Las Vegas — By Lynn Goya on November 25, 2009 at 4:51 pm
Filed under: Thanksgiving Vegas, Vegas dining, Vegas holiday meals

Thanksgiving in Vegas fit for an Emperor

Skip the hours in the kitchen and let someone else bake the pies. Caesars Palace’s and Station Casino’s top chefs have gone out of their way to create the perfect Thanksgiving feast with prices fit for any wallet and probably cheaper than you can make at home.

Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill: Celebrated Chef Bobby Flay puts his own spin on Thanksgiving, showcasing his Southwest-inspired flair. From the a la carte menu, guests will have two selections. The first: Roasted Turkey with Fresh Sage and Orange Butter; Wild Rice-Goat Cheese Dressing and Cranberry-Mango Relish with Red Chile Gravy. The second section: Double-Cut Rack of Pork with Maple-Horseradish Glaze, Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranates with Toasted Pecans, and Spicy Sweet Potato Gratin. The price is $38 per entrée. (map it)

Bradley Ogden: Famed Bay Area Chef Bradley Ogden, a pioneer in the farm-fresh and organic movement has revealed his inviting fall menu. Amongst the dishes for the first course: Ogden’s signature Twice-Baked Maytag Blue Cheese Souffle with Anjou Pears, Blue Cheese Crumbles and Ver Jus Vinaigrette or Butternut Squash Soup with Southern Fried Frog Legs, Fuji Apple and Fennel Pollen. For the main course: Pan Roasted Alaskan Halibut with Tagliatelle, Black Perigord Truffles and Braised Leeks or Grilled Duroc Pork Loin with Potato Croquette, Braised Brussels Sprouts and Kuri Squash. For the best of traditional fare, a Turkey Dinner with Mashed Potato, Corn Bread Stuffing and Turkey Gravy. To conclude with dessert: Cinnamon Chantilly, Vanilla Ice Cream, Toasted Pepitas or Housemade Ice-Cream. The price is $65 per person. (map it)

Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro: Award-winning Chef François Payard and Executive Chef Gregory Gourreau have created an exciting 3-course Thanksgiving feast. The first course: Butternut Squash Soup; Croques Salmon; Parsnip and Mushroom Tart or Pumpkin Risotto with Crepes. The next course: Traditional Roasted Turkey with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Chestnut Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Creamed Corn or Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Braised short Ribs or Red Snapper and Ratatoullie tart. Dessert includes a selection of mini Payard pastries. The price is $39 per person. (map it)

Serendipity 3: The famed New York icon presents a unique Thanksgiving menu with its sweet and savory twists on the classics in generous portion sizes. Appetizers include Sweet Corn Chowder or Acorn Squash. Entrées feature Jumbo Roasted Turkey Leg with Whipped Sweet Potatoes & Grilled Corn on the Cob; Cedar Plank Salmon with Grain Mustard Butter and Wild Rice Salad or the Day After Thanksgiving Sandwich with Turkey Breast, Stuffing, Mayonnaise and Cranberry Sauce on a Cuban Roll. The Thanksgiving Sundae with Apple Pie and Dulce de Leche Ice Cream with Brittle, Whipped Cream and Chocolate Sauce finish the meal. Prices range from approximately $10 to $17. (map it)

Aliante Station

7300 Aliante Pkwy., North Las Vegas, NV 89084 (map it)

MRKT Sea & Land: Thanksgiving specials include butternut squash soup for $7; herb roasted turkey with cranberry-currant dressing, apple walnut dressing, creamed potatoes with pan gravy, green bean casserole with wild mushrooms and glazed yams for $20; and pumpkin spice cake for $7. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.692.7777.

Pips Cucina & Wine Bar: The special pre-fixed Thanksgiving menu includes wild mushroom soup, butternut squash gnocchi casserole, porcini and prosciutto-stuffed turkey breast, crispy rosemary polenta, sautéed green beans, cranberry sauce, Italian gravy and a fig and walnut tart. The full feast is available for $24.99 per person and 50 percent off for children 10 and under. Thanksgiving dinner is served from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.692.7477.

Feast Buffet: Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving feast complete with freshly carved turkey, glazed ham and roasted prime rib. Guests also have endless choices of salads, soups and desserts to choose from. Omelets and other brunch specialties are served until 11 a.m. The buffet is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is $13.99 with a Boarding Pass, $15.99 without a Boarding Pass and $10.99 for children.

