THANKSGIVING EVE
Pink Taco Sunset Strip
Nov. 21. At the pre-Thanksgiving bash check out a live music, kegs, beer pong and more. Proceeds benefit the American Red Cross Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 8225 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. pinktaco.com
The Hudson
Nov. 21. Usher in Thanksgiving with 1/2 off all bottles of wine and $9 cocktail special on the “The Fitzgerald” (Old Fitzgerald Bourbon, St. Elizabeth’s all spice drambuie, Honey, lemon, garnished with a cinnamon stick and lemon wheel). 4 p.m.-2 a.m. 1114 North Crescent Heights Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.654.6686. thehudsonla.com
Freddy Smalls Bar + Kitchen
Nov. 21. Celebrate Thanksgiving Eve with a punch party. Find specials on punch by the glass (or the entire bowl), steak sandwiches and fall squash soup, in addition to the regular menu. 11520 West Pico, L.A., 310.479.3000. freddysmalls.com
Tortilla Republic
Nov. 21. The West Hollywood outpost for fresh-mex offers a Thanksgiving Eve Fiesta that features small plate specials that range from $2-$6. Dine on selections such as jalapeno croquetas, carnitas tacos, bbq chicken quesadilla and more. 616 North Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.9888. tortillarepublic.com
THANKSGIVING
Melisse
Nov. 22. The celebrated two star Michelin restaurant of Chef Josiah Citrin, celebrates its annual Thanksgiving dinner with a menu that features selections such as roasted beets and artichokes, Maine lobster ravioli, Maine diver scallops, big eye tuna tartare and more in addition to a traditional free range roasted turkey with chanterelle, apple and brioche stuffing. The menu continues with a variety of sides and desserts like mom’s apple pie, chocolate souffle cake, spiced pumpkin pie and more. $95 adults/$42 children eight years or younger. 3-7 p.m. 310.395.0881. melisse.com
Cleo
Nov. 22. Dine family-style on Cleopatra’s fest, which features menu highlights like an assortment of mezze and salads; mains like preserved lemon-roasted turkey and roasted leg of lamb; a variety of vegetables, sides and desserts. $65/pp (includes cocktails upon arrival); $32 kids 5-12, under 5 free. 1717 Vine St., 323.962.1711. cleorestaurant.com
Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood
Nov. 22. Dine on a three-course festive feast that include selections such as pumpkin soup, autumn mushroom risotto, roasted organic turkey with sage stuffing and more. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. $95/pp. 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd. West Hollywood, 310.358.7788. thelondonwesthollywood.com
Delphine
Nov. 22. Executive chef Sascha Lyon teams bistro-inspired seasonal/farm-fresh meal along with fresh raw bar selections. Highlights of the menu include oysters, seafood ceviche, butternut squash soup, Brussels sprouts and radicchio salad, roasted Diestel turkey, country bread stuffing, kabocha squash cake and more. Noon through dinner service. W Hotel Hollywood, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.798.1300. restaurantdelphine.com
Scarpetta
Nov. 22. Thanksgiving brunch buffet puts an Italian spin on the holiday with buffet stations and a la carte menu items such as herb roasted turkey served with fegato and cranberry mustarda, whipped potatoes topped with preserved truffles and parmigiano, citrus-cured salmon with orange and fennel salad and Scott Conant’s famous spaghetti with tomato and basil. $88/pp; $35, children 4-10. Enjoy unlimited mimosas, bloody Marys and bellinis for an additional $22. Montage Beverly Hills, 225 North Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, 310.860.7970. montagebeverlyhills.com
Cecconi’s
Nov. 22. Cecconi’s serves Thanksgiving family-style with an elevated, Italian twist. Dine on a BN Range free range turkey, leeks and cornbread stuffing, butternut squash tortelli, black truffle mashed potatoes, spiced cardamom gelato and more. $50/pp; children 12 and under $25. 8764 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 310.432.2000. cecconiswesthollywood.com
The Bazaar by José Andrés
