Hours spent shopping, cleaning and cooking on a precious day off work? Hmm, not so much. A dazzling Thanksgiving spread without lifting a finger yourself? Now you're talking turkey.
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Thanksgiving restaurants in Chicago
Make reservations for Thanksgiving dinner at these open restaurants
November 21, 2009
Thanksgiving at 676 Restaurant & Bar
- 676 Restaurant & Bar - Omni Chicago Hotel - 676 N. Michigan Ave. - River North
A four-course dinner features turkey, pumpkin-stuffed gnocchi, pork chops, pumpkin pie and chocolate mousse.
Thanksgiving at Amber
- Amber - 13 N. Cass Ave. - Westmont
A four-course meal features butternut squash soup with curry cream, carved turkey with cranberry relish, sliced spiral ham with sweet potato puree, sauteed whitefish with grilled asparagus and pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving at Allgauer's
- Allgauer's - In the Hilton Lisle/Naperville - 3003 Corporate West Drive - Lisle
A buffet features snow crab legs, butternut squash bisque, deviled eggs, herb-crusted leg of lamb, honey-glazed ham, sage-roasted turkey, lemon meringue tarts and more.
Thanksgiving at Ann Sather-Belmont Avenue
- Ann Sather - 909 W. Belmont Ave. - Lakeview
A prix-fixe meal includes a choice of roasted turkey, beef tenderloin, broiled salmon with mustard dill sauce or spinach lasagna, served with celery-sage stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and more.
Thanksgiving at Ann Sather Cafe
- Ann Sather Cafe - 3411 N. Broadway - Boystown
A prix-fixe meal includes a choice of roasted turkey, beef tenderloin, broiled salmon with mustard dill sauce or spinach lasagna, served with celery-sage stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and more.
Thanksgiving at Big Jones
- Big Jones - 5347 N. Clark St. - Andersonville
A four-course dinner features fried green tomatoes, short ribs with fried mashed potatoes, seared wild striped sea bass, sweet potato pie, red velvet cake and more.
Thanksgiving at Bin 36
- Bin 36 - 339 N. Dearborn St. - River North
Executive chef John Caputo prepares a three-course dinner with family style sides.
Thanksgiving at Bistro 110
- Bistro 110 - 110 E. Pearson St. - Gold Coast
Chef Dominique Tougne creates a prix-fixe meal of American favorites with a French twist. Limited a la carte menu also available.
Thanksgiving at Birch River Grill
- Birch River Grill - The DoubleTree Hotel - 75 W. Algonquin Rd. - Arlington Heights
A buffet features maple-glazed free-range turkey, brown butter green beans, apple-sausage cornbread stuffing, cranberry-orange relish and more.
Thanksgiving at Blue Bayou
- Blue Bayou - 3734 N. Southport Ave. - Lakeview
A buffet features turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gumbo, jambalaya and pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving at Bistrot Margot
- Bistrot Margot - 1437 N. Wells St. - Old Town
Features a three-course menu.
Thanksgiving at C-House
- C-House - Affinia Chicago hotel - 166 E. Superior St. - Streeterville
Features a limited a la carte menu and a three-course dinner.
Thanksgiving at Cafe des Architectes
- Cafe des Architectes - Sofitel Chicago Water Tower - 20 E. Chestnut St. - Gold Coast
Select four courses from a prix-fixe menu.
Thanksgiving at Carlucci
- Carlucci Downers Grove - 1801 Butterfield Rd. - Downers Grove
A three-course dinner features corn chowder, lobster bisque, roast turkey, filet mignon, grilled salmon with eggplant, lobster ravioli, creme brulee and pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving at Carmine's
- Carmine's - 1043 N. Rush St. - Rush & Division
A traditional turkey dinner features Caesar salad; brown butter and sage stuffing; cranberry relish; green beans almandine; mashed sweet potatoes; and more. The regular menu is also available.
Thanksgiving at Chicago Diner
- Chicago Diner - 3411 N. Halsted St. - Chicago
Choose from a three-course vegan or raw dinner.
Thanksgiving at Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Chicago Firehouse Restaurant - 1401 S. Michigan Ave. - South Loop
A buffet features traditional holiday dishes and more.
Thanksgiving at Chief O'Neill's
- Chief O'Neill's Pub - 3471 N. Elston Ave. - Irving Park / Avondale
Includes a special four-course holiday menu.
