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This time of year has a way of slowing life down and pulling us indoors to enjoy a holiday meal with the people we are most grateful for. In a city with no shortage of incredible restaurants you can skip the hours of prep and still sit down to a meal that feels special and full of flavor. Each of these restaurants has put their own spin on Thanksgiving, honoring the classic dishes we grew up with while adding their own unique touch. Here’s where to find Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago this season, from meals to bring home to tables worth booking.
Thanksgiving To-Go Options:
The Goddess and Grocer {Multiple Locations}
The Goddess and Grocer has been a long time go-to for Chicagoans, whether it is an early morning pastry or a quick, comforting weeknight dinner. Its 2026 Thanksgiving menu is no exception. Packages range from $85 to $495, starting with the Turkey Dinner for Two and going up to the Family Matters for six people and the All in the Family for 12 people. Each one comes with Turkey Pan Gravy, Traditional Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Parker House Rolls and Pumpkin Pie. There’s also a Vegan Dinner for Two with Gardener’s Pie, Mushroom Gravy and Apple Crisp, plus à la carte favorites like Butternut Squash Ravioli, Salted Caramel Tart and Pecan Pie. Orders close at noon on November 18 or once they reach capacity, and pickup is available on Thanksgiving Day. (Find out more information and place your orders HERE)
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The Smith {400 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL; 312.312.5100}
The Smith has a way of making any meal feel like a celebration, which makes it an easy choice for spending Thanksgiving with the people you love. This year, the restaurant is offering a three course Thanksgiving dinner available for in-person dining or catering for $88 per person, where guests choose one starter, one main and one dessert. Start with the Butternut Squash Soup with ginger apple crème fraîche or the Ricotta Gnocchi with truffle cream before moving on to the star of the menu, all-natural Heritage Turkey served three ways: Roasted Turkey Breast, Turkey Pot Pie and Turkey Leg Osso Buco. For anyone skipping the turkey, the Braised Beef Short Rib, Roasted Salmon and Butternut Squash Risotto are just as tempting. Save room for dessert, with options like Pumpkin Spice Cake with bourbon butterscotch and a Honeycrisp Apple Tart. Every order also gets Apple Brioche Stuffing, Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Cranberry Orange Jam to share. (Find out more information and place your orders HERE).
Sushi-San {Multiple Locations}
For the sushi lovers who want something a little different on the table this year, Sushi-San’s Friendsgiving Holiday Turkey Bucket puts a playful Asian fusion spin on the classic dishes. For $125, the package serves 4 and includes Char Siu Turkey, Mashed Potatoes with Yakitori Gravy, Banh Mi Stuffing, Miso Glazed Carrots, Delicata Squash and Garlic Chili Green Beans. It’s available for same-day carryout and delivery from the River North and Lincoln Park locations between November 19 and November 25. Preorders aren’t available, so plan to order the day you want it. (Find out more information HERE).
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Daisies {2375 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL; 773.697.9443}
Daisies has become one of Chicago’s most loved restaurants by building its menu around Midwest farms and the seasonal produce they offer. Their Thanksgiving kit brings that same care to your table. For $395, the kit serves four and includes Turkey Breast, Confit Leg and Thigh, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Stuffing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Broccoli Gratin, Cranberry Sauce and Parker House Rolls, along with instructions for finishing the meal at home. Guests can also add one of four wine packages: the Midwestern Wine Pack, Italian Wine Pack, Domestic Somm Select Wine Package or Italian Somm Select Wine Package. Dessert isn’t forgotten either, with à la carte Pumpkin Pie, Apple Crumble Pie, Salted Maple Pie and more. (Find out more information and place your orders on Tock HERE)
Ox Bar & Hearth {1578 North Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.763.2222}
Ox Bar & Hearth cooks almost everything over its wood burning hearth, using ingredients from Midwest producers whenever possible. It’s the kind of warm cooking that feels right at home on Thanksgiving. Its Early Bird Thanksgiving Package serves 4 to 6 guests for $225 and includes Turkey Pot Pie, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potatoes, Cornbread, Cranberry Relish and Apple Pie. If you’d rather build your own spread, every item is also available à la carte at 10% off. Orders should be placed by Midnight on Thursday, November 12, with pickup on Wednesday, November 25 from 5-7 p.m. (Find out more information and place your orders on OpenTable HERE).
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Thanksgiving Onsite Dining Options:
The Peninsula Chicago {108 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL; 312.337.2888}
There’s something so special about The Peninsula during the holidays that feels straight out of a movie and their annual Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet in The Lobby is one of the most festive ways to spend the day. Guests can make their way through carving stations with Stuffed Ferndale Turkey and Glazed Berkshire Ham, a seafood station with Alaskan king crab, jumbo prawns and oysters, plus sushi and sashimi, Sassanian caviar, global cheese and charcuterie, and seafood boil stations. (There’s even a sneak peek of Comunitá, the Italian concept opening in The Lobby in early 2027!) They also offer an à la carte plated menu featuring dishes like Focaccia Bologna, Duck Confit Hash, Sesame Crusted Tuna and Roasted Branzino, with a decadent dessert buffet to finish. A string quartet, a roving magician and the Children’s Lounge make it a day for the whole family. Seatings run from 10am to 5pm at a price of $350 per adult and $110 per child ages 5-12, not including tax, gratuity and beverages. (Find out more information and make reservations HERE)
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RPM Steak {66 West Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL; 312.284.4990}
A cozy, dimly lit space in the heart of River North, RPM Steak is the perfect spot for an intimate and elegant Thanksgiving dinner. RPM is offering a prix fixe menu for $135 per person which includes a starter, an entrée, family style sides and desserts, blending holiday classics with their signature dishes. Dinner is served from noon to 8pm on Thanksgiving Day. (Find out more information and make reservations HERE).
NoMI {800 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.239.4030}
Set right in the heart of downtown on the 7th floor of the Park Hyatt Hotel, NoMI offers a Thanksgiving dinner with stunning views of the skyline and Lake Michigan. The Thanksgiving Harvest Buffet features Truffle and Sage Roasted Turkey, Prime Rib and Glazed Bone In Ham alongside King Crab, Maine Lobster, Oysters, Sushi and an expansive raw bar. Seasonal sides, handcrafted pastries and a dessert display round out the feast. The buffet runs from 11am to 8pm on Thanksgiving Day and is $285 per adult, $95 per child and free for children 5 and under. (Find out more information and make reservations HERE).
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab {60 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.379.5637}
Joe’s is a River North staple, with that old-school Chicago ambiance. On Thanksgiving, the restaurant gives everyone at the table exactly what they’re craving. The holiday dinner features Turkey Breast with Leg and Thigh Confit, all the traditional sides and Pumpkin Chiffon Pie for $79.95 per adult and $39.95 per child. For anyone who would rather skip the turkey, the full regular menu is available too, which means stone crab and steak are fair game. Joe’s is open from 11am to 8:30pm. on Thanksgiving Day, and whole pies are also available to- go. Think in Key Lime, Pumpkin Chiffon, Peanut Butter and Old Fashioned Apple. (Find out more information, place your orders and make reservations HERE).
By Gianna Loiacono, Chicago Contributor