O.C. Thanksgiving Restaurant Dining Deals & To-Go Specials 2021

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Thanksgiving 2021 falls on Thursday, Nov. 25. Have your feasting plans in place?

For those wishing to keep kitchen prep at a minimum, options abound throughout Orange County, with restaurants offering in-house, chef-prepped dining specials and gourmet meals, sides or tasty treats and desserts for takeout.

Peruse our annual Thanksgiving dining guide — with choices for all price ranges — to find what appeals to your family. Do note, many establishments require advance notice for to-go orders. For restaurant dining, reservations typically are recommended.

And to all of our readers, Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!

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BASKIN-ROBBINS: The iconic, all-ice cream Turkey Cake is back! With praline glaze and two sugar cone legs on top of a frosting garnish, this “turkey” can be ordered with choice of ice cream. Participating shops are offering $5 off any cake purchase of $35 or more through Nov. 25. Plus, from Thanksgiving Day through Nov. 30, guests can score free kid's scoop with minimum $15 purchase. Info here.

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BLACK ANGUS: Thanksgiving diners can choose to eat in-house with a turkey dinner, with all of the trimmings ($24.99 per adult or $10.99 per child), or order a Feast To Go. Takeout includes salad, molasses bread, roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, sweet potatoes, broccoli, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. Three take-out choices: for four for $99.95, eight for $199.95 or 12 for $299.95. Meals available for curbside pickup and can be ordered online. Location finder here.

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BILLY'S AT THE BEACH: On Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 24, a "Late Night Luau" is planned 9 p.m. to close. On the menu, such fan-favorite, tropical bites as Kalua pork sliders, coconut shrimp, ahi tacos, Hawaiian BBQ ribs & Cho Cho Beef Skewers. To reserve, visit Billysatthebeach.net or call (949) 722-1100. Location: 2751 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach.

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BOSTON MARKET: Thanksgiving heat & serve dinners are on the menu for a hassle-free celebration. Meals feature entrees, appetizers, sides and pies to feed four to 12. Options include: whole roasted turkey; mashed potatoes, stuffing, spinach artichoke dip and pies, plus a la carte sides. A 12-person package is $169.99, while another serving four to six is $119.99, although prices may vary by location. Preorder by Nov. 22 for pick-up. Details here. There are 24 Boston Markets throughout California.

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BUCA DI BEPPO: Celebrate at home with a Thanksgiving to-go feast from Buca di Beppo. Comes with white meat turkey, homestyle gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. (Three servings $78.99; six servings $148.) Takeout is prepared cold to heat & enjoy, or hot and ready to serve. Order deadline: 8 a.m. Nov. 23. Order online here. "It’s as easy as pumpkin pie." California locales include: BREA; GARDEN GROVE; HUNTINGTON BEACH.

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CAFE GRATITUDE: Pre-order pies & sides, all plant-based, via website before supplies run out. Specials include: Cranberry Roasted Butternut Squash & Garnet Yams $35; Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes $25; Truffled Porcini Gravy $18; Maple Miso Brussels Sprouts $35; Pear & Pomegranate Chutney $18; French Lentil & Butternut Squash Loaf $35; Persimmon & Pomegranate Salad $35; and, of course, gluten-free pumpkin, chocolate coconut cream & apple pies $28. Order deadline Nov. 21 for pick-up at locations in Arts District, Larchmont, Newport Beach, San Diego & Venice. Also, a gift card promotion runs Nov. 16 to Dec. 31: Buy $100 gift card online or in-store & receive $25 bonus card. Website here.

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CLAIM JUMPER STEAKHOUSE: Dine in or carry out this Thanksgiving. Dine in features special, three-course menu that includes turkey, ham, prime rib, plus salads & pie. Takeout holiday platters include turkey, ham or turkey & ham combo, plus garlic cheese bread, Caesar salad, stuffing, roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, sweet mashed potatoes, orange cranberry relish & dessert. See details here. Restaurants in Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Mission Viejo.
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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Gather the family for a BBQ, heat & eat takeout feast, available for pickup or delivery. Choose from: Complete or Dinner Feasts: smoked turkey, prime rib, peppercorn garlic prime rib, Cajun-fried turkey or ham, with dressing, gravy, potato casserole, green beans, rolls (ORDER for Complete Feast or ORDER for Dinner Feast) . Additional options: à La Carte Menu: ORDER here; or Holiday Big Yellow Box, with ready-to-eat feast with turkey, dressing, gravy, potato casserole, green beans & buttery rolls (ORDER here.) Click here to view heating instructions for heat & eat feasts. Order links here. There are 68 Dickey's in California. Find one near you.
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EDDIE V'S: Dine 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. on a luxe Thanksgiving dinner, with turkey, butternut squash, mashed potatoes and Pumpkin Pie Tartlet, (Adult $43; Child $15) while enjoying live music, Veuve Clicquot champagne and signature cocktails, including the color-changing Hope Diamond. Book online: See full menu & links. Locations: El Segundo; La Jolla; Newport Beach; Palm Desert; San Diego.

