Thanksgiving is almost here! What are you doing for the holiday? Whether you’re too lazy to cook, don’t have anywhere to go or just want to stuff your face somewhere, we’ve got you covered.
Below, you’ll find a comprehensive list of South Florida’s top Thanksgiving offerings. Please note that details are subject to change, so always call ahead to confirm everything. We wish you and your loved ones the best Turkey Day ever!
15th & Vine
15th & Vine will be serving up a family-style Thanksgiving menu, available from noon to 8 p.m. on Turkey Day. Located at the W Miami in Brickell, diners will be able to enjoy a variety of main course options including Traditional Turkey, Bread and Celery stuffing, a Cinnamon Honey Glazed Roasted Ham with Cranberry Sauce or a Seared Mahi-Mahi with Golden Raisin Mango Relish.
Guests can enjoy Thanksgiving favorites family-style including Crispy Lemon Parmesan Brussels Sprouts, Sautéed Rainbow Carrots, Herb-Marinated Baby Roasted Potatoes and of course, Marshmallow Topped Sweet Potatoes. And if there’s room left, dessert options include fall pie favorites of apple, pecan and pumpkin. Adults can feast for $75/per person and children for $35/per person.
15th & Vine welcomes families to feast in a prime location in the heart of Miami’s electric Brickell district. With floor to ceiling windows, diners enjoy breathtaking water and city views, unique artwork and unforgettable cuisine. Reservations can be made at 305-503-0373, and walk-ins are welcome.
Ariete
Coconut Grove’s favorite neighborhood spot, Ariete, announces its home-away-from-home Thanksgiving feast. Patrons can indulge in a $55 buffet offering all the traditional favorites including fried turkey, smoked turkey, roasted ham, stuffing, gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole and, of course, macaroni and cheese.
Delectable desserts will include Blondies, Brownies and Panettone. Enzo’s Holiday Punch (St. George Pear Liquor, Tin Cup, House Brandy, roasted pears, apple bitters, star Anise and cinnamon) will be served at $7 a glass.
B Bistro + Bakery
B Bistro + Bakery will host a special Thanksgiving Day Brunch, on Thursday, November 23, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., before closing early for the holiday.
For the Thursday morning feast, Chef/Owner Henry Hané will be serving-up some decadent fall/Thanksgiving-themed specials in addition to their regular brunch menu such as Roasted Cranberry and Marshmallow ‘Cruffin’; Green Bean Casserole Tartine; Pumpkin Croissant; and Pecan Pie Brioche.
For dessert, Thanksgiving specials include S’mores Cake – milk chocolate namelaka, homemade marshmallow, and fudge; as well as two special mousses ($8), the Pumpkin Spiced Latte Mousse with pumpkin cremoux and brown sugar sponge; and Hazelnut Mousse. Pre-ordered whole Pecan Pies and Pumpkin Pies, as well as Specialty Cakes will also be offered for takeout ($35, plus)
Those wanting a taste of fall before Thanksgiving can visit B Bistro for their roundup of savory and sweet pumpkin dishes, offered now through the end of November, including the Pumpkin Philly ($13) with roasted five-spice pumpkin, charred onions, Mexican crema and fresh watercress; along with Toasted Pumpkin Gnocchi with allspice mascarpone and Brussels sprouts; and Pumpkin Petit Gateaux.
Bird & Bone at The Confidante Miami Beach
Bird & Bone, a southern-inspired restaurant concept that transports guests to a contemporary countryside farmhouse, is offering a special Thanksgiving prix-fixe menu as well as a la carte and a kids menu items.
Beginning at 5pm, the $50 Thanksgiving dinner will consist of three courses including highlights like Butternut Squash Soup with Foie Gras and Brown Butter, Young Slow Roasted Turkey and Cornbread and a flight of Mini Tarts (Pecan Chocolate, Apple Cobbler and Pumpkin). A la carte options include Smoked Fish Dip, Prime NY Strip, Roast Duck and Pickled Greens.
BLT Steak
BLT Steak situated at the newly renovated Iberostar Berkley Hotel returns to South Beach this year with a special three course prix-fixe Thanksgiving Day menu served from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m on Thursday, November 23, 2017. For $80 per person – excluding tax and gratuity — indulge in Chef Carlos Torres’ take on Thanksgiving classics.
Appetizers will include Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with goat cheese stuffed dates and bacon gastrique and Pumpkin Crab Bisque garnished with spiced croutons and pine nuts. Main entrees offer the choice of a Turkey Roulade with almond, date and chorizo stuffing or Roasted Lamb Shank served with delicate squash and pomegranate relish. Family style servings of corn bread, mac and cheese, collard greens and roasted Brussels complete the meal.
