Houston restaurants are making holiday prep stress-free this year with a variety of Thanksgiving specials and takeout menus.
The Original Ninfa’s (Uptown & Navigation): Ninfa’s Hot Tamale Box (2 dozen tamales) for $50 — choose Beef Birria, Pork En Guajillo, or a combo. Includes pints of Salsa Tomatillo & Salsa Molcajete. Frozen Tamales (1 dozen) $24 each. Orders online or by phone; cooked orders require 4-hour notice.
Big Horn BBQ: Whole Turkey or Whole Turkey Breast (feeds 14–16) $79.99, Whole Ham (feeds 14–16) $59.99. Holiday sides from $13.99–$43.99 per quart/gallon; desserts include Pecan Pie $19.99, Pumpkin Pie $18.99, Peach Cobbler $29.99. Family Meals (feeds 12–14) $169.99. Pickup available now; closed Thanksgiving Day.
Willie’s Grill & Icehouse: Mini Feasts (feeds 6–8) $104.99–$124.99, Family Feasts (feeds 6–8) $139.99–$164.99, Ultimate Feast (feeds 10–12) $229.99–$249.99. A la carte proteins, sides, and desserts available. Orders require 72-hour notice; available through Dec. 31.
Treebeards: Thanksgiving Package (feeds 12–20) $300 — Boneless Turkey Breast, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Cornbread Dressing, Cranberry Jelly, Broccoli & Carrots, French Bread, Pumpkin & Pecan Pie. A la carte sides and cakes available. One-week notice; pick-up on or before Nov. 26.
B.B. Italia: Three-course prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu for $49.95 per person, featuring Caesar salad or baked potato soup, traditional turkey dinner with sides, and bread pudding for dessert. Thanksgiving To-Go Family Fest for Four ($165) includes turkey, sides, and signature bread pudding. Pre-orders available through Nov. 23 for pickup on Nov. 26.
B&B Butchers: Thanksgiving dine-in three-course pre-fixe menu ($90 per person) includes salad or soup, roasted turkey or prime rib with sides, and choice of pumpkin, pecan, or apple crumble pie. To-go options include whole or pre-cooked turkeys, prime rib, sides, and pies, available for pickup Nov. 25–27.
Victory Restaurant & Lounge: Downtown dining with a Thanksgiving menu from 10 AM–2 AM for $85 per person. Starters include Jerk Turkey Caesar Salad or Roasted Corn & Lobster Bisque, entrées like Cajun Butter Roasted Chicken and Oxtail & Lobster Surf & Turf, and desserts such as Sweet Potato Cheesecake and Pumpkin Crème Brûlée.
Juliet Steakhouse & Fine Dining: Serving a Thanksgiving Buffet from noon–9 PM for $59.95 adults/$29.95 kids, featuring a carving station with turkey, salmon, and filet mignon, sides like Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes and Green Bean Casserole, plus desserts including Pecan Pie and Peach Cobbler.
Fielding’s Wood Grill: Celebrating early with pre-Thanksgiving specials Nov. 23–25, including Ferndale Farm Turkey Breast with sides, Coconut Cream Pie, and festive sandwiches like the Thanksgiving Turkey Burger and “Leftover” Turkey Club.
Eunice: À la carte Thanksgiving menu featuring Cajun-stuffed turkey, sides, and desserts including Pumpkin Bread Pudding, Bourbon Pecan Pie, and Chocolate Cake. To-Go options include family-style dishes such as Crawfish and Cornbread Stuffing, Sweet Potato Casserole, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, and more. Reservations and to-go orders available on their website.
