Restaurants Open Christmas Day Near Mission Viejo
MISSION VIEJO, CA — After a day of fun and family, the last thing mom and dad want to do is cook dinner on Christmas Day. Here are some restaurants we found where you can go out for a fun, relaxing evening or even fine dining to show off all that Santa brought you this year. Plan ahead by making a reservation or filling your loved one's stocking with a gift card to one of your favorite places to dine across the county.
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse - If you want to enjoy one of Orange County's newest and most delightful restaurants, plan ahead for Christmas Eve at Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse. This Irvine location will thrill while the food delights. Davio’s Feast of the Seven Fishes dinner pre-fixe menu for $75 per person or dine a la carte. Reservations limited.
Ruth's Chris Steak House - You may want to book ahead for a table at this popular Orange County steak house. Rated exceptional on Open Table, these restaurants are open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Anaheim and Irvine.
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Considered awesome on Open Table at both the Irvine and Anaheim locations, they are filling up fast for reservations. Be sure and visit for seafood, steak and raw bar specialties.
Fireside Tavern - Many seatings are still available through Open Table for this contemporary American restaurant in Costa Mesa. Come for the Christmas Special three course meal, with choice of French Onion Soup or Winter Salad, entree choice of Vegetable Wellington, Top Sirloin or Pan Seared Chicken and top it off with S'mores Lava Cake all for $46 per person. Open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Orange Hill Restaurant- A Christmas Day Champagne Buffet is a favorite for locals, with bottomless mimosas, holiday ham, crab legs and amazing desserts. Check for availability in Newport Beach.
The LOT Fashion Island - Dinner and a movie? Sounds like a great idea. Visit THE LOT for Christmas Eve and see features like Aquaman, Mary Poppins Returns or Bumblebee. Be sure and reserve tables for Christmas Eve Dinner or Christmas Day! Also, an excellent choice for New Year's Eve.
Splashes at Surf and Sand Resort - Delightful dining in Laguna Beach is open for a pre-fixe holiday menu that will delight. Excellent view for fine dining in Orange County.
The Loft At Montage Laguna Beach - Christmas at the Loft offers a four-course holiday tasting menu, along with appetizer, entree, cheese course and dessert. Seatings from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., and an a la carte menu available.
AVEO Table + Bar - Located in Dana Point at Monarch Beach, this is a must place to make your reservation this holiday. Christmas brunch Buffet is offered, as is a Festive 5 Course pre-fixe menu.
Bourbon Steak Orange County- Dana Point at Monarch Beach, listed as exceptional on Open Table, offers the Christmas Dinner you were hoping for. Guaranteed to make a positive impression, with five course pre-fixe menu in a spectacular setting to dress up for a night out.
O'Neill's Bar & Grill - This Open Table exceptional restaurant near Mission Viejo or Rancho Santa Margarita offers delicious Christmas Day Brunch Buffet and will surely sell out. Be sure to make your reservation as soon as possible for the Christmas Eve pre-fixe dinner at 5:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. morning brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Romano's Macaroni Grill - Located in Anaheim Hills, Aliso Viejo, Tustin and Seal Beach, Romano's wants to be part of your Christmas and New Year's tradition. Enjoy dinner Christmas Eve, or a $25 per person three-course menu of classic Italian Fare on Christmas day.
Pacific Hideaway - Near Seal Beach, Huntington Beach or Fountain Valley the Pacific Hideaway wants to have you over for the holiday! Enjoy a Christmas Plate, full menu and miracle Pop Up Bar.
Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - This Irvine restaurant is an Orange County staple, offering award-winning Latin food. Open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.
Photo, courtesy Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse; Shutterstock Photos
