Going to the parade? Gathering friends and family? Or are you just going solo? We have fifteen dining options all around the city that suit many tastes and budgets. Let top chefs create your Thanksgiving meal and enjoy every bite!
Twin Tails (10 Columbus Circle) One of New York’s most dazzling Southeast Asian restaurants joins the Thanksgiving fray with a luxe holiday plate that marries seasonal comfort with the restaurant’s signature bold flavors. Twin Tails’ Thanksgiving Plate features Roasted Turkey Breast, Confit Turkey Thigh, Mandarin Orange and Wild Mushroom Stuffing, Roasted Butternut Squash Mash with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Cranberry Sauce, and Rosemary Gravy. Guests can enjoy the feast amid Twin Tails’ glamorous, 1980s-inspired interiors (all mirrored walls, brass details, and amber glow), overlooking Central Park from the third floor of The Shops at Columbus Circle. From the Quality Branded team (Bad Roman, Zou Zou’s, Quality Meats), Twin Tails brings an elevated, Southeast Asian–inflected flair to the traditional Thanksgiving table, served from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Soho Diner, Grand Bar & Salon at Soho Grand, and The Roxy Hotel. Each offers a distinct downtown take on the Thanksgiving holiday. Soho Diner will be serving a nostalgic, elevated Thanksgiving spread with all the classics, from roasted turkey and mashed potatoes to brown butter pumpkin pie—served in its iconic, mid-century setting. Available Noon ’til Close, $42 All-In. Grand Bar & Salon Make an entrance from the bottle glass staircase and celebrate in timeless Soho style. In addition to the traditional roasted turkey, the menu also offers additions like snow crab claws and braised short rib, pairing perfectly with handcrafted cocktails. The Roxy Hotel also known as the “living room” of TriBeCa, will host Thanksgiving dinner in its art-deco atrium, complete with live jazz and a festive fall menu that hits all of the right notes.
Zaab Zaab (76-04 Woodside Avenue, Queens, NY and 208 Grand St., Brooklyn) Isaan Thai powerhouse Zaab Zaab offers a Thai alternative to turkey dinner: rotisserie-roasted duck stuffed with sticky rice, sweet Chinese sausage, and shiitake mushrooms. The $125 feast feeds four to six and includes duck fat rice, house-made sai ua Northern Thai sausage, roasted yams, sweet tamarind, and spicy mango sauce. For dessert, there’s apple puff pastry. Available for Dine-in and takeout via phone.
Melba’s (300 W 114th Street): At Melba’s you can dine in for $69 per person. Melba’s offers a soulful three-course prix fixe menu blending upscale comfort food with Southern favorites. Diners can expect mains like fried chicken or braised short ribs, along with festive starters and decadent desserts. Seatings at 12 pm, 4 pm, and 7 pm. The restaurant also offers takeout and catering. Their “Thanksgiving at Home” package features a Southern-inspired holiday spread, including roasted turkey, signature fried chicken, traditional sides, and indulgent fixings, available for pickup Thanksgiving morning between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Aquavit (65 East 55th Street) Enjoy Thanksgiving dinner from a two Michelin star restaurant with Aquavit’s Thanksgiving To Go package ($595/Serves 4). Get all the traditional holiday foods with a Nordic twist, including fennel and caraway spiced turkey breast, Lingonberry jam, pumpkin soup with caramelized pumpkin seeds, roasted squash and brussels sprouts, rye and brioche stuffing, apple and cardamom crumble loaf, and more. Swedish waffles with an ounce of Löjrom ($65) or caviar ($125), and Princes Cake ($45), the traditional Swedish celebration dessert, can be added to the package.
ilili (236 Fifth Avenue) This Thanksgiving, ilili invites guests to celebrate the holiday with a Lebanese twist on traditional flavors. On Thanksgiving day from 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Chef-Owner Philippe Massoud presents a $95 prix fixe menu ($35 for kids 10 and under) that reimagines Thanksgiving classics through the lens of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. The feast begins with a chef-curated mezze spread served family-style, featuring vibrant seasonal dishes like Pumpkin & Carrot Falafel, Cherry Tabbouleh, Yams & Halva, and Pumpkin Kibbeh. For entrées, guests can savor options such as Roasted Heritage Turkey with cranberry, stuffing grand-mère, and mashed potatoes, or explore dishes like Branzino with acorn squash purée and spicy pumpkin seeds or Lamb Shank with Lebanese dirty rice. With inventive desserts including Pumpkin Cremeux and ilili’s signature Candy Bar, the menu offers a warm and elegant gathering that marries the spirit of Thanksgiving with the rich, soulful flavors of Lebanon.
