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Thanksgiving is a time for family, celebration, and (of course) eating! And while many people choose to entertain at home or host friends, there are also tons of options for those who want to dine out for the holiday. You can save time and hassle by letting some of Chicago’s coolest spots host your group! Not sure where to dig in? We have our favorite Thanksgiving menus all rounded up for you…
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Primehouse {James Hotel, 616 North Rush Street, Chicago; 312.660.6000}
If you are entertaining out of town guests, dining at one of Chicago’s hotels will make the holiday a breeze. Luckily for you, The James Hotel also happens to house one of the city’s best steakhouses: Primehouse. Chef Dino Tsaknis and his team will be offering a $55, four-course specialty menu for the holiday, serving diners from noon to 6 PM. Options for the menu include appetizers like their famous Crab Cake and main courses like roasted turkey, a pork chop, or vegetarian Pappardelle Pasta. You can also upgrade to a larger steak for an upcharge. Finish the meal with either their Bourbon Pecan Pie or Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cheesecake.
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Bistronomic {840 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago; 312.944.8400}
Bistronomic will be serving a Thanksgiving feast featuring fresh items from Chicago’s Green City Market. Their specialty three-course menu is $65 per person, and you can add an artisanal cheese plate for only $15. Choose from options like Homemade Foie Gras and Foie Blond Terrine with crispy apple or Nichols Farm Pumpkin Ravioli. Of course, you can always go classic with roasted turkey and dessert.
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Nookies {1746 North Wells Street, Chicago; 312.337.2454}
Edgewater, Old Town, and more can all start Thanksgiving off on the right plate thanks to Nookies Restaurants. On Thanksgiving day, all Nookies locations will be open until 2:30pm. Priding themselves on providing a “fresh and friendly” dining service, guests can start the day off with a smile! There is something for everyone on their menu, from waffles and fritattas to Big Burgers and 3-Decker Club Sandwiches. It’s the perfect spot to start a day of sightseeing or other holiday activities.
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Horizon Cafe {3805 North Broadway, Chicago; 773.883.1565}
From sunrise to a dinner feast, Horizon Cafe has Thanksgiving covered. Holiday offerings include Pumpkin Spice French Toast and a special Homemade Apple Butter Pumpkin Pie. For heartier appetites, the restaurant is offering their Thanksgiving Feast complete with baked ham off the bone, hand-carved turkey breast, and more. You can take the feast to go or order it right to your door!
The Florentine {151 West Adams Street, Chicago; 312.660.8866}
For a more elegant, Italian-inspired Thanksgiving dinner, The Florentine will be welcoming guests on Thanksgiving Day. Their menu, from Executive Chef Zach Walrath, will incorporate the holiday’s favorite seasonal ingredients. Think Butternut Squash Soup, and Risotto with braised pork belly, or the Traditional Turkey Plate including Yukon gold mashed potatoes, focaccia stuffing, and more. The regular dinner menu will also be available so everyone can dine happy!
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Virgin Hotel Chicago {203 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago; 855.946.6600}
Through November 19th, Commons Club in the Virgin Hotel Chicago will be hosting a Friendsgiving. A portion of proceeds from the specialty menu will benefit GrandGiving, an organization that has donated more than 15 million meals to children and families in need. You can still get tickets now! The restaurant is also hosting dinner on Thanksgiving Day, with a fixed menu full of holiday favorites, including Breads & Spreads to start and a Pie Tower to finish.
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312 Chicago {136 North LaSalle Drive, Chicago; 312.696.2420}
Guests staying at the Kimpton Hotel Allegro this Thanksgiving can enjoy a meal without ever leaving the hotel. For $55 ($25 for kids 12 and under), guests can dine on specialty holiday items like roasted turkey, Butternut Squash Soup as well as Pumpkin Cheesecake and Pecan Tart for dessert. You can also order classic Italian dishes that are on their menu all year long.
By Kaleigh Glaza, Online Editor
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