Restaurants & Bars
July 4th Restaurant Dining Deals & To-Go Specials 2021: LA
Eateries across Greater Los Angeles are rolling out star-spangled steals & tempting takeout and dine-in offers for Independence Day.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA — It's time to bring back the sparkle!
This 4th of July 2021 weekend packs an extra punch of red, white & blue this year as COVID-restrictions lift and fireworks and festivities return throughout the Greater L.A. region.
Restaurants and bakeries statewide are offering Independence-themed, menu specials to add a pop to your plans. We've compiled a list of some top offers, for takeout and on-site dining.
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Scroll through to find deals near you, and if you know of other local eateries' note-worthy plans, share with fellow readers in the comments section.
And, from all of us at Patch, have a safe and festive Fourth of July!
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ALL AMERICAN BBQ: A Friday & Saturday, July 2-3 fest with live music & BBQ menu. Friday & Saturday is jazz & blues with Milton Coleman. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Dine outside on shaded seating next to waterfall & fire pit. In Northridge at 18697 Devonshire St., Los Angeles. Info here.
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APPLEBEE'S: Kick off Fourth of July celebrations with new, limited-time $5 Star-Spangled Sips. "Blue Bahama Mama" stars Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Malibu Coconut, blue curacao & blend of passion fruit, pineapple, cherry, lime & garnished with gummy rings. Or go for sweeter "Boom Berry Daiquiri," a burst of strawberry, lime & Captain Morgan daiquiri. Go here for info. Location finder here.
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BASKIN ROBBINS: Put fun spin on summer with July flavor of month — "Beach Day" — featuring blue sea salt vanilla-flavored ice cream, crunchy graham cracker “sand” and milk chocolate-flavored caramel-filled candy sea turtles and colorful frosting flecks – the perfect complement to any Creature Creations® character. Details here. Find shops here.
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BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE: Celebrate at home with "Fourth of July Party Platters" that feed up to 10, offered for delivery or pick-up July 2-4. Select from: "Party Platter 1 – Steak" ($269.99) with two starters, salad, sirloin steaks, potatoes, broccoli & two dozen chocolate chip cookies; or "Party Platter 2 – BBQ" ($299.99) with two starters, salad, BBQ baby back ribs, fire-grilled chicken, potatoes, broccoli, mac & cheese & two dozen chocolate chip cookies. See here for order details. Location finder here.
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BOA STEAKHOUSE: Celebrate on the homefront with such takeout as "BBQ Wagyu Burger Basket" ($58 for eight with uncooked, ground Wagyu meat, buns & fixings), "DIY Dinner for Two" ($73-$85 with salad, two uncooked entrees, two sides & BOA's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies, plus prep instructions), "The Italian" ($65, serves two with spaghetti & kobe meatballs, Caesar salad, rolls & cookies) or "The Brooklyn" dinner for two ($180 with Porterhouse, wedge salad, Brussels sprouts with bacon, mac & cheese and cookies). Ordering links here. Locations: 9200 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood; and 101 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica.
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BOA BURGER +: Available only via Postmates, Doordash and Uber Eats in Mid City, West Hollywood and Santa Monica are burgers, sandwiches, salads or Burger Pack with four burgers paired with skinny fries or onion brick for $65. Ordering info here.
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CHRONIC TACOS: Limited-special "Street Corn" is back for the Fourth! From Chronic Tacos’ fourth-generation recipes, the Mexican street corn is char-grilled & drizzled with tangy, creamy sauce and crumbled cheese. Participating eateries offering half cobs for $2.99 or full cobs for $4.99. Check your local Chronic Tacos for details. Locations throughout Inland Empire, Los Angeles and Orange counties, Clovis, Fresno and Auburn.
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CHUCK E. CHEESE: Treat the kids for the Fourth weekend! Summer Fun Passes on sale ($39.99, $69.99 & $89.99) allowing for weekly game play, food discounts, daily savings & more. Go here for Summer Fun Pass purchase link & more info. Locations throughout California.
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COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF: Mark Fourth of July weekend with a BOGO deal! Get a free Ice Blended® drink with purchase of a regular or larger size one from July 2 - 4 from 2 p.m. to close. Check here for a shop near you.