Craft (43 E 19th Street) This Thanksgiving, Craft will offer a multi-course meal in its main dining room, complete with a choice of free-range Heritage turkey, black sea bass, Rohan duck, braised beef short rib, and prime rib. Other menu highlights include the beet cured salmon with horseradish and dill; castelfranco radicchio with squash, pear, and hazelnuts; sweet potato purée, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Craft also offers Thanksgiving to go with a fully cooked Thanksgiving dinner that serves up to 4 people. Menu highlights include roasted turkey breast and braised turkey leg with gravy, sausage, raisin and fennel stuffing, sweet potato purée, Autumn Greenmarket Vegetables, and Craft’s signature wild arugula salad with pine nuts and lemon. Pies and other seasonal treats are available for purchase, as well. Dine-in Price: $225pp and Takeout Price: $395.
House of Domes (66 Charlton Street) In the mood for an Italian-style Thanksgiving? House of Domes, the new Tuscan-Italian restaurant in the South Village welcomes groups big and small to gather around the table for a holiday meal of Tuscan flavors and Thanksgiving traditions.Featuring an intimate dining room and a private dining space that seats up to 18 guests, the restaurant will be serving a curated Thanksgiving Menu from 12:00 pm to 10:30 pm alongside it’s a la carte menu. Highlights include Risotto with pumpkin, nduja, and stracciatella; classic roasted turkey with stuffing, sweet, mashed potato, gravy, and cranberry sauce; and a crisp Apple Tart with vanilla ice cream. Guests can pair their meal with selections from the restaurant’s extensive wine list of Italian, French, and Californian bottles, or opt for signature cocktails.
Berimbau Brazilian Table (3 West 36th Street) Celebrate Thanksgiving with a Brazilian twist. Families and friends are welcome to enjoy warm hospitality and a feast of Brazilian flavors in a setting that reflects the elegance and spirit of Rio de Janeiro. From 1 pm to 9 pm, Berimbau will serve a special Thanksgiving prix fixe menu for $95/person. Guests begin with Pão de Queijo, Brazil’s signature house made, gluten-free cheese bread, served warm with ricotta and brown butter herb dip, followed by a choice of one appetizer, one main, and one dessert. Highlights include Hearts of Palm with smoked heirloom tomato chimichurri; Turkey Ballotine with sweet potatoes, açai glaze, farofa, and dried fruits; and Coffee-infused flan with crispy bread. Toast to the holiday with Berimbau’s trademark Caipirinhas, made with Leblon Cachaça and lime, or other flavored caipirinhas: mango, guava, and cashew fruit.
Tamarind Tribeca (99 Hudson Street) Thanksgiving turkey takes an Indian twist at Tamarind Tribeca. The 2025 Thanksgiving menu features a Tandoori Turkey marinated with fragrant spices and yogurt, Butter Turkey simmered in a rich, aromatic blend of onions, tomatoes, and cream, and Chili Halibut charred in a tandoor with zesty lemon and tandoori spices. Complementing these entrees are flavorful appetizers like Garlic Shrimp and Vegetable Tikki, along with a seasonal Roasted Pumpkin Salad. The meal is rounded out with Pumpkin Halwa, a sweet, spiced dessert cooked with ghee and cardamom. Tamarind Tribeca boldly blends Indian culinary artistry with the warmth of Thanksgiving tradition, making it a must-try this holiday season.
