Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to eat, drink and be thankful. Looking for ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Calgary this year? This post covers Thanksgiving dinner Calgary 2021, where to get turkey to go as well as other features for brunch, lunch and takeout by local restaurants and businesses.
Thanksgiving in Canada this year is Monday, October 11.
Thanksgiving celebrations can take on different forms from traditional, fusion to modern.
Please use this list as an inspiration for ideas on how to put together your own Thanksgiving celebration.
This list is updated as information becomes available. Please reach out to me [email protected] or @foodgressing on social media for any suggestions.
Thanksgiving Dinner Calgary 2021, Brunch, Lunch for Dine-In
Hawthorn at Hotel Fairmont Palliser
Hawthorn at Hotel Fairmont Palliser is offering a 3-course prix-fixe menu on October 9, 10 & 11 priced at $75 per person.
- Autumn Salad: baby kale, roasted squash, mixed seeds, maple buttermilk vinaigrette
- Brined Alberta Turkey: confit leg stuffing presse, carrot puree, roasted sunchoke, fermented cranberry relish, pan jus
- Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake: aerated lavender chocolate, sponge toffee, toasted pumpkin seed streusel
THÊ Restaurant @ The Carriage House
THÊ Restaurant at The Carriage House is offering a Thanksgiving Dinner for dine-in on October 10 and 11 at 4:15 pm, 4:30 pm, 6:15 pm and 6:30 pm.
Calgary Zoo
Spend the afternoon exploring the zoo with your friends and family, followed by an amazing four-course turkey dinner at the Calgary Zoo Fall Harvest Dinner on October 10.
SCHEDULE:
12:00 p.m. – Guests are welcome to enter the zoo starting at 12:00 p.m. to enjoy an afternoon exploring the zoo grounds
5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. – Doors open at Safari Lodge and table service is available for drink orders
6:00 p.m. sharp – Four-course Fall Harvest Dinner begins
8:30 p.m. – Evening concludes
TICKET PRICE*:
Adult: $54.95
Senior: $49.95
Child: (3-15) $34.95
*Ticket includes: Admission to Calgary Zoo starting at 12:00 p.m. (regular Adult $29.95, Senior $27.95, and child $19.95 value add), 4 course plated Turkey dinner, parking not included. **Engage and Inspire Members receive 10% off discount.
The Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre
The Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre is offering Thanksgiving dine-in at Barringon’s. Adults $45, Seniors $39, Children under 12 $16.95. Reservation required.
Moxie’s
Select Moxie’s locations (Barlow, Deerfoot Meadows, Shawnessy) are offering a Thanksgiving dine-in menu for $33 per person.
This special three-course meal features a Caesar Salad to start, Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, and Key Lime Pie for dessert.
Ruth’s Steakhouse
Ruth’s Steakhouse is offering a 2-course Turkey Dinner for $55 or 3-course for $65, kids under 12 are $20.
Hotel Blackfoot
Hotel Blackfoot is offering Thanksgiving Brunch ($35 per person) and Dinner ($38.95).
River Cafe
River Cafe is hosting a Thanksgiving Brunch from 10am to 3pm on October 10 and from 11am to 3pm on October 11.
They also have a special 3-course, family style Thanksgiving dinner for $70.00 per person October 10 and 11 from 4 pm onwards.
The Captain’s Boil
The Captain’s Boil is offering a Thanksgiving special from October 7 – 11.
- 1 Lobster
- Snow Crab Legs (1 lb)
- Shrimp (2 lbs)
- Mussels (2 lbs)
- Calamari
- Chicken Wings
- Premium Sides x 2
- Regular Sides x 3
Flower and Wolf Calgary
Flower and Wolf Calgary is offering a Dine In Experience or a Turkey to Go dinner on October 9, 10 and 11.
Turkey To Go – $249 for 6ppl or $449 for 12.
Dine in Experience is $45 per person.
Menu includes: Roast Pumpkin Soup, Roasted Turkey, Sliced Breast & Confit Leg & Apple & Herb Stuffing.
Sirocco Golf Club
Sirocco Golf Club is offering Thanksgiving Brunch from 9 am to 2 pm from October 10.
Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner & Turkey To Go Calgary 2021
Hawthorn at Hotel Fairmont Palliser
Hawthorn is offering a family-sized Thanksgiving takeaway of Slow Roasted Alberta Turkey and all the trimmings, including a bottle of Chandon Brut.
Order by Wednesday, October 6 and pickup Saturday, October 9, Sunday, October 10 or Monday, October 11.
They have two options:
Small Turkey (5 – 6 kg), serves 8 people ($395)
- Hawthorn Baked Loaf of Bread – whipped honey butter
- Garden Greens – cucumber, cherry tomatoes and sweet herb dressing
- Slow Roasted Alberta Turkey
- Traditional Sage and Apple Stuffing
- Honey Roasted Root Vegetables
- Whipped Potatoes
- Orange Cranberry Sauce
- Gravy
- Pumpkin and Apple Pie
- 1 Bottle of Chandon Brut Classic 750ml
Large Turkey (10 – 12 kg), serves 15 people ($595)
- Hawthorn Baked Loaf of Bread – whipped honey butter
- Garden Greens – cucumber, cherry tomatoes and sweet herb dressing
- Slow Roasted Alberta Turkey
- Traditional Sage and Apple Stuffing
- Honey Roasted Root Vegetables
- Whipped Potatoes
- Orange Cranberry Sauce
- Gravy
- Pumpkin and Apple Pie
- 2 Bottles of Chandon Brut Classic 750ml
JOEY Restaurants
JOEY Restaurants is offering Turkey Dinner to Go ($185, serves 4 – 6 people).
