Guide: Where to Dine Out for Thanksgiving Dinner

BECKHAM GRILL

Since 1978 Beckham Grill has been famous for its Roasted Prime Rib. Keeping with the tradition of the Old English Inns, Beckham Grill offers its guests a hospitable place where friends gather for hearty fare.

Hand-crafted cocktails, martinis, ales on draft and gastropub selections are available in the Rose and Crown Pub. Steaks, seafood, salads and an extensive wine list are guaranteed to please as you dine in an atmosphere of dark woods, overstuffed chairs, private booths and charming furnishings.

The olde English taxicab, red phone booth, cozy rooms and glowing blaze in the fireplace beckon all who enter…”Eat, drink and be merrie.”

Thanksgiving Menu
November 27, 2014

Appetizers
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail – $14.95
Fried Artichoke Hearts – $7.95
Norwegian Smoked Salmon – $12.50
Crispy Porcupine Shrimp – $11.95

Starters
Chopped House Stilton Salad
Crusted French Onion Soup
Lobster Bisque
Crown City Salad
Hearts of Romaine Salad with Bleu Cheese Crumbles

Main Courses
Roast Turkey $29.9 With all the Trimmings.
Grilled Atlantic Salmon $32.95 (On a Bed of Sauteed Spinach, Topped with Remoulude.)
Prime Ribs OF Beef $38.95 (Our Traditional Beckham’s Cut. Creamed Spinach, Creamed Corn & Yorkshire Pudding. )
Roast Duckling $32.95 (Rice, Stuffing, Black Cherry-Grand Meunier Sauce.)
Boneless Beef Short Ribs $29.95 (Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fresh Vegetables Rich, Natural Jus
Slow Roasted Pork Prime Rib $36.95 Garlic Mashed Potato, Stuffing, Fresh Vegetables Choice of Honey- Rosemary Glaze or Cognac-Peppercorn Sauce.)

Desserts
Raspberry English Trifle
Raisin Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
Pecan Pie
French Vanilla Ice Cream
Pumpkin Pie
Raspberry Sherbet

Children 12 and under -Roast Turkey or Chicken Fingers $914.95

Beckham Grill
77 W Walnut St
Pasadena CA 91103
Phone: (626) 796-3399
Website: http://beckhamgrill.com/

BUCA di BEPPO ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Buca di Beppo serves authentic Italian cuisine in an eclectic, vintage setting. Our dishes are served family-style, meant to be shared by everyone at the table. Two sizes are available: Buca Small feeds two or more and Buca Large feeds four or more. At Buca, guests delight in our lively atmosphere, enjoy the classic tunes of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin and admire our decor, including family photos and candid shots of Italian-American icons, such as Sophia Loren and Joe DiMaggio. Our energetic atmosphere, delicious food and friendly staff make Buca di Beppo the perfect place for great Italian food and fun.

Buca’s Thanksgiving Day Feast

Sliced White Meat Turkey or Hickory-Smoked Ham, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Spicy Italian Sausage Stuffing, Green Beans, Cranberry Sauce, Homestyle Gravy and Pumpkin Pie.
Size:

Buca Small (serves up to 3 people) $53.99 Buca Large (serves up to 6 people) $98.99
Available ONLY Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, 11/27.

Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday: 11:00am – 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 11:00am – 11:00pm, Sunday: 11:00am – 9:00pm

Buca di Beppo
80 West Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone: (626) 792-7272
Website: www.bucadibeppo.com

FU-SHING CHINESE RESTAURANT

Passed on from three generations, and over seventy years of exquisite culinary experience, Chef Felix Chang and his father Chef Tso-Chun Chang opened up Fu Shing Restaurant in the year 1980. Remembering back that the first restaurant opened in 1920 by the Chang family was in Szechwan, China, and later the second restaurant by Chef Tso-Chun Chang himself in the city of Taipei, where these chefs mastered their culinary arts and focused their recipes on Szechwan taste.

Thanksgiving Special / No Deadline for Reservation

Turkey + Gravy + Sticky Rice + Assorted Vegetables for $65

Hours:
Open seven days every week from 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM.

Fu-Shing Chinese Restaurant
2960 E Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena CA 91107
Phone: (626) 792-8898
Website: http://fu-shing.com/

IL FORNAIO

Il Fornaio Pasadena offers elegant private and semi-private dining space along with a wide range of specialized menus and services to match our authentic, award-winning Italian cuisine. Our experienced staff will work closely with you to create a memorable event for you and your guests.

