Best New York restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2018

Whether it's a traditional spread or a roasted turkey pizza you're after, NYC has got it covered 
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Lisa Brown20 November 2018

Want to find a New York restaurant that's open on Thanksgiving?

As many of us scramble to prepare for what seems like endless courses of vegetables and starch galore, others are looking to swap home cooking for a decadent meal out. If the latter is the case then New York City has got you covered.

Whether the search is for restaurants in New York for a heathy Thanksgiving dinner, somewhere good for a vegan Thanksgiving dinner out, a traditional Thanksgiving spread or something a little alternative (Thanksgiving pizza anyone?) here's our round-up of the best restaurants open in New York this Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving pizza at Industry Kitchen

Industry Kitchen's Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza.
Industry Kitchen

Whoever said you can’t have pizza on Thanksgiving? You can break tradition and still have your turkey with Industry Kitchen’s “Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza.” The crispy flatbread pie includes holiday favorites like pulled roasted turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, along with mozzarella, shaved pecorino, and walnuts. In between bites, you can enjoy the waterfront views of the South Street Seaport

Thanksgiving dinner with an Italian twist at Bellini at Mr. C Seaport

Bellini at Mr. C Seaport dining room
Bellini at Mr. C Seaport

Mr. C is the first boutique NYC location for hospitality giants Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani, but you don’t have to be a guest to dine at their rustic Italian restaurant Bellini. Diners can order from the three-course Thanksgiving menu that’s topped off with “Torta della Nonna” with cinnamon ice cream for dessert. Tortelli with pumpkin and almond is also available as their Fall pasta special.

Michelin-starred Thanksgiving dinner at Daniel

Three course Thanksgiving dinner at Daniel
Evan Sung

Between the Michelin star rating and Upper East Side location, Daniel Boulud's French flagship is as sophisticated as they come. The three-course menu begins with a serving of golden ossetra caviar, and also features kuri squash velouté, vodka and beet-cured hamachi, and pine nut crusted sea scallops. Dessert is also a must, though it might be hard to decide between the pecan and citrouille pie.

Traditional Thanksgiving dinner at The Breslin

The bar at The Breslin.
The Breslin

April Bloomfield’s vintage-inspired gastropub is known for its hearty steak meals and famous lamb burgers, but The Breslin is embracing traditional staples with a four-course prix fixe menu. Choose between the turkey leg and confit with sausage stuffing or curry braised monkfish stew made with savoy cabbage for the main course. Wine pairings are also available for menu items.

Wine pairing Thanksgiving dinner at Manhatta

Dinner at Manhatta
Peter Garritano

Danny Meyer’s latest restaurant will celebrate its first Thanksgiving with a three-course holiday menu and wine pairing. Menu items include a sunchoke and chestnut soup with black truffles, and turkey roulade with gravy, whipped potatoes, and braised greens. Make sure to save room for a slice of one of their pies as you take in the high-rise city views.

Decadent Thanksgiving dinner at Eleven Madison Park

Eleven Madison Park dining room
Jake Chessum

Eleven Madison Park is going all out this year with Chef Daniel’s four-course family-style spread, which starts off with chicken veouté with black truffles. The rest of the meal offers options of foie gras, roasted turkey, poached halibut, and plenty of side dishes. Finish off the meal with an apple, sweet potato, or pecan tart topped with ice cream.

Thanksgiving brunch at Bluebird London NYC

Whole roasted & spiced farm chicken from Bluebird London (Bluebired London)
Ber Murphy

Looking to attend the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade? Located in The Shops at Columbus Circle, Bluebird London NYC offers birds-eye views of the parade without the hassle of crowded streets. Enjoy the brunch buffet that includes freshly baked pastries, waffles with toppings, and bubbly cocktails, or come later for the dinner buffet featuring a raw bar, carving station, and helpings of holiday sides like mashed potatoes and roasted root vegetables.

Chef's special Thanksgiving at Oceana

Thanksgiving dinner from Oceana
Oceana

Naturally, this Midtown seafood haven will offer a raw bar but Chef Bill Telepan is also cooking up an extensive holiday menu. Selections include tuna tartare, shrimp bisque, beer braised short ribs, roasted organic turkey, and pumpkin cheesecake. Seasonal sides such as honey nut and spaghetti squash are available as well.

French-style Thanksgiving at Benoit

Thanksgiving dinner form Benoit
Beniot

Alain Ducasse’s upscale Midtown bistro is offering an all-day three-course special “à la Française.” Get your Thanksgiving fill with Vermont Farm turkey stuffed with foie gras and chestnut, or opt for a seafood dish of Maine lobster salad with celery root remoulade and truffle.

Pumpkin pie will also be served with a French twist, along with mango and pineapple cheesecake for those yearning for tropical weather.

Ultimate Thanksgiving luxury at The Palm Court at the Plaza Hotel

The Palm Court interior
The Palm Court

Can you get anymore quintessential New York than dinner at the Plaza? For over 100 years, The Palm Court has served as an elegant spot for breakfast and tea and has become even more beautiful following renovations in 2013. This holiday you can feast on their grand buffet of cider-glazed turkey breasts with rosemary pan gravy, blood orange-glazed baby carrots, and white chocolate cheesecake trifle, among other treats.

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