In the hustle and bustle of the Halloween through Christmas marathon, it’s easy to overlook the Turkey Day feast. But San Antonio restaurants always come in clutch with indulgent Thanksgiving dinners, lavish buffets, and no-fuss feasts available to-go.
From scenic hotels to renowned River Walk restaurants — and even plant-based cafés — Alamo City has plenty of Thanksgiving dining options to offer. This year, take it easy. Skip the stress, don’t panic over last-minute shopping, and let the professionals do what they do best.
Dine-in
Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Hotel Contessa’s Texas-inspired kitchen is serving a refined Thanksgiving spread with starters like fall salads, roasted butternut squash bisque, and poached shrimp, followed by mains including spice‑rubbed turkey, mesquite‑smoked prime rib, jalapeño‑glazed ham, and blackened salmon. Sides range from chorizo cornbread stuffing to candied sweet potatoes and buttermilk mashers, finished with desserts like pumpkin pie, chocolate Texas pecan pie, or cinnamon apple strudel.
$85 per adult, half‑price for kids 5-12, children under five eat free.
11 am-7 pm.
Boudro’s Texas Bistro
The River Walk staple is dishing out a Thanksgiving special with a choice of two options each for starter, entrée, and dessert. Apps include roasted pumpkin‑butternut squash bisque and Fuji apple salad. Entrée choices feature a classic turkey dinner or mesquite‑smoked pork tenderloin, while desserts include sweet potato pecan pie or berry cobble. A kid’s plate is also available for finicky eaters.
$65 per adult, children’s turkey option is $30.
11 am-10 pm.
The Cavalier
This stylish brasserie offers a lavish Thanksgiving brunch and lunch spread. Start with signature pastries, seasonal fruits, yogurt parfaits, smoked salmon and bagels, or a sumptuous cheese and charcuterie board. Breakfast favorites include made‑to‑order eggs, omelets, eggs Benedict, French toast, and pancakes. Lunch and carving stations feature roasted turkey breast with cranberry demi‑glace, prime rib, pork loin with apple bourbon glaze, and seafood like shrimp and snow crab claws. Sides, fresh salads, and a dessert assortment complete the banquet.
$85 for adults, $35 for children 11 & under, free for ages three & under
9 am–4 pm
Corinne
The Plaza San Antonio’s signature restaurant is offering a full day of Thanksgiving dining. All of the services provide holiday cheer, but the brunch buffet is the main attraction. Feast on made‑to‑order omelets, eggs, sausage, fruit, yogurt parfaits, carving stations with ham and turkey, and a drink station at the bar with make‑your‑own mimosas. Reservations are recommended.
Brunch, $69 adults, $17 kids; dinner, $55
Breakfast, 6:30‑9:30 am; Brunch, 10 am–2 pm; Dinner, 5‑10 pm.
Dorrego’s
Hotel Valencia’s pan-Latin eatery is going big this Thanksgiving with an extravagant brunch buffet that’s equal parts indulgent and elegant. Expect everything from charcuterie and peel‑and‑eat shrimp to achiote‑rubbed turkey, prime rib, and paella. Classic sides like green bean casserole, mac‑and‑cheese, and cornbread stuffing keep things comforting, while desserts — including pumpkin pie and s’mores bread pudding — add a sweet finish.
$80 for adults, $30 for children 12 and under.
11 am–3:30 pm.
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas
Hill Country foodies, get ready to loosen your belts. Springhouse Café and the resort’s signature Antlers Lodge are rolling out the red carpet for a festive holiday feast. At Springhouse Café, diners can dive into a spread featuring oak-smoked tom turkey, rosemary-garlic prime rib, traditional brioche stuffing, and a lineup of decadent desserts. Over at Antlers Lodge, the celebration continues with smoked pork loin, sweet potato casserole, and the kind of fluffy sweet potato biscuits that make seconds inevitable.
Prices vary.
Springhouse Café, 10 am-4:30 pm; Antlers Lodge, 1 pm-6 pm.
Kona Grill is famous for its macadamia nut–crusted turkey breast.Photo courtesy of Kona Grill
Kona Grill
The popular Hawaiian-themed chain is plating up a festive Thanksgiving feast with a tropical twist, available for dine-in or to-go. Guests can enjoy a choice of traditional roasted turkey or the restaurant’s signature macadamia nut–crusted turkey breast, served alongside miso mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans. Kids can get in on the fun, too, with their own turkey plate. To end the meal on a sweet note, order a pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream, pepitas, caramel sauce, and a hint of cinnamon and orange zest.
Available November 27-30, hours vary by location.
$38 for a single serving of the macadamia turkey, $35 for a single serving of the traditional plate, and kids’ and dessert plates are $16.
Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner
This “feast of the heart” serves neighbors who are facing food insecurity or are unable to cook the traditional Thanksgiving meal. Doors open at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center at 9 am. Home meal delivery is available by calling 211 starting October 27.
Free.
10:30 am-3:30 pm.
Saltgrass Steak House
This national chain brings a straightforward, hearty Thanksgiving to the table with its affordable dine‑in dinner. Guests can enjoy roasted turkey breast with dressing and gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and a choice of soup or salad — all classic holiday flavors without the fuss. Reservations are available through the Saltgrass website.
$23.99.
Hours vary by location.
Tributary
Marriott San Antonio Rivercenter’s signature restaurant is serving a festive Thanksgiving brunch buffet from 11 am–2 pm, featuring turkey, pastries, a chef‑prepared omelet station, deviled eggs, waffles, charcuterie, and a tempting array of desserts.
$38.95, tickets purchased in advance.
11 am–2 pm.
A festiva gobbler at Tributary.Tributary/ Facebook
To-go
Bill Miller Bar‑B‑Q
For a classic, no‑fuss Thanksgiving, Bill Miller Bar‑B‑Q offers take‑home holiday meals with all the fixings. Packages include roasted turkey, dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes, and pie, with options sized for families of various sizes. Best of all, prices are low, making it an affordable and familiar choice for a hearty Southern‑style holiday feast.
Starting at $64.95.
Green Vegetarian Cuisine
For a fully plant‑based Thanksgiving option, this Alamo City vegetarian mainstay is offering fall‑inspired, chef‑crafted meals to-go at the Alamo Quarry Market. The Thanksgiving menu includes mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegan “ham,” and pie, all ready‑to‑eat with no prep required. Pickup is from 11 am-9 pm on November 26.
$45.
Max & Louie’s New York Diner
This Jewish deli-inspired diner makes Thanksgiving easy with an à la carte menu that includes everything from challah bread stuffing to butternut squash soup. Want to skip out on all the prep work? Order the complete feast, which provides the bird, starters, sides, and desserts for eight to 10 guests. The order deadline is November 21.
$385 for the complete feast; individual dish prices vary.
Two Bros. BBQ Market
Chef Jason Dady’s barbecue joint is offering a smoked turkey feast that feeds 10‑12, complete with garlic and thyme bread, mixed greens, green bean casserole, turkey gravy, and King’s Hawaiian rolls. Preorders close November 23, with pickup on Wednesday, November 26 — but don’t wait too long; these meals tend to sell out fast.
$99.