This Thanksgiving, Cincinnati is prepared to offer a variety of delicious options. Whether you’re craving a classic turkey dinner with all the traditional sides or a unique twist on holiday favorites, the city has plenty to choose from. From charming local eateries to upscale downtown restaurants, there’s something to satisfy every palate. If you’re considering dining out or looking for inspiration for your own celebration, here’s a guide on how to enjoy Thanksgiving in Cincinnati.
Thanksgiving in America this year is Thursday, November 28.
Thanksgiving Cincinnati 2024: Restaurant Offerings
This list is not exhaustive and I update the information becomes available. I try to feature as much as I can but certainly this is not all that is out there. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, I would recommend contacting them to see what they are offering.
1931
1931 is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet on featuring an assortment of local cheeses and charcuterie, salads, carving stations serving turkey with gravy, prime rib, and ham, along with a seafood display featuring jumbo shrimp and oysters. Guests can enjoy a remarkable selection of entrees and sides, followed by an extravagant display of desserts, pies, and decadent cakes. The buffet is priced at $89 per adult, $35 per child (ages 6-12), and $69 for seniors (65+). Note that there will be no à la carte options available, and valet service is included.
Metropole @ 21c Museum Hotel
Metropole @ 21c Museum Hotel is offering a prix-fixe, coursed menu crafted by Kam Losonsky and the Metropole team for Thanksgiving at $85 per person.
Subito
Subito is offering a Thanksgiving buffet with an Italian twist for $79 per person and $45 for children ages 2-12. Enjoy a grand buffet featuring a variety of traditional and Italian-inspired dishes at The Lytle Park Hotel.
Coach House
Coach House in Hamilton is offering a Thanksgiving menu for reservations only, with seating times available between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The menu features hand-carved turkey and ham, salmon with lemon crème sauce, and a variety of sides, including mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and green bean casserole. Desserts include assorted cakes and pies. Pricing is $45 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under, with beverages, tax, and gratuity not included. The restaurant will be closed on Friday, November 22, to allow staff to celebrate with their families.
Kona Grill
Kona Grill in Cincinnati invites guests to celebrate Thanksgiving with dine-in and takeout options. The menu features traditional roasted turkey with sautéed green beans, miso mashed potatoes, brioche stuffing, and ginger-yuzu cranberry sauce. For a unique twist, Kona offers the Macadamia Nut Turkey, which includes a macadamia nut-crusted turkey breast with shoyu cream sauce. Guests can complete their meal with pumpkin pie and a Pumpkin Spiced Old Fashioned. The Thanksgiving specials are available from November 28 to December 1. For those celebrating at home, Kona Grill offers a Thanksgiving to-go package, including two Macadamia Nut Turkeys, one Traditional Roasted Turkey, one kids’ roasted turkey, and a pumpkin pie.
Eddie Merlot’s Prime Aged Beef & Seafood
Eddie Merlot’s Prime Aged Beef & Seafood is offering a special Thanksgiving prix-fixe menu for $49 per person and $24 for children. The three-course meal features a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, served from 11 AM to 8 PM. The restaurant will also have its full dinner menu available.
- Starter (Select One):
- Classic Wedge Salad
- Caesar Salad
- House Salad
- King Crab & Corn Bisque
- Entrée:
- Hand-Carved Roasted Turkey with Traditional Sage Stuffing, Brown Gravy, and Cranberry Relish
- Sides (Select Two):
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Sweet Potato Casserole
- Sautéed Green Beans
- Asparagus
- Broccoli
- Dessert (Select One):
- Individual Carrot Cake
- Individual Triple Chocolate Cake
- Crème Brûlée with Pumpkin Spice Crème
Taxes and gratuities are additional.
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