For those looking for a dining alternative that will keep the spirit of Thanksgiving out of the kitchen this year, we’ve put together a list of local South Bay restaurants that will be serving up turkey dinners their own way. Please make sure you call ahead for seating arrangements and reservations.
Located on the Redondo Beach Pier, Kincaid’s makes for an elegant Thanksgiving day meal with a seafood influence. Their traditional turkey dinner is priced at $27.95 and includes slow roasted turkey, chicken apple sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes, chef’s vegetables, cranberry relish, and turkey gravy. Other entrees like Filet Mignon and Rock Salt Roasted Prime Rib will also be on the menu. Pumpkin Pie and an Apple Tart round out the holiday menu. Probably not the most cost effective option for a large family but can be a scenic way to impress out of town guests. Click hereto view Kincaid’s holiday menu. Kincaid’s is located at 500 Fishermans Wharf, Redondo Beach. Call for a reservation (310)318-6080.
Up on Rosecrans in El Segundo, Jackson’s Food & Drink will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with prixe fixe prices: $32 for adults and $16 for kids under 12. It’s a three-course spread with choice of salad, entree, and dessert. Available entrees are herb roasted turkey breast or slow braised turkey leg, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce with pumpkin or pecan pie for dessert. Jackson’s is located at 2041 Rosecrans Ave. #190, El Segundo and parking is complimentary. Call ahead to make a reservation (310) 606-5500. www.jacksonsfoodanddrink.com
Eat, drink, and be thankful at McCormick & Schmick’s this Thanksgiving. McCormick & Schmick’s is serving up a roasted turkey dinner at $24.99 for adults and $9.99 for children under 12. The menu includes roasted turkey, butternut squash bisque or salad, mashed potatoes & gravy, cornbread stuffing, vegetables, and apple squash casserole. Reservations are recommended so call ahead at (310) 416-1123. McCormick & Schmick’s is located at 2101 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo. www.mccormickandschmicks.com
Thanksgiving Day menu at The Kettle in Manhattan Beach.
The Kettle in Manhattan Beach not only serves food all night but will start serving its traditional Thanksgiving meal early in the morning at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. Their Turkey day menu includes white or dark meat turkey, yams, whipped potatoes, cranberry sauce, shaved brussel sprouts, soup or salad and choice of pumpkin or pecan pie for only $19.95. The Kettle does not take reservations and all their regular menu will also be available. The Kettle is located at 1138 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach. www.thekettle.com
One of Redondo Beaches’ best seaside getaways, BALEENkitchen is located at The Portofino Hotel and Marina. BALEENkitchen will be serving up a traditional turkey dinner from 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM and cost is $49.00 for adults ($60.00 with wine pairing) $19.00 for kids. This Thanksgiving Chef Richard Crespin has created a traditional three-course menu for your family to feast on with choices of butternut squash soup, butter & herb roasted turkey, filet cut rib eye and warm pumpkin crème brulee. Great place to celebrate Thanksgiving in style; an after meal walk-about around King Harbor Marina is close by too. Call ahead to make reservations (310)372-1202. BALEENkitchen is located at 260 Portofino Way Redondo Beach. www.baleenkitchen.com
Get cozy and comfortable French-American style this Thanksgiving at Dominique’s Kitchen in Redondo Beach. They will be cooking a three-course prixe fixe meal at $30.99 per person with additional appetizers like escargot, cold cuts, and pate available for $9.99 each. Main course options include braised beef bourguignon, roasted free-range turkey, and pan seared sole fillet. Dominique’s is located at 522 Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach. Call ahead to make a reservation (424) 247-9054. www.dominiqueskitchen.com
Enjoy some of the coolest outside patio dining in the heart of Redondo Beach’s Riviera Village this Thanksgiving. H.T. Grill will be cooking up a buffet style meal from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This year’s buffet is big and scrumptious with turkey (white & dark), prime rib, and pan seared salmon as the main proteins accompanied with traditional side dishes. Cost for adults is $33.00 and $14.95 for kids. Definitely call ahead to make reservations for the buffet (310) 791-4849. H.T. Grill will also offer a Thanksgiving Day platter after 6:00 p.m. for $27.00 per person. H.T. Grill is located at 1701 S. Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach. www.htgrill.com
Not your typical option for a turkey dinner but Vegas Seafood Buffet in Torrance embodies the over-eating spirit of the holidays and will be open for regular business this Thursday. Directly across from BJ’s in the southeastern flank of Del Amo Fashion Center is where Vegas Seafood Buffet sits, eager to welcome in large groups with hearty appetites. The atmosphere is glamorously chic with high ceilings and glitzy chandeliers. Crack open a crab leg, take dessert from a giant chocolate fountain, and stack your plates high this Thanksgiving at Vegas Seafood Buffet, no reservations needed. Cost is $21.95 per person all day. Vegas Seafood Buffet is located at Del Amo Fashion Center, 3525 W. Carson St., in Torrance. www.vbuffet.com