Nov. 22. Also in the SLS Hotel, the Bazaar by José Andrés features a special Thanksgiving menu along with their regular dinner menu. Highlights of the special menu include: roasted organic turkey served “family style” with gravy, salt-roasted New Zealand red snapper, salty wrinkled potatoes with mojo verde, Grandma’s giblet stuffing and more. 4-8:45 p.m. $65 per person prix-fixe menu for 4 guests. 465 South La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.246.5555. thebazaar.com
Inn of the Seventh Ray
Nov. 22. Located almost completely outdoors, Inn of the Seventh Ray will provide a stunning and serene dining space for a memorable Thanksgiving meal. Dine on a five-course tasting menu that includes creamy fire-roasted chestnut soup; maple syrup and apple cider brined free range turkey with green apple chestnut stuffing and sage infused gravy; a feast of fall vegetables; and more. Full-course meals are $59 per person, with wine flights available for $40, and $25 for children under 12. 128 Old Topanga Canyon Rd., Topanga Canyon, 310.455.1311. innoftheseventhray.com
Tres by José Andrés
Nov. 22. Stop by Tres by Jose Andres at the SLS hotel for brunch or dinner. The former which features a slow-roasted Mary’s farm organic turkey; roasted rack of lamb; smoked salmon display and more. While differ offers roasted butternut squash bisque; slow cooked turkey breast with stuffing and mashed sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie. Brunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; $49/pp. Dinner 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m., $47/pp.465 South La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.246.5551. sbe.com/tres
The Churchill
Nov. 22-23. Dine on a three-course menu ($35) that offers selections such as carrot-apple-ginger soup (one of our personal favorites), roasted turkey with cranberry cornbread stuffing, candied market sweet potatoes, drop biscuits, pumpkin creme brulee and more. Come back on Black Friday for a brunch that offers turkey eggs Benedict, roasted stuffed turkey breast, orange cinnamon crepes and more. 8384 West 3rd St., West Hollywood, 323.655.8384. the-churchill.com
Rock & Reilly’s
Nov. 22. Stop by a 9 a.m. for football bottomless mimosas and bloody Marys ($12 all day). You can also enjoy a Thanksgiving Meal of oven-roasted turkey served with Reilly’s homemade whiskey gravy and all the trimmings ($9.95). 8911 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.360.1400. rnrpub.com
Patina Restaurant
Nov. 22. Dine on a prix-fixe menu that includes highlights like lobster veloute with paysanne and armagnac crostini; butternut squash risotto; rabbit ballotine; roasted Alaskan halibut and more. $65 for 4 courses; $49 for 3 courses; $22 for children under 12. 2-9 p.m. 41 South Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.3331. patinarestaurant.com
Napa Valley Grille
Nov. 22. Dine on a festive three-course wine-country-inspired menu. Selections include autumn squash bisque, natural Deistel turkey with traditional stuffing; butternut squash risotto; pan-seared salmon; butterscotch bread pudding and more. Noon-8 p.m. $59/pp. 1100 Glendon Ave., L.A., 310.824.3322. napavalleygrille.com
Nick and Stef’s Steakhouse
Nov. 22. Selection from the three-course meal include: butternut squash soup; hand-carved turkey with brioche and chestnut stuffing, mashed potatoes, roasted butternut squash, cranberry-quince relish and turkey gravy; pumpkin pie with pomegranate sauce and gingerbread gelato; and more. $44 for 3 courses; $19.95 for children under 12. 3-9 p.m. 330 Hope St., downtown, 213.680.0330. patinagroup.com/nickstef
Café Pinot
Nov. 22. Highlights from the three-course menu include: pumpkin soup with cardamom-spiced marshmallow; striped bass in a spiced lemon verbena quince broth; pumpkin pie; bread pudding and more. $55 for 3 courses; $19.95 for children under 12. 2-8 p.m. 700 West 5th St., downtown, 213.239.6500. patinagroup.com/cafepinot
Descanso Gardens
Nov. 22. Highlights from the three-course buffet include: gingered butternut squash soup; hand-carved herb roasted turkey with garlic pan gravy; chestnut-apple stuffing; and more. Members $45; Non-members $53; $19 for children under 12. Lunch seatings at noon or 2 p.m. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge, 818.790.3663. patinagroup.com/descanso
LA Market Restaurant by Kerry Simon
