If you don’t want to cook Thanksgiving dinner, you have plenty of options to make the holiday stress-free. We’ve selected some restaurants throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties serving up options for Turkey Day. Scroll to the bottom for chains with multiple locations in Southern California. (If you’re looking for even more options, many casinos also offer special meals for the holiday, and we’ve also found some restaurants where you can get meals to go.)
Before going, be sure to call and confirm details with the individual venue. Many restaurants take reservations and can fill up before the big day.
Los Angeles County | Orange County | Riverside County | San Bernardino County | Restaurants with multiple locations | Southern California Casinos | Thanksgiving to go
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Bistro Garden
12950 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 801-501-0202, bistrogarden.com
The three-course prix fixe menu includes an entree choice of roasted turkey, filet mignon and sea bass. There will also be live entertainment. 1-6:30 p.m. $80.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. 818-952-4390, descansogardens.org
The brunch buffet inside Van de Kamp Hall includes entrees such as carved turkey and butternut squash and mushroom Wellington as well as salads, sides and desserts.11 a.m.-3 p.m. $85 adults; $45 children ages 3 and up.
E.S.T. Prime Steakhouse at Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel Hotel
303 E. Valley Blvd., San Gabriel. 626-607-2012, sheratonlasangabriel.com/est-steakhouse
Four-course dinner with dishes including turducken, red kuri squash soup and root vegetable au gratin. 4-9 p.m. $150 for two; children’s menu available.
Fuego
700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach. 562-481-3910, hotelmayalongbeach.com/fuego-restaurant/
A four-course meal in the open-air dining room includes an entree choice of roast turkey, prime rib, rack of lamb or salmon. Live music will be played by acoustic guitarist Danny Maika from 4-8 p.m. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. $60.
Hotel Shangri-La
1301 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica. 310-394-2791, https://bit.ly/2Dx6FOr
The Penthouse will feature a buffet with more than 20 dishes, including turkey, boneless ribeye, salmon, a cold seafood display and an array of desserts. It also comes with a view of the Pacific Ocean from the hotel terrace. Noon-6 p.m. $79 adults; $45 children 6-12.
Kali Restaurant
5722 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles. 323-871-4160, kalirestaurant.com
The three-course menu served family-style includes dishes such as yellowtail crudo, turkey, ham and pumpkin risotto. 3-8 p.m. $60.
The Langham, Huntington, Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena. 626-585-6218, langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/pasadena/
The Huntington Ballroom: Brunch with champagne and live entertainment. Noon-4 p.m. $118 adults; $64 children under 12.
The Royce Wood-Fired Steakhouse: A three-course dinner featuring turkey, beef Wellington, trout or truffle risotto. 4-9 p.m. $145 adults, $190 with wine; $68 children under 12.
The Terrace: A three-course holiday dinner featuring turkey, prime rib, salmon or vegetable strudel, plus live entertainment. 4-9 p.m. $85 adults, $120 with wine; $45 children under 12.
McKinley’s Grille at Sheraton Fairplex
601 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. 909-868-5915, fairplex.com
The family-style dinner features turkey, ham and all the fixings, plus pumpkin pie. Noon-8 p.m. $34.95 adults; $15.95 children 6-12. Reservations with deposit required.
Terranea Resort Ballroom
100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes. 310-265-2836, destinationhotels.com/terranea/traditions
A multi-station buffet and dessert bar. Seatings are at 12:30, 1, 1:30, 4, 4:30 and 5 p.m. $105 adults; $47 children 5-10. Online ticket deadline is 5 p.m. Nov. 21.
Wolf
7661 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-424-7735, wolfdiningla.com
A menu inspired by childhood favorites featuring turkey, salmon, sides, soup, salad and dessert. 2:30-8:30 p.m. $75, optional wine pairing $45.
ORANGE COUNTY
Back Bay Bistro
1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach. 949-729-1144, ewportdunes.com/bistro
Buffet with turkey, ham, lamb, salmon, crab cakes and more, plus salads, sides and desserts, including a chocolate fountain. Seatings 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $52 adults, plus $5 optional endless champagne or mimosas; $25 children 10 and under.
Bayside
900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach. 949-721-1222, baysiderestaurant.com
A traditional turkey dinner with starters and dessert, plus live entertainment 4:30-8:30 p.m. 1-8:30 p.m. $55 adults; $26 children 12 and under.
