Top San Diego Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving

San Diego is one of the best spots for a California vacation. Come out and enjoy famous attractions all around, enjoy the beautiful sunshine, get up close and personal with nature, and take advantage of all the delicious cuisine. If you’re vacationing for the Thanksgiving holiday, there’s no reason you can’t still enjoy a fantastic meal. Here is a breakdown of some of the best San Diego restaurants open on Thanksgiving near our monthly vacation rentals in southern California.

Pacifica Del Mar

 
Pacifica Del Mar is a favorite spot of patrons and critics alike, having won the Gold Medallion for “Best Seafood Dining in San Diego” among countless other awards. This upscale dining experience focuses on a warm atmosphere with the most unique and fresh dishes, all with the stunning backdrop of the ocean.
 
In the past, Pacifica Del Mar has offered a special Thanksgiving menu from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. on the holiday. Enjoy a three-course Thanksgiving dinner with turkey for $51 or a different high-end main course for $61. In addition to your entrée, you’ll have the option to enjoy selections like butternut squash soup, New England clam chowder, and cranberry sorbet. Contact Pacifica Del Mar or visit their website to make a reservation.

Rustic Root

Rustic Root achieves the perfect combination of modern flair and traditional American cuisine. Everything from their starters to their desserts to their cocktails is inventive and fun, and everything is always prepared with the freshest ingredients. Their rooftop is a popular dining spot for locals and tourists alike.
 
For Thanksgiving, Rustic Root will be offering a three-course holiday menu from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. You and your loved ones can come out and watch the football game while enjoying a delicious traditional meal and soaking in the view of 5th Avenue. The main dining room will feature the Thanksgiving menu, while the rooftop lounge will be serving the standard menu. There is also a kids’ menu available if you’re traveling with family. Adult meals will cost $55 per person. Reservations can be made by phone or online.

Provisional Kitchen

Provisional Kitchen offers an unbelievable dining experience at any time of the day. Breakfast and brunch are perfect for starting your day, while lunch will keep you going, and dinner will help you wind down. They offer a full bar for a drink with friends as well as a kids’ menu for a night with the family. Provisional is a restaurant-marketplace hybrid, so once you’re done eating, you can browse the homeware, jewelry, and everything else in their collection.
 
Thanksgiving at Provisional Kitchen will consist of a three-course meal offered from 2 p.m. until 10 p.m. Choose a seasonally inspired soup or salad to start, move on to a traditional turkey dinner or a more adventurous option like pumpkin risotto, and finish with a pie or sorbet. You can also choose a half-bottle of wine to go with your dinner. If you’d rather celebrate more privately, you can order dinner and pie ahead of time and pick it up for the holiday. This meal costs $80 per adult and $25 per child.
 
These San Diego restaurants are phenomenal any time of year, but they each go the extra mile to make your Thanksgiving special. You’ll have access to some of the best food in the city, all while making unforgettable holiday memories with your loved ones. Once you’re done with dinner, return to your rental to prepare for Black Friday shopping or curl up in bed. Contact us today for more information about all of our San Diego vacation rentals.

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