The Holiday and Travel Magazine: CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING IN LOS ANGELES

Saturday, 13 November 2021

CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING IN LOS ANGELES

"O Romeo, Romeo..." | Photo: The Gentle Barn
HOTELS
Visitors and locals alike can enjoy Thanksgiving feasts at LA hotels, and best of all, you don't have to do the dishes.

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills - The hotel's signature restaurant, Culina is serving a lavish Thanksgiving buffet from 10am to 6pm. The buffet includes a Live Breakfast Station (10am-3pm) with omelettes made to order; specialty waffles, seafood & sushi, traditional carving, desserts, and an Italian Wild Forage Station (3pm-6pm). Pricing is $139 for adults, and $65 for children ages 12 and under.
The Garland - Enjoy Thanksgiving under the sycamores at The Front Yard, which is serving a four-course prix fixe menu from noon to 8pm. Entree options include Chipotle Smoked Turkey, Center Cut Filet Medallions, and Chilean Sea Bass. Pricing is $75 for adults and $29 for kids 12 and under. Reservations are required and can be made at The Front Yard website.
Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City - Featuring extravagant Thanksgiving Brunch and Dinner Buffets, Cafe Sierra stations include Turkey Carving, Meat Carving (Roast Leg of Lamb, Stuffed Roasted Pork Loin), Roast Prime Rib of Beef, Roasted Inside Beef Round), Seafood, Sushi, Soup, Salads, and Fruit. Brunch will be served 10:30am - 3pm and is priced at $64 for adults and $24 for kids 5-10. Dinner is 5pm - 10pm and priced at $85/$29.
Hotel June - For a poolside Thanksgiving, dive into the seasonal feast served at Caravan Swim Club from noon to 10pm. The Thanksgiving Plate ("Road Trippin’ Style") is priced at $40 per person, with wine pairings by Hollow Wines.
LINE LA - Chef Josiah Citrin's rooftop oasis, Openaire is serving a three-course prix fixe menu with family-style sides from 1pm to 8pm. Mains include herb-roasted free range turkey, whole roasted dry-aged prime rib, slow-cooked king salmon, or portabella mushroom. Pricing is $85 per person (with optional $30 wine pairing) and $35 for children.
W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills - Enjoy a complete Thanksgiving Dinner at STK Steakhouse, featuring roasted free range turkey with shallot & thyme confit thighs and all the fixings. Pricing is $59 for adults and $29 for kids 12 and under. Add a slice of spiced pumpkin pie for $12. Available for dine-in or takeout from Nov. 25 - Nov. 28.

DINE-IN

Chefs across LA are serving prix fixe menus with traditional favorites and modern twists.
71Above - The highest restaurant west of the Mississippi is serving an elevated three-course Thanksgiving Dinner, featuring Mary's Turkey Breast and family-style sides like Pomme Purée, Mushroom Stuffing, Roasted Carrots, and Mac & Cheese. Pricing is $95 for adults (with optional $48 wine pairing) and $45 for the Children's Dinner.
Bourbon Steak Los Angeles - Located in the Americana at Brand, Michael Mina's modern steakhouse is serving a three-course prix fixe menu for $94 per person. Mains include Roasted Heritage Turkey, Truffled Prime Ribeye Roast and Maine Lobster Pot Pie. Luxurious sharing options include a Shellfish Platter (cast iron broiled or "ice cold") and Black River Caviar (serves 4-6).
Geoffrey’s - Enjoy spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean as you dine on Geoffrey's three-course Thanksgiving Menu. Entree options include roast turkey roulade stuffed with spinach bread pudding; grilled filet mignon, slow-braised lamb shank, pan-seared day boat scallops, and herb-crusted Atlantic salmon. Pricing is $88 per person, $65 for kids 12 and under.
Gwen - Curtis and Luke Stone's acclaimed Hollywood fine dining restaurant and butcher shop is serving a Thanksgiving Menu for $90 per person. The four-course menu features Carrot & Apple Soup, Grilled Little Gem, Josper Roasted Turkey Crown (18-hour braised turkey leg, maple turkey gravy), sides for the table to share, and Sticky Toffee Pudding.
Meat On Ocean - The three-course Thanksgiving Menu features a choice of Roasted Diestel Family Ranch Turkey or Nueske's Applewood Smoked Spiral Ham for entree, along with Clam Chowder, Pumpkin Cheesecake and more course options. Pricing is $68 per person, and $25 for children 12 and under.
Saddle Peak Lodge - Nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains, the Lodge is serving a four-course Thanksgiving Menu that features a traditional Roasted Mary's Free Range Turkey Plate and more exotic fare, such as Bison Tartare and Seared New Zealand Elk Tenderloin. Pricing is $125 for adults and $65 for the Children's Meal.