Are you celebrating Thanksgiving away from home in SLO CAL this year?
Whether you're looking for the traditional fare or special dishes made from peak local ingredients, look no further than these SLO CAL options to add to your itinerary. From dine-in service to take-out, we've got you covered from the top of Cambria to Pismo Beach, and San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles. Call ahead to reserve what might be the best Thanksgiving decision you'll make and fill your holiday plate with all the fixins—you'll be thankful you did!
North
Back to Top of ListCello Ristorante & Bar at Allegretto Vineyard Resort
2700 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles
805-369-2503
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$89 for adults, $45 12-20 years, $20 6 - 12 years, kids under 5 complimentary
Cello Ristorante & Bar located at the Allegretto Vineyard Resort will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, buffet style. Indulge in all of the classics, including a Turkey Carving Station, Prime Rib and Confit Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, as well as Tuscan-style servings and wine included. Reservations required.
EMRE
944 Pine Street, Paso Robles
805-400-6090
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
$70 for adult; $20 for child under 12.
You're invited to gather and gobble with chef-prepared Thanksgiving buffet at EMRE, alongside a photo booth and live piano music. Delectable dishes include traditional sides like Harvest Salad, Roasted Carrots, Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin, Cornbread Ibérico Stuffing, Whipped Mashed Potatoes and Four-Cheese Mac and Cheese; mains including Diestel Turkey and Fra’mani Ham; and various dessert tarts to finish. Reserve your spot.
Paso Robles Inn
1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles
805-238-2660
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$78 for adult; $24 for child under 12.
Gather for a holiday buffet featuring roasted turkey, glazed ham, herb-crusted beef strip loin, seasonal sides and desserts. Celebrate Thanksgiving in the 1889 Ballroom at Paso Robles Inn. Featuring carving stations, a full bar, holiday decor and a seasonal buffet set for the holidays. Make your reservations here.
McPhee's Grill
416 S. Main Street, Templeton
805-434-3204
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Menu with options including a traditional turkey dinner with cranberry sauce, butternut squash rice pilaf, sourdough-sausage-pecan stuffing, grilled scallion mashed potatoes, herb roasted sweet potatoes and apple cider gravy. Also available are wood grilled filet mignon, cedar planked king salmon, and wild mushroom & black truffle ravioli. A kids menu of turkey dinner, ribs or pasta is also available. Reservations are recommended. To view the full menu and to make your reservations visit mcpheesgrill.com.
Other Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in North County:
North Coast
Back to Top of ListCambria Pines Lodge Restaurant
2905 Burton Drive, Cambria
805-927-4200
12 PM- 7 PM
$74.95 adults, $35.95 Ages 6-12, Ages 5 & under are free
Cambria Pines Lodge Restaurant is serving a Thanksgiving all-you-can-eat buffet full of holiday classics. Main entrées include an option of prime rib, ham and turkey. Classic festive sides such as stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans and many more are also available. Reservations are required ahead to dine in and can be made here.
Robin's Restaurant
4095 Burton Drive, Cambria
805-927-5007
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Robin's Restaurant is serving a special a la carte Thanksgiving menu with dine-in and take-out available. Reservations recommended. Email thanksgiving@robinsrestaurant.com for any questions.
The Sow’s Ear Café
2248 Main Street, Cambria
805-927-4865
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A diverse holiday menu with an array of options like traditional roast turkey dinner, New Zealand rack of lamb, Alaskan halibut in honey macadamia crust, pork loin with ollalieberry chutney and more are offered. Reservations are highly encouraged and can be made at the number above.
Other North SLO CAL Coast Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving:
San Luis Obispo
Back to Top of ListApple Farm Restaurant
2015 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
805-544-6100
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Adults $49, Ages 12 & Under $25
Apple Farm Restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast with family and friends. Their special Thanksgiving buffet promises a delicious and memorable dining experience featuring slow roasted turkey and honey glazed ham. All your favorite holiday sides and desserts will also be available. Reservations are required through the number above if you are dining in. If you want to take Thanksgiving dinner to-go, choose from one entrée and one dessert for $29.
Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo
805-784-2469
12:00 PM -10:00 PM
$55 adult, $35 child
Madonna Inn is serving a holiday menu consisting of roast turkey, honey cured ham and roast duck entrees served with fresh dinner rolls, a homemade soup or salad starter, and your choice of snap peas, whipped potatoes or candied yams as sides. They will also be serving select items from the classic Steakhouse menu. You can view the full menu and make reservations online.
