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Get free falafels at Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh on Monday, May 22

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Editor Posted in Deals, Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

It’s Time to ‘Free the Falafel!’ At Garbanzo

Celebrate the Old World dish with month-long falafel specials, starting May 22

IRVINE, CA (May 19, 2017) – Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh is hosting an epic, month-long celebration in honor of International Falafel Day.

The leading Mediterranean cuisine brand renowned for its focus on delicious and nutritious meals – fresh-baked pitas, falafels and hand-marinated shawarmas – is featuring a different, uniquely delicious falafel each week for three weeks. Continue reading→

Leading raw juice and smoothie chain launches three new smoothies for kids

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Editor Posted in Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants, Youth Leave a comment

Juice It Up! is Back to School Ready with Healthy Snack Combos for Kids

Leading Raw Juice and Smoothie Chain Launches Tasty Treats Featuring Three New Smoothies

IRVINE, California (August 22, 2016) – Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading raw juice bar and hand-crafted smoothie chains, is excited to introduce Tasty Treat Combos featuring three new, kid-friendly smoothies paired with a bag of chips or pretzel bites, along with a glow in the dark wrist band. Designed with kids in mind, the three new smoothies, served in 12 oz. portions, are both dairy and gluten free.

Ideal for an after-school snack or a boost before any sports practice, all three new Tasty Treat smoothies fulfill nearly two servings of fruits, while the Green Monster Smoothie also features a full serving of veggies. The refreshing new smoothie options are dairy, gluten, fat and cholesterol free, and are an excellent source of Vitamin C and fiber. Continue reading→

Free meals for the first 50 guests at Irvine’s new Muscle Maker Grill on 6/30

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Editor Posted in Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

MUSCLE MAKER GRILL OFFICIALLY OPENS ORANGE COUNTY LOCATIONS; TO GIVE FREE MEALS FOR ONE YEAR TO ITS FIRST 50 GUESTS

Health-Focused Fast-Casual Brand to Open in Santa Ana on Tuesday, June 28 and Irvine on Thursday, June 30

Houston, TX (June 21, 2016) – Muscle Maker Grill®, the rapidly expanding fast-casual restaurant brand, promoting a healthy lifestyle by offering nutritious alternatives to traditional dishes, today announced it will officially open its first two corporately-owned and operated west coast locations in Santa Ana on Tuesday, June 28 and Irvine on Thursday, June 30. To celebrate the occasion, the health-conscious brand famous for serving lean, protein-based dishes including fresh greens, healthy wraps, fit bowls, skinny flatbreads, fruit smoothies, protein shakes and more, will give away FREE meals for one year to the first 50 guests in line on opening day.

Located in the City Place Shopping Center at 2775 North Main Street in Santa Ana, and in Jamboree Promenade Shopping Center at 2646 DuPont Drive in Irvine, the first 50 guests at each location can enjoy one free meal per week from its delicious health-focused menu. Some of Muscle Maker Grill’s most popular entrees include its Arizona – all-natural grilled chicken breast and turkey bacon over brown rice with tomatoes and scallions served with its zero-carb signature sauce (also available as a wrap); The Godfather – all-natural grilled chicken breast, portabella mushrooms, roasted red peppers, reduced-fat mozzarella with gluten and fat-free balsamic vinaigrette and El Mexicana – fajita grilled chicken breast, sizzling onions and peppers, reduced-fat cheddar cheese and salsa over brown rice and beans with tomatoes and scallions. (Free meals redeemable for wraps, fresh greens, fit bowls, skinny flatbreads and Pick Two Combos at Muscle Maker Grill locations in Santa Ana and Irvine only. Valid for one year with loyalty card present, dine-in or to-go only. Offer does not include additions or substitutions). Continue reading→

Pizza 90’s first anniversary celebration set for 4/16 in Irvine

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Editor Posted in Events, Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

Press Release

Contact: Fredella Surjono, 949-390-9641

Celebrating Pizza 90’s One year Anniversary in Irvine!

Irvine, Calif., (April 2016) – One year ago, a new pizza joint called Pizza 90 opened at Alton Square (corner of Jeffrey and Alton). On Saturday, April 16th of this year, Pizza 90 invites you to celebrate their one year anniversary! The celebration will be taking place at Pizza 90 Irvine location, 5365 Alton Parkway Ste. 1. Continue reading→

Meatball Mania is back at Philly’s Best through March

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Editor Posted in Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

Philly’s Best, SoCal’s destination for authentic Philly Cheesesteaks and Hoagies, is rolling into 2016 with Meatball Mania! Back by popular demand, fans can now enjoy authentic Philly Meatball Sandwiches at all Philly’s Best locations through March.

