Thanksgiving Dinners in Monterey County

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Why suffer the stress of trying to please everyone's palate this Thanksgiving? Start a new tradition with a family Thanksgiving meal at one of Monterey County's best restaurants. All of these offerings take place Thursday, November 24, 2016.

Big Sur

Have a memorable Thanksgiving dinner surrounded by fantastic scenery at the Big Sur River Inn Restaurant. Dishes include herb roasted turkey with mushroom dressing, sweet potatoes, fresh cranberry relish and more. $55 for adults, $15 for children under 12. Call 831-667-2700 to reserve.

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Mission Ranch Restaurant hosts a three-course Thanksgiving feast to ease your appetite. Starter options include portabella mushroom bisque or a Waldorf salad. Entrees include fresh salmon, roasted pork rack or free range turkey. Dessert choices include pumpkin pie, pecan pie or apple strudel. 1pm-7:30pm, $55 for adults and $25 for children 10 and under. Call 831-625- 9040 to reserve; there is a 3-day cancellation policy.

Get your turkey and all its fixings at Anton & Michel. In addition to their regular dinner menu they are offering a three-course Thanksgiving dinner which includes items like butternut squash soup, roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing and pumpkin cheesecake. 1pm-8pm. $42 for adults and $21 for children 12 and under. Call 831-624-2406 for reservations.

The Grill on Ocean Avenue serves up their regular dinner menu as well a three-course Thanksgiving dinner including roasted turkey and pecan pie. 12pm-8pm. $36 for adults and $18 for children 12 and under. Call 831-624-2569 for reservations.

Aubergine at L'Auberge Carmel offers a turkey dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Seatings run from 2pm-9pm, $150 per person; wine pairings are $110 additional. Call 831-624-8578 to reserve. Aubergine also offers a Thanksgiving meal to-go from featuring a juniper-orange spiced brined Willie Bird turkey and a wide selection of sides, sauces, wine and desserts. A limited amount of turkeys are available. All orders must be placed by Monday, November 21 before noon.

Carmel Highlands

Pacific’s Edge Restaurant at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands offers an amazing prix fixe menu including slow-roasted turkey, dry-aged prime rib, buttermilk potato puree, sage stuffing and more. Dinner served 4pm-8pm. $95 for adults, $45 for children 5 to 12, children under 5 dine free. Call 831-622-5445 to reserve.

Carmel Valley

Bernardus Lodge hosts a delicious gourmet Thanksgiving Day lunch buffet or four-course dinner. Dine on traditional Thanksgiving favorites made with sustainably sourced, local and organic produce and naturally raised meats, as well as several special creations from Chef Cal Stamenov. There will also be wine tasting and hot apple cider by the fireplace. The lunch buffet is served from 12pm-2:30pm and is $85 for adults, $32 for children ages 5-12 and free for children under 4. Dinner is served from 5pm-9pm and is $125 for adults. Call 831-658-3400 to reserve.

Enjoy a farm-to-table type of Thanksgiving meal this year in the Oak and Redwood Rooms at Carmel Valley Ranch. Chef Tim Wood serves up a buffet style feast featuring apple cider brined Diestel turkey breast, honey lavender cornbread, maple butternut squash soup, pumpkin pie and much more. 11:30am-5:00pm, $75 for adults, $30 for children 5-12 and free for children 4 and under. Call 831-626-2599 for reservations.

Monterey

Don’t stress over cooking the perfect Thanksgiving dinner this year, instead start a “grand” new tradition. Portola is offering a traditional thanksgiving feast in their Grand Ballroom complete with a spectacular display featuring California cheeses and cured meats, carved to order turkey, prime rib and maple glazed country ham, traditional thanksgiving fare, and a decadent dessert display with classic pumpkin and pecan pie. 11am-6pm. $54.95 for adults, $39.95 for seniors, $25.95 for children ages 6-12 and children 5 and under eat free. For reservations call 831-649-7874.

Get the most bang for your buck this Thanksgiving at Peter B's Brewpub. Not only can you enjoy some delicious craft brews but they are offering a full-on turkey dinner with mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie! 4pm-6:30pm. $14.99 per plate.

