Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving 2026 in Orange County

Skipping the cooking and the cleanup is a fair way to spend the holiday. Plenty of Orange County restaurants stay open on Thanksgiving Day, from hotel buffets and steakhouses to neighborhood spots that swap in a set holiday menu for the day.

Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. A handful of restaurants have already posted their 2026 plans. For the rest, each listing notes what they have offered in past years, and the 2026 status is updated as details are released.

Prefer to eat at home? See our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide for turkey feasts and sides to pick up.

Looking specifically for a buffet? Jump to Thanksgiving buffets, prices and hours below. Check before you go: Book ahead, since holiday tables fill early. Many restaurants replace their regular menu with a set holiday menu on Thanksgiving, and hours often differ from a normal Thursday. Confirm the menu, hours and reservation policy directly with the restaurant.

Confirmed Thanksgiving 2026 Reservations

These restaurants have published 2026 Thanksgiving Day dining details: Orange County Mining Co. (buffet, 11 a.m.–7 p.m., $57 adults), Garden Court Bistro (buffet, 2–8 p.m., $49 adults), Tangerine Room (buffet, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., $95 adults), The Ranch (2–9 p.m.), The Cellar (seatings 3–6:30 p.m., $94.95), Il Fornaio Irvine (four courses, $59), Bistango (prix fixe, $85), The Cannery (prix fixe, $80), Splashes (noon–8 p.m., $190), Ysidora (1–8 p.m., $90), Fleming’s (from 11 a.m.), Black Angus (11 a.m.–9 p.m., $29.99) and Paul Martin’s (11 a.m.–8 p.m., $49). 21 Oceanfront, VIEW, Prego, Orange Hill, Habana Costa Mesa, The Winery Newport Beach, Five Crowns, both OC Mastro's locations, Seasons 52, The Capital Grille, Texas de Brazil, Balboa Bay Resort, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel and Montage Laguna Beach have also posted Thanksgiving Day plans. Reservations, prices and fees can change, so check with the restaurant before booking.

Thanksgiving Restaurants at a Glance

Prix Fixe & Special Menus

21 Oceanfront

21 Oceanfront Thanksgiving dinner — Newport Beach

21 Oceanfront is serving Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m. Its prix fixe is advertised at $99 per person on its reservation listing, which also notes a 20% gratuity. Confirm seating times, menu choices and any additional charges when booking.

VIEW Restaurant & Lounge

VIEW Restaurant & Lounge Thanksgiving at VEA Newport Beach — 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach

VIEW is advertising a three-course Thanksgiving dinner on November 26, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m., reported at $128 per person, with turkey, sea bass and vegetarian entrée choices. Confirm the current menu and reservation availability directly with the restaurant.

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar

Newport Beach Thanksgiving menu

Address: 3131 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Address: 2647 Park Ave., Tustin, CA 92782

The Winery pairs a steakhouse menu with a long wine list at both of its Orange County locations. For Thanksgiving, guests choose a starter and a main from a set holiday menu, with maple-glazed turkey and the classic sides among the mains.

2026 status: Newport Beach has posted a three-course prix fixe for Thursday, November 26, 2026, at $95 per guest. Tustin has not posted its 2026 Thanksgiving menu yet, so call that location to confirm.

The Ranch Restaurant

The Ranch Thanksgiving Dinner

Address: 1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 817-4200

This Anaheim steakhouse serves Thanksgiving dinner in its dining room, with a mix of holiday classics and a limited selection of regular menu items. Holiday reservations fall under a stricter cancellation policy, so read the terms when booking.

2026 status: Posted. Thanksgiving Dinner runs Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 2 to 9 p.m. Prices are $55 for roast turkey, $82 for prime rib, $78 for filet mignon and $45 for the kids menu.

Il Fornaio

Il Fornaio Thanksgiving 2026 · Il Fornaio Irvine

Address: 18051 Von Karman Ave, Irvine, CA 92612

This Italian restaurant near the Irvine business district serves a fixed-price holiday menu (Prezzo Fisso) alongside its regular à la carte menu.

2026 status: Posted. The four-course Thanksgiving menu is $59 for adults and $25 for kids 12 and under, with à la carte also available; happy hour is not offered that day. A Thanksgiving dinner to go for four ($236) is also offered; order by noon Tuesday, November 24.

Prego

Prego Thanksgiving menu

Address: 2409 Park Ave, Tustin, CA 92782

Known for house-made pasta, Prego has served a Thanksgiving prix fixe in past years, built around roast turkey breast with focaccia stuffing and seasonal sides.

