Thanksgiving Eating & Festivities

Doma Kitchen
This Thanksgiving, Doma Kitchen will be serving a Thanksgiving dinner including a five layer herring pesto with bread; pumpkin soup; an autumn salad with fresh butternut squash and beets; whole stuffed pumpkin with ground chicken meatloaf & fresh vegetables; herb roasted turkey breast with pan gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans and cranberry & pear relish; and warm Apple Charlotte Cake. $55; Thursday, 2-8 pm; 3562 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA; 310.647.3157

Fogo de Chão
Brazilian Steakhouse Fogo de Chão, who has two locations in Los Angeles that will be offering a full Thanksgiving menu-Churrasco style! Experience a little taste of Brazilian culture this Thanksgiving with the centuries-old tradition of gauchos grilling meats over an open flame and serving tableside. Fogo de Chão will be serving all the Thanksgiving favorites including roasted turkey (carved and served tableside), gravy, cranberry sauce, sweet potato casserole, as well as some Brazilian inspired items like sage & apple dressing with Brazilian sausage. Thursday-Sunday; 133 N La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, 310.289.7755; 800 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90017; 213.228.4300

Crossroads
Chef and owner Tal Ronnen is offering vegan catering for your Thanksgiving with Mezze, Mini Moroccan Meatballs, Green Chickpea Falafel, to Oven Roasted Kabocha Squash, Smoked Carrot “lox” and Risotto Cakes to name a few. Thursday; 8284 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles

Terrine
An American alongside two French partners, Terrine Executive Chef/Owner Kris Morningstar has started a tradition to celebrate the American holidays—all day, all-you-can-eat BBQ! To celebrate the restaurant’s first-ever Thanksgiving, Terrine is throwing an all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving Feast. Dig into traditional Thanksgiving dishes with all the fixings, prepared with a signature Terrine twist from Chef Morningstar. $45; Thursday, 12-9 pm; 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.746.5130

Tanzy
Enjoy a 3-course meal including a movie at iPic Theaters right after you meal! The menu include Parsnip & Apple soup with a puff pastry dome, candied apple chip; Endive & Arugula Salad with pink lady apples, candied walnuts, gorgonzola dolce, walnut vinaigrette; Herb Roasted Turkey with cranberry & quince bread pudding, sautéed green beans, sweet potato,  confit chestnuts, turkey gravy, cranberry compote, fresh baked parker house rolls; and dessters of Three Pumpkin Pie with chantilly cream, pumpkin mousse and Pink Lady Apple Crisp with candied pecans & maple gelato. $40, $20/kids 12 and under; 10840 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024; 310.307.7004

Sambar
Chef and owner, Akasha Richmond, is planning a festive India-inspired Thanksgiving menu at her newest concept to open, Sambar. She aims to offer a departure from the traditional green beans and mashed potatoes with an Indian twist on the holiday. Think Garam Masala and Tomato Braised Turkey; Bengali Five Spice Jalapeno Cornbread Stuffing; South Indian Green Bean Stir Fry with curry leaves and coconut, and Chai Spiced Pumpkin Pie with Vanilla Whipped Cream. Available Thursday, 531 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232; 310.558.8800