If there’s any room left for dessert, a mouth-watering pair of options include the Pecan Pie decorated with caramel cream or Sweet Potato Flan with a dulce de leche meringue.
Bristol’s Burgers
Located at The Diplomat Landing Marina overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, Bristol’s Burgers is a timeless burger joint and modern take on a fast-casual burger restaurant. In honor of Thanksgiving, Bristol’s will be serving a limited edition $13 “Gobbler Burger” that’ll feature a savory Turkey Patty, Spiced Cranberry-Ginger Compote, Brie cheese and brussels sprout-apple coleslaw. The burger will be available from 11/19 – 11/26.
Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits
The rustic seafood eatery Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits invites families to enjoy a Thanksgiving buffet-style feast from 12PM to 9PM, with several food stations offering diners a variety of delicious dishes to choose from.
For $105 per adult and $49 for children (ages 5 through 12), excluding tax and gratuity, guests can choose from a variety of sweet and savory options from the Breakfast Station (available until 3PM); fresh pickings from the Salad Station and Hammock Hallow Garden Bar or Charcuterie Display, Raw Bar, and Sushi & Dim Sum Station; and turkey or ham at the CarvingStations paired with Butternut Squash Bisque from the Soup Bar.
Children can also enjoy their favorites such as macaroni and cheese or chicken fingers at the Kids Buffet. Guests can finish with a multitude of decadent confections to choose from at the Dessert station. For an additional $25, diners can enjoy bottomless beverages that include BC Brew, Rum Punch, Mimosas and Bloody Marys.
Byblos
Forget stressing over cooking the same old dishes for Thanksgiving dinner this year. Pass on your typical mashed potatoes and stuffing in favor of Chef Stuart Cameron’s Thanksgiving inspired dishes at Byblos Miami. For $65/pp, guests can enjoy a holiday prix-fixe menu (with a Mediterranean twist) including an optional wine pairing for $30/pp.
Menu includes a first course, main and dessert including items such as HAMACHI Jalapeño Labneh + Sweet Red Onion + Cucumber + Lime DUCK KIBBEH Dried Fig + Date Molasses + Nigella + Tahini; TURKEY PORCHETTA Saffron Brioche Stuffing + Barberry & Cranberry Jelly; SEARED CAULIFLOWER Duck Fat & Tahini Sauce + Sesame + Coriander and HALVA PARFAIT Dulce Namelaka + Kumquat Jam + White Chocolate Cream for dessert.
For reservations, please call (305) 508-5041.
Diplomat Prime
Inspired by the hotel’s iconic period through the 1950s, Diplomat Prime is a swanky luxury boutique steakhouse located at The Diplomat Beach Resort. This Thanksgiving, the sophisticated space will be offering a special Thanksgiving Dinner Menu.
Chef Nicolay Adinaguev has crafted seasonal favorites for the special occasion; notable plates includes a free-range turkey breast with a sausage stuffed leg and thigh, black truffle whipped potatoes, cranberry-orange compote and pumpkin cheesecake. The prix fixe menu is priced at $95/guest.
EAST, Miami – Quinto La Huella
Join us for a special Thanksgiving feast at Quinto La Huella on November 23rd from 12-6PM. The menu is a blend of carefully planned holiday favorites with traditional Parrilla style cooking. The restaurant will be offering an array of holiday favorites with a wide selection of turkey, stuffing, salads and wood oven roasted vegetables. Price is $75 per person excluding service charge, taxes and drinks. For reservations, call 786-805-4646.
Eating House
Chef/Owner Giorgio Rapicavoli of Coral Gables’ hotspot Eating House is getting into the spirit of Fall with a special Nutmeg Cavatelli with pumpkin ragout, parmigiana broth, hazelnut, and miso butter. Served during dinner only. Eating House will be closed on Thanksgiving.
Essensia Restaurant & Lounge
Switch things up with an oceanfront, farm-to-table take on Thanksgiving at Essensia Restaurant & Lounge inside The Palms Hotel & Spa. Dine al fresco on the Essensia terrace, which is surrounded by swaying palms, tropical blooms, and towering bamboo trees. Don’t forget to toast to the season with garden-to-glass ‘conscious cocktails’ or a glass of byodynamic wine. For reservations and more information, call (305) 908-5458.
Farmer’s Table
Farmer’s Table invites guests to spend Thanksgiving with family, friends and great food by offering a wholesome menu on Thursday, November 23rd. For $45 for adults and $22.50 for children under 10, families can enjoy a delicious three-course spread of holiday dishes, as well as vegan-friendly options.
Thanksgiving guests can choose between Butternut Squash “Bisque” with cinnamon croutons or a hearty Harvest Salad, complete with goat cheese, grape tomatoes, carrots, red onions, candied pecans, sundried cranberries and wild flower honey vinaigrette as an appetizer.
