2026 Thanksgiving Dining Guide in Marina del Rey
Where to Enjoy Turkey, Trimmings, and Waterfront Views This Thanksgiving in L.A.'s Marina
Thanksgiving in Marina del Rey combines delicious dining with stunning waterfront views and laid-back coastal vibes. From upscale eateries to casual bistros, there’s a perfect spot for every kind of gathering.
This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and restaurants around L.A.'s Marina are serving up delicious ways to celebrate. Explore our 2026 Thanksgiving dining guide below and make your reservations early!
BRIZO
For a Thanksgiving feast with a coastal twist, head to Brizo in Marina del Rey for a special three-course dinner that’s sure to impress. Enjoy beer-brined turkey with classic sides like garlic mashed potatoes, pretzel stuffing, and maple-glazed yams. Add lobster, crab legs, or Brussels sprouts for a special touch, and finish with apple or pumpkin pie. A warm, flavorful holiday meal for $49 adults, $25 kids.
BEACHSIDE
This Thanksgiving, skip the kitchen chaos and gather your crew for a laid-back feast at Beachside Restaurant and Bar on Mother's Beach. Enjoy a festive three-course prix fixe dinner featuring seasonal starters, traditional roasted turkey, prime rib, or squash risotto, followed by a sweet holiday dessert. A limited à la carte menu will also be available. Thanksgiving dinner will be served from 5 to 9 p.m., with the prix fixe menu starting at $75 per person.
CAST & PLOW
Enjoy a memorable Thanksgiving dining experience at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey's signature restaurant. This special four-course Thanksgiving feast features a thoughtfully crafted menu showcasing locally sourced, seasonal ingredients in a farm-to-table style. Click to make reservations below. Priced at s $156 per person.
CITY CRUISES
City Cruises in Marina del Rey is offering a delightful Thanksgiving Day experience with both brunch and dinner cruise experiences featuring chef-prepared holiday buffets with traditional favorites like roasted turkey, stuffing, and seasonal sides. The two-hour brunch cruise departs at 11 a.m. and includes unlimited mimosas and live entertainment, with tickets starting at $129 per person plus tax. For an evening celebration, the 2.5-hour dinner cruise departs at 4 p.m. and features a full-service bar and live entertainment, with tickets priced at $187 per person plus tax. It's a scenic way to give thanks with family and friends!
SALT
Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at SALT this year with a festive Thanksgiving brunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. featuring seasonal dishes such as lobster Benedict, glazed ham, lemon ricotta pancakes, and slow-roasted turkey. For dinner, served from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., savor holiday favorites including roasted turkey with apple-pecan stuffing, braised short ribs, petite filet, and pumpkin ravioli. Both meals feature à la carte menus, making it easy to celebrate Thanksgiving your way.
SINDER
Even though there's no Thanksgiving special, Sinder at the Marina del Rey Marriott has plenty of tasty events and specials to enjoy throughout November. Savor tasty bites from street dogs to skirt steak tacos and grilled salmon along with spirit tastings and themed culinary events like their Tito's Vodka Mule Mondays, offering $10 mules from 5 p.m. to close.
WHISKEY RED’S
Gather your friends and family for a relaxed, waterfront celebration at Whiskey Red's. Enjoy waterfront views and a holiday buffet featuring roasted turkey with traditional trimmings, prime rib, roasted salmon, fresh seafood, breakfast favorites, seasonal sides, and an assortment of desserts. Thanksgiving brunch is available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., priced at $72 per adult.
DEAR JANE'S
Enjoy an elegant Thanksgiving by the marina at Dear Jane’s in Marina del Rey. On Thursday, November 26, savor a special prix fixe dinner for $125 per person featuring a curated selection of seasonal starters, entrées such as roasted turkey, prime rib, or fresh seafood, and classic holiday sides and desserts—all served with Dear Jane’s signature coastal charm.
Thanksgiving menus, prices, and availability are subject to change. Reservations are highly recommended. Please contact individual restaurants for the latest details, including children's pricing, taxes, service charges, and holiday hours.