Photo: Saltwater Grille Thanksgiving Buffet
Want to know where around Portland you can have a sit-down dinner on Thanksgiving? How about where to order local Turkeys and all the fixins’ for at home? Here’s our comprehensive list to help you plan your Thanksgiving Day 2024 for singles, couples and families! Whether you dine in or order out, your holiday food coma of the season is waiting for you!
More to come, check back soon!
SPECIAL THANKSGIVING DINE- IN OPTIONS
- Offering a Thanksgiving Brunch on Thursday, November 28th. Traditional Turkey Dinner, Turkey Benedict, Pumpkin French Toast and more.
- RESERVATIONS can be made online via Resy.com
BOONE’S FISH HOUSE & OYSTER ROOM
- Serving a Chef’s Table Spread on Thursday, November 28th. Seating from 12-5pm, $89 per adult, $35 for kids. They will be serving roasted turkey, lobster mac ‘n cheese, orange pistachio crusted salmon, mashed potatoes, cheesecake, pies, and much more! Explore the full menu and find more info here.
- RESERVATIONS – Can be made on Resy.com. or by calling (207) 774-5725.
Photo: Dock Fore
- Open at noon and offering cranberry Jello shots, turkey sandwiches, turkey dinner pizza on special. Full menu until 3pm. $1.95 pints from 3pm – 7pm; $3.95 mimosas until 7pm; and $3.95 20oz Smuttynose drafts from 7pm – close. Streaming all the big football games of the day! No reservations, just come on in!
- The Armory Lounge at the Regency will have a limited menu with some Thanksgiving specials. Kitchen and bar open from 1pm-9pm.
- Eighteen95 Restaurant will have a 3 course pre fixe menu available. $75 per person, with reservations available through OpenTable.
- RESERVATIONS – Can be made here.
- Serving a Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 28th for $60 per adult, $35 for kids 12 and under. Seating from 11am – 6pm.
- RESERVATIONS – Can be made by calling (207) 799- 5400.
- Serving traditional Thanksgiving Fare served Buffet style – including a Farmers Fall Harvest Salad, Local Cranberry Sauce, Caramelized Fennel Apple Stuffing, 24 Hour Brined Turkey, Herb Roasted Turkey Gravy, Cranberry Almond Cake, and more! $78 per person. Reservations on Thanksgiving day from 12:30pm – 5pm.
- RESERVATIONS – Can be made via Resy.com
Three Dollar Deweys
- Open and serving a Thanksgiving Buffet ($39 per person) from 11:30am – 6pm. A limited standard menu will be available during the day for those who do not want the buffet but would opt for traditional Deweys cuisine.
- RESERVATIONS – Can be made in-person or over the phone at (207) 772- 3310. First-come first serve basis for those without reservations.
- Open Thanksgiving and offering a full Thanksgiving buffet. Open at noon.
- RESERVATIONS – Can be made online via OpenTable.
- Open Thanksgiving for breakfast from 7am – 11am; dinner 12pm – 8pm. In addition to their regular menu, Union will be offering special Thanksgiving-themed dishes.
- RESERVATIONS – Taking online reservations only! Reserve via Resy.com.
- Offering a special Thanksgiving buffet in the elegant Eastland Ballroom. Menu features classic holiday favorites like succulent roasted turkey, sweet honey-baked ham, and mouthwatering roasted prime rib, plus a delightful array of sides and desserts. Seatings at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.
- RESERVATIONS – Seating can be secured via Eventbrite.
Photo: Thanksgiving Chef’s Table at Boone’s Fish House & Oyster Room
PRE-ORDER TURKEYS, SIDES, AND DESSERTS IN PORTLAND!
- Offering take and bake Thanksgiving meals for $275. Feeds 8 people. Place orders between Friday, November 1st and Saturday, November 16th
- PICK-UP is for Wednesday, November 27th between 12pm and 4pm
- Big Tree Grocery is offering an array of options to order online from turkey and sides to desserts, starters and boards, and breads and pastries.
- PICK-UP locations in Portland, Biddeford, Falmouth and Casco Bay Islands. Pick-up is Wednesday, November 27th (time varies for each location).
