New Year’s Eve Dinners To-Go in Orange County

Due to the pandemic, many restaurants have closed temporarily or permanently. Fortunately, some have figured out a way to sustain operations just to pay rent and insurance. I searched and found a number of delicious options available for New Year’s Eve Dinners To-Go in Orange County. This is an excellent time to support your local restaurant. 

Anaheim

The Ranch Restaurant

The Reach features a “New Year’s Even Takeaway” ($225) meal for 2. Begin with a mixed green salad mixed with Point Reyes Blue Cheese and Candied Walnut. The main course is a 40 oz Hyplains Heritage Farms 28-day dry-aged Prime New York Delmonico for two. The sides are sharable and include Lobster Mac and Cheese and Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon. A Chocolate Pot Au Crème and a Pecan Pie complete the meal. Optional cocktails to-go are extra. 

The Ranch Restaurant, 1025 E Ball Rd #101A, Anaheim, CA 92805; 714.817.4200
theranch.com

Ruth Chris Steak House

In addition to their take-out menu. Ruth Chris is featuring a Roasted Beef Tenderloin, a starter, two sides, and personal cheesecakes. This package serves four and is $180 and has a 48 hour lead time. Additional holiday sides are also available. 

Ruth Chris Steak House, 2041 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802; 714.750.5466 -or-
Ruth Chris Steak House, 2961 Michelson Dr. Irvine, CA 92612; 949.252.8848
ruthchris.com

Orange

Orange Hill Restaurant

The Orange Hill Restaurant has prepared three different NYE Party Packs To-Go. Packages range from appetizers such as Appetizers include Cheese and Charcuterie Board, Lobster Corn Dogs, Bacon-Wrapped Pepper Jack Shrimp, Rainbow Veggie Hummus ($65) to a “Progressive Steak Flight with Broiled Lobster, 50/50 Truffle Mash, appetizers, dessert, wine and bubbly for $265. Available for pickup Dec 30 and 31 from 12 p.m. -5 p.m. Preorder 12 hours in advance.

Orange Hill Restaurant, 6410 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869; 714.997.2910
theorangehillrestaurant.com

Santa Ana

Playground 

If you want to celebrate New Year’s Eve with something special, Playground is creating a Playground 2.0 inspired Trust meal to help you kiss 2020 goodbye in style. They haven’t decided what they will make, but if love their Trust Dinners, you won’t be disappointed. The meal serves 2 and costs $250. A “Trust” Beverage package including bubbly is available for $150. Orders may be placed on Toast. 

Playground, 220 E 4th St #102, Santa Ana, CA 92701; 714.560.4444
playgrounddtsa.com

Costa Mesa

Knife Pleat

Chef Tony Esnault has assembled a delicious four-course surf and turf. The starter is a fall soup made with sunchokes, parsnips, celery, beluga lentils, and Granny Smith apple. A Romaine Salad with chunks of fresh Maine Lobster and farmers market citrus is tossed in a creme fraiche and lobster essence dressing. A Pasture-Raised Beef Wellington is the main course and for dessert, a Bûche de Noël. This package serves four and costs $460. 

Knife Pleat, 3333 S Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
knifepleat.com

Maestro’s Steakhouse

On Dec 31, Maestro’s Steakhouse will be open from 5 p.m. to midnight. Customers may order steaks, chops, seafood, and sides from their regular menu. Orders may be placed here. 

Maestro’s Steakhouse, 633 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 714.546.7405
maestrosrestaurants.com

Terrace by Mix Mix

Special NYE collaboration by Hamamori Sushi and Terrace by Mix Mix. Hamamori Sushi will offer both sashimi and sushi. Sashimi includes bluefin tuna, toro, salmon, hamachi, and kanpachi. Terrace will feature Chef’s Cheese and Charcuterie, Beef Tenderloin in a peppercorn sauce, Lobster Risotto, mushrooms, butternut squash, and Tropical Panna Cotta. They advertise that this serves 2, but it seems like much more. Price is $159. 

Terrace by Mix Mix (South Coast Plaza) 3333 Bear St #316, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
terracebymixmix.com

Water Grill

If you like a lot of choices, Water Grill is for you. Their four-course pre-fixe ($120) meal. Entrees vary from a Prime NY Strip, Double R Ranch Filet Mignon, King Crab Legs, Wild Brittany Dover Sole, or a classic surf and turf, Filet Mignon and Lobster Tail, and more. Appetizers include oysters, King Crab California Roll, Shrimp Cocktail, and Crab Cake. 