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DAPHNE'S: The Greek and Mediterranean chain is offering $2 off any adult entree on Sunday, July 4. Options includes mix-and-match plates with gyros, kabobs and shawarma. Sign up online for the Pita Points Reward Club, and the coupon will be sent to you. Restaurants throughout SoCal.
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DENNY'S: Fitting for the July Fourth holiday is "The Red, White and Blue Pancake Breakfast," available for dine-in, delivery & takeout. The special, launched mid-June, includes pancakes with blueberries, topped with strawberries, cream cheese icing and whipped cream, plus two eggs, hash browns, and either bacon or sausage. Location finder here.
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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Take advantage of smokin’ summer specials at participating locations: Dickey’s new Sweet King’s Hawaiian® Pulled Pork Sandwich with Dr Pepper® Barbecue Sauce; 80th Anniversary Meal ($8.80) with pulled pork sandwich, side & Caramel Crunch Brownie; free delivery all summer via Dickey’s Barbecue Pit app — select “Doorstep Drop Off”; "2 for $24" plates with two meats, two sides & roll; 10% off catering on orders of $100 or more with code 10OFFCATERING; AND ... "Kids Eat Free Sunday" and Fourth of July falls on a Sunday! Receive free Kid’s Meal with order of $10 or more using code KEFOLO. Find details here. Locations throughout the Golden State.
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EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD: For luxe, at-home cookout, check out Black Tie Marketplace's selection of prime steaks and seafood, prepped for grilling. Select from such à la carte options as Chilean sea bass or filet mignon, or Marketplace Boxes featuring four cuts, sauces and seasonings, including North Atlantic salmon and lobster & filet. Go here to make reservation or place order. Locations in El Segundo, Newport Beach, Palm Desert, San Diego and La Jolla.
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EL POLLO LOCO: Score free delivery on orders of $20 or more when ordered online or through mobile app. This limited-time promo will run over July 4th holiday and through July 21, and will include company's new, eco-conscious Thermo-To-Go packaging aimed to keep food hotter longer. See menu & specials here. Find California restaurants here.
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EMPLOYEES ONLY LA: On Saturday, July 3 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. enjoy special brunch with Calabama’s signature breakfast sandwiches, deep-fried pimento-cheese balls, Southern Mac Salad and Micheladas made with Estrella Jalisco and Calabama Hot Sauce on Employees Only’s sprawling, outdoor patio. Open to public, and Off The Menu members will receive a free breakfast sandwich + Estrella Jalisco Michelada. RSVPs required: RSVP HERE. Employees Only LA is at 7953 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood.
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EUREKA!: On menus is the "Bomb! Pop" American Spirit cocktail, an adult version of an old favorite — Popsicles! — featuring small-batch vodka, cherry, lime and blue raspberry flavors. Locations in Bakersfield, Berkeley, Carlsbad, Cerritos, Claremont, Concord, Cupertino, Fresno, Hawthorne, Huntington Beach, Indian Wells, Irvine, Mountain View, Redlands, Roseville, San Diego UTC & SDSU, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Woodland Hills.
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FARMER BOYS: In contest that runs through July 9: Prove you're restaurant's No. 1 fan, and you could win a $500 Farmer Boys gift card. Enter by: following @farmerboysfood; post photo/video sharing how long you’ve been a Farmer Boys fan and why you’re the ultimate fan; tag @farmerboysfood; use hashtag #farmerboysultimatefan in the post. Check out Facebook for details. And back-by-popular-demand through August are Hog Heaven Breakfast Burrito & Chicken Caesar Salad. Locales throughout Southern California.
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FLOWER BURGER: Create a Fourth fest with Spicy Chickpea Burgers, Jungle Burgers, Flower Bombs, Potato Wedges and score 25% off all orders of $100 or more one day only — July 4— for pick-up or delivery from 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Use code CELEBRATE at flowerburger.us to place order. Website here. Flower Burger Los Angeles is at 6029 1/2 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles.
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FUEGO AT THE MAYA: July 4th BBQ buffet dinner, live entertainment & fireworks viewing planned for Sunday. Info & reservation details here. Located at Hotel Maya, 700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach.
