Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)

Thanksgiving may look different for many families in 2020. Large extended family gatherings are not recommended, and not everyone wants to (or can) spend hours in the kitchen making Thanksgiving. If you’re looking to dine out for Thanksgiving (or carry out), the following restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day around Columbus.

There are also many options for heat and eat, and carry-out Thanksgiving dinners listed below, or on this page. Reservations are strongly recommended. Please let me know if you are aware of any others!

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Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus 2020

Cracker Barrel
(All locations)
HOURS:  11 a.m. – 10 p.m. (regular breakfast menu available from 6 a.m.)
MENU:  Regular menu, plus Homestyle Turkey n’ Dressing Meal or new Country Fried Turkey meal beginning at 11 am
COST: $12.99 Adult or $7.99 Child for platter (Prices from 2018)
TO GO: Small and large holiday meals, meats, sides, and desserts available for pickup, plus heat-n-serve or hot and ready meals to-go

Boston Market
various locations
HOURS: varies, contact local store
MENU: Regular menu, plus Dine in/out Thanksgiving meal $13.99, or a feast for 3 for $39.99
TO GO: Holiday Meals – A la Carte options, Heat and Serve ($7-$18/person). You can even have fully-cooked, full Thanksgiving dinner or main dishes shipped to you frozen to just heat and serve.

Bob Evans
various locations (call your location for availability)
HOURS:  8 a.m. – 8 p.m. for dine in and carry out
MENU: Special breakfast menu, plus Thanksgiving lunch/dinner menu available after 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day; featuring a choice of slow roasted turkey and dressing, hickory-smoked ham or country-fried steak with a choice of three sides, endless bread and a slice of pie for $14.99 (price from 2019; tba). The kid’s special menu includes slow-roasted turkey with two sides, endless bread, a slice of pumpkin pie and a kids’ beverage for $6.99.
TO GO:  Farmhouse Feasts can be ordered online or by calling your local restaurant.

Buca di Beppo
Reservations strongly recommended!
HOURS: 11am – 8pm
MEAL: Sliced White Meat Turkey, Homestyle Gravy, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Spicy Italian Sausage Stuffing, Green Beans, Cranberry Sauce and Pumpkin Pie. Traditional Italian dishes are available as well.
COST: Individual $20, Buca Small® $68.99, Buca Large® $138.99 Buca Small® feeds up to 3 • Buca Large® feeds up to 6
TO GO: Thanksgiving to Go for 3-6, and Thanksgiving Catering Party Pans for 10-20 are also available. See details here.

94th Aero Squadron
5030 Sawyer Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219
614-237-8887; rsvp required
HOURS: Seating from 10 am – 5 pm; reservations required, last seating at 4:30 pm
MENU: Plated Thanksgiving meal; Sliced turkey or ham served with your choice of candied sweet potatoes or white cheddar mashed potatoes, dressing, green beans, cranberry sauce and a 94th tossed salad and dinner rolls. 
COST: $21 For Adults – $13 Children 7-12 years old – 6 and under free. Traditional desserts and some 94th favorites will be offered for $7.00 each

Coopers Hawk Winery
4230 The Strand, Columbus, OH  43219
614.428.6999
HOURS:  11 am – 10 pm
MENU: Traditional Thanksgiving Meal
COST: Adult $28.99 & Kids (12 & Under) $12.99
TO GO: Thanksgiving Dinner​ Heat and Serve Meal – Serves 6 for $169.99
Call your local restaurant to order by November 19th! Pick up your heat and serve Thanksgiving dinner on November 25th.

