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Christmas in Orange County 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch

Looking for ways to celebrate Christmas in Orange county this year? This post covers Christmas Orange County 2022 including where to go for Christmas dinner in Orange County, where to get turkey to go as well as features for brunch, lunch and takeout by local restaurants and businesses.

Christmas in Orange County 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch

Christmas Eve this year is Saturday, December 24, 2022. Christmas Day is Sunday, December 25, 2022.

Christmas celebrations can take on different forms from traditional, fusion to modern. Please use this list as an inspiration for ideas on how to put together your own Christmas celebration.

Please reach out to me [email protected] or @foodgressing on social media if you are a restaurant that wants to be featured. Provide all the details of your holiday offering in your message. For faster processing, please provide a ready to copy and paste excerpt in paragraph form in a similar format to the restaurants featured below.

This list is not exhaustive and is updated as information becomes available. I try to feature as much as I can but certainly this is not all that is out there. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, contact them to see what they are offering.

Christmas in Orange County 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch, Restaurants

Tocca Ferro Italian Chophouse

Tocca Ferro Italian Chophouse (Anaheim) is offering a Christmas Eve and Day 3-course meal. Priced at $120.00 exclusive of tax and gratuity. 

Christmas in Orange County 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch

The Cellar – Fullerton CA

The Cellar – Fullerton CA is offering a Christmas Eve multi-course meal. Priced at $94.95 per person.

For the first course, we will be freaturing a choice between Escargot, Alsatian Cheese Tart or Persimmon & Burrata. For the second course, there will be a choice between, Salad Nicoise or Potato Bisque. For the third course we will be offering, Filet Mignon, Duck Breast, Halibut or Linguini. For dessert you have a choice between, Vanilla Souffle or Peppermint Brownie. 

View at Vea Newport Beach

View at Vea Newport Beach is offering a Christmas Eve menu from 3 pm – 11 pm. Priced at $95 per person (18% gratuity and tax Included).  

The first course offers guests the choice of Chicory & Persimmon, Butternut Squash Soup, or Crispy Brussel Sprouts. For the main course, select from Grilled Rib Eye, Roasted Rack of Lamb, or Halibut. Finish off the meal with festive dessert options including Eggnog Cheesecake or Dark Chocolate Creme Brulee.  

Ysidora Restaurant and Lounge (@ the Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano)

Ysidora Restaurant and Lounge (@ the Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano) is offering a Christmas Eve 4-course dinner menu. Priced at $85 per adult and $30 per child plus tax and gratuity.

Tangerine Room

Tangerine Room (Anaheim) is offering a Christmas Day buffet from 12:30 pm – 7 pm. $85 adults, $35 kids 12 and under. Enjoy live entertainment with live action carving stations, seafood display, antipasto and a sweets table.

Christmas in Orange County 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch
Christmas in Orange County 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Ruth’s Chris Steak House is open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. ‘Tis the season to celebrate at Ruth’s with sizzling steak, delectable desserts and warm hospitality. Treat yourself to your steak house favorites or indulge in the prix fixe Ruth’s Classics menu. Check your local restaurant to confirm hours and offerings.

Gathering at home? Elevate your holiday celebration with our seasonal takeout options, including signature sides and a festive family-sized feast. Available 12/5 – 12/23 from 4pm – 6pm daily. 48 hour advanced notice required for all orders.

For a limited time, receive a $40 Digital Bonus Card when you purchase $200 in gift cards available through 12/31/22 on digital or physical card purchases. All $200 must be purchased in a single transaction to qualify for the Digital Bonus Card. Digital Bonus Cards will be valid for redemption 1/1/2023 – 3/31/2023.

Maggiano’s Little Italy

Maggiano’s Little Italy is offering a 3-course Holiday Family Style Menu.

They also offer a holiday carryout bundle which feeds 4-6 people and available for pick-up Thursday, 12/15 through Saturday, 12/24. Now taking call-in pre-orders. Online pre-orders start on Friday, 12/9. Orders must be placed 24 hours prior to pick-up.

