Enjoy a Rare Holiday Treat at Morton's The Steakhouse

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Enjoy a Rare Holiday Treat at Morton's The Steakhouse
Morton's Opens for Lunch on Select Days in December
Plus, Great Gift-Giving Ideas for Family and Friends

(NEW ORLEANS) - December 9, 2011 - Morton's The Steakhouse in New Orleans is serving something rare this holiday season in addition to their Prime steaks; the restaurant will open for lunch on eight select days in December.

Whether you're working, shopping or simply celebrating the season with family, friends or colleagues, Morton's will add a dash of holiday spirit by serving a sensational à la carte holiday lunch menu, Dec. 8, 9, 14 - 16 and 20 - 22, starting 11:30 a.m.

The holiday lunch menu features Morton's renowned USDA prime steaks (and slightly smaller cuts), fresh seafood, juicy burger and chicken, bountiful salads, savory side dishes and tempting desserts, including Morton's Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake.

Guests who prefer a prix-fixe menu can enjoy Morton's "Prime Lunch Selections" for $35 per person, which includes a cup of soup or salad (Lobster Bisque, Baked Five Onion Soup, Morton's Salad or Caesar Salad) and choice of an entree (Filet Mignon, Broiled Salmon or Chicken Christopher).

"Morton's wants to make the season merrier by serving a memorable midday meal during the holidays," said Vedran Komazec, general manager of Morton's The Steakhouse in New Orleans. "This rare chance to enjoy Morton's signature cuisine, great service and warm hospitality at lunchtime comes but only once a year, so you'll want to put lunch at Morton's at the top of your wish list."

Morton's Must-Give Gifts
If you're looking for a perfect holiday gift, Morton's makes it easy to finish your shopping with the following great items:

Morton's Gift Cards - This is the perfect stocking stuffer this holiday season. Purchase $500 in Gift Cards, Receive $100 Reward Gift Card. Purchase $300 in Gift Cards, Receive $50 Reward Gift Card. Reward Gift Cards are valid January - March 31, 2012. This offer is only valid on Gift Card purchases that are placed within the same order. The gift cards can be purchased at the restaurant or online at mortons.com. Certain restrictions apply.

Morton's Seasoning Duo Kit - This tasteful gift is guaranteed to spice up your life. Priced at $14, this kit features Morton's Signature Grilling Seasoning and Morton's Cajun Seasoning. Morton's Seasoning Duo Kit can be purchased online at mortons.com.

Morton's Hole In One Golf Package - This is a must-have gift for your favorite golfer. Priced at $90, this package includes a water resistant Reebok Windshirt, a sleeve of Titleist Pro V1® golf balls, a Slazenger shoe bag and a Morton's signature divot tool. These items are all available online at mortons.com.

Morton's Classic Pewter Pig Table Lamp - This one-of-a-kind gift always triggers curiosity and conversation. The lamp, priced at $80, has graced Morton's tables since the first Morton's steakhouse restaurant opened in Chicago in 1978. Morton's Classic Pewter Pig Table Lamp can be purchased online at mortons.com.

Morton's Steak Knives - These custom-crafted knives are sold in boxed sets of six knives for $55 or sets of two for $20. Morton's steak knives can be purchased online at mortons.com.

Morton's Steak Bible - This is the book that spills Morton's grilling secrets and many of its beloved recipes for easy preparation at home. Written by Morton's co-founder Klaus Fritsch and food writer Mary Goodbody, Morton's Steak Bible is available for $30, and the latest edition Morton's The Cookbook retails for $32.50. Both are available at mortons.com.

Morton's The Steakhouse in New Orleans is located at 365 Canal Street. Dinner is served from 5:30 p.m. until 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Sundays.

About Morton's
Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. is the world's largest operator of company owned upscale steakhouses. Morton's steakhouses have remained true to its founders' original vision of combining generous portions of high quality food prepared to exacting standards with exceptional service in an enjoyable dining environment.

The Company owns and operates 77 Morton's steakhouses located in 64 cities in 26 states, and in Puerto Rico and six international locations (Toronto, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai and Mexico City), as well as Trevi, a Las Vegas Italian restaurant.

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