The Larchmont
Chef Michael Bryant of The Larchmont, has crafted a multi-course prix fie menu. Menu items include: Cider braised turkey leg rolled with prosciutto & whipped robiola; Pastrami braised turkey breast with calvados gravy; Prime rib toast with horseradish and au jus; Fennel crusted salmon poached in vadouvan bouillon with heirloom tomatoes; Cranberry orange marmalade; Wild mushroom and leek stuffing with giblets, apple and sage turkey sausage; Kale and farro salad with pears, sunflower seeds, currants, parmesan; Mashed Yukon gold potatoes with porcini glace; Haricot verts with bacon bits and shallot rings; Candied yams with fall spiced toasted marshmallow; Roasted Brussel sprouts with smoked chestnuts, caramelized onions, and maple vinaigrette; Pecan Pie; Banana and vanilla wafer pudding; and Pumpkin pie.$55, $30/kids under 12; Thursday, 2-6 pm; 5750 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Artisan House
Join in the Thanksgiving buffet featuring all the holiday essentials like Roasted Turkey, Honey Cured Ham, Green Bean Casserole, Yukon Gold Potato Puree, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Confit Bacon and Caramelized Young Onions, and Candied Yams with Caramelized Marshmallows, along with not-so traditional offerings like Truffle Mac & Cheese and Pumpkin Crème Brûlée, and Artisan House’s classic brunch offerings. The carving station includes: Traditional Roasted Turkey, Turkey Roulade Stuffed with Brioche Bread and Wild Mushrooms, and House Cured Honey Baked Ham. Desserts include Pumpkin Cheesecake, Pecan Pie, and Pumpkin Crème Brûlée with Whipped Cream. $30, $10/bottomless mimosas; Thursday, 10 am–3 pm; 600 S. Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.622.6333

Major Dave’s Chicken
Major Dave’s Chicken is offering its acclaimed sides to-go for 15% off. Feeding your whole family with Bourbon Baked Beans, Roasted Corn, Whipped Garlic Cauliflower, Honest Mac & Cheese, Roasted Corn Salad with Tomatoes & Feta, and Black Bean and Corn Salad (vegan). Picked up Wednesday, 11 am-9 pm; 163 N Hill Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106; 626.460.8730

M Café
LA’s contemporary macrobiotic café offers a veg-friendly, meat-free Thanksgiving feast to-go—tailored for dietary needs and with no cooking required. M Café’s Thanksgiving feast (to go) includes a choice of entrée, holiday soup, salad, salad and your choice of two additional accompaniments. Entrée selections include a gluten-free Tempeh Loaf or a Smoked Tofu, Pumpkin & Chestnut Terrine en Croûte, with side dishes that include Herbed Bread Stuffing with Almonds & Raisins, Maple-Glazed Acorn Squash, Brussels Sprouts, Whipped Potato & Rutabaga, among many others. Full menu here. $75/2 people; $145/4 people; Brentwood, Melrose (Hollywood), and Beverly Hills; contact Kristel Kim: 213.500.7220 or kristel@thechaya.com

Wally’s Beverly Hills
Wally’s Beverly Hills Executive Chef David Feau will prepare a festive feast ready to take home and serve. A complete meal will be offered for $300 which serves up to 12 people and includes (1) 16 -18 lb turkey, green bean ragout, truffle mashed potatoes, pumpkin gratin, choice of vegetarian or meat stuffing, pan roasted Brussels sprout salad, along with gravy and cranberry sauce. You can also order the same meal with (1/2) 16 -18 lb turkey that serves up to six people for $180. Chef Feau will only be preparing 50 turkeys so these meals will go quickly and be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Orders must be placed 48 hours in advance of November 26. Orders can be picked up on Thursday, 10 am – 3 pm; 447 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA; 310.475.3540

Huckleberry
Order up their Thanksgiving carry-out menu, which includes comforting dishes like Braised Organic Turkey Thighs with white wine, mushrooms, and thyme; Bartell Ranch Beef Brisket; and Savory Cornbread Pudding with butternut squash, kale, caramelized onions, and sage. Save room for one of Co-Owner and Baker Zoe Nathan’s famed desserts, like Maple Walnut Pie, Gluten-Free Orange Cranberry Cake, and Take & Bake items which come in a Pyrex baking dish like Caramel Apple Cranberry Pie and Coffee Cake. Additionally, Milo & Olive’s signature fresh-baked breads, such as Cranberry Walnut Bread and Brioche Dinner Rolls can be added to any Huckleberry Thanksgiving catering order. The entire menu can be viewed here. Order before Friday, November 20, 7 pm; 1014 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.451.2311

Sweet Rose Creamery
Get seasonal ice cream pies (must be ordered five days in advance) like Pumpkin Pie with a ginger cookie crust filled with spiced pumpkin ice cream and topped with whipped milk, pumpkin seeds, and cinnamon sugar; Apple Pie with a graham cracker crust filled with apple pie ice cream and topped with walnut crumble, caramel swirl, and cinnamon sugar; and Pecan Pie with a chocolate cookie crust filled with brown sugar and butter pecan ice cream, and topped with butter pecans ($40 each). Details on special orders can be found here, and orders must be picked up before Thanksgiving Day.