Caracol: Family Feast (feeds 8) $325 — entrée choice of Pineapple & Habanero Whole Spiral Ham or Roasted Turkey Breast & Gravy; sides include Sweet Potato Purée, Jalapeño Cornbread, Charred Brussels Sprouts, Cranberry & Spicy Jalapeño Relish, Tamal Azteca Tortilla Casserole; dessert choice of Chocolate Pecan Pie or Tres Leches de Vainilla. Couple’s Feast (feeds 2) $120 — similar offerings scaled for 2. A la carte items: Pineapple & Habanero Whole Spiral Ham $125, Roasted Turkey Breast & Gravy $120, Tamales $28/dozen (Puerco, Pollo, Hongo). Sides and desserts available separately. Orders by Nov. 23 for pick-up Nov. 26. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
Etoile Cuisine et Bar: Dine-in Thanksgiving menu available 11 AM–9 PM. Three-course meal $78 per adult, $28 per child (plus tax & gratuity). Holiday foods also available to-go. Reservations recommended.
JW Marriott Houston Downtown: Three-course Thanksgiving menu for $70 per guest, including Curried Pumpkin Soup or Baked Brie, Roasted Turkey Breast or Habanero Pineapple-Glazed Ham, and Chocolate Pecan Pie or Pumpkin Flan. Optional $25 wine pairing available.
Fielding’s River Oaks: Open Thanksgiving Day with a refined holiday menu featuring Green Circle Turkey Breast, Crisp Peking Duck Breast, scratch-made Pumpkin Spice Parker House Rolls, and desserts like Apple Cinnamon Crisp with Salted Caramel Gelato.
Latuli: Takeout menu featuring Whole Roasted Turkey ($175), Raw Brined Turkey ($145), or Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin ($375). Sides serve 4–6 people, including Sausage Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, and Duck & Andouille Gumbo. Desserts include Texan Pecan, Chocolate Cream, and Apple Pies ($40 each). Orders by email; pick-up Nov. 24–26.
Le Jardinier: Michelin-starred Thanksgiving 4-course prix fixe menu ($185 per guest) with Heritage Roasted Turkey, Rillette, sides for the table like Fried Brussel Sprouts, Mushroom Stuffing, and Mashed Potatoes. Optional Royal Kaluga caviar service. Reservations via OpenTable or Resy.
Fielding’s Local Kitchen + Bar: Offering a full chef-prepared Thanksgiving Take-Out Dinner for $425, serving 8–12 guests. Includes a whole turkey, soups, sides, and desserts like Pecan Pie, Maple Pumpkin Pie, and Cranberry Croissant Bread Pudding. Orders due by Friday, Nov. 22; pickup Wednesday, Nov. 26.
The Savoy: Offering holiday catering platters for gatherings of any size, including sliders, empanadas, fried shrimp, chicken wings, lamb chops, and Tex-Mex options. Platters serve 8–12 or 16–20 guests.
Thanksgiving catering menu filled with Southern soul and Caribbean flair (Comfort Foodies)
Comfort Foodies: Offering Caribbean- and Southern-inspired holiday catering with empanadas, Pernil, Whole Fried Cajun Turkey, Shrimp & Crawfish Pasta, sides like Mac & Cheese and Rice & Peas, and desserts including Peach Cobbler and Banana Pudding. Orders must be placed at least three days in advance.
Hamsa: Offering Thanksgiving catering with two package options—“Everything But the Turkey” (serves 6–8, $75) and Grazing Packages (serves 4–6, $60)—plus à la carte sides and dip trays. Pickup available Wednesday, Nov. 26.
Local Table: Offering holiday catering with individual boxed meals, meals for four, and large-format options. Full-service staffing and TABC-certified bartenders available for stress-free holiday hosting. Full menu and details online.
SwitcHouse at Houston CityPlace Marriott: Family-style Thanksgiving Feast for $32.95 per person, featuring creamy broccoli cheddar soup, Caesar or mixed green salad, Traditional Roasted Turkey with giblet sage gravy, sides like Cornbread Stuffing, French Bean Casserole, Whipped Sweet Potatoes, and desserts including apple cobbler, pumpkin cheesecake, or pecan pie.
Tavola: Four-course Thanksgiving menu for $80 per guest. Starts with Potato & Pumpkin Soufflé, followed by Agnolotti with Chanterelle Mushrooms & Roasted Chestnuts, Turkey Porchetta with classic stuffing, and finishes with Pecan Pie with Maple Ice Cream. À la carte and regular menu also available.
Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar: Chef-curated Thanksgiving To-Go Package serves 4–6 for $190, including Post Oak Smoked Turkey Breast, Turkey & Sage Gravy with Miso, Smoked Apricot Chutney, Kale & Apple Salad, Confit Marble Potatoes, Toasted Brioche Stuffing, Creamed Spinach & Arugula, and Yuzu & Peach Cobbler. A la carte meats: Post Oak Smoked Turkey Breast (vacuum-sealed, serves 4) $65, Oak Smoked Whole Brisket (4–5 lbs, serves 4–6) $150. Pre-orders available Nov. 3–24; pickup Nov. 25–26.
Traveler’s Table: Offering a “Thanksgiving in the Islands” catering menu with Island-Spiced Roasted Turkey Breast, Jerk Turkey Legs, Trinidadian Vegetable Korma, sides like Yeast Rolls and Caribbean Cornbread Stuffing, and Caribbean Rum Bread Pudding. Enjoy 25% off select wines to-go. Orders due by Monday, Nov. 24, 2 PM.
Hungry’s: Offering holiday catering with individually boxed meals, family-style dinners, and large-format packages. Options include full-service staffing and TABC-certified bartenders for stress-free hosting. Full menu available online.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse: Offering chef’s classics with holiday features on Thanksgiving, including Sweet Potato Casserole ($17) and Pumpkin Spice & Bourbon Butter Cake ($16).
Del Frisco’s Grille (The Woodlands): Full menu available plus a 3-course Thanksgiving meal with starter, herb & butter roasted turkey main, classic sides, and dessert options like Pumpkin Pie or Apple Cranberry Cobbler.
The Annie Café & Bar: Thanksgiving menu $90 per adult, $35 per child (11 & under). Starters include butternut squash soup, avocado cucumber salad, and prime beef tips with gorgonzola polenta. Entrées feature roast heritage turkey with stuffing and gravy, prime rib roast with foie gras butter, sea scallops with romesco sauce, and coffee-roasted tenderloin. Desserts include pumpkin pie, apple galette, or warm sticky date pudding.
The Pit Room: To-go feast options including 18 lb. Whole Turkeys ($110), Whole Briskets (~5 lbs, $125), Smoked Hams (~6 lbs, $75). Add homemade dozen assorted cookies ($35) and pre-batched cocktails (Margarita $39 / Bold Fashioned $48).
Truluck’s: Thanksgiving multi-course dinner $59 per adult, $29 for children 12 & under. Soup or salad course, Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast with parmesan mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, broccoli rice casserole, giblet gravy, and cranberry apple compote. Optional family-style sides available; desserts include Carrot Cake or Warm Bourbon Apple-Spiced Butter Cake. Wine pairings and Hearthside Old Fashioned cocktail available.
Goode Company: Offering Texas-style Thanksgiving meal kits with mesquite-smoked turkey (breast or whole), classic sides, and homemade desserts. Kits serve 6–8 guests and range from $125–$255, with additional à la carte options. Pre-orders available until Nov. 20.
Blue Claw: Open 4:30 PM–9:30 PM on Thanksgiving for dinner service.
Nobu: Thanksgiving dinner available 5:00 PM–8:15 PM.
The Kid: Open 4:00 PM–12:00 AM (kitchen closes at 10 PM) on Thanksgiving.
Downtown Houston Aquarium: Thanksgiving Buffet ($49 adults, $39 seniors, $20 kids) with breakfast stations, salads, Thanksgiving favorites, entrees, and desserts. Thanksgiving Dinner also available ($26.99 adults, $16.99 kids) with turkey, sides, and dessert.
Badolina Bakery: Pre-order breads and desserts for Thanksgiving, including Classic and Seeded Sourdough, baguettes, dinner rolls, and desserts like Basque Cheesecake, Chocoholic Mousse Cake, Pumpkin Mousse Cake, and Apple Brioche Muffins. Pickup available Wednesday, Nov. 26, or Thanksgiving morning.
