Indienne will be open and serving their $90 per person 6-course tasting menus (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)for the holiday. Reservations are required and can be made through Tock.
The Drake Oak Brook
Kicking off the season with carolers, champagne butler and festive lights strung throughout the gardens, a special Thanksgiving Brunch buffet will include a Raw Bar, Carving Station, Tower of Assorted Treats and options from Sage Stuffing to Bourbon Pecan Pie. The buffet will be available from 10am-4pm.
West Town Bakery
Thanksgiving items may be pre-ordered for pickup from its website or in-store through a physical form starting on Thursday, October 13 through Wednesday, November 16. Items can be picked up at any of the four West Town Bakery locations during regular business hours on Wednesday, November 23 and Thursday, November 24. Festive Thanksgiving items include jalapeno cream cheese cornbread, Fruity Pebbles pie, pumpkin whoopie pies and more.
Photo courtesy of West Town Bakery
The Kitchen American Bistro
The Kitchen hosts a Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 24. The meal begins with a Welcome Board; choices of a Harvest Salad or Fire-Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque; Roasted Whole Turkey or Roasted Red Kuri Squash; and includes all the accompaniments: Parker House Rolls, Roasted Butternut Squash, Seared Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Braised Greens. For dessert, a choice of Brown Butter & Caramelized Honey Pumpkin Pie or Apple Galette.
Pricing is $99.50 per adult and $45.50 for children aged 12 and under. Reservations are required and can be made via Tock.
The Signature Room at the 95th
This year, tables are available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last seating at 4:30 p.m.) and can be booked on Open Table. Reservations are required. The cost is $85 per person ($35 for children, 4 to 12 years old, 3 years under free). The three course menu includes starters like Caesar Salad and Roasted Butternut Squash & Coconut Bisque; mains such Roast Pastured Turkey Breast with Turkey Confit, Green Beans, Mushroom Gravy and Pan Seared Halibut with Braised Artichokes, Vegetables, Basil Pistou; traditional sides include Turkey Sausage Stuffing, Buttery Whipped Potatoes, Flash Fried Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Broccoli; and for dessert, Pumpkin Pie, Mutsu Apple Crisp, Crème Brûlée and Local Pecan Tart. Coffee and tea are included and a specialty seasonal cocktail will also be offered. The Lounge will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with the Kitchenette opening at noon.
Adorn Bar & Restaurant
With the season-long The Giving Tea festive high tea service, Friendsgiving service and Thanksgiving brunches and dinners, guests can expect holiday décor, cocktails, and holiday menus.
All-American Buffet: A Thanksgiving Day feast with American favorites from coast to coast, including Turkey Five Ways, classic Thanksgiving sides, Texas Smokehouse dishes, American Diner favorites, ‘Big Island’ Poke Station, Pumpkin desserts five ways, a children’s buffet, and more.
Friendsgiving: A Friendsgiving service in Adorn’s private dining room. A curated fall feast with highlights like Truffled Turkey Wellington, Dry Aged Wagyu Beef Tartare, a magnum of Champagne and more. $200/person.
Thanksgiving To-Go: A full feast prepared and ready to serve in your own home.
Ambassador Chicago
On Thanksgiving, Ambassador Chicago is offering a Chef's five course Thanksgiving meal for $68per person. Book your reservation for November 24 on OpenTable.
WoodWind
WoodWind is offering a three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving meal on November 24 from 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. Pricing is $75 per person.
First Course choices of Pecan-glazed Carrots, Acorn Squash Salad, House Ricotta, Squash & Apple Bisque, or Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Second Course choices of Grilled Short Rib, Fire-roasted Ham, Pan-Seared Branzino, Turkey Medallions, or House-made Gnocchi
Third Course Choices of Mick Klug Apple “Hand” Pie, Pumpkin Spiced Churros, or Smoked Chocolate Pot De Crème
NoMI
NoMI is offering a 4-course, prix-fixe menu featuring traditional Thanksgiving favorites like Truffle & Sage Brined Turkey, White Truffle Macaroni & Cheese, and Pomme Purée with highlight selections that include Foie Gras Deviled Duck Eggs with oscietra caviar, Roasted Pear & Sweet Potato Salad, and Wagyu Prime Rib. Guests will also be presented with a dessert buffet featuring an assortment of fall-inspired sweets including Pumpkin Pie, Cookie Butter Blondies, White Chocolate Panna Cotta with Cranberry Chutney, and Sweet Potato Mousse with Toasted Meringue.
Open Thursday, November 24, 2022 from 11am-5pm, featuring exclusive seating in NoMI's Kitchen dining space with views of Lake Michigan and Water Tower. Seats are available for purchase via Tock at $195 (excluding tax and service charge) per adult, and $50 for kids aged 5-12.
Photo courtesy of The Kitchen American Bistro
Frontier
Frontier (1072 N. Milwaukee Ave) is offering a Friendsgiving Dinner package throughout the entire month of November. Feast on smoked + carved turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, roasted brussel sprouts, cornbread stuffing, buttered rolls, and sweet potato pie for only $39 a person/ The minimum guest count for this dining experience is 6, and reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance. To book your party, email jen@pioneertaverngroup.com.
For the entire month of November, Frontier will be offering turkeys and sides that are available for pick-up, delivery, and in-house. Turkey size options range from 7-8 pounds, 15 pounds, and 20 pounds, along with an assortment of side options that serve 8-10 guests. All orders must be submitted by Friday, November 18th and will be available for pickup on Tuesday-Thursday the week of Thanksgiving. Cold orders will be available for pick up on Tuesday, November 22nd and Wednesday, November 23rd from 2-6 PM + hot items will be available for pickup on Thanksgiving Day from 9 AM-12 PM. All orders will include reheating instructions.
Ina Mae Tavern
Ina Mae Tavern (1415 N. Wood St) is offering 15 pound Blackened Turkeys (cooked + cooled), packaged with gravy and reheating instructions, for only $97. Be sure to add a half dozen of Take & Bake Biscuits (served with instructions) as well for $18. All orders must be placed by Friday, November 18th. Pick up will be available on Wednesday, November 23rd between 4-8:00 PM.
Lottie’s Pub
Lottie’s Pub (1925 W. Cortland St) will be open on Thanksgiving Day at 6:00 PM! Reserve your table by emailing lotties@pioneertaverngroup.com
Tanta
With Tanta’s ‘Thanksgiving Pollo To Go,’ all you have to do is place an order, pick it up, and reheat it the next day. Place your order via Tanta’s website. All orders must be placed by Monday, November 21st at 12:00 PM. Pick up will be on Wednesday, November 23rd between 12:00 PM-5:00 PM. Tanta’s Thanksgiving Pollo To Go is priced at $120 and serves up to 4 people. Add on empanadas and/or large format cocktails for extra.
Taureaux Tavern
Offering a potato & stuffing croquette special for $12 during the week of Thanksgiving. Reservations can be made via Tock.
The X Pot
Chicagoans can dine privately with The X Pot Chicago's Spectrum Dining where guests can dine in a fully immersive 5D projection room.
To secure a 5D Spectrum Dining Room reservation, The X Pot requires a minimum spend of 4 adults (or 8 adults on Holiday and Holiday Weekends). If a group would like to lock in the room without any other inclusion of guests – the minimum spend of 8 adults ($1,584 on weekdays, $1,744 on weekends, or 12 adults on holidays and holiday weekends $2,616) is considered as a room buyout and will not be open to shared seating in order to ensure all guests’ experiences are satisfactory and standard of service is upheld.
Book your dining experience on SevenRooms.
François Frankie
Order their Thanksgiving meal kit for your holiday dinner and serve up a Thanksgiving dinner à la Française with entrées + sides for your chers amis et famille like:
Boneless Heritage Turkey Breasts (uncooked) and Cherry Wood Smoked Turkey Legs
Parmesan Sourdough Stuffing
Traditional Turkey and Mushroom Gravy
Cranberry Compote
Fall Salad
Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Rustic Mashed Potatoes
Pumpkin Crumble
Add-ons that will be available for an additional fee include:
Shrimp Cocktail
Cheese Plate
Charcuterie Plate
Baguette and Whipped Butter
Bottles of White and Red Bordeaux Wine
Also included in each meal kit will be detailed cooking + heating instructions. Pickup will be at François Frankie (222 W. Randolph St.).
François Frankie’s Thanksgiving meal kits for 4-6 people can be purchased for $250 at Tock.
Flyer courtesy of Frontier
The Goddess and Grocer
The Goddess and Grocer Thanksgiving catering meal options include Turkey for Two (serves 2) $75, Family Matters (serves six) $195, All In The Family (serves 12) $395, and a la carte food, wine, cocktail, and decorative offerings. The Goddess and Grocer features natural, range-free and antibiotic-free turkeys. Those wanting to set the dessert table with The Goddess and Grocer’s signature pies can choose from Pecan, Pumpkin, Traditional Apple, Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Tart, and more. The menu also offers options for those in need of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
The Thanksgiving catering menu is available for shipment across the country (some restrictions apply) and can be ordered via 773.292.7100 or visit goddessandgrocer.com/thanksgiving. Orders must be submitted by Wednesday, November 16 at Noon.
Turkey For Two ($75) - Serves 2, turkey breast, herb + sourdough stuffing, turkey pan gravy, cranberry sauce, yukon gold mashed potatoes, ultimate green bean casserole, parker house rolls, two mini pumpkin pies.
Family Matters ($195) - Serves 6, whole 12-14lb turkey, herb + sourdough stuffing, turkey pan gravy, cranberry sauce, yukon gold mashed potatoes, ultimate green bean casserole, parker house rolls, 1 pumpkin pie.
