Don’t know where to go for Thanksgiving dinner this year? Here is our complete list from every press release I’ve gotten this year. I’ve also included some businesses selling turkeys, pies, etc.
Andina: This Thanksgiving, for the first time, Rodriguez de Platt and her family will honor the holiday with a prix fixe menu featuring celebrated favorites, as well as specials that speak fluently the language of two distinct cultures. Thanksgiving at Andina will be a truly special evening, offering a three-course prix fixe dinner. Alongside many of our signature dishes, Andina is proud to feature holiday specials such as “Pavo Asado Novoandino” (heritage turkey with quince-huacatay chutney) and Tarta de Calabaza (Pumpkin chiffon tart). COST: Adults: $55, Children 5-11 half-price, under five free. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Aquariva Italian Kitchen: invites Portlanders to give thanks in a stress-free environment this November 26 with a locally-sourced gourmet buffet, complete with all the Oregon Fall harvest classics including Heritage Farms slow-roasted Turkey, Sauvie Island potatoes and fresh Pumpkin Pie. This worry-free flavorful feast in combination with Aquariva’s sweeping waterfront views offers the ideal opportunity to enjoy the sights and tastes of Oregon this Thanksgiving.
COST: $40 per person for buffet, $20 for children under 12 years, reservations recommended. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Berlin Inn Relax at our hour on Thanksgiving and let us do the cooking! As always, we will be offering a Traditional Thanksgiving Feast, along with our complete menu of authentic German cuisine, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan meals. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Bluehour: Special menu for the day. MORE INFORMATION: pdxfoodpress.com.
The Country Cat: Don’t Worry About Burning The Turkey… Enjoy a Thanksgiving Feast at The Country Cat Dinnerhouse & Bar. On Thanksgiving Day, join chefs Adam and Jackie Sappington as they cook up family recipes in the warmth of their Montavilla restaurant. Executive Chef Adam Sappington is preparing traditional favorites like his Brined, Smoked & Braised Turkey with Granny Criss’ Stuffing and “The Judy,” a spread of Longhorn cheddar cheese, beer, Tabasco sauce and onion (two recipes that have been in the Missouri-based Sappington family for two generations). Vegetarian options are featured, and a kids menu is available upon request. COST: $45.00 per person.
Firehouse: Though we will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, we at Firehouse would like to take the work and stress out of your holiday this year. We will be preparing a sumptuous feast featuring locally raised turkeys- boned, rolled roasted on our wood fired rotisserie and easy to carve- seasonal produce and fresh-baked pies, all ready to heat and put on the table. We will be preparing a sumptuous feast featuring locally raised turkeys – boned, rolled and easy to carve, seasonal produce and fresh-baked pies, all ready to heat and put on the table. Order your dinner by Friday, November 20th for pick-up on Wednesday, November 25th. Free delivery available.
MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
The HeathmanThe Heathman Restaurant and Bar’s two traditional Thanksgiving celebrations bring families together to celebrate the holiday and the bounty of Northwest ingredients prepared by culinary director Philippe Boulot and chef de cuisine Karl Zenk. The Heathman offers a prix fixe menu in the dining room from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and a grand holiday buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the second floor mezzanine and private dining rooms. COST: Grand buffet is $46.50 per adult, $18 per child under 12. The prix fixe dinner is $39.50 for adults and $18 per child under 12. Also an early bird 3-course dinner from 11a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for $29. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
The Jupiter: Doug Fir Cabin Fever Thanksgiving Feast. WHERE: 800 East Burnside, Portland. COST: Adult: $22, child $12. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Meriwether’s: Meriwether’s is the perfect setting for a unique farm-to-table Thanksgiving dinner. The stone fireplace, stained glass and hardwood floors provide one of the coziest spots in Portland to enjoy a memorable Thanksgiving meal with family and friends. Chef Earl Hook will prepare a traditional Thanksgiving dinner inspired by the fall produce harvested from Skyline Farm, local artisans along with his many years of creating rustic cuisine. Watch Earl prepare dinner from our wood-burning rotisserie and grill with turkey slowly turning on the spit, cast-iron pans sizzling on the hot coals & vegetables roasting on the grill….filling the restaurant with wonderful Thanksgiving aromas. COST: Adults are $45 & Children (9 and under) are $20. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Nicky USA: For many Americans, turkey is the main ingredient at the holiday table. This year, Nicky USA offers a unique European-style air chilled turkey from Nicky Farms raised by farmers practicing responsible animal husbandry and sustainable farming. “Unlike traditional turkeys that are flash frozen or sub-zero chilled, Nicky Farms turkeys are truly fresh,” said Geoff Latham, founder and president of Nicky USA. “After processing, the birds are air chilled overnight prior to packaging. They are packed in a clear bag the week prior to Thanksgiving to ensure you see the freshest bird available on the market today.” MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Portland Farmers Market: We invite Portlanders to feast on the region’s bounty this Thanksgiving. Shoppers can gather all they need at two dedicated Thanksgiving markets: the FEASTival Market on Saturday, November 21, at the PSU location from 9 am to 2 pm and the Thanksgiving Reunion Market on Tuesday, November 24, at the Eastbank location from 1 pm to 5 pm. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
“What could be better than gracing your Thanksgiving table with food grown and produced locally?” asks Ann Forsthoefel, executive director of Portland Farmers Market, a nonprofit 501(c)6 organization operated by a small staff of four full-time and four part-time employees and numerous volunteers.
