46 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY NOVEMBER 21-27, 2024 www.montereycountynow.com EATS The overloaded buffet line is as American as Thanksgiving. After all, to do the holiday meal justice requires seconds—or thirds. And while there are a number of restaurants serving prix fixe sit-down dinners worthy of Turkey Day, as well as establishments offering take-home feasts, the splendor of carving stations, steaming trays of stuffing, platters of Parker House rolls, towers of seafood and more just seem to suit the occasion. Of course, it’s not possible in a small space to list every restaurant and every menu option. There is an extended list of restaurants serving prix fixe dinners on montereycountynow.com. CARMEL VALLEY Carmel Valley Ranch 1 Old Ranch Road, Carmel Valley 11am-2:30pm Obligatory gourd: panzanella Stuffing: thyme-sage Don’t want turkey? Prime rib, ham, salmon Why go? Farm to table Setback: $150; $55/children Lucia Restaurant & Bar 415 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley 11am-3pm Obligatory gourd: butternut squash-ricotta cannelloni Stuffing: andouille sausage Don’t want turkey? Grilled salmon and prime rib Why go? It’s Bernardus Lodge Setback: $165; $65/children MARINA Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette 3295 Dunes Drive, Marina 2-6pm Obligatory gourd: winter squash bisque Stuffing: turkey leg Don’t want turkey? Grilled halibut, ham Why go? The raw bar Setback: $95; $45/children MONTEREY Coastal Kitchen 400 Cannery Row, Monterey 1-7pm Obligatory gourd: pumpkin gnocchi Stuffing: cornbread and turkey sausage Don’t want turkey? Sushi, sea bass, prime rib Why go? Chef, view—take your pick Setback: $135; $49/children Monterey Marriott, Ferrante’s 350 Calle Principal, Monterey 10:30am-4:30pm Obligatory gourd: pumpkin roll Stuffing: cornbread Don’t want turkey? Ravioli and prime rib Why go? Crab cakes station Setback: $89; $79/seniors; $39/children; free/4 and under Portola Hotel 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey 1-8pm Obligatory gourd: roasted acorn squash Stuffing: traditional Don’t want turkey? Prime rib, ham or catch of the day Why go? Ballroom dining Setback: $89.95; $79.95/seniors; $39.95/children; free/5 and under Sea Root 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey 1-7pm Obligatory gourd: butternut squash soup Stuffing: traditional Don’t want turkey? Ham and pan-roasted salmon Why go? 14 dessert choices Setback: $84; $39/children; free/5 and under PEBBLE BEACH Stillwater Bar & Grill 1700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach Noon-6pm Obligatory gourd: Roasted pumpkin and wild rice salad Stuffing: Traditional Don’t want turkey? Pan-roasted salmon, prime rib, roasted pork belly Why go? Ad Astra focaccia tartine station with caviar—plus the view Setback: $155; $77/children; free/5 and under SEASIDE Bayonet & Black Horse 1 McClure Way, Seaside 11am-1pm Obligatory gourd: fall panzanella Stuffing: cornbread Don’t want turkey? Salmon, prime rib or beef braciole Why go? Classic green bean casserole Setback: $80; $35/children; free/4 and under Back for More Restaurants serving Thanksgiving buffets give diners the sense of second-helping home. By Dave Faries Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner • 580 Broadway Ave • Seaside • 831-583-0411 Authentic Mexican Seafood TASTE THE TRADITION! TRY OUR CANTARITO An agave cocktail made with grapefruit soda and citrus Domenico’s on the Wharf features Cioppino-a house specialty, Boat to Table Wild Alaskan Salmon, Oysters Rockefeller are a sample of the many great menu choices. Also enjoy Fine Wines and Cocktails, Desserts and Great Service. A local favorite celebrating 43 yeARS on Old Fisherman’s Wharf. 50 Old FiSheRmAn’S WhARF mOnTeRey • 831-372-3655 www.domenicosmonterey.com Open Daily 11:30am to close Fresh Seafood, Italian Classics, Prime Steaks , with Beautiful Harbor Views. WoodysMontereyAirport.com Monterey regional Airport 200 Fred Kane Drive, Monterey 831-373-1232 open 9am-9pm Every Day Del Mesa Carmel 500 Del Mesa Carmel, Carmel valley 831-624-1854 open Wed-Sun lunch and dinner Woody Don't Know pilgrims Woody Knows reservations Don't get caught in the woods, book your reservation at Woody's! $46 - Apple Cider Brined Diestel Turkey Chef Tim's Famous Baked Brioche Stuffing Double butter whipped potatoes, cranberry sauce, pie, and more!
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