All in the Family ($395) - Serves 12, whole 20-22lb turkey, herb + sourdough stuffing, turkey pan gravy, cranberry sauce, yukon gold mashed potatoes, ultimate green bean casserole, parker house rolls, 1 pumpkin pie, 1 pecan pie.
The Goddess and Grocer also has two Thanksgiving inspired sandwiches this year for continuing the feast after the holiday. They are available at all locations November 25 - November 30.
Thanksgiving Sandwich - roasted turkey breast, herb veggie stuffing, cranberry sauce, arugula, sage aioli on challah bread $11.95
Veggie Thanksgiving Sandwich - veggie sausage patty, herb veggie stuffing, cranberry sauce, arugula, sage aioli on challah bread $10.95
Both sandwiches will be available at the following locations: Fulton Market, River North, Gold Coast, Bucktown.
Sunda
Sunda New Asian is offering their take on turkey day eats for a Friendsgiving / Thanksgiving Dinner At-Home. Serving 4 guests, the Thanksgiving menu ($180) features dishes like Roasted Turkey, Confit Turkey Legs, Shishito Mashed Potatoes, Street Corn Stuffing, Biscuits, Gravy and more. Easy to follow reheating instructions are included with each package. Please note, Sunda New Asian will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
The deadline to order is November 17, 2022. Pick-up is available Tuesday, November 22 & Wednesday, November 23.
Photo courtesy of The Goddess and Grocer
Truluck's Rosemont
This year, in addition to their regular menu of seafood entrees, Truluck's Rosemont will offer a traditional three-course Thanksgiving feast of turkey with sides and a selection of desserts (menu attached). In addition, guests can select from two holiday specialty cocktails: the Holiday Nog ($15) and a Turkey Fashioned (their take on an Old Fashioned) made with Wild Turkey bourbon, spiced orange syrup, angostura, and orange bitters ($14.50). Reservations can be made online on Truluck's website or via OpenTable. Truluck's Rosemont is located at 9860 Berwyn Ave.
Photo courtesy of Truluck's
Cafe Robey
Cafe Robey (first floor of The Robey Hotel) will have Thanksgiving meal kits ($220) that serve 4 people.
Menu:
Mains: ½ Brined Turkey, Au Gratian potatoes, Chicken Gravy
Sides: Sage and sausage stuffing, House Cranberry Sauce, Roasted Brussel sprouts, House parker Rolls
Dessert: Pumpkin Pie w/ house whipped cream
A La Carte items (serves 4 each):
Bechamel mac and Cheese ($22)
Kale Caesar Salad ($23)
Fruit Tray ($20)
Green Bean Casserole ($24)
Roasted baby Carrot ($20)
The Bristol
The Bristol is offering a full 3-course Thanksgiving to-go menu with seasonal dishes featuring Fall flavors ($225, serves 4).
Menu:
Milk Bread w/ Butter
Gem Lettuce, Beets, Carrot Vinaigrette, Chevre
Butternut Squash Bisque, Pepita
Roast Turkey Breast
Smoked Turkey Legs
Roasted Root Vegetables
Juniper Cranberry Jam
Pomme Puree
Braised Greens, Bacon, Apple
Herbed Stuffing
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Order online via Tock starting October 17th through November 17.
Pickup is available on Wednesday, November 23 from 12-6pm at The Bristol (2152 N. Damen Ave). Items are pre-cooked with heating instructions included.
Formento’s
Formento's will offer the package on Tock beginning October 6th, the cutoff date to order is Friday, November 18th.
Menu:
The package feeds 4 for $210. There are also $20 individual pies - Apple, Pumpkin, and Gluten Free Cranberry Tart, available to order through Tock and Nonna's.
Pickup for Thanksgiving meals and pies is available on Wednesday, November 23rd, from 12pm to 8pm at Nonna’s
Dusek’s
In collaboration with some of its fellow 16 On Center concepts, Dusek’s is offering a full Thanksgiving menu. In addition to pies and batched cocktails, dishes can be ordered a la carte or as full Thanksgiving meal packages. Packages include the following:
Brined, Ready-to-cook, Slagel Family Farms Turkey from Dusek’s w/ gravy
Pull-apart Butter Rolls from Dusek’s
Superfood Salad from Paulette’s
Biscuit Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, and Roasted Brussels Sprouts from Lou’s Backyard
Caramelized Pumpkin Pie from Good Ambler
Curated Spotify Playlist from our friends at Thalia Hall
Packages come in a range of sizes to accommodate small and large parties. Packages must be ordered by November 18 at 5pm and can be placed on their website.
Pickup is available on Wednesday, November 24th from 11am-6:00pm and Thursday, November 25th from 9am-12pm at Thalia Hall (1807 S Allport St).
Good Ambler
Order specialty pies by Chef Kevin McCormick to celebrate the holiday.
Banoffee Pie - This pie is a version of the English classic consisting of a banana rum flambé covered in caramel mousse, and sits on top of a peanut butter cookie crust. It is then top it off with a chocolate caramel mousse and chocolate covered peanuts.
Basque Cake - This butter cake is filled with Michigan cherries and a Tahitian vanilla cream.
Apple “Pie” - Inspired by the classic Tarte Tatin, this “pie” features caramelized apples that sit on top of a spiced sable breton and is topped off with a vanilla bean whipped cream.
Pumpkin Pie - This velvety, textured spiced pumpkin pie has a caramelized top and sits inside of a tender butter crust.
Orders must be placed on Tock by November 19.
Pickupon November 23 and 24 from 10am-3:30pm at Good Ambler (216 N Peoria St).
Yardbird(Dine-In)
Yardbird Thanksgiving dine in options will be available on Thanksgiving Day during normal operation hours.The menu is a la carte with pricing to be determined by order and location.
Starters include:
Pear, Pomegranate and Arugula Salad made with rosemary scented peanuts, buttermilk blue cheese and topped with honeycomb yogurt dressing.
Charleston She Crab Souptopped with pimento cheese straws.
Main Course:
Herb Roasted Turkey Dinner: The dinner includes Mashed Potatoes, a Green Bean Casserolemade with giblet gravy and crispy onions,Cranberry Compote and Giblet Gravy
Sides:
Lobster Mac & Cheese made with a whole lobster and five artisanal cheeses.
Melted Leek Potato Gratin topped with fresh thyme and parmesan.
Crispy Brussel Sprouts made with spicy honey.
Biscuit Stuffing made with sage, celery and leeks.
Green Bean Casserolemade with crispy shallots and roasted garlic.
Dessert:
Brown Butter Bourbon Pumpkin Pie: Finish off dinner with this delectable piemade with candied pecans, molasses ginger cookies and topped with a honey whipped cream.
Yardbird (To Go)
Whole Thanksgiving meals will be available for pre-order from Yardbird! To-Go meals include three sizing options: Small (2-4), Medium (6-8) and Large (10-12). Pick-up will be available on Thanksgiving Day during regular operation hours. Place orders on Yardbirds website To-Go orders placed before Friday, November 4 will receive a complimentary bottle of wine. Order options include:
Herb Roasted Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Sage and Celery Stuffing
Green Bean Casserole made with giblet gravy and crispy onions
Bourbon Brown Butter Glazed Yams topped with smoked pecans & marshmallows
Fresh Cranberry Relish made with orange and cinnamon
Biscuits served with a honey butter and apple jam
Giblet Gravy
Brown Butter Bourbon Pumpkin Pie made with candied pecans, molasses ginger cookies and topped with a honey whipped cream.
Photo courtesy of Good Ambler
The Smith
Priced at $75.00 per person, diners can select a three-course menu. To start, diners can choose from options including Butternut Squash Soup, Kale + Quinoa Salad, Tuna Tartare, Ricotta Gnocchi, Burrata, and more. For the second course, diners can choose from turkey in three different ways such as Turkey Pot Pie, Braised Turkey Drumstick, or a Roasted Turkey Breast. For those who don't like turkey, they can choose from Rigatoni Carbonara, Salmon, or a Red Wine Braised Short Rib. Each table also will receive Apple Brioche Stuffing, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, and Cranberry Orange Jam. A small a la carte menu will also be available.
Farmhouse Evanston
This Thanksgiving Day, Farmhouse offers a buffet including all traditional options and even a few seasonal specials. For $49.00 for adults, and $23.00 for children 10 and under, families can order a buffet style menu for the whole family. Looking for dinner for one? Solo guests can select froom the full menu for only $29.00. Reservations are available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Resy.
Autumn Salad: baby arugula and shaved Napa cabbage, fennel, marinated cranberries, toasted pecans and a roasted garlic apple vinaigrette
Squash & Greens: lacinato kale, baby arugula and shaved brussel sprouts, roasted cauliflower, mighty vine tomatoes and a Brown Dog Farm honey vinaigrette
Charcuterie Boards: local meat & cheese with pickled vegetables
Turkey with mushroom gravy
Ham with a brown sugar maple glaze
Prime Rib of Beef with a horseradish cream
Seared Salmon with a butter braised fennel
Turkey Stuffing: confit turkey leg, brioche, garlic and herb demi
Roasted Carrots and Brussel Sprouts: thyme and honey balsamic glaze, bacon lardons, caramelized
Buttermilk Smashed Potatoes
Bennison's Dinner Rolls
Homemade Macaroni & Cheese
Green Bean Casserole: crispy fried onion and a mushroom cream sauce
Maple Candied Yams: marshmallows and pecans
Chicken Tenders and fries (for the kids)
Desserts: Apple, Pecan and Pumpkin bars
For $29.00 Farmhouse is offering a single Thanksgiving plate to-go out with pickup available on Wednesday, November 24 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The menu consists of Sliced Turkey served with a mushroom gravy, Turkey Confit Stuffing made with confit turkey leg, brioche and a garlic and herb demi, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Carrots. All orders must be placed by Monday, November 22 for pick-up only.