TusCA Ristorante located at the Hyatt Regency Monterey serves an incredible Thanksgiving Day Buffet on Thursday, November 24th. The menu features all sorts of staples like creamy pumpkin soup, herb roasted turkey and pumpkin pie. Staring at 3pm diners can enjoy live jazz music from the Dr. David Morwood Jazz Band. 1:00pm-6:00pm. $55 for adults, $25 for children age 6-12 and children age 5 and under eat free.. For reservations call 831-657-6675.

The Whaling Station serves up regular menu items as well as a special turkey dinner for $24.95. 4pm-8pm. Call 831-373-3778 for reservations.

The Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is offering an impressive Thanksgiving buffet from 12pm-6pm in the Monterey Bay Ballroom. The sumptuous buffet offers dozens of items including a seafood display, roasted turkey, slow roasted prime rib of beef, and more. Served 12pm-6pm. $64 for adults and $28 for children ages 6-13. For reservations, please call 831-646-1700. Turkey dinners are also available to-go for $175 which serves up to 12 people.

The Sardine Factory offers a special four-course prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu featuring butternut squash bisque, fresh all natural roast Diestal turkey with sides and choice of dessert. 1pm-8pm. $49.75 for adults, $47.75 for seniors 60 and older, $25 for children under 12 and free for children under 5. The Sardine Factory will also offer items from their regular menu. Call 831-373-3775 to reserve.

Just down Cannery Row, the C Restaurant + Bar at The InterContinental the Clement Monterey offers a delectable prix-fixe Thanksgiving dinner menu with a great ocean view. The three-course Thanksgiving menu consists of dishes like Diestel Farms Turkey, Niman Ranch Natural Ribeye and Black Bass. $85 for adults and $45 for children ages 5-12. Call 831-375-4800 to reserve.

Start a new holiday tradition with Thanksgiving dinner at Estéban restaurant, located at the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Savor a classic holiday meal, prepared by Chef Tom Snyder, complete with turkey, butternut squash soup and homemade cranberry sauce. For those who may be seeking a little break from tradition, the prix fixe menu also offers a choice of snake river trout served with white beans and bacon lardons. The full Estéban menu will also be available. 1pm-7pm, $48 for adults, $23 for children. For reservations call  831-324-6773.

Old Fisherman's Grotto, The Fish Hopper and Scales Seafood & Steaks invite you to be part of their family with a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all of fixings. Open at 11am. $26.95 for adults and $14.96 for children.

Pacific Grove

Fandango Restaurant’s great Thanksgiving menu includes duckling pate, Basque salad and a choice of entrees including roasted turkey, roast sirloin, grilled salmon, Virginia baked ham, tortellini and a variety of traditional desserts. 12pm-8pm, $38.95 for adults, $16.50 for children 12 and under. Call 831-372-3456 to reserve.

Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove invites you over for a large Thanksgiving spread and beautiful views. The bountiful buffet includes an array of items including a Monterey Bay seafood salad, maple glazed ham, free range Diestel turkey, prime rib, pumpkin pie and apple cinnamon cobbler. $49 (and 10% service fee) for adults and 2pm-6pm. $25 (and 10% service fee) for children. To reserve seating time please call 831-372-8016.

Pebble Beach

Let the world-renowned chefs at Pebble Beach Resorts prepare a sumptuous buffet of traditional holiday fare and delicious seasonal specialties for you to enjoy on Thanksgiving, all while overlooking the famed 18th hole at Pebble Beach Golf Links! Located at Stillwater Bar & Grill at The Lodge at Pebble Beach, menu highlights include traditional holiday fare, an oyster bar, carving stations, seasonal salads, cheese compositions, cakes, pies, sweet treats and more. 12am-7pm. Adults $116 plus tax and service charge; children ages 5-12 $54 plus tax and service charge; children under age 4 are complimentary. Call 831-625-8524 for reservations.

Seaside

Admire Monterey Bay and one of the county's most beautiful golf courses as you dine on a great Thanksgiving buffet at Bayonet and Black Horse. The buffet includes several salads, roasted turkey and all your favorite side dishes, as well as treats for the palate like roasted prime beef, pan seared salmon, chicken marsala and more. 11am-5pm, $35.95 for adults, $17.95 for children 6-12 and children 4 and under eat free. Call 831-899-5954 to reserve.