For the main course, the restaurant is serving Joyce Farms Heritage Turkey, accompanied by maple whipped sweet potatoes, apple cornbread stuffing, roasted green beans, caramelized Brussels sprouts, Florida orange & cranberry sauce and natural gravy. If patrons are opting for a vegan dinner, the restaurant will serve a “Stuffed” Roasted Zucchini with vegetable & apple cornbread stuffing, organic spinach and topped with tomato basil sauce.
For a sweet treat to top off a delectable feast, guests can delight in a traditional Pumpkin Pie or a warm Apple Strudel for dessert.
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort will be offering the following::
6:30AM-10:30AM – Breakfast Buffet- $33; The Continental- $23. A la carte menu also available.
10.30AM-11.30AM – A la carte Breakfast Menu only
11:30AM-6:30PM – Thanksgiving Day Brunch- $65 pp (Kids under 12- $40): Roasted Turkey carving station with all the traditional side dishes; Prime Rib; Roasted Atlantic Salmon. Seafood options to include Shrimp Cocktail, Raw bar & Assorted ceviches.
6:30 PM – Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet ($65 pp; 12 and under is $40)
Cold Station: Quinoa salad with sweet potatoes and apples; Brown Rice salad with cranberries, walnuts, mint and feta; Hummus Platter…marinated tomatoes and cucumbers (olives, onions, dill, lemon oil)…grilled artichokes, Roasted red pepper, feta cheese, Grilled Pita, hummus; Roasted baby eggplant with green beans
Seafood Station: Shrimp cocktail; Assorted ceviche (coconut, tropical and traditional); Oysters (mini tobacco, lemon, horseradish); Smoked trout
Carving Station: Whole Free Range turkey;New York Strip Steak & Prime rib
Hot Station: Roasted Brussel sprouts with pork belly; Homemade Cranberries; Green Bean Casserole; Apricot, sage and sausage stuffing
· Roasted Mash potatoes
Desserts: Mini pumpkin pies; Mini apple cobbler; Chocolate mousse with cherries
Jack’s Miami
Gather your family and take them to Jack’s Miami for a traditional Italian-American Thanksgiving. For $39 per person, guests will get to enjoy a cold antipasto platter, lasagna, turkey with cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes, and finally, pumpkin pie. Dinner will begin at 4pm-10pm.
Jaya at The Setai
Jaya at The Setai will be hosting their famous brunch on Thanksgiving Day followed by an a la carte dinner menu with special Thanksgiving dishes. Thanksgiving offerings will include the classic turkey and ham options, or roasted honey-glazed lamb leg, truffle roasted chicken and Creekstone strip loin.
Seafood options like Alaskan King Crab legs, oysters and little neck clams are also available as well as Indonesian beef rendang, Indian lamb vindaloo and traditional pad Thai. Jaya at The Setai will be covered in seasonal decorations and will Jazz music during both bruch seating. A kids club with activities will be available during the brunch as well. Brunch costs $125 per adult ($63 per child) and runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A la carte dinner starts at 6 p.m.
Jezebel Bar + Kitchen
While everyone is excited to celebrate a day of feasting and football on Thanksgiving Day, the real fun begins on Thanksgiving Eve. On Wednesday, November 22nd, Jezebel Bar + Kitchen invites guests to join them as they host their FIRST-EVER Thanksgiving Eve Party.
From 5pm – 5am, locals and out-of-towners alike are welcomed to work up their Thanksgiving appetite by dancing the night away to sounds by Arkitekt, while pre-gaming with Jezebel’s signature drinks and holiday inspired cocktail, The “Mother-In-Law.” Made with ginger, apple cider and maple syrup, the Mother-in-Law will sure to make your favorite in law more tolerable during the holidays this season and is available only on Thanksgiving Eve and Thanksgiving Day. Table service is available.
For table reservations, please contact info@jezebelmiami.com.
Kiki on The River
To celebrate, Kiki on The River has prepared a prefix specialty dinner for $39 per person. Featuring dishes like Roasted Turkey brined and marinated, Slow Roasted Porkbelly brined and cooked for 24 hours with delectable fixings of Roasted Butternut Squash with marshmallow brûlée, sautéed Green Beans with toasted almonds and dried cranberries and more. Top the evening off with a slice Pumpkin Pie and Chantily cream.
Kitchen 305
Kitchen 305 is fulfilling your brunch fantasies this Thanksgiving with an extensive buffet that includes all your traditional holiday favorites plus a few exciting new dishes. The brunch special is offered on Thursday, November 23rd between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. and costs $45 per adult, $25 per kid (6-12 years old) and is free for children 5 years old and under.
