These Long Island restaurants open on Thanksgiving take the meal prep out of the holiday. Instead of sliding an extra leaf into the dining room table, why not start your planning now and book a reservation. Then, sit back, relax, and relish the fact that someone else is basting the turkey and scrubbing the pots. Your only concern is keeping the kids engaged and enjoying a lively conversation.
If you've got picky eaters, or aren't a fan of turkey, many of these Long Island restaurants open on Thanksgiving also offer their regular menu items on Thanksgiving Day. Just be sure to call ahead for reservations.
For fabulous feasting with your little ones any day of year, check out our Long Island Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide and have a Happy Thanksgiving. We're grateful you're here.
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Enjoy Thanksgiving dinner in a cozy cottage atmosphere at Davenport Press.
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Nassau County
1. Davenport Press – Mineola
Enjoy the cozy cottage atmosphere at Davenport Press. Make your reservations early to ensure a table. Each meal includes an appetizer, such as cream of turkey soup, rigatoni alla vodka, or stuffed mushrooms; an entree, like roast turkey with chestnut stuffing, roast Long Island duckling, salmon, or chicken Parmesan; and a dessert, such as cheesecake, apple crisp, or ice cream. Adults are $69.95; $34.95 for children.
2. The Capital Grille – Garden City
This swanky steakhouse is serving Thanksgiving dinner along with its regular menu. Opt for the prix fixe menu—adults are $55; children $20—and selections include slow-roasted turkey, green beans, cranberry chutney, and mashed potatoes. Add a slice of pumpkin cheesecake for an additional charge. Take-home meals are also available to re-heat and enjoy in your dining room.
3. Seasons 52 – Garden City
Located in the center of Garden City’s shopping mecca, this homegrown favorite is open on Thanksgiving Day, serving turkey dinners for children and adults. In addition, adults can enjoy seasonal classics like flatbreads and wood-grilled vegetables with their entrees. Children can dine on grilled chicken fingers, hamburgers, pasta, or children’s cheese flat breads. Reservations are recommended and can be booked online.
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The Milleridge Inn offers a prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner.
4. Milleridge Inn – Jericho
Light the first sparks of the holiday season by dining at the North Shore's elegant Milleridge Inn, which features a charming mini-shopping village and tasteful, glowing decor. Make a reservation in advance for Thanksgiving, where you can choose from a sit down prix fixe or a grand buffet option. Each option includes a good mix of traditional Thanksgiving dishes and house specialties. Prices are $68-70 for adults depending on the option; $35-37 for kids ages 2-12. Those under age 2 are FREE.
5. Uncle Bacala's – Garden City Park
Enjoy a delicious family meal at Uncle Bacala's on Thanksgiving Day right on Jericho Turnpike in Garden City Park. The adult prix fixe menu runs $55 and includes soup, salad, entree, and dessert. The choices include turkey, pork, Tilapia, and skirt steak. Be sure to call ahead for reservations.
6. Galleria Ristorante – Westbury
A Thanksgiving special is offered alongside the regular Italian trattoria-style menu at this local favorite. Dishes such as linguine, risotto, and sauteed chicken can be created in smaller, less expensive plates for little eaters. Located near Westbury's Gallery and the Roosevelt Field Mall, this eatery is also a great place for hungry Black Friday bargain-hunters.
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Eat to your heart's content at Eric's Italian Bistro, which serves a generous three-course Thanksgiving meal.
7. Eric's Italian Bistro – Mineola
Bring your family to this modern bistro in Mineola run by the Echeverria family. Eric's offers a three-course menu for $58.95 featuring turkey, sides, and a trio of desserts. Reservations are recommended.
8. The Coral House – Baldwin
Delight in Thanksgiving favorites at The Coral House, where a carving station takes center stage. The kids station has hot dogs, chicken tenders, and macaroni and cheese. Seatings are held on the half hour from 11am-4:30pm. Adults $55.95; $25.95 for children; those under 2 are FREE.
9. Opus Mediterranean Steakhouse – Jericho
Enjoy white and dark meat turkey, plus Thanksgiving favorites like potatoes, cranberry sauce, and vegetables at this chic steakhouse. Dinner is $49 per person. Call 516-605-1400 for reservations.
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Savor a warm bowl of soup on Thanksgiving at Tweed’s Restaurant and Buffalo Bar.
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Suffolk County
10. Tweed's Restaurant and Buffalo Bar – Riverhead
The prix fixe menu at Tweed's includes soup or salad, turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, a choice of two sides, and dessert. Prices are $62 per person. Its award-winning daily menu is also available. Call for reservations.
11. Harbor Mist – Cold Spring Harbor
This cozy eatery boasts sparkling views of Long Island Sound. A three-course meal for adults is $75, and includes traditional eats or specialties like miso-glazed salmon and short ribs. A special kids menu is available for those under age 12. Cold Spring Harbor’s waterfront parks are across the street for after-dinner play. Reservations are required for these two-hour seatings. A takeout menu is also available.
12. Jonathan's – Huntington
In the heart of Huntington's bustling village, Jonathan's offers its regular dinner menu on Thanksgiving Day, as well as a menu of Thanksgiving-inspired specials such as roast turkey, mushroom ravioli, and pumpkin pie. There is also a children's menu, which includes appetizers, burgers, and pasta. Reservations are required.
13. East Wind – Wading River
Enjoy a hassle-free holiday with dinner at this East End eatery. East Wind is open from noon-5pm with four different seating times. It offers a full Thanksgiving buffet for $74.95 per adult and $35.95 per child. Children under 2 are FREE, but you must bring your own high chair. Dishes include turkey, ham, salmon, soups, bread, and a variety of salads. There is a full kids menu, too.
14. La Piazza – Melville
The Thanksgiving menu at La Piazza in Melville will have your mouth watering. Herb-roasted turkey, sausage cornbread stuffing, roasted Brussels spouts and bacon, and sweet potatoes topped with marshmallow are some of rhe main offerings. Enjoy your choice of desserts too. Prices are $57 per adult; $30 for children under 12.
Photos are courtesy of the restaurants
Originally published in 2018.