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GELSON'S MARKETS: Fire up the grill & enjoy such 4th of July Specials as: Exclusive Bone-In USDA Prime Certified Angus Beef® New York Strip Steak for special price of $24.99/pound; Fresh Pork Baby Back Ribs for $7.99/pound; Wahlburgers Certified Angus Beef® Chuck Brisket Blend or Craft Blend Burgers & Sliders for $13.99 each. Gelson’s also offering July 4 deals on varieties of ice cream, pops, yogurt bars & more. Website here for more info. Stores throughout SoCal listed here.
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JAMAICA BAY INN: Celebrate Fourth of July plans with eats & drinks at Beachside Restaurant & Bar, plus firework views on Mother’s Beach. Info here. Make reservations here. Located at 4175 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey.
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KATANA: Fourth of July takeout & delivery specials include: Sushi Family Pack (serves four/$109) with edamame, miso soup, sushi and rolls; Hot Family Pack (for four/$109) with edamame, shrimp, Japanese fried chicken, Wagyu Gyoza, garlic green beans, chicken & fried rice; Signature Pack with Sushi Family Pack ($178/serves four or more) including shishito peppers, spicy cucumber, edamame, carpaccio plate and sushi variety; and Signature Pack with Hot Family Pack ($178 for four or more) includes peppers, cucumber, edamame, carpaccio plate plus Family Hot Pack; and Allstar Specialty Roll Pack ($95 for four) with all your favorite rolls! At 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. Ordering links here.
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KRISPY KREME: To sweeten festivities is "Go Fourth and Enjoy" doughnut collection and BOGO deal. Buy any dozen and get Original Glazed® dozen free through July 4 at participating shops. Limited-edition collection features: Freedom Ring Doughnut – glazed with icing & sprinkles to resemble flag; Patriotic Sprinkled Ring Doughnut with patriotic sprinkles; Strawberry Shortcake Doughnut with Strawberry KREME™ & gold stars; Patriotic Eagle Doughnut with Cookies & KREME™ filling & patriotic eagle sugar piece. Krispy Kreme also offers 20 red, white and blue Fourth of July mini flag doughnuts in special star-spangled box. Info here. Find shops near you here.
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KURA REVOLVING SUSHI BAR: An Independence Day special runs July 1-5 (while supplies last and dine-in only) offering Dorayaki (Japanese-style pancakes) in such varieties as: Matcha Ice Cream Dorayaki (with red bean paste filling wrapped in fluffy dorayaki); Vanilla Ice Cream Dorayaki (with red bean paste in dorayaki); and Red Bean & Cream Cheese Dorayaki (red bean paste and cream cheese filling). Check website here for info. Locations throughout California.
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MARINA DEL REY HOTEL: Enjoy eat & drink specials, plus games, entertainment & fireworks. Follow link for details & ticket links. At 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey.
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MESSHALL KITCHEN: A new special, Smoked Beer Can Chicken ($51), offered July 2-4 for dine-in, takeout or delivery and serves two, includes a whole chicken, corn, baked beans, Red White & Blue Potato Salad, biscuits & Kansas City BBQ sauce. Add six-pack of Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer for $6. Info here. Located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles.
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QDOBA: Keep the holiday weekend festive & easy with new "Nacho Meal" and "Taco & Bowl" Family Meal deals, that serve five, complete with fixings. Featuring grilled adobo chicken or steak, beans & rice, signature 3-Cheese queso, pico de gallo, salsa verde or salsa roja, cheese, tortillas & large bag of chips. Follow this link for details and online ordering. Locations: Mission Valley, 1620C Camino De La Reina, San Diego; 655 S. Hope St., Los Angeles; and 6000 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City.
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QUIZNOS: Offers.com reports that from July 3 through July 5, all Quiznos Toasty Points members who purchase The Big Easy Muffuletta will receive a free sub. Follow the links for details. Location finder here.
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RANDY'S DONUTS: Returning for sixth year in a row are Randy's 4th of July Donuts: "Chocolate Cake and Chocolate Raised Donuts," covered with blue vanilla icing and patriotic sprinkles. Available at all locations at $2.85-2.95/donut, or order in advance online here. Stores in Inglewood, Downey, Pasadena, Torrance, El Segundo & Costa Mesa.
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RUBIO'S: A Fourth of July weekend deal runs Friday, July 2 through Monday, July 5, offering two entrees for $15 or four entrees for $30 for orders placed online or via the app. Use coupon code MKTG1148 at checkout for two-entree deal or four entrées' coupon code is MKTG1149. Coupons posted here. Location finder here.