Brite Spot
Dine in or take out Fresh Roasted Turkey Breast, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Baked Yams, House made turkey gravy, House made traditional dressing, House made fresh cranberry sauce, Fresh baked Parker rolls, Slice of freshly baked Pumpkin Pie, and Cup of coffee or soda. They will also offer whole apple pies and whole pumpkin cheesecake ($40) to go – 48 hr order lead time required. (pre-order only with 48 hrs notice required). To pre-order: 213.484.9800. $19.95; Thursday, 2 pm; 1918 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Café Gratitude Arts District
The annual community event brings everyone to Café Gratitude for a 100% organic holiday meal, will make its debut at the restaurant’s newest digs in the Arts District. Similar to years past, you will receive a free composed plate of Chef Dreux Ellis’ plant-based takes on favorite Thanksgiving dishes on a first come, first serve basis. A composed plated feast that includes: Red Lentil Butternut Squash Holiday Loaf, Raw Pecan, Cranberry, Apple Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes with Mushroom Gravy, Roasted Vegetables with Rosemary, Mixed Greens with Persimmon, Pomegranate and Balsamic Vinaigrette, Pumpkin Pie, Apple and Pomegranate Spritzer. Thursday, 11 am–3 pm (or while still available); 300 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles CA 90013; 213.929.5580

Umami Burger
This holiday season Umami Burger is bringing back a fan-favorite, The Holiday Bird! The Holiday Bird has the entire holiday meal in one Umami Burger. It’s made out of signature turkey patty, a cornbread stuffing patty, house-made turkey gravy, fresh ginger-cranberry chutney, spiced Japanese yams and is sprinkled with Umami-dusted fried sage. Umami Burger has also partnered nationally with Meals on Wheels. $1 from every Holiday Bird sold will be donated to Meals on Wheels America. Meals on Wheels America is the oldest and largest national organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based senior nutrition programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior hunger and isolation. Also, The Holiday Bird (and all delicious Umami Burger menu items) is available for delivery through Caviar!

Circa 55
The signature restaurant of The Beverly Hilton serves a modern interpretation of California cuisine with a market-fresh menu that is 95% locally sourced. The restaurant will offer both a brunch and dinner menu. The brunch will feature traditional Thanksgiving dishes including a carved citrus brined roasted turkey, alongside breakfast favorites like eggs benedict and Belgium Waffles. The dinner highlights include a citrus brined roasted turkey with giblet gravy and sage stuffing, and a wood grilled fish with spaghetti squash herb butter. Brunch: $79, $36/kids, Thursday, 11 am-4 pm; Dinner: $60, 6-10 pm; 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Shade Hotel
Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach is hosting a non-traditional meal and Executive Chef Chris Garasic is serving up a prix fixe four-course menu including Potato Leek Soup; Roasted Butternut Squash Salad; Holiday Turkey Meatloaf with Apple Sage Stuffing, Creamed Black Kale and Orange Cranberry Chutney; Down South Pan-fried Turkey Breast with Whipped Sweet Potatoes, Honey Mustard Glazed Heirloom Baby Carrots, Pan Gravy and Cranberry Apple Chutney; and a choice of two desserts: a Pear Cranberry Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream and Spiced Chantilly Cream, or Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake with Candied Pecans, Bacon Ice Cream and Kahlua Crème Anglaise. $60, $12/kids 12 and under; 1221 N Valley Dr, Manhattan Beach, CA; 310.546.4995

