Gobble It Up: Friends & Family, Let's Gather & Give Thanks
Mark It! Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, and the countdown to turkey is officially on. Whether you’re hosting the whole family, throwing a Friendsgiving for your favorite people or happily handing the oven mitts to someone else this year, the DMV’s restaurants and bakeries have you covered. Book a table and let the pros do the cooking, carving and (best of all) the dishes. Rather eat at home? Pick up a complete feast to go, from the bird to every last side, and take all the credit. Friendsgiving potluck? Show up with a pie and you’ll be invited back every year. Many of these sell out fast and preorder deadlines come sooner than you think, so don’t wait. Here’s where to dine in, carry out and grab the pie this Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving.
1789 Restaurant: 1789 Restaurant will be open during regular hours on Thanksgiving, offering a special three-course holiday menu. Featured dishes include butternut squash velouté, Wagyu tartare, Boar Springs Farm organic turkey, red wine-braised short rib, forager’s risotto, and seasonal desserts. Additional accompaniments are available for $14, including Brussels sprouts with bacon, mushroom fricassée with Swiss chard, and pommes purée with turkey gravy. To make a reservation, click here.
Ada’s on the River (Dine-In): Trade the kitchen chaos for sweeping Potomac River views at Ada's on the River, where Thanksgiving meets wood-fired indulgence. Enjoy a three-course prix fixe meal. Little diners can join the celebration with a special children's menu. Open on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. The restaurant’s a la carte menu will also be available. $79 per person; $19 children's menu.
Ada’s On The River (To-Go): Prefer to celebrate at home? Ada's is offering a Prime Rib Dinner for Four ($199). The prime rib comes ready to cook with instructions and essentials included. Preorder by November 19 at noon for pickup November 25 or 26 at Ada's. To place an order, click here.
Barbouzard (Dine-In): On Thursday, November 26th, Barbouzard will serve Thanksgiving at Barbouzard from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m., with a special holiday menu priced at $95 per person and $35 for children under 12. To make a reservation, click here.
Barbouzard (To-Go): For those celebrating at home, Barbouzard is also offering two Thanksgiving To-Go options designed for different kinds of holiday hosts. The Turkey Dinner Package for Two is a complete, ready-to-enjoy Thanksgiving dinner centered around roasted turkey with traditional holiday sides and dessert. Ideal for guests who want the entire meal handled for them. To place an order, click here.
Blue Duck Tavern (Dine-In): Celebrate Thanksgiving at Blue Duck Tavern, on Thursday, November 26, from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a 3-course holiday feast featuring seasonal starters, entrées such as free-range turkey with ciabatta-chestnut stuffing, slow-roasted prime rib, and potato-crusted halibut, plus family-style sides and desserts from Pastry Chef Abraham Castillo. Dinner is $185 per adult and $85 for children ages 6-12, with children under 6 dining complimentary. For more information, click here.
Blue Duck Tavern (To-Go): Bring Blue Duck Tavern’s Thanksgiving feast home with a holiday package serving 6-8 guests for $595. The meal includes a Green Circle Farm turkey, freshly baked bread, 6 traditional sides including ciabatta-giblet stuffing, butter-whipped potatoes, and maple-glazed yams, plus gravy and both apple and pumpkin pies. A cheese and charcuterie board can be added for $175. Orders must be placed by 5:00 p.m. on November 15, with cold pickup available Wednesday, November 25, or warm turkey pickup on Thanksgiving Day, November 26. To place an order, click here.
Bresca: Chef Ryan Ratino and Chef de Cuisine Garrett Brower have crafted a special four- and six-course tasting menu, showcasing the season’s finest ingredients through creative, fall-driven dishes that honor tradition with a touch of refinement. To make a reservation, click here.
Casa Teresa: Casa Teresa is bringing its Spanish-inspired warmth to holiday tables with a full Thanksgiving menu made to make the day easier, and tastier. Guests can choose from three ways to celebrate: Traditional Turkey Feast ($575, serves 8), Casa Teresa Thanksgiving Table ($725, serves 8), Whole Brined Turkey ($129, serves 6 to 8). Casa Teresa will roast it for you for an additional $40. An à la carte menu rounds out the table with sides, mains, and sweets. To toast the occasion, there are bottled Martinis and Manhattans, a Spanish-style Gin and Tonic Kit, Catalan eggnog, and three curated Spanish wine packages from $225. Pre-orders open Saturday, October 24 and close Friday, November 20. Pickup is Tuesday, November 24 and Wednesday, November 25. To place an order, click here.