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SLAB BARBEQUE: Celebrate July 4th with SLAB’s "Burt Package," that feeds four for $100, with half-chicken, brisket, rack of ribs (Tony’s or spare) or pulled pork and choice of two large sides —coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, collard greens or mac n’ cheese. Orders due July 1 for July 4 curbside pick-up at 8136 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles. Info here.
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SLATER'S 50/50: Valencia locale is marking one-year anniversary with a July 4th weekend celebration with free slice of cake for diners, plus limited-time, Fourth-themed "United Shake of Slater’s" strawberry shake, topped with whipped cream, star sprinkles, cherry & bomb pop for $14. Find details here. Located at 24201 Valencia Blvd., Valencia. Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
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SMORGASBURG LA: Massive open-air re-opens July 4th with dozens of exciting food vendors & more. Find info here. At ROW DTLA, 785 Bay St., Los Angeles.
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SOLITA TACOS: Mark the Fourth with popular, weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., also available for takeout or delivery. And don't miss the summer-y Watermelon Margarita, made with crushed watermelon, 100% blue agave tequila blanco and fresh lime. Info & reservation links here. Locations: 7631 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach; and 24201 Valencia Blvd., Valencia.
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STK STEAKHOUSE: Dinners will feature "$17.76 Red, White & Blue Steak Side Specials." And take $10 off ChowNow orders of $50 for takeout and delivery when using the code STK10. Info. STK locales in San Diego at 600 F St. and at 930 Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles.
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SUSHI ROKU: Fourth of July takeout & delivery specials include: Sushi Family Pack (serves four/$109) with edamame, miso soup, sushi & rolls; Hot Family Pack (for four/$109) with edamame, shrimp, Japanese fried chicken, Wagyu Gyoza, garlic green beans, chicken & fried rice; Signature Pack with Sushi Family Pack ($178/serves four or more) including shishito peppers, spicy cucumber, edamame, carpaccio plate & sushi; and Signature Pack with Hot Family Pack ($178 for four or more) includes peppers, cucumber, edamame, carpaccio plate plus Family Hot Pack; and Allstar Specialty Roll Pack ($95 for four) with all your favorite rolls! Follow link here for ordering info. Locations in Newport Beach, Pasadena and Santa Monica.
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SWEET ROSE CREAMERY: Swing by Brentwood Country Mart July 4th from 12 p.m. -11 p.m. or Santa Monica’s Main Street shop, 12 p.m. - 10 p.m., to check out new July flavors: Peach Crumble; Blueberry Muffin; Stone Fruit Sorbets; and Dairy-Free Strawberry Coconut. Summer vibe goes on with Campfire Sundae: salted caramel ice cream, chocolate hardshell, torched marshmallows & graham cracker crumbs. Or pre-order such picnic-friendly treats as Rainbow Sprinkles or Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Cakes, Sundae Party Packs & more. Details here. At Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., and 2726 Main St., Santa Monica.
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TALLULA'S: Located across street from Will Rogers State Beach, the SoCal-inspired Mexican restaurant will serve brunch (12 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.) & dinner (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) for Fourth weekend, Saturday & Sunday, July 3-4. If heading to beach or BBQ, pick up Cocktail & Snack Packages from To-Go Bar in Tallula’s parking lot from noon-3:30. See ordering & reservation details here. Location: 118 Entrada Drive, Santa Monica.
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THE PIE HOLE: Nothing is more patriotic-Americana than good ol' apple pie. So treat your family to "Mom’s Apple Crumble," from Pie Hole, voted “Top 12 Best Pies in America” and “24 of The Most Delicious Pies in America.” Available by slice, whole pie, as two-bite Pie Hole or as Apple Crumble Caramel Pie Pint (mixed with ice cream). Order for pick-up or delivery online at thepieholela.com or at nearby store. Shops in Hollywood, LA Arts District, Pasadena, Santa Monica Gelson’s Bakery & Orange.
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YOGURTLAND: Score $4 off online orders of $15 or more on Fourth with promo code JULY4 at checkout at yogurt-land.com/order or mobile app. Offer is for food or beverage purchases only at participating locales and not valid for gift cards or third-party delivery orders. Find shops here.
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