Photo: Buzz Coffee
- Buzz Coffee has launched bottled batches of lattes and cold brew, as well as cold brew martini bundles. These will be regular menu items moving forward, but making their debut for the holidays so you can have your coffee of choice right from home. Lattes will come in half gallons with a variety of flavors and milk choices. Cold brew is available in both half gallon and 16 oz bottles. The cold brew martini bundle includes cold brew, espresso beans for garnish, as well as chocolate covered espresso beans for a sweet treat.
- PICK-UP at Buzz Coffee, located at 19 Exchange Street.
Photo: Cantina Calafia
- Serving up a tasty round up of Thanksgiving desserts for pre order. Includes: 8″ Mexican-Spiced Pumpkin Pie with guajillo, cinnamon, fennel and ginger and agave pepitas; 8″ Goat Cheese Flan and a Trifle Jar (Vegan & gluten-free) with layers of chocolate mousse, brownies, raspberry preserves (made from Stonecipher Farms berries), coconut caramel & toasted cocoa nibs. All feed about 6 or more.
- PICK-UP is Tuesday, November 26th or Wednesday, November 27th. Pick-up through the window (on Pine St) is 11:30am – 3pm. Pick-up at the restaurant (46 Pine St) is 4:30pm – pm.
- Selection of pie for preorder includes Cranberry, Bourbon, Pumpkin & Maple Pecan and more. You can order online or come on by the restaurant or call 207-772-1110 to place your order.
- PICK-UP is Wednesday, November 27th 12pm – 3pm at The Ugly Duckling.
Photo: Eighty 8 Donuts
- Open until noon on Thursday and are continuing the tradition of taking preorders. Each of their standard menu flavors will be available as well extra-special specials: coconut cream pie and Biscoff cookie with pumpkin spice buttercream. “Sugar Rush” is a box of 25 of their bite-sized donuts and you may select up to 5 flavors per box. To order dm here or calll/text 207-653-3071 with your name, quantity, flavors and pick up time. You may also call the shop at 207-805-0488.
GROSS BAKERY/ GROSS CONFECTION BAR
- Not offering any items for preorder, however, the Gross Bakery team will be opening back up special holiday hours on Wednesday, November 27th starting at 8am. Will be offering on a first-come, first-served basis baked goods including: 6” spiced pumpkin cheesecakes with cranberry-apple compote, pecan oat crisp crumble and graham cracker crust; Maine blueberry scones; Jalapeño, scallion and cheddar biscuits; Sausage and Parmesan hand pies; Brown butter coconut macaroons; Honey wheat pumpkin seed dinner rolls and more.
- Preorder Thanksgiving pies and tarlets (all GF). Indulge in Sweet Potato Miso Pie, Pear Ginger Pie, Cranberry Curd Tarlet, Lemon Curd Tarlet and more.
- PICK-UP is Tuesday, November 26th and Wednesday, November 27th between 8am – 5pm.
- Maria’s is offering take home Thanksgiving Dinners. $24 Dinner includes Roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, gravy, hubbard squash, peas & carrots, sausage stuffing, and dinner rolls. Half trays also available for $60 each and feeds 6-8 people. Tray options include sausage lasagna, chicken parm, or eggplant parm. Desserts and bottles of wine available as well. Order between now and November 23rd. Order by phone at (207) 772 – 9232.
- PICK-UP is Wednesday Nov. 27th, between 10:30am-3:30pm.
- A selection of meats available for order including turkeys, pork roast, prime rib, duck legs, Cornish hens, and more. Delivery and store pick-up available. Order online or over the phone at (207) 772 – 3961.
- Holiday pies for preorder: Hōjicha pumpkin pie; Miso caramel banana cream pie; Pumpkin spice & black sesame butter mochi 8″ cake (gluten-free); Sourdough chocolate chip cookies. Preorder close Friday, November 15th.
- PICK-UP is Wednesday, November 27th from 9am – 3pm.
- Local turkeys, ducks and chickens, seasonal pies including bourbon pecan, pumpkin and apple, cranberry sauce and more. Order online. New this year the Rosemont team is offering Meal Bundles tailored to the size of your gathering.
- PREORDERS close Friday, November 22nd
- PICK-UP is Tuesday, November 26th and Wednesday, November 27th.