The buffet will include a Cold Buffet, seasonal greens, Sicilian Olive Salad and more; Ginger Squash Soup; Carvery station including Fresh Oven Roasted Turkey, Clove Studded Ham, Roast Prime Rib and Salmon with dill sauce; Accompaniments, such as seven grain wild rice, herbed sage and chestnut stuffing and maple glazed root vegetables are among the side dish options; and Desserts include old fashioned pumpkin pie, key lime pie, and wild cherry strudel.
For reservations, call 305.749.2110.
Komodo Lounge
Start off your Thanksgiving festivities the right way – at celeb hotspot Komodo Lounge. The intimate nightlife venue on the third floor of the iconic Brickell eatery is usually open on Friday and Saturday nights, but for the holiday, it will open its doors on Wednesday, Nov. 22, to guests and celebs alike for the ultimate party! Stop by the sexy and hip space full of trendsetting art work including unique pop art inspired decor for a night you’ll never forget.
Kuro
Kuro, the acclaimed new-style Japanese restaurant located inside Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will be offering
a Braised Turkey Leg ($24) for Thanksgiving, in addition to its regular dinner menu. Featuring contemporary, artisanal
fare created by pairing classic Japanese techniques with both locally-sourced and imported ingredients, guests are invited
to celebrate the holiday with an exciting, modern Japanese twist.
LEYNIA
LEYNIA at Delano, sbe’s Argentinian fusion concept is giving guests something to be thankful for this year with a Thanksgiving dinner perfect for the whole family! On Turkey Day, for $75/pp, guests can enjoy a specialty prix-fixe menu served family-style with a $35/pp optional Sommelier Wine Pairing.
Highlights of Chef Jose Icardi’s take on the traditional holiday include mains like Sous Vide Turkey Breast Roulade and Turkey Legs with cranberry jam; Smoked Ham topped with a chimichurri glaze; and Grilled on the Parilla in the Orchard Ham. Offerings also include inspired fixins like Peruvian Potato Salad; Brie & Spinach Empanadas with raspberry jam; and Smoked Sweet Potatoes with honey and goat cheese. End on a sweet note with a Poached Pear Tart with honey ricotta, cranberry & walnut relish.
For reservations, please call (305) 674-5752 or book your table on OpenTable.com.
Lima at Atton Brickell Miami
Lima restaurant brings the flavors of South America to the bustling Brickell neighborhood. Guests are invited to spend Thanksgiving afternoon from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the Peruvian-inspired restaurant and indulge in an expansive brunch buffet featuring seasonal dishes and fall-inspired desserts.
Standout dishes include a raw bar, belgian waffle station, slow roasted prime rib with horseradish sauce and crème fraiche, traditional roasted turkey, butternut squash soup, applewood smoked chicken breast with mushroom and truffle sauce, fresh pecan pie and much more (if you can believe it)!
To enhance the experience, a live band is set to perform throughout the afternoon to accompany stunning views of the Brickell skyline. Several pricing levels are available: $40 (unlimited mimosas/beers), $55 (unlimited house cocktails) and $22 for children.
Lure Fishbar
Under the helm of Executive Chef Nicholas Cabrera, Lure Fishbar at the iconic Loews Miami Beach Hotel will be offering three-course, prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu priced at $68 per person in addition to limited selections from their a la carte menu. Appetizers will include apple granita and butternut squash cappuccino Dressed Oysters; Farro Salad with brussels sprouts, dried cranberries, and crispy Aleppo pecans; Hokkaido Scallops with truffle burrata; Gewurtzraminer poached pears with 5-spice butternut squash, and Roasted Pumpkin prepared with hearts of palm, smoked corn, pomegranate seeds, and yuzu.
A Roasted Organic Turkey will serve as the main course accompanied by Spanish sausage and chestnut stuffing, purple cabbage cranberry slaw, and whipped Yukon Gold potatoes topped with Grandma’s secret gravy. To satisfy your sweet tooth, for dessert will be a Butternut Squash Turmeric Pie with pecan brittle, and eggnog whiskey ice cream. Earlier dinner hours for participating families will be from 5PM to 9PM.
Lutum
Although Lutum will be closed for Thanksgiving, they will be offering some tasty sides and desserts that may be ordered ahead of time and picked up to take to your Thanksgiving dinner.
Lutum’s offerings for sides will include:
– Mikey’s Mom’s Colombian Stuffing
– Cranberry Mostarda
– Once A Year Mashed Potatoes (Extra Buttery) with Gravy
– Sweet Potato Croquettes with Orange Marmalade
– Biscuits by the dozen
For desserts, they will have both apple pie and pumpkin pie available. Customers may choose to add house made bourbon ice cream to go with the apple pie and house made maple pecan ice cream to go with the pumpkin pie.