Bloom & Bee at The Post Oak Hotel: Offering a Thanksgiving dining experience on Nov. 27 from 12–7 PM, featuring a grazing table, Green Circle Brined Turkey Roulade with cornbread stuffing, sweet potato gratin, roasted mushrooms, and pumpkin & pecan pies. Reservations on OpenTable.
Toro Toro: Thanksgiving Day brunch on Nov. 27 from 10 AM–3 PM, featuring a lavish buffet with roasted turkey, prime rib, leg of lamb, cornbread stuffing, seafood tower, interactive pasta and omelet stations, sushi bar, desserts, and a kid’s section. Priced at $145 adults / $65 children. Reservations required.
TRUTH BBQ: Brined and pit-smoked Whole Turkey ($145, 10–12 lbs, serves 8–10). Family-style sides ($65 each, serves 6–8) include Green Beans, Corn Pudding, Sweet Potato Mash, and Stuffing. Quart of Gravy $25. Pickup only on Nov. 25–26 at TRUTH BBQ Houston (The Heights). Nationwide shipping also available for Texas Smoked Brisket ($180), Smoked Whole Turkey Breast ($135), Pork Ribs ($90), Sausage Links ($25), and sauces ($12 each or TRUTH Sauce Trinity $34).
Turner’s: Thanksgiving menu $165 per person, seating starts at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Nov. 27. Courses include lobster bisque, roasted turkey breast with pommes Anna, and warm sticky date pudding. White-glove service with live piano music.
Turner’s Cut: Thanksgiving three-course feast $165 per person, Nov. 27 from 3–9 p.m. Highlights include turkey with truffle-scented sweet potato mousseline and American Wagyu filet with potato purée.
Tipping Point Restaurant and Terrace:
Open on Thanksgiving Day, Tipping Point at Hotel ZaZa Memorial City is serving a special holiday menu for $75 per guest. Start with Raspberry Brie en Croute or Lamb Duo ($16), choose a main course of Slow-Roasted Turkey, Roasted Rack of Lamb, or Herb-Roasted Pork Loin ($52), and finish with Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake or Pecan Pie ($13). Located at 9787 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024.
Babin’s (Katy & The Woodlands): Dine in on Thanksgiving for $30 per person with turkey, ham, or combo entrees and classic sides. Family Meal Packs to-go serve 4–24 guests, with pre-orders due by Nov. 24 for pickup or delivery on Nov. 27.
GROTTO (610 location): Thanksgiving Day dine-in for $59 per person with roasted turkey, choice of two sides, and dessert options including Key Lime Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, or Coconut Cream Pie.
King Ranch Texas Kitchen: Offering Thanksgiving dine-in ($59 adults / $25 kids) with buffet and carving station, plus To-Go Packs ($225, serves 6–8) featuring smoked turkey, sides, and dinner rolls. Pre-order by Nov. 25 for pickup/delivery on Nov. 26.
Mastro’s: Full menu available Thanksgiving Day, including Cinnamon & Pecan Butter Cake.
Brenner’s: Thanksgiving dine-in opens at 11 AM with the chef’s turkey plate and signature menu. Holiday Prime Rib To-Go serves 2–4 guests ($135–$185) with salad, sides, roasted prime rib, and a bottle of Daou Cabernet. Pre-orders due Nov. 24 at 3 PM.
Winsome Prime: Offering Thanksgiving catering packages with Smoked Turkey or Hawaiian Glazed Ham, sides like Cornbread Dressing and Garlic Truffle Mashed Potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, and desserts including Mama’s Carrot Cake or Sweet Potato Pie. Packages serve 5–16 people and range from $250–$485. Pre-orders available through Nov. 22 with pickup on Nov. 26–27.
Roma: Three-course Thanksgiving meal with Italian twist — $55 for adults, $25 for children. Primi: Butternut Squash Soup or House Salad; Secondi: Hand-carved Turkey Breast with gravy, dressing, green bean casserole, candied yams, and asparagus; Dolce: Pecan Pie or Pumpkin Pie. Optional wine pairing $35 (Prosecco, Barbaresco, Moscato). Reservations recommended.