- Siblings is collaborating with The Purple Whisk this year to bring you: Spiced Carrot cake; Cranberry Almond Pudding Cake (gluten-free); Apple Cranberry Pie; Blueberry Crumble Pie; Sour Cream Coffee Cake; Pear Ginger Scones; Brown Butter Chocolate Chip; Gingerdoodles. Available for pick up or delivery. Last day to order is Wednesday, November 20th. Order online!
- PICK-UP is Wednesday, November 27th
- Available for pre-order this year: yeast rolls, sweet potato rolls, French rolls, apple streusel galette, morning bundt cake, salted caramel nut tart, and more. All Thanksgiving pre-orders must be made online and the cut-off date for placing Thanksgiving pre-orders is Saturday, November 23rd.
- PICK- UP is Wednesday, November 27th between 11 am and 3 pm at the special order pick-up door to the right of the main entrance.
- Offering Thanksgiving Dinner (serves 8 people) for preorder as well as Apple Crisp Dessert, Mac & Cheese, Sangria and Margarita Growlers. Orders must be in by Sunday, November 24th by 5pm.
- PICK-UP is for Tuesday, 11/26 and Wednesday, 11/27
- Enjoy homemade treats (pies and rolls) from Executive Pastry Chef Georgia Macon this Thanksgiving! Generously sized to serve 14-16 guests.
- PICK-UP is available on Tuesday, November 26th or Wednesday, November 27th from 12-3pm.
- Thanksgiving menu includes pies, breads, cookies and cakes available to preorder online. Preorders are exclusively offered Tuesday 11/26 – Thursday 11/28. Orders can be placed through Thursday, November 21st – or until sold out. TFC’s new West End location will be offering holidays on a walk-in basis Tuesday, November 26th and Wednesday, November 27th from 7:30am – 4pm
- PICK UP at 195 Lancaster St., Portland Tuesday, November 26th and Wednesday, November 27th from 8am -4pm; Thanksgiving day 8am – 11am.
- Thanksgiving pre-orders are officially open through Monday, November 25th. Treat yourself and your loved ones to Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake, Loaded Bake Potato Quiche, Caramel Apple Crumb Pie, Bougie Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Pie, and more.
- PICK-UP is Wednesday, November 27th at 643 Forest Avenue.
- Local Vietnamese food truck is offering a Limited Edition Tray: Vietnamese Feast ($160) that includes Crispy Pork Belly, Pork Skewers, Golden Egg Rolls, a Fresh Vietnamese Salad. Comment or DM us to reserve your tray.
- PICK-UP is Thursday, November 28th from 12pm – 2pm at Fork Food Lab
- 9” Thanksgiving pies for preorder! Selection includes Apple, Mixed Berry, Smoked Pecan, French Silk, Pumpkin, and Banana Caramel. To order, send an email to [email protected] with your name, number, and order! Or come on in and order in person. Orders are open until Friday, November 22nd.
Photo: Wilson County Barbecue
GIVING BACK + COMMUNITY RESOURCES/DINNERS
Photo: Holiday Meals at Crispy Gai
- Crispy Gai has partnered with other local restaurants—Regards, Bread and Friends, and Mr. Tuna—along with CarHop, to deliver meals to those who need it most.
- PREORDER: Holiday meals can be ordered by filling out an online order form. Please note that all addresses must be within a 7 mile radius of Crispy Gai. Orders must be received by 9am on Tuesday, November 26th.
- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Three time slots available between 12pm – 6pm for both delivering meals and bagging meals. Anyone interested can send an email to [email protected]
- Online food map available to help find you are someone you know in need a local food partner/ food resource near you. Portland partners including Root Cellar, Commonspace, Salvation Army. St. Lukes, Project FEED inc., and more.
- Offering community meals for those in need. Please reach out to tAJ @ [email protected].
- PICK-UP this Thursday, November 28th between 2pm – 4pm
- Providing meals to-go as well as ingredients to help prepare a Thanksgiving meal – i.e. pies, turkey, stuffing, gravy, green beans and more.
- PREORDER: call (207) 775-4939. Deadline is Monday, November 18th.
- IF YOU’D LIKE TO HELP: Wayside is looking for donations as part of their Holiday Food Drive Wish List. Donations can be dropped off at their warehouse at 135 Walton Street Portland by 11:30am on Friday, November 22nd.
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