To place orders, customers should call (786) 773-3149 or email info@lutummiami.com.
MANA Wynwood
SWARM, is known for producing massive, cultured and experience filled events, and with the day before Thanksgiving being the biggest day of the year to party, it was only natural a new event be introduced. The largest “FREE” Thanksgiving block party in Miami will be located in the heart of Wynwood and headlined by Miami’s favorite, DJ Irie.
Guests are encouraged to bring toys for children ages 5 – 18, as SWARM also plans to execute the largest toy drive of the year benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters. The event is set to take place from 7pm-3am. RSVP for a free drink at turkeyturnup.com.
Meat Market Miami Beach
Meat Market Miami Beach, the trendy steakhouse on bustling Lincoln Road, is offering guests Thanksgiving a la carte specials in addition to the regular dinner menu. The innovative dishes, creatively crafted by Executive Chef Sean Brasel, include Bell and Evans Fresh Turkey Leg Roulade stuffed with sour dough, quinoa, Spanish chorizo, roasted corn, cranberry and ginger chutney, sweet corn hush puppies and collard greens ($32); and a Bell and Evans Fresh Citrus & Vanilla Marinated Sous Vide Turkey Breast wood grilled with vanilla pumpkin puree, roasted cauliflower and short rib sour cherry marmalade ($35).
There is also a Mixed Grill of Three that includes both the Bell and Evans Fresh Turkey Leg Roulade, the Bell and Evans Fresh Citrus & Vanilla Marinated Sous Vide Turkey Breast as well as a BBQ Braised Certified Angus Prime Short Rib with coffee demi and roasted bone marrow ($42).
Bar opens at 4PM and Kitchen at 5PM until midnight on Thanksgiving Day. Seating is limited; Reservations are required in advance by calling (305) 532-0088.
Mondrian South Beach
Nestled within the whimsical bayside property with cityscape views, Mondrian South Beach’s Mondrian Caffé is offering a $39 prixe fixe Thanksgiving feast for guests and locals. The menu features options for appetizer, main course and dessert including Butternut Squash Soup, with fried sage and créme fraiche and dried cranberries, Roasted Turkey breast with classic stuffing, green beans and mashed sweet potato and apple pie a la mode for dessert.
Mondrian will also be featuring a cocktail special, the Pum-King featuring Tequila Reposado, lemon, homemade pumpkin spice mix and bitters.
Nancy
Expert mixologists at Nancy, Little Havana’s cool cocktail haunt, are serving up a Pumpkin Spiced Crown Royal Old Fashions – Crown Canadian Whisky-infused with local Florida pumpkin, holiday-spiced Demerrara, Blackstrap bitters, topped with roasted pumpkin garnish, through the end of November.
Nautilus South Beach
Skip the preparation at home and celebrate at Nautilus South Beach’s Midcentury-style beachside hotel eatery, the Nautilus Cabana Club. Priced at $55 per person, the Mediterranean hotspot will prepare a Traditional Thanksgiving Buffet from 11:30am-6pm, featuring appetizers of Seafood Ceviche, Roasted Corn and Quinoa Salad, Little Gem Salad, Kale Salad, Roasted Beet Salad, Orzo and Sundried Tomato Salad, and Butternut Squash Soup, as well as Mezee & Antipasto such as Humus Dip, Eggplant Dip, Tzatziki, Pickled Vegetables, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Cold Cuts and Assorted Cheese.
Guests can also expect a Carving Station featuring Roast Turkey with wild mushrooms stuffing, preserve cranberry and rosemary au jus, Atlantic Salmon with brown butter sauce and Prime Rib topped with roasted garlic and rosemary au jus, and to finish, a Desserts Station with Pumpkin Pie, Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake, Dark Chocolate Walnut Caramel Pie, Cranberry and Blueberry Tart, Tres Leches, Tiramisu and Assorted Mini Fruit Tarts.
Neomi’s Grill
There’s always something to be thankful for…especially not having to cook a feast on Thanksgiving. Leave all the heavy lifting – or cooking rather – to Executive Chef Kurtis Jantz and his talented culinary team at Neomi’s Grill. This Sunny Isles hotspot, located in the Trump International Beach Resort, is featuring a Thanksgiving Day brunch with jazz musician Eduardo Quintana.
Delight in a cornucopia of delicious buffet offerings including traditional favorites as well as locally-inspired selections imbued with a hybrid South Floridian spirit that is emblematic of Executive Chef Kurtis Jantz’s cuisine. For starters, guests can opt for a Butternut Squash and Corn Chowder Soup, savor traditional Mediterranean staples such as Baba Ganoush, and enjoy a seafood bar with Rock & King Crab, in addition to an antipasto station complete with Bresaola Cured Beef and Foie Gras Mousse Paté, to name a few.