State and Lake Chicago Tavern
In honor of the holiday, the contemporary gastropub is offering a three-course prix-fixe meal with options like butternut squash soup, harvest salad, heirloom roasted turkey, roasted root vegetable in papillote, and pumpkin pie. This special holiday menu is $42 per person. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House Chicago
For the holiday, the restaurant will be offering Slagel Family Farm roasted Turkey with sweet potato purée, garlic mashed potatoes, cranberry orange sauce and dressing ($45). If the table still has room after such a feast, order a round of MJ’s favorite 23 Layer Chocolate Cake. Michael Jordan’s Steak House Chicago will be open 3pm-11pm. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Soul & Smoke
Guests can order from the traditional Thanksgiving offerings, such as the Herb Roasted Turkey Breast, Cajun Smoked Turkey Breast, Traditional Herb Stuffing, Chef Carter’s Signature Mac & Cheese and all the traditional fixings. In addition, Chef is offering guests the opportunity to order less traditional menu items. Guests can choose from barbecue options such as Smoked Pulled Pork, Smoked Beef Brisket or Housemade Pastrami or opt for a game meat alternative of Braised Duck Quarters and pair it with Braised Brussels Sprouts and Candied Yams. Soul & Smoke is offering to-go pickup at all three locations – Evanston, Avondale, and Time Out Market on Wednesday, November 23. Thanksgiving Day pickup is available in Evanston-only with a $500 order minimum. All menu items will be chilled and come with reheating instructions. All pre-orders can be placed on Tock.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
The Pumpkin Old Fashioned is now available in mini donuts. Pickup this November at all 16 locations throughout Chicago.
Hannah's Bretzel
Hannah’s Bretzel has released two new sandwiches for the holiday season, the Thanksgiving 365 and the Christkindl sandwich. The Thanksgiving 365 sandwich is made with Applegate farms antibiotic and growth hormone-free smoked turkey, soft ripened brie, romaine hearts and a housemade cranberry chutney on freshly baked organic whole grain baguette (or wecken). The Christkindl Sandwich is made with German speck, sliced organic apples, feta cheese, arugula, and fig chutney with a drizzle of organic apple balsamella on a house made organic bretzel baguette (or wecken).
BLVD Steakhouse
Priced at $75.00 per person, BLVD Steakhouse will be offering Thanksgiving meals to-go, for pickup on both Wednesday 11/23 and Thursday 11/24. The menu consists of Baby Greens, Brussel Sprouts, PQB Sourdough Stuffing, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Turkey Breast and finished off with a Pumpkin Pie. All customers will have additional wines by the bottle available for purchase that pair with the full menu. Pre-ordering is available on Tock for both days in addition to the full menu and optional wine add-ons.
The Dearborn
Priced between $28 to $35, The Dearborn will be offering two select pies to accompany your Thanksgiving dinners. Order 48 hours in advance any day until 11/26 to guarantee yourself an in-house pie. The two pies to select from are the Crispy Phyllo Apple Pie which is a flaky butter crust, spiced gooey apple filling, and crispy phyllo topping. The other is the Hazelnut Chocolate Cream Pie, a chocolate crust, caramel base, hazelnut studded dark chocolate ganache, milk chocolate whipped cream, candied hazelnuts, and crunchy chocolate pearls.
Bloom Plant Based Kitchen
Priced at $70 per person, Bloom will be offering Thanksgiving to-go only through Tock with pick-up on Wednesday, November 23 from 5-8 p.m. Bloom offers Sweet Corn Arepa, Jackfruit Sofrito and Salsa Verde for starters, along with a Fall Salad featuring brussel sprouts, kale, squash, caramelized mixed seeds, cornbread croutons and sherry tarragon vinaigrette. Bloom’s to-go also includes a Tamal with pumpkin tamal, mole verde, salsah macha and mustard greens, and a Jamaican Walnut Beet Loaf featuring poblano cornbread with maple butter, truffled potatoes, forest mushroom gravy and rosemary cranberry preserve. An Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Maple Pie will be included for dessert.
Photo courtesy of Soul & Smoke
Lure Fishbar
Lure Fishbar at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago will be offering a three-course Thanksgiving menu, available on Thanksgiving Day. The menu will feature takes on holiday classics such as a Thanksgiving Day Roasted Turkey accompanied by Chestnut-Sage Stuffing, Delicata Squash, Cranberry and Gravy, in addition to sides like Garlic Whipped Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts & Pancetta. Lure Fishbar will also serve an array of specialty dishes including Spinach Stuffed Branzino with Sweet Potatoes, Brown Butter and Lemon and Grilled Filet Mignon with Wilted Swiss Chard and Black Truffle Butter, in addition to a limited menu of Lure classics. Guests can close out the night with desserts such as Toasted Pecan Pie with spiced rum caramel and Pumpkin Pie with cinnamon chantilly cream. Lure Fishbar’s Thanksgiving menu is available for $95/person; kids eat for $42/person.
Photo courtesy of Lure Fishbar
Prime & Provisions
Chef Joe Rizza’s menu includes a grand buffet featuring a raw bar selection, carved meats station, holiday sides and desserts. The feast will be available on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and priced at $85 per person, $35 per child.
Reservations are now available:
https://www.primeandprovisions.com/reserve/.
Diners can also pre-order for them at home celebrations, for pickup on Wednesday, 11/23 (order by 11/20) via Tock.
Bandit
Bandit (841 W Randolph St) is celebrating Friendsgiving this year with an evening themed around the TV Show Friends.
On Wednesday, November 16th from 6pm to 9pm on their second floor they will offer: the Friends-themed menu, Friends games, and prizes all while watching the series’ classic Thanksgiving Day episodes. Friends-themed Friendsgiving Menu features:
Central Perk Martini
Geller "Moist Maker" Sandwich
Chandler's Mac & Cheese
Phoebe's Mashed Potatoes
Joey's Meatballs
Rachel's English Trifle (no beef and peas in this one!)
Reservations can be made on the Bandit website, (sold via Eventbrite).
Pennyville Station
This downtown Park Ridge restaurant is putting together a Thanksgiving feast for pick-up.
Pre orders are now available, to be placed by Tuesday, November 22nd. Patrons can schedule pick-up of their feast between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 24th).
Orders can be placed per person ($34.99 per full meal), or items can be ordered a la carte in half trays (serves 8) or full trays (serves 16). Mains and sides include:
Turkey (White and Dark Meat)
Traditional Stuffing
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Green Bean Casserole
Sweet Potato Mash
Cranberry Sauce
Bread Pudding
**Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake will also be available by the slice ($9.95) or by the full cake ($55)
Siena Tavern + Bar Siena Old Orchard
Siena Tavern and Bar Siena Old Orchard are celebrating Thanksgiving this year by offering Thanksgiving dinners to-go.
For Thanksgiving this year, Siena Tavern (Chicago) and Bar Siena's (Old Orchard) to-go menu will feature some of Chef Fabio's favorite dishes and are available for pick-up on Wednesday, November 23rd. Each package serves two people ($130) and features mains and sides including:
Gremolata Stuffed Porchetta
Taleggio Whipped Potatoes with Chives
Prosciutto Sausage & Red Pepper Focaccia Stuffing with Fried Sage
Nonna’s Lasagna Bolognese
Butternut Squash Arancini
Green Beans Gorgonzola with Candied Walnuts
Lemon Ricotta Stuffed Artichokes
Fall Harvest Salad
Siena Tavern Thanksgiving to-go orders can be placed via Tock.
Truth Be Told
For Thanksgiving dinner this year, Truth Be Told, a new British-inspired tavern located in the Study Hotel along East 60th Street, on the South Campus of University of Chicago, will be offering a special to-go heat and serve meal. Truth Be Told's (1227 E 60th St, Chicago) Thanksgiving to-go menu is $140 for two people, $255 for four people, and $360 for six people. The menu will include:
MENU
Salad
Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
Roasted Red Pear Onion
Chevre
Bosc Pears
Maple Candied Walnuts
Parkerhouse Rolls
Turkey
Oven Roasted Breast
Confit Thigh
Smoked Drum
Turkey Gravy
Brussels Sprouts
Oven Roasted
Shallots
Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
Mashed Potatoes
Stuffing
Sourdough bread
Mirepoix
Butter
Turkey Jus
Cranberry Sauce
Add On’s
Soup – qt - $35 serves 4
Roasted Root Veg Soup
Cheese - $22
3 English Cheeses and accoutrements
Charcuterie board - $26
3 varieties with accoutrements
Pies / Sweets - $35 ea
Pumpkin Pie
Golden Syrup Apple Pie
Cookies / Desserts - $18
Cookies by the dozen
2 Varieties
Dessert bars by the DZ
2 Varieties
Cocktail - $28
Manhattan - House cocktail for two
Order can be placed until Monday, November 21st online via Tock.
Order pick up will take place on Wednesday, November 23rd from 12pm – 8pm and on Thursday, November 24th from 7am-2pm.
Robert's Pizza & Dough Co.
We've all heard of a Thanksgiving leftover sandwich but Robert's is putting its own twist on the holiday combo this year with a Thanksgiving Pizza. Available November 18-27, the pie is topped with roast turkey breast, 'za stuffing with pork sausage, fresh cranberry sauce, sweet potato puree, fresh mozzarella, asiago cheese, and mushroom gravy. It's a tasty way to enjoy the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner on a crispy, chewy pizza crust that reheats like a dream if you take some home.
