SANTA BARBARA’S THANKSGIVING PICKS
Thanksgiving in Santa Barbara has its own coastal charm with cool mornings, golden afternoons, and gatherings built around good food. Whether you're hosting or bringing one standout dish, local pre-orders make the week effortless. From gluten-free patisseries and French bakeries to small-batch pie makers and full “everything but the turkey” menus, here are the best spots to order your holiday essentials.
LILAC PÂTISSERIE
Order by November 24
Santa Barbara’s premier gluten-free patisserie offers an extensive holiday menu — classic pies, quiches, rolls, stuffing kits, and seasonal cakes, all crafted in a 100% gluten-free kitchen. Pickup is available at their Downtown location.
BREE’OSH
Order by November 20
This French bakery brings European warmth to the holiday with pumpkin tarts, apple tatin, quiches, gingerbread loaves, and fresh baguettes. Pickup is available at both their Montecito and De La Vina cafés.
RENAUD’S PATISSERIE & BISTRO
Seasonal Items Available Now
Renaud’s offers classic pies — pumpkin, apple, and pecan — along with petite versions and festive pastries, such as cranberry-pumpkin croissants. Multiple Santa Barbara locations make pickup simple and convenient.
GIPSY HILL BAKERY
Pickup November 26
A small-batch favorite known for gourmet pies made with farmers market ingredients, including Chocolate Pecan, Sweet Potato with marshmallow meringue, and a standout Vegan Passion Fruit Meringue. Pickup is hosted at Handlebar Coffee on De La Vina.
HELENA AVENUE BAKERY
Order by November 22
The “Everything But the Turkey” menu covers nearly every holiday essential — pies, stuffing kits, rolls, soups, sauces, sourdough, and cinnamon rolls ready to bake. Perfect for hosts who want easy prep and a complete spread.
