If you are looking to eat out this Thanksgiving Day, we have put together a list of some of the restaurants that are offering special Thanksgiving Day menus in the San Juan area.
1919 Restaurant @ Condado Vanderbilt, San Juan
On Thanksgiving Day, join in a course dinner inspired by classic Thanksgiving ingredients dishes such as:
Chestnut Soup with Roasted Pumpkin, Ricotta Gnocchi with Truffle Cream as first course options.
Second course dishes include: Creamy Organic Farro with Wild Mushrooms, Cauldron Pie and Basil Pesto, and Agnolotti Pasta stuffed with Pork Sage, Hazelnut Butter,
Main course dishes include: roasted organic turkey served with cornbread and sausage, preserved cranberries and red wine and sea bass fillet served with clams, shrimp, cuttlefish and mussels in a seafood and tomato broth. There will also be a 12-ounce New York steak with Parmesan Churros, Shishito Peppers, Creamy Parsley and Truffle jJs
Desserts prepared by pastry chef Nasha Fondeur include: Pumpkin Creme Brulee or Chocolate Mousse with Coconut Cream
The Thanksgiving Day four course dinner in 1919 is available in three shifts: 3:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The cost is $90 per person, + applicable taxes & gratuities with complimentary Valet Parking
RSVP: 787-724-1919, 1919@condadovanderbilt.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/pg/1919Restaurant
Ola Ocean Front Bistro @ Condado Vanderbilt, San Juan
Bring your family to a special Thanksgiving celebration and enjoy our exquisite Thanksgiving Banquet created by Chef Juan José Cuevas.
This year’s Thanksgiving Buffet combines traditional dishes with Puerto Rican favorites. There will be Herb Roasted Turkey with Traditional Sauces along with Cream of Pumpkin and Sweet Potato, Puerto Rican rRce with Pigeon Peas. There will be various other buffet stations along with a dessert station featuring ‘Baba au Rhum’, Pecan Pie and three varieties of French Macaroons – Marshmallows, Blueberries and more.
Thanksgiving buffet at Ola Ocean Front Bistro will be available from 3 to 9pm, with a cost of $69pp and $ 35 for children 12 and younger. Taxes and gratuities are not included in the price
Reserve: olarest@condadovanderbilt.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/olaoceanfrontbistro/
aMare @ Serafina Beach Hotel, San Juan
Executive Chef Luis Guzman has created a sumptuous Thanksgiving Day buffet at the aMare restaurant. Center stage will be a Roast Turkey Carving Station accompanied by traditional Thanksgiving side dishes. Diners will also be able to sample traditional Puerto Rican dishes and a selection of desserts.
The Thanksgiving buffet will be available from 12 noon to 9:00 pm with a cost of $65pp and includes a welcome Prosecco glass. $25 for children from 6 to 12 years old; Children five years old and under eat free. Prices do not include taxes and gratuity.
More details here
Verdanza Hotel, San Juan
Enjoy a varied and exquisite special menu for Thanksgiving created by Chef Elvin Rosado. Highlight will be the Roast Turkey served with a tasty Dried Nut Sauce, Cranberry Rice, various Salads varieties, Corn sautéed with Beans, Peppers, Zucchini and Yellow sSuash To end the gastronomic feast, there will be traditional desserts of the season such as Pumpkin Flan, variety of Cheesecake a special Chocolate Cake
Thanksgiving lunch is 11am to 5pm and includes live music, a welcome drink per person and two (2) hours of free parking self-parking ’parking. The cost is $45pp and $22 for children aged 5-12. The price does not include taxes and gratuities.
More details here
The Loft @ La Concha, San Juan
Executive chef Erika Gómez presents a fun and relaxed oceanfront Thanksgiving Banquet at The Loft restaurant.. Buffet stations include: Cheese and Charcuterie, Soups and Salads, Carving Table and Desserts
There will also be an unlimited beverage station (with additional cost) with three choices available as an additional option: rum punch, mimosas and Bloody Mary.
The Thanksgiving Banquet will be available from 10am to 4pm, with a cost of $59pp and $35 for children under 12.The price is $ 59.00 per person and $ 35.00 per child under 12 years. Unlimited beverage cost is $22pp. Taxes and gratuities are not included.
Reservations can be made via OpenTable or by calling (787) 721-7500. More details here
Waters Edge Restaurant @ Coco Beach Resort
The culinary team of executive chef Efraín Cruz has designed a Brunch feast at the Water’s Edge restaurant that will be available from 11:30am to 4pm. Gastronomic stations will include Artisan Breads, Fresh Pastries, Cheese Selection and Local and International Deli, Sushi and Sashimi and the main Carving Station with a Roast Turkey with Sage and Blueberry Sauce, Puerto Rican style Pork with Roasted Pumpkin with Garlic, and New York Strip Tenderloin with Herbs in Red Wine.
The Brunch is priced at $30pp and $19 for children between 3 and 1. Taxes and gratuities are not included in the price.
Prime 787 @ Coco Beach Resort
Executive chef Efraín Cruz has created a 4 course Thanksgiving Dinner with traditional dishes. Diners will have the option to pair the meal wit b a selection of wines, while children will enjoy their very own menu.
The Prime 787 Thanksgiving Dinner will be available from 6-10pm with a cost of $60pp and $21 for children aged 3-12. Wine matching will be an additional $30pp. Taxes and gratuities are not included in the price.
For information and reservations, visit www.TheResortAtCocoBeach.com, or call (787) 657-1051.
Wyndham Rio Mar
The Wyndham Rio Mar will be celebrating Thanksgiving with a special brunch in their Caribbean Ballroom. Diners will have a choice of traditional dishes and local favorites while enjoying live entertainment.
The cost will be $50pp and $22.50 for children. More deatils here
Restaurante Alexandra. @ Copamarina Resort, Guanica
Restaurante Alexandra.wil be offering a Thanksgiving Day Lunch and Thanksgiving Dinner.
Lunch will be 3 courses and will cost $28pp and $14 for children plus taxes and gratuities
Dinner will be buffet style with salads, roast turkey, beef and fish, various side dishes and a choice of desserts, The cost will be $55pp and $25 for children plus taxes and gratuities
More details here
Orégano Cocina Criolla @ Wyndham Candelero Beach Resort, Humacao
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Orégano Cocina Criolla with their Thanksgiving Day Buffet with live entertainment. Buffet stations include: soup[s, salads, turkey carving station, pasta, entres station and desserts. The cost will be $40pp and $14 for children under 12.
More details here
Villa Cofresi Hotel
Celebrate with your family with a special 5 Course Thanksgiving Special that includes: Specvial House Salad, Creamy Steak & Potato Soup, Caprese Cheese Skewers, Orange, Garlic & Herb Roasted Turkeywith Pigeon Pea Rice & Caribean Roasted Roots Ratatouille and ending with Homemade Dessert.
The cost is $24.95 pp + taxes, Children (ages 4-10) $14.95 + taxes
More details here
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