Apple Pies To-Go!Grab a pie before heading to Thanksgiving dinner! Robert's Pizza is offering whole apple pies for preorder to enjoy with your family during the holiday. The pie features Robert's special 'za dough with a delicious apple filling. Choose from a 10" Pie ($35) - serves up to 8 or a 14" Pie ($65) - serves up to 12. Pie orders must be placed by Monday, November 21st for pick-up by Wednesday, November 23rd. To order, visit https://www.robertspizzacompany.com/apple-pie-preorder-2022 or call (312) 265-1328.
Photo courtesy of DineAmic Hospitality
Esquire by Cooper’s Hawk
Esquire (58 E Oak Street), a concept from Cooper’s Hawk that features rotating Visiting Chefs menusfrom culinary artists along with wines from around the world, will be open for Thanksgiving dinner. The Thanksgiving Menu includes:
Dessert: Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake – Vanilla Whipped Cream, Crème Anglaise – a Collaboration with Eli’s Cheesecake of Chicago (also available ala carte for $15.99)
Esquire's Thanksgiving Pricing is$49.99 per adult and $16.99 per child (12 and under). Diners can also order items from the restaurant’s full menu, including the current Visiting Chefs Menu by Tyler Florence.
Chicagoland Cooper's Hawk
All local Cooper's Hawk restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving Dinner from 11AM until 9PM – they will be offering a Prix Fixe menu alongside their regular menu items. The restaurant group is also offering meal kits. Pricing for Cooper's Hawk Thanksgiving is $33.99 per adult and $14.99 per child (12 and under).
In-restaurant dining:
FIRST COURSE
Butternut Squash Soup Topped with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds and Sour Cream
MAIN COURSE
Slow-roasted Turkey with Pan Gravy
Traditional Stuffing
Roasted Green Beans & Carrots
Mary’s Potatoes
Cranberry Sauce
DESSERT
Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake – A Collaboration with Eli’s Cheesecake of Chicago
Grateful wine$11/glass, $31.99/in-restaurant bottle purchase (Wine Club members only)
NOTE: Wine Club members can bring their Member wines from home for in-restaurant service; retail price by the bottle for Members is $21.99.
Thanksgiving Dinner Package Heat and Serve Meal
Serves 6 for $199.99
Pretzel Bread & Butter
Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Traditional Stuffing, Mary's Potatoes, Roasted and Glazed Green Beans & Carrots
Slow-Roasted Turkey slices with Pan Gravy & Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Eli's Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake with Vanilla Whipped Cream and Vanilla Sauce
Pre-orders required as quantities are limited. Meal kits can be picked up on Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23.
Photo courtesy of Cooper's Hawk
Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park
Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park will offer Thanksgiving Feasts To-Go this year. Each feast serves up to ten people and is priced at $230 per package. All orders are pre-paid. Those interested in ordering can do so on Tock.
Thanksgiving Feast To-Go Menu:
· Apple Cider Brined Free Range Turkey (20 -22 lbs.)
· Sage and Apricot Stuffing
· Whipped Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
· Pan Dripping Gravy
· Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Candied Pecans, Toasted Marshmallow
· Creamy 3 Cheese Mac & Cheese, Crispy Breadcrumbs
· Green Bean Casserole, Creamed Mushroom Ragout, Crispy Onions
· Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
· Each Thanksgiving Feast also includes either a Traditional Apple, Pumpkin or Pecan Pie
Sugargoat
Sugargoat is offering pies, and a variety of other sweets, for the holiday. The pies ($33, 9 inch) are available for pre-order (with pick-up Thanksgiving week) now on their website.:
There are also several autumn specials on the menu, A few options from Chef Stephanie Izard’s lineup includes:
pumpkin crunch pie: revamped pumpkin pie is topped with candied This Little Goat Mexico crunch
chocolate french fry pie: with a silky malt filling and a french fry crumble crust, this is best served cold
apple gjetoat pie: it's the apple pie with a cheesy-caramel-y twist
pie in the sky cake: this graham cracker cake is topped and layered with brown butter buttercream, filled with sweet cranberry jam, and finished off with a pie crust crumble
Thanksgiving Duck Dinner is $200, serves 4 people and includes all the fixings for a unique holiday. Order via Tock.The package includes:
Peking Duck (comes uncooked, marinated with roasting instructions)
Green Beans
Baked Char Siu Buns (4)
Mashed Potato Spring Rolls (6)
Veggie Fried Rice
Spiced Sweet Potatoes
Photo courtesy of Darcy Jusich Consulting
Gaijin
Gaijin's Thanksgiving specials will be available Thursday, November 17th - Wednesday, November 23rd. Gaijin will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Turkey Chashu Okonomiyaki
Pasture-raised turkey from Slagel Family Farm, braised, rolled, sliced and seared and served atop Gaijin's classic Osaka-style okonomiyaki ($25)
Cran Shin-Chan
Gaijin's holiday take on a classic martini, with a cranberry twist / low-ABV and palate-cleansing
Photo courtesy of Braxton McCarthy for Gaijin
Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant
Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant, located at 3471 N. Elston Ave, is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner buffet on November 24, 2022 from 12:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Seating times for the first floor will be 12:00 / 12:15 /12:30 / 2:15 / 2:30 / 2:45 / 5:30 p.m.
Seating times for the second floor will be 1:30 / 3:45 p.m.
Each seating time will be for two hours.
The buffet will include a variety of Soup, Salads, Seafood Appetizers, Fruit, Crudité Platters, Carvery & Entrée Selections, a wide selection of side dishes, and desserts. The available soups will be a Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Chief O’Neill’s Famous Cheese and Guinness Soup, and Maine Lobster Bisque. The seafood appetizers will include Ceviche, Cured Salmon, Shrimp, and Fried Oysters. For an entrée, guests will have the choice of a Smoked Maple Glazed Ham served with Pineapple Rum Raisin Sauce, a Roast Turkey Breast served with Turkey Au Jus Gravy, or a Stuffed Roast Pork Tenderloin served with Orange Cranberry Sauce.
Reservations can be made online on Chief O’Neill’s Website. The buffet will be priced at Adults (aged 12+): $85 per person, Children under 12: $45 per person. Drinks are not included.
A $20 reservation deposit will be taken at the time of reservation and applied to your check on Thanksgiving Day.
Photo courtesy of Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant
Cody's Public House
Always dog-friendly inside and out, Cody’s Public House in West Lakeview will be open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Football fans can catch all the NFL action with sound on eight 65-inch TVs around the bar for a total of 10 throughout the space.
Cody’s is equipped with several grills in the beer garden and allows guests to grill up all their game day favorites. For the holiday, Cody’s will offer free turkey burgers and brats for guests to grill along with the buns and all the accompaniments, available first come first serve. Cody’s beer garden features TVs, darts and bean bags, and indoors, there is a pool table as well as a Game Room with darts, Big Buck Hunter, Golden Tee and a fireplace.
Easy Bar
Easy Bar in Wicker Park will open late at 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving for Chicagoans who want a nightcap after the feast. Specials will include $5 Fernet Branca shots, $6 Tito's cocktails, and $9 beer and shot combos.
Oda Mediterranean Cuisine
Oda Mediterranean Cuisine in Andersonville will be open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Guests can order Oda’s full menu of Turkish-Georgian fare from Owner and Chef Marina Cardak as well as handcrafted and seasonal cocktails. The menu features mezes like Spicy Hummus with ezme, Babaganoush and a cucumber yogurt Cacik Dip, and retro classics like Beef Stroganoff and Shkmeruli (cornish hen). Guests can expect seasonal specials as well like the Mantar Güveç, a cheesy mushroom casserole which is a traditional Turkish dish prepared in an earthen clay pot called Güveç.
Sweet Mandy B's
For Chicagoans hosting holiday events this November, Sweet Mandy B’s in Lincoln Park and Streeterville will be open for limited hours on Thanksgiving Day to offer festive holiday treats available for pre-order from Sunday, November 20 through Thursday, November 24 at both locations.
Sweet Mandy B’s will also feature a special menu of Thanksgiving items like 9-inch pies that serve 6 to 8 people. Flavors include Apple Streusel with fresh apple pie filling, Pumpkin topped with whipped cream, Chocolate Cream with an Oreo crust and chocolate pudding filling, Banana Cream with sliced bananas, Key Lime in a graham crack crust, Pecan, and Apple Cherry Streusel. Other festive items will include Pumpkin, Turkey or ice Cut-out Cookies (Lincoln Park only) and Thanksgiving cakes including a Pumpkin Patch or Turkey Cake available in 6-inch, 9-inch, or 12-inch. Pumpkin and Vanilla Cheesecakes will also be available at the Streeterville location. Call to pre-order, Lincoln Park: (773) 244.1174 and Streeterville: (312) 255.1632.
Guests can also choose from seasonal items throughout the month of November like Pumpkin Cupcakes, individual Pumpkin Cheesecakes, Pumpkin Whoopie Pie, Pumpkin Bread, Pumpkin Pie, and more.
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will be open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day broadcasting the Minnesota Vikings vs New England Patriots game at 7:20 p.m. Drink specials will include $5 SKOL Bombs, $5 Jameson Orange, $6 Surly Furious IPA drafts, $6 Goose Island Hazy Beer Hug and $20 Miller Light and Coors Lite Buckets. Graystone will give every guest in attendance a raffle ticket for a chance to win an end-of-the-season Tailgate Prize Pack. The prize includes a gas grill, big screen TV, bags set, cooler and more.
