Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Experience Our Prix-Fixe Tasting Menu in Orange, CA
Since 1972, Hobbit Restaurant has delivered a distinctive culinary experience in Orange, California, redefining fine dining through its meticulously crafted prix-fixe tasting menus. Our team of seasoned chefs celebrates seasonal ingredients, transforming locally sourced produce into a six-course gastronomic journey that emphasizes flavor, texture, and presentation. With a focus on creating an immersive dining atmosphere, we offer an intimate setting featuring a renovated wine cellar and private dining rooms, accommodating both small gatherings and larger celebrations.Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized service, ensuring every guest experiences the artistry of modern French-inspired cuisine paired with curated wine selections. As a family-owned establishment, we blend decades of culinary expertise with a passion for hospitality, maintaining our reputation as a premier destination for discerning diners seeking innovation and tradition in one unforgettable meal.
Services
Prix-Fixe Dining
Private Events
Wine Pairing
Gift Certificates
Seasonal Cocktails
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer a 6-course tasting menu crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
- Our wine cellar accommodates private events for up to 20 guests.
- Chefs provide substitutions for dietary needs with advance notice.
- Dress code enhances the refined dining atmosphere and guest experience.
- Multi-decade reputation as Orange County's unique culinary destination.
Services
Prix-Fixe Dining
Our 6-course prix-fixe dining experience features modern French-inspired cuisine, rotating seasonally to highlight fresh, local ingredients. Each dish is artfully plated, offering a balance of textures and flavors, from the amuse bouche to dessert. Reservations required with advance notice for dietary accommodations.
Private Events
Host exclusive gatherings in our renovated wine cellar or private dining rooms, accommodating 5-22 guests. Custom menus and minimum spending requirements apply. Ideal for milestone celebrations, corporate dinners, or intimate weddings with personalized service and dedicated event coordination.
Wine Pairing
Curated sommelier pairings enhance each course with global selections, including Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay. The $75 per person option complements the tasting menu, featuring vintages from Napa Valley, Sonoma, and international regions for an elevated dining experience.
Gift Certificates
Purchase customizable gift certificates for any amount starting at $25, or pre-set options for dinner for two with or without wine pairing. Non-refundable and non-transferable, valid for all dining experiences including private events and seasonal tasting menus.
Seasonal Cocktails
Handcrafted cocktails using fresh ingredients and premium spirits, featuring rotating seasonal recipes. Options include the East Chapman Spritz, Greenhouse Effect, and Killer Queen, each priced at $20, served in our wine cellar or dining room before reservations.
Questions
How do I make a reservation at Hobbit Restaurant?
Reservations require advance booking via our website or phone. A confirmation call is needed, and cancellations within policy incur per-person fees.
Does Hobbit Restaurant accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, with advance notice, our chefs can modify dishes for allergies or dietary needs while maintaining the tasting menu's integrity.
What private dining options are available?
We offer four private spaces: Wine Cellar (20 guests), Large Dining Room (22 guests), Loire Lounge (8 guests), and Syrah Suite (12 guests), each with minimum spending requirements.
What is included in the prix-fixe menu?
The $150 menu includes six courses with wine pairing options at $75 per person. Tax, gratuity, and beverages are additional.
Can I purchase gift certificates for Hobbit Restaurant?
Yes, gift certificates are available in custom amounts or pre-set values for dinner for two, valid toward all dining experiences and private events.