Ted’s Montana Grill
Easton Gateway, 4169 Worth Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219
Phone: 614-337-1457
HOURS: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
MENU: Regular Menu plus Thanksgiving Roast Turkey Feast. See Available Menu.
COST: varies for menu, or $29 for Turkey Feast

The Keep, LeVeque Tower, Mezzanine level
50 West Broad St. Columbus 43215
614-224-9500
HOURS: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
MENU: Thanksgiving Family Style
COST: $95 for family of 4; $55 for family of 2
TO GO: Carryout available; call to place order by November 19

Brio Tuscan Grille
3993 Easton Station, Columbus, OH 43219
1500 Polaris Pkwy. Columbus, OH 43240
HOURS: 11 am to 8:30 pm
MENU: Thanksgiving Feast served family style or individual, or all our authentic Italian favorites.
COST: $28.99/person for Roasted turkey with gravy, stuffing, broccolini, mashed potatoes, orange cranberry sauce, and dessert. Other meals are menu pricing
TO GO: Thanksgiving feasts are prepared Hot or Cold. Cold Packages are available for pick up between Nov. 23rd – 26th. Hot Packages are available for pick up Nov. 25th & 26th. To Go options feed 3-6, or catering options will feed 10-20 people. Catering Feasts are available for pick up between Nov. 23rd – 26th. Orders cannot be placed on Thanksgiving Day (11/26/2020).

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood
3965 New Bond Street, Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 476-3663
HOURS: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
MENU: Traditional Turkey Dinner complete with all the staples; regular dinner menu also available
COST: $29.50/adults, $10/kids for Thanksgiving Feast
TO GO: Pre-Order Your Thanksgiving Feast To-Go (Serves 4-6 People) $175 + tax. Orders must be placed no later than November 23 to guarantee availability. Pick up your feasts-to-go anytime Wednesday 25th or Thanksgiving.

Matt the Millers
Dublin: 6725 Avery-Muirfield Dr., Dublin, Ohio 43016
614-799-9100
Polaris: 1436 Gemini Place  Columbus, Ohio 43240
614-841-4430
HOURS: Open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
MEAL: 3 course plated meal (with lots of options). No buffet in 2020, but guests can get a plate of seconds or a box of leftovers to enjoy at home (great deal!). Little kids menu will be available. 
COST: $31.95 adults, $11.95 kids ages 5-10, free for 3 and under per one paying adult
TO-GO: Thanksgiving plates can be ordered to-go for just $21.95! Orders can be picked up between 11am and 5pm on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26.

Columbus Fish Market
1245 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43212
HOURS: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
MENU: 3 Course Traditional Thanksgiving Meal; Holiday A La Carte Menu and our Children’s Menu (for guests 12 & under) will also be available.
COST: $32 for adults; menu pricing for children’s menu and a la carte
TO-GO: Full holiday meal available from $139-$259. Final order deadline for to-go orders is 11/22 at 4 pm. Order pick up is Thanksgiving Day 9am–11am 

Texas de Brazil
4040 Easton Station, Suite E 105, Columbus, Ohio 43219
HOURS: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
MENU: Regular Menu, plus Thanksgiving Day favorites!

Nicola Restaurant and Bar
4740 Reed Rd. Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 459-7000 – reservations required
HOURS: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
MENU: Special Thanksgiving menu (see menu)
COST: menu pricing

J. Liu Restaurant and Bar
6880 N. High St., Worthington (614-888-1818) (website)
50 W. Bridge St., Dublin (614-718-1818) (website)
HOURS: Open 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
MEAL: Plated Thanksgiving Dinner (no buffet for 2020). Offering Turkey or Smoked Ham Course Dinners, as well as select featured entrees. 
COST: 3 Course dinners for Adults- $34, 2 course for kids ages 5 to 12- $18. Other entrees are menu pricing.
TO-GO: Heat and Eat Thanksgiving dinners to-go are available to serve 4 people ($90) or 6 people ($132). Dinners to go include salad, turkey or ham, sides, dessert, and rolls. Must order by November 24, and pick up on November 25. 

Lindey’s
169 East Beck Street, Columbus, Ohio 43206
(614) 228-4343
HOURS: Open 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
MEAL: special Thanksgiving Menu (see menu)
COST: varies per menu selection
TO-GO: Thanksgiving Boxes: Chef crafted Thanksgiving dinner feeds 10 people and includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green bean casserole, cranberry relish, pumpkin pie and pecan pie for $280. Call 614-228-4343 to pre-order.

