CA Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving: Dine-In & Takeout Specials 2023

CALIFORNIA — Thanksgiving nears, falling this year on Thursday, Nov. 23. And you know what that means — it's time to put in place your dining plans.

For those wishing to ditch the kitchen for a relaxed celebration with family and friends, restaurants throughout California are prepped and ready with dine-in specials, all-you-can-eat buffets and takeout meal deals.

Check out our annual, Thanksgiving dining guide, and scroll through the images above, for some of the best offers at eateries near you.

And have a Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!

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ACAPULCO: All-you-can-eat Thanksgiving Day buffet to feature turkey & ham, apple-jalapeno stuffing, chipotle-honey sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, taco station, Mexican favorites, soups, salads & dessert bar with pumpkin pie, Unlimited Champagne, plus $5 margaritas & beer available. Details. $38 adults/$12 kids. Locales in SoCal.

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BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE: Keep an at-home Thanksgiving simple & with Family Meals To-Go — starting at $103.95 with portions for four to 12. Place orders here for Nov.22-23 pick-up. Or dine at the steakhouse Nov. 23 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with special menu ($11.99/kids & $25.99/adults). Both options feature classics as turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, sweet potatoes, broccoli with garlic butter, salad, cranberry sauce, molasses bread & pumpkin pie. Find locales statewide.

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BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO.: Head on over for Mama Gump's Thanksgiving Feast Nov. 23. Bubba's holiday favorites will be offered, including roasted turkey, smoked ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. Details. Find locations.

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BUCA DI BEPPO: Dine on-site Thanksgiving Day, or select a takeout Feast To Go. Nov. 23 dining features traditional dishes with turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. Heat & serve, takeout comes in two sizes (up to three $105, or up to six for $160), with turkey dinner & sides, plus options for Italian classics like baked ziti, chicken carbonara & meatballs. Reserve table, or order to-go here. Find sites throughout California.

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CHEVYS FRESH MEX: Three-course Thanksgiving Day meal planned 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. $29/adults & $12/kids. Features salad, roasted turkey with mole sauce, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet corn tamalito, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. Unlimited Champagne, mimosas, plus $5 margaritas & beers available. Details. See NorCal locations.

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CLAIM JUMPER STEAKHOUSE & BAR: Three-course, Thanksgiving dinners will be on the menu 11 a.m. t0 6 p.m., along with takeout options that serve six to eight. Expect such traditional, holiday options as turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing & pumpkin pie. Info. Find sites.

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DEL FRISCO'S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE: Thanksgiving special Nov. 23-26, features Cowgirl ribeye & fresh-shaved black truffles. Chef’s Feature: Prime Cowgirl & Black Truffle Butter ($105). Specialty Cocktail: Santa’s Sleigh Ride ($18). Info here. Locations.
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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Holiday heat-and-serve meals make for hassle-free, at-home feasts. Takeout options: Complete Feast (serves 10–12) with smoked or Cajun turkey, prime rib or ham, with sides of cornbread dressing, gravy, baked potato casserole, green beans & rolls; Dinner Feast (for 8–10) with ham, turkey or prime rib, dressing, gravy & rolls; Holiday Big Yellow Box (for 10-12) 4 pounds of sliced turkey & large sides; or À La Carte Menu for individual meats & sides. New to this year's menu is Classic Sweet Potato Casserole. Find shops near you.

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DOG HAUS: Select locales will be open Thanksgiving serving newest menu addition — Würst Thanksgiving Sausage. The one-of-a-kind, limited-time sausage offers "Thanksgiving in every bite," with melding of turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberries, stuffing, sage, thyme, rosemary & hint of maple. Check locales near you for November hours.

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EDDIE V'S: Restaurants will open early at 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, serving a feast with all the trimmings. Menu includes turkey, gravy, brioche sage stuffing, cranberry chutney, butternut squash, mashed potatoes & pumpkin pie tartlet. (Adults/$50 & child/20.) Veuve Clicquot champagne by-glass offered, as well as such signature cocktails, as Smoked Old Fashioned, torched tableside on wooden plank, or color-changing Hope Diamond. Full menu available, too. Reservations. See locales.

