Kids Get Culinary in Orange County

Ever wish your child could appreciate the fine tastes of foie gras? Well, they might not become Tom Colicchio overnight, but this summer they can dine out like a true connoisseur. 

From June 27 to July 3, Orange County kids have the chance to participate in the first ever Kids' Restaurant Week. Making restaurant week a family occasion, foodies of all ages can enjoy some of the best restaurants in Orange County for incredible deals. While restaurant week usually features prix-fixe meals for lunch and dinner, the Kid’s Restaurant Week will also offer family-style portions and some restaurants are even throwing away the kid’s check – allowing young foodies to eat for free!

Just because it’s for the kids, doesn’t mean Restaurant Week is changing the taste level. No PB&J for these guys, some of the trendiest OC eats are offering up child-friendly menus that infuse their culinary aesthetic but don’t chase the youngsters away.

A hip raw food restaurant in Costa Mesa, 118 Degrees, is known for attracting the adventurous and health-conscious. The kid’s three-course lunch, which consists of a Sweet Berry Salad, choice of Baja Tostada or Pesto Mushroom Roll with Caramel Cheesecake bites or Chocolate Mint Ganache bites for dessert, is a creative way to get your kids to eat fruits and veggies.

For a list of the over 40 participating restaurants, check out the web site at KidsRestaurantWeek.org.

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