Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but with the hustle and bustle of heading into the holiday season, you might not have your Thanksgiving Day plans set just yet. Don’t worry, Secret D.C. has you covered! Whether you’re observing the holiday or are looking to indulge in a delicious feast, there are numerous dine-in and takeout options in Washington, D.C..
1. Cafe Riggs
Dine-in: This brasserie-influenced restaurant is putting a European twist on the traditional Thanksgiving dinner offerings with menu items including smoked duck breast, roasted butternut squash soup, and braised turkey thigh served with brioche and foie gras stuffing for $75 per person.
Location: 900 F St NW, Washington, D.C., 20004
2. Cure Bar & Bistro
Cure Bar & Bistro is offering two Thanksgiving deals this year!
Dine-in & Takeout: The first is a complete three-course ‘ Turkey-To-Go’ meal that will feed up to eight people this Thanksgiving for $400 and the second is a dine-in Thanksgiving Feast for you to enjoy at the restaurant.
Location: 1000 H Street NW
3. Cranes
Takeout: Showcasing outstanding dishes created by Chef Pepe Moncayo, Cranes’ take-out offerings feature braised veal shank for four ($225) and a crispy oven-roasted suckling pig for two ($150). These menu items are accompanied by tasty sides like double buttered mashed potatoes and squash and brown butter puree.
Location: 724 9th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
4. Gravitas
Dine-in: The Michelin-Starred restaurant Gravitas will host a special four-course Thanksgiving tasting menu for $135 per person and a children’s dinner for an extra $35 per child.
Location: 1401 Okie St. NE, Washington, D.C., 20002
5. Lyle’s
Dine-in: Lyle’s is offering a pre-fixe Thanksgiving menu for $55 per person, with an optional wine pairing for $35 per person. Guests can anticipate classics like roasted turkey breast and thighs, rosemary stuffing, and butternut squash soup.
Location: 1731 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
6. Bourbon Steak
Dine-in: The Bourbon Steak Thanksgiving experience will feature a three-course pre-fixe menu that will include some of the famous steakhouse’s signature dishes like the butter-poached steaks and the duck fat fries.
You’ll dine in for $190 per person and enjoy some iconic Thanksgiving dishes prepared by a James Beard award-winning chef, Michael Mina.
Location: 2800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., 20007
7. Nobu
Takeout: Thanksgiving is getting fishy at Nobu’s D.C. location! The famous sushi spot will offer several takeout options, including a classic Thanksgiving for two, featuring edamame, sashimi salad, yellowtail jalapeno, and more!
Location: 2525 M St. NW, Washington, D.C., 20037
8. Chang Chang
Takeout: Dupont Circle’s Chang Chang is offering a modern Chinese Thanksgiving feast that will feed four people as a full meal or up to ten as appetizers and side dishes.
Take home, heat, and eat this takeout dinner, featuring delicious Thanksgiving classics given a unique Chinese twist such as the famed chef’s Peking Duck (with sauce & ten lotus buns), Dry Pot Spicy Potatoes, Green Beans with Ya Cai, and Dry-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms & Eggplant.
Location: 1200 19th St. NW, Suite 110, Washington, D.C., 20036
9. Waldorf Astoria D.C.
Dine-in: Waldorf Astoria D.C. is hosting two distinct seatings for its Thanksgiving Buffet, the first at noon and the second at 2:30 pm on Thanksgiving Day.
The price is set at $150 per adult, $50 per child 10 & under – patrons can partake in a mix of traditional Thanksgiving foods (cornbread stuffing and sweet potato puree), as well as unique tastings from a susi & nigiri station or the famous raw bar.
Location: 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., 20004
10. The Square
Takeout: The Square invites you to choose from a brined, ready-to-bake turkey ($89.95), or indulge in a complete holiday feast for 10 ($249.95). They also offer a number of standalone sides, including stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie (starting at $14.95). Orders are available for pickup at The Square from November 22 to 27, between 3 pm and 6 pm.
Location: 1850 K St NW, Washington, D.C. 20006
11. No Goodbyes
Dine-in: Tucked inside the stunning LINE hotel in D.C., No Goodbyes offers the perfect elevated atmosphere to enjoy a three-course Thanksgiving dinner. Priced at $97 per person, the menu highlights include escarole salad, turkey roulade with stuffing, sugar snap peas, cranberry sauce, and gravy, and bourbon chocolate pecan pie. Guests can also add on a wine pairing to the experience for $55 per person.
Location: 1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009
12. Moon Rabbit
Takeout: Moon Rabbit by Chef Kevin Tien is pulling out all the stops for a take-away Thanksgiving dinner this year. Priced at $295 for four people, the splurge-worthy menu includes turkey breast stuffed with andouille sausage, southern cornbread stuffing, Sichuan green beans, miso pumpkin pie, and more. À la carte items, and wine, can be added for an additional price.
Location: 927 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
13. Thompson Restaurants
Takeout: All part of the Thompson Restaurant family, Makers Union, Hen Quarter, Matchbox, and Milk & Honey are offering delicious Thanksgiving meal packages this holiday season. From a classic roasted turkey with gravy and cranberry sauce to honey ham and candied yams, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Plus, if you’re looking to give back to the community, Thompson Restaurants has partnered with Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation to help donate Thanksgiving meals to families in need. Those donating a meal can opt to provide dinner for 2 for $50 or dinner for 4 for $100. Learn more about this special initiative here.
Location: Multiple restaurants (Makers Union, Hen Quarter, Matchbox, and Milk & Honey)
14. Teddy & The Bully Bar
Dine-in: For $75 per adult and $28 per child 12 and under, customers can feast on a full spread, including apple-brined turkey, mac and cheese, brioche stuffing, sweet potato casserole, and more!
Take out: If you would rather have your Thanksgiving meal from the comfort of your own home, then Teddy & The Bully Bar has an option you too!
For those of you who would prefer it, you can order to-go packages containing all the festive favorites starting at $75 for a package meant for 1 person and up to $630 for a package meant for a group of 10.
They also have options for additional sides, so you can make sure everyone in the group gets exactly what they want this upcoming Thanksgiving.
Location: 1200 19th St NW, Washington, D.C., 20036