Broadcasting the games with sound on 9 TVs throughout the bar, Graystone Tavern offers a winterized beer garden with TVs. Graystone also offers a full menu of pub food like wings, blackened chicken tacos, hummus, a honey butter chicken sandwich, a smash burger and more. Tables are limited. For reservations, email events@graystonetavern.com
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap in North Center will be open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. They will broadcast all the Thanksgiving Day NFL game action in the weatherproofed outdoor beer garden that accommodates up to 68 guests and is outfitted with a full bar, six TVs and a sound system. The Rambler’s menu of pub fare will be available as well as some Thanksgiving specials.
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar in Andersonville is offering custom Charcuterie Boards until Wednesday, November 23. The customizable boards will feature a variety of cheeses, charcuterie and accoutrements. Orders can be placed via TOCK and will be available for pick up until 9 p.m. on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. The boards will come in a range of sizes including small (serves up to 10 guests; $50), medium (serves 10-15 guests; $85), large (15-20 guests; $100), and deluxe (serves 20+ guests; $135).
Photo courtesy of Oda Mediterranean Cuisine
City Cruises Chicago
City Cruises Chicago is offering several themed cruises. City Cruises Chicago presents a Thanksgiving Day Premier Plus Lunch Cruise & more.
Thanksgiving Day Signature Lunch Cruise (11/24): A holiday lunch buffet and hand-crafted cocktails. Other features include DJ entertainment, views of the Adler Planetarium and Willis Tower, climate controlled interior decks and more. Guests will Board at 2:00pm and Cruise from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Thanksgiving Day Premier Lunch Cruise (11/24): This event will feature a 2-course prix fixe holiday menu, full cash service bar, festive decor, views of the Chicago skyline and curated music from a DJ. Diners will Board beginning at 2:00pm and Cruise from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Thanksgiving Day Premier Plus Lunch Cruise (11/24): This glass-enclosed cruise will feature a 3-course prix fixe lunch, views of Chicago architecture, full cash service bar. Lunch-goers will Board at 2:00pm and Cruise from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge, located in the Rose Hotel Chicago O’Hare, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel (5200 Pearl St.), will be open all day on Thanksgiving from 6 am-11 pm offering their regular menus as well as a Turkey Burger Special. This juicy, mushroom & turkey blended patty is topped with sage stuffing, cranberry sauce, fried onions, and garlic aioli on a potato bun, served alongside fries. Thorn is also offering patrons the opportunity to host an upcoming Friendsgiving in their private dining room which includes a special three-course meal with stylish holiday decor and a champagne toast for a fixed price of $60.
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
On Thanksgiving, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m., diners will have a selection from a three-course meal, featuring classic Thanksgiving dishes such as butternut squash soup, apple and blue cheese salad, lobster bisque, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and traditional Thanksgiving turkey. Dessert selections include pumpkin and apple pie, plus à la carte additions and family-style sides can be added on. Kids will be treated to a classic meal of chicken tenders and french fries. The menu is also available for pickup between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving, orders must be placed by Saturday, November 19th at 12 p.m. Tickets are $65 and reservations can made online or by calling 312-786-1401.
Lirica
Lirica, the Latin and Iberian-inspired eatery overlooking Lake Michigan on Chicago's Navy Pier, will offer a special three-course menu on Thursday, November 24. Available from 5 pm - 8 pm, the menu will include holiday-inspired dishes including Tortilla Espanola to start and a fresh Pumpkin Empanada for dessert. Reservations are available via OpenTable. A limited version of the restaurant's regular chef-curated menu will be available that day.
Pacino's
For a taste of Italian flavors mixed into a holiday dining experience, Pacino's in the South Loop will be offering a special Thanksgiving Meal on November 24 for just $55 per person to include slow-roasted, hormone-free organic turkey, served alongside a house-made stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce. Each plate will be accompanied by a fresh salad, creamy mashed potatoes, green beans, and a Penne Arrabiatta. The restaurant's regular menu of Italian classics will also be available.
Oaken Bistro + Bar
Oaken Bistro + Bar will be open on Thursday, November 24 for Thanksgiving diners on the North Shore. Breakfast service will be available from 6:30 am - 3 pm, lunch will be available from 11 am - 3 pm and dinner will be served from 3 pm - 10 pm. Diners will have the chance to order fare including the Red Wine Braised Short Rib or the PEI Mussels, served alongside a variety of specialty cocktails, wines, and local beer offerings.
Segnatore
The Humboldt Park neighborhood Italian restaurant lead by Chef Matt Troostis offering single serving take and bake meal kits available for pickup on Wednesday, November 23, between 5-10PM. Preorders are currently available on Segnatore’s webstore through November 20. Segnatore will not be open on Thanksgiving day.
The Segnatore Thanksgiving dinner meal kit includes:
Porchetta style roast turkey, deboned
Sausage stuffing
Sautéd green beans
Smashed roasted herb sweet potatoes
Cranberry sauce
Rigatoni “Al Forno”
Goat cheese rolls
Relish tray (pickles and olives)
Traditional gravy
Possible add-on wine bottle pairings include bubbles, red, white, rosé or orange.
Photo courtesy of Segnatore
Scott Harris Hospitality
Scott Harris Hospitality is offering to go meals for the upcoming holiday. Order your meals at any of the below locations by 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 22 and your meal will be ready for pick up on Thanksgiving day.
Indienne
Indienne will be open and serving their $90 per person 6-course tasting menus (vegetarian and non-vegetarian) for the holiday. Reservations are required and can be made through Tock.
The Drake Oak Brook
Kicking off the season with carolers, champagne butler and festive lights strung throughout the gardens, a special Thanksgiving Brunch buffet will include a Raw Bar, Carving Station, Tower of Assorted Treats and options from Sage Stuffing to Bourbon Pecan Pie. The buffet will be available from 10am-4pm.
West Town Bakery
Thanksgiving items may be pre-ordered for pickup from its website or in-store through a physical form starting on Thursday, October 13 through Wednesday, November 16. Items can be picked up at any of the four West Town Bakery locations during regular business hours on Wednesday, November 23 and Thursday, November 24. Festive Thanksgiving items include jalapeno cream cheese cornbread, Fruity Pebbles pie, pumpkin whoopie pies and more.
The Kitchen American Bistro
The Kitchen hosts a Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 24. The meal begins with a Welcome Board; choices of a Harvest Salad or Fire-Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque; Roasted Whole Turkey or Roasted Red Kuri Squash; and includes all the accompaniments: Parker House Rolls, Roasted Butternut Squash, Seared Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Braised Greens. For dessert, a choice of Brown Butter & Caramelized Honey Pumpkin Pie or Apple Galette.
Pricing is $99.50 per adult and $45.50 for children aged 12 and under. Reservations are required and can be made via Tock.
The Signature Room at the 95th
This year, tables are available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last seating at 4:30 p.m.) and can be booked on Open Table. Reservations are required. The cost is $85 per person ($35 for children, 4 to 12 years old, 3 years under free). The three course menu includes starters like Caesar Salad and Roasted Butternut Squash & Coconut Bisque; mains such Roast Pastured Turkey Breast with Turkey Confit, Green Beans, Mushroom Gravy and Pan Seared Halibut with Braised Artichokes, Vegetables, Basil Pistou; traditional sides include Turkey Sausage Stuffing, Buttery Whipped Potatoes, Flash Fried Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Broccoli; and for dessert, Pumpkin Pie, Mutsu Apple Crisp, Crème Brûlée and Local Pecan Tart. Coffee and tea are included and a specialty seasonal cocktail will also be offered. The Lounge will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with the Kitchenette opening at noon.
Adorn Bar & Restaurant
With the season-long The Giving Tea festive high tea service, Friendsgiving service and Thanksgiving brunches and dinners, guests can expect holiday décor, cocktails, and holiday menus.
Ambassador Chicago
On Thanksgiving, Ambassador Chicago is offering a Chef's five course Thanksgiving meal for $68 per person. Book your reservation for November 24 on OpenTable.
WoodWind
WoodWind is offering a three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving meal on November 24 from 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. Pricing is $75 per person.
NoMI
NoMI is offering a 4-course, prix-fixe menu featuring traditional Thanksgiving favorites like Truffle & Sage Brined Turkey, White Truffle Macaroni & Cheese, and Pomme Purée with highlight selections that include Foie Gras Deviled Duck Eggs with oscietra caviar, Roasted Pear & Sweet Potato Salad, and Wagyu Prime Rib. Guests will also be presented with a dessert buffet featuring an assortment of fall-inspired sweets including Pumpkin Pie, Cookie Butter Blondies, White Chocolate Panna Cotta with Cranberry Chutney, and Sweet Potato Mousse with Toasted Meringue.
Open Thursday, November 24, 2022 from 11am-5pm, featuring exclusive seating in NoMI's Kitchen dining space with views of Lake Michigan and Water Tower. Seats are available for purchase via Tock at $195 (excluding tax and service charge) per adult, and $50 for kids aged 5-12.
Frontier
Ina Mae Tavern
Ina Mae Tavern (1415 N. Wood St) is offering 15 pound Blackened Turkeys (cooked + cooled), packaged with gravy and reheating instructions, for only $97. Be sure to add a half dozen of Take & Bake Biscuits (served with instructions) as well for $18. All orders must be placed by Friday, November 18th. Pick up will be available on Wednesday, November 23rd between 4-8:00 PM.
Lottie’s Pub
Lottie’s Pub (1925 W. Cortland St) will be open on Thanksgiving Day at 6:00 PM! Reserve your table by emailing lotties@pioneertaverngroup.com
Tanta
With Tanta’s ‘Thanksgiving Pollo To Go,’ all you have to do is place an order, pick it up, and reheat it the next day. Place your order via Tanta’s website. All orders must be placed by Monday, November 21st at 12:00 PM. Pick up will be on Wednesday, November 23rd between 12:00 PM-5:00 PM. Tanta’s Thanksgiving Pollo To Go is priced at $120 and serves up to 4 people. Add on empanadas and/or large format cocktails for extra.
