Memorial Day Weekend Dining Deals 2021: California

CALIFORNIA — The unofficial, kick-off for summer — Memorial Day weekend — begins Friday, May 28, running through the official Memorial Day, falling this year on Monday, May 31.

Whether your celebrations find you homefront with family and friends, or out and about dining at your local establishments, there are meal deals worth noting.

Several restaurants are offering on-site, takeout and at-home grilling specials, while others are featuring exclusive deals to honor servicemembers and veterans. Check out Patch's annual Memorial Day Weekend Dining Guide to see offers near you.

And have a safe and memorable Memorial Day, from Patch!

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BLACK ANGUS: This weekend offer is good for all: A new "Family Meal," serving four, can be ordered for takeout or delivery. Included: choice of steak, chicken, salmon or surf & turf, with mashed potatoes or rice pilaf, broccoli and eight chocolate chip cookies. Or opt for two-person "Campfire Feast Dinner," with starter, choice of two entrées, sides and dessert. See menu options here. Find locations here.

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BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO.: On May 31, U.S. military and veterans can dine in and receive 15% off meals, for parties up to four. Valid ID required. And don't miss the Red, White & Blue Margarita! Find deal details here. In California, Bubba Gump locations are in Anaheim, Hollywood, Long Beach, Monterey, San Francisco and Santa Monica.

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CAPITAL GRILLE: An assortment of "Steak Grille Boxes" can be ordered for the upcoming holiday. Fire up the BBQ, and bring home uncooked steak cuts (hand-carved daily and dry-aged in-house for 18-24 days), plus proprietary seasoning and sides, such as Lobster Mac ‘N Cheese or Sam’s Mashed Potatoes. Order here. The Capital Grille is at 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa.

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COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF: From Saturday, May 29 through Monday, May 31, patrons can enjoy a free beverage with purchase of regular-size latte or Ice Blended drink. Offer runs from 2 p.m. to close. Or take 25% off online orders on Memorial Day using code MEMDAY. Find shops here.

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DAPHNE'S: Buy one adult entree and get one at 50% off on Monday, May 31 when ordering at the restaurant, the popular purveyor of such Greek/Mediterranean cuisine as gyros, kabobs, salads, hummus, pita, tabbouleh, falafel, Fire Feta Fries, seafood dishes & more. Find nearby locales here.

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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Special discounts on Dickey’s Packs kick off Memorial Day. Take $5 off any Dickey’s Pack with code 5OffPacks in-store or online for a limited time. Options include Picnic Pack for two, the Family Pack for four, the XL Pack for eight and the Party Pack for 12, each with meat, sides, rolls and BBQ sauce. Or get 10% off any barbecue catering order of $100 or more, placed before June 30. See details. Find locales here.

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EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD: For at-home grilling, select from the "Black Tie Marketplace," with such options as Chilean sea bass, filet mignon, salmon or lobster & filet. Order online. Restaurants in Newport Beach, Palm Desert, San Diego and La Jolla.

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EL POLLO LOCO: Military, police, firefighters, EMTs & federal law enforcement agents can receive 15% discount (maximum value of $1.50), and seniors, 60 and older, can receive a 10% discount (maximum value of $1) on orders at participating locations. Both discounts need to be requested by the customer, and servicemembers must show badge or be full uniform. Find locales here, and check to confirm participation.

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FOGO DE CHAO: On Memorial Day, active duty and veterans can dine in at Fogo for 50% off, plus up to three of their guests will receive an additional 10% off. See info here. Sites listed here: Beverly Hills; Irvine; Los Angeles; San Diego; San Jose; San Francisco.

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FUDDRUCKER'S: With purchase on an adult entree on Monday, May 31, a kids' meal is just $1.99. Find info here. Locations in Concord, Dublin & Fairfield.

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JIMMY JOHN'S: All patrons, using promo code 5OFF20, can score $5 off orders of $20 or more on Memorial Day, a deal running through June 13. Use the code before placing orders online or via the app for curbside pickup or delivery. See here for info. Location finder here.

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JOE'S CRAB SHACK: Military and vets will be honored Monday, May 31 with a 15% dining discount for parties up to four. Valid I.D. required. See the fine print on the offer here. California locales in Garden Grove, Oceanside, Redondo Beach, Sacramento and San Diego.

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LONG JOHN SILVER'S: Two coupon deals are available through May 31: $2 off any variety platter, grilled or fried; and $5 off an eight-piece family meal, that includes sides and hush puppies. See coupons here with details. Location finder here.

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MELTING POT: Military personnel, firefighters, EMTs and police, with ID, can receive 20% off a dinner bill (food only) on Sunday, May 30 for "Sunday Military Appreciation." Look for details here. Offer not valid with other promotions or coupon. Restaurants in Larkspur, Sacramento, San Diego Gaslamp and Thousand Oaks.

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McCORMICK & SCHMICK'S: U.S. military and veterans receive a 15% discount on their dine-in meals on May 31. Also offered as weekend special: "Seafood Boil Packs To-Go," with choice of lobster, shrimp or combo, Andouille sausage, corn & potatoes, along with chef tips on "how to boil at home!" Details and ordering info here. Locales in Anaheim and San Francisco.

