Need some plans for Turkey Day? We’ve rounded up some of the best options in 2024 for Thanksgiving dinner in Philly.
Patchwork
From 3 to 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Patchwork will be offering a holiday buffet boasting “Nonna’s” stuffing, mashed potatoes, and crispy brussels sprouts served alongside traditional gravy and cranberry sauce, plus, apple and pumpkin pie. The buffet is $64.95 per person and $44.95 for children 12 and under. Reservations are required and can be made via Resy.
1620 Chancellor St., patchworkphilly.com
The Prime Rib at LIVE! Casino & Hotel
The Prime Rib is offering a $45 oven-roasted turkey dinner on Nov. 28, along with sides of traditional stuffing, cranberry relish, haricots vert and classic gravy. Other a la carte Thanksgiving options include maple glazed sweet potatoes, braised collard greens, plus apple or pumpkin pie a la mode for dessert. While there, visitors can also check out their Drinks in Toyland pop-up at their lounge bar. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
900 Packer Ave., philadelphia.livecasinohotel.com
PJ Clarke’s at the Curtis Center
PJ Clarke’s is offering a special meal for the holiday from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 28—with a historic twist. The Turkey Day feast takes place in the same building where Normal Rockwell’s Thanksgiving Meal “Freedom from Want” ran in the Saturday Evening Post, and consists of different starters (think creamy pumpkin soup, baby arugula pear salad and more), a variety of entrees (spanning turkey, cedar plank salmon and prime rib), and a smattering of sides (like sourdough stuffing, sweet potato gratin and more.)
To finish things off on a sweet note, dessert spans apple walnut cobbler or pumpkin and gingersnap custard. The meal runs $65 for adults, $45 for kids per person, and includes coffee and tea (excludes tax and gratuity.) For take-out/pick-up advance ordering is suggested but not required, and for advance orders and dine-in reservations, call (215) 999-2000 or visit their website.
601 Walnut St., pjclarkes.com
City Cruises
Why not enjoy Thanksgiving dinner while cruising down the Delaware River? On Thursday, Nov. 28, Philadelphians can head to the Spirit of Philadelphia for either the Thanksgiving Day Early Dinner Cruise or Thanksgiving Day Dinner Cruise. Both options will feature a chef-prepared buffet with all the trimmings, a full bar, games, music and much more. Tickets start at $100.
401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, cityexperiences.com
Bank & Bourbon
Those looking for Thanksgiving dinner in Philly this year can head to Bank & Bourbon for their annual holiday buffet. The spread will include seasonal salads and soups; signature charcuterie and cheese displays from local farms; a carving station featuring roasted Lancaster turkey, smoked pastrami prime rib and more; an array of seasonal vegetables and a variety of treats from their pastry kitchen.
The buffet runs for $99 per adult and $25 per child (12 and under). Adults can also enjoy a $35 optional wine pairing prepared by the beverage team, and additionally, there will be a selection of low and no-ABV drinks. Reservations are available via Resy from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
1200 Market St., bankandbourbon.com
Jansen
Those looking for Thanksgiving dinner in Philly can head to Mt. Airy to check out everything Jansen is cooking up. For $85 per person, guests can enjoy a chef’s tasting menu starting with butternut squash soup or an autumnal salad, then move on to the main course of roasted turkey with stuffing, potato mousseline, haricots verts, cranberry sauce, and gravy. The meal then concludes with a pumpkin cheesecake topped with cranberry sauce, candied pecans, and whipped cream.
7402 Germantown Ave., jansenmtairy.com
a.kitchen
This Center City locale is serving up a 3-course Thanksgiving dinner for $125 per person. Menu items span sweet Amalia oysters, heritage turkey, braised short rib, sausage and escarole stuffing, harissa glazed carrots, pumpkin pie, and more. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
135 S 18th St., akitchenandbar.com
Square 1682
Square 1682’s a la carte menu for Turkey Day spans brioche stuffing, French onion green bean casserole, cornbread, sweet potato pie casserole, and two entree options: A turkey dinner or braised short rib dish. The former comes with mashed potatoes, cherry mostarda, and gravy, while the latter features celery root purée, glazed carrots, and jus.
Dessert options span apple pie a la mode provided by Bucks County Technical School, Philly style budino with candied peanuts and salted caramel, and sweet potato crème brûlée—all priced at $12. There is also the option of a 3-course tasting menu ($60 + tax, gratuity), allowing guests to select a dish from each course. As a bonus, those who order by Nov. 25 by 6 p.m. can also reserve a Thanksgiving Meal To-Go for $65-$180. More information can be found online.
121 S 17th St., square1682.com
Bastia
A bit of a bonus on this list, but those looking to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner in Philly a little early can head to Bastia for their Friendsgiving celebration on Nov. 26. The five-course menu starts with cheese, charcuterie and snacks, moves on to salads (including a sun-dried tomato panzanella and a burrata with baby artichokes, warm caper vinaigrette and sesame) and continues on with family-styled entrees.
Main dishes span lamb and pistachio lasagna with stracciatella, grilled orata with sorrel pesto and tapenade, and Bonifacio-style roasted eggplant with garlic breadcrumbs and tomme cheese. Desserts for the table include pumpkin cake with citrus mascarpone and butternut squash marmalade, and burnt cardamom leaf panna cotta with pomelo and clementine marmalade. The meal comes out to be $95 per person, the experience also features optional wine and non-alcoholic pairings available, plus vegetarian and pescatarian options upon request. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
1401 E Susquehanna Ave., bastiafishtown.com