Clyde’s Restaurant Group: Clyde’s Restaurant Group invites guests to celebrate Thanksgiving by dining in at one of their restaurants in DC, Maryland, or Virginia, or bringing home a chef-prepared Thanksgiving dinner from one of five pickup locations. Their exclusive holiday menu will feature a traditional turkey dinner or glazed ham dinner accompanied by holiday classics including sweet potatoes, green beans, stuffing, and your choice of pie. Pickup orders must be placed by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 20th. For more information, click here.
Davio’s (Dine-In): Celebrate Thanksgiving at Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse on Thursday, November 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a traditional holiday feast featuring oven-roasted Vermont free-range organic turkey, creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, challah herb stuffing, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and cranberry sauce. Dinner is $85 per adult and $40 for children under 12. The restaurant’s regular dinner menu will also be available, along with a turkey sandwich to take home for the next day. For more information, click here.
Davio’s (To-Go): Let Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse handle Thanksgiving dinner with a heat-and-serve feast available for $85 per person. The menu includes oven-roasted Vermont free-range organic turkey, Yukon Gold potatoes, challah herb stuffing, vegetables, gravy, and cranberry sauce. Apple, pumpkin, and pecan pies are also available. Orders must be placed by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, with pickup available after 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 25, or before 11:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. For more information, click here.
Del Mar: Celebrate Thanksgiving at The Wharf with a Spanish twist at Del Mar. Enjoy a three-course menu for $145 per person featuring heritage turkey with butifarra stuffing and spider crab paella, served alongside Del Mar's full à la carte menu. Reservations are available from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. To make a reservation, click here.
District Larder: District Larder will offer a signature Thanksgiving takeout package in celebration of the holiday. The Thanksgiving package is available for $225 and feeds four to six guests. Available for preorder now through November 21st, the Thanksgiving package includes a whole Cherry Smoked Turkey Breast served alongside house-made Mashed Potatoes, Maple Sage Stuffing, and Brussels & Green Bean Casserole. Pickup available on November 24th, 25th, and 26th. To place an order, click here.
Fairmont DC: Fairmont DC is offering a lavish buffet Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday,November 26th from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Executive Chef Jaime Montes de Oca and his culinary team will carve Joyce Farms Heritage Turkey and serve with cornbread stuffing, herb whipped potatoes, giblet gravy and cranberry-orange jam. A variety of regional favorites will be presented in buffet stations including; seasonal salads, Chesapeake raw bar, cheese & charcuterie board, soy marinated black cod, coq au vin and more. A children’s buffet will also be available. Executive Pastry Lyndsay Barton will serve a patisserie buffet including; spiced pumpkin cheesecake, sweet potato pâte à choux, buttered pecan tartlet, and more. Priced at $150 per person or $175 with bottomless Bloody Marys or Mimosas, $40 for children five to 12 years old and free for children 4 years and under. For reservations, email [email protected]
The Falls: On Thanksgiving Day, The Falls will offer a special holiday menu, with dine-in service from 11:00 a.m. –8 p.m. Guests can choose from prix fixe and à la carte options, including applewood-smoked pork chops, grilled branzino, turkey platters, traditional sides, pies, and more. Kids’ menu selections will be available. To make a reservation, click here.
Fiola: Enjoy a five-course tasting menu from Chef Antonio Mermolia this Thanksgiving. Optional wine and non-alcoholic pairings are available. Reservations are available from 4:00- 8:00 p.m. for $335 per person. to make a reservation, click here.
Fiola Mare: Reserve your spot at Fiola Mare for a holiday menu honoring both Italian seafood traditions and classic American Thanksgiving dishes. Reservations from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. for $150 per person. To make a reservation, click here.
Joe Theismann’s: Joe Theismann's Restaurant & Bar is going all out with an all-you-can-enjoy Thanksgiving buffet featuring carving stations piled high with Roasted Turkey, Spiral Ham, and NY Strip. Guests can load up on holiday favorites like Praline Sweet Potato Casserole, Brioche Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, and Mashed Potatoes, alongside dishes like Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Blackened Salmon. The dessert spread is just as generous, with Pecan Pie Bars, Pumpkin Pie Shooters, and Apple-Cranberry Crisp. A limited à la carte menu will also be available at the bar for those looking to celebrate with a side of game-day action. Open on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Dinner costs $59 per adult and $15 per child.
Jônt: Join Jônt at the chef's counter for a special tasting menu showcasing the best of the season, with a focus on exceptional ingredients, thoughtful preparations, and a generous touch of indulgence- two seatings at 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. To make a reservation, click here.
