By Sarah-Mae McCullough / The Seattle Times
Thanksgiving: a season of gratitude, community and hours of meal planning and kitchen time. To scratch that last part, order a meal kit or dine out this year.
In addition to kits from local specialty grocery stores, dozens of restaurants around the Seattle area offer to-go meals and/or festive sit-down feasts.
Here’s a sampling of places where you can order takeout or dine-in for Thanksgiving dinner this year. Please check the web addresses included before making plans, as some restaurants may run out of reservation spots or share other updates.
Everett
Shawn O’Donnell’s American Grill and Irish Pub
Dine-in: Dinner includes herb roasted turkey, Irish colcannon mashed potatoes, market vegetables and more. You can also add on a holiday drink special, from spiced maple Old Fashioneds to Irish coffee. It’s $27.99 per adult, $14.99 per kid. Seatings available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
122 128th St. SE, Everett; 425-338-5700; shawnodonnells.com/thanksgiving2024.
Kirkland
Hearth
Dine-in: This Thanksgiving meal at Hearth, The Heathman Hotel’s restaurant, includes an option of roasted turkey, braised short ribs or mushroom lentil “meatloaf” as a main, plus all sorts of sides and pumpkin pie for dessert. It’s $70 per adult, $35 per child age 12 and under. Check available seating times and make reservations online.
Takeout: You can also order from the Hearth’s Thanksgiving menu to-go. It’s $70 per person. Order and select a pickup time online; pick up Nov. 27 or 28.
220 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland; 425-284-5900; heathmankirkland.com/happenings.
Mill Creek
Tablas Woodstone Taverna
Takeout: Tablas’ Thanksgiving meal kit menu offers mains like sliced honey glazed ham and roasted turkey breast and sides including garlic mashed potatoes and orange cranberry sauce; $55 per person with a two-person minimum. Order online or by phone by Nov. 25 and pick up on Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
15522 Main St., Mill Creek; 425-948-7654; tablaswoodstonetaverna.com.
Redmond
Matts’ Rotisserie & Oyster Lounge
Dine-in: Order classics like slow-roasted turkey and seafood dishes like chowder and crispy fried oysters off Matts’ a la carte Thanksgiving menu. Prices vary; main dishes are $31-$65. From 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the holiday, last seating at 6:30 p.m. Call to reserve.
7325 166th Ave. NE Suite F210, Redmond; 425-376-0909; st.news/matts-thanksgiving.
Renton
Hyatt Regency Lake Washington
Dine-in at Water’s Table: This four-course prix fixe menu features seasonal dishes from spiced pumpkin bisque to king salmon. It’s $125 per guest; a la carte kids’ menu available for ages 5-12. Thanksgiving dinner will be served 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Reserve online.
Dine-in at Lakesgiving: In the Lake Washington Ballroom, eat from a buffet featuring soup, salad, charcuterie, Thanksgiving classics, a carving station, a seafood bar and desserts. It’s $100 per person, $50 for children 5-12, free for kids under 5; 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving with the last seating at 6:45 p.m. Reserve online.
1053 Lake Washington Blvd. N., Renton; 425-203-1234; waterstable.com/thanksgiving.
SeaTac
13 Coins
Dine-in: Order off a special Thanksgiving menu starting at 11 a.m. or from a streamlined all-day menu. Holiday offerings include a classic meal with roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetables, pie and more for $49, plus additional starters and drink pairings.
Takeout: These herb-roasted turkey dinners also come with mashed potatoes, vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh herb stuffing, orange cranberry sauce, gravy and pumpkin or apple pie. Costs are $195 for four people or $325 for eight people.
18000 International Blvd., SeaTac; 206-243-9500; 13coins.com/thanksgiving.
Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar
Dine-in: As well as a large buffet, Copperleaf’s Thanksgiving will offer live-action stations including fresh oyster shucking, prime rib and turkey break carving, and crème brûlée torching. $130 per person, $40 for kids. Seating times available at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Make reservations online.
18525 36th Ave. S., SeaTac; 206-214-4282; cedarbrooklodge.com/dining-specials.php.
Snoqualmie
Salish Lodge and Spa
Dine-in: Groups of up to nine people can dine in the main restaurant on Thanksgiving, enjoying a three-course meal for $115 per guest. For groups of 10 people or more, the lodge will provide tableside turkey carving in the Ballroom and Cliffside dining spaces, along with a three-course meal, for $135 per guest. In both cases, children 10 and under are $30, and a wine pairing can be added for $20.
6501 Railroad Ave., Snoqualmie; 425-888-2556; st.news/salish-lodge-thanksgiving.
Tacoma
McMenamins Pub at Elks Temple
Dine-in: Pick from tasty Thanksgiving specials alongside the usual pub menu on Nov. 28. Prices vary. Check available seatings and make reservations online.
