Thanksgiving is truly a day to celebrate—the ultimate holiday for indulging in turkey, mashed potatoes, and all the pie you can eat! But if you've ever hosted Thanksgiving, you know that cooking up a feast can be far less enjoyable than simply savoring it. Not everyone is keen on preparing a full holiday spread in time to host or travel. If you're hoping to join in the Thanksgiving festivities without the stress of cooking, we have you covered. The city is brimming with fantastic restaurants ready to serve up delicious Thanksgiving meals for every budget, whether you're planning a cozy dinner for two, a family gathering, or a lively Friendsgiving. Here are some top spots to enjoy all your favorite Thanksgiving flavors—minus the hassle.


1. Nerai (55 E. 54th Street) 

Nerai in Midtown East will offer a memorable Thanksgiving celebration featuring a delightful 4-course prix fixe menu for $95 per person, or $45 for kids, from 3pm - 9pm. Begin your feast with a delightful amuse bouche of Spanakopita gougères, followed by starters like the vibrant Winter Greek Salad and rich Butternut Squash Soup, or opt for the Grilled Octopus. The mid-course options include a luxurious Lobster Pasta with poached Maine lobster, a comforting Sweet Potato Risotto, or a flavorful Seafood Orzotto. For the main event, choose from enticing entrées such as Turkey Moussaka & Roasted Turkey with cranberry sauce, Lavraki, or Baby Lamb Chops served with honey-glazed carrots. Conclude your dining experience with a selection of decadent desserts, including Pumpkin Cheesecake and Sokolatina, among others. Enhance your meal with an array of sides, including Sweet Potato Purée and Tsoureki Stuffing, each available for $14. Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with Nerai’s exquisite culinary offerings, combining traditional flavors with a Greek twist. Nerai’s Private Dining Room will also be available for reservations on the holiday. More information and reservations can be made by visiting: https://resy.com/cities/new-york-ny/venues/nerai?seats=4&date=2024-10-09

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2. Lindens (2 Renwick Street)

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Lindens in the Arlo Soho with a delectable pre-fixe experience featuring seasonal favorites for $85 per person. Start with Parker House Rolls, Honeycrisp Apples & Endive, Baked Figs & Brie, and more. For the main course, enjoy a perfectly roasted turkey breast with pepper gravy, complemented by savory dishes like Sweet Potato Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans and Grilled Kabocha Squash. End the feast on a sweet note with house-made Pumpkin Pie topped with crispy quinoa. Reservations can be made by visiting, https://www.lindensnyc.com/


3. Haven Rooftop (132 W 47th Street)

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Haven Rooftop with a special prix fixe dinner on Thursday, November 28th. Enjoy a festive meal featuring an appetizer, entrée, and dessert for $85+ per person. With four seating options at 3 PM, 5 PM, 7 PM, and 9 PM, it’s the perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones and give thanks in a warm and cozy atmosphere. To reserve your spot, email events@sanctuaryhotelnyc.com. Please Visit www.havenrooftop.com for more details.


4. Bell Book & Candle (141 W 10th St)

Bell Book & Candle a stunning spot in the West Village, is the perfect spot for a Thanksgiving escape. Families can enjoy a delightful three-course prix fixe menu priced at $75 (adult) and $45 (child), featuring options like a Pear & Blue Cheese Salad or Butternut Squash Soup, followed by a hearty Lancaster Turkey with Pan Gravy, sourdough sage stuffing, chive mashed potatoes, and Brussels sprouts with bacon. For dessert, indulge in a Chicago Style Apple Pie served with crème fraîche ice cream. Reservations can be made by visiting https://www.bbandcnyc.com/


5. PB Brasserie (60 W 125th St) 

PB Brasserie’s 2024 Thanksgiving Day Menu, available from 11 AM to 9:30 PM for $70, offers a refined holiday dining experience blending French elegance with American tradition. Guests can begin with either a comforting pumpkin soup finished with crème fraîche or the Frisée au Lardon, a frisée salad adorned with bacon, blue cheese, Sherry vinaigrette, and croutons. For the main course, the menu features two options: a traditional turkey au jus accompanied by haricot vert, mashed potatoes, and cranberry jam, or the French classic, Beef Bourguignon, served with mashed potatoes and haricot vert. Dessert selections include a delicate peach tart or a classic pumpkin pie, both served with vanilla ice cream. Experience an elevated Thanksgiving celebration at PB Brasserie. 

  


6. Rocco Steakhouse (Multiple Locations)

Delight in a traditional feast with a Side of Style at Rocco Steakhouse, now with two spots to serve you—Madison Avenue and the new Midtown location (formerly BLT Steak). Rocco’s classic Thanksgiving dinner has all the fixings for just $46.95 per person, including turkey, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, cranberry sauce, stuffing, and more. Savor it in their timeless steakhouse setting that regulars love for both prime cuts and Italian-inspired dishes. This feast awaits on Thanksgiving Day at both locations, making it easy to skip the cooking and focus on celebrating. 

