Special Thanksgiving Menus for 2024

November 28

Thanksgiving in Palm Springs is all about savoring the season with great food and good company, all while soaking up the stunning desert views. This year, local restaurants offer special Thanksgiving menus designed to make your holiday memorable. Whether you’re craving a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings or a creative twist on classic dishes, Palm Springs is a great place to enjoy the season.

Ingleside Estate

This exceptional menu offers an irresistible combination of classic holiday flavors and creative culinary twists, ensuring a meal that’s both satisfying and unforgettable.

Start with appetizers like Red Beet Deviled Eggs or French Onion Soup. For a fresh, light option, the Endive Salad or the Wedge Salad.

For entrées, the star is the Roasted Turkey breast with sage brown butter stuffing, green beans almondine, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, and a yeast roll. Other enticing options include Braised Cauliflower, Roasted Atlantic Salmon, or the comforting Chicken Pot Pie. For something extraordinary, try the Beef Wellington, or select from Melvyn’s signature steaks, including an 8-oz filet, 14-oz New York, or 16-oz ribeye.

For dessert, indulge in Classic Pumpkin Pie, Apple Pie a la Mode with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce, or a rich New York-style cheesecake.

$115 per guest. Served 5 – 10 pm.  Reservations  Menu

LuLu California Bistro

Lulu California Bistro is serving a delicious 4-course Thanksgiving feast.

Begin your meal with an amuse-bouche.

Next, choose a soup or salad. Soup options include Butternut Squash, Corn Chowder, and Mushroom. Salad options are Harvest Salad, Caesar, or Mixed Greens.

For the main entree, enjoy an impressive selection of 10 entrées, including Turkey, Ham, fresh Atlantic Salmon, Prime Rib, Short Ribs, and both gluten-free and vegetarian options.

Finish with a choice of five desserts featuring classic Pumpkin Pie, Apple Crisp, Sweet Potato Cheesecake, or Lulu’s spiced chai Crème Brûlée.

There is also a complete Kids Menu for children 12 and under for $27.99.

Served 11 am – 8 pm. $59.99 per guest.  Reservations   Menus

Trio

For the First Course, enjoy homemade biscuits with Old Bay seasoning and salted butter. Select one from Kale Caesar Salad, Local Lettuce Salad, or Honey Nut Squash.

The Second Course offers Turkey Breast, Rack of Lamb, Branzino, or a vegetarian option of Roasted Cauliflower Steak. 

For the Third Course, choose between Pumpkin Pie or Apple Strudel.

Served 4 – 9 pm. $65 per guest.  Reservations  Menu

Chi Chi at Avalon Hotel

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Chi Chi with a delectable feast for $85 per guest. This holiday spread offers something for everyone, from classic turkey to indulgent sides and desserts. Enjoy autumn-inspired starters, hearty entrées, and sweet treats in a festive atmosphere. Here’s a look at the special Thanksgiving menu:

Starters: The meal begins with your choice of a Fall Salad or classic Caesar with candied pecans and crème fraîche.

Entrees: Choose from a classic Turkey Dinner featuring turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and a yeast roll. Other options include savory Salmon, Filet Mignon, or vegetarian Grilled Squash.

Desserts: End your meal with a Pumpkin Pie, Horchata Ice Cream with seasonal berries, or Apple Pie a la mode with salted caramel sauce.

Served Noon – 10 pm.  Reservations  Menu

Spencer’s Restaurant

Begin your meal by choosing one of the enticing appetizers: Spiced Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Apple-mixed Chicory Salad, or a classic Shrimp Cocktail.

For the main entree, guests can select from an array of flavorful entrées, including Oven-Roasted Free-Range Tom Turkey, Slow-Roasted Prime Rib, Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Citrus-Bourbon-Glazed Icelandic Salmon, Herb-Pistachio-Crusted Rack of Lamb, or a 12oz Crispy Skin Chicken Breast.

