Restaurants & Bars
July 4th Restaurant Dining Deals & To-Go Specials 2021
Eateries across RivCo & Inland Empire are rolling out star-spangled steals & tempting takeout and dine-in offers for Independence Day.
INLAND EMPIRE, 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 Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
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.
Find out what's happening in Palm Desertfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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!
Find out what's happening in Palm Desertfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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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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BNL BBQ: Award-winning husband and wife duo are prepping Fourth of July BBQ available for pick-up July 4 in Corona. Info & ordering details 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. Location in Palm Desert.
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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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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. Location in Indian Wells, Redlands.
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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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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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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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PORTILLO’S: The hot dog & burger chain is launching summer swag, that includes new children’s book, "G is for Giardiniera" ($15), that teaches ABCs with photos of Chocolate Cake, Hot Dogs, Sport Peppers & more. Proceeds go to The Heart of Portillo’s Fund, a non-profit supporting team members facing financial hardships. Order online. Locations at 8390 La Palma Ave., Buena Park and 12840 Day St., Moreno Valley.
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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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THE GUMBO POT: A New Orleans Creole feast from Chef Richard can be ordered for pick-up in Temecula on July 3. Info & ordering details found here.
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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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