Café Roma
1020 Railroad Ave., San Luis Obispo
805-541-6800
12 PM - 6:30 PM
Café Roma is serving a Thanksgiving menu consisting of a first course, entree and dessert. Entrees include your choice of organic roasted turkey, beef short ribs, pacific salmon and homemade ricotta & spinach ravioli. A kids menu of turkey or pasta is available for children ages 12 and under.
Granada Hotel & Bistro
1130 Morro Street, San Luis Obispo
805-544-9100
3:00 PM- 8:00 PM
$85 per person
Three-course prix fixe menu. Options include starters like Butternut squash soup and beet salad, entrées like Etto Pasta, Turkey Roulada and Beef Short Rib. For dessert, choose from cranberry tart, spiced wine cake or gelato & sorbet. Add ons are available. Reservations are recommended, make yours here.
Luna Red
1023 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo
805-540-5243
12:30 PM - 6:30 PM
$75/adult, $38 Ages 8-12, $25 Ages 3-7
Enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving buffet with a Luna Red twist! Savor the comforting classics like slow-roasted turkey with all the trimmings, or beef braised short ribs. For the non-traditionalists, they’ve got bacon-wrapped dates, a made-to-order taco bar and a chilled shellfish station with snow crab legs and white shrimp cocktail—because who says you can’t have a little surf with your turf? The buffet is bursting with options for vegan and vegetarian friends, featuring their famous tortilla soup, a vibrant Mediterranean display and a delicious market vegetable enchilada casserole. You can make reservations online.
Piadina at Hotel San Luis Obispo
877 Palm St, San Luis Obispo
805-234-9969
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
$78 for adults, $39 for children 12 and under
Hotel San Luis Obispo's onsite restaurant Piadina is serving a Thanksgiving buffet featuring all the classic favorites. This year’s highlights include heritage turkey and king salmon, sage & onion brioche stuffing, accompanied by delectable sides such as cornbread muffins, brussels sprouts and mac & cheese. Guests will also enjoy a dessert board featuring pumpkin cheesecake, ricotta doughnuts and more. The full menu can be found here.
1865 Craft House & Kitchen
1865 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
805-439-3739
12:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$69 for adults, $25 Ages 3-12
Join 1865 Craft House for a Thanksgiving buffet experience. Their carving station will include smoked NY strip, roasted turkey, cedar plank salmon and stuffed acorn squash. You will find a variety of vegetarian and vegan options as well as traditional sides and desserts. Reservations are highly encouraged.
Other San Luis Obispo Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving:
South Coast
Back to Top of ListGardens of Avila Restaurant at Sycamore Mineral Springs
1215 Avila Beach Drive, San Luis Obispo
805-595-7302 Ext. 326
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gardens of Avila will be open on Thanksgiving and serving a 3-course holiday prix fixe menu. Reservations required.
Lido Restaurant & Lounge at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa
2727 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach
805-773-8900
1:00 PM- 7:00 PM
$90 per person
Lido at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa is serving a specially prepared three-course prix-fixe menu with main options of roasted free-range turkey breast, slow cooked short rib, roasted seabass or a vegetable pasta followed by a pecan-pumpkin torte or chocolate mousse. Reservations recommended.
Marisol at The Cliffs Restaurant & Lounge
2757 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach
805-556-3316
Dinner 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$90 for adults, $45 children 14 and under (tax and gratuities not included)
Thanksgiving offerings are available from 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Enjoy a festive three-course meal made with fresh, local ingredients and finished with house-baked pie. Reservations only available by the number above.
Pequin Coastal Cocina at Vespera Resort
147 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach
805-779-4065
Savor a coastal-inspired Thanksgiving dinner at Pequin Coastal Cocina. Choose your own Thanksgiving feast with a diverse menu offering traditional fare. Learn more and reserve your table here.
SeaVenture Restaurant
100 Ocean View Ave, Pismo Beach
805-773-3463
1:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Take in panoramic views at the SeaVenture's third floor restaurant on Thanksgiving. They'll be serving up a festive prix fixe menu featuring traditional favorites with all the fixings. Reservations required.
