— Special events —
Join us for our Exclusive Hobbit Restaurant Private Dining Experiences
At The Hobbit, we take immense pride in collaborating with a select group of esteemed winemakers, growers, brewers, distillers, and culinary experts who bring their exceptional expertise to our exclusive private event dining experiences.
Each gathering is meticulously curated to elevate your senses and transport you to a world of culinary excellence. Our partnership with these exceptional artisans allows us to showcase the finest wines, spirits and beers crafted with utmost precision and passion.
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— Matthew McKinney
Owner of the Hobbit
Ventisquero Wine Dinner
When: Wednesday, March 18th 2026 (6pm Dinner start, Cocktail Hour 5pm)
Cost: $250 per person (includes dinner and wine)
Call for Reservations: (714) 997-1972
Featured Wines:
2022 ‘Tara’ Chardonnay (Atacama Desert, Chile)
96 Points Tim Atkin MW / 95 Points Descorchados
2021 ‘Vertice’ Carmenere/Syrah Blend (Apalta Valley, Chile)
96 Points Tim Atkin MW / 95 Points Descorchados
SIDE by SIDE
2017 ‘Enclave’ Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley, Chile)
97 Points Descorchados / 95 Points Tim Atkin MW
2018 ‘Enclave’ Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley, Chile)
96 Points Descorchados / 96 Points Tim Atkin MW
Vasse Felix Dinner w/ Winemaker Virginia Willcock
Join us for a special dining experience featuring Vasse Felix and 2026 Winemaker of the Year — Virginia Willcock — by James Halliday’s Wine Companion.
Amuse Bouche
Three seasonal 'perfect bites' to amuse the palate.
Hobbit 'Champagne'
Lobster Agnolotti
Potato & Leek Vichyssoise. Braised Kale. Tempura Crisps.
2023 Vasse Felix 'Premier' Chardonnay (95 points)
Smoked Duck Breast
Duck Confit & Stuffing Roulade. Brown Butter Chicken Jus. Balsamic.
2023 Vasse Felix 'Filius' Shiraz (scores unavailable)
Braised Lamb Shank
Creamy Polenta. Roasted Garleek. Cabernet Pickled Red Cabbage.
Side by Side: 2021 Vasse Felix 'Premier' Cabernet Sauvignon (94 points) AND 2018 Vasse Felix 'Tom Cullity' (99 points)
Chocolate Semi Freddo
Chocolate Soil. Salted Caramel. Toasted Hazelnut.
Seppeltsfield 'Para' 10 Year Grand Tawny (96 points)
Cocktail hour starts at 5PM and dinner to follow at 6PM.
$250 per person. Seating is limited so call today to reserve your spot!
Bottle Logic Beer Dinner
Join us for our annual beer dinner on Sunday, August 17th featuring Orange County’s very own Bottle Logic Brewing.
$160 per person (5pm Cocktail Hour, 6pm Dinner Start).
Amuse Bouche:
Three Seasonal Bites
Paired With: 'Logic Light'
American Light Premium Lager
First Course:
Scallop & Shrimp Ceviche
Tomato Water. Watermelon. Avocado. Rice Cracker.
Paired With: 'Explorando Salt & Lime'
Mexican Style Lager brewed with Salt & Lime
Second Course:
Jidori Chicken Ballotine
Carrot. Black Truffle. Brown Chicken Jus.
Paired WIth: 'Stellar Mass'
Hazy/New England Style IPA
Main Entree:
Braised Beef Cheek
Crispy Kennebec Potatoes. Guajillo. Rosemary. Demi Glace.
Paired With: 'Red Eye November'
Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Rye Stout
with Black Ring Coffee
Dessert:
Pineapple Upside Down Butter Cake
Coconut Lime Foam. Macadamia Nut Brittle.
Paired With: 'Fortune and Glory'
Dole-Whip Inspired Rum Barrel Aged Seltzer
with Pineapple, Vanilla, Marshmallow & Lime
Volker Eisele Wine Dinner
Join us on Thursday July 24th for an exclusive wine dinner with Alexander and Catherine Eisele of
Volker Eisele (Chiles Valley AVA, Napa Valley).
Wines for the dinner:
2024 Volker Eisele Sauvignon Blanc
2021 Volker Eisele 'Terzetto' (Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Merlot)
2016 Volker Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon
2016 Volker Eisele 'Las Flores' Single Block Cabernet Sauvignon
2021 Disznoko Tokaji '1413' (Hungary)
$250 per person (6pm Cocktail Hour, 7pm Dinner Start)