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5 Great Restaurants Offering Birthday Freebies In OC

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Celebrating a birthday is something everyone likes to do. That being said, birthdays can be made even more special if the celebrant can enjoy something free for his or her birthday. You can't get a lot for free in southern California, but these places offer free items that will make the occasion even more memorable for whoever is celebrating another year.

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Chapter One: The Modern Local
227 N Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 352-2225
www.chapteronetml.com

There are a lot of good reasons to go to Chapter One, including for their great food, great cocktails and a happy hour that keeps you returning. Your birthday is also a good reason or occasion to visit this place. Ever since it opened, it has been known for great desserts. For your birthday, the pastry chef will create a cookie that is basically a smaller version of lava cake. These cookies go great with a cup of coffee or a cocktail made with one of the great selections of whiskey you'll find here.

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Hibachi Steakhouse
108 S Fairmont Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92808
(714) 998-4110

Some places might offer an appetizer or a dessert for your birthday. Hibachi offers a free chicken dinner throughout your entire birthday month, but only after you show proof that it is your birthday month. One condition is attached, however. You need to bring at least three friends with you to score the free chicken dinner. Still, that's a pretty worthwhile effort - especially considering the quality of food you'll get at this hibachi spot in Anaheim.

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The Ranch
1025 E Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 817-4200
www.theranch.com

Anaheim's The Ranch is an amazing steakhouse where you can get their famously delicious Cowboy Ribeye. This cut of meat that is 36 to 40 ounces is a lot of beef, and quality beef at that. You can also do some country dancing here. In addition to fine food and dancing, The Ranch offers a free dessert of your choice on your birthday. One of the options - and it's a great one - is vanilla bean creme brûlée, which is the perfect ending to a great meal.

Related: Best Steakhouses In Orange County

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AnQi Bistro
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5679
houseofan.com

You may not think about fine dining and great atmosphere at a shopping center. That, however, is exactly what you'll find at AnQi Bistro that is a fusion of Asian and Indian. Tapas are also a part of the menu here. No matter what you choose, you're sure to find something you love. If you come here on your birthday, dessert is on the house. One dessert you'll want to try (repeatedly) is the banana fritter served with vanilla bean ice cream.

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Wildfish Seafood Grille
1370 Bison Ave.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 720-9925
www.wildfishseafoodgrille.com

There might be nothing better than eating at this seafood restaurant in Newport Beach. In fact, it seems like a natural thing to do, being so close to the water. While the seafood is reason enough to eat here, you'll also find another good reason to eat here when it's your birthday. If you mention the birthday when you make reservations (either online or by phone), a birthday card will be waiting on the table when you arrive. In addition, the person celebrating the birthday will be treated to a fine dessert.

Related: Best Seafood Restaurants In Orange County

Gary Schwind is a freelance writer covering all things Orange County. His work can be found on Examiner.com.
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