Ah, the turkey dinner. A stable on British tables come Christmas time, as families and friends gather for the big old feast. But the Yanks plop it down on the table a bit earlier across the pond – almost a whole month earlier! Similarly dedicated to family and (the name gives it away) giving thanks, Thanksgiving finds Americans gathering together and gorging themselves silly on the fourth Thursday in November. That means this year, Thanksgiving falls on November 23. Luckily for homesick US of A-ers, or those who’d love an excuse to tuck into an incredible amount of food, plenty of London venues are getting in on the action with their own version of the Thanksgiving feast. Loosen those belts London…
1. The Cadogan Arms, Kings Road
The Cadogan Arms is back again with another special Thanksgiving dinner in 2023. It’s all about the classic Thanksgiving spread (including a showstopping roast turkey) at The Cadogan Arms with the full meal available for £80pp. The special meal is only available for one day (November 23), but throughout the week you’ll get a chance to try out the special limited-time dessert: the Bourbon and Pecan Pie. And this won’t be the only place with a bourbon-y focus!
Book your table for The Cadogan Arm’s Thanksgiving here.
📍 298 King’s Road, SW3 5UG.
🚇 The nearest stations are Sloane Square and South Kensington.
2. Max’s Sandwich Shop, Finsbury Park
We’re going to throw a curveball into the mix here with a Thanksgiving leftovers meal. Ask pretty much any American, and they’ll tell you the best part of the holiday is eating all the leftovers the next day in a humongous sandwich. And that’s exactly what you can do at Max’s Sandwich Shop this year. The sando legends have teamed up with American bourbon brand, Wild Turkey, for a limited-edition Thanksgiving Leftover sandwich only available on November 24. The sandwich features turkey schnitzel, sauerkraut, stuffing, sausage, Wild Turkey glazed bacon crumb, a fried egg, and a Wild Turkey gravy mustard mayo, and pays homage to the iconic Friends ‘moist maker’. Plus, each one is accompanied by a FREE Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon Old Fashioned.
📍 19 Crouch Hill, Finsbury Park, N4 4AU.
🚇 The nearest station is Crouch Hill.
3. The Colony Grill Room, Mayfair
Back to the regularly scheduled programming, over at The Beaumont there’s another proper Thanksgiving feast up for grabs. At the hotel’s The Colony Grill Room guests can enjoy a celebratory menu of classic dishes and new creations. And to go with the enormous amount of food, they’ve even got two wine pairings of American wine to choose from, expertly selected by the sommelier team. As with most of these offerings – the special meal is available for one day only (November 23).
Book your place here.
📍 8 Balderton Street, Brown Hart Gardens, W1K 6TF.
🚇 The nearest station is Bond Street.
4. The Hoxton Grill, Shoreditch
They’re going balls-to-the-wall bonkers for one night only to celebrate Thanksgiving at The Hoxton Grill – and they’re roping in all their friends to help them celebrate. Their ‘Big, Bad Thanksgiving Celebration’ will feature food from Mississippi-born Executive Chef Slade Rushing, an extra special pumpkin pie from the dons of the London pie scene, Willy’s Pies, “a DJ set by certified American person Aimee Phillips (and her mate Billy Clark)”, and much more. And you’re sure not going to find such a unique menu anywhere else, with Pumpkin Arancini, Tea-Brined Roasted Turkey, Tennessee Whiskey Glazed Ham, and more to chow down on.
Head here to book your spot.
📍 81 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3HU.
🚇 The nearest station is Old Street.
5. The 411, Angel
This exciting new London bar has such considerable American influence that they couldn’t possibly let Thanksgiving pass by without using it as an excuse for a party! The 411 will be ringing in the holiday with a week-long celebration as they serve up American craft beer specials and Thanksgiving-inspired cocktails. Does anyone fancy a Pumpkin Spice Martini or Apple Cider Bourbon?
On Thanksgiving itself, they’ll also be serving up a three-course Thanksgiving feast that comes complete with a Buffalo Trace cocktail, all for just £40. There will also be a gratitude wall in place, where guests can share what they’re thankful for this year. And if you take part, you get a free cocktail to boot!
Book yourself in for a fun Thanksgiving night out here.
