A Los Cabos Thanksgiving: Where to Eat, Gather, and Find Your Holiday Essentials

There's something truly special about celebrating Thanksgiving in Los Cabos. Whether you're new to the area or exploring it as a potential second home, you'll discover that the holiday can be celebrated here beautifully, combining familiar traditions with the charm of the Baja.

At Goldsmith Group Los Cabos, we’re here to help make your Los Cabos Thanksgiving as memorable and seamless as possible, so we've put together this guide to help you navigate everything from ingredient shopping to restaurant reservations.

What's Thanksgiving Like in Los Cabos?

In Los Cabos, many cultural celebrations come together throughout the year. And while Thanksgiving isn't originally a Méxican tradition, the beauty of this community is how it welcomes celebrations from around the world alongside its local holidays and customs. Known as "Día de Acción de Gracias," you'll find both traditional holiday dishes and new Baja-inspired flavours that might just become your new family favourites.

You'll find that many restaurants and markets have embraced Thanksgiving, offering traditional ingredients and special holiday menus. The expat community has helped establish some of these holiday traditions here, and the perfect November weather means you can host your gathering outdoors.

Where to Shop for Thanksgiving Ingredients

If you’re planning on cooking up the perfect Thanksgiving feast, you’ll need to know where to look. Here's your complete guide to finding all those essential ingredients:

Major Supermarkets

Good news! Our major supermarkets – Walmart, Chedraui, Soriana, and La Comer – stock many of the Thanksgiving basics like small frozen turkeys and sourdough bread to make your own stuffing. For those hosting bigger gatherings, Costco in Cabo San Lucas is perfect – they carry larger turkeys and all those familiar holiday treats you might be missing from home.

Local Butcher Shops

Want to make your meal extra special? The local butchers in Cabo and San José del Cabo are another great place to look. Many can secure fresh turkeys with advance notice, and they're always happy to help if you're considering other options, like a roast or chicken, for your main dish.

California Ranch Market

Looking for those specific ingredients that make your family recipes special? California Ranch Market, with convenient locations in downtown Cabo and The Shoppes at Palmilla, is your go-to spot. While they don't sell whole turkeys, they have plenty of delicious sides like turkey pot pies, gravy mixes, and their popular Gourmet Turkey Brine Kits. Their deli section is a lifesaver for busy hosts, offering delicious prepared sides and appetizers. You can even order online and have your groceries sent right to your doorstep!

Los Cabos Organic Market at Pedregal

For the freshest local ingredients, don't miss the Los Cabos Organic Market at Pedregal, open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's a wonderful place to find premium organic produce, quality meats, and unique specialty items that will make your Thanksgiving meal truly memorable.

Where to Dine if You're Not Cooking

There is no shortage of exceptional restaurants in Los Cabos that offer special Thanksgiving menus. Here are some of our favorite spots for a holiday meal that feels home cooked:

Flora Farms

You'll love Flora Farms in San José del Cabo for their seasonal, field-to-table spread this time of year. Their Thanksgiving menu features farm-fresh dishes like mesquite-roasted organic turkey, homestyle sourdough stuffing, and creamy whipped potatoes. Don't forget to try their seasonal pies – the pumpkin and apple are crowd pleasers!

H Restaurant

Tucked away in San José del Cabo's charming Art District, H Restaurant (also known as ‘H Garden’) puts on an intimate, family-style Thanksgiving experience. Their all-inclusive menu adds an Italian twist to the holiday classics, and the welcoming garden-style atmosphere makes everyone feel at home. Plus, you can bring your favourite wine – there's no corkage fee!

Don Manuel's

For an upscale Thanksgiving dinner, Don Manuel's at the Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal is hard to beat. Enjoy expertly prepared classics like roasted turkey, ribeye, and creamy mashed potatoes, complemented by creative seasonal desserts. With beautiful Pacific views and live music, it's a celebration you won’t forget.

Cocina del Mar

Want to make this Thanksgiving extra special? Visit Cocina del Mar at Esperanza, an Auberge Resort in Cabo San Lucas. Their four-course Thanksgiving menu offers creative takes on holiday favourites, served on a stunning oceanfront terrace. It's the perfect setting for making holiday memories.

Making Los Cabos Your Home Away From Home

Whether you're planning a cozy home-cooked meal or looking forward to a restaurant celebration, Thanksgiving in Baja Sur is always something special. 

If you're thinking about making Los Cabos your second home or finding the perfect residential community in paradise for your next investment, we'd love to help. Reach out to us at Goldsmith Group Los Cabos today and let’s find you the perfect place for all your future celebrations in this beautiful corner of the world.