Here’s where to get a Thanksgiving meal if you don’t feel like cooking
This year, let the professionals prepare the Thanksgiving meal.
For Californians who won’t be sharing a meal with their families, would rather not spend hours cooking a feast or will be traveling, Thanksgiving is the perfect time to try new local cuisine options or indulge in some of your favorite restaurant meals.
We have compiled a list of where residents can find places to enjoy an exceptional meal for Thanksgiving this year.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, San DiegoTravelers visiting San Diego this Thanksgiving can enjoy a three-course meal or family-style buffet at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Prices for the dining experience vary.
Interested parties can make reservations online.
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse & Saloon, TemeculaA four-course Thanksgiving feast will be served at The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse & Saloon in Temecula. Diners can choose between roasted turkey, prime rib and maple-glazed ham entrees that come with multiple sides like sourdough-sausage stuffing, green beans and mashed potatoes.
More information about the dinner can be found here.
Balboa Bay Resort, Newport BeachThe resort’s Lighthouse room will serve a Thanksgiving buffet curated by their executive chef. Holiday staples like turkey will accompany a seafood bar, ribeyes and a dessert station, the website said.
Prices for the buffet vary for adults and children depending on the time of day.
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long BeachThe entire family can enjoy a day at the aquarium and a buffet Thanksgiving dinner afterward.
Reservations for the feast can be made online and cost $95 for adults and $67.50 for children. For Aquarium members, adult reservations cost $70 and children reservations cost $47.50.
Madonna Inn, San Luis ObispoGuests at the Madonna Inn can enjoy a classic Thanksgiving meal paired with house-special appetizers and desserts, the website said.
Reservations for the Thanksgiving dinner can be made on the inn’s website.
Calado Verde, Downtown Los AngelesDiners can enjoy a Portuguese-inspired Thanksgiving feast complete with roasted turkey, stuffing, brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes. The restaurant will also offer vegan Thanksgiving options.
More information about the dinner can be found here.