Locals are encouraged to save room for signature dishes including Lobster Benedict, Guinness Beef Bourguignon served with buttermilk biscuits, Baked Cavatelli, Neomi’s 24-hour Short Ribs, Arugula Pesto Grilled Halibut, and of course, the main star, Thanks for Giving Turkey herb butter-basted and slow roasted, served with Hialeah chorizo cornbread stuffing, giblet gravy and cranberry sauce. Kiddos enjoy a special ‘thank you’ menu featuring Chicken Tenders, Mac n’ Cheese and other favorites.
Calories do not count on Thanksgiving. So go ahead, live a little and fill up your plate with decadent desserts like Southern Chocolate Chess Pie Cranberry, DIY Pumpkin Cupcakes, Sweet Potato Danish Bread Pudding with spiced rum Dulce De Leche, and more.
Available from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 23, 2017. $55 per adult and $25 per child; ages 4 and under eat free. $20 for unlimited champagne, mimosas and bellini’s. Tax and gratuity is additional. Reservations are required — call (305) 692-5770.
Nikki Beach Miami
To celebrate, Nikki Beach Miami has prepared a specialty a la carte lunch menu for Thanksgiving Day. Featuring dishes like Turkey rolled with Sage Stuffing and Honey Baked Ham with fixings like Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Four Cheese Mac N’Cheese and more. Delectable desserts such as Sweet Potato Pie topped with marshmallow cream, Pumpkin Pie and Apple Pie will also be offered.
Point Royal
Chef Geoffrey Zakarian’s Coastal American restaurant is the Diplomat Beach Resort’s modern take on a seaside restaurant. The indoor-outdoor venue is offering a lavish Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet Menu which offers expansive seasonal spread and features everything from a sausage-stuffed boneless whole turkey to traditional pumpkin pie.
Other standout dishes include house-cured smoked wild boar ham, turkey pot pies, malted waffles and pecan pie. The experience is complemented by a center bar focused on fresh juice based cocktails and an extensive wine list. Price is $50 for adults (includes bottomless hard cider punch, coffee or juice) and $25 for children 12 and under.
Piccolo Ristorante
Chef Andres Avayú of Fort Lauderdale’s premier spot for exquisite Italian-influenced cuisine, Piccolo Ristorante, is hosting a Thanksgiving-themed wine dinner with Opici Wines on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. The delectable, four-course menu, priced at $75 per person, excluding tax and gratuities, is an ode to Avayú’s favorite Thanksgiving flavors and dishes with influences from his Chilean upbringing, as well as innovative, modern-Italian twists, from his true scratch kitchen.
Dreams are sure to come true for wine and food aficionados, and just about anyone with a palate. Making absolutely everything from scratch, Avayú will serve a line-up that includes a creamy, sweet and savory Sweet Potato Agnolotti with charred Brussels sprouts, paired with a crisp Domaine Eden Chardonnay; followed by chef’s Italian take on a traditional Chilean Pastel de Papa – a baked casserole of seasoned ground beef, veal and pork with smoked provolone and aged parmigiana Reggiano, between two layers of velvety mashed potatoes – and aptly paired with Luiano Chianti Classico Reserva.
Third is a cravable Duck Confit Pot Pie – three-day duck confit, seasoned, braised, shredded, mixed with hearty veggies, and stuffed into a rich and flaky crust, complemented with a bold Jamieson Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon. Lastly, guests will complete their meal with a light and tangy Cranberry Panna Cotta, made to be reminiscent of homemade cranberry sauce with the dish’s refreshing orange sherbet.
Piccolo Ristorante’s Thanksgiving-themed Wine Dinner, priced at $75 per person excluding tax and gratuities, will take place Thursday, November 16, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. Reservations, which must be made by Wednesday, November 15, require a credit card to hold, and can be made by calling 954.776.8066 or emailing info@piccolofl.com.
Pinch Kitchen
For Thanksgiving Pinch Kitchen will once again be offering a semi-traditional Thanksgiving dinner with a touch of Pinch to go. Although the restaurant will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, guests will have various options to pre-order some classic items to celebrate the holiday with their loved ones at home.
This year, Pinch will offer four different Thanksgiving options to accommodate everyone’s holiday celebrations:
- Whole Roasted Turkey
- Pinch Thanksgiving Sides – Spicy Brussel Sprouts with bacon and a balsamic glaze, Truffled Mashed potatoes with gravy, and Pinch Style stuffing
- Complete Thanksgiving Dinner to include Whole Roasted Turkey and Pinch Thanksgiving sides
- Pumpkin and/or Pecan Pies
Customers may place orders by calling 305.631.2018. On Black Friday, Pinch Kitchen will be open for a special Friday brunch from 10:30am to 4:30pm to help keep customers fueled between the shopping madness. That evening, they will open for regular dinner service from 6pm to 11pm.