Joon: Joon will offer two special takeout-only feasts featuring Thanksgiving classics with Persian twists. Serving four to six guests, feasts are available to order online through November 19th. They will also offer a sides only package for guests cooking a main course at home. Dessert and alcoholic beverages are available to add-on for an additional cost. In addition to both feasts, Joon offers a selection of add-ons. The Persian restaurant will also offer preorders from its wine list, including bottles from its wine made in collaboration with the Virginia-based CrossKeys Vineyards. Orders must be placed by November 19th with pickup available on November 25th from 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. To place an order, click here.
Josephine: Celebrate Thanksgiving at Josephine. Guests can enjoy the restaurant’s full à la carte menu or opt for a $75 per person family-style Thanksgiving feast featuring roast turkey, carrots, pommes purée, and stuffing. Special holiday cocktails and thoughtfully selected wine pairings also available. To make a reservation, click here.
JW Marriott Reston Station: The hotel's signature restaurant, The Simon, will offer a three-course Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Novrmber 26, from noon - 8:00 p.m., featuring holiday favorites including roasted turkey, honey-baked ham and all-you-can-eat traditional sides. For those celebrating at home, the hotel is also offering chef-prepared Thanksgiving feasts to-go, available for pickup Nov. 25–26. Thanksgiving dinner is priced at $85 per adult and $35 for children ages 12 and under. To make a reservation, click here.
L’Ardente: L’Ardente will be open from 12:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day and will also offer a Fizz With Your Feast trio of Lambruscos to pair with your holiday feast at home. The trio, curated by L’Ardente Wine Director Kendrick Lindsey, will feature a white, a rosato and a red Lambrusco and will be available for purchase through 4:00 p.m. November 23, with pick-ups available November 24–26. The three-pack costs $55. To place an order, click here.
Liberty Tavern: Liberty Tavern is celebrating Thanksgiving with a prix fixe menu, à la carte options, and takeout feasts. Dine in from 12:30–8:00 p.m. and enjoy options including oven-roasted turkey, salmon, pork chop, autumn risotto, salads, and more, plus seasonal à la carte dishes and a kids’ menu. Takeout feasts are also available for curbside pickup at Liberty To Go from 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Choose your meat and three sides, with additional entrées and add-ons available. Takeout feasts are $38 for one person or $150 for four. For more information, click here.
Little Birdie: Who says Thanksgiving has to be all about turkey? This year, Little Birdie is shaking up tradition with "Duck, Duck, Feast!," an Asian-inspired Thanksgiving dinner for two ($90). The centerpiece is a whole Peking duck served with bao buns, scallion cucumber salad, and plum hoisin, accompanied by sticky rice stuffing with Chinese sausage and shiitake mushrooms, maple-soy Brussels sprouts with chili crisp, miso twice-baked sweet potatoes, mandarin orange and Napa cabbage slaw, and scallion butter milk bun rolls. An Asian pear and apple crumble provides a sweet finish. Pickup Wednesday, November 25, from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m., or Thanksgiving Day, November 26, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. To place an order, click here.
Lyon Hall: Enjoy a selection of à la carte holiday favorites or indulge in a three-course prix fixe dinner for $75 per person. Featured dishes include roasted beet salad, French onion soup, Duroc pork chop, and traditional Thanksgiving turkey, accompanied by classic holiday sides like savory stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes, and more. To make a reservation, click here.
The Majestic: This Thanksgiving, Chef Santiago Lopez is giving the holiday The Majestic treatment with an elegant five-course prix fixe in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. The feast begins with a Majestic Board for the table, followed by starters like Lobster Bisque with roasted chestnut cream. Entrées range from classic Roasted Turkey and Prime Rib to Crab-Stuffed Halibut, Roasted Lamb Shank, and Mushroom Risotto. Guests can savor seasonal sides like Maple-Roasted Kabocha Squash and Fried Brussels Sprouts before indulging in Pumpkin Cheesecake, Cranberry Crumb Cake, or The Majestic's signature Coconut Cake. $79 per person.
Marmo: The $45 Thanksgiving special features Roasted Heritage Turkey breast & dark meat, gravy, Focaccia stuffing (apple,celery, parmigiano), Brown butter Sweet potato puree + balsamico, Roasted brussel sprouts with pancetta & Coffee jam, and Cranberry mostarda (vanilla, blood orange).
