For Fort Worth city dwellers looking to celebrate Thanksgiving without leaving the city, West + Stone, inside the Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown, offers a menu designed to satisfy both classic cravings and indulgent tastes. All-day festive features include the “Feastwich” — roasted cider-brined turkey breast on New Orleans French bread with cranberry aioli and sweet potato fries — along with desserts like Pecan Pie Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel and Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chantilly Cream. 

For those seeking a more formal experience, the Season of Gratitude Prix Fixe ($42) offers a four-course dinner including a velvety Butternut Squash Velouté, a Heritage Feast of roasted turkey paired with maple-butter smoked ham, and a sweet Harvest Finale. All-day favorites are served for both lunch and dinner, while the prix fixe menu is offered exclusively at dinner. 

Beyond the food, the downtown setting makes West + Stone a perfect destination for families, friends, or colleagues looking to celebrate the holiday in style. As the team at West + Stone notes, it’s a chance to “gather, indulge, and give thanks in every bite,” combining seasonal flavors with approachable elegance for a true Fort Worth Thanksgiving. 

Location: 1701 Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 | westandstoneftworth.com 

Seafood lovers in the Dallas/Fort Worth area can dive into a fresh lineup of new menu items at Fish City Grill and its sister brand, Half Shells. Starters include fan-favorite Oyster Nachos on housemade chips, Chargrilled Oysters with Cajun or Garlic-Herb Butter, and the Smoked Trout Dip with Old Bay Chips. 

From the Raw Bar, the Ahi Tuna Tartare features fresh tuna, avocado, cucumber, green onion, sesame seeds, tataki sauce, and avocado wasabi aioli served with crispy wontons. Raw oyster enthusiasts can also enjoy exclusive Mystic Mermaid Oysters. 

Hearty mains include the Omega Bowl — grilled salmon with miso-chili butter, avocado, cucumber, radish, cabbage slaw, rice, and sweet potatoes — and the creamy Havarti-Cheddar Mac & Cheese topped with golden breadcrumbs. Lighter options include Caesar Salad with add-ins like grilled chicken, salmon, or shrimp. Entrée standouts include Grilled Mediterranean Sea Bass with chimichurri and garlic-herb potatoes and Grilled Texas Redfish & Shrimp — coastal classics elevated by fresh, high-quality seafood. 

Locations: Allen – Watters Creek | Burleson | Dallas – Lake Highlands | Dallas – Preston/Royal | Flower Mound | Mansfield | Prosper | Richardson – Cityline | Waxahachie | Half Shells – Plano | Half Shells – Snider Plaza | fishcitygrill.com  

For those looking to escape the city this Thanksgiving, the Rough Creek Lodge, Ranch & Resort in Glen Rose offers a three-course buffet lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 27 — RSVP required. Executive Chef Gerard Thompson’s menu elevates traditional favorites with locally inspired ingredients, all served in the newly renovated Great Room, restaurant, bar, private dining spaces, and guest rooms. Live piano music fills the space, adding to the festive ambiance. 

Start with Oak-Grilled Sherry Maple Glazed Texas Quail, Maine Lobster Sweet Corn Chowder, or the “True Harvest” Mixed Green Salad with persimmons, pomegranate, and candied pecans. Main courses include Oak-Roasted Free-Range Turkey with smoked sausage cornbread dressing, Mesquite Smoked Prime Rib with Veldhuizen cheddar-poblano potatoes, or Maple-Mustard Glazed Salmon with butternut squash purée and pomegranate-crab relish. Desserts feature Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake, Dark Chocolate “Cup Cake,” and Warm Baked Apple-Cranberry Crisp with vanilla bean ice cream. 

Rough Creek Lodge provides a Thanksgiving experience that marries Hill Country charm with elevated, seasonal cuisine — perfect for families and friends looking for a memorable holiday retreat. 

Location: 5165 County Road 2013, Glen Rose, TX 76043 | roughcreek.com