Taureaux Tavern
Offering a potato & stuffing croquette special for $12 during the week of Thanksgiving. Reservations can be made via Tock.
The X Pot
Chicagoans can dine privately with The X Pot Chicago's Spectrum Dining where guests can dine in a fully immersive 5D projection room.
To secure a 5D Spectrum Dining Room reservation, The X Pot requires a minimum spend of 4 adults (or 8 adults on Holiday and Holiday Weekends). If a group would like to lock in the room without any other inclusion of guests – the minimum spend of 8 adults ($1,584 on weekdays, $1,744 on weekends, or 12 adults on holidays and holiday weekends $2,616) is considered as a room buyout and will not be open to shared seating in order to ensure all guests’ experiences are satisfactory and standard of service is upheld.
Book your dining experience on SevenRooms.
François Frankie
Order their Thanksgiving meal kit for your holiday dinner and serve up a Thanksgiving dinner à la Française with entrées + sides for your chers amis et famille like:
Boneless Heritage Turkey Breasts (uncooked) and Cherry Wood Smoked Turkey Legs
Parmesan Sourdough Stuffing
Traditional Turkey and Mushroom Gravy
Cranberry Compote
Fall Salad
Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Rustic Mashed Potatoes
Pumpkin Crumble
Add-ons that will be available for an additional fee include:
Shrimp Cocktail
Cheese Plate
Charcuterie Plate
Baguette and Whipped Butter
Bottles of White and Red Bordeaux Wine
Also included in each meal kit will be detailed cooking + heating instructions. Pickup will be at François Frankie (222 W. Randolph St.).
François Frankie’s Thanksgiving meal kits for 4-6 people can be purchased for $250 at Tock.
The Goddess and Grocer
The Goddess and Grocer Thanksgiving catering meal options include Turkey for Two (serves 2) $75, Family Matters (serves six) $195, All In The Family (serves 12) $395, and a la carte food, wine, cocktail, and decorative offerings. The Goddess and Grocer features natural, range-free and antibiotic-free turkeys. Those wanting to set the dessert table with The Goddess and Grocer’s signature pies can choose from Pecan, Pumpkin, Traditional Apple, Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Tart, and more. The menu also offers options for those in need of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
The Thanksgiving catering menu is available for shipment across the country (some restrictions apply) and can be ordered via 773.292.7100 or visit goddessandgrocer.com/thanksgiving. Orders must be submitted by Wednesday, November 16 at Noon.
Turkey For Two ($75) - Serves 2, turkey breast, herb + sourdough stuffing, turkey pan gravy, cranberry sauce, yukon gold mashed potatoes, ultimate green bean casserole, parker house rolls, two mini pumpkin pies.
Family Matters ($195) - Serves 6, whole 12-14lb turkey, herb + sourdough stuffing, turkey pan gravy, cranberry sauce, yukon gold mashed potatoes, ultimate green bean casserole, parker house rolls, 1 pumpkin pie.
All in the Family ($395) - Serves 12, whole 20-22lb turkey, herb + sourdough stuffing, turkey pan gravy, cranberry sauce, yukon gold mashed potatoes, ultimate green bean casserole, parker house rolls, 1 pumpkin pie, 1 pecan pie.
The Goddess and Grocer also has two Thanksgiving inspired sandwiches this year for continuing the feast after the holiday. They are available at all locations November 25 - November 30.
Thanksgiving Sandwich - roasted turkey breast, herb veggie stuffing, cranberry sauce, arugula, sage aioli on challah bread $11.95
Veggie Thanksgiving Sandwich - veggie sausage patty, herb veggie stuffing, cranberry sauce, arugula, sage aioli on challah bread $10.95
Both sandwiches will be available at the following locations: Fulton Market, River North, Gold Coast, Bucktown.
Sunda
Sunda New Asian is offering their take on turkey day eats for a Friendsgiving / Thanksgiving Dinner At-Home. Serving 4 guests, the Thanksgiving menu ($180) features dishes like Roasted Turkey, Confit Turkey Legs, Shishito Mashed Potatoes, Street Corn Stuffing, Biscuits, Gravy and more. Easy to follow reheating instructions are included with each package. Please note, Sunda New Asian will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
The deadline to order is November 17, 2022. Pick-up is available Tuesday, November 22 & Wednesday, November 23.
Truluck's Rosemont
This year, in addition to their regular menu of seafood entrees, Truluck's Rosemont will offer a traditional three-course Thanksgiving feast of turkey with sides and a selection of desserts (menu attached). In addition, guests can select from two holiday specialty cocktails: the Holiday Nog ($15) and a Turkey Fashioned (their take on an Old Fashioned) made with Wild Turkey bourbon, spiced orange syrup, angostura, and orange bitters ($14.50). Reservations can be made online on Truluck's website or via OpenTable. Truluck's Rosemont is located at 9860 Berwyn Ave.
Cafe Robey
Cafe Robey (first floor of The Robey Hotel) will have Thanksgiving meal kits ($220) that serve 4 people.
Menu:
The Bristol
The Bristol is offering a full 3-course Thanksgiving to-go menu with seasonal dishes featuring Fall flavors ($225, serves 4).
Menu:
Order online via Tock starting October 17th through November 17.
Pickup is available on Wednesday, November 23 from 12-6pm at The Bristol (2152 N. Damen Ave). Items are pre-cooked with heating instructions included.
Formento’s
Formento's will offer the package on Tock beginning October 6th, the cutoff date to order is Friday, November 18th.
Menu:
Pickup for Thanksgiving meals and pies is available on Wednesday, November 23rd, from 12pm to 8pm at Nonna’s
Dusek’s
In collaboration with some of its fellow 16 On Center concepts, Dusek’s is offering a full Thanksgiving menu. In addition to pies and batched cocktails, dishes can be ordered a la carte or as full Thanksgiving meal packages. Packages include the following:
Packages come in a range of sizes to accommodate small and large parties. Packages must be ordered by November 18 at 5pm and can be placed on their website.
Pickup is available on Wednesday, November 24th from 11am-6:00pm and Thursday, November 25th from 9am-12pm at Thalia Hall (1807 S Allport St).
Good Ambler
Order specialty pies by Chef Kevin McCormick to celebrate the holiday.
Orders must be placed on Tock by November 19.
Pickup on November 23 and 24 from 10am-3:30pm at Good Ambler (216 N Peoria St).
Yardbird (Dine-In)
Yardbird Thanksgiving dine in options will be available on Thanksgiving Day during normal operation hours. The menu is a la carte with pricing to be determined by order and location.
Starters include:
Main Course:
Sides:
Dessert:
Yardbird (To Go)
Whole Thanksgiving meals will be available for pre-order from Yardbird! To-Go meals include three sizing options: Small (2-4), Medium (6-8) and Large (10-12). Pick-up will be available on Thanksgiving Day during regular operation hours. Place orders on Yardbirds website To-Go orders placed before Friday, November 4 will receive a complimentary bottle of wine.
Order options include:
The Smith
Priced at $75.00 per person, diners can select a three-course menu. To start, diners can choose from options including Butternut Squash Soup, Kale + Quinoa Salad, Tuna Tartare, Ricotta Gnocchi, Burrata, and more. For the second course, diners can choose from turkey in three different ways such as Turkey Pot Pie, Braised Turkey Drumstick, or a Roasted Turkey Breast. For those who don't like turkey, they can choose from Rigatoni Carbonara, Salmon, or a Red Wine Braised Short Rib. Each table also will receive Apple Brioche Stuffing, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, and Cranberry Orange Jam. A small a la carte menu will also be available.
Farmhouse Evanston
This Thanksgiving Day, Farmhouse offers a buffet including all traditional options and even a few seasonal specials. For $49.00 for adults, and $23.00 for children 10 and under, families can order a buffet style menu for the whole family. Looking for dinner for one? Solo guests can select froom the full menu for only $29.00. Reservations are available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Resy.
Autumn Salad: baby arugula and shaved Napa cabbage, fennel, marinated cranberries, toasted pecans and a roasted garlic apple vinaigrette
Squash & Greens: lacinato kale, baby arugula and shaved brussel sprouts, roasted cauliflower, mighty vine tomatoes and a Brown Dog Farm honey vinaigrette
Charcuterie Boards: local meat & cheese with pickled vegetables
Turkey with mushroom gravy
Ham with a brown sugar maple glaze
Prime Rib of Beef with a horseradish cream
Seared Salmon with a butter braised fennel
Turkey Stuffing: confit turkey leg, brioche, garlic and herb demi
Roasted Carrots and Brussel Sprouts: thyme and honey balsamic glaze, bacon lardons, caramelized
Buttermilk Smashed Potatoes
Bennison's Dinner Rolls
Homemade Macaroni & Cheese
Green Bean Casserole: crispy fried onion and a mushroom cream sauce
Maple Candied Yams: marshmallows and pecans
Chicken Tenders and fries (for the kids)
Desserts: Apple, Pecan and Pumpkin bars
For $29.00 Farmhouse is offering a single Thanksgiving plate to-go out with pickup available on Wednesday, November 24 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The menu consists of Sliced Turkey served with a mushroom gravy, Turkey Confit Stuffing made with confit turkey leg, brioche and a garlic and herb demi, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Carrots. All orders must be placed by Monday, November 22 for pick-up only.
