Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Boston

1. Boston Harbor Hotel—Boston Waterfront

If you envisioned having a luxe Thanksgiving dinner by the harbor, try the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf. They have brunch and dinner seatings, with reservations available online. 

 
Enjoy Thanksgiving 2024 at Boston restaurants like Davio's in the city and the suburbs. Photo courtesy of Davio's

2. Davio's—Boston & Suburbs

An Italian steakhouse might not be your first thought for where to spend Thanksgiving, but Davio’s will be adding turkey with all the trimmings to its menu in honor of the holiday. The restaurant will be open from 11am-8pm; adults are $85 per person and children age 12 and under are $35 per person. Craving something a little sweet to end the meal? Dessert options are $15. If you're a little sad you'll be missing out on leftovers by dining out, Davio's has you covered. For an additional $19, you can bring home their Tomorrow's Turkey Sandwich to snack on the day after Thanksgiving! Reservations can be made online or by calling each location. Back Bay: 617-357-4810.

3. LUCIE drink + dine—Back Bay

LUCIE drink + dine is open for Thanksgiving and ready to cover your holiday dining needs from 12pm-8pm (as well as breakfast from 7am to 10:30am). The menu is a la carte, with options such as Roast Turkey Breast and Turkey Leg Roulade with roasted butternut squash, wild mushroom brioche stuffing, haricot vests, whipped potatoes, cranberry chutney and gravy. The restaurant's desserts include Warm Apple Crisp with ice cream. Reservations can be made online or by calling 617-425-3400. They will also be offering take-away options. 

 
The dining room at Boston's Scampo awaits your family for Thanksgiving 2024. Photo courtesy of Scampo

4. Scampo—West End

Lydia Shire's eatery at the Liberty Hotel on Charles Street is offering a 4-course prix fixe for $120 for adults and $50 for children age 12 and under. The menu combines Italian fare with roasted turkey with all the trimmings. Reserve online or call 617-536-2100.

5. Joe's Waterfront—Boston Waterfront

Joe's Thanksgiving menu (available a lac arte or prix fixe for $65 per person) includes a choice of turkey with all the trimmings or prime rib. Open from 11am to 8pm on Thanksgiving Day, as well as 11am to 10pm on Black Friday, Joe's Waterfront also has a fun Fall drink menu for mom and dad.

6. Four Seasons—Boston

If you feel like splurging, the Four Seasons Hotel is the place to do it. This year the Beacon Ballroom is preparing a Thanksgiving buffet from 11am - 5pm. Adults are $249 and children $80. If you prefer an a la carte menu where you can select specials such as a roast turkey breast or a prime rib for your Thanksgiving feast, then head to the Trifecta main dining room, which is open from 5pm-10pm. Reservations are essential and can be made here or by calling 617 936 4876.

7. TAMO at the Seaport Hotel—Seaport

This year TAMO is offering a four-course Thanksgiving meal to-go. Of course, if you prefer to dine in, they will have their standard a la carte menu, plus Thanksgiving specials which include an apple, cranberry and pecan stuffed turkey breast, from 3pm - 10:30pm. Reserve online or call 617-385-4304.

8. Capo Restaurant & Supper Club—South Boston

Capo is serving a three-course Thanksgiving dinner for $75 per person (wine pairing included for an additional $45) with fun twists on holiday favorites, like wood-fired turkey and turkey confit gnocchi. Capo will even include a take-home plate so you can enjoy leftovers. Additionally, this Southie restaurant and supper club offers a variety of Thanksgiving pies, cheesecakes, and other treats for purchase before the holiday.

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Near Boston

 
Book your Boston Thanksgiving reservation early to guarantee a table for your family. Photo courtesy of Harvest

9. Harvest—Cambridge

Open from 11am to 8pm on Thanksgiving, the prix fixe menu at Harvest has whimsical touches like spicy lobster gnocchi to pair with a traditional (though organic, pasture-raised) turkey dinner. Other culinary delights include venison loin, mushroom marsala, and seared scallops. $90 per person.

10. Bambara Kitchen & Bar—Cambridge

The Bambara Kitchen & Bar at the Kimpton Marlowe Hotel is serving a three-course holiday meal from 3pm - 8pm for $70 per person. Reserve online or call 617-868-4444.

11. Henrietta's Table—Cambridge

The Harvard Square institution that is Henrietta's Table combines elegance and coziness for a completely unique dining experience. Join them on Thanksgiving for an unlimeted buffet. Henrietta's Table will be serving holiday classics, as well as new specialties, like fresh pumpkin ravioli. Seating is available from noon-6pm. $125 per adult and $55 per child. Reservations can be made online or by calling 617-661-5005.

12. Mooo....—Burlington, Seaport & Beacon Hill

Mooo... steakhouse is offering an a la carte Thanksgiving menu from 12:00pm-5:00pm in Burlington. Reserve online or call 781-270-0100. They will also be open in Beacon Hill from 11:00am - 5:00pm and Seaport from 1:00pm-5:30pm.

13. Town Meeting Bistro—Lexington

The Thanksgiving buffet features twists on traditional favorites like roast turkey and Yankee pot roast. Food will be served noon-6pm for $130 per adult and $65 for children age 4 through 12. Kids 3 and under eat free. Call 781-301-6655 or go online to reserve.  

Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving Takeout Near Boston

 
Restaurants can provide a takeout feast for Thanksgiving. Photo courtesy of Summer Shack in Cambridge

14. Summer Shack—Boston & Cambridge

This might not be the first place that comes to mind, but you can get your turkey southern deep fried or oven roasted with all the accompaniments. Enjoy savory cornbread stuffing and glorious pies a la carte. Pick-up the day before Thanksgiving, November 22, from 12-6pm. Order online or call 617-867-9955 (Boston) and 617-520-9500 (Cambridge).

15. Petit Robert Bistro—South End

Long one of Boston's favorite restaurants, Petit Robert Bistro is open for full service and takeout. Order a full roast turkey, sides, or even just an individual meal. The bistro also has a selection of delicious pies, like pumpkin and pecan. And you can pick up on Thanksgiving Day!

16. Smoke Shop—Boston, Somerville & Cambridge

Celebrate the consummate New England holiday with a little Southern flair! Order a whole smoked turkey for $130, or pay by the pound. Other entrees include smoked brisket and pork-loin ham. Choose from traditional barbecue sides like corn bread and mashed sweet potato. The Smoke Shop also has kiddie boxes for the more discriminating diners at your table. All takeout is cold and available for pickup on November 26 and 27.

17. Cracker Barrel—Various Locations

Yep, you can get down-home, tasty country grub for Thanksgiving. Cracker Barrel's Heat n Serve Feast in groups of 4-6 or 8-10, complete with turkey, cranberry sauce, gravy, rolls, sweet potato casserole and more. Extra sides and whole pies are available too. $125.00 and up. Pre-order today.

Originally posted in 2016

Updated October 2022, October 2023, November 2024

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