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Dining Out for Thanksgiving
ORANGE COUNTY

THANKSGIVING

If laboring in the kitchen all day doesn't sound like your idea of a holiday, leave it to the professionals to prepare your Thanksgiving meal. For an all-American feast of turkey and all the trimmings, visit these restaurants in Orange County (CA). And best of all? No dishes to wash.

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Back Bay Bistro Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Back Bay Bistro, Newport Beach, CA Newport Dunes Resort
1131 Back Bay Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-729-1144
The modern space adds chic charm to this on-the-bay contemporary dining spot. More...

Bayside Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Bayside, Newport Beach, CA 900 Bayside Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-721-1222
One of Newport’s best kept secrets, Bayside hits high marks on upscale yet casual California décor, fine cuisine and a substantial wine cellar. More...

The Beach House Seafood
13/20
619 Sleepy Hollow Ln.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-494-9707
Amazing Pacific Ocean views at this right-on-the-beach restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. More...

Bistango California
14/20
Dining Room at Bistango, Irvine, CA The Atrium Building
19100 Von Karman Ave.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-752-5222
California fare, nightly jazz and terrific revolving displays of art. More...

Brasserie Pascal French
15/20
Dining Room at Brasserie Pascal, Newport Beach, CA Fashion Island
327 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-2700
French brasserie has irresistible Parisian charm and some of the best classic French dishes in OC. More...

Cannons Seafood Grill Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Cannons Seafood Grill, Dana Point, CA 34344 St. of the Green Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-496-6146
Romantic cliffside restaurant in Dana Point has a bird’s-eye view of the harbor as well as rather good steak and seafood fare. More...

Catal Restaurant & Uva Bar California
13/20
Dining Room at Catal Restaurant & Uva Bar, Anaheim, CA Downtown Disney
1580 Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92803
714-774-4442
Superchef Joachim Splichal's modern Mediterranean eatery in a sophisticated yet casual Downtown Disney setting. More...

Claes Ovation Contemporary
14/20
Hotel Laguna
425 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-376-9283
This longtime Hotel Laguna restaurant pairs one of OC's finest ocean views with classic and modern cuisine. More...

First Cabin Continental
14/20
Dining Room at First Cabin, Newport Beach, CA The Balboa Bay Club & Resort
1221 W. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-645-5000
Classic Cal-Euro cuisine with a Newport Harbor view. More...

Five Crowns American
13/20
Dining Room at Five Crowns, Corona Del Mar, CA 3801 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
949-760-0331
Character is a primary element at this replica of England's oldest inn. More...

French 75 French
13/20
Dining Room at French 75, Laguna Beach, CA 1464 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-494-8444
One of OC's most romantic spots for rustic, retro French bistro fare and a chocolate soufflé. More...

Leatherby's Cafe Rouge Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at Leatherby Renee & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
615 Town Center Dr.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-429-7640
Sophisticated modern American cuisine at OC's stunning Segerstrom concert hall. More...

Lucca Cafe Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Lucca Cafe, Irvine, CA Quail Hill Village Center
6507 Quail Hill Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92603
949-725-1773
Fresh, locally grown ingredients and a charming wine list are found at this friendly bistro. More...

Maggiano's Little Italy Italian
12/20
Dining Room at Maggiano South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-546-9550
Maggiano’s serves huge portions of southern Italy-inspired dishes meant to please the masses. More...

Memphis Cafe American
12/20
2920 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-432-7685
Southern soul food meets soulful OC hipsters. More...

Memphis at the Santora American
13/20
Artists Village
201 N. Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
714-564-1064
Southern-inspired cuisine in a modern space at the foot of downtown Santa Ana's artists village in the historic Santora building. More...

Mr. Stox California
14/20
1105 E. Katella Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92805
714-634-2994
California cuisine complements an extensive wine list. More...

Pelican Grill Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA Pelican Hill Golf Club
22800 Pelican Hill Rd.
Newport Coast, CA 92657
949-467-6800
Super scenic and elegant golf club restaurant serves up fine contemporary and American fare. More...

Pinot Provence French
14/20
Dining Room at Pinot Provence, Costa Mesa, CA South Coast Plaza
The Westin South Coast Plaza
686 Anton Blvd.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-444-5900
Elegant food, attentive service and French country style in a restaurant from the Patina Group. More...

Prego Ristorante Italian
14/20
Irvine Towers
18420 Von Karman Ave.
Irvine, CA 92612
949-553-1333
Italy-born chef Ugo Allesina has breathed new life into this Irvine business district eatery. More...

Rusty Pelican Seafood
No Rating
Mariners Mile
2735 W. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-642-3431
Classic seafood dinners at sunset are served up at Newport Harbor’s romantic Rusty Pelican. More...

Sage California
14/20
Dining Room at Sage, Newport Beach, CA 2531 Eastbluff Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-718-9650
Fresh, contemporary American cooking at a neighborhood favorite. More...

Sam & Harry's Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Sam & Harry Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa
900 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-4000
East Coast steak, chop and seafood house comes to Orange County. More...

Sapphire Laguna Global
15/20
Dining Room at Sapphire Laguna, Laguna Beach, CA Old Pottery Place
1200 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-715-9888
Classy, rustic South Laguna hot-spot for modern American cuisine, coffee and gourmet snacks. More...

Savannah Chop House American
13/20
Dining Room at Savannah Chop House, Laguna Niguel, CA 32441 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949-493-7107
Grandiose, Southern-themed dining room situated on a high bluff overlooking South County. More...

Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Scott South Coast Plaza
3300 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-979-2400
Classic and contemporary fresh seafood dishes, plus steaks and a great bar scene near South Coast Plaza. More...

Silver Trumpet Restaurant and Bar Continental
No Rating
Wyndham Orange County
3350 Avenue of the Arts
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-442-8593
Seasonal, contemporary fare at the Wyndham Orange County hotel's featured restaurant. More...

Splashes California
14/20
Dining Room at Splashes, Laguna Beach, CA Surf & Sand Resort
1555 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-497-4477
Euro-Cali fare at one of the prettiest spots along the Laguna Beach coastline. More...

Steakhouse 55 Steakhouse
13/20
Disneyland Hotel
1150 Magic Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
714-781-3463
Modern steakhouse and breakfast spot inside the Disneyland Hotel features California favorites for adults and kids. More...

Stonehill Tavern Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at Stonehill Tavern, Dana Point, CA St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach
One Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-234-3200, 800-722-1543
Chef Michael Mina brings his contemporary style and innovative cuisine to the St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach. More...

Studio French
17/20
Dining Room at Studio, Laguna Beach, CA Montage Laguna Beach
30801 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-715-6030
Perhaps OC's most scenic and romantic restaurant with high-class cuisine and a 2,500-selection wine list to match. More...

Tangata California
14/20
Dining Room at Tangata, Santa Ana, CA Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92706
714-550-0906
Daytime dining from chef Joachim Splichal in a museum courtyard. More...

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