State and Lake Chicago Tavern
In honor of the holiday, the contemporary gastropub is offering a three-course prix-fixe meal with options like butternut squash soup, harvest salad, heirloom roasted turkey, roasted root vegetable in papillote, and pumpkin pie. This special holiday menu is $42 per person. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House Chicago
For the holiday, the restaurant will be offering Slagel Family Farm roasted Turkey with sweet potato purée, garlic mashed potatoes, cranberry orange sauce and dressing ($45). If the table still has room after such a feast, order a round of MJ’s favorite 23 Layer Chocolate Cake. Michael Jordan’s Steak House Chicago will be open 3pm-11pm. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Soul & Smoke
Guests can order from the traditional Thanksgiving offerings, such as the Herb Roasted Turkey Breast, Cajun Smoked Turkey Breast, Traditional Herb Stuffing, Chef Carter’s Signature Mac & Cheese and all the traditional fixings. In addition, Chef is offering guests the opportunity to order less traditional menu items. Guests can choose from barbecue options such as Smoked Pulled Pork, Smoked Beef Brisket or Housemade Pastrami or opt for a game meat alternative of Braised Duck Quarters and pair it with Braised Brussels Sprouts and Candied Yams. Soul & Smoke is offering to-go pickup at all three locations – Evanston, Avondale, and Time Out Market on Wednesday, November 23. Thanksgiving Day pickup is available in Evanston-only with a $500 order minimum. All menu items will be chilled and come with reheating instructions. All pre-orders can be placed on Tock.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
The Pumpkin Old Fashioned is now available in mini donuts. Pickup this November at all 16 locations throughout Chicago.
Hannah's Bretzel
Hannah’s Bretzel has released two new sandwiches for the holiday season, the Thanksgiving 365 and the Christkindl sandwich. The Thanksgiving 365 sandwich is made with Applegate farms antibiotic and growth hormone-free smoked turkey, soft ripened brie, romaine hearts and a housemade cranberry chutney on freshly baked organic whole grain baguette (or wecken). The Christkindl Sandwich is made with German speck, sliced organic apples, feta cheese, arugula, and fig chutney with a drizzle of organic apple balsamella on a house made organic bretzel baguette (or wecken).
BLVD Steakhouse
Priced at $75.00 per person, BLVD Steakhouse will be offering Thanksgiving meals to-go, for pickup on both Wednesday 11/23 and Thursday 11/24. The menu consists of Baby Greens, Brussel Sprouts, PQB Sourdough Stuffing, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Turkey Breast and finished off with a Pumpkin Pie. All customers will have additional wines by the bottle available for purchase that pair with the full menu. Pre-ordering is available on Tock for both days in addition to the full menu and optional wine add-ons.
The Dearborn
Priced between $28 to $35, The Dearborn will be offering two select pies to accompany your Thanksgiving dinners. Order 48 hours in advance any day until 11/26 to guarantee yourself an in-house pie. The two pies to select from are the Crispy Phyllo Apple Pie which is a flaky butter crust, spiced gooey apple filling, and crispy phyllo topping. The other is the Hazelnut Chocolate Cream Pie, a chocolate crust, caramel base, hazelnut studded dark chocolate ganache, milk chocolate whipped cream, candied hazelnuts, and crunchy chocolate pearls.
Bloom Plant Based Kitchen
Priced at $70 per person, Bloom will be offering Thanksgiving to-go only through Tock with pick-up on Wednesday, November 23 from 5-8 p.m. Bloom offers Sweet Corn Arepa, Jackfruit Sofrito and Salsa Verde for starters, along with a Fall Salad featuring brussel sprouts, kale, squash, caramelized mixed seeds, cornbread croutons and sherry tarragon vinaigrette. Bloom’s to-go also includes a Tamal with pumpkin tamal, mole verde, salsah macha and mustard greens, and a Jamaican Walnut Beet Loaf featuring poblano cornbread with maple butter, truffled potatoes, forest mushroom gravy and rosemary cranberry preserve. An Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Maple Pie will be included for dessert.
Lure Fishbar
Lure Fishbar at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago will be offering a three-course Thanksgiving menu, available on Thanksgiving Day. The menu will feature takes on holiday classics such as a Thanksgiving Day Roasted Turkey accompanied by Chestnut-Sage Stuffing, Delicata Squash, Cranberry and Gravy, in addition to sides like Garlic Whipped Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts & Pancetta. Lure Fishbar will also serve an array of specialty dishes including Spinach Stuffed Branzino with Sweet Potatoes, Brown Butter and Lemon and Grilled Filet Mignon with Wilted Swiss Chard and Black Truffle Butter, in addition to a limited menu of Lure classics. Guests can close out the night with desserts such as Toasted Pecan Pie with spiced rum caramel and Pumpkin Pie with cinnamon chantilly cream. Lure Fishbar’s Thanksgiving menu is available for $95/person; kids eat for $42/person.
Prime & Provisions
Chef Joe Rizza’s menu includes a grand buffet featuring a raw bar selection, carved meats station, holiday sides and desserts. The feast will be available on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and priced at $85 per person, $35 per child.
Reservations are now available: https://www.primeandprovisions.com/reserve/.
Diners can also pre-order for them at home celebrations, for pickup on Wednesday, 11/23 (order by 11/20) via Tock.
Bandit
Bandit (841 W Randolph St) is celebrating Friendsgiving this year with an evening themed around the TV Show Friends.
On Wednesday, November 16th from 6pm to 9pm on their second floor they will offer: the Friends-themed menu, Friends games, and prizes all while watching the series’ classic Thanksgiving Day episodes. Friends-themed Friendsgiving Menu features:
Reservations can be made on the Bandit website, (sold via Eventbrite).
Pennyville Station
This downtown Park Ridge restaurant is putting together a Thanksgiving feast for pick-up.
Pre orders are now available, to be placed by Tuesday, November 22nd. Patrons can schedule pick-up of their feast between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 24th).
Orders can be placed per person ($34.99 per full meal), or items can be ordered a la carte in half trays (serves 8) or full trays (serves 16). Mains and sides include:
Siena Tavern + Bar Siena Old Orchard
Siena Tavern and Bar Siena Old Orchard are celebrating Thanksgiving this year by offering Thanksgiving dinners to-go.
For Thanksgiving this year, Siena Tavern (Chicago) and Bar Siena's (Old Orchard) to-go menu will feature some of Chef Fabio's favorite dishes and are available for pick-up on Wednesday, November 23rd. Each package serves two people ($130) and features mains and sides including:
Siena Tavern Thanksgiving to-go orders can be placed via Tock.
Truth Be Told
For Thanksgiving dinner this year, Truth Be Told, a new British-inspired tavern located in the Study Hotel along East 60th Street, on the South Campus of University of Chicago, will be offering a special to-go heat and serve meal. Truth Be Told's (1227 E 60th St, Chicago) Thanksgiving to-go menu is $140 for two people, $255 for four people, and $360 for six people. The menu will include:
MENU
Add On’s
Pies / Sweets - $35 ea
Cookies / Desserts - $18
Cocktail - $28
Order can be placed until Monday, November 21st online via Tock.
Order pick up will take place on Wednesday, November 23rd from 12pm – 8pm and on Thursday, November 24th from 7am-2pm.
Robert's Pizza & Dough Co.
Esquire by Cooper’s Hawk
Esquire (58 E Oak Street), a concept from Cooper’s Hawk that features rotating Visiting Chefs menusfrom culinary artists along with wines from around the world, will be open for Thanksgiving dinner. The Thanksgiving Menu includes:
Esquire's Thanksgiving Pricing is $49.99 per adult and $16.99 per child (12 and under). Diners can also order items from the restaurant’s full menu, including the current Visiting Chefs Menu by Tyler Florence.
Chicagoland Cooper's Hawk
All local Cooper's Hawk restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving Dinner from 11AM until 9PM – they will be offering a Prix Fixe menu alongside their regular menu items. The restaurant group is also offering meal kits. Pricing for Cooper's Hawk Thanksgiving is $33.99 per adult and $14.99 per child (12 and under).
In-restaurant dining:
FIRST COURSE
MAIN COURSE
DESSERT
Wine & Sangria
NOTE: Wine Club members can bring their Member wines from home for in-restaurant service; retail price by the bottle for Members is $21.99.
Thanksgiving Dinner Package Heat and Serve Meal Serves 6 for $199.99
Pre-orders required as quantities are limited. Meal kits can be picked up on Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23.
Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park
Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park will offer Thanksgiving Feasts To-Go this year. Each feast serves up to ten people and is priced at $230 per package. All orders are pre-paid. Those interested in ordering can do so on Tock.
Thanksgiving Feast To-Go Menu:
· Apple Cider Brined Free Range Turkey (20 -22 lbs.)
· Sage and Apricot Stuffing
· Whipped Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
· Pan Dripping Gravy
· Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Candied Pecans, Toasted Marshmallow
· Creamy 3 Cheese Mac & Cheese, Crispy Breadcrumbs
· Spiced Cranberry Sauce
· Charred Brussels Sprouts, Preserved Lemon, Garlic Chips, Toasted Pine Nuts
· Green Bean Casserole, Creamed Mushroom Ragout, Crispy Onions
· Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
· Each Thanksgiving Feast also includes either a Traditional Apple, Pumpkin or Pecan Pie
Sugargoat
Sugargoat is offering pies, and a variety of other sweets, for the holiday. The pies ($33, 9 inch) are available for pre-order (with pick-up Thanksgiving week) now on their website.:
There are also several autumn specials on the menu, A few options from Chef Stephanie Izard’s lineup includes:
Duck Duck Goat
Thanksgiving Duck Dinner is $200, serves 4 people and includes all the fixings for a unique holiday. Order via Tock.The package includes:
Gaijin
Gaijin's Thanksgiving specials will be available Thursday, November 17th - Wednesday, November 23rd. Gaijin will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Turkey Chashu Okonomiyaki
Cran Shin-Chan
Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant
Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant, located at 3471 N. Elston Ave, is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner buffet on November 24, 2022 from 12:00 - 5:30 p.m.
