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Dallas Thanksgiving Dining Guide: Best Restaurants & Take‑Out Options

Enjoy a hassle‑free Thanksgiving by choosing a restaurant that serves a complete meal. Below are our top picks for dine‑in and take‑out options in Dallas.

1. At the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, Executive Chef Sebastien Archambault offers a refined Thanksgiving menu featuring Roasted Organic Heritage Turkey with chestnut stuffing, glazed acorn squash, Brussels sprouts, cranberry jam, and homemade gravy. Reservations for lunch and dinner are accepted.

2. For a bold, Southwestern twist, book a table at Fearing's. Chef Dean Fearing presents an elevated three‑course feast that includes pheasant confit, jumbo prawns with crab Louie, and a tangerine‑seasoned turkey with tortilla dressing.

3. In the Historic West End, Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse delivers a classic Western atmosphere with a three‑course meal crafted from the freshest fall ingredients—pecans, cranberry, roasted turkey, pumpkin, sweet potato, and more.

4. Elm & Good, located in the new Kimpton Pittman Hotel, offers a special three‑course Thanksgiving menu. Highlights include Laurie's Brussels sprout salad, roast turkey breast, maple‑custard stuffed acorn squash, and buttermilk pie.

5. The historic Adolphus Hotel hosts City Hall Bistro, serving a Thanksgiving brunch and dinner featuring Butternut Squash Bisque, Truffle‑Roasted Turkey Breast, Bourbon‑Caramel Pecan Pie, and all the classic fixings.

6. Ellie's Restaurant & Lounge presents a three‑course menu where guests can choose garlic‑and‑sage turkey, beef tenderloin, or paella, finishing with chocolate pecan pie or a personal pumpkin tart. View the full menu here.

7. Order a home‑cooked Thanksgiving meal from local favorite Norma's Café. Dinners include roasted turkey breast or spiral‑cut glazed ham, dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a 10" pumpkin pie. With five pickup locations, place your order soon!

8. Experience Texas barbecue with family meals at Smokey John's. The family‑owned spot offers a holiday menu featuring dressing‑stuffed turkey legs, smoked ham, and all the essential sides. Take‑home orders are available by phone or online.

Bonus: While there are many options for dine‑in or take‑home, a few more favorites include:

Lockhart in the Bishop Arts District offers Thanksgiving take‑home dinners with brisket, smoked prime rib, and cheesy potato casserole. Sweet Georgia Brown in South Dallas presents a holiday menu with ribs, sweet potatoes, and peach cobbler.

Jose, a Guadeloupe‑inspired restaurant, serves a special Thanksgiving en Casa menu featuring oven‑roasted turkey breast, spicy sausage stuffing, poblano mac & cheese, and Mexican chocolate pecan pie.

Finally, check out Eatzi's, a Dallas favorite—a European‑style market with chef‑crafted meals, offering a full Thanksgiving menu of meats, sides, and pies to feed the whole family.


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