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February 2011 Archive

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RESTAURANT NEWS


Openings

Freebirds World Burrito is opening a location in Orange on February 28. On offer will be customizable burritos, nachos, tacos and salads featuring ingredients like grass-fed beef, hormone-free chicken, pork carnitas and house made salsas. Freebirds World Burrito, 1632 Katella Ave., Orange, CA 92867, 714-628-0651.
 

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News Bytes

The dining room of Wildfish Seafood Grille Wildfish Seafood Grille Introduces "Wild Plates"
Newport Beach's Wildfish Seafood Grille has rolled out an array of small plate items dubbed "wild plates," highlighting smaller portioned sections of the restaurant's signature dishes, as well as some new items. Featured wild plate selections include jumbo scallops with roasted sweet corn and cilantro creme fraiche, Maine lobster tacos served in house made tortillas with grilled sweet corn pico, and applewood bacon wrapped giant shrimp with goat cheese, Serrano chile, crisp onions, and remoulade. Prices range from $14-$18. Wildfish Seafood Grille, The Bluffs, 1370 Bison Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92660, 949-720-9925.
 
Haven Gastropub Branches Out North
Old Towne Orange favorite Haven Gastropub is branching out to Old Pasadena. This location offers artisanal beers on tap to pair with eclectic menu items including the likes of ceviche, cassoulet, shepherd's pie, lamb burger, short rib sliders, and chicken and waffles, finished with oddities such as beer floats and bacon ice cream. Haven Gastropub, Old Towne Orange, 190 S. Glassell St., Orange, CA 92866, 714-221-0680.
 
The Return of Roma d'Italia
Roma d'Italia in Tustin has re-opened after renovations. The menu of pastas and pizzas remains the same. Roma d'Italia, 611 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780, 714-544-0273.
 


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