Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa, curates and hosts numerous special events and activities throughout the year, that are not to be missed. Stay tuned to our events calendar and these Happenings pages for what's coming up to be part of the coastal, cool lifestyle here at Cape Rey.
Always happening at Chandler's Oceanfront Dining is live music, every Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday evening from 5:00-7:00 PM, as well as during Sunday Brunch, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM to make brunching at the coast even better. Chandler's is also the place to be for daily Happy Hour specials from 4:00-6:00 PM and Weekday Specials featuring Chef's favorites paired with your favorite libations.
Come feast with us any time of day and with a menu that suits your family's style.
Breakfast 7AM - 10AM
After putting your turkey in the oven, come treat the family to a coastal breakfast with a limited a la carte menu and a kids menu also available.
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Thanksgiving Dinner 4PM - 9PM (last seating at 8:30PM)
$85 per person - Kids Menu $30
This exceptional prix fixe buffet is a late diners delight with all the traditional holiday buffet items, but your own special choice of entrée.
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Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet 10AM - 3PM (last seating at 2:30PM)
$105 per person - Kids $45
The full buffet will surprise your friends and family with all the traditional favorites and some new takes on coastal cuisine. Something for everyone and then some.
STARTERS/APPETIZER BUFFET
SOUP
ROASTED CALSBAD PUMPKIN BISQUE
Coconut cream drizzle, chili garlic oil, assorted Sadie Rose Rolls
CAPE REY GARDEN
ROASTED BEETS & TANGERINE SALAD
fennel, pistachio brittle, goat cheese crumbles
FARO & BABY KALE SALAD
Toasted pumpkin seeds, dry blueberries, crispy quinoa, miso tahini dressing
DASSI FARMS HEIRLOOM TOMATO & DISTAFANI BURRATA MOZZARALLA
Grilled Eggplant, Balsamic pearls, crispy sage, house pesto drizzle, micro basil
ASIAN PEAR PEPPERCRESS SALAD
Macadamia Nuts, Point Reyes Blue cheese crumble, Dijon Sherry Vinaigrette
CAPE REY GARDEN CRUDITE | BOOSE BOARD
Edamame Ricotta Hummus
CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE MONGERS
Shaved Mortadella, Sopprasatta, Cotto Salami, Smoked Cheddar, Sage Derby Brie,
Mt. Tam Brie, Point Reyes Blue, Laura Chenel Goats Cheese, Black Sesame Cream Cheese,
Smoked Gouda, Pepper Jack
Grain Mustard, Fig Jam, Cornichons, Tangerine Marinated Olives, Baguettes, and Rustic Herb Lavosh Crackers
RAW AND VEGAN BAR
West Coast Oysters, PEI Mussels, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Yuzu blood orange mignonette, Horseradish Cocktail Sauce, Vegan Candy Stripe Beet Poke, Won Ton Chips
MAIN ENTRÉE (a la Carte - Choice of one)
Traditional Thanksgiving Turkey
Mashed potatoes, Stuffing, Candied yams, Creamed spinach and Pearl Onions, served with Cranberry Sauce and Gravy
Wild Caught Sea Bass
Charred Brussel Sprouts, Honey Nut Squash, Glazed Pearl Onions, Apple Cider-Dijon Cream
Beef Short Rib
Red wine Braised Short Ribs, Roasted Fall Vegetables, Shimeji Mushrooms, Fregola Sarda, Black Garlic Demi
8 oz Prime Filet Mignon
Silky Parsnip Root Purée, Maple-Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprout, Madeira–Shallot Jus, Crispy Sage
Pumpkin Ravioli
Roasted Kabocha & Ricotta, Wild Mushrooms, Brown Butter–Sage, Parmigiano Reggiano, Toasted Hazelnut, Cranberry Gastrique
DESSERT
Pumpkin Crème Brulée
Pepita crunch, maple mascarpone whip, maple short bread
Or
Apple Tarte Tartin
Vanilla bean ice cream, candied pecans, brown butter streusel, salted caramel
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BUTCHER BLOCK CARVER
PRIME RIB OF BEEF PORCINI MUSHROOM DIJON CRUSTED
Black Garlic Port Demiglace
HERB BRINED BONE IN TURKEY
Truffle Butter infused, Apple Sage Turkey Jus, Cranberry Cumquat Relish
MAPLE BOURBON GLAZED BONE IN HAM
Pineapple black pepper crust, Bosc Pear Chutney
CORNBREAD & CHIVE MUFFINS
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GOURMET OMELETTE - EGGS - BENEDICT STATION
COASTAL SMOKED SALMON OMELETTE, tiny tomatoes, dill chive crème
HARVEST TRUFFLE OMELETTE, roasted butternut squash, Mt. Tam Brie, Toasted Hazelnuts, Truffle Oil
SPICY BAJA OMELETTE, chorizo, roasted pasilla chiles, Manchego, avocado crème
Also: Tavern Ham, Tillamook Cheddar, Baby Spinach, Lipstick peppers, Spanish Onions
PROSCIUTTO EGGS BENEDICT, heirloom tomato, poached eggs, grilled brioche, citrus hollandaise
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SOUP
ROASTED CALSBAD PUMPKIN BISQUE
Coconut cream drizzle, chili garlic oil, assorted Sadie Rose Rolls
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SEAFOOD ENTRÉE
CHARRED LOCAL BASS - PABLANO CORN VELOUTE
SIDES
BUTTERMILK YUKON MASHED POTATOES, crispy shallots
SADIE ROSE FOCACCIA STUFFING, fuji apples, celery root
CANDIED RED GARNET YAMS, sage brown butter, toasted pecans
CHERVIL ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES, pomegranate molasses
DOUBLE WILD MUSHROOM & RICE PILAF, garden rosemary
CAPE REY GARDEN
ROASTED BEETS & TANGERINE SALAD, fennel, pistachio brittle, goat cheese crumbles
FARO & BABY KALE SALAD, toasted pumpkin seeds, dry blueberries, crispy quinoa
miso tahini dressing
DASSI FARMS HEIRLOOM TOMATO & DISTAFANI BURRATA MOZZARALLA
Grilled Eggplant, Balsamic pearls, crispy sage, house pesto drizzle, micro basil
ASIAN PEAR PEPPERCRESS SALAD
Macadamia Nuts, Point Reyes Blue cheese crumble, Dijon Sherry Vinaigrette
CAPE REY GARDEN CRUDITE | BOOSE BOARD
Edamame Ricotta Hummus
CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE MONGERS
Shaved Mortadella, Sopprasatta, Cotto Salami, Smoked Cheddar, Sage Derby Brie,
Mt Tam Brie, Point Reyes Blue, Laura Chenel Goats Cheese, Black Sesame Cream Cheese,
Smoked Gouda, Pepper Jack
Grain Mustard, Fig Jam, Cornichons, Tangerine Marinated Olives, Baguettes, and Rustic Herb Lavosh Crackers
RAW AND VEGAN BAR
West Coast Oysters, PEI Mussels, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Yuzu blood orange mignonette, Horseradish Cocktail Sauce, Vegan Candy Stripe Beet Poke, Won Ton Chips
PASTRY CHEF
Pumpkin Cheesecake, gingersnap crust, salted caramel
Pear & Almond Tarte, Vanilla Bean Crème Anglaise
Chocolate Pecan Brownie Bites, Sea Salt Caramel Foam
Mini Pavlovas, Pomegranate & Passion Fruit
Cookie & Cake Display - White Chocolate Cranberry Bark