Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving in Cleveland

This article was update in November 2025.

Bucca Di Beppo
Why we love it: Switch up your Thanksgiving tradition with a family-style Italian feast at Buca di Beppo in Strongsville. The fun, cozy atmosphere creates a warm setting for holiday gatherings, whether you’re hosting the whole family in the Pope’s Room, Kitchen Table or Wine Room, or keeping it intimate at a smaller table. Try this: Order the Thanksgiving Feast for dine-in, carryout or delivery, available in two sizes ($105 for 3–4 people or $160 for 5–6). The spread includes sliced white meat turkey, homestyle gravy, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, seasonal vegetables, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. In the mood for something classic? The lasagna ($35.99-$49.99) is a customer favorite that feeds 3-6 people and includes towering layers of meat sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan. 16677 Southpark Center, Strongsville, 440-846-6262, dineatbuca.com

Horizons Restaurant
Why we love it: Looking for a Thanksgiving getaway with the family? Book a stay with The Lodge, or simply enjoy a beautiful place to sit down with a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. With starters, entrees, sides and desserts served in a beautiful lakeside setting, it’s an inviting spot for family gatherings or a romantic retreat with the person you’re most thankful for. Try this: The maple-glazed ham ($34.99) is served with smoked gouda mac and cheese and oven-roasted broccolini for a hearty holiday plate. Save room for the dessert display included with all entrees, featuring pumpkin pie, fruit pie, cannolis, creme brulee, mousse, chocolate cake, cheesecake and apple crisp. 4888 N. Broadway, Geneva, 440-466-710, thelodgeatgeneva.com

Morton’s The Steakhouse
Why we love it: Located in Tower City Center, Morton’s has become a staple of Downtown dining, and the options are endless at their Thanksgiving feast. Guests can choose to dine from their 3-course Thanksgiving menu or the full dinner menu. For $69 per person, guests receive a classic Thanksgiving meal Morton’s style. Reservations are not required but strongly recommended. Try this: The holiday meal includes a butternut squash bisque starter, a fall harvest salad and a roasted turkey roulade that covers all the bases, finished with a slice of pecan streusel cheesecake for dessert. 1600 W. Second St., Cleveland, 216-621-6200, mortons.com

Mallorca
Why we love it: Let this award winning Cleveland staple handle the cooking this year on Thanksgiving. Mallorca’s menu usually boasts Spanish and Portuguese cuisine, but during the holiday they switch to a classic American Thanksgiving feast. The regular dinner menu will still be available, but the special holiday menu includes a classic roast turkey with all of the fixings. Try this: Spending the holiday alone? Get a carry-out individual Thanksgiving meal for $39. 1390 W. Ninth St., Cleveland, 216-687-9494, mallorcacle.com

The Rustic Grill at StoneWater Golf Club
Why we love it: Sometimes Thanksgiving can be a little hectic when planning dinner for the whole family. Luckily, StoneWater is making it easy this year with curbside pickup if you need an entire meal, just a couple of sides to complete your Thanksgiving dinner or a dessert to take it over the top. The food will be cold at pickup; just warm it up, and it is ready to be on your plate. Place your order by 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22, and pick it up on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Try this: The pumpkin rolls ($18) are filled with sweet and tasty cream cheese, made to feed the whole family. Gluten free menu options are also available. 1 Club Drive, Highland Heights, 440-461-4652, stonewatergolf.com

The Aviator Pub & Restaurant
Why we love it: Whether you want to relax at home or celebrate with family overlooking the runways, The Aviator has you covered this Thanksgiving. Choose between the festive brunch buffet at the restaurant’s stunning airport-view venue or a convenient Take & Bake Feast available for pickup at all three locations. Try this: The Take & Bake option feeds 4–10 guests and includes an herb-crusted roasted turkey with all the trimmings, from cornbread stuffing and honey-glazed carrots to fresh-baked ciabatta rolls, plus bottles of red and white wine. For dine-in guests, the Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet features deep-fried turkey legs, carved prime rib, pierogies, stuffing and classic holiday desserts, complete with a complimentary mimosa for adults. 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, 216-770-5300, aviatorpubcleveland.com

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Table 45
Why we love it: Table 45 at the InterContinental Cleveland makes Thanksgiving effortless with dine-in and to-go options for every type of celebration. Choose from a grand Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet on Nov. 27 (10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.), featuring seasonal classics, or a three-course dinner (4–9 p.m.) with entree options like roasted turkey, glazed salmon or pumpkin ravioli ($75 per person). Try this: Prefer to host at home? Order a Turkey To-Go Dinner by Nov. 21 for 6–16 guests and receive a free pumpkin pie. 9801 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland, 216-707-4100, intercontinentalcleveland.com

Summer Place
Why We Love It: Leave the cooking to the pros this holiday and enjoy a lavish buffet at Summer Place, Lakewood’s elegant lakeside dining destination. Reservations are required for the Nov. 27 feast, which combines upscale flair with all the comfort of a traditional holiday meal. Try This: The Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet ($64.95) features a carving station with tender turkey and prime rib, a raw bar stocked with fresh seafood, classic sides, appetizers and a decadent dessert bar. It’s the perfect way to celebrate without lifting a finger. Sit back, relax and savor the season. 12900 Lake Ave., Unit 2, Lakewood, 216-270-2300, summerplacecle.com

Find more options across Northeast Ohio.

LockKeepers
8001 Rockside Road, Valley View, 216-524-9404, lockkeepers.com

Pickwick & Frolic Restaurant & Club
Reservations required
2035 E. Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Ferriss Shawarma
13507 Lakewood Heights Blvd., Cleveland, 216-252-3354, ferris-shawarma.foodjoyy.com

Pier W
Reservations required
12700 Lake Ave., Lakewood, 216-228-2250, pierw.com

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The Capital Grille
25389 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst, 216-382-5093, thecapitalgrille.com

Cooper's Hawk
Reservations and pre-order available
27200 Harvard Road, Orange, 216-285-3500, chwinery.com

Texas De Brazil
28125 Chagrin Blvd., Woodmere, 216-777-3990, texasdebrazil.com

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