New York knows how to do Thanksgiving. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is our biggest claim to fame, but close behind come the amazing Thanksgiving dinners served in our hotels and restaurants. Whether you're looking for a traditional bird with all the fixin's, or something a little more haute, either dining in or getting to go, we've got a curated list of the best prix fixe dinners and more for Thanksgiving 2024 in New York City.
Bond 45
Bond 45 is a Theater District favorite serving up Italian classics. The restaurant is best known for its vegetable antipasto bar, which offers a rotating selection of market vegetables. This Thanksgiving, they're offering a Traditional Feast with All the Trimmings, starting off with a champagne toast and fried artichokes alla Giudia. That's followed by a choice of appetizer (butternut squash soup, pear and arugula salad, or pumpkin gnocchi) and a main course of herb-roasted turkey with caramelized mushroom & sage stuffing, maple sweet potato puree, roasted Brussels sprouts, and giblet gravy. Dessert presents the dilemma: pumpkin or pecan pie. 221 W. 46th St., 212-869-4545, bond45ny.com
Brooklyn Diner
A classic New York experience awaits at Brooklyn Diner, with two central locations inspired by “the old neighborhood.” Both will be serving a traditional feast with all the trimmings at moderate prices. The 57th Street location features free-range herb-roasted turkey, with brioche stuffing, noodle kugel, Brussels sprouts, cranberry chutney, and giblet gravy ($48). Traditional pecan pie is served for dessert. At the 43rd Street location of the Brooklyn Diner, $49 covers the turkey and trimmings, plus apple or pumpkin pie for dessert. 12 W. 57th St, 212-977-1957; 155 W. 43rd St., 212-265-5400, brooklyndiner.com
Cafe Fiorello
Cafe Fiorello is an Upper West Side icon, across from Lincoln Center. They'll be celebrating Thanksgiving with a multi-course feast for $85 (excluding tax and tip), beginning at 1pm. Look for a Prosecco holiday toast and petit lasagna to start off. Among appetizer choices, they'll have seafood risotto, butternut squash soup, pear salad, potato gnocchi, and a little gem Caesar. A free-range herb-roasted turkey with sausage, mushroom & sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, and giblet gravy serves as the main entree. Dessert choices are dark chocolate mousse, cranberry pecan pie, or traditional pumpkin pie. 1900 Broadway, 212-595-5330, cafefiorello.com
Central Park Boathouse
Refreshed and reimagined, the Boathouse is a testament to Central Park’s rich history, nestled into a scenic corner of the park right along The Lake. Thanksgiving is a $95 three-course meal that begins with appetizers like stuffed mushrooms, butternut squash soup, a New York cheese plate, and salad. Entree options include roast turkey with fixin's, salmon with leeks and mustard sauce, ricotta ravioli, or prime rib. Dessert possibilities include pumpkin cheesecake, a pecan tart with eggnog panna cotta, and a warm apple crisp. For $30 there is a kids' menu option. The Lake, Central Park (E. 72nd St. & Park Dr. N.), 718-973-9339, centralparkboathouse.com
David Burke Tavern
David Burke Tavern is a modern American restaurant by award-winning celebrity chef David Burke. Occupying the first two stories of a stately townhouse on New York City’s Upper East Side, the restaurant showcases Burke’s creative and contemporary approach to classic fare—often with show-stopping presentations. For Thanksgiving, Burke will be offering a special Thanksgiving prix fixe menu from noon to 8:30pm (three course $105; a two course kid's menu is $45). The first course includes a choice of appetizer, with options like an autumn harvest salad, tuna crudo, pastrami salmon, French onion soup, and lobster dumplings. The second course is highlighted by pasture-raised turkey with sausage cornbread dressing, citrus cranberry sauce, an autumn hash, and bourbon giblet gravy. (Other entree options fire-roasted salmon or filet mignon, scallops with roasted hazelnuts, and pork chop, clam casino style.) Pie options and a cake pop tree are among the desserts. 135 E. 62nd St., 212-988-9021, davidburketavern.com
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse features floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Sixth Avenue and nearby Rockefeller Center. This Thanksgiving, indulge in a chef's special of a 38 oz. bone-In New York Strip King Cut. The special side is sweet potato casserole, topped with marshmallow and pecan crumble. These specials run through New Year's Eve. (The regular dinner menu will also be available.) 1221 Ave. of the Americas (entrance on 49th St.), 212-575-5129, delfriscos.com
Hard Rock Cafe
Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square. On Thanksgiving you can order off the regular menu or take advantage of seasonal specials like turkey dinner, pumpkin pie, and cranberry mojitos. 1501 Broadway, 212-343-3355, cafe.hardrock.com/new-york
Havana Central Times Square
Havana Central serves home-cooked Cuban food in a lively setting in the heart of Times Square. They'll be celebrating starting Wednesday with a Friendsgiving special. The full Thanksgiving menu is available, along with the traditional Cuban menu, and both will be available on Thanksgiving proper as well. The prix fixe meal is $69 and starts with a welcome drink (cranberry mojito or cranberry sangria), followed by a choice of appetizer (empanadas, wings, avocado salad, or squash soup) and choice of Thanksgiving platter (Cuban roasted turkey, roast pork, or braised beef) complete with chorizo stuffing, candied yams, and cranberry salsita. Sides are garlic kale or broccoli, Havana street corn, or rice and beans. Pumpkin flan is dessert. 151 W. 46th St., 212-398-7440, havanacentral.com
Morton's The Steakhouse
Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine, and elegant desserts, Morton's The Steakhouse is an ideal place for a memorable dinner. Thanksgiving here is a four-course feast, for $69. Butternut squash bisque is course one, followed by a salad, and then a main event of roasted turkey roulade, with sage & cranberry stuffing, sour cream mashed potatoes, Morton's green bean casserole, fresh cranberry sauce, turkey gravy, and sweet potato casserole for two. Pumpkin spiced cheesecake with whipped cream and salted caramel tops things off. Lower Manhattan, 136 Washington St., 212-608-0171; Midtown East, 551 Fifth Ave., 212-972-3315, mortons.com
The Palm
A dining tradition handed down for generations, The Palm remains a quintessential steakhouse experience. For Thanksgiving they'll be serving a decadent three-course dinner with both traditional holiday dishes and Palm classics (the full dinner menu will be available as well). For $59, the prix fixe begins with starters like soup of the day, The Palm Caesar, and lobster bisque; followed by roast turkey with cornbread stuffing, whipped sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh cranberry sauce, and gravy. Pecan pie and Junior's New York Style Cheesecake are the dessert options. 250 W. 50th St., 212-333-7256, thepalm.com
Park Ave Kitchen by David Burke
David Burke is one of the best known and most respected chefs in Modern American cuisine with his signature whimsical, boundlessly creative approach. Park Ave Kitchen by David Burke will be celebrating Thanksgiving with a special $89 prix fixe dinner. Salads, crab chowder, and butternut bisque are the starters, with slow-roasted turkey headlining the mains (other entree options include braised short rib, rigatoni Bolognese, filet mignon, and a ginger-black pepper salmon). Chef David Burke's Dixie Lee Bakery is behind the desserts, which include pumpkin pie, apple pie a la mode, and tiny dancer triple chocolate mousse cake. 514 Lexington Ave., 646-847-4166, parkavekitchenbydb.com
Paris Bar
The newest member of the Fireman family is the bistro Paris Bar, inside the Le Meridien Hotel. They are serving Thanksgiving a la carte, or as part of a $68 prix fixe. Kobucha squash soup with Bosc pear leads things off. Entrees offer two choices, Thanksgiving turkey with roasted breast, braised dark meat, creamy mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, turkey gravy, and a crescent roll, or a roasted duck option with seared duck breast, duck confit, tartiflette (cheese and potato casserole), haricot vert almondine, tart cherry sauce, and a duck fat biscuit. Dessert options are a French take on pecan pie and tarte a la citrouille, with roasted pumpkin and vanilla whipped cream. 120 W. 57th St.
212-581-8900, parisbarnyc.com
Pink Taco
Pink Taco serves up rock ‘n’ roll vibe-dining in the heart of Times Square. Mexican-inspired fare is daringly imaginative, specializing in tacos with attitude, perfectly shaken margaritas, and signature cocktails. For Thanksgiving this year, Pink Taco will be layout out moderately priced turkey dinners ($40 for adults and $20 for children). Roast turkeys with mole gravy have chipotle garlic mashed potatoes and green beans + cranberry sauce for sides. For an additional $12, there's pumpkin pie for dessert. 7 Times Sq., 212-315-8226, pinktaco.com
Redeye Grill
In the heart of Midtown West, the Redeye Grill hosts a classic American brasserie scene, with polished nickel and leather, warm tones, and original Red Grooms artwork. This year they will be offering a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings for $89 (excluding tax & gratuity). The meal begins with a champagne holiday toast. Choose from an appetizer (shrimp scampi, butternut squash soup, or harvest salad) followed by an entree of free-range herb-roasted turkey with caramelized mushroom & sage stuffing, maple sweet potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, cranberry chutney, and giblet gravy. For dessert, take your pick from traditional pumpkin pie with fresh whipped cream, New York cheesecake topped with strawberries, and warm apple pie a la mode.) A full a la carte menu is also available. 890 Seventh Ave., 212-541-9000, redeyegrill.com
Trattoria Dell'Arte
With interiors inspired by a Tuscan artist’s studio, Trattoria Dell’Arte brings clever design to a vibrant spot. This Thanksgiving, in addition to their full a la carte menu, they'll be serving a turkey dinner feast ($79). For aperitivo, you'll be served fried artichoke alla Giudia and a champagne holiday toast. Appetizers include tordelli zucca & ricotta (a stuffed pasta), Brussels sprout salad, and butternut squash soup. Roasted turkey is the main event, followed by a dessert choice of dark chocolate mousse, cranberry pecan pie, or traditional pumpkin pie. 900 Seventh Ave., 212-245-9800, trattoriadellarte.com
Thanksgiving on the Water
For an unforgettable Thanksgiving experience, join City Cruises for East River and Hudson experiences. Spirit of New York offers a buffet dinner on Thursday afternoon, complete with a fully stocked cash bar, live DJ entertainment, games, and dancing into the night. Or opt for an elegant, plated Thanksgiving experience. The New York Bateaux Thanksgiving Day Premier Dinner Cruise and the New York Bateaux Thanksgiving Day Premier Lunch Cruise provide stunning skyline views aboard the European-style, glass-enclosed Bateaux. Departures from Chelsea Piers. Chelsea Piers, Pier 61, near W. 23rd St. on the Hudson, citycruises.com/newyork
A Jazz Thanksgiving
Dizzy's Club offers live performances with a warm ambiance, a tasty seasonal menu, and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Celebrate Thanksgiving at Dizzy's with a full menu of sumptuous holiday fare and the sounds of Herlin Riley, the celebrated New Orleans drummer. Known for his melodic finesse and dynamic rhythms, Riley has played alongside jazz legends like Ahmad Jamal and Wynton Marsalis. Experience his masterful drumming along with sax, piano, and bass. Event price includes a three-course menu, gratuity, and admission; doors open at 5:30pm, music starts at 7pm. 10 Columbus Cir., 212-258-9800, jazz.org/dizzys