Where to Eat Out on Thanksgiving
Even though Thanksgiving is not traditionally celebrated in Latin America, here at Remezcla we’re big fans of any holidays that revolve around food and days off from work. Most of us will be spending the time off with our family and loved ones, but for those Thanksgiving orphans – or those who are simply not cooking-inclined – we rounded up a list of places where you can get a Día de Acción de Gracias dinner with sabor.
This Cuban restaurant and lounge will be serving a 3-course prix fixe menu for Thanksgiving, including their signature Cuban lechon asado.
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Modeled after pre-revolution Cuba, this eatery has an old-world vibe, with jazz, swanky decor, and classic dishes. In addition to their regular menu, they will also offer a special Latin Thanksgiving menu including: Latin lasagna, Cuban turkey, chorizo stuffing, and pumpkin flan.
Classic Peruvian dishes are the focus at Mancora, which serves Lima’s famous ceviche and a decent Aji de Gallina – traditional chicken stew drenched in a creamy yellow sauce and garnished with sliced potatoes, hard-boiled egg, and olives. For Thanksgiving, they will serve a 3-course prix fixe menu for $25.
Chef Douglas Rodriguez serves ‘Nuevo Latino and Modern Cuban Cuisine ’ at the swanky, trendy De Rodriguez right on Ocean Drive. If you want to start your Thanksgiving night right in the middle of it all, Rodriguez is offering a traditional 3 Course Thanksgiving dinner which will no doubt have nuvo Latino cuisine influences, and includes a glass of Prosecco. Price: $65 for adults and $25 for children.
Rosa Mexicano will be providing a bountiful Thanksgiving feast with a Mexicano twist. The menu is almost entirely hand crafted for this night, including the Yucatan Turkey Soup, Achiote-roasted turkey with plantain gravy and smoke cranberry salsa to the Pumpkin creme brulee with horchata whipped cream. It doesn’t even end there! Obviously, Rosa Mexicano wants to make sure you start your holidays right with specialty cocktails, included El Festivo and Nube De Canela.(They had us at tequila on Thanksgiving.)
If you’re in Miami Dade, Broward and Palm Beaches and are more into the idea of having a Thanksgiving at home, but still not into the idea of cooking ALL DAY, you still have the option of catering, and we found one that is serving delicious Latino style goodies. The menu includes holiday greens with curry-lime vinaigrette, slow roasted turkey with citrus glaze, chorizo bread stuffing, marinated pork, corn cubana, ginger jasmine rice, vegetables, and a white chocolate coconut tart.
This contemporary melding of Indian and Latin American cuisine is based both in NYC and Chicago. They will have a special 5-course meal this Thursday for $55. Enjoy warm Colombian Yuca cake, pumpkin and acorn squash curry leaf soup, and fenugreek black cardamom-smoked turkey breast.
“Churrascaria” Texas Brasil is the place to head to if you are a meat-lover. Their special Thanksgiving menu includes roasted turkey breast, sweet potato casserole and a pumpkin cheesecake, as well as their normal menu of grilled specialties.
Try saying that name three times in a row. River North’s Sushisamba Rio might imply “un menjunje” of cultures, but who’s to say it’s not worth a try? Their special Thanksgiving menu will make you trade in the Pinot Noir for a glass of Sake to go with a braised short rib gyoza, mojo-roasted organic turkey and kabocha cheesecake.
Tortilla Republic’s West Hollywood outpost is planning on spicing things up a little bit by hosting a Thanksgiving EVE fiesta on November 21st, so you can get in your fun before you settle in for a more traditional Thanksgiving dinner the next day. For the fiesta, they will be featuring small plate specials that range from $2-$6. You can nix the stuffing for this night, and instead dine on selections such as jalapeno croquetas, carnitas tacos, bbq chicken quesadilla and much more.
Nestled in an unassuming Compton strip mall is Loreto’s, which serves Cajun style deep fried turkeys all year round! Powerful of word of mouth in the area has increased the demand for these delectable turkeys around the holidays, so you need to make sure you order a few days before Thanksgiving (meaning NOW). Chef and part owner Joe deep fries a Cajun spice-rubbed whole turkey and offers a selection of sides including country greens, mac and cheese, and sweet potato pie. If you want to add a little mix into your Thanksgiving menu, Loreto’s also makes some of the best tacos in the ‘hood. It’s a win win for everyone. Each 15-16 lb turkey runs at $70 and sides are $25. Call in advance for Thanksgiving orders.
Angelenos love their Mexican food so there’s no better way to celebrate than to bring a little flavor to the holiday table. Guelaguetza is run by the Lopez family, and their family recipes will capture the holiday and traditional spirit. There will be 2 dinner options for 8-10 people. One includes a 12-14 lb turkey prepared with a rub of guajillo chiles served with mashed black beans with smoked avocado leaves. The other family meal features a turkey roasted with chile paste, spices and chocolate and served with a side of smoky spicy mole. Both menus include Spaghetti with Poblano Pepper Sauce, Dessert Salad and Mexican Rolls. The ordering cutoff date is November 21. The prices for each dinner,each feeding 8-10 people, is $88 or $98.
This homey restaurant will be turning out a three-course prix fixe menu featuring dishes such as a roasted Willy Bird turkey with cornbread stuffing, root vegetables and shallot-thyme gravy (1-8:15 PM, $59 for adults, $25 for kids under 12)
Opened by Rob Fischer, the man behind Palo Alto Creamery, Reposado serves up Mexican cuisine in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. In addition to their regular menu they will be featuring a multicourse Thanksgiving turkey dinner.