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Where to get Thanksgiving Dinner in San Diego

Thanksgiving meal served by Smokey and the Brisket in San Diego
This plate of smoked turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce is making us hungry. | Photo via Smokey and the Brisket
Who’s ready to gobble ‘til they wobble this Thanksgiving? The typical feast for the holiday has been around for centuries, bringing families together since the First Thanksgiving in 1621.

Though we don’t have to catch our own turkeys anymore, we know that preparing such a meal can be a difficult task. We’ve got you covered — hang up those aprons, put the mixing spoons down, and check out our list of seven local spots that do the cooking for you. Pro tip: Make reservations.

🍖 Smokey and the Brisket | 5465 Lake Murray Blvd., La Mesa
This family-friendly barbecue joint will be serving both dine-in and to-go options with smoked turkey roast, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce + pumpkin pie.

🥧 Town and Country Resort | 500 Hotel Circle North, Mission Valley
Dine-in and enjoy live music, festive decor, and a traditional Thanksgiving menu — prepared from scratch by the onsite restaurant, ARLO — at this kid-friendly + dog-friendly resort.

ARLO Thanksgiving pie San Diego

Expect all the fixins’ for the this feast at Town and Country.

Photo via ARLO

🍳 Lionfish | 435 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter
Dine-in or grab your feast to-go, with options ranging from traditional seafood dishes to prime meats to a Thanksgiving meal featuring a country-fried turkey cutlet with buttermilk biscuits, redeye gravy, and a fried farm egg.

🍝 The Winery Restaurant | 4301 La Jolla Village Dr., Ste. 2040, University City
Dine-in to experience a prix fixe menu full of traditional flavors accompanied by options that offer a true Thanksgiving twist — from pumpkin ravioli to king salmon “a la plancha.” Or, order your meal to-go by Saturday, Nov. 19.

🍠 Hotel del Coronado | 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado
Dine-in at the iconic hotel’s brand new Southpointe Ballroom with an array of Thanksgiving foods set up in buffet-style — don’t worry, they didn’t forget the pie.
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Thursday, Nov. 10
  • Lemon Grove Farmers Market | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 3-6:30 p.m. | VFW Parking Lot, 2885 Lemon Grove Ave., San Diego | Free | An East County gathering highlighting locally-grown produce.
  • Whitey Morgan and the 78’s | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 7 p.m. | Ramona Mainstage, 626 Main St., Ramona | $25 | Feel the Southern vibes at this country concert.
Friday, Nov. 11
  • All Get Out | Friday, Nov. 11 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory NP, San Diego | $95 | The alternative indie rockers take the stage.
  • Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Bing Crosby Season Opening Day | Friday, Nov. 11 | 11 a.m. | Del Mar Racing, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar | $6 | The 4-week Bing Crosby horse racing season kicks off where the turf meets the surf.
Saturday, Nov. 12
  • 2022 Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 7:15 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ski Beach, 1600 Vacation Rd., San Diego | $45-$99 | This loop course features 13.1 miles of fast and flat stretches, bay views + ocean breezes.
  • City Ballet of San Diego Presents Carnival of the Animals | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 2 p.m. | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego | $25 | This production featuring 14 movements by the French composer Camille Saint-Saëns is a great way to introduce tiny dancers to the world of classical ballet.
  • San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival - Grand Tasting | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 12-3 p.m. | Embarcadero Marina Park North, 400 Kettner Blvd., San Diego | $200+ | Raise your spirits with renowned chefs, domestic + imported wines, beers, and liquors.
  • San Diego Made Holiday Market | Saturday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 13 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | JULEP Venue, 1735 Hancock St., San Diego | $6 | Shop from 80+ local craft vendors while enjoying special holiday cocktails, food trucks, music, and activities for the kids.
  • San Diego Potters’ Guild Fall Patio Show | Saturday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 13 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Spanish Village Art Center, 1770 Village Place, San Diego | Free | The San Diego Potters’ Guild fills the courtyard with thousands of pots + ceramic wares for sale.
Sunday, Nov. 13
  • Beer Garden at The Lodge | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 12-3 p.m. | The Lodge at Torrey Pines, 11480 North Torrey Pines Rd., San Diego | $145 | Close out San Diego Beer Week with a celebration featuring 28 breweries + 14 chefs.
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WHAT ELSE IS COOKIN'?

