(updated November 2025)
If you’re looking for a memorable Thanksgiving dinner in Carlsbad, California, look no further. Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and indulge in a feast of traditional dishes. Carlsbad boasts an array of restaurants that serve up mouthwatering turkey, delectable sides, and scrumptious desserts. This article explores some of the best Thanksgiving restaurants in Carlsbad.
As a local for over twenty years, our family spends every Thanksgiving in Carlsbad. This post lists the best Carlsbad restaurants open on Thanksgiving. Whether you plan to dine in, or order your holiday meal to-go, these restaurants serve a delicious Thanksgiving dinner that is sure to leave you feeling grateful and satisfied. Keep reading to find out which Carlsbad restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day.
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Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner in Carlsbad
Without question, the Thanksgiving holiday is all about the food! If you want to skip the stress of making your holiday dinner from scratch, visit one of the Carlsbad restaurants open for Thanksgiving.
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1. VIGILUCCI’S CUCINA ITALIANA
If you are looking for a Carlsbad Village restaurant for Thanksgiving, check out Vigilucci’s Cucina Italiana. Their Thanksgiving menu offers pasta, fish, rib eye and prime rib. Other mouthwatering Italian favorites include pan seared scallops, cioppino, and chicken parmesan. They even offer a traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner complete with mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans and cranberry sauce.
The Thanksgiving menu at Cucina Italiana is served:
- November 27, 2025 11:30 am- 9:00 pm
- Prices are noted on the menu
- Kids menu for ages 12 and under is $14 for a variety of pizza or pasta dishes
Address for Vigilucci’s in Carlsbad Village:
- 2943 State Street Carlsbad, CA 92008
Seeking Stamps Tip: Book your Carlsbad Thanksgiving dinner reservation here. Vigilucci’s Trattoria in Leucadia is also serving Thanksgiving dinner south of Carlsbad.
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2. VIGILUCCI’S STEAK & SEAFOOD
For ocean views and a delicious feast, visit the second Vigilucci’s location in Carlsbad. Vigilucci’s Steak and Seafood is serving lunch and dinner with salad, pasta, fish, steak and dessert options this Thanksgiving. It’s prime location offers stunning sunset views of the Pacific that can’t be beat.
Vigilucci’s Thanksgiving is served:
- The Vigilucci’s Thanksgiving lunch menu is available 11:30 am- 3:00 pm
- Vigilucci’s Thanksgiving dinner menu is available 3:00 pm- 9:00 pm
- Prices are noted on their menu and cost $25 for children 12 and under.
Vigilucci’s Address:
- 3878 Carlsbad Boulevard Carlsbad, CA 92008
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3. CHANDLER’S RESTAURANT
Soak up stunning beach views this Thanksgiving at Chandler’s Restaurant. At the Cape Rey Hotel, they are serving up a coastal Thanksgiving buffet. Chandler’s Thanksgiving dinner includes a raw bar, charcuterie, soup, salad, carving station, hot buffet, and dessert station. This is one of the best Carlsbad restaurants with an ocean view!
Chandler’s Thanksgiving Buffet is served:
- All American breakfast buffet offered from 7:00 am-10:00 am $25 per person
- Thanksgiving buffet brunch from 11:30-3:30 for $100 per person
- A three-course Thanksgiving dinner is also available from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $80 per person
- Prices are $40 for children 12 and under.
Cape Rey Hotel Address:
- 1 Ponto Road Carlsbad, CA 92011
Seeking Stamps Tip: Call to make reservations for Thanksgiving dinner at Chandler Carlsbad (760) 683- 5500.
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4. GREEN DRAGON TAVERN
For a tasty holiday meal without the stress, celebrate Thanksgiving at the historic Green Dragon Tavern. The expansive holiday buffet includes charcuterie, salad, and carving station with prime rib, roasted turkey breast, and salmon. For reservations call (760) 918-2421.
Thanksgiving Buffet at Green Dragon Tavern:
- Green Dragon Buffet is offered 11:30 am- 4:00 pm
- Prices are $79.99 for adults, $29.99 for children ages 5-10.
Address for Green Dragon Tavern:
- 6115 Paseo Del Norte Carlsbad, CA 92011
Seeking Stamps Tip: This is another great restaurant for Thanksgiving dinner near Legoland in Carlsbad.
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5. 20|TWENTY
A fabulous option for Thanksgiving dinner is 20 Twenty Grill at the Westin Carlsbad Resort and Spa. They offer a hearty prix fixe menu for their Thanksgiving dinner in Carlsbad. The 20 Twenty Thanksgiving menu includes selections of appetizers, entrees including turkey, salmon, prime rib or stuffed acorn squash. This is an excellent restaurant for Thanksgiving near Legoland and the Carlsbad Flower Fields.
20 Twenty Grill is serving Thanksgiving:
- 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Price is $94 per person
Address for The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa:
- 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008
Seeking Stamps Tip: Make your reservation for Thanksgiving at 20|Twenty on OpenTable.com.
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6. THE CANYONS RESTAURANT
Next, consider a Thanksgiving brunch at the Canyons Restaurant at the Crossings Golf Course. Enjoy a holiday meal crafted by Executive Chef Felix Jimenez. Relax with live music and distant ocean views from the patio. Enjoy traditional dishes such as roasted turkey, prime rib, honey glazed ham, herb stuffing, fresh salads, seafood, dessert station, and more.
Thanksgiving at the Canyons is served:
- 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Prices are $105 Adult, $89 Seniors, $49 Kids 4-12, Kids 3 & Under Eat FREE
- Includes a complimentary glass of champagne. Bottomless mimosas, John Dalys, or Bloody Marys are also available for $22 each.
- Make your Thanksgiving reservations online.
Address for The Crossings Golf Course:
- 5800 The Crossings Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008
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7. PARK HYATT AVIARA
This year, Ember and Rye at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is serving up a festive Thanksgiving brunch and dinner. The Thanksgiving brunch menu includes a seafood station, carved meats, breakfast station, and pastries.
A Thanksgiving feast is also served at Ponte Lago which includes your choice of prime rib, turkey roulade, local catch and more.
Ember and Rye Thanksgiving is served November 27, 2025:
- Brunch is offered from 10:30 am-2:30 pm. Prices are $165 for adults and $65 for children ages 2-12.
- Thanksgiving dinner at Ember and Rye is available from 5:00 pm- 8:30 pm. Prices as listed on the menu.
Ponte Lago Thanksgiving:
- Thanksgiving dinner 4:00 pm- 8:30 pm
- Prices start from $115 per adult and $50 for children over 2.
Address for Park Hyatt Aviara Resort & Spa:
- 7100 Aviara Resort Drive Carlsbad, CA 92011
Seeking Stamp Tip: Make sure to book your Thanksgiving dinner reservation at Ponto Lago on Opentable.com
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8. OMNI LA COSTA
The Omni La Costa Hotel is serving Omni La Costa Thanksgiving Meal Boxes with all your holiday favorites.
- Available for pre-order October 14, 2025-November 21, 2025
- Includes turkey, stuffing, green beans and all the fixings plus add-ons of pie and more.
- For more information call (760) 438-9111.
Address for Omni La Costa Resort & Spa:
- 2100 Costa Del Mar Road Carlsbad, CA 92009
Seeking Stamps Tip: This is one of the best SD restaurants offering Thanksgiving meals to-go.
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9. TIN LEAF FRESH KITCHEN
In the heart of La Costa, Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen is another restaurant offering Thanksgiving meals to go. These roasted turkey family feasts serve 4-6. These fully cooked meals includes butternut squash soup, green salad, sage stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted brussels sprouts and you can add bottles of wine to your order.
Tin Leaf Thanksgiving To-Go:
- Price for the Thanksgiving Family Feast is $150.
- Order your online.
- Pick-up order 11/26 between 10:15 am-4:00 pm.
Address for Tin Leaf:
- 6985 El Camino Real Carlsbad, CA 92009
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10. URBAN PLATES
Grab a turkey feast from Urban Plates this holiday. They offer Thanksgiving meals in a variety of sizes to suit your needs. Meals include all the traditional things you love including turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, bread and sides.
Urban Plates Carlsbad Thanksgiving Meals To-go:
- Family feast $184.95 (serves 6-8)
- Family meal $104.95 (serves 4)
- Turkey Plate $25.95 (serves 1)
- Family sides to-go $18.95
- Trays of chilled sides $32.95 (2 sides that serve 6-8)
- Whole Pies to-go $23.95-$59
- Must be pre-ordered by 11/23 and picked up on 11/25 or 11/26 (check the website for hours)
Address for Urban Plates Carlsbad:
- 1923 Calle Barcelona Carlsbad, CA 92009
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Thanksgiving Dinner Carlsbad: Final Thoughts
In conclusion, Carlsbad offers a variety of exceptional dining options for a delicious Thanksgiving feast. Without question, these fabulous restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in Carlsbad will leave you feeling satisfied and grateful! Stay in San Diego for special Thanksgiving events that will be memorable for years to come.
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