Restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in South Florida

We can all recall, not too long ago, one could drive from Miami to West Palm Beach searching for an open eatery on Thanksgiving Day only to discover there were none. Now, there are many restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties.

Thankfully, that was then, this is now, and … we have options again!

And let's also remember that “Eat, drink and be thankful,” is an especially fitting sentiment if you don’t have to cook and clean up after your Thanksgiving Day feast. Ordering a prepared Thanksgiving dinner is also an option, of course.

If eating out for Thanksgiving is part of your plan this year, we've curated a list, to help give you a taste of what some South Florida restaurants are planning for those who choose to dine out on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2024. Once the meal is over (or before you start), you may also discover there are plenty of free and cheap things to do Thanksgiving in South Florida.

NOTE: Prices, hours and participation may vary by location, and beverages are extra at most venues with fixed-price meals. Also, some establishments require reservations, so please check and plan ahead before heading out.

Know the difference

There’s also a difference between restaurants that are serving Thanksgiving dinner and restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day. If you want the full, traditional turkey dinner, look for open restaurants that are also serving that special meal.

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Restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.: Will be open on Thanksgiving Day. The menu will offer a traditional turkey meal, holiday ham meal and a combination turkey and ham meal. The full menu is available by request.

Two locations: One at 429 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, call (954) 463-0777; and another at Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132, call (305) 379-8866.

Brio Tuscan Grille: Whether you're craving a traditional turkey dinner or craving Italian, you'll find it all at Brio. The restaurant will be serving up a classic turkey feast complete with sliced white meat turkey, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, Italian sausage stuffing, seasonal vegetable and cranberry — along with their regular a la carte menxu.

Cooper's Hawk: Indulge in all of your favorite holiday dishes and head to Cooper's Hawk on Thanksgiving. While you may know the restaurant for their tasting room and wine club, it's time to check out their Thanksgiving menu that is both soul-satisfying and budget-friendly — costing just $34.99 for adults and $14.99 for kids 12 and under. An a la carte menu is also available. The Thanksgiving Day menu includes comforting classics like Butternut squash soup, slow-roasted turkey, stuffing, roasted green beans and carrots, Mary's potatoes and more.

Locations: Coconut Creek, Dania Beach, Doral, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach Gardens and Pembroke Pines.

Thanksgiving Dinner | Photo by Kaboompics.com

Cracker Barrel: They’ll be open regular business hours on Thanksgiving Day, serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal, plus regular menu items as well, beginning at 11 a.m. Use the restaurant's online wait list for shorter waiting times.

Locations include Pembroke Pines, Deerfield Beach, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Stuart, Ft. Pierce, and Florida City.

Denny’s: All restaurants will be open during regular hours, so you can enjoy their traditional holiday dinner, which includes carved turkey breast, savory stuffing, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, dinner bread, and your choice of two sides. Or, you can order from the regular menu. There are dozens of locations across South Florida. Find one near you by clicking here.

Duffy's Sports Grill: Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast without missing a minute of the game when you dine at Duffy's Sports Grill. All Duffy's locations will be open from noon until 11 p.m. and will be serving a Thanksgiving feast with all of the trimmings. This includes sliced oven-roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, choice of vegetable and cranberry sauce. Add on a slice of their Pumpkin Pie and you're in for quite the treat.

Locations: Multiple locations throughout Florida.

Turkey Dinner at Duffy's Sports Grill | Courtesy of Duffy's

Dune by Laurent Tourondel: Serving customers 12-8 p.m. Guests will enjoy a special 3-course dinner with the option to add on wine pairings. Cost: $98 per adult, $45 for children 3-12 and $38 for optional wine pairing.

Location: 2200 N. Ocean Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Call 754-900-4059.

Eddie V’s: Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal, alongside the full regular menu. Highlights on the holiday menu include: slow-roasted turkey, French green beans, brioche sage stuffing, gravy, cranberry chutney and more.

South Florida has 2 locations — 100 E. Las Olas Blvd., in Fort Lauderdale, (954) 468-3583 and 201 Plaza Rea in Mizner Park in Boca Raton, (561) 237-0067.

Fleming’s Steakhouse: Serving a three-course Thanksgiving dinner, including your choice of herb-roasted turkey, bone-in rib eye or filet mignon, plus sides to share, starting at $62 per guest. Their full menu will also be available, as well as a Thanksgiving children’s menu, starting at with the turkey option being $31. They’re taking reservations now. Or, you can order a three-course takeout dinner to be picked up prior to Thanksgiving Day.

