The Dose

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens in Costa Mesa

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By Greer Wylder
July 28, 2020

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a family-style pizza chain known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperoni, Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily for over 40 years, just opened in Costa Mesa. The next location will open in Huntington Beach late-summer. There’s also a Mountain Mike's Pizza in Lake Forest. The decision to plant deeper roots in Orange County was spearheaded by the dynamic leadership duo, Chris Britt and Ed St. Geme, Co-CEOs, and principal owners of Mountain Mike’s Pizza, who acquired the brand in 2017. The new Costa Mesa location features an arcade zone, two patios (one dedicated and one common…

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Summer Picnics in the Garden

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By Greer Wylder
July 27, 2020

Provenance’s patio and garden are open for limited picnic service from noon to 6 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. The kitchen closes at 5:30 p.m. with a fine-casual approach to dining. You can order at the bar, take a seat, and all food will be served in disposable containers. The full bar is open and they are offering 50% off all bottled wines, with a corkage fee to drink the bottles on the patio. They also have wines by the glass, and cocktails two go. Picnic In The Garden - Menu Sandwiches Provenance Burger - Handcut Proprietary Blend of 4 Premium…

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BELLO Debuts Brunch Italian Style

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By Greer Wylder
July 24, 2020

Brunch fans rejoice! B​ELLO by Sandro Nardone​ will debut its brunch menu on Saturday, July 25. It's available on two beautiful patios, they also offer delivery and takeout. Since opening, BELLO has become known for its blend of traditional authentic and modern Italian food. The brunch won’t be Bello’s traditional Italian fare found at dinner. Chef/Owner Sandro Nardone is combining traditional brunch fare with Italian ingredients and techniques to create something familiar but a bit different. “The Morty and Eggs is a great example. We have traditional Southern Red Eye Gravy but we combine it with grilled Mortadella, which is…

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Newport Beach Restos Offer Taco and Tequila Pairings

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By Greer Wylder
July 23, 2020

Tomorrow is National Tequila Day and what better time to try taco and tequila pairings from favorite Newport Beach restaurants. All of these drinks and eats are available for dining al fresco or to-go to enjoy at home. Wild Taco Head over to Wild Taco on Balboa Peninsula to enjoy their extensive list of tacos including classics such as carne asada and carnitas, but also lobster, red snapper, scallops and calamari. Order a pitcher of their tangy mango margarita for the table on their outdoor patio or grab one of their on-the-go margaritas for home! 407 W. 31st in Newport…

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A Restaurant Reopens With New Patio Dining Experience

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By Greer Wylder
July 22, 2020

One of Orange County’s best restaurants, the A Restaurant in Newport Beach will reopen thanks to a new, spacious tent that offers an open-air experience at the landmark location. Reservations are required and currently available. Patio dining debuts on Thursday, July 23 at 5 p.m. and continues daily from 5 to 10 p.m. Seasonal cocktails and a curated wine list accompany a menu of A Restaurant classics and contemporary specials courtesy of newly-appointed Corporate Executive Chef Alfonso Ramirez alongside Chef de Cuisine Roberto Gomez. Enjoy the romantic atmosphere of A Restaurant’s new patio or take your favorite dishes and bottles…

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