Random Order Bakery: is a vibrant neighborhood cafe specializing in extraordinary home style pies and pastries. Our baked goods are made w/ exceptional care and high quality ingredients including local seasonal and organic produce as well as exclusively Bob’s Red Mill flours. We make authentic, flavorful, hand-formed pies w/ 2 all-butter crusts unless otherwise specified. Special order Holiday pies early. Random Order Pies are hand-crafted in small batches the number of special orders that can be accommodated for pick up is limited. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Thanksgiving at The Resort at The Mountain: a destination golf, spa and ski resort located on the western slope of Mt. Hood, invites guests to enjoy a generous Thanksgiving Day buffet with champagne in the Cascades Ballroom. Created by Executive Chef Paul Bosch and his culinary team, the menu offers guests a blend of both classic and unconventional Thanksgiving items. Guests can enjoy customary entrees like Slow Roasted Turkey with Apricot-Pistachio Stuffing, more alternative fare such as Roasted Halibut with Toasted Pecans and a Pumpkin Beurre Blanc, or develop their own creation at the custom omelet station. A variety of starter items and salads will also be offered, and those with a sweet tooth can top off their meal with a decadent dessert such as Double-Crusted Cheddar Apple Pie or Eggnog Cheesecake with Caramel Whiskey Sauce. COST: $36 per adult, $29 for seniors and $15 per child. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Roots Restaurant: In Vancouver, Washington on Thanksgiving? Enjoy a bit of elegance and a lot of wonderful food with family and friends at Roots Restaurant. They will be serving up a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings. Reservations starting at 4:00pm. Call for details and to make reservations: 360.260.3001.
Salty’s: Get out of the kitchen and enjoy the Thanksgiving Holiday with your family and friends this year at Salty’s on the Columbia. The extravagant Thanksgiving Buffet will feature Dungeness crab, peel and eat prawns, seafood chowder, blackened salmon, smoked Gouda mac and cheese, apple honey ham, prime rib, and carved turkey with hard cider gravy. Plus all the traditional favorites, like cornbread stuffing, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, pecan and apple pies, will be offered. As a featured wine pairing, we will celebrate the arrival of Beaujolais, with special features by the glass and bottle, too. COST: Adults $39.95, $1.50 per year of age for children 12 and under. MORE INFORMATION: pdxfoodpress.com
Simpatica: Hey everyone. I wanted to take an opportunity to present to all of you this year’s catering flyer designed by the good folks down at Simpatica Catering and Dining Hall. This holiday season is the perfect time to show your friends, families and coworkers that your really do love them – give the gift of delicious this holiday season! This year we are offering several packages that you can customize to create the perfect style event for you & your guests. Whether you are planning a company event, intimate dinner for your staff or cocktail party for 200 of your friends, we can help you design a menu & set the mood for a warm, successful holiday get together! Give us a call in the office to start the planning process. Thanks for taking a moment to look through the options attached & I look forward to working with you soon. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Three Square Grill: From 1995 – 2007 this was invite only. Due to the huge response from Food Network coverage we have opened it to reservations. We will have seating available from 4:00 – 8:30. COST: $30 Per person. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Two Tarts Bakery: once againg be baking up a storm of Thanksgiving pies.
If you’re just too freakin’ busy to roast fresh sugar pie pumpkins in order to impress any number of family or friends this holiday, we’re here for you. Dad likes good old-fashioned pecan pie? (Mine does.) We’ve got it covered. Need to pass off a pie as your own? We’ve even got a pie plate “upgrade.” for you. (These cherry red ceramic pie dishes make a lovely hostess gift, by the way.)
Fresh sugar pie pumpkin with a sprinkling of candied ginger, or toasted brown sugar pecan. $20 each, boxed with the glass pie plate in which they were baked. The shiny red pie plate upgrade will run you a cool five spot. Pies will be available for pickup Tuesday the 24th and Wendesday the 25th at the bakery, or at Square Deal Wine Co. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
Urban Farmer Urban Farmer restaurant will honor Thanksgiving “two ways” this year, with two separate offerings highlighting the restaurant’s emphasis on local and sustainable ingredients and housemade and artisanal fare. Brunch — which is widely known for its Wagyu beef brisket hash, fried chicken and waffles and Bloody Mary bar — will be offered from 6:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Dinner will be a four-course, prix fixe Thanksgiving Day menu, available from 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. COST: adults: $49, children: $29. MORE INFO: pdxfoodpress.com
We had Thanksgiving last year at Urban Farmer and were very happy with the meal and the service.