The Thanksgiving holiday is coming up, which means it's time to find your stretchy pants and think about what you're grateful for this year.
Whether you'll be feasting with family and friends or spending a quiet Nov. 28, we've got a roundup of Thanksgiving-themed things to get in preparation for the big day. From groceries to beverages to baked goods, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Santa Ana's top go-to spots for the holiday, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list.
Responsible for dessert, but haven't got the time or energy? Head to one of Santa Ana's top bakeries, all of which are cranking out autumnal-inspired baked goods and sweet treats perfect for Thanksgiving.
1. Pacific Bakery
Topping the list is Pacific Bakery. Located at 1180 S. Bristol St. in Mid-City, it's the highest-rated bakery in Santa Ana, boasting five stars out of 87 reviews on Yelp.
2. Moses Bread
Next up is Moses Bread, situated at 2405 N. Tustin Ave. With five stars out of 59 reviews on Yelp, the bakery has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Pacific Patisserie
Pacific Patisserie, at 2727 S. Shannon St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery 4.5 stars out of 130 reviews.
As friends and family prepare to gather, head to one of Santa Ana's best grocery stores to stock up on supplies before it's too late.
1. Trader Joe's
Topping the list is Trader Joe's. Located at 3329 S. Bristol St. in South Coast, the member of the national chain is the highest-rated grocery store in Santa Ana, boasting 4.5 stars out of 170 reviews on Yelp.
2. El Toro Carniceria-Meat Shop
Next up is Central City's El Toro Carniceria-Meat Shop, at 1340 W. First St. With 4.5 stars out of 363 reviews on Yelp, the grocery store/meat counter has proven to be a local favorite.
3. 4th Street Market
Lacy's 4th Street Market, at 201 E. Fourth St., is another top choice. Yelpers give the grocery store and food court four stars out of 686 reviews.
Not everyone can pull off the perfect home-cooked side dish. What you can do — so long as you're 21 or older — is come prepared with a six-pack of quality beer or a fitting bottle of wine or spirits. To help you get the goods, here's a roundup of Santa Ana's top adult beverage shops.
1. Nady's Liquor
Topping the list is Nady's Liquor. Located at 140 W. MacArthur Blvd. in Sandpointe, it's the highest-rated beer, wine and spirits spot in Santa Ana, boasting 4.5 stars out of 38 reviews on Yelp.
2. The Original Wine Club
Last but not least is The Original Wine Club, at 1431 S. Village Way. With 4.5 stars out of 52 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score beer, wine and spirits has proven to be a local favorite.
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