Thanksgiving, every foodie’s favorite holiday (it’s all about the eats and there are no presents to buy) is fast-approaching. Just scroll down to see which of your favorite Boston area restaurants are open for Thanksgiving 2019. There are all sorts of options to choose from — prix fixe dinners, buffet feasts and plenty of a la carte goodies — but check back regularly as we’re updating it every day with mouthwatering menus and tantalizing Turkey Day eats for you and yours.
Looking to take it to-go? Host at home with help from these chefs offering take-home feasts. Here’s where to find Thanksgiving takeout in Boston.
A la Carte Menu
Enjoy views of the Zakim bridge from the dining room at Alcove this Thanksgiving. Chef Brian Paszko's a la carte holiday specials (available in addition to the regular menu) include goodies like roasted turkey roulade with mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, Iggy's sourdough stuffing, grilled sweet potatoes with brulee fluff, and Jonamac apple pie.
Availability: 12:00-8:00pm
Price: A la Carte
50 Lovejoy Wharf
Boston, MA 02114
617-248-0050
Family-Style Prix Fixe
ArtBar in Cambridge is serving up a prix fixe Thanksgiving meal served family style. Start off with individual bowls of creamy ginger pumpkin soup before dig in on a roasted turkey with all the fixings. Save room for scrumptious holiday pies and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Availability: 12:00-8:00pm
Price: $55 per person; $25 per child; free for children three and under
40 Edwin Land Boulevard
Cambridge, MA 02142
617-806-4122
Prix Fixe Menu
After you show your family around MIT, Tech Square and the Museum of Science, stop by Bambara for their three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving feast. Kabocha squash falafel, roasted heritage turkey, and apple tart are just some of the options for the night. A limited a la carte menu will also be available.
Availability: 3:30-7:30pm
Price: $45 per person
25 Edwin H Land Boulevard
Cambridge, MA 02141
617-868-4444
Pie Pick-Up
Bar Mezzana's award-winning pastry chef, Christina Larson, will be baking pies for your holiday dessert-ing pleasure. All you have to do is choose from flavors like Chocolate Pecan, Pumpkin or Apple Pie. Quantities are limited so don't sleep on this sweet offer.
Availability: Order by Friday, November 22nd for pick-up between 1:00 and 8:00pm on Thursday, November 28th.
Price: $28 per pie
360 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
617-530-1770
Prix Fixe Menu
Have your three-course holiday dinner at The Beehive—live music included! This South End staple is serving up a menu of Thanksgiving classics like turkey and pumpkin pie, along with non-traditional options like rack of lamb, roast salmon or New York strip roast.
Availability: 11:00am-10:00pm
Price: $70 per person; $20 for children 10 and under
541 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-423-0069
Prix Fixe Menu
Known for their seasonal French cuisine inspired by the New England sea coast, Bistro du Midi is serving a three-course prix fixe with extra indulgences like a foie gras course and side dishes, available for an additional fee. With spectacular Boston Common views and a special children's menu for the little ones, Thanksgiving at Bistro du Midi is sure to please.
Availability: 12:00-8:00pm
Price: $78 per person
272 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-426-7878
To-Go Menu
Order your Thanksgiving dinner from the folks at Branch Line and you can choose between traditional turkey or mix it up with a rotisserie rohan duck. Sides include classics like honey glazed root veggies, green beans and whipped mashed potatoes. Save room for dessert - they've got Eastern Standard's butterscotch bread pudding.
Availability: Order by 5:00pm on Thursday, November 21st for pick up on Thursday, November 28th between 9:00am and 1:00pm
Price: A la Carte
321 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 02472
617-420-1900
Buffet Feasts & Takeaway Menu
The Bristol covers all the Thanksgiving bases this year with a brunch buffet for early risers as well as a midday buffet feast complete with all your holiday favorites. Take your pick and book your table asap. Or, if you'd prefer, they're also offering a takeaway menu to be enjoyed at home.
Availability: Brunch: 9:00am-11:30am; Thanksgiving Buffet: 11:30am-8:00pm
Price: $110 per person
200 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-351-2037
Take-Out/Pick-Up
Whether you just need some pre-prepped sides or even a whole turkey, you can find all the at-home Thanksgiving necessities at The Butcher Shop; Green Circle turkey, Rohan duck, stuffing, veggies, sauces and more. Choose what you want a la carte and pick it up in-store. Need the whole line-up? No worries. The Butcher Shop also offers dinner packages for 2 and 6 people.
Availability: Orders must be placed before 5:00pm on Saturday, November 23rd for pick up between 11:00am and 6:00pm Monday, November 25th-Wednesday, November 27th.
Price: A la Carte
552 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118
617-423-4800
Capo will be open for business on Thanksgiving, serving their own take on a traditional holiday dinner. Gather friends and family in Southie and go all out with a prix fixe feast, or enjoy a la carte dishes of your choosing. The pastry department is also baking up a slew of pies that are available for pre-order and pick-up so you can impress your guests (or your host) with your dessert (purchasing) prowess.
Availability: 12:00-8:00pm
Price: A la Carte; $45 per person; $20 per child; Free for children under 4
443 W Broadway
Boston, MA 02127
617-993-8080
Prix Fixe & A la Carte Menus
Head to Chopps American Bar & Grill to treat yourself to a festive, stress-free, three-course prix fixe full of all your holiday faves. The full menu will also be available if you've got a hankering for classic steakhouse fare.
Availability: 1:00-6:00pm
Price: $45 per person; A la Carte
1 Burlington Mall Road
Burlington, MA 01803
781-221-6643
A la Carte Specials
Nestled within the Lenox Hotel in the heart of the Back Bay, City Table will be serving holiday-appropriate specials (think: roasted sugar pumpkin & onion soup, a full turkey dinner and pumpkin creme brulee for dessert) in addition to their regular menu.
Availability: 12:00-9:00pm
Price: A la Carte
65 Exeter Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-933-4800