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7. Kubeh (464 6th Ave)

Kubeh, Greenwich Village's beloved Middle Eastern restaurant, invites you to celebrate Thanksgiving with a unique culinary twist. Chef Melanie Shurka has prepared a special menu featuring a 3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner for $74/person with a child's menu for $50/child. For parties of 10 or more, enjoy a family-style Thanksgiving feast for the same price per person. On Friday, gather your friends for a Friendsgiving celebration with shared plates like roasted turkey pitada with yogurt, cranberry sauce, and chermoula. Or bring the Kubeh experience home with their Thanksgiving catering package for up to 4 guests for $260, or choose from a la carte optios like Brussel sprouts with date butter and aleppo pepper and basmati rice with sauteed cranberries. 

Courtesy of Teddy Wolff


8. Hole in the Wall (Multiple Locations)

Hole in the Wall is celebrating Turkey Day with special menu items at their Murray Hill (626 1st Avenue), Williamsburg (292 Bedford Avenue), Flatiron at Hotel Henri (37 W. 24th Street), and FiDi (15 Cliff Street) locations! At Murray Hill, Williamsburg or Flatiron you can enjoy a Turkey Burger for $20, while the Cliff Street location offers a ‘Leftovers’ Turkey Sandwich for just $14. Hole in the Wall’s regular menu will also be available, featuring crowd-pleasers like the Chili Scramble, Avocado Toast, Brekky Roll with applewood smoked bacon and chorizo pâté, Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich, and Crispy Pork Belly with a sticky chili-lime glaze, all complemented by refreshing cocktails such as the Jalapeño Bloody Mary and Blood Orange Negroni. These holiday dishes will be available from Friday, November 11th through Sunday, December 1st, while supplies last. 



9. Isla & Co. (Multiple Locations)

Isla & Co. is participating in the seasonal fun with a limited time menu item at their Midtown Manhattan (25 W. 38th Street) and Williamsburg (107 N. 12th Street) locations! Celebrate Thanksgiving with a 'Leftovers' Turkey Sandwich, stuffed with confit turkey leg, potato purée, savory bread pudding with stuffing-inspired flavors, garlic butter haricot vert, cranberry chutney, and gravy, all for $26. Known for its Australian-style all-day brasserie experience, Isla & Co. serves Aussie-inspired dishes, coffee, and cocktails like their Espresso Martini Flight, available from morning until night. These holiday dishes will be available from Friday, November 11th through Sunday, December 1st, while supplies last. 


10. Angelina Bakery (575 8th Ave)

Thanksgiving is a whirlwind of cooking, cleaning, feasting, and if you find the time- connecting with loved ones. Thankfully, Angelina Bakery has taken care of the baking to give you time to kick back and enjoy the celebration, and will send a fresh pie straight to your door via Goldbelly. Customers can pre-order their incredible Apple Pies and Pecan Pies for nationwide shipping as well as for pickup at the bakery’s NYC location in Hell’s Kitchen if you're local. Angelina Bakery is bringing the sweets to you this season so you can get the most out of your holiday feast. For more information, please visit: https://angelinabakery.com/

 


11. The Alderman (150A West 48th St.)


Gather your loved ones at The Alderman  this Thanksgiving for a cozy family-style feast, where you can cozy up around a table to celebrate what matters most this holiday season. For just $65 per person, savor a specially curated holiday menu, starting with warm Parker House rolls with roasted garlic and whipped butter, alongside house pickles, gigante bean spread, and other delightful appetizers. The main course features tender roasted turkey breast with pepper gravy, sage-infused sausage stuffing, bacon-tossed green beans, creamy Yukon mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole topped with marshmallows, and tangy cranberry sauce with a hint of orange and rosemary. For those wanting to elevate their meal, a curated wine and cocktail pairing is available for an additional $50 per person. Finish the feast with a classic slice of pumpkin pie. For more information and to make a reservation visit https://www.aldermannyc.com/thanksgiving-2024 

Courtesy of The Alderman


12. Carnegie Diner & Cafe (Numerous Locations)

Carnegie Diner & Cafe will treat diners with an epic Thanksgiving dinner at both of its prime locations near Central Park (205 W 57th St) and in the Times Square District (828 8th Ave.) Priced at $29.95 per person, the holiday feast features slow-roasted turkey with both white and dark meat, marinated for over 24 hours in a special brine for maximum flavor. This is paired with a rich turkey stuffing made with chestnuts, pine nuts, raisins, and ground beef. The menu also includes roasted Brussels sprouts drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and sweet onions, creamy mashed sweet potatoes, savory gravy, tangy cranberry sauce, and warm cornbread rolls. For more information visit https://www.carnegiediner.com/ 




13. Loulou (176 8th Avenue)

Loulou a chic French bistro and speakeasy in Chelsea, is celebrating Thanksgiving with a special prix fixe menu at $79 per person and seasonal items available à la carte! Executive Chef Evan Bergman crafted the special dinner menu which begins with a choice of butternut squash soup garnished with pepitas and pumpkin seed oil, or a jumbo lump crab cake with remoulade and fennel salad. For the main course, enjoy heritage roast turkey with all the trimmings—Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and brioche stuffing—or opt for monkfish à la meunière, served with carrot purée and haricots verts. Dessert is a rich pumpkin layer cake topped with Chantilly cream. Guests can also explore Loulou's signature offerings, like the Loulou Burger, Duck Leg Confit, and Steak Frites, plus an extensive selection of cocktails, which are best enjoyed in the dining room or in the speakeasy, hidden behind a vintage Coca-Cola vending machine door. For more information and to make a reservation visit https://www.loulounyc.com/ 


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