The Sunrise House: Open Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday (Nov. 27–28, 8 AM–3 PM) with fall-inspired menu and festive cocktails. Highlights: Fall Board (pumpkin waffle, candied pecans, crispy chicken, roasted sweet potatoes), Stuffed Pumpkin (candied sweet potatoes, sausage, spinach, cheese), Pumpkin Sangria, and Fallin’ Tree Espresso Martinis. Walk-ins welcome; reservations recommended.
Azumi: Closed on Thanksgiving. Black Friday (Nov. 28) only: buy $100 gift card, receive $50 bonus. Open 11:30 AM–11 PM.
Good God, Nadine’s: Closed Thanksgiving Day; open Black Friday 4 PM–Midnight. $10 Espresso Martini specials all night. Walk-ins welcome; reservations encouraged.
Kazzan Ramen & Bar: Closed Thanksgiving Day; open Black Friday 11 AM–11 PM with All Day Happy Hour: $4 Edamame, $6 Chashu Don, $8 Japanese Old Fashioned, $8 wine by the glass.
Doris Metropolitan:
Skip the turkey this Thanksgiving and enjoy Doris Metropolitan’s regular dinner service from 2–7:30 PM. Indulge in dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, decadent sides, and more for a memorable holiday meal. Located at 2815 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77098.
The Butcher’s Grille:
Open 11 AM–10 PM on Thanksgiving, The Butcher’s Grille offers a break from the traditional holiday meal, including halal Thanksgiving packages to-go. Favorites like Halal Chicken make for an easy, delicious holiday. Located at 5740 San Felipe St #100, Houston, TX 77057.
Morton’s: Four-course Thanksgiving menu for $69 per person featuring Roasted Turkey Roulade. Sides To-Go package feeds 4–6 ($129) with à la carte options available. Preorder by 11/24 for pickup on 11/26.
Saltgrass Steakhouse: Thanksgiving Day dinner $23.99 with turkey, sides, and choice of soup or salad. To-Go Family Packs ($90) serve four, available for pickup Nov. 25–27.
Vic & Anthony’s: Thanksgiving Day dine-in featuring signature menu plus Chef’s Thanksgiving feature. Opens at 3 PM.
Willie G’s (Post Oak): Thanksgiving Day Buffet $69 adults / $29 kids, including carving, soup & salad, hot and raw lines, sides, bakery items, and kids’ options.
Slowpokes: Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with seasonal drinks like Salted Caramel Latte, Spicy Ginger Chai, Pumpkin Chai, Cookie Monster Latte, and Punkin’ Pie Latte. Available hot or iced (except Cookie Monster Latte, iced only) at all Houston locations.
J-Bar-M Barbecue: Offers whole Smoked Turkeys, Smoked Turkey Breast, and Smoked Ham, with bulk sides including Green Beans, Mac and Cheese, Brussels Sprouts, Charro Beans, Jambalaya Rice, and Elote. Call 713-534-1024 to order before Thanksgiving.
Josephine’s: Southern holiday staples available for pre-order through Nov. 24, pickup Nov. 26. Items include frozen biscuits or cornbread muffins by the dozen with whipped Steen’s butter and jam; Gulf Coast sides like gumbo, red beans, greens, pea salad, and signature turkey neck bone gravy. Desserts: peanut pie, Mississippi mud pie, and chess pie. Orders via 713-527-8988 or Josephinesgulfcoast@gmail.com.
Truboy BBQ: 12-pound smoked turkey ($110), sides including smoked chicken stuffing ($60), creamy mashed potatoes ($50), and cheesy mac & cheese ($50) in half trays serving 10–12. Nine-inch House of Pies pecan pie ($35, serves 8–10). Full Thanksgiving package $299. Pickup Nov. 25–26. Pre-orders available online.
San Luis Resort & Hilton Galveston Island Resort: Celebrate Thanksgiving on Nov. 27, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., with a festive brunch at San Luis Resort or Hilton Galveston Island Resort. Enjoy holiday favorites, champagne, and live music, with a no-stress buffet and bottomless mimosas at Hilton. Tickets available on Eventbrite.
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