Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner in NYC
Holidays in the city are a magical time. From the famed balloons and floats at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to the lights at Saks on 5th. But, for many parents, they’re also a chaotic time. Between family gatherings, classroom parties, holiday shopping (and more!), the to-do list is miles long come November. That’s why a lot of families choose to celebrate Thanksgiving in a much simpler way: at a restaurant. No cooking, no cleaning, no muss, no fuss! Plus, New York offers a ton of options for all budgets for Thanksgiving Dinner, from local Brooklyn nooks to high-end Manhattan staples. It’s easy to see why dining out is an option many families are thankful for on Turkey Day in NYC. Enjoy the holiday with your family at these top picks.
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Brooklyn
Serenco
113 Franklin St.
12 pm to 8 pm
$95 per person
Skip the stove this year and the hot kitchen and enjoy a three-course menu with dessert at this quaint restaurant in Brooklyn. Enjoy seasonal favorites like heritage turkey, braised short ribs, and butternut squash soup, and finish off with a slice of warm pecan pie for the ultimate Thanksgiving dinner.
Henry’s End
72 Henry St.
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$120 per person, $60 for children 12 & under
Celebrate Thanksgiving in one of Brooklyn’s most scenic neighborhoods. Starting with seasonal fresh appetizers, including corn chowder with bacon or roasted eggplant agnolotti, for the main course, guests can choose from various American fare such as roasted natural turkey breast, walnut-crusted chicken, steak, or duck. No dinner is complete without dessert, so make sure to finish up with an apple or a mud pie.
Frankies 457 Spuntino
457 Court St.
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$115 per person, $55 for children 10 & under
Celebrate the holiday with Franksgiving! The menu offers traditional Italian classics, from Castelvetrano olives to Sitka Sound salmon. Diners can pair their choice of seasonal favorite sides, including cranberry relish or turkey confit and wild mushroom stuffing, for a refreshing meal.
Manhattan
Rosevale Cocktail Room
305 W. 48th St.
4 pm to 11 pm
Price: à la carte
To celebrate Turkey Day in a sophisticated manner, head to Rosevale Cocktail Room. Diners can enjoy a live jazz band from 7 pm to 10:30 pm while indulging in an à la carte menu of roasted butternut squash soup, honey kale pecan salad, and organic turkey, and satisfy their sweet tooth with desserts such as pumpkin pie and lemon cranberry meringue tart.
Peasant
194 Elizabeth St.
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$135 per person, $60 for children 12 & under
Diners can enjoy a four-course menu featuring a modern twist on American classic dishes like honey nut squash with pepitas and pickled Calabrian chile, rigatoni alla vodka with lobster and shrimp, Heritage turkey, Creekstone Farms short rib, and wood-roasted sea trout. The dessert course concludes with a wide selection, including pumpkin cinnamon gelato, among others.
Forgione
30 Hudson St.
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$145 per person, $65 for children 12 & under
Families can enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu for the holidays at Forgione, featuring choices of baked potato ravioli, Ivy Rose halibut en croûte, roasted organic turkey breast, red wine braised short ribs, venison, maple whipped sweet potato, and more.
1650 Broadway
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$32 per person
Open 365 days a year, Ellen’s Diner offers an affordable Thanksgiving dinner for those who aren’t so big on the holiday. For less than 40 dollars, diners can get a dinner that includes turkey breasts, sage stuffing, sweet potatoes, and a slice of pumpkin pie for an additional $12 — a deal too good to beat with a baseball bat!
Palladino’s Steak & Seafood
Grand Central, North & West Baclony
12 pm to 8 pm
$125 per person, $65 for children under 12
If you’re only in the city for a short time or simply want a new experience, you can dine like a true New Yorker in the heart of Grand Central Terminal. The rookie restaurant offers a dose of rustic glamour to the iconic train station, with traditional favorites such as roasted wild mushroom shooters, roasted acorn squash, cedar-planked cider maple-brined salmon, or turkey feast.
221 W 46th St
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$79 per person
Enjoy a complete Thanksgiving feast with free-range herb-roasted turkey and sweet pumpkin or pecan pie. Located in the theatre district, make the holiday even more memorable by catching a show after your meal.
132 West 47th St.
Four seatings: 3 pm, 5 pm, 7 pm, 9 pm
$85 per person
Wrapped in an enclosed and heated rooftop, enjoy a warm Thanksgiving meal featuring an appetizer with choices of lobster or mushroom risotto, a main course of turkey breast, truffle spaghetti, or sea bass, and a selection of desserts. Skyline views make this the perfect holiday treat.
