Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort14 Orange County Restaurants Offering Delectable Take-Out and Dine-In Meals This Thanksgiving Taylor Gorski November 10, 2020 Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on PinterestShare on RedditShare on LinkedInShare on InstagramShare on YouTubeShare on EmailShare on WhatsAppBecause Cooking a Turkey Is the Last Thing You Want to Worry About This Year Written By: Taylor Gorski Orange County Thanksgiving From dining on cozy outdoor patios to picking up fully prepared Thanksgiving dinners to enjoy at home, make Thanksgiving as easy as pie. While traveling to be at a big family gathering may not be in the books, there’s still reasons to celebrate and end the day feeling absolutely stuffed. We’ve rounded up 14 places to either dine or simply pick up turkey dinner in Orange County on Nov. 26. Give thanks, call your loved ones and indulge in an extra slice of pumpkin pie this year. 1 | Thanksgiving in Spain Orange County Thanksgiving Cafe Sevilla Photography Provided By: Cafe Sevilla Photography Provided By: Cafe Sevilla Photography Provided By: Cafe Sevilla Cafe Sevilla’s “Thanksgiving in Spain” is sure to satisfy every family member this Thanksgiving. With a menu full of classics like roasted turkey breast, glazed Black Forest ham and sweet potatoes, along with dishes with a twist—like butternut squash soup with lemon and chive cream and barbacoa pineapple chutney—you’ll be leaving with a full tummy and happy heart. Dine on the spacious outdoor patio or inside (limited capacity), and be grateful there isn’t a kitchen full of dishes this year! Price: $49.50 (adults) and $24.50 (kids) Cafe Sevilla 1870 Harbor Blvd Costa Mesa, CA 92627 949.688.1555 2 | Bay Views Orange County Thanksgiving Tavern House Tavern House welcomes you into their home this Thanksgiving while also offering take-home Thanksgiving dinners. Featuring starters like Maine lobster bisque and an autumn salad along with entrees like salt and black pepper roasted prime rib and grilled Lochlander salmon, these flavors are unlike anything you could cook at home! Dig in while looking out at gorgeous bay views, or pick up a meal without breaking a sweat in the kitchen. Price: $60 (adults) and $24 (kids) Tavern House 333 Bayside Dr Newport Beach, CA 92660 949.673.8464 3 | Delightful Dessert Orange County Thanksgiving Bright Bread Co. Photography Provided By: @lexandthelotus Photography Provided By: @lexandthelotus Heading to a small Friendsgiving gathering? Or maybe you’re looking to brighten your neighbor’s day by leaving a little surprise at their door? Bright Bread Co., a local family-owned business, delivers homemade bread loaves and charcuterie boards directly to your home. A freshly baked loaf of warm festive bread is the perfect gesture for the holidays—never show up empty handed! Shoot them a DM on Instagram to place an order. Price: Varies Bright Bread Co. 4 | Glitz and Glamour Orange County Thanksgiving The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Photography Provided By: The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, By: Jonathan Rouse Photography Provided By: The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, By: Jonathan Rouse A Thanksgiving feast that feeds six to eight people is available to pick up from The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel for $395. Email Marcos Presa at marcos.gonzalez.presa@ritzcarlton.com to reserve your meal today. On-site restaurants RAYA and enoSTEAK are offering prix fixe menus throughout the day at 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel One Ritz-Carlton Dr Dana Point, CA 92629 949.240.2000 5 | Luck of the Irish Orange County Thanksgiving Malarky’s Irish Pub Keep it casual this year and dine at the beloved Malarky’s Irish Pub in Newport Beach. Customers can enjoy an appetizer, carved turkey or prime rib along with sides and dessert. Crack open a cold one and celebrate with friends and family. Price: $29.99 Malarky’s Irish Pub 3011 Newport Blvd Newport Beach, CA 92663 949.675.2340 6 | No Turkeys Allowed Hungry Angelina At Matthew Kinney’s Hungry Angelina at 2ND & PCH, a Thanksgiving menu will be offered alongside their regular menu. From noon to 8 p.m., Brussels leaves, an autumn bowl, campanelle and a pecan bar can be enjoyed. This plant-based restaurant is a crowd pleaser! Hungry Angelina at 2ND & PCH 6400 Pacific Coast Hwy Long Beach, CA 90803 562.247.7272 7 | A Tranquil Thanksgiving Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection Photography Provided By: Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano Photography Provided By: Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano Photography