Reservations for both brunch and dinner on Black Friday are encouraged and may be made through OpenTable.
Pullman Miami Hotel
Pullman Miami Hotel is serving a special Thanksgiving menu with a French flare for both lunch and dinner on Thursday, November 23rd. The menu is $25 per person and includes Roasted Turkey, Purple Mashed Potatoes with Gravy and Steamed Vegetables.
Repour Bar
Repour Bar will be open on Thanksgiving and hosting a Friendsgiving Potluck! There will be $5 Rum Punch, $5 Sangria, and $10 Shot and Beer specials. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite dish to share. Guests that bring a dish for the potluck will enjoy a complimentary glass of sangria or rum punch.
Rusty Pelican
Rusty Pelican, known for its dazzling waterfront views, is inviting families to a fabulous feast on Thanksgiving Day. For $85 per adult and $35 per child (excluding tax and gratuity) the Brunch Buffet served from 10AM-3PM is a cornucopia of choices including breakfast favorites like made-to-order Eggs Benedict and Omelets; food stations with Sushi, Raw Bar, Ceviche and Tartare, and a Lobster Clam Bake.
Also on offer are carving stations with Rosemary Crusted Leg of Lamb, Garlic Crusted Prime Rib and Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi as well as traditional holiday favorites like Whole Roasted Turkey and Whole Roasted Chipotle Honey Ham. End the meal on a sweet note with an assortment of Mini Desserts and Pastries like Pumpkin Pie, Carrot Cake, Pecan Cheese Cake, Apple Tarts and Chocolate Mousse Cake. For Dinner, beginning at 6PM, diners can choose from a la carte options for both children and adults or a special pre-set menu for $70 per person (excluding tax and gratuity).
The prix-fixe bounty features Butternut Squash with Blackened Shrimp Soup, Salad with Endive and Rocket Arugula, Spiced Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Lemon Vinaigrette, a choice of entrées like the classic Maple Roast Turkey with Cornbread and Apple Sausage Stuffing Cranberry Jelly, Grilled Baby Carrots with Chipotle Sweet Potato and Toasted Pistachios; Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Black Rice, Foie Gras Mousse, and Chorizo Emulsion; or Pineapple Glazed Pork with Manchego Cheese and Rosemary Polenta, and Cilantro Corn Relish and a dessert option of Bourbon Apple Pie with Pumpkin Spiced Ice Cream.
A specialty cocktail is available for an additional $12. For reservations, please call (305) 361-3818.
Stiltsville Fish Bar
Stiltsville Fish Bar, the new nautical-inspired seafood spot in Miami Beach, is offering a three-course Thanksgiving Meal – served family style – with seatings at 12PM, 2PM, 4PM and 6PM. To start, guests can dive into a Brussel Sprout Leaf Salad with local pomelo, pomegranate glazed and roasted pearl onion, crumbled farmers cheese and big fat salty roasted pecans; Smoked Okeechobee Fish Dip with maze and benne seed crackers and pickles; and Sour Orange Yellow Tail Snapper Ceviche with big corn-little corn popped corn and Jamaican sweet potato.
Main course options include choice of Atlantic Sea Salt Roasted Whole Fish with several of Chef’s favorite sauces; Bay Leaf and Citrus Crusted Fried Turkey with Stiltsville hot sauce; or Grilled Pumpkin with cayenne toasted seeds, goat cheese cream and pickled onion. Tasty sides include Tobacco Smoked Plantain Mofongo Stuffin’, Cornbread Spoon Bread, Whipped Sweet Potatoes with black pepper marshmallow, Cranberry Smash and Dade County Tangelo and Lemon Brined and Grilled Broccoli with heirloom tomato jam.
For that sweet finish – Apple Custard Pie with mascarpone ice cream or Coconut Key Lime Pie with coconut graham cracker crust, whipped cream and fresh Key Lime. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling (786) 353-0477.
TALDE at The Confidante Miami Beach
All month long in November, TALDE will feature a special Thanksgiving Ramen bowl to celebrate the holiday. This over-the-top ramen bowl takes Thanksgiving to a whole new level. Starting off with a traditional bowl of Ramen, pile on turkey breast, stuffing, pickled cranberries, mushroom gravy tare, and finally creamed spinach wontons to complete this mouth-watering fusion of flavors. Make sure to bring a friend, as the Thanksgiving Ramen ($17) serves two. Price is $17.
