This Thanksgiving(Thursday, November 27), whether it’s a night out with family and friends or a way to alleviate the stress of holiday meal preparations, several restaurants in the Philadelphia region are offering exceptional options. From thoughtfully curated takeaway meals to cozy atmospheres ideal for gathering with loved ones, explore a handpicked selection of standout locales, including Bolo,Famous 4th Street Delicatessen, Red Owl Tavern, Patchwork, Seaview Hotel and Golf Club, Square 1682, The Twisted Tail, and Urban Farmer.
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Bolo, Philadelphia’s Latin American dining room and rum bar from two-time James Beard Award semifinalist Chef Yun Fuentes, is celebrating Thanksgiving with a festive take-out feast perfect for sharing with family and friends. Bolo’s Thanksgiving Parranda! features a whole roasted Pavochón — turkey prepared lechón-style — served alongside Green Salad with coconut vinaigrette, arroz con gandules, sweet plantains in almíbar, potato salad, and green beans topped with Mama Lula’s Stuffing. Each order also includes one dozen of Bolo’s signature Mini Pasteles to mark the start of the holiday season. Designed to serve 8–12 guests, the feast is available for $195, with the option to add Flan de Coquito for dessert for an additional $35.
Orders can be placed by emailing events@bolophl.com by November 22.
Hours of operation: Monday through Sunday, 5pm – 10pm for dinner, Saturday 10pm – 12am for late night, and Monday through Friday, 5pm – 7pm for happy hour
2025 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | WebsiteInstagram
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Famous 4th Street Delicatessen, the historic Philadelphia eatery celebrated for its traditional Jewish deli fare and classic American comfort food, boasts a robust Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go package brimming with festive holiday staples. Equipped to feed four people, the Thanksgiving takeaway kit includes Challah Bread with sea salt and honey butter; Cran-Applesauce with cinnamon and clove; Herb-Crusted Sliced White Meat Turkey; Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with cream and Vermont butter; Three Cheese Mac & Cheese; Challah Stuffing; Roasted Carrots with maple syrup and dill; Turkey Gravy, and a choice of Apple Pie or Pumpkin Pie.
The Thanksgiving to-go kit is priced at $225 (feeds four) with the option of adding additional portions for $55 per person. Orders must be placed in-store or by calling 884-443-2667 by 12pm on Sunday, November 23 with pickup at 5pm on Wednesday, November 26.
Hours of operation: Monday through Sunday, 9am – 8pm
700 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA | 215.922.3274 | Website | Instagram
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Red Owl Tavern, the contemporary kitchen and bar located across from Independence Hall in Old City, will revive its Thanksgiving Grand Buffet on Thursday, November 27 from 3–5 p.m. in the Kimpton Hotel Monaco’s Lafayette Ballroom. The festive feast, crafted by Executive Chef Charles Vogt, combines traditional favorites with creative seasonal twists. The buffet will feature proteins such as Herb-Roasted Heritage Turkey Breast, Smoked Grass-Fed Brisket, and Faroe Island Salmon; vegetable sides including brussels sprouts, citrus-roasted carrots, and roasted cauliflower; starches such as Yukon Pommes Purée, Mac N’ Cheese Gratin, and Brioche Stuffing; and desserts featuring Sweet Potato Basque Cheesecake, Bourbon Pecan Tart, Pumpkin Tiramisu, and Warm Caramel Apple Cobbler.
For younger guests, the Thanksgiving kids’ menu will feature Chicken Tenders with Fries and Mac n’ Cheese. Red Owl Tavern’s Thanksgiving Grand Buffet is priced at $98 per adult, $35 for children 12 and under, and is complimentary for children five and younger. Reservations are highly encouraged and can be made via OpenTable here.
Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 7:30am—10:45am, Saturday and Sunday 8am—10am (breakfast); Monday through Friday 11:30am—4:30pm (lunch); Monday through Friday 4:30pm—10pm, Saturday 5pm—10pm (dinner); and Saturday 10am—4pm and Sunday 10am—2pm (brunch)
433 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA | 215.923.2267 | Website | Instagram
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Patchwork, a lively restaurant and bar focused on New American cuisine nestled on the second floor of the Hyatt Centric, will serve a special Thanksgiving dinner from 4–9 pm. Guests can enjoy a festive menu featuring Turkey Breast, Turkey Leg Stew, and seasonal accompaniments including Sourdough Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Mushroom & Leek Soup, and Stuffed Acorn Squash, all served with Traditional Gravy and Cranberry Sauce. To finish, guests can indulge in classic Pumpkin Pie and Apple Crumble.Thanksgiving dinner is priced at $65.95 per person and $45.95 for children 12 and under.
Reservations are required and can be made via Resy.
Hours of operation: Monday – Thursday 6:30 am – 9 pm; Friday – Saturday 7 am – 10 pm; Sunday 7 am – 9 pm
1620 Chancellor Street | 215.985.1234 | Website | Facebook | Instagram
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Seaview Hotel and Golf Club, South Jersey’s quintessential historic resort celebrating 110 years in Galloway, NJ, invites guests to enjoy a lavish Thanksgiving Buffet from 12–5 p.m. on Thursday, November 27. Hosted in the hotel’s grand Main Dining Room, the buffet will feature an abundant selection of stations with something for everyone in the family. Guests can look forward to Soup and Salad Stations, an Artisan Bread, Cheese & Charcuterie, and Vegetable Display, a Seafood Station, and Carving Stations showcasing holiday favorites. A Kids’ Corner will offer family-friendly selections such as Buttermilk Chicken Tenders and Mac & Cheese, while a variety of Seasonal Entrées and Assorted Desserts round out the experience.The buffet is priced at $74.95 per adult and $29.95 for children ages 6–12, with children 5 and under dining free.
