Where to eat Thanksgiving Dinner in Boston

With a new chef at the helm, Joel Eugene, Artisan Bistro in the Ritz Carlton downtown Boston, is set to offer a four course prix fixe menu for Thanksgiving that will include a first and second course of soup and salad, followed by a choice of entree – turkey with the trimmings, a fresh seafood meal and a vegetarian option. Finally, choose from a selection of house-made Thanksgiving desserts, such as seasonal pies and pastries. A children’s menu will be available.

1 – 8pm

The Boylston street fixture will be open on Thanksgiving, serving a prix fixe consisting of three courses, starting with a soup or salad, then a full plate of turkey with all the fixings, or prime rib roasted with potatoes, or day boat scallops, finishing with a fall dessert. Reservations are recommended.

11:30am – 10pm

Whether you’re visiting Cambridge or a local, Bambara Kitchen and Bar in Cambridge’s Kimpton Marlowe Hotel will host a no-fuss, three-course prix fixe menu with all of the traditional Thanksgiving trimmings, that’s sure to hit all the turkey cravings. For $65, you’ll get a choice of soup or salad to start, then a composed dinner plate where the focus is on delicious turkey, of course, along with mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, vegetables and cranberry compote. If you still have room left, the restaurant promises lots (and lots!) of pies to choose from to finish your meal. Reservations are recommended.

3 – 8pm, bar open until 9pm

Thanksgiving brunch means you can sandwich in an afternoon nap before your evening plans, and the Boston Harbor Hotel has you covered with a special prix-fixe brunch served in the stunning Atlantic Room at Boston’s only five-star and five-diamond waterfront hotel. For $230 per person ($80 for children) you’ll feast on a raw bar, white truffle carbonara, and the traditional turkey dinner with all the sides and fixings. The grand finale? A dessert table with treats including macarons, pies and cookies.

Reservations are required. 

11:30am – 3pm

This upscale steak house in Wayland will be open for the big feast, serving a menu of a la carte specials, such as chowder, Thanksgiving turkey with stuffing, potatoes and more, a prime ribeye and swordfish and of course, dessert. Reservations are recommended. 

11am – 8pm

If you’re flirting with lady luck at the Encore tables on the holiday, head into Fratelli for a straight from the North End Thanksgiving dinner for $69.95. The meal includes insalata mista to start, a traditional turkey dinner with roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, seasonal vegetables, corn bread, and gravy. The meal ends with a slice of pie or tiramisu.

12pm – 11pm, bar open until 12am

Enjoy a side of gorgeous harborside views during your Thanksgiving dinner at Victory Point. The Marina Bay restaurant is offering a Thanksgiving buffet spread featuring all your holiday favorites. Discover a variety of delicious dishes including fresh-baked goodies at the bread station, a classic caesar salad, and tasty penne pomodoro. Plus get a taste of tradition with herb roasted turkey and homestyle Abruzzi-style stuffing, and savor every bite of mouth watering stuffed pork loin. You can get a deal if you reserve your tickets in advance! The special rate of $49.50 is available until October 24. After November 1, tickets will be priced at $55.95.

Seatings at 12pm, 2:30pm, 5pm