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EL POLLO LOCO: Festive Family Meals start at $24, with eight pieces of chicken, three sides & tortillas. The chain also launches limited-time, pork carnitas holiday menu. With nod to Mexican heritage, options include: Carnitas Tacos (corn-blend tortillas, pork carnitas, avocado salsa, cabbage, cilantro, onion & fresh avocado) ; Carnitas Wet Burrito covered in green enchilada sauce & cheese; and Carnitas Stuffed Quesadilla. Plus, two items available only via Loco Rewards app: Pork Carnitas Nachos & Pork Carnitas Tostadas. Ordering links. Find locales statewide.

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EL TORITO: All-you-can-eat Thanksgiving Day buffet to feature turkey & ham, apple-jalapeno stuffing, chipotle-honey sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, taco station, Mexican Favorites, soups, salads & dessert bar with pumpkin pie. Unlimited Champagne, plus $5 margaritas & beers available. $38/adults & $12/kids. (Note: Redondo Beach, Monterey & Marina del Rey buffets at $40/adults & $12 kids.) Details. Find restaurants statewide.

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FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR: Reservations are underway for three-course Thanksgiving feast, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., with salad or lobster bisque, turkey, ribeye or filet mignon, plus sides & dessert. Child's menu also offered. Reservations. See California locations.

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GELSON'S MARKETS: Go for stress-free Thanksgiving with pre-cooked traditional favorites, plant-based options & à la carte dishes. Selections include turkey & gravy, spiral-glazed ham, prime rib, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes & plant-based hazelnut cranberry roast en croute. Cornucopia floral centerpieces also available. Orders due Nov. 22 for pick-up Nov. 19-24. Order details. Store location finder here.

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GOLDEN CORRAL: Multiple options at this buffet-style chain. Dine-in for endless Holiday Buffet, featuring such seasonal specials as turkey, ham, beef roast, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, sweet potato casserole, rolls, pie & more. Or select Holiday Feasts To Go –takeout meals for six to eight with choice of turkey, ham or beef roast, trimmings, sides, rolls & whole pie. Pre-order online or via app. Holiday A La Carte Items To Go offers individual options. Plus, $10 bonus card offered with $50 or more purchase & redeemable Jan. 8 to Feb. 13. Details. Location finder here.

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GOTT'S ROADSIDE: Two, fall specials at this James Beard-recognized hot spot — Chicken Torta sandwich & seasonally appropriate Pumpkin Shake. The sandwich features crispy fried chicken breast cabbage cilantro slaw, pickled red onions, chipotle mayo, cilantro-lime crema & black bean spread on roll. The shake is handspun with vanilla ice cream, milk & spiced pumpkin. Both offered through Nov. 29. Sites in SF Bay Area.
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HANDEL'S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM: Fall in love with November's pie-inspired ice cream. Line-up features: Deep Dish Apple; French Silk; Pumpkin Pie; Banana Cream Pie. Offered through Nov. 30 while supplies last. Find locations statewide.

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LB STEAK: Autumn-inspired menu planned Thanksgiving Day, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., along with regular menus. Among featured dishes: turkey roulade with cranberry jam, sweet potato gratin, green beans & gravy; pumpkin pie; & more. Locales.

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LEFT BANK BRASSERIE: Four-course, prix-fixe Thanksgiving feast planned Nov. 23, 12 p.m. - 8 pm. ($79/person/$15 kids' 12 & under). Among dishes: persimmon salad; butternut squash soup; turkey; mashed potatoes; stuffing; Brussels sprouts; cranberry relish; salmon; pork chop; pumpkin & apple pie. Details/reservations. See locales in SF Bay Area

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LUCILLE'S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-QUE: Enjoy Southern-inspired Thanksgiving with to-go feasts or on-site dining. Takeout Family Feast ($319.99) serves up to 10, while Thanksgiving Supper ($199.99) is for up to six. A la carte options available, too. Orders due Nov. 20, for pick-up Nov. 22-23. Takeout features turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, Southern stuffing, County Fair Corn Pudding, gravy, cranberry sauce, biscuits, apple butter & pumpkin pie — packed ready-to-heat. Plus, Thanksgiving meals are served at restaurants Nov. 23 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. $34.99/adults & children 12 & under $18.99. Details & order links. Locations statewide.