- Oven Roasted Turkey with Gravy
- Caramelized Apple and Sage Stuffing
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Butter Glazed Harvest Carrots and Yams
- Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Fall Kale Salad
- Dinner Buns
- Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest
- Fresh Baked Apple Pie with Ice Cream
Pre-order online before October 7 for pick-up October 8–11.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary South
Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary South is offering a Turkey Dinner for 8 people ($350). Order by October 6 for pickup on October 10 from 2 pm – 4 pm. 1/2 orders are available at $195.
Order by calling 403.278.5050 or email [email protected]
The Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre
The Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre is offering Thanksgiving turkey to go.
- 5-7 kg (6-8 people) – $295.00 plus tax
- 9 kg (10-12 people) – $395.00 plus tax
- Dinner for two – $89.00 plus tax
Order before 5 pm Wednesday, October 6th by contacting Emily at 403-207-8100 or [email protected].
Pickup October 10 & 11 from 2 pm – 6 pm.
Embarcadero Wine & Oyster Bar
Embarcadero is offering a Thanksgiving dinner on October 10 and 11. Three course dinner $34; turkey and sides $26. Available for dine in, pickup or delivery. Preorders recommended.
Calgary Zoo
Enjoy an amazing four-course turkey dinner in the comfort of your home without the hassle in the kitchen. All dinner items will be packed separately and hot to ensure freshness.
Available for pick up on Sunday, October 10, 2021 or Monday, October 11, 2021. Timed pick-up available every 30 minutes from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Pick up orders from the Calgary Zoo South Security building located at 1300 Zoo Road NE, Calgary.
DINNER PRICE*:
Dinner for 6 people: $220
Dinner for 10 people: $330
*Engage and Inspire Members receive 10% off discount.
ROUGE
Rouge is offering a Thanksgiving Feast Heat & Eat Meal Kit priced at $65 person.
Roasted Squash & Sweet Potato Salad
Poached Pear | Radicchio | Kale | Orange | Feta | Toasted Maple Pumpkin Seed
Lamb Meatballs
Foie Gras Sauce | Fried Sherry Brussels Sprouts
Turkey & The Fixings
Turkey Roulade | Gravy | Crabapple Chutney | Truffled Pomme Purée
Roasted Carrots | Rutabaga Fondant
Pumpkin Pudding Chômeur
Pecan Caramel | Crème Chantilly
Pick up on October 8 or 9 from 3 pm – 5 pm.
Blue Flame Kitchen
Blue Flame Kitchen is offering a Thanksgiving Dinner ($210) which serves 4 – 6 people. Preorder by October 6 for pickup on October 8 or 9.
Thanksgiving Dinner:
- Ready to Roast Turkey Breast with Fresh Herbs
- Confit Turkey Leg & Thigh
- Honey & Thyme Roasted Carrots
- Roasted Cauliflower & Swiss Gratin
- Sage Stuffing with Roasted Garlic
- Traditional Turkey Gravy
- Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
- Spiced Orange Cranberry Sauce
- Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream
- Blue Flame Kitchen Silicone Oven Mitts
Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Dinner:
- Ready to Roast Turkey Breast with Fresh Herbs
- Confit Turkey Leg & Thigh
- Honey & Thyme Roasted Carrots
- Gluten-Free Roasted Cauliflower & Swiss Gratin
- Gluten-Free Traditional Turkey Gravy
- Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
- Spiced Orange Cranberry Sauce
- Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream
- Blue Flame Kitchen Silicone Oven Mitts
Moxie’s
Select Moxie’s locations (Barlow, Deerfoot Meadows, Shawnessy) are offering a Thanksgiving Dinner for Two To Go for $66, and will be available for pick-up from October 8 – 11.
Place your online pre-order by Wednesday, October 6th to guarantee availability. Participating locations only.
The Thanksgiving meal bundle includes Caesar salad, garlic baguette, roast turkey with stuffing and gravy, cranberry sauce, seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes, and key lime pie for dessert.
Earl Kitchen + Bar
Earls Kitchen + Bar is offering ready-to-heat Thanksgiving Turkey Dinners. Available in ready-to-heat individual servings for $29 or a family-style dinner for four at $105.
These include oven roasted turkey breast, buttery mashed potatoes, airy country bread + bacon dressing, green beans and carrots, delicata squash, and plenty of cranberry sauce and gravy to go around.
Pumpkin Pie offered by the slice for $10.5 or a whole pie for $30.
Pre-orders are available now until October 8th, with pickup at your local Earls between October 9th – 11th.
Hotel Blackfoot
Hotel Blackfoot is offering Thanksgiving dinner to go from October 8 – October 11. 13 lb roast turkey serving 8 – 10 people. Priced at $385 + GST.
Sunterra Market
Sunterra Market is offering a variety of Thanksgiving Meal Kits, Thanksgiving Feasts, and more. Check their Thanksgiving page for details.
Swiss Chalet
Swiss Chalet is offering a few Thanksgiving features including a 4 person feast and an individual feast.
The Guild
The Guild is offering a Thanksgiving takeaway dinner.
Enjoy a Citrus & Herb Brined Turkey ― a confit turkey leg and a sous vide turkey breast ― with all the fixings, a sage & brioche turkey stuffing and roasted broccolini with brown butter.
Their take-home dinner serves 2 or 4 and can be pre-ordered until Oct 7, for pickup on Oct 8 or Oct 9.
T&T Supermarket
T&T Supermarket is offering various Thanksgiving combos and sets. Please check your local T&T to see what is being offered. Must pre-order one day ahead.
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