The Trout Club
2250 Horns Hill Rd Newark, OH 43055
740-366-2770 or email reservations@thetroutclub.com to book
HOURS:  11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MEAL: Full Thanksgiving meal. Includes turkey or ham, salad, choice of potato, vegetable, stuffing, rolls, cranberry sauce, and dessert
COST: $33.95 for adult (includes beverage), $16.50 for kids ages 3-12. Free for kids under 3. Tax and gratuity not included.

The Craftsman Kitchen and Terrace at Cherry Valley Hotel & Event Center
2299 Cherry Valley Rd SE, Newark, OH 43055
(740) 788-1370
They have cancelled in person Thanksgiving dining; see to-go special below.
HOURS: Call for reservations
MEAL: Dine-in 3 course prix fixe menu includes choice of soup or salad, entree, 5 sides, and dessert (see menu)
COST: $36 for adults, $14 for children; tax and 20% gratuity is included
TO-GO: Also offering Thanksgiving To-Go for 4-6 people ($145), or 8-10 people ($269). See to-go options.

The Guild House
624 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
614.280.9780
HOURS: Open at 12 pm – 8 pm
MENU: Standard menu, plus a prix fixe holiday menu
COST: Menu pricing for regular menu; prix fixe menu $49 per person, $79 with wine pairings

J Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood
1 E. Campus View Blvd, Columbus, Ohio 43235
Call 614.840.9090 for reservations
HOURS: Open 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
MEAL: Regular menu, prix fixe menu, and Thanksgiving Day Three Course Menu
COST: $42/adults, $21/kids 12 and under
TO-GO: Thanksgiving carryout kits are complete with all the fixings to serve 4-6 for $175. Orders must be placed and confirmed
with a team member live. Pick up available Wednesday 11/25 during regular business hours or between 8 – 11 am on 11/26 See details.

Mitchell’s Steakhouse (2 locations)
1408 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, OH 43240
(614) 888-2467
45 North Third Street, Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 621-2333
HOURS: Polaris, 12 – 8 p.m., Downtown, 2 – 8 p.m.
MENU: 4 Course Thanksgiving Meal, 3 Course Meal for Kids, or regular menu
COST: $48/adult, $25/child under 12
TO GO: Thanksgiving Feast To-Go serves 4-6 and features a full turkey dinner with sides and dessert. $169. Must Pre-Order Feast To-Go by November 22 for scheduled pick up on Thursday morning. 

Tucci’s
35 N. High Street, Dublin, OH 43017
(614) 792-3466
HOURS: Open from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
MENU: 3-course prix fixe menu featuring traditional favorites and Chef’s selections to choose from. Also offering a kids’ menu.
COST: $50 per person

Smith & Wollensky
4145 The Strand West, Columbus, OH 43219
614-416-2400
HOURS: 12 pm to 8 pm
MENU: Traditional Thanksgiving Prix Fix Menu (see menu); regular menu available
COST: $69/person, $35/children under 12.  Regular menu will also be available.
TO GO: Thanksgiving at Home with S&W. Serves 4-6 guests with plenty of leftovers for $295. Order Ahead by Saturday, November 14th. Pick Up In- Restaurant on Wednesday, November 25 for heat and eat. (see menu)

Adobe Gilas 
HOURS: 5:00pm-10:00pm
MENU: Standard menu
COST: Menu pricing

Café Istanbul Mediterranean Cuisine 
HOURS: Noon-6:00pm
MENU: Standard menu
COST: Menu pricing

Thanksgiving in Columbus TO GO: Want to dine at home, but without the work?

The Berwick
3250 Refugee Rd.
614-235-7100 – reservations recommended
Closed for in-person dining in 2020
COST:  varies per option, full Thanksgiving meal for 2 starts at $56
TO GO: Lots of Thanksgiving options available for pickup or delivery. Choose to pickup cold during Thanksgiving week (for heat and eat), or pick up hot for immediate consumption. Pickup available November 24-28, including Thanksgiving. Options range from full turkey dinners for 2-25 people, to ala carte sides, main dishes, lasagna, baked goods, and more in a variety of sizes.