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MIGUEL'S JR.: Holiday fave tamales are back! Featuring co-founder Mary Vasquez’s secret family recipe for chicken or chile rojo pork, they are $3.59 a la carte, or $37.99 for dozen. Offered through Dec. 31. And while they're here, go off-menu with one of these tamale hacks: Order burrito with tamale inside; "Mexican Flag" it up & dress tamale in enchilada sauce, sour cream & guacamole; "Wet Style" douse tamale in enchilada sauce & cheddar cheese; or ask for "Deep Fried" & dipping sauce. See menu/ordering info. Find locales.

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MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE: Prix-fixe, Thanksgiving feast planned Nov. 23 with salad, turkey roulade with sage & cranberry stuffing, sides, cranberry relish, gravy & pumpkin cheesecake with sea salt caramel. $59/person. Reservations. See locales here.

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NORMS: Keep holiday prep simple with “Gobble-Gobble on the Go-Go”— takeout family meal that feeds four for $69.99. Included are turkey breast or brown sugar-glazed ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, chicken & sausage gumbo soup, salad & whole pumpkin or apple pie. Ordering details. Find diner sites throughout Southern California.

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RED LOBSTER: Locations will be open Thanksgiving Day for a shellfish holiday with limited-time, shrimp & lobster specials. Choose: Lobster & Shrimp Holiday Feast (lobster & shrimp in orange-rosemary sauce); Lobster & Cheddar Bay-Stuffed Shrimp; or Lobster & Shrimp Overboard (lobster tail, linguini & shrimp skewer). Cheddar Bay Stuffing is new side of brioche, Cheddar Bay, bacon & mushroom. Plus, new seasonal cocktails: Snowglobe Sangria; Seaside S'mores Martini; Cinnamon Whiskey Sour. For hosting at home, see to-go Holiday Side Bundles, Party Platters & Family Meals. Purchase Holiday Side Bundle with all five sides & receive two dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits free. Find restaurants statewide.

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SUSIECAKES: Orders are underway at the bakery chain for Thanksgiving pies, cakes & cookies. Among the seasonal sweets: cranberry orange cake; pecan pie; apple crumble pie; pumpkin pie & decorated cupcakes, mini-cupcakes & cookies. Order links here. Find shops statewide.

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THE CAPITAL GRILLE: A chef-prepared, traditional Thanksgiving dinner will be served Nov. 23 with turkey, brioche sage stuffing, green beans with almonds, cranberry-pear chutney & Sam’s Mashed Potatoes. (Adults/$55 & children/$20.) Add-on options of pecan-crusted sweet potatoes with hot honey or pumpkin cheesecake offered, too, and full menu available. Thanksgiving sides also can be ordered for takeout by Nov. 21, with pick-up Nov. 22-23. Order/reservation info. See locales.

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TOUS LES JOURS: The French-Asian bakery chain offers "Happy Thanksgiving" cake collection, featuring fall flavors, through Nov. 23. Among selections: Apple Pie with Pecan Cake; Pumpkin Spice Cake; and Pecan Tartlet. Details/ordering. Find shops statewide.

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VALLARTA SUPERMARKETS: Keep Thanksgiving stress-free with pre-orders for hot & ready to-go meats or Thanksgiving Dinner Bundles. Takeout meats include: Pavo Relleno (stuffed turkey) $79.99; Pollo Relleno (stuffed chicken) $29.99; Pierna de Puerco (roasted pork leg) $79.99. Dinner bundles ($79.99) are heat & serve for six to eight. Included Butterball turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing & cranberry orange relish. See La Cocina Department for ordering. Find stores here.

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VEGGIE GRILL: Vegetarian alert! Check out two, limited-edition specials offered through New Year's Eve: Turk’y Cranwich; & Harvest Mushroom Stew. Sandwich features Prime Roots’ Cracked Black Pepper Koji-Turkey, cranberry aioli, “turkey” gravy, cranberry stuffing, lettuce, tomato on grilled sourdough. Stew is hearty with Fable mushrooms, potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, rosemary & thyme. Info. Find locales.

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