Thanksgiving in Austin leaves room for Texas traditions, with smoked turkey, barbecue sides and pecan pie alongside the classic holiday spread. This guide rounds up Thanksgiving dinners, brunches and turkey-to-go options across the city, from Downtown dining rooms to neighbourhood spots in East and South Austin.
Thanksgiving in America this year is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Thanksgiving Austin 2026: Restaurant Offerings
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The Peacock Mediterranean Grill at Austin Proper is serving Mediterranean-inspired Thanksgiving specials alongside their regular menu.
- Menu: Turkey breast with merguez stuffing, cardamom cranberry sauce, stuffed pumpkin and pomme purée.
- Dessert: Apple tarte Tatin with labneh ice cream. Pricing was not listed.
La Piscina at Austin Proper is offering Thanksgiving specials throughout the day alongside their regular à la carte menu.
- Menu: Chorizo verde-stuffed acorn squash followed by achiote turkey fajitas with sweet potato rajas, jalapeño-guajillo cranberry sauce, tortillas, rice and refried beans.
- Dessert: Pumpkin cheesecake with cinnamon meringue. Pricing was not listed.
Nido is serving a seasonal Thanksgiving prix fixe for lunch and dinner overlooking the Austin skyline.
- Price: $109 per adult and $55 per child. An optional wine pairing is $45 per adult.
- Menu: Squash soup, roasted turkey with stuffing and gravy, Parker House rolls, mashed potatoes, maple brown butter yams and pumpkin panna cotta.
Summer on Music Lane is serving a three-course Thanksgiving prix fixe with classic and vegan selections. $65 per adult, with a $35 option for younger guests and a separate children’s menu. Regular brunch and dinner favourites will remain available.
Caroline is serving a three-course Thanksgiving feast with holiday dishes and shared sides. Parties of one to three will receive individually plated meals. Groups of four or more will be served family-style.
Carpenters Hall is serving a family-style Thanksgiving prix fixe from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. $70 per adult and $25 for children aged 10 and younger.
Ciclo is hosting a Thanksgiving brunch buffet. $158 per adult and $50 per child. Holiday dishes, seasonal brunch selections and assorted desserts.
Wink is offering a three-course Thanksgiving menu from noon to 5 p.m. $75 per person. Wine is available separately. Traditional Thanksgiving dishes prepared with Wink’s own approach, plus selections that are not holiday-themed.
The Kitchen Austin is serving a shared Thanksgiving feast in Downtown Austin.
- Price: $85.50 per adult. Children aged 10 and younger dine free. A $50 fee applies to cancellations within 48 hours.
- Menu: Butternut squash bisque or autumn greens, roasted turkey, rolls, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, stuffing, Brussels sprouts, macaroni and cheese, cranberry chutney and apple galette.
Corinne Downtown is serving a family-style Thanksgiving feast during lunch and dinner. $69 per person. Roasted turkey, seasonal side dishes and house-made desserts. The complete menu was not listed.
Carillon Restaurant is hosting a Thanksgiving Day brunch featuring traditional holiday dishes. $95 per adult, $40 for children ages 6 – 12 and free for children 5 and under.
Casa do Brasil is serving an unlimited Brazilian Thanksgiving feast with turkey carved tableside.
- Full experience: $75 per person, including the salad bar, turkey, beef, chicken, lamb, pork, shrimp, dessert and a $25 card for a future visit.
- Turkey experience: $49 per person for the salad bar, turkey and dessert. Holiday sides include pumpkin bisque, cranberry relish, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole and stuffing.
Fairmont Austin is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet in the Congressional Ballroom from noon to 4 p.m.
- Price: $140 per adult and $45 for children aged six to 12. Reservations made by October 29 receive 15 percent off.
- Menu: Traditional Thanksgiving dishes, herb-crusted Texas prime rib and assorted desserts. Live music and complimentary self-parking are included.
Corinne Domain is offering Thanksgiving plates throughout the day while quantities last.
- Price: $44 for the regular plate and $19 for the children’s plate. Pumpkin pie cheesecake is $12, and additional sides are $9 each.
- Menu: Turkey, turkey schnitzel, gravy, Boursin mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce. Brunch runs from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with dinner from 5 to 10 p.m.
Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar is hosting a chef-prepared Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $140 per adult and $40 for children aged four to 11. Children aged three and younger dine free.