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MOOYAH BURGERS, FRIES & SHAKES: All weekend, from Friday, May 28 through Monday, May 31, customers can buy any burger and fries, and will receive one burger free. Info here. The deal available only through the MOOYAH Rewards App. Stores in Glendora, Irvine, Monrovia, Morgan Hill, Rocklin, Sacramento, Upland and Walnut Creek.
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MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE: Three-course, "Chef's Table" kits can be ordered for at-home grilling during Memorial Day weekend. Kits include: filet mignon entree; salad choice; sides; and dessert. $55, $62 or $69 per person. Ordering info here. Or book for on-site dining with a special May 28-31, three-course steak & lobster menu. Details. Find California Morton's here.

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OLIVE GARDEN: Celebrate the weekend with holiday special — $15 bottles of wine, available To Go at select locations. Choose from Confetti Pink Moscato Blend, Roscato Rosso Dolce or Moscato Primo Amore. Info here. Find your nearby restaurant & confirm participation.

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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Active duty and veterans can take 10% off their checks all day — an offer also extended to nurses, doctors, medical staff, police, firefighters and first responders — with valid I.D. Info here. Locations throughout the Golden State listed here.

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PIEOLOGY : Use promo code MEMORIALDAY in-store and online to take $5 off $25 purchase from May 29-31. Do note, however, the offer is only good at following shops: Bressi Village Carlsbad; Carson South Bay Pavillion; Chino; Dublin; Escondido; Gateway Plaza Fremont; Long Beach; Rocky Ridge Roseville; Sacramento; Marina Square San Leandro; and Carriage Square Yuba City. Check with listed sites to double-check participation.

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RED LOBSTER: No military discounts offered this Memorial Day, however, there is a limited-time gift card deal: Through June, for every $50 spent on Red Lobster gift cards purchased in-restaurant or online, guests receive coupons for $10 off orders of $30 or more during July and August. Also on tap: the newly introduced "15 Dishes Under $20 Menu." Info here. Location finder here.

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RUBIO'S: The Rubio's x Blais Street Taco Truck, giving out free "adventure-inspired tacos from new menu by celeb chef Richard Blais, will be on the streets over Memorial Day weekend in San Diego County. Upcoming stops set for L.A., Orange County & Inland Empire. Meanwhile, all diners can order from the new taco line-up at all stores in California. Info here.

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SAJJ MEDITERRANEAN: Bring home a ready-to-enjoy buffet, featuring kabobs, pita, falafel and shawarma & more, with $25 off, plus free delivery, on online, catering orders of $100-plus. Enter code MEMORIAL to receive discount, offered Thursday, May27 through Monday, May 31. Online only; can't be redeemed in-store. Order via the SAJJ website here. Locations in San Francisco, San Ramon, San Bruno, San Mateo, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, San Jose, Los Angeles and Irvine.

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SALT & STRAW: Launching May28 is a collaboration menu with children's book publisher Scholastic Corp. "Scoops of Stories” pulls inspiration from five books to encourage summer reading. On the ice cream menu: "Goosebumps: Monster Blood is Back!" (Goosebumps by R. L. Stine) - Citrus-y, shiny green goo amid hunks of deep red strawberry bark; "Geronimo Stilton & The Frosted Frozen Feast" (Geronimo Stilton by Elisabetta Dami) - Salted caramel paired with parmesan-steeped cream, cheesecake and cracker crust for marve-mousely magnificent ice cream; "Smile: Words & Pictures" (Smile by Raina Telgemeier) - Pencil-inspired, yellow and pink, almond-infused sponge cake and stracciatella “pencil shavings"; "Amulet: Fruit of the Gadoba Tree" (Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi) - Cacao nibs with mysterious “Gadoba” fruit; and "Twins: Pear w/ Twinnamon Swirl" (Twins by Varian Johnson and Shannon Wright) - Combo of cinnamon-laced cream cheese and pear ice cream. Locations throughout the Golden State listed here.

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SEASONS 52: The "Green Box," a three-course dinner for four to six, is offered with choice of tenderloin or cedar plank-roasted salmon, plus green beans, potatoes, salad and six "Mini Indulgence" desserts. Dinners are ready to be warmed at home. Order online 24 hours in advance of pick-up. Restaurants in Costa Mesa, Sacramento and San Diego.

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TGI FRIDAY'S: From May 28 through May 31, diners can save 25% off all family meals and platters at participating sites. Details can be found here. There are 18 TGI restaurants in California. See list here, and check to confirm participation.

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VALLARTA SUPERMARKETS: Just in time for the weekend, the Latino-owned, "home of the Original Carne Asada" chain is offering grill-ready, choices from “Carniceria” or meat department, including "Carne Asada Preparada," made with Vallarta’s famous marinade, “Diesmillo” or thick-cut “Tasajo.” If it gets too hot by the grill, cool down with Agua Fresca from VIP (Vallarta Influencer and Partner) Erika Sanchez, with signature Agua de Melon y Naranja. Find stores here.

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