2026 status: Posted. Thanksgiving dine-in runs Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the last seating at 6:30 p.m. The prix fixe has been reported at $65 for adults and $35 for kids; confirm current pricing with the restaurant. Prego also offers Thanksgiving to go; see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide.

Las Brisas

Las Brisas

Address: 361 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Set on the bluff next to the Laguna Art Museum, Las Brisas looks out over Heisler Park and the ocean. It has offered a multi-course Thanksgiving dinner in past years; last year’s was four courses for $115, with a family-style dinner for four at $400.

2026 status: Not yet announced. Call 949-497-5434 to confirm.

Lumberyard

Lumberyard Thanksgiving

Address: 384 Forest Ave #10, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

This downtown Laguna Beach restaurant has served a three-course Thanksgiving dinner in past years, in addition to its regular menu.

2026 status: Not yet announced.

Haven Point Provisions & Spirits

Sonesta Irvine dining

Address: 17941 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 471-1242

The restaurant inside Sonesta Irvine has hosted a family-style Thanksgiving dinner with a multi-course menu in past years.

2026 status: Not yet announced. Call the hotel for this year’s plans.

Domenico's on the Lake

Domenico's on the Lake

Address: 27782 Vista Del Lago, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Domenico's sits right on Lake Mission Viejo and has offered a three-course Thanksgiving meal in past years.

2026 status: Not yet announced.

Chart House

Chart House Thanksgiving · Chart House Dana Point

Address: 34442 Street of the Green Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

This Dana Point seafood restaurant overlooks the harbor and has served a three-course Thanksgiving menu with both turkey and seafood options in past years.

2026 status: Chart House has posted a chain-wide Thanksgiving menu for November 26, 2026: three courses for $75 or a turkey dinner for $65. Confirm participation and pricing with the Dana Point location.

Stella's

www.stellasitalian.com

Address: 17 Monarch Bay Plaza, Dana Point, CA 92629

For an Italian meal instead of turkey, Stella's regular menu covers starters like crab cakes and bruschetta and brick-oven dishes like lasagna.

2026 status: Not yet announced. Call to confirm holiday hours.

Henry's Coastal Cuisine

Henry's Coastal Cuisine

Address: 21100 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Located at The Waterfront Beach Resort across from the sand, Henry’s has offered a four-course Thanksgiving dinner with ocean views in past years.

2026 status: Not yet announced.

Habana

Habana Costa Mesa Thanksgiving reservations · Habana holidays

Address: 708 Spectrum Center Dr Suite 708, Irvine, CA 92618
Address: 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Habana has put a Cuban spin on Thanksgiving in past years with a multi-course prix fixe that ran from a mojito salad through turkey to Caribbean flan.

2026 status: Costa Mesa lists a three-course Thanksgiving lunch and dinner on November 26, 2026, at $68 for adults and $38 for kids, with a $35-per-person fee for cancellations within two days. Irvine has not posted 2026 plans.

Bistango

Bistango Thanksgiving menu

Address: 19100 Von Karman Ave, Irvine, CA 92612

This New American restaurant in Irvine serves a Thanksgiving prix fixe with butternut squash soup or pear salad, a turkey entrée, and pumpkin cheesecake.

2026 status: Posted. The 2026 Thanksgiving menu is three courses for $85, with a two-course kids menu for $40; à la carte is also available.

Bayside Restaurant

Bayside Thanksgiving menu

Address: 900 Bayside Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Bayside has served a three-course Thanksgiving menu with live music in past years.

2026 status: The restaurant’s Thanksgiving menu page lists three courses for $87 and a kids menu for $40. Confirm the date and seating times when booking.

Pacific Hideaway

Pacific Hideaway Thanksgiving

Address: 500 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Across Pacific Coast Highway from the beach, Pacific Hideaway has offered a choice of roast turkey or prime rib with holiday sides in past years.

2026 status: Not yet announced. A Thanksgiving menu page is up, but details have not been posted.

The Cellar

The Cellar Thanksgiving dinner

Address: 305 N Harbor Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92832

Fullerton's underground dining room serves a Thanksgiving dinner with a choice of turkey, prime rib or pumpkin ravioli.

2026 status: Posted. Reservations run from 3 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at $94.95 per person plus tax and tip, with a two-hour table limit. Call (714) 525-5682.

Route 22 Restaurant & Bar

Anaheim Marriott Suites dining

Address: 12015 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840

The restaurant at the Anaheim Marriott Suites has hosted a Thanksgiving feast in past years, with a salad bar, a choice of turkey or prime rib and a dessert spread.

2026 status: Not yet announced.

Larsen at Hotel Laguna

thehotellaguna.org

Address: 425 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

The restaurant at the historic Hotel Laguna has offered an upscale Thanksgiving dinner in past years.

