LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA — As the Fourth of July 2022 holiday weekend gets underway, it's time to start planning festive feasts with family and friends.

Whether you opt for a backyard BBQ, family picnic, a take-home meal spread or dinner out, Patch has you covered with multiple options from Los Angeles-area restaurants— including some offering Independence Day deals and freebies.

Peruse the list, and check out the photo slideshow at top of this post, and find what appeals to you and yours.

And have a happy, safe and festive 4th of July, from Patch!

ACAPULCO RESTAURANT & CANTINA: Celebrate 4th of July — all day! — with $3 House Margaritas (on the rocks only) & $5 Cadillac Margaritas (featuring Lunazul Reposado, triple sec and sweet & sour with a side shot of Cointreau Noir). Offer not valid for to-go, online or delivery. Participating locales in Glendale, Downey, Long Beach.

ALL AMERICAN BBQ: "Best in the Valley" ribs, tri-tip, pulled pork sandwiches, burgers & more are offered Independence Day weekend, July 1-4 - Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday & Monday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Music, too, 6 p.m. 9 p.m;. Friday & Saturday. Located at Devonshire and Reseda, next to the baseball fields. Order online for curbside pickup. Details here. At 18697 Devonshire St., Los Angeles.

APPLEBEE'S GRILL & BAR: $5 Star-Spangled Sips are on the July 4th celebration menu. All-American Mucho features Tito’s vodka & lemonade, strawberry & blue raspberry. Blue Bahama Mama is topped with a red, white& blue sugar rim with Captain Morgan, Malibu Coconut, blue curacao. Details. Find locations here.

AUNTIE ANNE'S: Sweet deal for Independence Day! Pretzel Perks members can enjoy a free original or cinnamon sugar pretzels with purchase of Dragonfruit Mango beverage from July 1-4. Redeem via Pretzel Perks app & limit one per person. Info here for Pretzel Perks. Location finder here.

BIRDIE G'S: Keep Independence Day easy with to-go grill kits & picnic-friendly takeaway. Grill kits ($189) include: corned beef tri-tip or Koji-marinated flatiron steak; steak rub & sauce; basting brush; Four Cheese Noodle Kugel. Takeaway includes Whole Pickle Chick, salad, Rose Petal Pie & cocktails. Order on Tock (three or more days in advance) for delivery or pickup July 2-4. At 2421 Michigan Ave., Santa Monica.

BLACK ANGUS: Hold off until July 5-7, and Prime Club reward members can score 30% off the steakhouse menu. For dine-in & reward members only. Redeem deal with 9-digit barcode or coupon code sent via email or text after signing up on website. Follow this link for Prime Club info. Find locales in Burbank, Lakewood, Lancaster, Northridge, Torrance, Ventura, Whittier.

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: Dine in at CPK July 1-4 & receive a buy-one-get-one-free offer for free pizza, pasta or salad that can be redeemed on future visits from July 5-12. CPK locations listed here.

CASTAWAY: July 4th festivities planned with BBQ & steak specials, including short ribs & shareable, 48-ounce tomahawk, plus "Fireworks Watch Party” package. Info & reservations. At 1250 East Harvard Road, Burbank.

CORNER BAKERY: On July 1, the cafe chain kicks off full month of "Summer Surprise Rewards" — with different, daily giveaways & deals for loyalty members. Every day will offer such promos as bakery freebies, free drinks or menu discounts. Rewards can be redeemed via app or in-store. Rewards sign-ups here. Find locations in Burbank, Carlsbad, Encino, Glendora, Hacienda Heights, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Westwood, Manhattan Beach, Northridge, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Simi Valley, Valencia, Westlake Village, Whittier, Woodland Hills.

DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Take advantage of promo deal: $10 off orders of $55+ with code: FREEDOM10 — or save 10% on July 4th catering pre-orders with code 10OFFCATERING. Party packs and meats by the pound available for takeout July 4. Plus the new King’s Hawaiian Spicy Chicken and Cheddar premium sandwich, with pit-smoked chicken breast, cheddar, jalapeños, spicy BBQ sauce on sweet King’s Hawaiian Bun, is on limited-time summer menu. Website. Find locations here.

EL TORITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Celebrate 4th of July with $3 House Margaritas (on the rocks only) & $5 Cadillac Margaritas (featuring Lunazul Reposado, triple sec and sweet & sour with a side shot of Cointreau Noir). Offer runs all day, but not valid for to-go, online or delivery. Locations in Hawthorne, Lakewood, Long Beach, Northridge, Palmdale, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Torrance, West Covina, Woodland Hills.

ESTERS WINE SHOP & BAR: Brunch will be served 4th of July, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. with Happy Hour prices on oysters and RH Coutier Brut 'Tradition' NV Champagne for $25/glass. Menu includes vegetable frittatas, soft scrambled eggs with prosciutto & roasted potatoes and Bloody Marys. Reservations. At 1314 Seventh St., Santa Monica.

