Leave the dishes at home and spend some quality time with friends and family this Thanksgiving. Enjoy some of the best in Santa Cruz County dining! From oceanside restaurants to fall treats and brews, there’s something for everyone at these Santa Cruz favorites on Thanksgiving!
Low Tide Bar & Grill at La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Indulge in a special three-course Thanksgiving Day menu thoughtfully crafted by Chef Fernando Reyes and the La Bahia culinary team. Begin with mixed greens salad or potato leek chowder, followed by roasted Diestel turkey or grilled New York steak, and end the evening with pumpkin cheesecake. Served from 3pm – 7pm, $90 per person. For reservations, please call 877.724.4180 or make reservations online here.
High Tide at La Bahia Hotel & Spa
This Thanksgiving, elevate your holiday dinner at High Tide with a five-course menu featuring soba zaru, poached Maine lobster or vegetable spring rolls, smoked maple leaf duck breast or truffle risotto, Australian lamb loin or filet mignon, and a vibrant dessert choice of yuzu passionfruit cheesecake or an artisanal California cheese plate. A refined culinary experience crafted to celebrate the season of gratitude. Served from 5pm – 9pm, $180 per person. For reservations, please call 877.724.4180 or make reservations online here.
Chaminade Resort and Spa
Spend Thanksgiving Day at Chaminade and enjoy a festive buffet featuring holiday favorites and beautiful views of Monterey Bay. Thursday, November 27; 9 am – 7 pm.
Selections include a carving station with prime rib and turkey, an omelet bar, a poke bar, traditional holiday accompaniments and desserts. Gluten Free and Vegan selections will be available.
$85++ per person (Ages 13+); $25++ per person (Ages 3 – 12); ++ Plus Tax & Gratuity. Reservations required | Pricing subject to change.
Shadowbrook Restaurant
Celebrating Thanksgiving dinner since 1947, join Shadowbrook Restaurant this holiday. Reservations highly recommended. Call 831.475.1511 or make reservation online here. Click here for a sample menu. If you are unable to make a reservation walk-ins are welcomed in our Rock Room Bar and Lounge and Outside patio (Weather dependent). Menus and hours are subject to change.
Jack O’Neill Restaurant + Lounge at Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Enjoy Thanksgiving with ocean views at Jack O’Neill Restaurant + Lounge at the Dream Inn! 3-Course Prix Fixe from 1pm – 8pm for $85. Regular Menu + Specials will be served from 11am – 1pm. Check their website under the Thanksgiving Menu tab for more info.
Sanderlings Restaurant at Seascape Resort
Enjoy a Thanksgiving Grand Feast at Sanderlings at Seascape Beach Resort! Thanksgiving buffet from 12pm-8pm. $89++ gratuity & tip per person, $39++ gratuity & tip for children under 12 years. For reservations, please call 831-662-7120 or email eacosta@seascaperesort.com.
Sevy’s Bar + Kitchen
Celebrate what you’re thankful for at Sevy’s this Thanksgiving holiday. Reservations highly encouraged. Last seating at 4pm. $60 for adults and $20 for kids 12 and under. Thanksgiving buffet from 11:30-5:00 pm.
Trout Farm
You are invited for Thanksgiving lunch or dinner at Trout Farm! Enjoy a special Thanksgiving menu that includes options like a Traditional Turkey Feasty, Rib Eye Steak, California Halibut, or Housemade Ricotta Gnocchi, plus incredible appetizers, salads, soups and desserts! They are accepting reservations 12-6 at TheTroutFarm.com.
Ideal Bar and Grill
Bring your friends and family by on Thanksgiving Day for a celebratory feast at Ideal Bar & Grill! Happening from 11am – 8pm. Call 831.423.5271 or visit www.idealbarandgrill.com for more information.
Gilda’s: Thanksgiving Feast
Take your friends and family to Gilda’s on Thanksgiving Day for a celebratory feast on the wharf with views! They will have a traditional Thanksgiving turkey meal and their dessert specials will be a classic pumpkin pie or apple pie. They even have a special fun “Cranberry Sauced” drink for adults! Call today at 831.423.2010 to make a reservation.
Davenport Roadhouse Thanksgiving
Celebrate Thanksgiving up the coast at Davenport Roadhouse! Enjoy a special Thanksgiving menu with your choice of Roasted Turkey Porcetta or Harvest Vegetable Lasagna for your main, plus many other delicious options to start and end your meal! Open 11am – 6pm on Thanksgiving Day; $55 per head with optional wine pairing for $25. Call for reservations: 831.600.0050.
Thursday is just the beginning! Make sure to check out the upcoming events kicking off the holiday season and see where to shop in Santa Cruz County! Happy Thanksgiving!
Gayle’s Bakery & Rosticceria
Get together at Gayle’s Bakery & Rosticceria on Thanksgiving morning! Your favorite pies, dinner rolls and baked good, along with a limited selection of dinners and entrees will be available to get your meal started!
Open 6:30am – 1:00pm on Thanksgiving Day
Achilles by the Sea
Celebrate Thanksgiving the Mediterranean way! Achilles by the Sea invites you to bring your friends and family on Thanksgiving Day to celebrate the Mediterranean way with them! Open from 11:00am – 7:30am for dine in or take out on Thanksgiving Day.