📍 411 St John Street, EC1V 4AB.
🚇 The nearest station is Angel.
6. Town House Kensington, South Kensington
The Town House at the Kensington are welcoming in Americans, their loved ones, and the ravenously hungry, to indulge for one day on November 23. The spread kicks off with the likes of crab cakes with sweet potato purée and squash soup with crème fraîche, pumpkin seeds and croutons before moving onto the centrepiece: an organic Norfolk Bronze turkey leg with all the trimmings. If you’re after something different, you could instead opt for the venison fillet or the butternut risotto, among other options. No matter what, though, you’ll want to try and save room for dessert to sample the classic pumpkin pie or the hearty apple crumble. At the end of it all they invite you to grab a perch in front of a fire with a cocktail to finish out a splendid evening of feasting.
Book your Thanksgiving feast at The Town House Kensington here.
📍 109-113 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, SW7 5LP
🚇 The nearest station is South Kensington.
7. 108 Brasserie, Marylebone
This Marylebone restaurant invites guests to kick things off with an aperitif in their 108 Bar – and how could you say no to a limited-edition Gingerbread Popcorn Old Fashioned? Following that, settle in at your table at the 108 Brasserie and you’ll be treated to a three-course feast of a meal for £58. Start with a choice between New England clam chowder or sweet potato fritters before the table is weighed down by Caldecott free-range bronze turkey with all the trimmings. Vegetarians aren’t missing out, though, with a truffle mac ‘n cheese with jalapeño and sweet corn salsa (and all the trimmings to boot) that could tempt a meat-eater. And at the end of it all some sweet sweet pie awaits, with a choice between pumpkin pie or Mississippi mud pie.
Head here to make your booking.
📍 108 Marylebone Lane, W1U 2QE.
🚇 The nearest station is Bond Street.
8. Double Standard, King’s Cross
The Standard Hotel’s Double Standard is presenting an evening full of food, cocktails, and entertainment to ring in Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving with Friends with Janine Harouni is just as much for the home-sick Americans, the ever-hungry foodies, and the comedy fans. There will be a Thanksgiving Set Menu to feast on, a UK vs. US pop culture pub quiz hosted by New York-born and London-based comedian Janine Harouni, and classic cocktails that utilize Vermont Whiskey brand WhistlePig.
Book a table for the night of fun here.
📍 Ground Floor, The Standard, 10 Argyle Street, WC1H 8EG.
🚇 The nearest station is King’s Cross St. Pancras.
9. The Clifton, St John’s Wood
Head to this charming restored pub for a special meal that mashes up the British roast tradition with the annual American Thanksgiving meal. Guests can head to The Clifton to enjoy the Thanksgiving ‘Host your Roast’ on November 23, with choices that include a honey-glazed Blythburgh Ham and free-range roast turkey, as well as all the sides (naturally). To finish off choose from the homemade pumpkin pie and the Mississippi mud truffles before rolling your way out the door.
Make your booking here.
📍 96 Clifton Hill, NW8 0JT.
🚇 The nearest stations are Kilburn High Road and Kilburn Park.
10. The Gas Station, King’s Cross
Over at The Gas Station, they’re not content with simply plonking down a mountain of food (wonderful as that sight always is). Instead, they’ve partnered up with American whiskey brand Heaven Hill for a Six Course American Whiskey and Food Pairing Menu. Priced at just £25 a head, guests will get to sample a variety of beloved American whiskeys, such as Larceny 92 Proof Bourbon, Bernheim Wheat Whiskey, Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon, and more, alongside a variety of small plates (with veggie options available!).
Head here to find out how to book your spot so that you don’t miss out!
📍 Goods Way, N1C 4UR.
🚇 The nearest station is King’s Cross St. Pancras.
11. The Stafford London’s American Bar, St James’s
This might just be the most authentic place to celebrate Thanksgiving in London – at least from a heritage standpoint. That’s because The Stafford’s American Bar is “one of the longest surviving American bars in London”. The venue itself is filled with a collection of Americana memorabilia, most of which has been donated by American guests through the years. So, naturally, they’re going big with their Thanksgiving feast (which is also available at the hotel’s The Game Bird restaurant). Things kick off with a luxurious Butternut squash velouté, which is followed by Maple-glazed Kellybronze turkey. And, of course, there are veritable mountains of sides to accompany. To finish: Chocolate pecan pie with mocha ice cream. Grab the special menu for lunch or dinner on November 23 only.