The buffet will include a variety of Soup, Salads, Seafood Appetizers, Fruit, Crudité Platters, Carvery & Entrée Selections, a wide selection of side dishes, and desserts. The available soups will be a Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Chief O’Neill’s Famous Cheese and Guinness Soup, and Maine Lobster Bisque. The seafood appetizers will include Ceviche, Cured Salmon, Shrimp, and Fried Oysters. For an entrée, guests will have the choice of a Smoked Maple Glazed Ham served with Pineapple Rum Raisin Sauce, a Roast Turkey Breast served with Turkey Au Jus Gravy, or a Stuffed Roast Pork Tenderloin served with Orange Cranberry Sauce.
Reservations can be made online on Chief O’Neill’s Website. The buffet will be priced at Adults (aged 12+): $85 per person, Children under 12: $45 per person. Drinks are not included.
A $20 reservation deposit will be taken at the time of reservation and applied to your check on Thanksgiving Day.
Cody's Public House
Always dog-friendly inside and out, Cody’s Public House in West Lakeview will be open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Football fans can catch all the NFL action with sound on eight 65-inch TVs around the bar for a total of 10 throughout the space.
Cody’s is equipped with several grills in the beer garden and allows guests to grill up all their game day favorites. For the holiday, Cody’s will offer free turkey burgers and brats for guests to grill along with the buns and all the accompaniments, available first come first serve. Cody’s beer garden features TVs, darts and bean bags, and indoors, there is a pool table as well as a Game Room with darts, Big Buck Hunter, Golden Tee and a fireplace.
Easy Bar
Easy Bar in Wicker Park will open late at 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving for Chicagoans who want a nightcap after the feast. Specials will include $5 Fernet Branca shots, $6 Tito's cocktails, and $9 beer and shot combos.
Oda Mediterranean Cuisine
Oda Mediterranean Cuisine in Andersonville will be open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Guests can order Oda’s full menu of Turkish-Georgian fare from Owner and Chef Marina Cardak as well as handcrafted and seasonal cocktails. The menu features mezes like Spicy Hummus with ezme, Babaganoush and a cucumber yogurt Cacik Dip, and retro classics like Beef Stroganoff and Shkmeruli (cornish hen). Guests can expect seasonal specials as well like the Mantar Güveç, a cheesy mushroom casserole which is a traditional Turkish dish prepared in an earthen clay pot called Güveç.
Sweet Mandy B's
For Chicagoans hosting holiday events this November, Sweet Mandy B’s in Lincoln Park and Streeterville will be open for limited hours on Thanksgiving Day to offer festive holiday treats available for pre-order from Sunday, November 20 through Thursday, November 24 at both locations.
Sweet Mandy B’s will also feature a special menu of Thanksgiving items like 9-inch pies that serve 6 to 8 people. Flavors include Apple Streusel with fresh apple pie filling, Pumpkin topped with whipped cream, Chocolate Cream with an Oreo crust and chocolate pudding filling, Banana Cream with sliced bananas, Key Lime in a graham crack crust, Pecan, and Apple Cherry Streusel. Other festive items will include Pumpkin, Turkey or ice Cut-out Cookies (Lincoln Park only) and Thanksgiving cakes including a Pumpkin Patch or Turkey Cake available in 6-inch, 9-inch, or 12-inch. Pumpkin and Vanilla Cheesecakes will also be available at the Streeterville location. Call to pre-order, Lincoln Park: (773) 244.1174 and Streeterville: (312) 255.1632.
Guests can also choose from seasonal items throughout the month of November like Pumpkin Cupcakes, individual Pumpkin Cheesecakes, Pumpkin Whoopie Pie, Pumpkin Bread, Pumpkin Pie, and more.
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will be open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day broadcasting the Minnesota Vikings vs New England Patriots game at 7:20 p.m. Drink specials will include $5 SKOL Bombs, $5 Jameson Orange, $6 Surly Furious IPA drafts, $6 Goose Island Hazy Beer Hug and $20 Miller Light and Coors Lite Buckets. Graystone will give every guest in attendance a raffle ticket for a chance to win an end-of-the-season Tailgate Prize Pack. The prize includes a gas grill, big screen TV, bags set, cooler and more.
Broadcasting the games with sound on 9 TVs throughout the bar, Graystone Tavern offers a winterized beer garden with TVs.
Graystone also offers a full menu of pub food like wings, blackened chicken tacos, hummus, a honey butter chicken sandwich, a smash burger and more. Tables are limited. For reservations, email events@graystonetavern.com
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap in North Center will be open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. They will broadcast all the Thanksgiving Day NFL game action in the weatherproofed outdoor beer garden that accommodates up to 68 guests and is outfitted with a full bar, six TVs and a sound system. The Rambler’s menu of pub fare will be available as well as some Thanksgiving specials.
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar in Andersonville is offering custom Charcuterie Boards until Wednesday, November 23. The customizable boards will feature a variety of cheeses, charcuterie and accoutrements. Orders can be placed via TOCK and will be available for pick up until 9 p.m. on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. The boards will come in a range of sizes including small (serves up to 10 guests; $50), medium (serves 10-15 guests; $85), large (15-20 guests; $100), and deluxe (serves 20+ guests; $135).
City Cruises Chicago
City Cruises Chicago is offering several themed cruises. City Cruises Chicago presents a Thanksgiving Day Premier Plus Lunch Cruise & more.
Thanksgiving Day Signature Lunch Cruise (11/24): A holiday lunch buffet and hand-crafted cocktails. Other features include DJ entertainment, views of the Adler Planetarium and Willis Tower, climate controlled interior decks and more. Guests will Board at 2:00pm and Cruise from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Thanksgiving Day Premier Lunch Cruise (11/24): This event will feature a 2-course prix fixe holiday menu, full cash service bar, festive decor, views of the Chicago skyline and curated music from a DJ. Diners will Board beginning at 2:00pm and Cruise from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Thanksgiving Day Premier Plus Lunch Cruise (11/24): This glass-enclosed cruise will feature a 3-course prix fixe lunch, views of Chicago architecture, full cash service bar. Lunch-goers will Board at 2:00pm and Cruise from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge, located in the Rose Hotel Chicago O’Hare, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel (5200 Pearl St.), will be open all day on Thanksgiving from 6 am-11 pm offering their regular menus as well as a Turkey Burger Special. This juicy, mushroom & turkey blended patty is topped with sage stuffing, cranberry sauce, fried onions, and garlic aioli on a potato bun, served alongside fries. Thorn is also offering patrons the opportunity to host an upcoming Friendsgiving in their private dining room which includes a special three-course meal with stylish holiday decor and a champagne toast for a fixed price of $60.
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
On Thanksgiving, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m., diners will have a selection from a three-course meal, featuring classic Thanksgiving dishes such as butternut squash soup, apple and blue cheese salad, lobster bisque, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and traditional Thanksgiving turkey. Dessert selections include pumpkin and apple pie, plus à la carte additions and family-style sides can be added on. Kids will be treated to a classic meal of chicken tenders and french fries. The menu is also available for pickup between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving, orders must be placed by Saturday, November 19th at 12 p.m. Tickets are $65 and reservations can made online or by calling 312-786-1401.
Lirica
Lirica, the Latin and Iberian-inspired eatery overlooking Lake Michigan on Chicago's Navy Pier, will offer a special three-course menu on Thursday, November 24. Available from 5 pm - 8 pm, the menu will include holiday-inspired dishes including Tortilla Espanola to start and a fresh Pumpkin Empanada for dessert. Reservations are available via OpenTable. A limited version of the restaurant's regular chef-curated menu will be available that day.
Pacino's
For a taste of Italian flavors mixed into a holiday dining experience, Pacino's in the South Loop will be offering a special Thanksgiving Meal on November 24 for just $55 per person to include slow-roasted, hormone-free organic turkey, served alongside a house-made stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce. Each plate will be accompanied by a fresh salad, creamy mashed potatoes, green beans, and a Penne Arrabiatta. The restaurant's regular menu of Italian classics will also be available.
Oaken Bistro + Bar
Oaken Bistro + Bar will be open on Thursday, November 24 for Thanksgiving diners on the North Shore. Breakfast service will be available from 6:30 am - 3 pm, lunch will be available from 11 am - 3 pm and dinner will be served from 3 pm - 10 pm. Diners will have the chance to order fare including the Red Wine Braised Short Rib or the PEI Mussels, served alongside a variety of specialty cocktails, wines, and local beer offerings.
Segnatore
The Humboldt Park neighborhood Italian restaurant lead by Chef Matt Troost is offering single serving take and bake meal kits available for pickup on Wednesday, November 23, between 5-10PM. Preorders are currently available on Segnatore’s webstore through November 20. Segnatore will not be open on Thanksgiving day.
The Segnatore Thanksgiving dinner meal kit includes:
Porchetta style roast turkey, deboned
Sausage stuffing
Sautéd green beans
Smashed roasted herb sweet potatoes
Cranberry sauce
Rigatoni “Al Forno”
Goat cheese rolls
Relish tray (pickles and olives)
Traditional gravy
Possible add-on wine bottle pairings include bubbles, red, white, rosé or orange.
Scott Harris Hospitality
Scott Harris Hospitality is offering to go meals for the upcoming holiday. Order your meals at any of the below locations by 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 22 and your meal will be ready for pick up on Thanksgiving day.
Thanksgiving Dinner includes:
Roasted Turkey Breast & Turkey Leg
Mashed Potatoes
Green Bean Casserole
Meat Stuffing
Cranberry Relish
Gravy
Add a pie to your meal:
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