There are three locations:

Miami: 600 Brickell Ave, Suite 150, Miami, Fl 33131
786-915-8790
Coral Gables: 2525 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Coral Gables , Fl 33134. Call 305-569-7995
Fort Lauderdale: 401 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Call 954-233-3327

Galley at Hilton West Palm Beach: Dine out at Galley on Thanksgiving Day and indulge in a 3-course prix-fixe menu for $75++ ($35++ for children 12 and under) with seatings available between 2 and 10 p.m. Enjoy your choice of Butternut squash bisque or a grilled peach salad; turkey breast roulade with dark meat stuffing, cranberry thyme orange sauce, haricot verts, sliced toasted almonds, crispy shallots, cornbread, sweet potato pave and a gooey pumpkin pie for dessert.

Location: Inside the Hilton West Palm Beach at 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. Call 561-231-6100 for reservations.

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill: As you might expect, Golden Corral’s Thanksgiving Day buffet — a smörgåsbord of all you want, and all you need — will include everyone’s favorites: Carved turkey, glazed ham, meatloaf, a holiday beef roast and much more. The price is likely to be a little higher on Thanksgiving Day than it usually is.

Locations in South Florida include Boynton Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Florida City, Port St. Lucie, Ft. Pierce, and Okeechobee.

Pistache French Bistro will offer a Thanksgiving 3-course prix-fixe menu prepared by Chef Mike Burgio for $90 per person on Thursday, November 23 from 2-8 p.m. On the menu, guests will find favorites Pistache dishes like Escargot, Beet Salad and Onion Soup Gratinee along with holiday specials like a Sous Vide Turkey Breast with Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potatoes and Cranberry Chutney; Pan-Seared Halibut and Steak Frites

Location: 101 N Clematis St, West Palm Beach. Call 561.833.5090 or visit OpenTable.com

Prezzo: Whether you opt for a menu of traditional Thanksgiving favorites or something more Italian themed, head to Prezzo in either Boca Raton or Palm Beach Gardens for your Thanksgiving dining this year. The restaurants will be serving up a limited version of their regular a la carte menu and Thanksgiving specials starting at 3 p.m. (Boca Raton) and 4 p.m. (Palm Beach Gardens). Reservations are encouraged. The menus at both locations differ from one another so be sure to head on over to their website.

Locations: Palm Beach Gardens and Boca Raton

Shooters Waterfront: Will be celebrating with an all-you-can-eat buffet at $85 per adult, $40 for children ages 4 to 10. Enjoy your feast on the dock that will be feature Carving Stations with Herb-Infused Roasted Turkey, Honey Glazed Ham, Prime Rib au Jus, a salad bar and an array of traditional trimmings, from 12 to 9 p.m. Tax is not included; à-la-carte menu not available on the holiday.

Location: 3033 NE 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: (954) 566-2855.

The Capital Grille: Guests can enjoy a chef-prepared traditional Thanksgiving dinner with an upscale twist, including Slow-Roasted Turkey with Brioche Stuffing, French Green Beans, Cranberry-Pear Chutney and Sam’s Mashed Potatoes, with the option to add Pecan-Crusted Sweet Potatoes with Hot Honey and Pumpkin Cheesecake at an additional charge. To place a reservation, visit TheCapitalGrille.com.

Locations include Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Palm Beach Gardens

Tim Finnegan's Irish Pub: For dinner on the cheap, Irish-style, head to Tim Finnegan's in Delray Beach for a holiday menu available from 1-8 p.m. Cost is $38, plus tax and gratuity. Guests have their choice of going with a traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner with all of the fixings or opting for something a little less classic like a Virginia Ham Dinner topped with pineapple and raisin chutney or Lobster ravioli — all served with mashed potatoes, green bean almondine and turnips and carrots. Dessert options include Pumpkin Cheesecake, Peach Cobbler a la mode, Chocolate Cake or Irish or Bailey's Coffee

Location: 2885 South Federal Highway, Delray Beach, FL

TooJay's: This South Florida mainstay will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and serving up a traditional holiday meal alongside the restaurant regular a la carte menu. A variety of holiday catering options, including desserts to go will also be available. (Catering Menu)

Location: Multiple locations throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties.

Tropical Acres: Enjoy a decadent Thanksgiving holiday dinner with all the fixings including an order of Pecan or Pumpkin Pie or Bread Pudding at Tropical Acres in Fort Lauderdale for $39.00 a person and $22.00 for children. The a la carte menu will also be available.

Location: 2500 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale; 954-989-2500