Green Valley Ranch

2300 Paseo Verde Pkwy., Henderson, NV 89052 (map it)

Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis: Specialties on the Thanksgiving Day menu include butternut squash soup with hazelnut crème fraiche for $10; salad with mixed baby lettuces, poached pear in a red wine vinaigrette with toasted walnuts and maytag bleu cheese for $10; roasted free-range turkey breast with sage dressing, glazed yams, mashed potatoes with wild mushroom gravy and fresh cranberry sauce for $25; and bourbon ginger pecan tartlets with praline ice cream and sauce anglaise for $10. Patrons can also order all four courses mentioned above for $50. The restaurant is open from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.617.7075.

Terra Verde: Put an Italian spin on Thanksgiving with the following specials: steamed asparagus served with cheese fondue and white truffles for $10; butternut squash ravioli with brown butter and sage for $10; roasted turkey served with sausage and pine nut stuffing, mashed potatoes, mascarpone and honey glazed yams and traditional turkey gravy for $25; and butternut and apple strudel for dessert for $8. Thanksgiving dinner can be enjoyed from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.617.7075.

Feast Buffet: Enjoy a luxurious holiday feast including champagne, mimosas, freshly carved turkey, glazed ham, roasted prime rib with all the trimmings and a wide variety of seafood including crab legs. Omelets and other brunch specialties are served until 11 a.m. The buffet is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is $18.99 with a Boarding Pass, $21.99 without a Boarding Pass and $10.99 for children.

Red Rock Resort

11011 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89135 (map it)

Cabo Mexican Restaurant: Add a little Mexican flare to Thanksgiving with Cabo’s pavo relleno for $12.99. The dish features baked turkey breast with Oaxaca cheese and mild poblano peppers topped with ancho cream sauce and served with Mexican vegetables and cotija mashed potato. The restaurant is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Grand Café: The café is offering two Thanksgiving specials: roast turkey with pomegranate dressing, mashed potatoes and corn on the cob for $12.99 and baked ham with maple mashed potatoes and vegetables for $12.99. The Thanksgiving specials are available from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

T-Bones Chophouse: The steakhouse is offering several Thanksgiving specials in addition to its mouthwatering regular menu. Specials include seared foie gras with savory pumpkin bread pudding for $19; organic free-range roast turkey with cornbread and sausage dressing, fresh cranberry sauce, mashed sweet potato with vanilla bean and green beans almondine for $42; pan roast sturgeon with Granny Smith apples, salsify and cider butter for $40; and the autumn dessert trilogy, including a bourbon pecan tart, sweet potato pie and apple strudel. The restaurant is open from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and reservations are strongly recommended by calling 702.797.7576.

Terra Rossa: Thanksgiving specials in the Italian restaurant include salmon carpaccio with pomegranate and micro arugula for $14; seared scallops over lentil stew with Tuscan olive oil and black truffles for $16; pumpkin ravioli with brown butter and sage for $16; wild turkey breast with chestnut and sage stuffing, fresh gravy, glazed yams and haricot verts and cranberry compote for $32; and for dessert, apple tart and pumpkin ice cream for $9. The restaurant is open from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.797.7576.

Feast Buffet: Enjoy a luxurious holiday feast including champagne, mimosas, freshly carved turkey, glazed ham, roasted prime rib with all the trimmings and a wide variety of seafood. Omelets and other brunch specialties will also be served until 11 a.m. The buffet is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is $18.99 with a Boarding Pass, $21.99 without a Boarding Pass and $10.99 for children.

Sunset Station

1301 W. Sunset Rd., Henderson, NV 89014 (map it)

Sonoma Cellar: The steakhouse is featuring a traditional turkey dinner for $25 per person. The dinner includes brined, herb-marinated and roasted turkey breast and thigh; house-made dressing with oyster mushrooms, water chestnuts and herbs; Yukon gold mashed potatoes; haricot verts with creamy onion and bacon sauce; turkey demi-glace; house-made whole cranberry sauce; and pumpkin pie with whipped cream and orange-cranberry relish. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.547.7777.

Capri: The Italian ristorante is offering a three-course turkey dinner featuring corn and crab chowder; a traditional tom turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables and giblet gravy; and pumpkin pie, all for $19.99 per person. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.547.7777.

Guadalajara: Guests can enjoy a two-course Thanksgiving meal which includes turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, mixed vegetables and cranberry sauce with pumpkin pie for dessert, all for only $11.99. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.547.7777.

Feast Buffet: Enjoy a classic all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving feast complete with freshly carved turkey, glazed ham and roasted prime rib. Guests also have endless choices of salads, soups and desserts to choose from. Omelets and other brunch specialties are served until 11 a.m. The buffet is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is $13.99 with a Boarding Pass, $15.99 without a Boarding Pass and $10.99 for children.