Hours of Operation
Brunch: Sunday, 9:00am – 11:00am. Lunch: Daily, 11:30am – 3:00pm. Dinner: Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 10:00pm; Friday – Saturday, 3:00pm – 11:00pm. Sunday, 10:00pm

Il Fornaio
One Colorado Shopping Center
24 West Union Street
Pasadena, CA 91103
Phone: (626) 683-9797
Website: http://www.ilfornaio.com/pasadena

MAISON AKIRA

Owner and Chef, Akira Hirose, has created an exquisite menu featuring French cuisine with a Japanese flair. Akira takes personal interest in preparing each selection with the freshest ingredients for a culinary delight. Entrees include, Miso Marinated Grilled Chilean Sea Bass and Roasted Rack of Lamb in a Rosemary Sauce.

Chef Akira has created a delightful menu inspired by traditional Thanksgiving Day feasts!

Come early, dinner begins at 4:00 P.M.

Maison Akira’s Thanksgiving Day Turkey Menu
(We will only have this Menu today)
November 27, 2014
4:00 – 8:00 P.M. (last order)

Amuse Bouche
Mixed Mushroom Soup with Sourdough Croutons or …

Autumn Baby Mixed Greens with Caramelized Pecans, Poached Pear
& Cherry Tomatoes in a Balsamic Truffle Oil Dressing or…

Maison Akira Roasted Free Range Turkey with Dried Fruit Stuffing
Served with Sweet Yams & Assorted Vegetables with Orange Ginger Cranberries or…

Grilled Angus Rib-Eye Steak in a Marchand du Vin Sauce
With Gratin of Potato and Brussels Sprout Sympatic or…

Grilled Miso Marinated Chilean Sea Bass with Sautéed Kale

Apple Tart Tatin with Chantilly

$65 (Food Only) Per Person

Children 10Years and Under
$30.00 per Person

Maison Akira
713 East Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (626) 796-9501
Website: www.maisonakira.net

MI PIACE

Mi Piace is widly popular offering fresh, light Italian cooking embellished with New York flavors as well as a variety of exotic cusine to meet guest’s diverse pallet.

A wide selection of appetizers, salads, pastas, seafood, pizzas and exotic weekly specials put Mi PIace on the culinary map. Whether it is Vitello alla Milanese, Chilean Sea Bass or luscious homemade baked lasagna, the choice is excellent. Mi Piace’s food is addictive.

Hours of Operation
Sunday-Thursday: 8am-11:30pm
Friday, Saturday: 8am-12:30am

Mi Piace
25 E Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone: (626) 795-3131
Website: http://www.mipiace.com/

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Pasadena, CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth’s Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a 3-course dinner at Ruth’s Chris, featuring Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast and Sweet Potato Casserole.
Just $39.95 for adults & $12.95 for children!

Hours of Operation
Dinner: Monday – Thursday: 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Friday: 5:00pm – 10:30pm Saturday: 4:30pm – 10:30pm, Sunday: 4:30pm – 9:30pm

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
369 East Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (626) 583-8122
Website: http://www.ruthschris.com/Steak-House/7357/Pasadena

SUSHI YA

Sushi Ya is an intimate neighborhood restaurant in northeast Pasadena, were the owner, Jason Kim is one of the sushi chefs and knows all his regulars by name and sushi order.

Store Hours
Mon – Thurs: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 03:30 AM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sushiya
2525 E Foothill Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107
Phone: (626) 795-1311
Website: www.sushiyapasadena.com

THE DERBY

The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit and relive the excitement of The Race of the Century. We excel in offering the best grades of meat and extremely fresh seafood prepared by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrap Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a fine cognac or single malt scotch on our patio, or take in a sporting event on one of our three new plasma screen television sets. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right bet.

Hours:

Lunch
Served Monday – Friday from 11:30am

Dinner
Served Daily from 4pm

Early Bird Hours:
Sunday – Thursday only: 4pm – 6pm

The Derby
233 E. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91006
Phone: (626) 447-2430
Website: www.thederbyarcadia.com

THE HUNTINGTON BALLROOM AT THE LANGHAM

Thanksgiving 2014 Special:

A Bountiful Brunch will be Served, including Champagne and Live Entertainment
• Served 12:00pm to 4:00pm
• $98 per person
• $38 per child under 12

The Huntington Ballroom at the Langham
1401 South Oak Knoll
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 568-3900
Website: http://pasadena.langhamhotels.com/

THE RAYMOND 1886

The Raymond restaurant offers inspired, seasonal cooking featuring the finest selection of ingredients paired with a diverse collection of wines from top West Coast and international producers and hand crafted culinary cocktails produced in our bar, 1886.

