11/23/11

Thanksgiving Edition: November 23rd through November 25th

For those who refuse to cook at home and wash another dish here are some great restaurant options from traditional to the not-so-traditional Thanksgiving dinners (including vegan options)


Thanksgiving at Chicago Diner (Vegan Edition)
When: November 24 : 12 p.m. First seating; 2 p.m. Second seating; 4 p.m. Third seating; 6 p.m. Fourth seating
Price: $37.99; $22.99 for kids under age 12
Chicago Diner
3411 N. Halsted St.
773-935-6696
A three-course vegan dinner includes an appetizer, entree, sides, dessert and a beverage. On the menu: squash-apple bisque, tofu turkey with stuffing, "beef" Wellington, pumpkin ravioli, mashed sweet potatoes, peanut butter chocolate cake, chocolate pumpkin cheesecake and cocoa mousse cake.

Thanksgiving at Native Foods Cafe (Vegan Edition)
When: November 24 : 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Price: $24.95; $14.95 for kids ages 12 and under
Native Foods Cafe
Neighborhood: Bucktown/Wicker Park
1484 N. Milwaukee Ave.
773-489-8480
A vegan buffet features selections like "beef" Wellington, polenta butternut squash terrine, wheat berry Waldorf, green bean casserole, cornbread, chocolate pie and pumpkin pie.

Southern Supper at Table Fifty-Two
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays : 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Price: $35. RSVP required
Table Fifty-Two
Neighborhood: Near North Side
52 W. Elm St.
Chicago, IL 60610
312-573-4000
A dinner series includes a rotating menu with family-style salads or appetizers, an entree, sides and dessert. Wine pairings are avaiable for an additional price.

Thanksgiving at Chicago Q 
When: November 24 : 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Price: $33.50
Chicago Q
Neighborhood: Near North Side
1160 N. Dearborn St.
312-642-1160
Chef Lee Ann Whippen prepares a turkey dinner including roasted turkey gravy, cranberry-orange compote, two sides and dessert.

Thanksgiving at Nix/Knickerbocker Hotel 
When: November 24 : 11 a.m.
Price: $48
Nix/Knickerbocker Hotel
Neighborhood: Gold Coast
163 E. Walton Place
312-867-7575
A four-course dinner includes a glass of champagne and coffee or soda. On the menu: sweet potato bisque with marshmallow brulee, pecan and cranberry salad with champagne-truffle dressing, turkey with wild mushroom dressing, molten lava cake and pumpkin cheesecake.

Thanksgiving at David Burke's Primehouse 
When: November 24 : 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Price: $45; $15 for kids under age 13; free for kids under age 6
David Burke's Primehouse
Neighborhood: River North
616 N. Rush St.
312-660-6000
Chef Rick Gresh prepares a four-course dinner with sides and leftovers to take home. Selections include: cream of acorn squash soup, pan-roasted scallops, beet salad, roasted turkey breast with cranberry-orange chutney, mashed sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie creme brulee.

Thanksgiving at Nomi Kitchen 
When: November 24 : 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Price: $115; $35 for kids ages 5-12
Nomi Kitchen
Neighborhood: River North
800 N. Michigan Ave.
312-239-4030
A buffet features a carving station, seafood, salads, cheese and charcuterie, hot entrees and pastries. Selections include: spiced pear salad, panzanella with roasted squash, wild mushroom salad with honey-glazed duck, eggs Benedict, pumpkin risotto, roasted turkey with potato puree, maple panna cotta and pumpkin pie.

Thanksgiving at Cafe des Architectes 
When: November 24 : 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Price: $60
Cafe des Architectes
Neighborhood: Gold Coast
20 E. Chestnut St.
312-324-4000
Chef Greg Biggers and pastry chef Patrick Fahy prepare a three-course dinner. Selections include: butternut squash quiche, braised beef short rib, roasted turkey breast with brioche stuffing, seared Arctic char, black rice risotto with winter squash, bourbon peacan pie and pear-gingerbread tart.

Thanksgiving at Bistro Margot 
When: November 24 : 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Price: $32.95
Event Phone Number: 312-587-3660
Bistrot Margot
Neighborhood: Old Town
1437 N. Wells St.
A three-course meal includes multiple options for each course.

Thanksgiving at Zed451 
When: November 24 : 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Price: $48
Event Phone Number: 312-266-6691
Zed 451
Neighborhood: River North
739 N. Clark St.
312-266-6691
A buffet features pumpkin soup, bourbon-glazed ham, roasted turkey, creamed green beans, cornbread stuffing and sweet potato souffle. Also get cranberry upside-down cake with butter pecan ice cream for $10 more.



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