2026 status: Not yet announced.

Orange Hill

Orange Hill Thanksgiving

Address: 6410 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869

Orange Hill serves a Thanksgiving brunch, a good fit for anyone who wants the evening free at home, plus a holiday dinner.

2026 status: Posted for Thursday, November 26, 2026: brunch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Brunch has been reported at $98 per adult; confirm pricing with the restaurant.

Rusty Pelican

Rusty Pelican Thanksgiving menu

Address: 2735 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Open on the Newport Beach waterfront since 1972, the Rusty Pelican has served turkey and prime rib dinners with holiday sides and pumpkin pie in past years. Last year’s turkey dinner was $39 ($14 for kids) and prime rib was $55 ($18 for kids).

2026 status: Not yet announced; the restaurant’s Thanksgiving page still shows last year’s menu. Call (949) 642-3431.

Top of the V

www.topoftheviv.com

Address: 1601 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805

This rooftop restaurant, now a Spanish steakhouse, has put a Basque twist on Thanksgiving in a past year, with dishes like salt cod in red pepper stew and a pumpkin-spiced Basque cheesecake.

2026 status: Not yet announced. Call to confirm.

The Cannery

The Cannery Thanksgiving reservations · cannerynewport.com

Address: 3010 Lafayette Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663

The Cannery has served a Thanksgiving Day dinner in past years, with prime rib and turkey alongside seasonal dishes.

2026 status: Posted. A three-course Thanksgiving prix fixe is $80 per person on Thursday, November 26, 2026; the regular à la carte menu is not offered that day.

Splashes at Surf & Sand

Splashes Thanksgiving reservations · Splashes at Surf & Sand

Address: 1555 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Splashes sits just above the waves at Surf & Sand Resort. Past Thanksgiving menus have included turkey with chorizo and chestnut stuffing and a seafood course.

2026 status: Posted. A four-course Thanksgiving dinner runs from noon to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at $190 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.

Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach Thanksgiving Feast

Address: 30801 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 715-6420

The oceanfront resort hosts a Thanksgiving Feast in its Grand Ballroom, with holiday favorites, chef-crafted dishes, a dessert display and live entertainment.

2026 status: Posted for Thursday, November 26, 2026, with seatings at noon, 2:30 and 5 p.m. Reservations are prepaid and tables are held for two hours.

Ysidora

Ysidora Thanksgiving dinner at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano

Address: 26907 Old Mission Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 503-5720

The Spanish-influenced restaurant next to Mission San Juan Capistrano serves a holiday prix fixe: butternut squash bisque and an autumn kale salad, a choice of roast turkey, filet mignon or Chilean sea bass, and pumpkin-pecan cheesecake.

2026 status: Posted. Seatings run from 1 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at $90 per adult and $35 per child, plus tax and gratuity; beverages are not included.

Tocca Ferro

www.toccaferrochophouse.com

Address: 1775 S. Clementine Street, 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92802

The Italian chophouse at JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort has hosted Thanksgiving in past years; last year it was listed as a prix fixe dinner, reported at $85 plus tax and service.

2026 status: Not yet announced.

Thanksgiving Buffets in Orange County

Compare 2026 Thanksgiving buffets: Confirm prices, seating times and additional fees directly with each venue.

Orange County Mining Co.

Orange County Mining Co. Thanksgiving — Santa Ana

This hilltop restaurant is advertising a Thanksgiving buffet on November 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Published prices are $57 for adults and $22 for children ages 2–12. Confirm reservations, service charges and availability directly with the restaurant.

Garden Court Bistro

Garden Court Bistro Thanksgiving — Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel, 900 S. Disneyland Dr., Anaheim · 714-234-2408

Garden Court Bistro has announced a Thanksgiving buffet for November 26, 2026, from 2 to 8 p.m., priced at $49 for adults and $19.95 for children ages 3–10. Contact the restaurant for reservations, menu details and applicable fees.

Balboa Bay Resort Thanksgiving Buffet

Balboa Bay Resort holidays

Address: 1221 W. Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Reservations: (949) 630-4801

Balboa Bay Resort hosts its Thanksgiving buffet in the Lighthouse, the resort’s event space on the bay. The 2026 buffet lists carving stations, a chilled seafood display and a wine tasting.

2026 status: Posted for Thursday, November 26. The resort’s page does not list hours or prices; third-party listings report 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at $155 for adults and $60 for kids, plus a 20% service charge, so confirm when booking. Hotel guests and Balboa Bay Club members get special pricing.

Tangerine Room

www.tangerineroom.com

Address: 1030 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802

The restaurant at The Westin Anaheim Resort is offering a 2026 Thanksgiving buffet with holiday favorites and a selection of buffet stations.

2026 status: Confirmed for Thursday, November 26, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Pricing is $95 for adults and $45 for children ages 12 and under, plus an 18% service charge. Confirm reservations and final terms directly with Tangerine Room.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet · Thanksgiving Dinner at RAYA

Address: Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 240-2000

The clifftop Dana Point resort hosts a Thanksgiving brunch buffet of seasonal favorites, and its RAYA restaurant serves a three-course holiday prix fixe with Pacific views.

2026 status: Posted for Thursday, November 26, 2026. The brunch buffet runs from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and RAYA’s dinner runs from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Prices are not listed on the resort’s event pages; confirm when booking.

Steakhouses & Chains

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Fleming's Thanksgiving menu — Anaheim and Newport Beach

Fleming's is offering Thanksgiving dining on Thursday, November 26, 2026, beginning at 11 a.m. Its holiday menu includes roasted turkey breast ($64), filet mignon ($78) or bone-in ribeye ($95), with a starter and traditional sides. A children's menu and regular dinner menu are also available. Prices exclude tax and gratuity. Hours vary by location, so confirm availability, hours and reservations with your chosen location.

Five Crowns

Five Crowns Thanksgiving · Thanksgiving dine-in menu (PDF)

Address: 3801 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar, CA 92625
(949) 760-0331

Lawry’s Corona del Mar steakhouse, modeled on an English country inn, opens early for the holiday. It also offers cold feasts for pickup on Thanksgiving morning.

2026 status: Posted. Dine-in runs 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and the dine-in menu lists a turkey plate at $51. Cold feasts to go are picked up Thanksgiving morning; see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide.

Mastro's Steakhouse

Mastro's Steakhouse Costa Mesa

Address: 633 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 546-7405

The Costa Mesa steakhouse near South Coast Plaza keeps its doors open on Thanksgiving with earlier-than-usual hours.

2026 status: Holiday hours posted: 1 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Menu details have not been posted.

Mastro's Ocean Club

Mastro's Ocean Club Newport Beach

Address: 8112 E Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92657
(949) 376-6990

The seafood-focused sister to Mastro’s Steakhouse sits on Coast Highway in Newport Coast.

2026 status: Holiday hours posted: 2 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Menu details have not been posted.

Black Angus Steakhouse

Black Angus Thanksgiving

Multiple Orange County locations

Black Angus serves a Thanksgiving Day Special of sliced turkey, sage dressing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, salad and pumpkin pie, available while supplies last. A limited menu runs that day.

2026 status: Posted. The special is served only on Thursday, November 26, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., for dine-in and takeout. The turkey dinner is $29.99, and the kids dinner is $12.99. A to-go meal for four ($89.99) is also offered; see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide.

Seasons 52

Seasons 52 Thanksgiving

Address: 3333 Bristol St., Suite 2802, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 437-5252

The South Coast Plaza restaurant offers a dine-in Thanksgiving dinner of roast turkey and traditional sides. A to-go box is also available.

2026 status: Dine-in Thanksgiving dinner listed on the official page; holiday hours not posted yet. Last year, the South Coast Plaza restaurant was open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the Thanksgiving plate at $44 ($20 for kids). The Green Box to go serves 4–6; see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide.

Texas de Brazil

Texas de Brazil Irvine

Address: 13772 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92602

The Brazilian steakhouse adds holiday dishes such as roast turkey to its regular rodízio service on Thanksgiving.

2026 status: Posted. The Irvine restaurant opens at noon on Thursday, November 26, 2026, serving its dinner menu and pricing with holiday classics added.

The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille Thanksgiving

Address: South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The steakhouse at South Coast Plaza serves a Thanksgiving plate alongside its full dinner menu. Thanksgiving sides to go are also offered; see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide.

2026 status: Posted for Thursday, November 26, 2026. Confirm hours and pricing with the Costa Mesa location.

Paul Martin’s American Grill

Paul Martin’s Thanksgiving menu — Irvine

Paul Martin’s serves a three-course Thanksgiving prix fixe with house salad or butternut squash soup, roasted turkey breast and dessert.

2026 status: Posted. Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at $49 for adults and $19 for kids.

Maggiano’s Little Italy

Maggiano’s Thanksgiving

Address: 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The Italian chain serves a family-style Thanksgiving dine-in menu on Thanksgiving Day, along with carryout bundles for 4–5 ($210 cold, $220 hot).

2026 status: Posted. Reserve early; confirm hours and pricing with the restaurant.