Thanksgiving at China Grill
- China Grill - 230 N. Michigan Ave. - Loop
A four-course tasting menu is available in addition to the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Cite
- Cite - Lake Point Tower - 505 N. Lake Shore Drive - Gold Coast
A brunch buffet features made-to-order omelets, French toast, smoked salmon, crab claws, honey-roasted turkey, prime rib, mushroom risotto, green bean almond casserole and more.
Thanksgiving at Coco Pazzo Cafe
- Coco Pazzo Cafe - 636 N. St. Clair St. - Gold Coast
A four-course menu features mushroom and potato soup; butternut squash and leek risotto; roasted turkey breast with focaccia-sausage stuffing; and pumpkin flan with cinnamon cookies.
Thanksgiving at Cooper's Hawk
- Cooper's Hawk - 15690 S. Harlem Avenue - Orland Park
Features a three-course family-style dinner in addition to the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Courtright's
- Courtright's - 8989 S. Archer Ave. - Willow Springs
A three- ($50) or four-course ($60) menu features pumpkin risotto, oven-roasted turkey breast, sauteed beef tenderloin, pan-seared salmon, grilled pork loin, pumpkin pie and more.
Thanksgiving at Custom House
- Custom House - 500 S. Dearborn St. - South Loop
Executive chef Aaron Deal prepares a three-course dinner.
Thanksgiving at David Burke's Primehouse
- David Burke's Primehouse - 616 N. Rush St. - River North
Features a four-course dinner with sides and leftovers to take home.
Thanksgiving at Devon Seafood Grill
- Devon Seafood Grill - 39 E Chicago Ave - River North
A three-course dinner features butternut squash soup, Maine lobster bisque, roast turkey, orange-cranberry relish, chocolate velvet cake and more.
Thanksgiving at Dine
- Dine - 733 W. Madison St. - West Loop
A three-course menu with sides includes butternut squash bisque, herb-roasted turkey, green beans with crispy onions, roasted sweet potatoes and pumpkin spice cake.
Thanksgiving at the Drake Hotel
- Drake Hotel - 140 E. Walton Pl. - Magnificent Mile
Buffets feature carving stations, seafood, desserts and more.
Thanksgiving at Elate
- Elate - Hotel Felix - 111 W. Huron St. - River North
A three-course tasting menu features options such as roasted chestnut soup, herb-roasted turkey and pumpkin pot de creme with chantilly cream. Limited regular menu also available.
Thanksgiving at Eve
- Eve - 840 N. Wabash Ave. - Gold Coast
Choose from one of four regionally inspired four-course dinners.
Thanksgiving at Fireplace Inn
- Fireplace Inn - 1448 N. Wells St. - Old Town
A three-course dinner features sweet potatoes, gravy, salad and pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving at Fulton's on the River
- Fulton's on the River - 315 N. La Salle St. - River North
A chef’s table-style buffet features seasonal salads and vegetables, apple cider-brined turkey breasts, seared lake trout, smoked ham-goat cheese-dried cranberry sourdough stuffing, pear-golden raisin-chestnut ciabatta stuffing, pumpkin cheesecake and more.
Thanksgiving at Glen Prairie
- Glen Prairie Fine Food & Drink - Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn - 1250 Roosevelt Road - Glen Ellyn
A three-course meal features butternut squash and apple bisque; shaved fennel and baby greens salad; grilled free range turkey tenderloin; and pumpkin cheesecake.
Thanksgiving at The Grotto
- The Grotto Oakbrook - 3011 Butterfield Rd. - Oakbrook
A buffet features oysters, crab claws, prime rib, turkey with stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans almandine, pumpkin pie, pecan pie and more.
Thanksgiving at Harry Caray's
- Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - 33 W. Kinzie St. - River North
A special prime rib or turkey dinner is available in addition to the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Harry Caray's Lombard
- Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - 70 Yorktown Center - Lombard
A special prime rib ($37.50) or turkey ($29.50) dinner is available, in addition to the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Harry Caray's Rosemont
- Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - 10233 W. Higgins Rd. - Rosemont
A prime rib ($39.95, $18.95 for kids under age 13) or turkey ($29.95; $16.95 for kids under age 13) dinner is available in addition to the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Horizon Cafe
- Horizon Cafe - 3805 N. Broadway - Chicago
Get a traditional four-course dinner with all the trimmings.