Bistango
The Atrium, 19100 Von Karman Ave. #100, Irvine. 949-752-5222, bistango.com
A traditional turkey dinner with dessert. 1-8 p.m. $47 adults; $22 children.
Fashion Island Hotel
690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. 949-760-4913, fashionislandhotel.com
Ballroom: Brunch with crispy pork belly and wood plank roasted salmon, plus breakfast items, soups, salads, sides and desserts.10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $80 adults; $20 children 5-12.
Oak Grill: A four-course dinner with turkey, Maine lobster, plus sides and desserts. 4-9 p.m. $90 adults and $35 children 5-12. 949-760-4920, www.oakgrillnb.com.
Hendrix
32431 Street of the Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel. 949-248-1912, www.hendrixoc.com.
A three-course meal with entree choices of turkey, prime rib or salmon, and a choice of dessert, plus a special kids menu.1-8 p.m. $65 adults; $19 children 12 and under.
Hotel Irvine
17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine.888-230-4452, hotelirvine.com.
A buffet served al fresco in The Backyard with turkey, ham and beef short ribs, plus breakfast items, seafood, salads, soups, sides and desserts. There will be live music, children’s activities, a petting zoo, lawn games and a photo booth. Seatings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. $75 adults, includes bottomless mimosas; optional bottomless bloody Marys $10; $35 children 5-12.
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa’s Vista Ballroom
21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-845-4893, marlene.goble@hyatt.com.
Turkey Tales buffet with snow crab claws, turkey and baked ham, and desserts, such as pumpkin custard mousse with burnt meringue topping. Noon-6 p.m. $79 adults; $65 seniors 65 and over; $25 children 4-12, includes champagne and soft drinks.
Monarch Beach Resort
1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point. 800-722-1543, monarchbeachresort.com
AVEO Table + Bar: Brunch buffet with seafood, pasta, turkey, ham, sushi, dim sum and more, plus a children’s station. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $165 adults, includes bottomless champagne and cocktails; $49 children.
Bourbon Steak: A four-course meal with options including bourbon-glazed pork belly, turkey breast with foie grass bread pudding and burnt cinnamon ice cream. 5-9 p.m. $125.
Montage Laguna Beach
30801 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach. 949-715-6420, montagehotels.com/lagunabeach.
Grand Ballroom: Masterpiece Celebration with a multi-station buffet featuring on-ice seafood, sushi, turkey, prime rib, salmon and pork tenderloin, plus a children’s buffet and dessert lounge. There will also be live music, a champagne toast and complimentary family photographs. 1-6 p.m. $180 adults; $50 children 4-12.
The Loft: Four-course tasting menu with turkey, scallops and beef short ribs, plus desserts. Children’s holiday menu available. Noon-9 p.m. $130 adults; $50 children 4-12.
Studio: A brunch buffet on the lawn with turkey, salads, sides and desserts. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $170 adults, includes a bottle of champagne for every two adults; $80 youth 13-20; $50 children 4-12.
Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant and Spurs Chop House
8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park. 714-220-5006, knotts.com/play/events/thanksgiving-champagne-buffet
Champagne buffet with turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes, plus Mrs. Knott’s fried chicken and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $49.99 adults; $30.99 seniors; $18.99 children 3-11. Discount for Knott’s season passholders.
No Ka Oi
215 Main St., Huntington Beach. 714-960-8300, okaoirestaurant.com.
All-you-can-eat feast with turkey, ham and traditional sides. Full regular menu also available. 2-9 p.m. $25 adults; $12 children 6-12 and children 5 and under free with paying adult.
The Ranch Restaurant and Saloon
1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim. 714-817-4200, theranch.com.
Four-course menu features goat cheese ravioli, pear and endive salad, turkey, buffalo prime rib and pumpkin cheesecake. 2-7 p.m. $85.
Selanne Steak Tavern
1464 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach. 949-715-9881, selannesteaktavern.com.
Three-course meal with Kurobuta leg of ham, Wagyu ribeye roast and turkey, plus sides and desserts.1-8 p.m. $95 adults; $25 children 4-12.
Tangata
2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana. 714-550-0906, thepantinagroup.com/tangata-restaurant
The restaurant at the Bowers Museum will feature a buffet with turkey, ham and roast beef, plus starters, sides and desserts. 11.a.m.-4 p.m. $55 adults; $28 children 10 and under. Meal includes a complimentary ticket for a future museum visit.