Provided By: Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano Photography Provided By: Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano The recently opened Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano is an incredible setting for Thanksgiving this year. Spend the weekend here and dine at the on-site restaurant, Ysidora, for a carefully crafted Thanksgiving dinner. Options include butter poached crab and adobe-style short rib. The best part? Champagne, a glass of wine and dessert are included with every meal. Price: $90 (per person) Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection 31692 El Camino Real San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 949.503.5700 8 | Pinkie’s Up Orange County Thanksgiving Five Crowns Photography By: Anne Watson Thanksgiving reservations are now available at Five Crowns in Corona del Mar. Between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m., guests are invited to dine in the cozy outdoor courtyard or in the distanced indoor dining room. Don’t miss out on the oven-roasted free-range turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans and cranberry compote. Call to make a reservation before everything is booked! Price: Varies Five Crowns 3801 East Coast Hwy Corona del Mar, CA 92625 949.760.0331 9 | Dine in Decadence Monarch Beach Resort Photography Provided By: Monarch Beach Resort Photography Provided By: Monarch Beach Resort Photography Provided By: Monarch Beach Resort Photography Provided By: Monarch Beach Resort Whether it’s brunch or dinner, Monarch Beach Resort has you covered. Dining options at on-site restaurants Monarch Bay Beach Club, Bourbon Steak Orange County and AVEO Table + Bar are all available. With delectable dishes and spectacular views, this is the Thanksgiving you deserve! Price: $109 per person at Monarch Bay Beach Club, $225 per person at Bourbon Steak Orange County and $119 per person at AVEO Table + Bar Monarch Beach Resort One Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point, CA 92629 949.234.3900 10 | Feel the Breeze Las Brisas Photography Provided By: Las Brisas Photography Provided By: Las Brisas Photography Provided By: Las Brisas Head to Laguna Beach to enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu filled with oysters, steak and lobster enchiladas and pumpkin cheesecake. Waterfront dining, flavorful cuisine and world-class hospitality are just what you need this Thanksgiving. Price: $80 per person Las Brisas 361 Cliff Dr Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949.497.5434 11 | We Meat Again Orange County Thanksgiving Bad to the Bone BBQ Have a feast this Thanksgiving! And with Bad to the Bone BBQ, it’ll require as little work as possible. Offering Diestel organic turkeys straight from the farm and a la carte options, all you have to do is heat the dishes before serving. Prepare for deliciousness! Price: Varies Bad to the Bone BBQ 31738 Rancho Viejo Rd San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 949.218.0227 12 | Al Fresco Celebrations Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Photography Provided By: Balboa Bay Resort Balboa Bay Resort is hosting an al fresco Thanksgiving on their bayfront lawn with seatings at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. We’re lucky enough to have nice weather year-round, so take advantage with a holiday celebration that’s paired with bay views. Dishes include corn bread and brioche stuffing, honeynut squash bisque and sweet potato puree. Price: $98 for adults, $120 for ribeye steak selection Balboa Bay Resort 1221 West Coast Hwy Newport Beach, CA 92663 949.645.5000 13 | Sips Up The Winery, Newport Beach Photographed By: Mariusz Jeglinski Order Thanksgiving dinner from The Winery and celebrate with a chef-curated meal, or dine in for a three-course dinner with views of the bay. Indulge in pumpkin and ricotta ravioli and chocolate cheesecake paired with a bottle of vino. Price: $75 (per person) The Winery, Newport Beach 3131 West Coast Hwy Newport Beach, CA 92663 949.999.6622 14 | Thank You, Mother Photography Provided By: Gracias Madre Photography Provided By: Cafe Gratitude Photography Provided By: Cafe Gratitude Gracias Madre and Cafe Gratitude Cafe Gratitude is offering a variety of Thanksgiving sides to take home and enjoy. Cauliflower mashed potatoes, maple miso Brussels sprouts and chocolate coconut cream pie are just a few of the delicious choices. Gracias Madre’s holiday tamales are back, which pair wonderfully with the sides from Cafe Gratitude. This is your one-stop shop for an all-vegan Thanksgiving. Price: Varies Gracias Madre and Cafe Gratitude 1617 Westcliff Dr, Ste 112 Newport Beach, CA 92660 949.386.8100