End your holiday feast with a dessert featuring a duo of Pumpkin Pie and Pecan Square, garnished with vanilla whipped cream and strawberries.

Served Noon – 8 pm. $79 per guest.     Reservations   Menu

Mr. Lyons

When you arrive, enjoy Amuse Bouche and Parker House rolls.

The starter includes a choice of Classic Caesar Salad or Chopped Wedge.

For the main entree, choose from Roast Turkey Roulade, Mr. Lyons Prime Rib, James Bear Wild Salmon, or Pumpkin Cashw Tagine. One of each side is served at the table: Mashed Potatoes with gravy, Sweet Potato Hasselback, Brussels Sprouts, and Mac & Cheese.

Desserts include Pumpkin Chiffon Pie, Apple Tarte Tatin, or Pecan Tart.

Served noon – 5 pm. $115 for adults and $60 for children under 12. Include wine paring for $195.  Reservations (open Oct. 29)  Menu

Zin American Bistro

Johannes

For Course One, choose from Sweet Corn Potato Chowder with Wild-Caught Lump Crab Meat, Escargots, Herb-Cured Cold-Smoked Atlantic Salmon, the Ménage à Trois Cocktail, or a Raw Brussels sprout Salad.

For Course Two, select from Spice-Rubbed Turkey Breast, Wiener Schnitzel, Pan Seared Branzino, Beef Tenderloin Steak “Diane,” or Crispy Roasted Maple Leaf Farm Half Duck. Vegetable entrees are also available.

For Course Three, you can choose Apple Cranberry Strudel, Fresh Berries & Sorbet, Coconut Ginger & Sweet Potato Crème Brulée, Pumpkin & Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bread Pudding, or Tiramisu.

Served 4 – 9 pm. $110 per guest. Reservations  Menu

Grand Central

Enjoy a 5-course Prix fixe celebration at Grand Central this Thanksgiving. This elegant feast offers a delicious selection of courses designed to bring the flavors of the season to your holiday table.

Begin with a savory amuse-bouche.

Continue with a warming Cannellini Bean and Turkey Soup.

Continue with a fresh Fall Harvest Salad.

Carry on for the main course, guests can choose from four tempting entrées: Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner, Maple Glazed Salmon, Herbed Butter NY Strip Steak, or Butternut Squash Lasagna.

To finish the meal, indulge in a classic holiday dessert, choosing between Pumpkin Pie with cinnamon whipped cream or Pecan Pie with bourbon whipped cream.

Served from 3 – 7:30 pm. Priced at $79 per guest and $35 for children under 10.  Reservations    Menu

Churrasco Brazilian Steakhouse

Featuring Herb-Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Pecan Stuffing. Plus, a full Rodizio dinner is served, including 17 all-you-can-eat cuts of meat. Select cuts of beef, chicken, pork, and lamb are served hot off the rotisserie grill and sliced tableside from skewers. The gourmet buffet has hors d’oeuvres, fresh salads, hot sides, and main dishes. Everything is labeled for special diets.

Serving 11 am – 2 pm & 4 pm – 8 pm. Reservations

Thanksgiving To Go

Skip the kitchen and enjoy a hassle-free Thanksgiving with this gourmet to-go meal, perfect for a festive gathering at home. Featuring a perfectly roasted premium sage turkey and a full spread of delicious sides and desserts, this take-home feast has everything you need for a memorable holiday.

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs

The meal centers around a Whole Roasted Sage Turkey with famous Chestnut Sage Stuffing.

Sides include a rich Butternut Squash Bisque, Baby Spinach Salad with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and warm bacon dressing, whipped potatoes, turkey giblet gravy, roasted garnet yams with honey butter, steamed green beans with herbs, and housemade orange cinnamon cranberry relish. An assortment of rolls rounds out the meal.

For dessert, indulge in Traditional Pumpkin Pie and New York Style Cheesecake.

Serves 6 – 8. $250 + tax. Orders must be placed by 5 pm on Thursday, Nov. 21. Place Order.