Don’t feel like cooking a Thanksgiving feast this year? Don’t worry, there are plenty of local restaurants that will do it for you! As your Central Coast real estate agent, allow me to fill you in on your Thanksgiving options, so that you can make a reservation and a plan with family and friends.

Here is where you can find traditional Thanksgiving favorites in Monterey County on Nov. 24:

• The Big Sur Inn Restaurant will supply you with traditional dishes and amazing views. Enjoy herb-roasted turkey with mushroom dressing, sweet potatoes, cranberry relish and more. Cost is $55 for adults and $15 for kids under age 12.

• Fandango Restaurant in Pacific Grove will provide a meal of duckling pate, olives and Basque salad, with choice of entrée including roasted turkey, roast sirloin, grilled salmon, ham or others, with a variety of desserts to top it off. Cost is $38.95 for adults and $16.50 for kids under age 12.

• Anton & Michel in Carmel-by-the-Sea has all of your traditional favorites this year as part of their three-course Thanksgiving feast. Options include butternut squash soup, roasted turkey, cornbead stuffing and pumpkin cheesecake. It’ll feel like you’re at home! Cost is $42 for adults and $21 for kids under 12.

• Carmel Valley Ranch in Carmel Valley has a farm-to-table meal waiting for you on Thanksgiving. The buffet-style feast will feature apple cider brined Diestel turkey breast, honey lavender cornbread, maple butternut squash soup and other favorites, with a flair. Cost is $75 for adults, $30 for kids 5-12 and free for kids four and under. They also have to-go traditional turkey dinners available!

• Portola in Monterey is beginning a new tradition in their Grand Ballroom! Enjoy California cheeses and cured meats, carved-to-order turkey, prime rib, maple glazed ham, traditional sides and decadent desserts. Cost is $54.95 for adults, $39.95 for seniors, $25.95 for kids 6-12 and free for kids under five.

• Peter B’s Brewpub in Monterey is the perfect place for families looking for a casual, affordable Thanksgiving option. Stop by for a full-on Thanksgiving dinner, including turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie! Enjoy some beers with dinner, too. Cost is $14.99 per plate.

• Bayonet and Black Horse has a Thanksgiving buffet waiting for you in Seaside. Enjoy several salads, roasted turkey, all of your favorite side dishes, roasted prime beef, pan seared salmon, chicken marsala and more. Cost is $35.95 for adults, $17.95 for kids 6-12, and free for kids under four.

For more places to dine on Thanksgiving in Monterey County, check out this See Monterey article. If you have a recommendation of where to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal on the Central Coast, please share it with the rest of us in the comments!

Enjoy making plans for your upcoming holiday feast, and when you’re ready to accomplish your Central Coast real estate market goals, contact me. I am your Monterey County real estate agent, standing by and ready to help!

Grace Borzini

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