Weather
  • 66º | Mostly sunny | 0% chance of rain
  • Well, that was a solid, much-needed soak across the county. The National Weather Service released rainfall totals from this week’s storm and — calling out a few stellar stats — we spy 2.28 inches at Brown Field, 2.09 inches in Escondido, 1.61 inches in La Mesa, and 6.87 inches at Palomar Observatory. 🌧️ (National Weather Service)
Sunrise + Sunset
  • Rise: 6:14 a.m.
  • Set: 4:51 p.m.
Tide
  • Low: 3:05 a.m. + 4:38 p.m.
  • High: 9:23 a.m. + 11:07 p.m.
  • Water Temperature: 64º
Civic
  • The San Diego County Registrar of Voters is still tallying results from Election Day — and the next batch of numbers will be released by 5 p.m. tonight. Keep an eye on the results, including big local races like San Diego County Sheriff. The outcomes must be certified by Thursday, Dec. 8. 🗳️
  • Chula Vista residents are invited to a workshop on Monday, Nov. 14, from 5-7 p.m., at Harborside Elementary School to share thoughts on the future of Harborside Park. The park has been temporarily closed since Aug. 31 to address the community’s concerns over homelessness + criminal activity in the area. 🌳
Development
  • San Diego Port Commissioners have agreed to launch an environmental review of the $3.6 billion proposal to redevelop Seaport Village. Developer 1HWY1’s project has undergone several revisions over the years — and the latest plan is grand. This review process is expected to take at least two years. 🌊 (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Community
  • Registration is open for the county’s Live Well Advance Conference & School Summit on Wednesday, Dec. 7. The event brings together locals, partners + community leaders from all sectors to discuss issues like equity, behavioral health, and student wellbeing — all to advance the shared vision of a thriving, healthy San Diego. 🌇
Outdoors
  • Parks and Recreation will host its Warrior Hike Challenge this Saturday, Nov. 12, at El Cajon Mountain in the El Capitan County Preservearguably the toughest hike in San Diego County. The free event — broken up into three levels — is open to all + popular among military personnel. 🥾
  • It’s time to get outdoors. National parks will waive admission fees for all guests on Friday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day. If California’s Joshua Tree or Yosemite National Parks are out of range, check out Cabrillo National Monument, right here in San Diego. (KOIN) 🏔️
Biz
  • San Diego County Regional Airport Authority will host a virtual Veterans Appreciation Event on Thursday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Register to learn about contract opportunities at SAN for veteran-owned small businesses and the Veterans Fellowship Program, which helps vets transition from active duty to the civilian workforce at the airport. 💼
Family
  • Circo Hermanos Caballero — a circus from Guadalajara, Mexico — has set up its big top in the parking lot of Parkway Plaza mall in El Cajon, with eight shows through Monday, Nov. 14. Tickets start at $20. 🎪
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Local Veterans Day events + deals 🇺🇸

Veterans Day 2022 ceremonies and freebies in San Diego

SD Veterans Park Poway
Veterans Park in Poway will hold a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 11. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday
As a military town, Veterans Day is close to the hearts of San Diegans. We’ve rounded up some local ceremonies set for Friday, Nov. 11, that’ll honor those who’ve served + protected our freedom — plus a few freebies being offered to vets via local businesses.

🇺🇸 Ceremonies

  • Salute to Service Festival | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | USS Midway Museum | Free | A celebration aboard the historic aircraft carrier for all service members.
  • Veterans Day Ceremony | 11 a.m. | Veterans Park, Poway | Free | VFW Post 7907 and the Poway Veterans Park Committee honor those who serve.

🍔 Freebies

  • Show your military ID at Flagship Cruises to get a free ride on the San Diego Harbor Tour — and special savings of 15% off year-round.
  • SeaWorld San Diego will offer free admission to veterans and their families from Friday, Nov. 11-Sunday, Nov. 13.
  • Coco Maya in Little Italy will offer service members 20% off food + drinks.
A FEW GOOD DEALS
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Trevor + Monica.

Editor’s pick: Hi, Monica here. I’m really enjoying San Diego Beer Week and everything the local craft brewing industry brings to our city. 🍻

I tried some great pours at the 2022 Guild Fest, including this year’s Capital of Craft IPA, Bagby Beer Company’s La Chancla, and the Rice Cold Lager from Gravity Heights. I also went rogue and tried the Strawberry Coconut Hard Kombucha from NOVA and, dang, that was good. Cheers, SD.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We treated you to a list of 10 places where you can pre-order your Thanksgiving pies in San Diego. 🥧
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