Nov. 22. Dine on a three-course menu of classic holiday dishes influenced by the restaurant’s signature contemporary comfort cuisine. Highlights include roasted cage-free turkey breast with cranberry compote, pumpkin-sausage stuffing, and natural gravy; and classic bourbon pecan pie with caramel sauce and chocolate-spiced whipped cream. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $62/pp; $21 children under 12. JW Marriott L.A. Live, 900 West Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.8600. marriott.com
Cafe del Rey
Nove. 22. Dine on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine a three-course menu that offers butternut squash soup; cider glazed pork loin with savory polenta, mustard greens, and quince compote; and sweet potato pecan pie with vanilla ice cream and bourbon caramel sauce. $55/pp. 4451 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, 310.823.6395. cafedelreymarina.com
Public Kitchen & Bar
Nov. 22. Dine on a four course pre-fixe Thanksgiving menu that includes traditional dishes, some with a modern twist. Highlights include warm Kabocha squash with ricotta, rapini leaves, pumpkin seeds; roasted turkey with wild rice stuffing, charred beans, and giblet gravy; sea bass with sweet potato, béarnaise, leeks, bacon; and pecan, pumpkin, or apple pie. 1-7 p.m. $50/pp, $40/children. Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.769.8888. thompsonhotels.com
Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Nov. 22. Celebrate Thanksgiving with brunch prepared by executive chef Ashley James. In addition to classic brunch stations, find a number of specialty stations including such as eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, house-made mozzarella, dim sum station and more. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. $95/pp; $47 children. 300 South Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills, 310.860.4000. fourseasons.com/losangeles
Breeze, Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
Nov. 22. Dine on a multi-course buffet, featuring countless traditional and modern delights inspired by the local autumn harvest. Thanksgiving also marks the seasonal debut of The Century Plaza’s acclaimed bread pudding with vanilla brandy sauce, now in its 42nd year. Indoor and outdoor garden seating is available, in addition to a complimentary glass of champagne. Noon-7 p.m. $65/pp; $25 per child. 2025 Avenue of the Stars, L.A., 310.551.3334. centuryplaza.hyatt.com
Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air
Nov. 22. Dine on a family-style Thanksgiving feast that includes an array of appetizers (heirloom apple salad, roasted pumpkin soup), salads, trimmings and sides, roasted heritage turkey, and a decadent dessert buffet. $140/pp; $65/children. 701 Stone Canyon Road, Bel Air, 310.909.1663. hotelbelair.com
The 101 Coffee Shop
Nov. 22. The casual Hollywood diner offers a traditional Thanksgiving feast all day long, starting at noon. Start with a hot cup of soup or crisp dinner salad, followed by classic roast turkey with stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes and green beans, topped off with a hefty slice of pumpkin or pecan pie. 6145 Franklin Ave., L.A., 323.467.1175. the101coffeeshop.com
One Pico
Nov. 22. Dine on a menu that feature Beef Carpaccio, Wild Mushroom Ravoli, and Salted Caramel Ice Cream with Bourbon-Whipped Cream. $75/pp. Shutters On The Beach, 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.587.1717. shuttersonthebeach.com
Coast Beach Café & Bar
Nov. 22. Dine on a three-course prix fixe dinner of Butternut Squash Soup with Dungeness Crab; Turkey with all the fixins’, and Pecan Pie with Salted Caramel Ice Cream and Bourbon Cream. $39/pp. Shutters On The Beach, 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.587.1707. shuttersonthebeach.com
Beachside Restaurant & Bar
Nov. 22. Dine on your Thanksgiving dinner with a view. The waterfront eatery will be serving a three-course, prix-fix meal that includes traditional Thanksgiving fare in addition to entrees such as filet mignon, Main lobster and more. $49/pp. 4-10 p.m. Regular brunch menu is also served from 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Jamaica Bay Inn, 14160 Palawan Way, Marina del Rey, 310.439.3033. jamaicabayinn.com