FUEGO AT HOTEL MAYA: Brunch runs July 2-3 with Latin jazz & such specials as sausage flat bread, ribs with Jack Daniel’s barbeque sauce, BBQ chicken & Elotes Callejeros, roasted corn on the cob with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, spicy Cheetos & Tajin. On July 4, Independence Day BBQ buffet offered 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. with live band & viewing for Long Beach fireworks.($100 for adults/$55 for children under 12/kids under 5 free). Menu highlights: salads including potato salad, lobster macaroni salad & ceviche; BBQ grill station featuring BBQ pork ribs, chicken, sea bass, skirt steak & pulled pork; plus patriotic desserts. Reservations required. Call 562-481-3910 or book here. At 700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach.

GRACIAS MADRE: July 4th brunch hours extended to 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Among fan-favorite, menu highlights: huevos rancheros; chilaquiles; & enchiladas verdes, plus housemade paloma or mimosas on Independence Day. Website & booking info. Located at 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood.

IRV'S BURGERS: Just in time for Fourth of July weekend, the iconic WeHo roadside stand reopens July 1, serving its classic double cheeseburgers & pastrami sandwiches, plus such new dishes as Irv’s Dogs, tuna melts, chili cheese fries & milkshakes. For $4, add “Brady’s Way”cheese-sauce option to any dish & $1 from each Brady’s Way add-on will be donated to Neurological Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles . Irv's is at 7998 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood. Hours: Sundays-Thursdays: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fridays & Saturdays: 11 a.m.-midnight. Delivery via Postmates & Uber Eats. Follow here on Facebook.

JAMAICA BAY INN: Enjoy “Light it Up” BBQ & Marina del Rey fireworks July 4th. Party starts at noon with lawn games & to-go cocktails. Burgers & hot dogs 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Beachside Restaurant & Bar joins festivities with “Light it Up” BBQ menu for dine-in or take-out (feeds two for $65), with baby-back ribs, brisket, pulled pork, Ding's spicy cole slaw, watermelon & more. At 4175 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey. Info/tickets here.

JAMBA: From July 2-4, rewards members can keep cool with a $5 medium Watermelon Breeze Smoothie via Jamba app, online or in-store at participating shops. Also July 2-4, patrons can score $0 delivery fee with minimum purchase of $12 on app or website. Location finder here.

KRAPOW KITCHEN: Keep at-home, Independence Day festivities simple with Thai-influenced, to-go platters (pick-up or delivery, starting at $59), featuring oven-grilled "Coco Wings," and “Chik on a Stiks” chicken skewers. Items available for delivery, or pre-order for pick-up July 2-4 via Tock. Website. At 5660 Selmaraine Drive, Culver City.

KRISPY KREME: "I Heart America" collection with four new doughnuts (Soaring Firework Heart, Patriotic Cookies & Kreme, Stars & Stripes Heart & Star Spangled Sprinkle) in Fourth of July-themed box hits stores for limited time. Patrons wearing red, white & blue to participating shops can receive free doughnut through July 4. And from July 1-4, score free Original Glazed dozen with purchase of any dozen at regular price. Info. Location finder here.

LUCILLE'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ: Slow-smoked barbecue takeout is available, with a free gallon of Lucille's Sidewalk Lemonade or Iced Tea with purchase of $50+ from July 1-4. Check link on July 1st for promo code. Details here. Find locations including in Cerritos, Culver City, Long Beach, Rosemead, North Hollywood, Pasadena, Torrance, Valencia, West Covina, Woodland Hills.

MARCO'S PIZZA: Check out the Independence Day deal, from June 30 - July 3, featuring 20% off pizza with code STAR20. Offer is valid on menu-price pizza through app & online. See here for website. See locations in Greater LA.

MARINA DEL REY HOTEL: Celebrate at July 3rd Sunday Boat House Pool Party with special Red, White & Blue Party. DJ Mario E will perform live, along with outdoor bar & restaurant. Tickets $15 pre-sale & $25 at the door. Bottle service, daybeds & cabanas can be reserved. At 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey. Ticket links here.

PIEOLOGY PIZZERIA: Locations are offering $5 off any $30 order — in-store & online — using code 5OFF30JULY4 from July 2-4. Website here. Find shops throughout Greater L.A.

RED LOBSTER: It's the perfect time to indulge in "Seafood Summerfest" —a limited-time, line-up of special dishes & summer cocktails. Among the deals: BBQ Bacon Grilled Shrimp ($18.99), including soup or salad & starter, and the new "Summer Sangarita," a blend of sangria and margarita. Website here. Locations here.

RED ROBIN: Just in time for 4th of July, $10 Gourmet Meal Deal hits menus, with burger, bottomless steak fries & bottomless beverage. Burger options include: Gourmet Cheeseburger; Whiskey River BBQ Burger; & Banzai with teriyaki-glazed patty & grilled pineapple. Dine-in only at participating restaurants through July 31. Location finder here. Details here.