565 Broadway, Tacoma; 253-300-8754; mcmenamins.com/events/259220-thanksgiving.
Woodinville
Willows Lodge
Dine-in at Barking Frog: Enjoy a unique three-course tasting menu with seasonal ingredients at Willows Lodge’s bistro. It’s $95 per adult, $25 per child ages 3-12, from noon to 9 p.m. For parties up to six people, you can book online. For parties of seven to eight, book by calling 425-424-2999. (Parties of nine and more should book the Buffet Dinner in the Sammamish Ballroom.)
Dine-in at Sammamish Ballroom: Choose from a huge buffet of holiday classics, seasonal treats and tasty desserts; $85 per adult, $40 per child ages 12 and under. Seating times at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Email Erin.Laccinole@willowslodge.com to make reservations.
14580 NE 145th St., Woodinville; 425-424-3900; willowslodge.com/woodinville-restaurants/thanksgiving.
Ballard
Spice Waala
Takeout: Grab a Thanksgiving tandoori chicken marinated 36-plus hours ($26) with cooking instructions and sides available for purchase: aloo matar, a dish with potatoes and peas ($5), and daal tadka, a lentil dish ($5). Preorder online by Nov. 23 and pick up Nov. 27.
2008 NW 56th St., Seattle; 206-457-8691; st.news/spice-waala-thanksgiving.
Beacon Hill
The Flora Bakehouse
Takeout: Order a locally made pie, heirloom apple cheesecake or other baked goods for your holiday dinner. Prices vary. Preorder Thanksgiving goods online at least four days in advance and pick them up during a selected time slot on Nov. 27 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
1511 S. Lucile St., Seattle; 206-762-0418; exploretock.com/theflorabakehouse.
Capitol Hill
Plum Bistro
Dine-in: This vegan restaurant’s Thanksgiving menu includes appetizers like roasted pumpkin soup and charred broccolini, entrees like a maple-glazed holiday roast with “Nana’s Cornbread Dressing” and cheesecake or apple pie for dessert. Gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free options are available. Available 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving. To make reservations, text 206-880-8000.
Takeout: A full Thanksgiving roast dinner feeds five to six for $230. Many items can also be ordered individually. Order online by Nov. 25 and pick up Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
1429 12th Ave., Seattle; 206-838-5333; plumbistro.com.
Spice Waala
Grab a Thanksgiving tandoori chicken marinated 36-plus hours ($26) with cooking instructions and sides available for purchase: aloo matar, a dish with potatoes and peas ($5), and daal tadka, a lentil dish ($5). Preorder online by Nov. 23 and pick up Nov. 27.
340 15th Ave. E. #202, Seattle; 206-466-5195; st.news/spice-waala-thanksgiving.
Central District
Wood Shop BBQ
Takeout: Pick up all sorts of meats for Turkey Day, from a precooked smoked turkey for $200 to slow-smoked beef brisket for $75 or jalapeño macaroni n cheese ($60 for a half-pan). Order online and pick up on Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. to noon.
2513 S. Jackson St., Seattle; 206-485-7381; thewoodshopbbq.com.
Columbia City
Spice Waala
Takeout: Grab a Thanksgiving tandoori chicken marinated 36-plus hours ($26) with cooking instructions and sides available for purchase: aloo matar, a dish with potatoes and peas ($5), and daal tadka, a lentil dish ($5). Preorder online by Nov. 23 and pick up Nov. 27.
5024 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle; 206-268-0084; st.news/spice-waala-thanksgiving.
Downtown Seattle
13 Coins
Dine-in: Order off a special Thanksgiving menu starting at 11 a.m. or from a streamlined all-day menu. Holiday offerings include a classic meal with roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetables, pie and more for $49, plus additional starters and drink pairings.
Takeout: These herb-roasted turkey dinners also come with mashed potatoes, vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh herb stuffing, orange cranberry sauce, gravy and pumpkin or apple pie. Costs are $195 for four people or $325 for eight people.
255 S. King St., Seattle; 206-682-2513; 13coins.com/thanksgiving.
Andare Italian Kitchen & Bar
Dine-in: Andare will offer an a la carte menu on Thanksgiving. Prices vary, with menu items including roasted turkey, garlic mashed potatoes and Italian sausage stuffing. Check for availability and make reservations online.
Hyatt Regency Seattle, 808 Howell St., Seattle; 206-859-6777; exploretock.com/andare-seattle.
Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge
Dine-in: Enjoy a five-course Thanksgiving feast with seasonal cocktails, an optional wine pairing and panoramic views of Seattle ($125 per person). Check available times and make reservations online.
Lotte Hotel Seattle, 809 Fifth Ave., 16th floor, Seattle; 206-800-8117; charlotterestaurantseattle.com.
Daniel’s Broiler
Dine-in: Choose from a full-on Thanksgiving buffet with holiday classics from traditional roasted turkey to green bean casserole. It’s $75 per adult, $40 per child ages 6-10, free to children 5 and under. Noon to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Make reservations online.
Hyatt Regency Seattle, 808 Howell St., Seattle; danielsbroiler.com.