City BBQ Holiday Meals

Fully cooked and smoked holiday meals are available with reheating instructions.
$154.99
Serves 14 with leftovers

• Smoked Bone-in Ham Meal: $154.99Whole Smoked Turkey Meal: $154.99
• Smoked Beef Brisket Meal: $154.99
• Smoked Turkey Breast Meal: $74.99

Each option comes with two quart sides of your choice, plus a pint of gravy or a dozen buns. 

Smoked Turkey Breast Meal comes with two quart sides of your choice, plus a pint of gravy or a dozen buns (feeds 14 with leftovers) $74.99

Individual meats are also available, with hams and whole turkeys for $84.99 each and smoked turkey breasts for $49.99

You must order over the phone or at your local store. These meals sell out. More info.

Cameron Mitchell Thanksgiving in a Box

The Thanksgiving “In a Box” is a complete holiday meal for 10, fully-cooked with instructions to heat and serve at home. This is one of the pricier options, but its also the most gourmet and is a local company.

$299
Serves 10

• Choice of: 12 lb Brined and Roasted Whole Turkey or 10 lb Citrus Brined, Sliced Turkey Breast
• Herbed Brioche Stuffing
• Natural Pan Gravy
• Cranberry Relish
• Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
• Green Bean Casserole
• Sourdough Bread and Whipped Butter
• Whole Pumpkin Pie garnished with Cinnamon Short Bread and White Chocolate Mousse
• Mutsu Apple Cobbler with Cinnamon and Flaked Sugar Drop-Biscuit Crust
• Table Flower arrangements can be added 

Thanksgiving a la carte menu is also available, including appetizers, dips, soups, sides, desserts, and wine. You can even have your packed for car travel for up to 5 hours for a small fee.

Order by 5 p.m. Monday, November 16
Pick up on Wednesday, November 25 at the Main Office at Crosswoods or The Exchange at Bridge Park in Dublin
To order, email cateringrequest@cameronmitchell.com or call 614.848.4700
7619 Huntington Park Drive, Columbus, OH 43235 (Just north of I-270 & US-23 at Crosswoods)

Der Dutchman Thanksgiving Meals

Fully cooked & cold-packed meals — Reheating instructions included

Serves 5 – $74.99

• 2½ lbs. roast turkey or sliced ham; all white Turkey meat – add $5.00
• 1 qt. mashed potatoes
• 1 qt. dressing (stuffing)
• 1 qt. gravy
• 1 qt. green beans or corn
• 1 doz. dinner rolls (white or wheat)
• 1 freshly baked pie

Serves 10 – $135.99

• 5 lbs. roast turkey or sliced ham; all white Turkey meat – add $10.00
• 2 qts. mashed potatoes
• 2 qts. dressing (stuffing)
• 1 qt. gravy
• 2 qts. green beans or corn
• 1½ doz. dinner rolls (white or wheat)
• 2 freshly baked pies

An option to serve 20 is also available for $234.99

Order online by Saturday, November 21 at 8 pm. Pickup Tues-Wed. November 24-25. All orders must be pre-paid, and will be picked up via drive-thru process. 445 South Jefferson, US Rt 42, Plain City, Ohio 43064. More info. 

Giant Eagle Classic Thanksgiving Dinner

Giant Eagle has a perfectly-sized fully-cooked meal for a family of 6 or fewer. Pick between a whole turkey or tender turkey breasts for a full dinner complete with delicious seasonal sides.

$59.99
Serves 6

• JENNIE-O® Whole Turkey (11-13 lbs.) OR JENNIE-O® Turkey Breast (3.5-4 lbs.)
• Mashed Potatoes, 2½ lbs.
• Homestyle Stuffing, 2 lbs.
• Market District Turkey Gravy, 24 oz.
• Dinner Rolls, 12 ct.

Place order by November 15, pick up Nov. 22-25. More info.

Giant Eagle Market District Thanksgiving Dinners

Market District’s Thanksgiving Dinners offer six different family-sized bundles to serve 8, 10, or 12. Meals feature a main entree, plus Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravy, and Dinner Rolls. Turkey only options are also available. Simply warm your meal in the oven or microwave and serve.