Pink Taco
7 Times Square
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$40 per person, $20 for children
Enjoy a Mexican-style feast this Thanksgiving. The Pink Taco menu includes a main course of Roast Turkey with Mole Gravy, Chipotle Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans with Cranberry sauce. For an additional $12, you can end the meal with a sweet slice of pumpkin pie.
L’Amico
849 Avenue of the Americas
11:30 am to 9 pm
$98 per person
Indulge your taste buds in an Italian twist on Thanksgiving Dinner. L’Amico’s menu features cultural favorites, including butternut squash soup and crispy parmesan sformato, as well as traditional favorites such as wood-fire roasted heritage turkey with a pork sausage stuffing and roasted dry-aged prime rib. For an additional $38 per person, you can pair the meal with their wide wine selection.
The Russian Tea Room
150 W 57th St.
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$145 per person, $95 for children
Known for its old-world feel, the Russian Tea Room offers a rustic menu, complete with Cherry Braised Duck Blinchik, Apricot Glazed Duck and other authentic Russian cuisine.
Bubby’s
120 Hudson St.
12 pm to 8 pm
$125 per person, $70 for children under 10
For those seeking a traditional Thanksgiving menu, Bubby’s offers it all. Complete with sides, pies, and fixings made from scratch, there’s plenty to choose from. The restaurant also offers to-go menus for those who prefer to stay warm indoors and keep a cozy holiday.
Delmonico’s
56 Beaver St.
11 am to 9 pm
$150 per person
Delmonico’s holds the distinction of being one of the oldest restaurants in the United States. Located in the Financial District, it offers a three-course Thanksgiving menu that blends traditional favorites with the restaurant’s historic charm. Families can enjoy dressed oysters and crab cakes, adding a modern flair. Classic favorites include a choice of turkey, filet, cod, lamb chops, and more, as an option for the main course.
Staten Island
Lorenzo’s
1100 South Ave., Staten Island
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$70 per person
If you’re looking for a family-friendly setting that isn’t too strict on the holidays, Lorenzo’s is your go-to. With a three-course menu featuring seasonal favorites, including braised short ribs, eggplant meatballs, and calamari padella, these Italian dishes will bring the holiday joy your taste buds have been craving. The ingredients are also picked fresh from the restaurant’s rooftop garden.
Queens
Osteria Brooklyn
1-50 50th Ave.
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This romantic Italian restaurant serves traditional Italian cuisine with a distinct American twist. This Thanksgiving, patrons can enjoy fritto misto, caramelized pecan & pear, traditional turkey, branzino al forno, and more, topped with classic Italian desserts including bourbon pecan pie, cinnamon gelato, and others.
Victory Garden Cafe
21-69 Steinway St., Astoria
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$50 per person
Nestled in the heart of Astoria, this quiet cafe offers a non-traditional Thanksgiving menu, transporting its customers to the serene waters of Greece, offering choices of Greek turkey, Paidakia baby lamb chops, or shrimp scampi as the main course. Become a wine connoisseur with various Amethystos Greek wines, and finish off the evening with one of their Mediterranean desserts.
Margie’s at The Rockaway Hotel
108-10 Rockaway Beach Dr.
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$65 per person, $25 for children under 12
For those looking for a serene and peaceful Thanksgiving experience, look no further than this Queens spa and hotel. Featuring a Mediterranean twist on the classic Thanksgiving dishes, it’s hard to think of a better way to enjoy this holiday than overlooking the beach following a day of relaxing spa treatment on the Rockaways.
Taverna Agora
70-09 Austin St, Queens
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$40 per person
$220 takeout menu
Located in the heart of Forest Hills, Taverna Agora offers a classic Thanksgiving menu that begins with butternut soup and finishes with a slice of tasty pumpkin cheesecake. At only $40 per person, it’s a deal that’s hard to beat, even for a New Yorker.
The Bronx
F & J Pine
1913 Bronxdale Ave.
5 seatings: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm & 7 pm
$80 for adults, $60 for seniors 65+, $50 for children 12 & under
If you’re a native Bronxite or just visiting, if you find yourself in the borough where hip hop was born, you can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine at this famed Bronx eatery. Choose from roasted Berkshire turkey, cinnamon honey-glazed ham, fennel sausage, variations of antipasto, and of course, an assortment of Italian cookies and pastries for dessert, alongside a warm coffee or tea.
Jimmy’s Grand Cafe
1001 Castle Hill Ave.
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$30 per person
If you’re looking to spend some time outside of the kitchen this Thanksgiving, head to Jimmy’s Grand Cafe. The neighborhood favorite is offering more bang for your buck, which includes a Thanksgiving dinner, a complimentary glass of wine, and dessert for less than $30.
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