Who says Thanksgiving has to be all-American? This year, give your holiday feast a little Italian flair at Poggio Trattoria in Sausalito, where classic Thanksgiving traditions meet the fresh, seasonal flavors of Northern Italy.
The beloved trattoria is serving up a festive three-course Thanksgiving supper, featuring comforting holiday favorites with a delicious Italian twist. Start with your choice of creamy Yukon Gold Potato & Leek Soup with crème fraîche and chives, a seasonal salad of Pink Lady Apples, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans, and fried shallots, or a refreshing Butter Lettuce Salad with Meyer lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions, and sweet Satsuma mandarins.
For the main event, enjoy Roasted Turkey and Leg served with mashed potatoes, rich gravy, savory stuffing, cranberry sauce, and caramelized Brussels sprouts. And for a sweet finale? Pumpkin Crème Brûlée topped with pistachios, persimmons, and pomegranate seeds.
Gather your family and friends, raise a glass of Italian wine, and let Poggio handle the holiday cooking.
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Cost: $80
This Thanksgiving, skip the kitchen chaos and let RangeCafe at Peacock Gap in San Rafael do the cooking! Gather your family and friends for a festive, all-you-can-eat holiday buffet featuring all the traditional Turkey Day favorites, delicious homemade sides, and plenty of sweet treats.
The feast features Oven-Roasted Turkey with Giblet Gravy and Baked Pit Ham, accompanied by a mouthwatering spread of holiday classics, including Savory Herb Stuffing, Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole, Mac & Cheese, and steamed broccolini and baby carrots. Start with a fresh Caesar Salad or mixed greens with cranberries, walnuts, blue cheese, and Champagne vinaigrette, and be sure to save room for the grand finale: a tempting trio of Pumpkin, Pecan, and Apple Pies!
With its welcoming atmosphere and scenic Peacock Gap setting, RangeCafe is the perfect place to gather, give thanks, and enjoy a leisurely holiday feast.
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Cost: $80 adults | $40 children (plus tax and service charge)
This Thanksgiving, give the kitchen a rest and treat yourself to a little waterfront luxury! The Bungalow Kitchen in Tiburon is serving up a spectacular Thanksgiving by the Bay celebration, featuring a festive holiday feast, indulgent seasonal dishes, and stunning views of the Bay.
Start with your choice of Dungeness Crab & Lobster Bisque with butternut squash flan and wild mushrooms, Baked Brie with cranberry-apple relish, Tuna Tartare with passion fruit vinaigrette, or a classic Caesar Salad.
For the main event, choose from three mouthwatering entrées:
Round out your feast with seasonal sides like Gruyère & Brie Scalloped Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Pancetta, Maple-Butter Sweet Potatoes with Toasted Marshmallow, and creamy mashed potatoes with turkey gravy (two sides per couple). A special kids' menu ($35) features roasted turkey, burgers and fries, or pasta, followed by pumpkin pie or ice cream.
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Price: $95 per adult | $35 for kids | Optional pasta course +$25
Let someone else handle the turkey this year! Due West Tavern at Olema House is serving a traditional four-course Thanksgiving dinner this year.
Settle into the circa-1865 tavern for a holiday spread featuring an autumn salad, butternut squash soup, a roast turkey dinner with all the traditional sides, and warm apple pie to finish. Raise a glass with seasonal wines, cocktails, and fresh apple cider, then cap the day with a stroll through gorgeous West Marin.
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Cost: $88 per person
Reservations are available on OpenTable, so book your table early!
Give thanks, dig in, and leave the dishes behind! This Thanksgiving, Lighthouse Bar & Grill in Sausalito is serving up a delicious holiday feast featuring traditional favorites, fresh seafood, and plenty of festive flavors, all with a side of waterfront charm.
Choose from a three-course dinner for $59 or a four-course feast for $73. Kick things off with Crispy Scampi Fritti, Fried Calamari, or Smoked Salmon with Creamed Spinach, then warm up with a bowl of Lobster Bisque with Cognac, classic Clam Chowder, or a fresh salad.
For the main event, take your pick from four mouthwatering entrées:
Save room for Pumpkin Pie, Tiramisu with Fresh Berries, or Vanilla Crème Brûlée.
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Price: $59 for three courses | $73 for four courses
Ooh là là! This Thanksgiving, trade the kitchen chaos for a little French flair at Le Garage in Sausalito. The beloved waterfront bistro is serving up a festive three-course Thanksgiving feast, blending traditional holiday favorites with a delicious touch of Parisian charm.
Start with a family-style spread of artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, smoked trout deviled eggs with chive crème fraîche, butter lettuce salad with Dijon vinaigrette, and warm Panorama dinner rolls with cranberry butter.
For the main event, choose from three tempting entrées:
And for the grand finale? Tarte aux Poires, a caramelized pear tart with candied almonds, whipped crème fraîche, and pear caramel sauce.
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Price: $75 per person
Give thanks in style this Thanksgiving at The Board Room in Novato, where an elegant holiday feast, live piano music, and a warm, festive atmosphere set the stage for a celebration to remember. Best of all? No cooking, no cleanup, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass!
The restaurant is rolling out a sumptuous three-course prix fixe menu, featuring traditional holiday favorites alongside some seriously indulgent alternatives. Start with your choice of Lobster Bisque with caviar, Maryland Crab Cake, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Winter Beet & Arugula Salad, or Fried Butternut Squash Ravioli.
For the main event, go traditional with the Turkey & Ham Feast, featuring hand-carved turkey, Vermont ham, herb stuffing, buttermilk mashed potatoes, bourbon-glazed yams, and all the trimmings. Or take Thanksgiving up a notch with Pepper-Crusted Filet Mignon, Herb-Crusted Alaskan Halibut, Slow-Braised Lamb Shank, or Vegan Butternut Squash Ravioli. And don't forget to save room for dessert!
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Price: $79.95 per person
This Thanksgiving, leave the cooking (and the dishes!) to the talented team at Insalata's in San Anselmo. Gather your family and friends for a festive holiday feast featuring seasonal flavors, comforting classics, and a few delicious Mediterranean-inspired twists.
The celebration begins with spiced pecans, marinated olives, roasted squash and cauliflower soup, and Insalata's signature mixed greens with Honeycrisp apples, blue cheese, and candied hazelnuts.
For the main event, choose from three mouthwatering entrées:
And because Thanksgiving isn't complete without something sweet, save room for pumpkin pie, flourless chocolate almond torte, apple ginger hazelnut torte, or a refreshing sorbet or gelato.
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Price: $80 per adult | $40 for kids 12 and under