Matt & Tony’s: Let Matt & Tony's handle the cooking this Thanksgiving with a complete holiday feast for two ($90), featuring juicy peppered turkey breast, confit turkey leg and thigh, smoked turkey gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, chicken chorizo stuffing, four-cheese mac and cheese, crispy Brussels sprout salad, cornbread with honey butter, Chianti cranberry sauce, and pumpkin cheesecake. Perfect for an intimate Thanksgiving at home without the hours in the kitchen, the restaurant is also offering a Morning After Brunch Kit, mimosa flights, and signature cocktails. Pickup Wednesday, November 25, from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m., or Thanksgiving Day, November 26, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. To place an order, click here.
Mia’s Italian Kitchen: Who says Thanksgiving has to be all turkey and stuffing? Mia's Italian Kitchen in Old Town Alexandria is giving the holiday an Italian twist with a festive three-course prix fixe. Start with Fried Pumpkin Ravioli in brown butter sauce or House-Made Honeynut Squash Focaccia before choosing from entrées like Cranberry-Spinach Stuffed Turkey Breast with all the traditional fixings, Veal Osso Buco with risotto Milanese, or Grilled Swordfish with angel hair pasta. Finish with Pumpkin Cheesecake or Cranberry Panna Cotta for a sweet ending. The restaurant’s a la carte menu will also be available. $49 per person.
Moon Rabbit: Chef Kevin Tien’s Thanksgiving Box ($295, designed to serve 4) includes: Chongqui spiced turkey with hot garlic gravy, Tomato bread with canh chua butter Ginger & lemongrass mashed potatoes, Bo Kho white beans, Bun Bo Hue green beans Curry roasted butternut squash with candied chili pepitas and stracciatella, and Tomato rice, viet-cajun jambalaya. Guests can enjoy Chef Susan Bae’s Pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting, lime leaf. Wine available ($65). To make a reservation, click here.
Namak: This Thanksgiving, Executive Chef Lindsey Flowers of Namak will serve a three-course menu available for dine-in only featuring holiday classics prepared with Mediterranean flavors. Reservations are available on Thanksgiving Day from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m., and the menu is priced at $55 per guest. To make a reservation, click here.
Neighborhood Restaurant Group:
From family-style feasts to à la carte turkey, classic sides, desserts, and plenty of beverages to pair with your meal, everything is prepared and ready to reheat with easy instructions. Place your order online through Sunday, November 22, and pick it up Wednesday, November 25, between 10 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Evening Star Cafe, Bluejacket, or The Roost. To place an order, click here.
Northside Social: Northside Social’s Thanksgiving pre-orders are now available online through midnight on Friday, November 20. The menu features a variety of savory and sweet favorites, including 9-inch pies, pumpkin toffee cinnamon buns, quiches, chicken pot pie, biscuits, and more. Guests can also round out their holiday spread with quarts of ice cream and beverages, including Four Roses bourbon-spiked apple cider, a pumpkin spice margarita, and mulled wine. To place an order, click here.
NUE: Elegantly Vietnamese: NUE: Elegantly Vietnamese invites guests to dine with them over Thanksgiving with the return of a showstopping large format duck entrée available both a la carte and on their new Unlimited menu. On Thanksgiving Day, NUE will serve guests beginning at 11:00 a.m. with their last seating at 7:00 p.m. To make a reservation, click here.
Palette 22: Why settle for just turkey when you can have a little bit of everything? Palette 22 is bringing its signature creative flair to Thanksgiving with a festive spread featuring carving stations of Puerto Rican Garlic-Roasted Pork, Roasted Turkey with cranberry glaze, and Honey-Roasted Ham. Holiday favorites get a playful twist with sides like Jalapeño Cornbread, Roasted Sweet Potato & Marshmallow Gratin, Roasted Broccolini with garlic labneh, and Apple-Brioche Stuffing. $38.22 per person
Royal Restaurant (Dine-In): Royal Restaurant is rolling out the royal treatment this Thanksgiving with a festive three-course prix fixe in addition to the signature a la carte menu. Kick things off with Honeynut Squash Dip or a seasonal Fall Salad, followed by Roasted Turkey with brioche stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and all the holiday fixings. For those craving something heartier, Prime Rib with garlic mashed potatoes and horseradish labneh is also on the menu. Finish with Pumpkin Cheesecake or classic Carrot Cake. $49 per person
Royal Restaurant (To-Go): Planning a smaller celebration? Royal's Turkey Dinner for Two ($69) brings the holiday home with sliced roasted turkey, gravy, brioche stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, garlic green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin cheesecake. Everything comes with reheating instructions. Preorder by November 19 for pickup November 25 or 26 at Royal. To place an order, click here.
Sacré Sucre: Sacré Sucre is offering 3 different pies for Thanksgiving this year. Options include the Pumpkin-Ginger Meringue Pie ($45) and the Concord Grape & Black Pepper Pie ($50). Pickup is available on Tuesday, November 24th & Wednesday, November 25th. To place an order, click here.