CATERING
Comme Ca
Chef and founder David Myers is making Thanksgiving a little easier this year by offering guests pies to-go. Guests can bring a slice of Comme Ca home for the holidays by calling the restaurant directly. Delicious varieties like Pumpkin Pie, Bourbon Pecan, Heirloom Apple & Almond Tart and Ginger & Date Cake with Maple Icing, available to order 48-hours in advance throughout the entire month of November. $45 per pie, 8479 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.782.1104. commecarestaurant.com
Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop
Get healthy, farm-fresh prepared for you, just order at least 48 hours in advance. Highlights include roasted turkey breast with garlic and rosemary; side dishes like whole grain stuffing with vegetables; agave roasted yams, and broccoli with shaved garlic; and soups like butternut squash with green apple. greenleafgourmetchopshop.com
Napa Valley Grille
Enjoy a wine country-inspired Thanksgiving at home with takeaway dishes like Chef Taylor’s signature housemade cranberry orange sauce, Diestel turkey breast or leg, 10-inch pumpkin pie, roasted yams, and focaccia dressing, among others. 1100 Glendon Ave., L.A., 310.824.3322. napavalleygrille.com
The Deli at Little Dom’s
Thanksgiving to-go menu takes care of your entire spread with a menu that includes a juicy deep friend turkey with giblet gravy (made the morning of) accompanied by a choice of seasonal sides like roasted Brussels sprouts with wild boar bacon, homemade fennel sausage and mushroom stuffing and traditional sweet potato gratin; in addition to desserts like pumpkin cheesecake, and rustic apple and pecorino tart. Orders must be placed by Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 11 a.m. 2128 Hillhurst Ave., Los Feliz, 323.661.0088. littledoms.com
STREET
With three-day in advance notice, you can dine on a Turkey Day creations by Susan Feniger and Kajsa Alger. Highlights include “angry eggs,” spiced potato samosas, Greek artichokes, chicken and waffle croquettes and more, including many vegan and vegetarian options. Nov. 21, is the last day for pick-up. 742 North Highland Ave., L.A. eatatstreet.com
Huckleberry Cafe & Bakery
Place your order by 5 p.m. Nov. 18, to enjoy a no-stress Turkey Day feast with all the fixin’s, plus complimentary Verve coffee and sweet treats when you pick it up. Selections range from braised free-range turkey thighs, Creekstone Farms beef brisket and free-range turkey pot pie, to roasted butternut squash, raw kale salad, pumpkin pie and much, much more. 1014 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.2311. huckleberrycafe.com
MB Post
Place your order by 5 p.m. on Nov. 19, for items such as stuffing with wild rice, pork and sage, cranberry kumquat relish, whipped garlic and olive oil potatoes and more. 1142 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5405. eatmbpost.com
Mohawk Bend
Place your order by Nov. 16, for Roasted Brussels sprouts with apples and almonds, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, pumpkin bread and more. 2141 West Sunset Blvd., L.A.,213.483.2337. mohawk.la
Magnolia Bakery
It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving in L.A. without pie. Stop by Magnolia bakery for festive flavors like pumpkin, double-crust apple, apple crumb and classic pecan pies. Don’t miss the black-bottom pecan pie with a hidden bottom layer of rich chocolate. Also pick up Thanksgiving and fall-themed cupcakes topped with festive decorations. 8389 West 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.0636. magnoliabakery.com
Lindy & Grundy
Your destination to pick up a sustainable heritage breed turkey and holiday items like brine kits, pies from Pi Bake Shop, specialty sausages, homemade cranberry sauce and more. 801 North Fairfax Ave., 323.951.0804. lindyandgrundy.com
M Cafe
Dine on a Thanksgiving feast that free of refined sugars, meat, poultry, eggs or dairy. Catering menu selections include whipped potato and rutabaga; maple-glazed acorn squash, Brussels sprouts and chestnuts; wild rice pilaf and more. $65 (serves 2 people) or $120 (serves 4 people). Order by Nov. 19, 5 p.m. 310.338.9215. mcafedechaya.com