Waterfront Beach Resort
21100 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-845-8000, waterfrontresort.com
The menu includes cinnamon roasted butternut squash soup, lobster bisque, Alaskan king crab legs and honey glazed ham as well as sides and desserts. There will also be a spiked cider station, live entertainment, and a photo booth. Noon-5 p.m. $79 adults; $25 children under 12.
RIVERSIDE COUNTY
Highland Springs Ranch & Inn
10600 Highland Springs Ave, Cherry Valley. 951-845-1151, hsresort.com
The Grand Oak will host a buffet dinner includes a carving station with turkey, ham and prime rib as well as sides and a salad bar. Noon-6 p.m. $45 adults; $22.50 children 6-12; free for children 5 and younger.
Mission Inn Hotel and Spa Restaurant
3649 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside. 800-843-7755, missioninn.com
Brunch with traditional holiday favorites, seafood bar, desserts, champagne and mimosas, plus live music. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $69.50 adults; $28.85 children 5-11.
Temecula Creek Inn’s Cork/Fire Kitchen
44501 Rainbow Canyon Road, Temecula. 951-587-1465, temeculacreekinn.com
A three-course menu with dishes including roasted squash and turkey roulade, or select from a special menu with a range of appetizers and entrees. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. $50 three-course menu; individual selections for $9-$32.
Thornton Winery’s Cafe Champagne
32575 Rancho California Road, Temecula. 951-699-0099, thorntonwine.com
A three-course menu includes entrees such as turkey, pork chop, salmon or filet mignon, plus a selection of desserts. Noon-5 p.m. $59.95 adults; $19.95 children 6-12.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
Castaway
670 Kendall Drive, San Bernardino. 909-881-1502, castawaysanbernardino.com
Champagne buffet with turkey, prime rib, leg of lamb and crab legs, plus seasonal sides and desserts.11 a.m.-4 p.m. $56.95 adults; $25.95 children 5-12. Advance reservation with deposit required.
Cracker Barrel
11612 Amargosa Road, Victorville. 760-244-0010, crackerbarrel.com
The Homestyle Turkey n’ Dressing Meal is a traditional dinner served with a choice of country side, refillable beverage and pumpkin pie for dessert. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $14.99 adults; $8.99 children.
Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
27984 Highway 189, Lake Arrowhead. 909-744-3020, lakearrowheadresort.com
Bin 189: Choice of three-course prime rib, Cornish hen or butternut squash ravioli dinner, accompanied with a lake view. 1:30-9 p.m. $45 adults; $12.95 children age 12 and under.
Lakeview Terrace Room: Turkey, prime rib and salmon, plus sides and a selection of desserts. Seatings are at 1, 3 and 5 p.m. $55 adults; $29.50 seniors 65 and over; $27.95 children 6-12.
Restaurants with multiple locations
Fleming’s Steakhouse
A three-course meal with dishes including lobster bisque, turkey breast and sweet potatoes, plus dessert. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Starting at $42 for adults and $19 for children.
Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que
Turkey or ham or both with all the sides and a slice of sweet potato pie.11 a.m.-8 p.m. $27.99 adults; $14.99 children 12 and under.
Marie Callender’s Restaurant & Bakery
A traditional turkey or ham dinner with dessert. Hours vary by location. $22.99 adults and $8.99 children.
Mastro’s Restaurants
Instead of a traditional meal, select from the venue’s regular menu, which includes items such as Alaska King Crab black truffle gnocchi, lobster mashed potatoes, steaks and more, plus pumpkin butter cake. 1-9 p.m. Menu prices.
Mimi’s Cafe
Three-course meal with turkey and classic holiday sides, plus pumpkin or pecan pie for dessert. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. $19.99 adults; $9.99 for children under 12.
TAPS Fish House & Brewery
160 E. Rincon St., Corona, 951-735-4310; 101 E. Imperial Highway, Brea,714-257-0101; 13390 Jamboree Road, Irvine, 714-619-0404. tapsfishhouse.com.
Traditional holiday meal with turkey, ham and all the fixings, plus a chocolate fountain. Noon-7 p.m. $44.99 adults; $14.99 children 3-10.
Veggie Grill
Vegetarian Holiday Dinner Plate with a stuffed “roast,” cauli-mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and more. For lighter eaters there is the Thanksgiving sandwich with vegetarian rosemary “chickin” and holiday fixings on a steak roll served with mashed yams. Noon-8 p.m. Plate, $12.95; sandwich, $11.50.