Water Grill, 3300 Bristol St. Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 949.208.7060
watergrill.com/southcoast

Irvine

Cucina Enoteca

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs, Rosemary Breadcrumb, Butternut Squash Potato Leek Gratin, Roasted Carrots, Little Gem Salad, and Chocolate Panna Cotta. Serves two – $98. Kumquat and Calabrian Chili Glazed Half Duck, Potato and Roasted Root Vegetables, Little Gem Salad, and traditional tiramisu. Serves two – $108. Orders may be placed on Toast. 

Cucina Enoteca, 532 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618
urbankitchengroup.com

Del Frisco’s Grille

Del Frisco’s Grille is offering a three-course prix-fixe with entrees such as Roasted Chicken with Roasted Carrots and Mashed Potatoes, Prime Beef Short Rib Stroganoff over Pappardelle Egg Noodles, Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus, and Cauliflower Steak Frits with Golden Raisin Agrodolce. Starters vary from finger food to Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and Iceberg Lettuce Wedge with Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing. $73 per person, order on their website. 

Del Frisco’s Grille, 772 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618; 949.341.0376
delfriscosgrille.com/irvine/

Corona Del Mar

Five Crowns

Certified Cheesemonger, Tracy Nelsen has created a five-piece cheese pairing with a bottle of JCB No 21, a crémant from Burgundy that is crisp and textured while fruity. The cheeses she selected include The Rustic Red, Holey Cow, Chimney Rock, Buchette De Brebis, and Cavatina. This sparkling brut / cheese package is only $50. 

Five Crowns, 3801 E. Coast Hwy, Corona del Mar, CA 92625; 949.760.0331
lawrysonline.com/five-crowns/

Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens

Farmhouse is featuring three different family meals for two. Roast Curry and Coconut Crusted Corvina and Caribbean Laughing Bird Shrimp ($76), Roast Duck Breast and Root Vegetables ($72), and Roast Chile Rubbed New Zealand Lamb Rack, Spaghetti Squash and Chanterelle Mushroom Macaroni and Cheeses ($82). To ring in the New Year, they also offer a Prosecco with a Holiday Spiced Passion Fruit Cordial ($50). To order, call ahead and they will bring you your order curbside. 

Farmhouse, 2301 San Joaquin Hills Rd. Corona del Mar, CA 92625
farmhouse.rogersgardens.com

Newport Beach

Billy’s at the Beach

Billy’s at the Beach is offering a celebratory prix fixe three-course for two for $100. Start with a choice of Caesar salad, Cheese Bread, or Clam Chowder. For the main course, choose from Billy’s signature Pineapple Soy Glazed Pork Chop or Skin Seared Salmon, or upgrade to a Filet Mignon (+$10) or Surf and Turf (+$25). For dessert, indulge in housemade Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Add a bottle of Veuve Clicquot (+$75) or two World Famous Mai Tais ($25) for a New Year’s toast. Call (949) 722-1100 to preorder for New Year’s Eve pickup.

Billy’s at the Beach, 2751 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663; 949.722.1100
billysatthebeach.net

Fleming’s Newport Beach

Select from their Carry Out Menu or experience their Filet Wellington Holiday Family Menu that serves four to six for $300. Includes a family-style salad, Mashed Potatoes, Crispy Brussels, Sprouts, and Bacon. Orders must be placed 24 hours in advance. 

Fleming’s 455 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660; 949.720.9633
flemingssteakhouse.com

Tommy Bahama 

Tommy Bahama has a Surf and Turf Holiday special for 4 ($189). This mail kit includes four 6 oz filet mignon, four 7 oz Maine Lobster Tails, Caesar Salad, Cauliflower Potato Mash, Roasted Asparagus, and Spaghetti Squash. A large slice of Pina Colada Cake and Key Lime Pie are the deserts to be shared. 

Tommy Bahama, 854 Avocado Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660; 949.760.8686
tommybahama.com

Lake Forest

Urban Grill and Wine Bar

Grilled Pork Chops with Candied Ginger Apples, Mixed Green Salad, and Mini Crème Brûlées, (serves 2 for $70). NYE Packages that serve five include Baked Chicken Parmesan, Sauteed Vegetables and Garlic Bread ($60), Baked Penne Bolognese, Mixed Green Salad and Garlic Bread ($60), and a Chicken Vegetable Penne Pasta, Mixed Green Salad and Garlic Bread ($60). Most meals include reheating instructions. 

Urban Grill and Wine Bar, 27412 Portola Pkwy Suite D, Lake Forest, CA 92610; 949.340.2055
urbangrillandwinebar.com

While many restaurants are currently not open, hopefully you can find something in this New Year’s Eve Dinners To-Go in Orange County list.