Silver and Sons BBQ (To-Go): Bring home a Thanksgiving feast with a Jewish and Mediterranean twist from Silver and Sons BBQ. Choose from Dinner for 4 or Dinner for 8, featuring a half or whole turkey from Earth-n-Eats Farm with traditional fixings, sides, and dessert. Additional offerings include beef in a blanket, mushroom croquettes, fall bruschetta, and baklava cheesecake alongside classic holiday pies. All orders include reheating instructions, with pickup on Wednesday, November 25. To place an order, click here.
Sfoglina: Celebrate Thanksgiving with Sfoglina at their Van Ness and Rosslyn locations with holiday specials including butternut squash tortellini and a traditional turkey dinner (reservations 1:00 – 7:00 p.m.). Or, celebrate at home with Sfoglina's Thanksgiving package for two ($175), available for order through Sunday, November 22. Thanksgiving at Home pickup is available on Wednesday, November 25 from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. at all Sfoglina locations.
Thompson Restaurants: Thompson Restaurants is offering ready-to-serve Thanksgiving meals, both to order for your family and to donate to local families facing food insecurity. Their classic feast includes roast turkey breast or glazed ham, gravy, cranberry sauce, biscuits or cornbread, and a choice of three sides for $155, while the deluxe feast includes all of the above along with a fourth side and a choice of pie for dessert. Guests can also choose to donate a feast for a family of four for $100 or a meal for two for $50, and can support the initiative by rounding up their checks at participating Thompson restaurants. Thanksgiving feast orders should be placed by 12:00 p.m. on November 20, with meal pick-up scheduled for November 25. To place an order or donate a meal, click here; to make a reservation, click here.
Tiffany’s Bar & Bistro: Tiffany’s Bar & Bistro will celebrate Thanksgiving with a wallet-friendly takeout special. Until November 23rd, the restaurant will take pre-orders for its $150 holiday feast which serves 4-6 people and comes with reheating instructions.The takeout meal features highlights such as Cornbread, Brussels Sprouts, Half Turkey, and more. To place an order, click here.
Tony & Joe’s Seafood Place: Celebrate Thanksgiving at Tony & Joe’s Seafood Place on the Georgetown waterfront on Thursday, November 26, with a holiday feast overlooking the Potomac River. Guests can choose from starters like jumbo shrimp cocktail or clam chowder, followed by a carving station featuring herb-roasted turkey, honey-glazed ham, pepper-crusted prime rib, and agave-roasted salmon. Family-style sides include sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, and seasonal vegetables, with apple pie, pumpkin pie, or warm pecan brownie for dessert. For more information, click here.
Unconventional Diner: (Dine-In): For those who prefer to dine out on Thanksgiving, Unconventional Diner will serve the menu above from 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Thanksgiving prix fixe menu will cost $55 per person ($28 for kids), In addition to the menu above, the following items from the regular menu will be available for ordering à la carte. To make a reservation, click here.
Unconventional Diner (To-Go): To-go Thanksgiving dinners cost $105. Each box is intended to feed 2-3 people. The dinners will be available for cold pickup on Wednesday, November 25, and Thursday, November 26, and will include reheating instructions. To place an order, click here.
Vola’s Dockside Grill: At Vola's Dockside Grill, guests can skip the cooking and enjoy a festive three-course prix fixe featuring starters like Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo or Smoked Salmon Carpaccio. Entrée selections include Roasted Turkey with brioche stuffing and cranberry chutney, Pan-Seared Snapper with saffron-curry sauce, and Slow-Roasted Spiral Ham with an apple cider glaze. Save room for Walnut-Banana Bread Pudding or Pecan Cake Roll for a sweet holiday finish. The restaurant’s a la carte menu will also be available. $49 per person.
Willowsong: Trade the kitchen for a holiday meal by the water with Willowsong’s three-course prix fixe menu for $95 per adult. Seasonal offerings include Roasted Turkey, Sea-Salt and Herb Prime Rib, Grilled Head-on Prawn, and Grilled Vegan Steak, alongside classic holiday sides and a choice of dessert. Children ages 6-11 dine for $55, while children 5 and under dine complimentary. For more information, click here.
Xiquet: Celebrate with a family-style feast blending Valencian and American traditions, including Alicante-style lobster paella, woodfire-roasted turkey with cranberry-ginger compote, Iberian pork with Spanish black truffles, and sweet potato casserole with toasted marshmallow meringue. For more information, click here.