Thanksgiving at Indian Lakes Resort
- Indian Lakes Resort - 250 W. Schick Rd. - Bloomingdale
A buffet features butternut squash bisque, slow-roasted turkey, parmesan-crusted tilapia, sweet potato casserole, cornbread stuffing, pumpkin pie and more.
Thanksgiving at Italiasia
- Italiasia - Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 15th Floor - 350 W. Mart Center Dr. - River North
An all-you-can-eat buffet includes pasta with veal meatballs, honey-glazed ham, orzo with sun dried tomatoes and more. The regular menu is also available.
Thanksgiving at Jake Melnick's
- Jake Melnick's Corner Tap - 41 E. Superior St. - River North
Features a buffet in addition to a limited a la carte menu.
Thanksgiving at Karma
- Karma - Inside the Crowne Plaza North Shore - 510 E. Route 83 - Mundelein
A buffet features gingered butternut squash soup, roast turkey breast, mashed red skin potatoes or sweet potatoes, grilled asparagus, green bean casserole, turkey gravy, cranberry relish and apple pie.
Thanksgiving at Koi
- Koi Chinese and Sushi - 624 Davis St. - Evanston
Order an entree and get a $20 gift certificate for your next visit.
Thanksgiving at Lockwood
- Lockwood Restaurant - Palmer House Hilton, lobby level - 17 E. Monroe St. - Loop
A buffet features traditional American fare and champagne.
Thanksgiving at Maggiano's Little Italy
- Maggiano's Little Italy - 240 Oakbrook Court - Oak Brook
A four-course family-style dinner includes bruschetta, Caesar salad, roast turkey, ham, creamed corn, mashed sweet potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, baked ziti, four cheese ravioli, mushroom ravioli, pumpkin praline cheesecake and more.
Thanksgiving at Markethouse
- Markethouse - Doubletree Hotel Chicago - 611 N. Fairbanks Ct. - Gold Coast
Three-course prix-fixe menu featuring heartland-inspired holiday fare.
Thanksgiving at McCormick & Schmick's on Wacker
- McCormick & Schmick's - 1 E. Wacker Drive - Loop
Features a three-course dinner in addition to the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Meson Sabika
- Meson Sabika - 1025 Aurora Ave. - Naperville
A free three-course dinner for guests with special needs or those facing financial trouble. Includes salad, turkey, dessert and a drink.
Thanksgiving at NoMI
- NoMI - Park Hyatt Hotel, 7th floor - 800 N. Michigan Ave. - River North
Chef’s tables feature steamed snow crab claws, applewood-smoked trout, assorted sushi, fennel and apple salad, sweet potatoes, roasted root vegetables, apple streusel tarts, maple panna cotta and much more. Mains served a la carte.
Thanksgiving at O’H American Grill
- O'H American Grill - 9300 W Bryn Mawr Ave, - Rosemont
A buffet features roasted turkey with cranberry relish, honey-baked ham, maple candied sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie and red velvet cake.
Thanksgiving at Palette Bistro
- Palette Bistro - 2834 N. Southport Ave. - Lakeview
Dine on turkey or filet mignon during this three-course meal. Additional menu options: roasted pumpkin soup, Caesar salad and pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving at Park Grill
- Park Grill - Millennium Park - 11 N. Michigan Ave. - Grant Park Museums
Specials augment the regular menu.
Thanksgiving at Pelago Ristorante
- Pelago Ristorante - Raffaello Hotel - 201 E. Delaware Pl. - Gold Coast
Five-course dinner features organic turkey with trimmings, yam-filled ravioli, pumpkin cake with apple pudding and more. Includes a glass of prosecco and turkey leftovers to take home.
Thanksgiving at Prairie Grass Cafe
- Prairie Grass Cafe - 601 Skokie Blvd. - Northbrook
Features roasted turkey; mashed potatoes; apple and sage stuffing; sweet potatoes with marshmallow topping; cranberry sauce; and pumpkin and pecan pies.
Thanksgiving at Restaurant Michael
- Restaurant Michael - 64 Green Bay Rd. - Winnetka
A family-style dinner includes roast turkey, roast tenderloin, sides, dessert, soup, salad and bread.