Terra Mare
Fort Lauderdale’s newest oceanfront eatery, Terra Mare, offers a broad range of market fresh and locally sourced land and sea shared plate dining options, mixing popular tastes from all over the world with a focus on South Florida location. Executive Johan Svensson’s Thanksgiving menu incorporates seasonal favorites including a Butternut Squash Soup, Balsamic and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Turkey, Prime Rib with Truffle Jus, Sweet Potato Puree & Marshmallows and more.
Sweet lovers rejoice! Dessert includes a Pecan Pie with whipped cream and fresh berries, an Apple Crumble with vanilla bean ice cream and Nutella Chocolate Mousse. Guests can pair their holiday dinner sweeping panoramic views of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Terra Mare offers an indoor dining room or outside patio seating. Price is $75 per person, and reservations are accepted from 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The Anderson
Get in on the ultimate feast at the second annual Friendsgiving at The Anderson on Monday, November 20, from 6 – 9 PM. The holiday ticketed charity event wrangles up the best restaurateurs in Miami for a food and drink event benefiting the All Day Foundation, a Non-Profit organization dedicated to supporting the children in our communities by raising awareness across the food and beverage industry.
Enjoy bites from each restaurant with cocktails from The Anderson Bar and live music all afternoon long.
Tickets are $50 and include bites and booze from participating venues: Alter, Beaker & Gray, Lutum, Pinch, Federal Donuts, Makoto, 27 Restaurant & Bar, Fufi Restaurant, Sweet Melody Ice Cream, El Bagel, Firito Taco, Vera Sur, Taquiza, Bloodless Vegan, Sasha Ariel, Cake Thai and Michaels Genuine Food & Drink.
Tickets are available for purchase here.
The National Hotel
Tamara Bistro is testing our will-power with its Holiday Temptation menu. The featured menu will be offered on Thursday, November 23rd from 5 to 10 p.m. The prix fixe menu is $39 per person with featured wine specials. The menu includes a first course, either soup or salad; a Thanksgiving turkey entrée served with sides such as fig stuffing; and a choice of dessert.
The National is extending their celebration of Thanksgiving into the weekend with an a-la-carte brunch on Sunday, November 26th. The special menu is $39 per person and an additional $20 for bottomless mimosas.
The Newport Pier
Celebrate Thanksgiving with savory food and spectacular views at Beach Bar. The popular pier restaurant will be serving a Turkey dinner ($24.95), which includes stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans and choice of pumpkin or apple pie.
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Frost Science Museum will be open all day on Thanksgiving, and it is the perfect place to spend with family and friends. Come by and experience the 250-seat planetarium, eye-opening exhibits, and the captivating three-level aquarium. Don’t miss this opportunity to walk off those Thanksgiving calories in 250,000 square feet of fun! Tickets are available at www.frostscience.org/tickets.
Three at Wynwood Arcade
Three at Wynwood Arcade will be open from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Guests can enjoy a $95 four-course prix-fixe menu that includes options like wahoo tiradito, cured calabaza soup, citrus glazed pork belly, pecan tart and more. Tax and gratuity are not included.
Upland
There are two options to enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner designed by chef Justin Smillie! Guests who choose to dine in can order from Upland’s a la carte menu or opt for a family style Thanksgiving Feast for $52 per person. The menu features wood-fired turkey, oyster stuffing, charcoal-roasted vegetable mélange, mashed potato gratin and cranberry compote along with a special Thanksgiving dessert.
Those looking to bring a taste of Upland home can pre-order the same feast for four – 12 guests and pickup at the restaurant in advance. Price is $48 per person; Thanksgiving Dinner is served from 1 to 9 p.m. in the restaurant. Takeout orders must be placed 48 hours in advance.
Vagabond Kitchen and Bar
For $45, guests can enjoy a 4-course traditional Thanksgiving meal in this beautifully decorated retro vibe restaurant located in the heart of MiMo. The menu is complete with Butternut squash soup and roasted turkey! The restaurant will be open at 5pm for dinner.
VEZA SUR Brewing Co.
Celebrate Thanksgiving early with friends and loved ones at VEZA SUR Brewing Co., Wynwood’s newest craft brewery. Kick-off your Sunday with a bountiful Friendsgiving BBQ served family style, complete with Veza Sur beer-brined local turkey, Pan Cubano and Longaniza stuffing, Abuela’s Gravy, Fried Yucan con Mojo, Guajillo Cranberry Sauce and Baja Miso Brussels, courtesy of Baja Bao, Veza Sur’s on-property food truck.
Wash it down with Veza Sur’s newest beer release – Mala Yerba Double IPA | $7 – and dance to the rhythms and feel-good-vibes of the brewery’s weekly live entertainment.