2025 Best Thanksgiving Restaurants in Monterey/Carmel Area

Dining Out for Thanksgiving in Monterey/Carmel

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 on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

For an all-American feast of turkey and all the trimmings, visit these Best Thanksgiving Restaurants in Monterey/Carmel. And best of all? No dishes to wash.

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- Thanksgiving Planner for recipes & cocktails to make at home and healthy tips.
 
Aubergine
16/20
L'Auberge Carmel's intimate restaurant featuring the beautifully executed cuisine of Executive Chef-Director Justin Cogley. See More
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Fandango
14/20
Classic Mediterranean comfort food and a generosity of spirit permeate this cozy Pacific Grove landmark. See More

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Grasing's
13/20
Old favorites, a little variety and a truly interesting wine list still beckon. See More

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California, American, Small Plates
Jacks Monterey
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“California Cultural Cuisine,” small plates, house cocktails and more at Portola Hotel & Spa. See More

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Lucia Restaurant & Bar
16/20
The surroundings and finessed service set the stage for an elegant meal you’ll long remember. See More
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Peter B's Brewpub
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Peter B's Brewpub in the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay presents locally brewed beer, more than a dozen TVs and a menu of pub grub. See More
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The Sardine Factory
14/20
Notorious eatery with a distinguished past on Cannery Row. See More

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Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
13/20
Set a course for sustainable seafood, gaze out at the bay and just relax. See More

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Sevy's Bar + Kitchen
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All-day dining at Seacliff Inn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Aptos. See More

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