INDN (30 West 30th Street) For a fresh take on Thanksgiving dining, INDN, America’s first all-Indian cocktail bar and small plates restaurant, located in NoMad, invites guests to celebrate with a menu inspired by India’s rich culinary heritage and spirit of sharing. The food menu, crafted by a team of chefs trained in some of Northern India’s most prestigious hotels, highlights the bold flavors of the Punjab and Kashmir regions. Expect smoked and slow-grilled specialties that showcase the depth and artistry of regional Indian cuisine, such as: Tandoor-Roasted Chicken Angara and Garlic & Cream-Marinated Lamb Chops. INDN’s cocktail program is designed to perfectly complement its dishes. Signature drinks, such as the Paneer Panic, a vibrant mix of Bombay Sapphire, fresh cilantro, saag, turmeric, and lime, bring a creative twist to traditional Indian flavors. INDN will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
ATIK (555 City Island Avenue) For the Bronx locals and anyone looking for an escape from Manhattan this Thanksgiving, ATIK on City Island offers a creative Mediterranean menu in a space inspired by the warmth and charm of a Mediterranean villa. With a lively dining room and a private dining space that seats 40, the restaurant will be open Thanksgiving Day with its a la carte menu. Highlights include Lamb Chops with Idaho truffle purée, sauteed spinach, and chimichurri; Whole Mediterranean Branzino with truffled cauliflower purée and a capers butter sauce; and El Limone, yuzu cream with a guava heart in the image of a lemon. Begin or end Thanksgiving at ATIK with season cocktails like the Fig Sour, American bourbon, amaretto, lemon juice, fig essence, light foam and a caramelized fig, or consider a glass from their extensive wine list of European bottles.
Kellogg’s Diner (518 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn) This Thanksgiving, Kellogg’s Dinner will be offering to-go Thanksgiving dinners and desserts, as well as a variety of specials throughout the weekend. The to-go package serves four people and includes roasted turkey, brown gravy, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, classic green bean casserole, chipotle maple glazed carrots and mushroom sage stuffing. Add-ons include Cadillac mac + cheese and crispy brussel sprouts. Desserts to-go include the iconic Strawberry Pretzel Salad, Maple pecan pie, Pumpkin pie and Apple Crumble pie. Kellogg’s Dinner will additionally offer in house specials including a The Plate with turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, glazed carrots and stuffing and The Sandwich with turkey, herb mayo, gravy, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, pickled red onion and stuffing. Sides include Cadillac mac + cheese and crispy brussels sprouts. Desserts include the iconic Strawberry Pretzel Salad and pies by the slice: maple pecan, pumpkin and apple crumble.
Cuna at The Standard, East Village (25 Cooper Square) This Thanksgiving, Cuna and Chef Maycoll Calderón invite guests to experience a pre-fixe menu where Mexican flavors meet New York sensibility in a celebration of seasonality and tradition. The $75 family-style menu begins with Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with crema and pecans and a Carnitas Tostada with black beans and pickled habaneros, followed by a choice of Roasted Turkey with black mole or Roasted Sea Bass with sweet potatoes and pipián. Festive sides include Mashed Potatoes with crispy bacon and Steamed Jasmine Rice with ginger and herb oil, finished with a traditional Tres Leches dessert. Cuna will be open for service on Thursday, November 27, from 12 PM to 8 PM. Cuna Bar & Lounge will also be open on Thanksgiving Day from 5pm-11pm. The cost is $75 per person.
JAMS (1 Hotel Central Park) After the parade, celebrate Thanksgiving in the heart of Manhattan at Jams, with a Harvest Brunch and a Four-Course Dinner, each highlighting locally sourced, seasonal ingredients in a warm, nature-inspired setting just steps from Central Park. At the Thanksgiving Brunch, gather with family and friends for a festive brunch buffet featuring modern takes on holiday favorites and seasonal cocktails. Menu highlights include Truffle Deviled Eggs, artisanal pastries, and quiches, along with Roasted Free-Range Turkey and Tomme de Savoie Mac and Cheese. The price is $90 per person | $45 children 12 and under. For Thanksgiving Dinner, indulge in a seasonal prix fixe menu offers fresh takes on traditional Thanksgiving dishes, crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Menu highlights include holiday favorites like roasted turkey breast, parsnip and butternut squash soup, and pumpkin pie.
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