Palace Station

2411 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89102 (map it)

The Broiler: Enjoy a traditional turkey dinner for only $28 per person. The dinner starts off with shrimp cocktail, followed by slow roasted turkey with mashed potatoes, gravy, sage and sausage stuffing, homemade cranberry sauce, sliced candied yams and green beans almondine with pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. The restaurant is open from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.221.6678.

Pasta Palace: The restaurant is once again featuring the turkey saltimbocca for $19.99. The special includes cutlets of turkey, layered with fresh sage and prosciutto and topped with a white wine butter sauce. It is served with asparagus, mashed potato, house antipasto salad and pumpkin cheesecake. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Call 702.221.6679 for reservations.

Texas Station

2101 Texas Star Lane, North Las Vegas, NV 89032 (map it)

Austins Steakhouse: For those looking for a traditional Thanksgiving experience, Austins is offering a three-course turkey dinner for $32 per person which includes pumpkin butternut squash soup; turkey with mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, yams and green bean almondine; and apple crisp or pumpkin pie for dessert. For those who prefer prime rib for dinner, Austins is offering a three-course prime rib dinner for $42 per person which includes pumpkin, butternut squash soup; roasted herb-crust prime rib with parmesan roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus and creamy horseradish; and apple crisp or pumpkin pie for dessert. All items are also available a la carte. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.631.1033.

San Lorenzo: The authentic Italian restaurant is serving a three-course traditional turkey dinner for $29 per person. The meal includes roasted butternut squash soup; oven roasted turkey with apple sage stuffing, candied yams, mashed potato, giblet gravy, fresh sautéed vegetables and cranberry sauce; and a dessert trio which includes pumpkin pie, apple crisp and a pecan pie bite. All of these items are also available individually as well as a pumpkin ravioli for $12. The restaurant is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.631.1023.

Santa Fe Station

4949 N. Rancho Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89130 (map it)

Feast Buffet: Enjoy a classic all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving feast complete with freshly carved turkey, glazed ham and roasted prime rib. Guests also have endless choices of salads, soups and desserts to choose from. Omelets and other brunch specialties are served until 11 a.m. The buffet is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is $13.99 with a Boarding Pass, $15.99 without a Boarding Pass and $10.99 for children.

Boulder Station

4111 Boulder Hwy., Las Vegas, NV 89121 (map it)

The Broiler: Guests can enjoy a traditional turkey dinner for $19.99 per person complete with roasted turkey breast with stuffing, mashed potatoes, yams, fresh vegetables, cranberry relish and a special holiday dessert. The second Thanksgiving special is the pork chateaubriand served with blackberry brandy sauce, au gratin potatoes, fresh asparagus and a special holiday dessert, all for $27.99 per person. Soup and salad bar can be added to either special for just $2. The Broiler is open from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.432.7743.

Pasta Palace: Thanksgiving specials include the traditional roast turkey dinner complete with pine nut stuffing, mashed potato, yams, fresh vegetables and cranberry relish for $17.99 or lamb chops glazed with a red wine sauce and served with roasted red potatoes and fresh asparagus for $17.99. Both specials are served with a choice of pumpkin, pecan or apple pie. Restaurant hours are 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.432.7559.

Guadalajara: The Mexican restaurant is offering two different Thanksgiving dinner options both priced at $15.99. The first option is a roasted tom turkey with candied yams, mashed potatoes with giblet gravy and green beans almondine. The second option includes honey-basted ham with a champagne fruit glaze, candied yams, mashed potatoes with giblet gravy and green beans almondine. Both options include turkey supreme soup or a house salad and pumpkin or apple pie for dessert. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 702.432.7594.

Fiesta Henderson

7777 W. Lake Mead Blvd, Henderson, NV 89015 (map it)

Fuego Steakhouse: Specials on Thanksgiving Day include a two-course turkey dinner featuring butternut squash soup or house salad and served with herb-roasted Tom turkey with Wisconsin bratwurst dressing, natural herb dressing, puree candied yams, garlic mashed potato, baby vegetables and cranberry rhubarb sauce for $25 and the pan seared Chilean sea bass dusted with pistachio on a bed of mushroom risotto and light tomato concassé for $30. Restaurant hours are 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and reservations are recommended by calling 702.558.7000.

Festival Buffet: Fill up this Thanksgiving with an all-you-can-eat buffet experience featuring hand-carved roasted turkey, glazed ham and prime rib with all the trimmings. Guests can also enjoy fresh soups, salads, entrees and desserts along with the live-action cooking stations. The buffet is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is $12.99 with an Amigo card, $14.99 without an Amigo card and $9.99 for children.

Fiesta Rancho

2400 N. Rancho Rd. North Las Vegas, NV 89130 (map it)

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