Caesar Salad | Mom’s Lasagna | Fettucine Alfredo | Chicken Piccata | Chocolate Layered Cake | Gigi’s Butter Cake | Lemon Cookies | Fresh Baked Ciabatta Bread

The Honey Baked Company

The Honey Baked Company offers a variety of holiday meals including:

  • Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Feast
  • Boneless Ham & Turkey Feast
  • Quarter Ham Meal
  • Turkey Dinner Sides
  • Boneless Ham & Turkey Duo
  • Six Sides Sampler

The 9 lb Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Feast includes a Bone-in Half Ham and Turkey Breast – both topped with our signature sweet & crunchy glaze. Meal also includes your choice of four of frozen Heat & Serve Side Dishes. Serves 12-16.

All meal offerings above are available to purchase at your nearest HoneyBaked location or visit honeybaked.com to buy online and pick up in store. 

Boston Market

Boston Market is offering Heat & Serve holiday meals that are fully cooked, complete meals so they’re ready when you are. Just pick up at restaurant, take home, heat up and serve. There are also a la carte options.

Boston Market Holiday Meals 2022

Some of the options include:

Complete Spiral-Sliced Ham for 12 Meal: (1) Whole Roasted Turkey; (1) Spinach Artichoke Dip & Crackers; (2) Mashed Potatoes; (2) Vegetable Stuffing; (1) Cranberry Walnut Relish; (2) Gravy; (1) Apple Pie; (1) Pumpkin Pie; (12) Dinner Rolls

Complete Combo Half Boneless Honey-Glazed Ham & Boneless Roasted Turkey Breast Meal: (1) Boneless Roasted Turkey Breast; (1) Half Boneless Honey-Glazed Ham; (1) Spinach Artichoke Dip & Crackers; (2) Mashed Potates; (2) Vegetable Stuffing; (1) Cranberry Walnut Relish; (2) Gravy; (12) Dinner Rolls; (1) Apple Pie; (1) Pumpkin Pie

Complete Whole Roasted Turkey for 12 People: (1) Whole Roasted Turkey; (1) Spinach Artichoke Dip & Crackers; (2) Mashed Potatoes; (2) Vegetable Stuffing; (1) Cranberry Walnut Relish; (2) Gravy; (1) Apple Pie; (1) Pumpkin Pie; (12) Dinner Rolls

They also offer holiday catering options including hot, ready-to-serve holiday individually plated meals and buffets.

Top of The V

Top of The V is offering a Christmas Eve and Day 5 course dinner. Priced at $155 per person. Christmas special items and a la carte menu are also available.

  • 1st Course : Vieira | chilled scallop, uni, seabean, buddha hand koshu
  • 2nd Course : Porrusalda | basque leek, potato soup, salt cold, jamon iberico
  • 3rd Course : Pichon asado | dry aged squb, squash croqueta, pedro ximenez
  • 4th Course : Cordero | lamb loin confit, stewed lentils, date puree
  • 5th Course : Pudin de pan | bread pudding, marcona almond, dried fruit, dulce de leche

Christmas Specials:

  • Cordero | grilled rack of lamb, roasted carrots, date puree, tximitxurri $48
  • Pudin de pan | bread pudding, marcona almond, dried fruit, dulce de leche $12

They are also offering a Basque tasting experience featuring a 7-course dinner menu throughout December, including Christmas Eve and Day. Priced at $155 per person.

Old Vine Kitchen & Bar

Old Vine Kitchen & Bar is offering a Christmas Eve 3-course meal. Priced at $75 per person.

  • First Course: Panko Crusted Eggplant, Smoked Tomato Ragu, Fresh Burrata, Pecorino Romano served with House Baked Pumpkin Roll
  • Second Course: 6oz Prime Filet, Fresh Crab Beurre Rouge, Potatoes Gratin, Roasted Broccolini
  • Third Course: Chocolate and Salted Caramel Panna Cotta
  • Childs Mac and Cheese Available for $15
  • Beverages Not Included, No Substitutions, Gratuity and Tax Not Included

Outer Reef by Celebrity Chef John Tesar

Outer Reef by Celebrity Chef John Tesar is offering a Feast of the Seven Fishes for Christmas Eve. Priced at $165 per person (does not include tax or tip).

Orange Hill Restaurant

Orange Hill Restaurant is offering a Christmas Eve and Day 4-course brunch. Priced at $89 per person, children $35, and Bottomless Mimosas $30. 

Featuring appetizers and desserts to share & plated entrees including Filet & Eggs Benedict, Chicken & Waffles, Lobster Benedict. A la carte not available during Brunch. 

Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort

Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort is offering Christmas Day dinner prix-fixe menu. Priced at $150 per person.

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