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EL POLLO LOCO: Celebrate pollo-style with such seasonal family deals as: "Holiday Familia Dinner " (10 pieces of chicken with salsa, two large sides & tortillas for $20); Chicken Pozole Verde  (chicken &  hominy simmered in broth of tomatillo, garlic, onion & chiles); Mexican Hot Chocolate (blend of Rich Abuelita Chocolate with cinnamon, vanilla, whipped cream &  cinnamon sugar); or tamales ( handmade tamales, available a la carte or in family bundles of six or 12.) Details. Location finder here.

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GELSON'S: No matter the size of your gathering, Gelson's can accommodate with complete pre-cooked holiday dinners, à la carte meats & sides. Among choices: roasted turkey & gravy; glazed ham; prime rib; cornbread stuffing; cranberry sauce; yam soufflé; mashed cauliflower; creamed spinach; Brussels sprouts; mashed potatoes; plus slow-roasted brisket & plant-based roasts. Order deadline is Nov. 23, with pick up Nov. 20 through Dec. 1. Gelson’s closes early Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, so orders need to be picked up by 1 p.m. Info here.

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GRACIAS MADRE: Holiday tamale season is back at these WeHo & Newport Beach spots. Pre-order such tamale offerings & seasonal sides as: Poblano Rajas Tamales $54; Jackfruit Tamales $54; Guajillo Tamales $54; Pesto Brussels Sprouts $30; Trio Braised Beans with Kale $25; Roasted Yams $30; & more. Order via website by Nov. 21. Or take advantage of gift card promotion, running Nov. 16 through Dec. 31: Buy $100 Gracias Madre gift card online or in-store & receive $25 bonus card. Website here. Locations: 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood; and 1617 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach.

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LAS BRISAS: Enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu o Thanksgiving, with such choices as Lobster Salad, Cured Duck Breast, Chile Rubbed Turkey, Butternut Squash Tamales, Shrimp Tampiqueños, Seared Salmon & Pumpkin Cheesecake. $80 per adult, plus a $23 kids menu with Turkey Plate and Apple Bread Pudding for dessert. Details here. At 361 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach.

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LAZY DOG RESTAURANTS: Holiday offering includes an old-school, limited -time "Roasted Turkey TV Dinner," with roasted turkey breast, house-made gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet corn, stuffing & salted caramel pumpkin cheesecake. "Made in-house, frozen in retro-style trays, and ready to pop in the oven when you need them." Order up here. Golden State's Lazy Dog locales listed here.

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LUCILLE'S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-QUE: The chain is offering two sizes of family feasts for takeout — for six or more ($165.99) & for 10 or more ($219.99). Included turkey or ham, or a combo, with sides of garlic mashed potatoes, stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes, gravy, vegetables, cranberry sauce, biscuits & apple butter and a whole pumpkin pie. Orders due by Nov. 23. Ordering info here. Dine-in also option. Find O.C. restaurants here.
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MACARONI GRILL: Pre-order Thanksgiving meal to-go for at-home dining or celebrate at restaurants (29.99 for adults; kids $15) with traditional, three-course dinner of salad/soup, turkey & sides and pumpkin or traditional cannolis or pumpkin tiramisu. Takeout serves five to 10, with turkey, sides, gravy & dessert. Orders due Nov. 21 for pick up Nov. 23-25. Order online or call 888-MAC-GRILL. *While supplies last. Meal served cold to be heated at home. Ordering info here. Locales found here.
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MARIE CALLENDER'S: Select from take-home feasts with ham or turkey. (Serving four to six from $129.99-$144.99, but prices may vary by locale.) Menu includes mashed potatoes, cornbread, apple-sage stuffing, gravy, veggies, roasted yams & cranberry sauce. See info here. Find your nearest Marie Callender's here.