Mr. C Beverly Hills
At The Restaurant at Mr. C, you will leave the Thanksgiving cooking to Executive Chef Giuseppe Manco, as he serves up a four-course menu or a Thanksgiving Take-Away menu ($45/person). Menu highlights include House made Pumpkin Ravioli with brown butter and crispy fried sage and Oven Roasted Turkey with Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio Gravy, served with all the fixings including Pistachio and Chestnut Stuffing. An a la carte menu will also be available featuring Cipriani classics like the Beef Carpaccio and Baked White Tagliolini with ham or mushroom. $85 ($35 for wine pairings); Thursday, 11 am–11 pm (pick-up available 10 am–5 pm); 1224 Beverwil Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90035; 310.226.6245; restaurantbh@mrchotels.com

Catherine’s Terrace at Descanso Beach Club
Get out of the city and head to Santa Catalina Island to Descanso Beach Club. Catherine’s Terrace will be hosting a Thanksgiving buffet including carving stations and all the usual fixings. $39, $19/kids; Thursday, 11:30 am-5:30 pm; 1 St. Catherine Way, Avalon, CA 90704

Blue Fire Grill
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, located in Carlsbad, provides another delicious getaway for Thanksgiving. The resort’s Blue Fire Grill, Bistro 65 and Diversions Sport Lounge will all offer special Thanksgiving menus. The prix fixe menu at Blue Fire Grill includes the Julian Cider Brined Berkshire Ham, Spiced Pumpkin Risotto, Pumpkin Mousse Napolean or Orange Rhubarb Streusel Pie. $75, $35/kids; Thursday, 5-10 pm; 2100 Costa Del Mar Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009

1 Pico at Shutters on the Beach
The oceanfront, fine-dining destination will be offering a special Thanksgiving 2015 prix fixe menu. Select a market fresh starter like the Poached Farm Egg & Duck Prosciutto or Seared Scallops; an entrée like the Free Range Mary’s Turkey, American Red Snapper or Scallop Potato & Black Truffle Gratin; followed by an indulgent dessert like the Pumpkin Tart or Butterscotch & Caramelized Pear Trifle. Full menu here. $90; Thursday; 1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90405; 310.587.1707

Cast at Viceroy
Feast on a Carving station with Roasted Mary’s Turkey Breast and Honey-Glazed Ham and a buffet filled with roasted fall fruit and root vegetables, roasted beet salad and burrata, baby Tuscan kale salad, roasted squash, cornbread muffins, chestnut-sausage stuffing, roasted Brussels sprouts, spiced glazed sweet potatoes, buttermilk and roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and roasted mushroom-spinach grits. The dessert buffet includes Pumpkin pie, Chocolate-pecan pie, Apple pie, Cranberry cookies, Apple spice cookies, Coconut bars, and Orange poppy seed pound cake. Specialty cocktails include Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned ($14) made with Knob Creek bourbon, house crafted pumpkin spice syrup, Stoughton’s bitters, and the Spiced Pear Collins ($14) made with Absolut Pear, clove & rosemary syrup, lemon, soda water. $65+, $35+/kids 10 and under, complimentary for children under 5; Thursday, 11 am – 4 pm; 1819 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.260.7511

Cleo at The Redbury Hotel
Join their annual Cleopatra’s Feast in celebration of Thanksgiving. Cleo at The Redbury will offer an exquisite Thanksgiving menu served with a Mediterranean twist. Curated by award-winning Chef Danny Elmaleh, the holiday menu will feature a wide variety of mezzes served family style, choice of specialty salad, entree, and dessert. Dishes include Persimmon & Pomegranate Salad with Goat Cheese; Crispy Spiced Lentils and Chopped Greens; Sauerkraut & Parsnip Latkes with Apple Butter and Smoked Lebaneh; Slow Roasted Spiced Colorado Lamb Shoulder served with Orange Peel, Slivered Almonds, Salsa Verde, Red Wine Jus and more in Cleo’s vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. $65; Thursday, seatings: 3 pm, 5 pm and 7 pm; 1717 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.962.1717; resys here.