Book in for the special meal here.
📍 16-18 St James’s Place, St. James’s, SW1A 1NJ.
🚇 The nearest station is Green Park.
12. Sea Containers Restaurant, South Bank
The Sea Containers Restaurant is taking the American classic meal, and giving it a British twist. Inside, the venue’s design is reminiscent of 1920s transatlantic liners, and the menu is following suit! Chow down on their Thanksgiving turkey and Pumpkin Pie for one day only on November 23, from 5:30pm onwards.
Book your spot here.
📍 20 Upper Ground, SE1 9PD.
🚇 The nearest stations are Blackfriars, Waterloo, and Southwark.
13. BRIX, London Bridge
For a huge meal, why not head to a suitable cavernous venue? How about the 8,500 square-foot venue, BRIX, where they’re serving up a super-sized All-American menu for one day only on Thanksgiving? Food comes courtesy of award-winning chef, Radek Nitkowski, previously of Soho House Group, and ranges from Pulled beef truffled mac n’ cheese to Roast Norfolk turkey with chicken and apricot stuffing, as well as Maple, pecan and pumpkin crumble, and more. They’ll also have a special cocktail for one day only: the Turkey Day Old Fashioned (Bourbon, Tawny Port, Maple Syrup, and Orange Bitters).
Head here to secure your spot.
📍 16 Great Guildford Street, SE1 0HS.
🚇 The nearest stations are London Bridge and Borough.
14. Ham Yard Hotel Restaurant, Soho
Ham Yard is giving the Thanksgiving meal a contemporary twist (and a heap more dishes) with a five-course feast. Start with The Grateful Dove (a Bourbon Spritz with grapefruit, cranberry juice, and rosemary and pomelo tonic) before diving into dishes like the Dandy braised short ribs with molasses and onion rings, Wedge salad, blue cheese and buttermilk dressing, New Orleans style beignets with bourbon butterscotch, and more. Oh and don’t ignore the Parker House rolls and jalapeño cornbread – they come with dips that range from Roast turkey gravy butter to Blue cheese and chive fondue. Am I allowed to just eat a meal that consists wholly of bread and dips? Because I want to…
It’s only available for one night, so make a reservation here before you miss out.
📍 1 Ham Yard, W1D 7DT.
🚇 The nearest station is Piccadilly Circus.
15. Brasserie Max, Covent Garden
They’re keeping things just a little more traditional over at Brasserie Max for their special Thanksgiving meal. It all starts with a welcoming Fords-Biscus Martini (clementine and hibiscus infused Fords Gin with fino sherry and Frangelico) before guests tuck into the likes of Shrimp, avocado and lobster cocktail, Roast beef fillet with horseradish cream, watercress and shallot salad, and sides such as Macaroni Cheese and Roasted sweet potato. Oh, and turkey. Of course. Wrap it all up with a Boston cream pie or a traditional Pumpkin spiced tart for a properly filling meal out.
Book your spot for the one-night-only here.
📍 10 Monmouth Street, London WC2H 9LF.
🚇 The nearest stations are Leicester Square and Covent Garden.
16. Charlie’s at Brown’s, Green Park
For an indulgent Thanksgiving meal with some of the finest, locally sourced produce, head to Charlie’s, nestled inside Brown’s hotel. There, a £95 pp three-course menu ranges across dishes that make use of the restaurant’s reputation for culinary innovation, combined with traditional flavours. Expect the likes of clam and sweetcorn chowder with tarragon and smoked bacon, roast organic turkey, with cranberry sauce, crushed sweet potato and leek gratin, and braised halibut with salsify and variegated kale or potato gnocchi, roast delica squash and hazelnut pesto. Then finish it all off with a traditional pecan pie or pumpkin custard tart, or perhaps even a selection of cheeses from Buchanan’s.
Book your table here.
📍 33 Albemarle Street, W1S 4BP.
🚇 The nearest station is Green Park.