ROCK & BREWS RESTAURANT: For July 4th weekend, KISS front men Paul Stanley & Gene Simmons' eatery will serve All-American BBQ Plate for two ($27.95) with ribs, chicken, pulled pork, cole slaw, grilled corn & jalapeno cornbread. Or check out the new "Demon Chicken Sandwich" ($17.95 with fried chicken breast, hot sauce-pepper cheese spread, chipotle slaw, marinated red onions, jalapenos & chipotle ranch). Info. Find restaurants in El Segundo, Redondo Beach.

RUBIO'S: A special Independence Day weekend promo runs Friday to Monday, July 1-4, offering two entrees for $15 , plus free delivery for same timeframe. Plus new to the limited-time summer menu: Al Pastor Shrimp Bowl; Baja Caesar Salad; and Chipotle Honey Argentinian Shrimp Bowl. Check website here for coupon info & locations.

7-ELEVEN: During Independence Day week, 7Rewards members can redeem Slurpee Day coupon for one, free small Slurpee in-store July 1 through July 11. And after redeeming free drink, summer fun continues with What the Fanta for $1 in-store & via 7NOW delivery all summer long. Website here. 7Rewards details here.

SIXTY HOTEL & ELLA BEVERLY HILLS: Enjoy Sunday brunch & rooftop pool party on Sunday, July 3rd. Reservations here. July 4th includes extended pool deck hours. At 9360 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. Website here.

SKYBAR AT MONDRIAN LOS ANGELES: Pool parties with DJs are planned 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. July 2-4, with a BBQ set for Fourth of July event. Saturday is a "Summer Lodge Pool Party," Sunday is "SuperSecret Pool Party," and Monday, July 4th features DJ Eric Sharp plus a barbecue. Ages 21+ for all three. Tickets required. Follow here for info & reservation links. At 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood.

STK STEAKHOUSE: For Fourth of July weekend, add a "Red, White & Blue Lobster Topping" for the patriotic price of $17.76! Go here for details. Find site in Los Angeles.

SUGAR PALM AT VICEROY SANTA MONICA: A July 4 quintessential, poolside BBQ, with DJ, bourbon tastings, beer & all-American fare, set 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Among cook-out menu: baby back ribs; "Poolside Burger" (with vegetarian option); "Cabana Dawg"; plus fixings, potato salad & corn on the cob. Cocktails include “The Dad Bod,” with bacon, Jack Daniels, charcoal & habanero infused black ice. Reservations via OpenTable or at 310-260-7511. At 1819 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica.

TERRANEA RESORT: Six restaurants offering Independence Day weekend specials. At sea beans: "chili boat" with chili, corn chips, sour cream, plus cookies & pies available. At bashi: specials include Chinese five-spiced chicken & fries with Japanese Togarashi seasoning. Lobby Bar & Terrace: red, white & blue cocktails, entertainment & brat with pretzel bun & potato salad. At mar’sel: festive meal includes grilled Belgian endive red beets, pancetta & avocado salad, & dessert of peach/blueberry crumble & gluten-free almond strawberry fire cracker torte. catalina kitchen: Fourth of July BBQ with burgers, hot dogs, sausages, potato salad, cole slaw & more. Nelson’s: Celebrate with ocean views & such specials as pulled pork sandwiches, tator tots or fries, cole slaw or fried onion strings. Hours vary by venue. At 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes. See dining options.

THE BAMBOO CLUB: A July 3rd party will feature spirited tiki flare 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. with Reggae tunes, and Miles Tacket of Funky Sole and Breakestra taking over 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Enjoy classic Tiki drinks, shishito peppers, garlic noodles, bamboo kalua pork fries & more. At 3522 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach. Details, bookings & menu here.

THE PIE HOLE: Celebrate Independence Day at Pasadena location Sunday, July 3, starting at 10 a.m., with free slice-of-pie giveaway to first 100 guests — apple, vegan tart cherry or vegan blueberry pan pie. Plus, lucky random customers will have chance to receive free pair of general admission tickets to the Palomino Music Festival on Saturday, July 9 at Rose Bowl. Website. At 59 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena.

TGI FRIDAYS: From Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 4, patrons can score 25% off platters, party trays & family meal bundles via online or call-in takeout using code USA25 at checkout. Website here. Locales throughout Cerritos, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Northridge, Simi Valley, South Gate, West Covina.

TREJO'S TACOS: Celebrate the holiday weekend, July 1-4, with Bottomless Nachos ($18/serves up to four) from Santa Monica location. Dish features beans, cheese, jalapeños, chipotle crema & pico de gallo. Website here. At 316 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica.

WHISKEY RED'S: The Fishermen’s Village restaurant is serving up such July 4th specials as BBQ & seafood dishes, including poached lobster roll & BBQ taco combos, plus tropical cocktails & views of Independence Day fireworks. Info & reservations. At 13813 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey.

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