With Thanksgiving inching closer, not everyone is planning to cook a traditional turkey dinner at home and host friends and family. With restaurants announcing that they will remain open on November 27, 2025, Santa Barbara residents can enjoy a festive meal without the fuss of cooking at home.
From traditional turkey dinners to curated menus, here are a few local restaurants will welcome diners all day on Thanksgiving.
Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals in 2025
Here’s a look at some of the restaurants in Santa Barbara offering Thanksgiving meals this year:
1. Finch & Fork, Kimpton Canary Hotel, 12 p.m.
Finch & Fork is offering a curated harvest buffet, featuring local produce from the region’s family farms. The buffet spread includes a raw bar, carving stations, classic sides, new favorites, soups, salads, and a dessert spread. Wine pairings are also available. Beverages are not included in the price.
Rate: $120 for adults, $55 for ages 12 and below
2. Opal Restaurant & Bar, 1:30 p.m.
Opal is offering a three-course Thanksgiving feast, featuring a combination of locals’ favorites and restaurant specialties. Appetizers include mixed gourmet greens with candied pecans and butternut squash croutons, Marsala-infused mushroom soup, duck confit and mushroom ravioli. Entree options span roast turkey with traditional sides, crispy duck with sweet potatoes, and grilled salmon on a potato crepe. For dessert, diners can choose from apple and sundried cherry strudel, orange creme brulee, or pumpkin cheesecake…