Urban Plates

Urban Plates Thanksgiving — multiple Orange County locations

The fast-casual chain serves a hot turkey plate ($27.99) for dine-in or to go, with turkey feasts and family meals also available; see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide.

2026 status: Posted. All locations are open on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Lazy Dog

Lazy Dog Thanksgiving — multiple Orange County locations

Lazy Dog serves a three-course Thanksgiving dinner built around a turkey dinner with all the trimmings, at participating California locations.

2026 status: Posted. Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at $39 per person.

Want to pick dinner up and eat at home instead? Check out this list of places serving
Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go!

More Local Favorites Open On Thanksgiving

These spots have served Thanksgiving in past years or are usually open on the holiday. Most have not posted 2026 details, so call to confirm.

• Anaheim White House - 887 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim (dinner Wednesday through Sunday; Thanksgiving feast in 2025)
• Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - Irvine & Orange
• Goofy's Kitchen at Disneyland Hotel - 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim (Thanksgiving brunch and dinner reported for Nov. 26, 2026, at about $77 and $96 for adults; confirm with Disney)
• Storytellers Cafe at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel - Anaheim (Thanksgiving brunch and dinner reported for Nov. 26, 2026, at similar prices; confirm with Disney)
• Great Maple - inside Pixar Place Hotel, Anaheim (reportedly open daily, including Thanksgiving)
• Heirloom Farmhouse Kitchen - 7905 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine
• King's Fish House - Huntington Beach, Laguna Hills & Orange (Huntington Beach lists a three-course Thanksgiving menu on Nov. 26, 2026, $55, kids $19, plus the full menu; reservations)
• The Mayor's Table at Lido House - 3300 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach (family-style Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 26, 2026, $95, kids $40, prepaid; reservations)
• Mrs. Knott's Chicken Dinner Restaurant - 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park
• Naples Ristorante e Bar - Downtown Disney, Anaheim
• Pacific Catch - 3040 El Camino Real, Tustin
• Parkestry Rooftop Bar - 1775 S Clementine St, Anaheim
• Rise Rooftop Bar - 1030 W Katella Ave, Anaheim
• SET Steak & Sushi at The Pendry - 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach (Thanksgiving in 2025)
• SHOR American Seafood Grill at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach - 1107 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach (Thanksgiving in 2025)
• Summit House - 2000 E Bastanchury Rd, Fullerton
• Tartan Room - 2652 N Tustin Street, Orange

Worth a Call

These restaurants have Orange County locations; call to confirm 2026 Thanksgiving plans.

• Morton’s The Steakhouse, Costa Mesa - served a four-course Thanksgiving feast in 2025 ($69, noon–8 p.m.); 2026 not posted
• El Torito - multiple locations; has offered an all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving buffet at participating locations in past years ($39.50 adults, $13.50 kids when last posted); 2026 not posted
• Benihana - Anaheim and Newport Beach; regular hibachi menu, no Thanksgiving menu
• Citrus City Grille - Orange; a Thanksgiving Day dine-in experience is listed for Nov. 26, 2026 ($28–$55 per person; reservations), and to-go family feasts are picked up Nov. 25 (see our Thanksgiving Dinner To Go guide)

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving FAQ

When is Thanksgiving 2026?

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026.

Which Orange County restaurants have posted 2026 Thanksgiving plans?

Restaurants with posted 2026 Thanksgiving Day plans include The Winery Newport Beach, The Ranch, Il Fornaio, Prego, Bistango, The Cellar, Orange Hill, The Cannery, Splashes, Habana Costa Mesa, 21 Oceanfront, VIEW, Montage Laguna Beach, Ysidora, The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Balboa Bay Resort, Tangerine Room, Orange County Mining Co., Garden Court Bistro, Fleming’s, Five Crowns, both OC Mastro's locations, Black Angus, Seasons 52, Texas de Brazil, The Capital Grille, Paul Martin’s, Maggiano’s, Urban Plates and Lazy Dog. Other restaurants on this list have not posted 2026 details yet.

Do I need a reservation for Thanksgiving dinner?

Reservations are recommended at every restaurant on this list. Some, including The Ranch, apply a holiday cancellation policy.

Is there a Thanksgiving buffet in Orange County?

Yes. Confirmed 2026 Thanksgiving buffets include Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach, Tangerine Room and Garden Court Bistro in Anaheim, Orange County Mining Co. in Santa Ana and the brunch buffet at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Dana Point.

Can I get a Thanksgiving brunch instead of dinner?

Yes. Orange Hill serves Thanksgiving brunch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on November 26, 2026, and The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel hosts a brunch buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Five Crowns, Fleming’s and Black Angus open at 11 a.m.

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