Thanksgiving Dinner

$70 per person
Holiday Hours – 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Turkey Dinner or Prime Rib Feast

*Pumpkin Ravioli and Grilled Salmon available on request*

Starter
Pecorino and Autumn Fruit Salad with Arugula & Walnut-Honey Dressing

Entrée

Garlic and Black Pepper Prime Rib with Pear Horseradish and Au Jus
-or-

Organic Free Range Oven Roasted Turkey – White and Dark Meat

Accompanied by:

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Candied Weiser Farms Yams with Toasted Homemade Marshmallows
Italian Sausage and Grilled Apple Stuffing
The Classic Green Bean Casserole
Traditional Rosemary Gravy
Cranberry and Cardamom Sauce

Dessert

American Apple Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel & Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
-or-

Pumpkin Mousse with a Ginger Snap Crust, Chantilly Cream & Frosted Cranberries

To reserve, please call (626) 441-3136
Call us soon – space is limited!
Credit Card required to reserve – no exceptions.
48hr Cancellation Policy – $50 per person

The Raymond 1886
1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave,
Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone: (626) 441-3136
Website: www.theraymond.com

THE ROYCE WOOD-FIRED STEAKHOUSE AT THE LANGHAM

The Royce | Wood-Fired Steakhouse features the finest selection of USDA Prime Cuts, authentic Australian and Japanese Wagyu, expertly prepared over a wood-fired grill with White Oak and seasonal wood to sear in the maximum flavor and juiciness of each cut. The menu also includes a selection of fresh, seasonal seafood and comforting side dishes, created by Chef Perry Pollaci.

Thanksgiving Dinner Special Menus
Thursday, November 27, 2014

Enjoy a Three-Course Thanksgiving Dinner including a selection of traditional favorites such as Stuffed Roasted Turkey with Sweet Potato Purée and Cranberry Chutney, Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Kale Salad with Blue Cheese and Chestnut Mousseline, and Pumpkin Pie Tart with Praline and Ginger Mousse prepared by Chef Perry Pollaci.
• Served 4:00pm to 9:00pm
• $85 without wine, $125 with wine
• $45 per child under 12

Hours of Operation:
The Royce is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are accepted 5:30-10:00pm Tuesdays through Thursdays and 5:30-10:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Sunday Market Brunch served Sundays from 11:00am-2:00pm.

The Royce Wood-Fired Steakhouse at the Langham
1401 South Oak Knoll Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 585-6410
Website: www.roycela.com

THE TERRACE AT THE LANGHAM, PASADENA

The Terrace serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and a delectable breakfast buffet and Dim Sum Sunday Brunch. The California bistro-style menu is comprised of the freshest, seasonal and sustainable ingredients under the direction of Chef de Cuisine Cyril Kabaoglu. The Terrace’s outdoor patio offers guests lovely alfresco dining with views of the Picture Bridge and pool, and provides the perfect setting for a business lunch or relaxing dinner.

Thanksgiving 2014 Special Presented By Chef Cyril Kabaoglu
Thursday, November 27, 2014

Dim Sum Breakfast Brunch w/ Sparkling Wine – 10am to 2pm. $58pp, $29 per child under 12.
Three-Course Dinner 4pm to 9pm. $65 w/o wine, $95 w/ wine, $32 per child under 12

Hours of Operation:
Open Sunday through Thursday from 5:30am to 9:30pm; Open Friday and Saturday from 5:30am to 10:00pm; Closed Monday through Thursday from 2:00pm to 5:30pm

The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena
1401 South Oak Knoll
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 585-6218
Website: http://pasadena.langhamhotels.com/

BUCA di BEPPO Italian Restaurant

Buca di Beppo serves authentic Italian cuisine in an eclectic, vintage setting. Our dishes are served family-style, meant to be shared by everyone at the table. Two sizes are available: BUCA SMALL feeds two or more and BUCA LARGE feeds four or more. At Buca, guests delight in our lively atmosphere, enjoy the classic tunes of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin and admire our decor, including family photos and candid shots of Italian-American icons, such as Sophia Loren and Joe DiMaggio. Our energetic atmosphere, delicious food and friendly staff make Buca di Beppo the perfect place for great Italian food and fun.

