Feel blessed, and not stressed, this Thanksgiving with delectable dinner specials from Boston’s top eateries.
Contessa’s Thanksgiving spread features decadent bites with an Italian twist.
Artisan Bistro
Take the stress out of Thanksgiving dinner by joining the Artisan Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston for its holiday menu. This four-course prix fixe special offers a modern take on traditional Thanksgiving dishes—with a roasted butternut squash bisque and cinnamon creme fraiche followed by a choice between salads, there is no better way to start your meal. Then, slice into your favorite entrees, including juicy turkey with maple sausage dressing, or the pan-seared tofu filet with sweet potato gnocchi. 10 Avery St., 617.574.7100, artisanbistroboston.com
Aquitaine
Why spend hours cooking a turkey and sides when Aquitaine offers a to-go Thanksgiving menu, ready for pickup the day before? Chef Dolly Bourommavong is cooking up dishes like creamy butternut squash and apple bisque with crème fraiche, and for the main course, sage brined roast turkey breast with pearl onions and cremini mushrooms. Don’t forget to order a slice of the pumpkin chiffon pie; after all, dessert is the most crucial part of any meal. Multiple locations, aquitaineboston.com
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
If you prefer to spend your Thanksgiving dinners at the dessert table, reserve a spot at Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse. With both a mouthwatering classic Thanksgiving dinner and add-on dessert options, holiday treats don’t get any better than this. Dive into the heavenly homemade apple pie with vanilla ice cream or splurge on a pecan tart with wild turkey bourbon anglaise and divine sweet cream. Multiple locations, davios.com
Fratelli
Thanks to Fratelli at Encore Boston Harbor, Thanksgiving dinner does not have to be gobbled down in the middle of the day. Open from 12PM to midnight, indulge in its dreamy Turkey Day offerings at your leisure. From the menu, mouthwatering turkey and Italian stuffing are perfectly paired with tart cranberry sauce and creamy mashed potatoes—smothered in homemade gravy. Just be sure to leave room for a slice of seasonal pie. 1 Broadway, 617.420.8833, fratelliencore.com
Contessa
Looking for an Italian take on Thanksgiving classics? Look no further than Contessa, where scrumptious bites come with sweeping city views and vibrant decor. Devour the squash carpaccio while leaving room for its delectable ricotta gnudi di pecora and roasted turkey with sage gravy. Finish off this divine meal with creamy pumpkin ice cream or delightful crema de Boston before slipping into a food coma. 3 Newbury St., contessatrattoria.com
Clink at the Liberty Hotel
This Turkey Day, impress guests with a gourmet, “take and bake” meal from home—which serves six to 10 people—or avoid any cleanup with Clink’s dine-in offerings. Your family is sure to gush over the pasture-raised herb-stuffed turkey, blanched green beans with shallot butter and creamy whipped potatoes. As the evening comes to a close, pecan and apple pie topped with fresh-whipped cinnamon vanilla chantilly cream gives everyone something to be grateful for. 215 Charles St., 617.224.4004, libertyhotel.com
The Beehive
Turkey with a side of live jazz music is The Beehive’s specialty this year—Grandma’s house could never offer this ambiance. As you sway to the saxophone’s vibrato, slice into executive chef Ryan Skeen’s exquisite bites, like delectable lobster and pumpkin bisque and delightful roasted turkey with sage and rosemary gravy. With a slice of pecan pie and a craft cocktail to finish, utter bliss is surely on the menu. 541 Tremont St., 617.423.0069, beehiveboston.com
Photography by: MICHAEL BLANCHARD