Philly’s Best has an Irvine location at 4250 Barranca Parkway. Continue reading→

Free smoothie at Juice it Up! in Irvine on August 4

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Editor Posted in Events, Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

JUICE IT UP! CELEBRATES 20 YEARS WITH FREE SMOOTHIES ON AUGUST 4

Company Commemorates Milestone with Guest Freebies at All Locations

IRVINE, California – Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading raw juice bar and hand-crafted smoothie franchises, is celebrating 20 refreshing years by offering guests a free smoothie at the chain’s more than 80 units nationwide. On Tuesday, August 4, between 9 and 11 a.m., head to Juice It Up! to receive a complimentary small Strawberry Wave™ or the new California Cooler™ smoothie, with no purchase necessary.

The Strawberry Wave is a refreshing blend of Strawberry juice, non-fat yogurt, banana, and strawberries
The California Cooler is an invigorating blend of fresh cucumber, pineapple juice, lemonade, lime sherbet and pineapple

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Irvine’s new Mendocino Farms aims to make you happy with their amazing sandwiches

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Editor Posted in Food, Irvine, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

I was invited to a soft opening at Irvine’s hottest new gourmet sandwich shop, Mendocino Farms, today. They are located in the University Center at 4175 Campus Drive, in Irvine. Navigating the busy parking lot at the University Center was a pain but we finally found a spot – and the hassle proved to be worth it.

Their motto is “eat happy” and we were even happier on this occasion as the food was free today. The servers and cooks were going through their final training. When we checked in we first had to choose what to eat, from a giant menu board. They have a lot of choices. You can check out their menu here. The menu includes sandwiches, salads and soups. Continue reading→

Orange County 2014 Veterans Day deals

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Editor Posted in Deals, Irvine, Military, News, Orange County, Restaurants, Veterans Leave a comment

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces are very much appreciated by Orange County businesses and with Veterans Day coming up on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, there are a number of great deals and special offers coming up for the men and women who served our country:

Applebee’s is offering a free meal to active and retired members of the US Military on Veterans Day. Click here for details. They have locations in the OC in La Habra, Fountain Valley, and Santa Ana. Click here for location details.
Black Angus Steakhouse is offering a free appetizer to active and retired members of the US Military, on Veterans Day. Click here to find a location. They have locations in Orange County in Buena Park, Fountain Valley and Santa Ana.
California Pizza Kitchen is offering a free entrée on Veterans Day for current and retired members of the US Military. They have locations in the OC in Anaheim, Brea, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Seal Beach and Tustin. Click here for location details.
El Torito is offering a 20% Military discount for all veterans and military personnel that show valid ID. They have OC locations in Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress, Fullerton, Irvine, Orange, Placentia, Tustin and Westminster.
Knott’s Berry Farm is offering free admission to active and retired members of the U.S. Military from November 2, 2014 through January 4, 2015. Up to six additional tickets may be purchased at Knott’s Ticket Booths for only $24 each from November 2 -21 and for $29 each November 22 through January 4, 2015. Military personnel may also purchase additional tickets at a participating local Military ticket office. U.S. veterans, retired and active military personnel must present military ID or proof of U.S. military service at Knott’s ticket booths to receive the complimentary tribute tickets. Veteran, retired and active military personnel must be present.

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Two alarm fire at McCormick and Schmick’s in Irvine causes $700k in damage

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Editor Posted in Fires, Irvine, News, OCFA, Restaurants Leave a comment

The McCormick & Schmick’s Restaurant located in Irvine at the 2000 Block of Main Street suffered a fire in their vents yesterday at about 2 pm, that resulted in damage figure: $400k to structure & $300k to contents, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.

Fifty five firefighters showed up to battle the blaze. Continue reading→

Del Frisco’s Grille is now open at the Irvine Spectrum!

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Editor Posted in Business, Irvine, Irvine Spectrum, News, Restaurants Leave a comment

Del Frisco’s Grille is NOW OPEN at Irvine Spectrum Center! Del Frisco’s Grille dishes up creative twists on American comfort classics.

Modern, inviting, stylish and fun, the Grille brings the classic American bar and grill to new heights, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and local market-fresh ingredients. The energetic bar creates a buzz throughout the restaurant and sets the stage for an exciting dining experience and an amazing night out. The patio provides the perfect perch to catch a glimpse of the action and offers some of the best al fresco dining in Irvine. It’ll be your place to eat with a friend and catch up on the latest or make new friends at the bar. Continue reading→