Thanksgiving at The Restaurant at Conrad
- The Restaurant at Conrad - The Conrad Chicago hotel, 5th Floor - 521 N. Rush St. - River North
A four-course menu features traditional fare.
Thanksgiving at the Signature Room at the 95th
- Signature Room at the 95th - 875 N. Michigan Ave. - Magnificent Mile
Executive Chef Patrick Sheerin prepares a three-course dinner featuring appetizer and dessert buffets. Includes live jazz music from the Bill Peterson Trio.
Thanksgiving at Shaw's Crab House
- Shaw's Crab House - 1900 E. Higgins Rd. - Schaumburg
A family style four-course dinner includes leftovers to take home.
Thanksgiving at Sixteen
- Sixteen - Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, 16th Floor - 401 N. Wabash Ave. - River North
Holiday brunch ($115; $25 for kids ages 8 and under) and prix-fixe dinner options ($95-$120).
Spirit of Chicago Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise
- Spirit of Chicago - 600 E. Grand Ave. - Streeterville
Skyline views from the lake complement a traditional menu of holiday fare. Includes a DJ and entertainment.
Thanksgiving at State and Lake
- State and Lake - The Wit Hotel, ground floor - 201 N. State St. - Loop
A la carte holiday specials include autumn squash soup, sausage stuffing and braised turkey leg. A set meal including the turkey leg entree also is available for $25.
Thanksgiving at SugarToad
- SugarToad - Hotel Arista - 2139 CityGate Ln. - Naperville
Executive chef Geoff Rhyne prepares a three-course dinner.
Thanksgiving at Sushi Samba Rio
- Sushi Samba Rio - 504 N. Wells St. - River North
A la carte holiday options include turkey with sweet potato fries and cranberry-teriyaki glaze ($24), pumpkin-cinnamon bread pudding ($10) and more.
Thanksgiving at Tapas Valencia
- Tapas Valencia - 1530 S. State St. - South Loop
A free three-course dinner for guests with special needs or those facing financial trouble. Includes salad, turkey, dessert and a drink.
Thanksgiving at Topaz
- Topaz - 780 Village Center Drive - Burr Ridge
A buffet features turkey, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and more.
Thanksgiving at Trader Vic's
- Trader Vic's - 1030 N. State St. - Near North Side
A buffet features traditional turkey and rib eye, plus kung pao pork, Atlantic salmon, roasted veggies, apricot stuffing, a mashed potato station and a variety of desserts.
Thanksgiving at Tramonto's Steak & Seafood
- Tramonto's Steak & Seafood and RT Lounge - Westin Chicago North Shore - 601 N. Milwaukee Ave. - Wheeling
A four-course family style dinner features butternut squash soup, roasted turkey with cranberry sauce, braised beef short rib, maple-whipped sweet potatoes, sage stuffing, creamed spinach and pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving at Va Pensiero
- Va Pensiero - 1566 Oak Ave. - Evanston
Chef Jeff Muldrow prepares a four-course dinner.
Thanksgiving at Vermilion
- Vermilion - 10 W. Hubbard St. - River North
A six-course dinner features roasted corn soup; corn and yucca flour bread; cardamom-smoked turkey breast; pumpkin pie; and white chocolate pudding.
Thanksgiving at Viand Restaurant
- Viand Restaurant - Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown hotel - 155 E. Ontario St. - River North
A three-course dinner includes roasted turkey, herb-crusted salmon, stuffed-roasted pork loin, vegetarian lasagna and salad and dessert buffets.
Thanksgiving at Victory's Banner
- Victory's Banner - 2100 W. Roscoe St. - Roscoe Village
Three seatings feature a set menu of vegetarian fare. Also available for carryout.
Thanksgiving at Wildfire Schaumburg
- Wildfire - 1250 E. Higgins Rd. - Schaumburg
A family-style dinner features roasted turkey, roasted beef tenderloin, sweet potato casserole, pumpkin pie and more.
Thanksgiving at Zed451
- ZED451 - 739 N. Clark St. - River North
A buffet dinner features garlic butter-basted turkey breast, hickory smoked ham, caramelized sweet potatoes with candied pecans, curried pumpkin soup and more.
Thanksgiving at Zest
- Zest - InterContinental Chicago - 525 N. Michigan Ave. - Chicago
Opt for a brunch buffet or five-course dinner.
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