Buca’s Thanksgiving Party Pan Feast Features:

Sliced, White Meat Turkey or Hickory-Smoked Ham, Homestyle Gravy, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Spicy Italian Sausage Stuffing, Green Beans and Cranberry Sauce.

Size:
Half Party Pans (serves up to 10 people) $159.99
Full Party Pans (serves up to 20 people) $299.99

Available 11/3/14 through 1/4/15. 48-hour notice required. Available as Party Pans To Go only. Call8779552822 or visit http://www.bucadibeppo.com/banquets/holiday-parties-catering/ for more information.

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday: 11:00am – 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 11:00am – 11:00pm, Sunday: 11:00am – 9:00pm

Buca di Beppo
80 West Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone: (626) 792-7272
Website: www.bucadibeppo.com

JULIENNE

The Restaurant includes the private Library Dining Room and the Gourmet Market, which offers prepared meals, frozen foods, boutique wines and gifts for those who love to cook, eat and/or entertain. The staff takes great pride in the creativity, consistency and quality of the food. Everything continues to be made on the premises.

Thanksgiving Menu 2014 Gobble, Gobble!

Hors D’Oeuvres and Appetizers

-Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
-Spinach Salad with Curried Cashews, Sliced Pears and Red Onion, Honey Sesame Vinaigrette
-Signature Layered Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pesto Terrine with Toasted Baguette Crisps
-Rosemary Currant Parmesan Toast
-Cheddar Pecan Wafers
-Kahlua Spiced Pecans
-Our Cranberry Chutney with Apricot and Crystallized Ginger – Makes a wonderful hostess gift!

The Turkey!

-Slow Roasted Boneless Breast glazed with Orange Marmalade and Mustard Seeds, Julienne Stuffing under the skin
* Turkey Legs glazed with Orange Marmalade and Mustard Seeds
Housemade Turkey Gravy with Apple Cider – we slowly roast the turkey bones

Side Dishes

Traditional Fare
-Stuffing with Rosemary Currant Bread, Pecans, Raisins, Apples, Dried Cranberries & Herbs
-Puréed Sweet Potatoes and Yams with Dried Cranberry and Pecan Garnish
-Garlic Mashed Potatoes
-Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Carrots
On the Lighter Side
-Roasted Buttercup, Acorn and Butternut Squash
-Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts
-Haricots Verts with Orange Zest

Desserts
-Julienne Pumpkin Pie with Orange Zest Pâte Sucrée Crust
-Decadent Bourbon Pecan Pie
* Apple Bread Pudding with Hard Rum Sauce
-Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies
-Large Gingerbread Turkey Cookies
-Pumpkin Waffles
-Pumpkin Walnut Bar Tray with Cream Cheese Frosting
-Citrus Glazed Teacake

Bread
-Rosemary Currant Rolls
-Plain Ciabatta Dinner Rolls

Dinner for Six
All inclusive for six (or for four with some delicious leftovers)…except for the dessert
-Spinach Salad, two large
-Cranberry Chutney, one jar
-Boneless Turkey Breast, one whole
-Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Carrots, two pounds
-Housemade Turkey Gravy, one quart
-Garlic Mashed Potatoes, three pounds
-Julienne Stuffing, two pounds
-Rosemary Currant Rolls, six individual

Suggested Wine Pairings:
* Pinot Blanc, Dopff & Irion, $21
* Beaujolais Nouveau, Mommessin, $20
* Pinot Noir, Domaine Drouhin, $55

Also…(not available for pre-order)
Frozen casseroles, soups, stews, hors d’oeuvres items – selection will vary on a daily basis
Breakfast Pastries / Signature Chicken Tarragon Sandwich / Hearty Vegetable Chili

Order & Pick-Up Information
You may place an order by: Phone (626) 441-2499 • email kate@julienne.us
Wed., Nov. 26 TH: Pick-up day from 10am-4pm. We will be closed Thursday, November 27th.
Mon., Nov. 24th by Noon: Deadline for order placement

Julienne
2651 Mission Street
San Marino, California 91108
Phone: (626) 441-2299
Website: www.juliennetogo.com