Fairmount Olympic Hotel
Dine-in at The George: Main courses at this family-style dinner include citrus-brined turkey breast and beef tenderloin, plus starters and desserts. It’s $90 per adult, $50 per child ages 5-12, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Reserve online.
Dine-in at Shuckers Oyster Bar: Celebrate the season with a four-course prix fixe menu of traditional and seasonal seafood favorites. It’s $95 per guest, $50 for ages 5-22, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Reserve online.
Takeout: Preorder a traditional roasted turkey dinner, complete with all the trimmings and a bottle of Champagne. The small option serves four people for $215 while the large option serves eight people for $390. Place your order online by Nov. 22 for pickup on Nov. 27 or Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
411 University St., Seattle; 206-621-1700; st.news/fairmount-thanksgiving.
Four Seasons Hotel
Dine-in in the ballroom: Enjoy a buffet of unique appetizers like saffron-spiced pear, plus a carving station with turkey, prime rib and salmon and indulgent desserts. It’s $165 per adult, $70 per child ages 5-14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the holiday. Reserve online.
Dine-in at Goldfinch Tavern: This three-course Thanksgiving feast includes Pacific Northwest cuisine, including Dungeness crab baby gem salad, butternut rigatoni and roasted sugar pumpkin pie. It’s $165 per adult, $70 per child ages 5-14, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Reserve online.
99 Union St., Seattle; 206-749-7000; st.news/goldfinch.
First Hill
STELLA.
Dine-in: Enjoy a four-course meal at Hotel Sorrento’s restaurant, with roasted turkey, portobello or halibut as the main course ($75 per person). Check available time slots and reserve online.
900 Madison St., Seattle; 206-343-6156; stellaseattle.com.
Fremont
Ethan Stowell Restaurants (pick up at Tavolàta Stone Way)
Takeout: Serve five to six people with this kit including a ready-to-roast turkey, cranberry sauce, gravy, potatoes and more ($295). Order online and pick up at Tavolàta Stone Way on Nov. 27 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. or Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
3627 Stone Way N #8003, Seattle; 206-456-2666; st.news/stowell.
Industrial District
Ethan Stowell Restaurants (pick up at ESR Commissary)
Takeout: Serve five to six people with this kit including a ready-to-roast turkey, cranberry sauce, gravy, potatoes and more ($295). Order online and pick up at 4111 First Ave. S. on Nov. 27 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. or Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
4111 First Ave. S., Seattle; 206-588-0030; st.news/stowell.
Leschi
Daniel’s Broiler
Dine-in: Enjoy a four-course meal with entrees from roast turkey to king salmon and desserts like New York-style cheesecake and traditional pumpkin pie; $90 per adult, $40 per child ages 6-10, free for children 5 and under. From noon to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Make reservations online.
200 Lake Washington Blvd., Seattle; 206-329-4191; danielsbroiler.com.
Magnolia
Kaspars Catering & Events
Takeout: This Thanksgiving Dinner includes an oven-roasted turkey with honey rosemary glaze, salad, stuffing, mashed potatoes and more. There are options that feed four people ($280) and eight people ($550). Order online and pick up Nov. 27 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
3656 34th Ave. W, Seattle; 206-298-0123; kasparsseattlecatering.com.
Pike Place Market
Ben Paris
Dine-in: Celebrate the holiday with a seasonally inspired menu that puts some creative twists on holiday classics; $85 for adults, $35 for kids 12 and under. Add an optional wine pairing for $30. Check available times and make reservations online.
130 Pike St., Seattle; 206-513-7303; benparis.com.
Maximilien
Dine-in: This six-course menu brings a French twist to Thanksgiving, with dishes like Camembert puff pastry amuse-bouche, savory turkey galantine with smoked duck and a decadent pumpkin mousse. It’s $150 per person for food; drinks are charged separately. Seatings available at 5 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. on the holiday, and there will be live accordion music from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Make reservations online.
81A Pike St., Seattle; 206-682-7270; maximilienrestaurant.com.
South Lake Union
Daniel’s Broiler
Dine-in: Enjoy a four-course Thanksgiving dinner featuring your choice of roast turkey, prime rib, maple roast pork or king salmon, plus starter and dessert options; $90 per adult, $40 per child ages 6-10, free for children 5 and under, from noon to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Reserve online.
809 Fairview Place N., Seattle; 206-621-8262; st.news/daniels.
Madison Valley
Cafe Flora
Dine-in: Work your way through a creative vegetarian four-course meal either indoors or on Cafe Flora’s heated outdoor patio; $85 per adult, $28 per child ages 12 and under, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Make reservations online.
2901 E. Madison St., Seattle; 206-325-9100; florarestaurantgroup.com.
University District
Earl’s on the Ave
Dine-in: This sports bar on the Ave is known for serving cheap drinks and tasty food 365 days a year. The menu includes burgers ($11-$14), pizzas ($14-$18) and sandwiches ($10-$14); open on Turkey Day from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m.
4333 University Way NE, Seattle; 206-525-4493; earlsontheave.com.
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