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MCCORMICK & SCHMICK'S SEAFOOD & STEAKS: Whether you dine in Thanksgiving Day or bring home a takeout meal ... start planning. Pre-order to-go feasts by Nov. 22 ($189, serving four to six) with roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, apple squash casserole, cranberry sauce, butternut squash bisque, greens, pumpkin pie & sourdough bread. Or select a on-site dinner with a traditional turkey dinner, with all the classic staples. Check here for info & booking details. Sites in Anaheim & San Francisco.
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NORMS: A $59.99 Holiday Family Meal, that serves four, can be ordered for takeout or delivery. Included: turkey; mashed potatoes; gravy; stuffing; cranberry sauce; gumbo; salad; and apple or pumpkin pie. See website here. Order info here. Find NORMS locations here throughout Los Angeles, Orange & Riverside counties.

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ORANGE HILL RESTAURANT: Dine-in for a three-course brunch (10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) or a la carte traditional turkey dinner (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) Menu details & booking info here. At 6410 East Chapman Ave., Orange.

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RED LOBSTER: Keep holiday festivities easy with free delivery on orders placed via RedLobster.com Nov 22-29, including party platters & family feasts. Plus, check out twist on traditional Thanksgiving stuffing with release recipe for Cheddar Bay Biscuit® Stuffing. See info & recipe here. See California locales here.

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ROUTE 22 RESTAURANT & BAR: Celebrate Thanksgiving with special, three-course, prix fixe menu, highlighting roasted turkey, roast prime rib, sweet bread pudding & more. Info. At Anaheim Marriott Suites, 12015 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove.

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RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: Thanksgiving offerings are available for in-restaurant or pick-up. The traditional dinner includes a starter choice, turkey, Ruth’s Sausage and Herb Stuffing, homemade gravy, cranberry relish, a side & dessert. Sides to-go also an option. Preorders due Nov. 22. See menu, ordering & reservation details here. Locales in Walnut Creek, Sacramento, Roseville, Fresno, Woodland Hills, Pasadena, Marina del Rey, Anaheim, Irvine, Del Mar, Palm Desert & San Diego.

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SEASONS 52: Celebrate with in-house dining or with takeout Thanksgiving Green Box dinners. Among menu offerings: oven-roasted turkey, cranberry relish, mashed butternut squash & Pumpkin Pie Mini Indulgence dessert. Boxes serve four to six people and are available for pick-up Nov. 24-25. Pre-orders and reservations online here. Restaurants in Costa Mesa, Sacramento & UTC San Diego.

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SERENGETI GRILL: Save your seats for a special, three-course, prix fixe Thanksgiving menu from Executive Chef Ruben, featuring butternut squash soup or cranberry & walnut salad, turkey, prime rib, pecan pie or sweet bread pudding & more. Located at Embassy Suites, 11767 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove. Info here.

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THE CAPITAL GRILLE: Celebrate with a chef-prepared dinner in the restaurant or at home. In-house dining will feature turkey with brioche stuffing, French green beans with Marcona almonds, cranberry-pear chutney & mashed potatoes, with options for mashed sweet potatoes and pumpkin cheesecake. Takeout offers a bundle of such Thanksgiving sides as brioche stuffing, pecan-crusted sweet potatoes with hot honey, rolls, potatoes & more. Preorders placed online here in advance for Nov. 24-25 pick-up. Locations in Costa Mesa & Los Angeles.

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THE PIE HOLE: The bakery is accepting online local pickup/delivery and nationwide shipping pre-orders here at all locations, including new site in Anaheim, until Friday, Nov. 19. Menu options include: 9-inch Turkey Pot Pie with side of cranberry sauce; Moe’s Pumpkin Pie; Mom’s Apple Crumble Pie; Salted, Caramel Pecan Pie; Mac n Cheese side; mashed potato side and salads. Info here. Locations in Hollywood, Arts District LA, Orange, Pasadena, Anaheim & Gelson's Mart in Santa Monica.

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URBAN PLATES: Thanksgiving to-go packages, with antibiotic-free, non-GMO, free-range turkey, organic produce & scratch-made sides, are offered with array of options: Turkey Family Feast ($139, serves 6-8) with turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry relish, bread, two sides; Turkey Family Meal ($79, serves 4) turkey, stuffing, Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry relish, rustic bread; Turkey Plate ($19.95, serves 1) turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry relish, bread, side; plus Family Sides To-Go and desserts. Quantities may be limited (some sold out last year), so order soon. Locales in San Francisco Bay Area and San Diego, Orange and Los Angeles counties. Ordering info here.

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