Boaters Savor Thanksgiving Options at Catalina

Byline: Taylor Hill CATALINA ISLAND — Boaters looking for an island-style Thanksgiving celebration have plenty of options when they cruise to Catalina, with both Avalon Harbor and Two Harbors hosting dinner events to be thankful for. For those heading to the West End, Harbor Reef Restaurant at Two Harbors has been hosting its annual Thanksgiving celebration for more than 30 years, and it has become an island tradition for many boaters. Every year, guests get the option to have a plated turkey dinner and traditional holiday side dishes, or to purchase a whole turkey carved tableside by one of the restaurant’s chefs and served with traditional sides. Both options come with pumpkin pie for dessert. The Harbor Reef Restaurant typically serves about 300 guests every year for Thanksgiving, said Two Harbors events coordinator Leslie Boutillier. “The convenience and quality of the meal makes this an annual event for some families,” Boutillier said. Thanksgiving dinner at the Harbor Reef Restaurant is scheduled for Nov. 22, and reservations are required. Cost for the plated dinner option is $26 per person for adults and $14 for children 12 and younger. For the whole turkey option, the price is $18 per pound, with traditional sides included. For reservations or more information,...