Reservations are required and can be made via OpenTable or by calling the hotel at 609-652-1800.
401 South New York Rd, Galloway, NJ | 609.652.1800 | Website | Instagram | Facebook
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Square 1682, the modern American restaurant and award-winning bar located at 17th and Sansom Streets, is taking the stress out of holiday prep with its bountiful Thanksgiving To-Go menu. The feast features Herb-Crusted Turkey Breast accompanied by classic sides and desserts including garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, stuffing, ginger-orange cranberry sauce, gravy, sweet potato pie, and parker house rolls. Pricing is $70 to feed two people, $130 for four, and $190 for six, with optional add-ons available (priced per two people): Braised Beef Short Rib ($20), Baked Mac & Cheese ($10), and Mushroom Risotto ($12). Orders must be placed by Monday, November 24 at 8 pm, with pick-up on Wednesday, November 26 at noon. To order, call 215-563-5008.
In addition, Square 1682 will offer a Thanksgiving Dine-In menu on Thursday, November 27 from 4–8:30 pm, curated by Executive Chef Patrick Czerniak. Highlights from the seasonal lineup include Squash Soup ($13) with crème fraîche, crispy chicken skin, sage, and green oil; Butternut Squash Arancini ($17) with raclette cheese; Salmon ($34) with pumpkin, roasted cauliflower, and braised baby kale; and a Turkey Dinner ($30) featuring mashed potatoes, herb-crusted turkey, gravy, and ginger-orange cranberry sauce. Additional offerings include Mole-Braised Short Ribs ($38) with rice, sesame seeds, and carrots, and a Sweet Potato Crème Brûlée ($13) to finish.
Reservations are encouraged and can be made via OpenTable here.
Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 8am—11am for breakfast; Monday through Thursday 11:30am—2pm, Friday 11:30am—3pm for lunch; Tuesday through Thursday 5pm—10pm, Friday and Saturday 5pm—11pm for dinner; Friday and Saturday 3pm—5pm for mid-day menu; Saturday 9am—3pm, Sunday 9am—2pm for brunch
121 S. 17th St., Philadelphia, PA | 215.563.5008 | Website | Instagram
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The Twisted Tail, Headhouse Square’s restaurant, bar and live music venue, will offer a family-style Thanksgiving dinner from 12–10 pm on Thursday, November 27. Priced at $59 per person, the festive feast features a choice of entrée, including Roasted Lancaster Turkey with Cranberry Compote, Braised Short Rib with Herb Gremolata, Pineapple-Glazed Ham, Honey-BBQ Glazed Salmon with Spicy Shallots, and Roasted Prime Rib with Horseradish. Served family-style, sides include Caesar Salad, Mashed Yukon Potatoes, Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Vinaigrette, Mac n’ Cheese, Honey-Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Cornbread Stuffing. For dessert, guests can enjoy an assortment of Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, and Apple Crumb Pie, all served family-style.
Guests dining in can also enjoy live music from Ed Wilson from 1–5 pm, adding a soulful touch to the holiday celebration. Reservations are required and can be made here or by calling 215-558-2471.
The Twisted Tail will also offer its Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go, available by pre-order for convenient at-home celebrations. Orders can be placed by phone at 215-558-2471 or via email.
Hours of operation: Monday – Thursday 4 pm – 10 pm; Friday 4 pm – 12 am; Saturday 11 am – 12 am; Sunday 10 am – 10 pm
509 S. 2nd St. | 215.558.2471 | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter
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Urban Farmer, the modern American steakhouse located in the Logan Hotel known for its locally sourced ingredients and in-house butcher shop, invites guests to enjoy a festive three-course Thanksgiving dinner from 3–9 pm on Thanksgiving Day. Crafted by Executive Chef Sonny Ingui, the holiday menu is priced at $125 per adult and $65 per child. Guests can begin with their choice of Kabocha Squash & Coconut Soup, Chilled Shrimp, or Fall Vegetable Salad, followed by standout entrées such as Pennsylvania Roasted Turkey with cider-brined breast, braised leg, and natural jus and sage gravy; Lancaster Stuffed Pork Loin with sage, apple, sausage stuffing, and herb jus; or 1855 Farms Prime Rib with au jus and horseradish aioli. For dessert, guests can indulge in a classic Pumpkin Pie, Apple Pie, or Pecan Chocolate Pie. The meal is complemented by family-style sides including Cornbread Turkey Stuffing, Red Bliss Smashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots and Turnips, Brussels Sprouts, and Housemade Cranberry Sauce. Reservations for dine-in can be made here.
For those celebrating at home, Urban Farmer will also offer Thanksgiving To-Go, available by pre-order for pick-up between 12–3 pm on Thanksgiving Day. Designed to serve 4–6 guests for $280, the take-home feast includes a 12-pound turkey alongside housemade cranberry sauce, cornbread turkey stuffing, red bliss smashed potatoes, housemade gravy, Brussels sprouts, roasted carrots and turnips, and housemade cornbread. To finish, guests may choose from Pecan Chocolate, Pumpkin, or Apple Pie. Pre-orders can be placed here.
Hours of operation: Monday – Sunday 7am-11pm
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | 215.963.2788 | Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook