 24201 Valencia Blvd., Ste 3470, Valencia, CA 91355; 661.291.1399 and Huntington Beach – Friday, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 9:00 am – 10:00 pm, Monday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; 7631 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647; 714.894.2792
