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Food & Spirits

Thanks to all who made the 2012 December Nights so memorable!

 The co-producers and co-hosts of this classic San Diego celebration would like to thank our generous sponsors. We could not have welcomed 345,000 visitors to the Park over the two-day event without the support of these wonderful organizations. We would also like to thank the entertainment groups, the Park museums and cultural organizations and the many Balboa Park and community volunteers who made this festival so special.

We’re hoping to spend the first Friday and Saturday of December (December 6 and 7, 2013) with you next year!

Take a look at what happened during Balboa Park December Nights 2012!

December Nights is known for its incredible food and drink offerings. 

2012 Food Listings 

  • California Quadrangle

    SWEA serves traditional Swedish meatballs, home baked Swedish cookies, bread, cakes, hot chocolate and the traditional Swedish Christmas drink, Glögg.

  • Civic Dance Arts

    Pasta, salad, hot and cold beverages, gingerbread cookies and candy. 

  • Community Christmas Committee

    Gingerbread and sugar cookies along with hot and cold beverages are for sale in the Gingerbread House.

  • GRO Cafe

    Delicious options for healthy appetites. Limited menu during Balboa Park December Nights includes drinks (no smoothies) and Grab & GRO items from the deli case (no made to order items).

    Full menu available during normal business hours both days (9am-5pm)

  • House of Pacific Relations International Cottages

    Enjoy foods from around the world!

     Argentina,

    sausage sandwich

     Austria,

    bratwurst-sauerkraut

     China,

    eggrolls, potstickers

     Colombia,

    empanadas, carne asada

     Czech & Slovak Republics,

    sausage, sauerkraut

     Denmark,

    Aebleskiver, hot cider

     England,

    shepard's pie, sausage

     Finland,

    salmon soup, pea soup

     France,

    french onion soup, crepes

     Germany,

    bbq sausage, potato salad

     Hungary,

    bbq sausage, sauerkraut

     India,

    samosas, chutney, curry

     Iran,

    chicken kabob, beef kabob

     Ireland,

    irish stew, pastries

     Israel,

    burekas

     Italy,

    pasta, meatball sandwich

     Lebanon,

    lamb & chicken shwarma

     Lithuania,

    hot apple cider

     Mexico,

    carne asada tacos, churros

     Norway,

    viking soup, waffles

     Palestine,

    falafil, zalabyeh

     Panama,

    tamales, empanadas

     Peru,

    grilled chicken-rice, donuts

     Philippines,

    adobo, pancit, lumpia

     Poland,

    sausage, cabbage rolls

     Puerto Rico,

    beef turnovers, pasteles

     Scotland,

    mashed potatoes-stew

     Spain,

    paella

     Sweden,

    Swedish meatballs w/gravy

     Turkey,

    gyros, spinach pasta

     Ukraine,

    borscht, kovbasa w/kapusta

     USA,

    hot dogs, chili

     HPR Queens Organization

    potato soup, wassail, pastries

    HPR International Spirits Garden: Spirited beverages from around the world. Members of HPR have libations from their country for your pleasure. There is no entry fee but individual drinks can be purchased.
    21 and up - Strictly enforced. 
    Check back for details. 

  • Japanese Friendship Garden

    Yakisoba, chicken teriyaki and hot cider. 

  • Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

    Galileo's Cafe: clam chowder and chili served in bread bowls, apple cider, coffee drinks, churros, nachos and more.

    Served outside on the patio or inside of the Science Center. 

  • San Diego Air & Space Museum

    Food served in the Pavilion of Flight - created by Flight Path Grill:
    Pizza, pretzels, popcorn, churros, nachos, hot beverages.

    21+ Beer Garden (located in the Pavilion of Flight)
    Beer (domestic & imported), wine, mixed drinks

  • San Diego Art Institute

    Fresh roasted chestnuts.

  • San Diego Chorus of the Sweet Adelines International

    Hot dogs, baked potatoes, nachos, chili, baked goods, hot chocolate and water

  • San Diego Civic Youth Ballet

    Hot chocolate, Starbucks coffee and pre-packaged food and snacks. 

  • San Diego Floral Association

    Gingerbread cookies

  • San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

    Home Plate Sports Café will be serving up a selection of great entertainment, food and beverages. In addition to their pub favorites, Home Plate will present a collection of "Team Pleasers" ™ aka Ballpark foods: Hot Dogs, Sausages, Burgers, Chili, Nachos, Popcorn, Sweets and much more.  There will also be an Espresso bar, serving Irish Coffees, Hot Toddy’s and more.

    Outside: The San Diego Madres sell chili, baked goods, coffee, hot chocolate & cider. 

  • San Diego Junior Theatre

    Chili with all the fixins', hot and cold beverages and holiday treats. 

  • San Diego Museum of Man

    Pre-packaged food items including: chips, candy, soda, and bottled water.

  • San Diego Natural History Museum

    The Dino Cafe serves a variety of food and beverages. 

  • Spanish Village Art Center

    Food Court in the back of the Village includes:
    Neiderfrank's Ice Cream
    The Cravory: cookies
    Sweiners: Sausage in baguette, potato with racletta cheese, chips, apple streudel
    Torpasta/Devine Pastabilities: Spaghetti and meatball torpasta, veggie torpasta, creamy pesto torpasta, chicken alfredo
    Frozen Fun: Tamales, champurrado, corn on the cob, churros, aguas frescas, lemonade
    Seb's Panini
    Divine Madman Coffee
    Mariscos Mi Playita: Fish and shrimp tacos, ceviche, fish burritos
    Spanish Village: sodas, bottled water, hot cider, hot chocolate, kettle corn

  • The Old Globe

    Lady Carolyn's Pub open for food service and non-alcoholic beverages.

  • The Prado at Balboa Park

    The Prado Restaurant: Enjoy lunch, dinner, or lounge menu with live music from 8:00-11:00pm. 
    Hours: Friday, 11:30am-10:00pm; Saturday, 11:00am-11:00pm.

    The Prado Pub at the Square: Adult-only area in the Plaza de Panama with cocktails, wine and food service. Menu includes: garlic fries; fried green beans; 1/4 and 1/2 lb. burger, fish 'n chips, and the Prado Cocktail Lounge.
    Hours: Friday & Saturday, 5:00-10:00pm

  • Village Grill

    Delicious American cuisine includes flame-broiled Angus burgers, nachos, hot dogs, fries and other comfort food. Try the famous Angus beef chili!