17. Claridge’s, Mayfair
The elegant Claridge’s is swinging open their doors on November 23 for a sumptuous Thanksgiving feast. They’re taking the classics and giving them a modern twist. Hungry diners feasters can expect Cornish clam chowder or Sweetcorn & truffle velouteé to start, before chowing down on a golden Norfolk bronze leg turkey or a Roasted squash pithivier, both with all the trimmings. And, naturally, there’s Pumpkin pie to end the night, with spiced butterscotch, brown butter ice cream to boot.
Make your reservations here.
📍 Brook Street, W1K 4HR.
🚇 The nearest station is Bond Street.
18. Duck & Waffle, Bishopsgate
This iconic all-day (and we mean all-day!) eatery is getting in on the Thanksgiving feasting with a show-stopper menu across both lunch and dinner services for one day only. On November 23, Duck & Waffle invites you and all your family and friends to indulge in a full-on banquet of culinary delights. Expect the likes of Buttermilk Cornbread, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Whole Roasted Bronze Turkey with all of the trimmings, and plenty more classically over-the-top Thanksgiving dishes.
See the full menu and make a booking here.
📍 110 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AY.
🚇 The nearest station is Liverpool Street.
19. Booking Office 1869, King’s Cross
Step back in time with a Thanksgiving dinner at this stunning venue. Booking Office 1869 is rolling out a special three-course menu for the day – but we reckon the unmissable component is the special cocktail. They’ve mixed up an exclusive limited-time drink, The King’s Gold Spice, which blends cognac, bourbon, and white crème de cacao with ginger liquor. We’ll take two!
Book your table here.
📍 Inside the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London, Euston Road, NW1 2AR.
🚇 The nearest station is King’s Cross St. Pancras.
20. Oblix at The Shard, London Bridge
Tuck into a Thanksgiving feast with a view from Oblix at The Shard’s breathtaking 32nd-floor perch. They’re also one of the few venues allowing you more than just one day’s chance to sample the festive menu. The Thanksgiving feasting menu, featuring all the expected hits, will only be served on November 23. But the dishes are also available as a tasting menu from November 24 – 26.
Book in for the special meal here.
📍 Oblix, The Shard, 31 St Thomas Street, SE1 9RY
🚇 The nearest station is London Bridge.
21. SOUND at The Cumberland Hotel, Marble Arch
Over at SOUND at The Cumberland Hotel, they’re side-stepping the outrageously over-the-top turkey dinners that other venues are serving up. Instead, they’re doling out Thanksgiving Turkey Burgers with a turkey patty and a sausage patty all topped off with streaky bacon and cranberry sauce. The best part? Kids (under 12) eat for free!
📍 Great Cumberland Place, Marble Arch, W1H 7DL.
🚇 The nearest station is Marble Arch.
22. The Bourbon Trail, across London
Okay, so this isn’t officially a Thanksgiving event per se, but we can’t think of many better ways to celebrate the occasion than with a bourbon-fueled exploration of some of London’s best bars. Five London venues have partnered up with Woodford Reserve on some truly special Old Fashioned riffs to celebrate Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned Month this November. Participating bars include the Gong Bar at the Shangri-La, The Corinthia, Brunswick House, Swift, and Nightjar. Why not grab one of the specially made bourbon passports, made in collaboration with artist Ludivine Josephine, and hit up the bars to try them all out? The first 50 people to try all the cocktails and complete their passports will even win themselves a special bottle of bourbon!
Head here to find out more.
23. Dovetale, Mayfair
Recently opened by two Michelin star chef Tom Sellers at 1 Hotel Mayfair, Dovetale is inviting their guests to indulge in a Thanksgiving feast using responsibly sourced produce. This inaugural Thanksgiving three-course dinner will welcome you with a limited edition ‘Upcycled Sour’ to warm up your taste buds for a warming and hearty feast of dreams. A glorious roasted turkey with all the trimmings will of course feature as the main, along with all the holiday classic pies for dessert for an all-American meal. To book and for more information, head here.
📍 1 Dover Yard, Mayfair, W1J 8NE.
🚇 The nearest station is Green Park.
So, there you have it. A list of feasts and delights to explore as you wander the streets of London dreaming of a Thanksgiving spread. Go forth, and let the gluttony overtake!