Viviane
The newly opened Beverly Hills restaurant from restaurateur Stephane Bombet and Executive Chef Michael Hung will present an all-day feast. The prix-fixe, family-style menu is available in the dining room, adjacent poolside cabanas, or from the comfort of adjoining hotel rooms. Dishes include Galatine of Diestel Farms Turkey with rosemary and sage gravy; Roasted Sugar Pumpkin with bourbon honey glaze; Brioche with wild mushrooms and truffle stuffing; and Caramel Pear Tartine with quatre-épices ice cream and pomegranate reduction. In addition to the Spiced Mulled Cider with Rum featured on the prix-fixe menu, specialty Thanksgiving cocktails from Bar Manager Ryan Wainwright include the Sofa Sleeper made with Wild Turkey 101 Rye, Cranberry Cordial, Lemon Juice, and the Walk It Off, a shot of Cynar and Steigl beer. $68, $25/kids 3-12; Thursday, 11 am–9 pm; The Avalon Hotel, 9400 W Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212; Resys required: 310.407.7791 or visit OpenTable

Bar Mattachine
Ring in Thanksgiving at the bar at DTLA’s welcoming gay craft cocktail bar! Owner Garrett McKechnie is shaking up the Cape Coddah cocktail, an ode to the first Thanksgiving in Massachusetts, with vodka, fresh muddled cranberries and homemade lime cordial poured over crushed ice, along with the Indian Summer, an icy mixture of Olmeca Los Altos tequila, agave, fresh watermelon, lime juice, jalapeño and cilantro. Thursday, 5 pm-2 am; 221 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.278.0471

Turkey Trot Los Angeles 5K and 10K
Turkey Trot Los Angeles returns to DTLA on Thanksgiving morning, inviting runners ages two and up to participate in friendly competition and family fun for Turkey Day. Featuring 5K and 10K courses that start and finish in front of the City Hall, thousands of runners will be dressed in costumes of turkeys, pilgrims and pies will follow a scenic course through Bunker Hill and Spring St. passing by such sites as the new Broad Museum, Grand Park, Walt Disney Concert Hall and MOCA. Bring little ones for the “Widdle Wobble” (ages 2-12), which is a fun run around Grand Park and features a fantastic kid zone. Join in memorable photo opportunities with the 20 ft. tall turkey in front of the City Hall finish line. This event also offers a chance to give back to those in need. Participants are encouraged to donate time or money to The Midnight Mission, the official non-profit partner of Turkey Trot Los Angeles. Funds raised will help to remove obstacles to self-sufficiency and provide the accountability and structure that people who are experiencing homelessness need to rejoin their communities. Turkey Trot Los Angeles is produced by Generic Events, an active lifestyle event marketing and production company, that brings communities together through fitness and fun. Park at 170 S. Olive St. for $9. Register here. $25-$70; Thursday, registration opens: 6:45 am, festival starts: 8 am, 5K: 8 am, 10K: 8:30 am, Widdle Wobble & awards: 10 am; City Hall, 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Go Get Em Tiger‘s Version of Starbucks’ Holiday Drinks
It’s Thanksgiving, which means Go Get Em Tiger is bringing out the holiday-themed coffee beverages. Head to Larchmont Village for their take on popular Starbucks holiday drinks. Their latte is made with house made pumpkin spice syrup and you can order a mini pie made of a pumpkin spice tuile and kabocha squash whipped cream. You crack the pie to drop the cream into the drink, and enjoy an elevated take on the holiday favorite. They are also serving gingerbread lattes made with McConnell’s cardamom and gingersnap ice cream, peppermint mochas, eggnog lattes, and chestnut praline lattes. Besides bottomless brewed coffee, cider, and pies, nothing else from the regular menu will be available. They will also be serving them on New Year’s Eve. Thursday, 8 am-2 pm; 230 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004; 323.380.5359