Prices are between $79.99 – $149.99

Place order by November 15
Pick up your order November 22 — 25 at your local store. More info.

Milo’s Catering

Get a complete heat-and-eat meal with all of the fixings.

Serves 4-6 for $125
Serves 8-10 for $250

• Oven ready brined & seasoned whole turkey
• Whipped buttermilk mashed potatoes & pan gravy
• Traditional herb stuffing
• Green bean casserole
• Cranberry sauce
• Rolls & butter
• Whole pumpkin pie 

A la carte options include sides, extras, desserts, breakfast, and cocktails. 

Call 614-224-0272, or email info@cateringbymilos.com
Pickup or delivery available for Wednesday, November 25. More info

Mimi’s Cafe Take-Home Feast

Serves 8-10
$109.99

Mimi’s® Ham Take-Home Feast

• Sliced Smoked Ham with Orange Dijon Glaze
• Chef-Made Gravy
• Whipped Mashed Potatoes
• Candied Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes
• Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Onion Strings
• Spinach & Seasonal Berry Salad with Walnuts & Feta
• Two Carrot Raisin Nut Loave
• One Pecan Pie
• One Pumpkin Pie

Mimi’s® Turkey Take-Home Feast

• Whole Herb-Buttered Turkey
• Chef-Made Gravy
• Cranberry Orange Relish
• Whipped Mashed Potatoes
• Candied Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes
• Buttered Cornbread Stuffing
• Green Bean Casserole with crispy onion strings
• Two Carrot Raisin Nut Loaves
• One Pumpkin
• One Pecan Pie

No Modifications or substitutions.  Contact your local Mimi’s for inquiries.
Serves 8-10
$109.99

Pickup Cold Only beginning 11/20 through 11/25 to heat and eat. More info.
1428 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, OH 43240 (614) 433-0441

Whole Foods Market

$39.99-$279.99
Serves 2-12

Classic Roast Whole Turkey Dinner for 8 – $129.99

• Classic Roast Turkey
• Green Beans with Roasted Shallots
• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Traditional Herb Stuffing
• Turkey Gravy
• Cranberry Orange Sauce

Lots of other options include larger meals, organic options, paleo-friendly, apple-brined turkey meals, prime rib, ham dinner, and a vegan meal. Appetizers, platters, salads, and more are available to order.

All holiday orders must be placed 48 hours ahead of pickup date and time. To receive Prime member pricing on fresh turkeys, you must select a window for in-store pickup on or before November 22.
Thanksgiving Pickup Dates: 11/19 – 11/26. More info

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Rodizio Grill
125 W. Nationwide Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43215
614-241-4400
HOURS: noon to 6 pm
MENU: Thanksgiving favorites in addition to the Full Rodizio. Featuring grilled Turkey Breast, Turkey wrapped in Bacon, Rodizio Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes and Turkey Gravy, plus many more.
COST: price tba

Granville Inn
314 E. Broadway
Granville OH 43023
740-587-3333 for reservations
HOURS: 11:30 am – 3 pm
MENU: Buffet including chilled foods, hot foods, and dessert
COST: $37.95 adults, $17.95 kids 5-12 (pricing from 2016, call for details)

Eddie Merlot’s
1570 Polaris Parkway
Columbus, Ohio 43240
Phone: (614)433-7307
MENU: Get “Everything But The Turkey”, our delicious appetizers, sides, and desserts are available for you to take and serve at home.  A la carte; serves 8-10 people Ordered must be placed in advance and picked up prior to Thanksgiving Day as we are closed. Call for more details.

Haveli Bistro
185 N High St
Columbus, OH 43215
614-867-5008
HOURS: Open all day
MENU: Standard buffet menu
COST: menu pricing

The Boat House Restaurant
679 W Spring St
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 469-0000
HOURS: Not available for dine-in meals for 2020; special event parties can be booked
MENU: Champagne Buffet with Ashland Maple Glazed Turkey, Steam Ship Round, Snow Crab Legs, Traditional Trimmings, Bottomless Mimosas, Amazing Views, Live Jazz, and more all day! Plus, a Specialty Bloody Mary Bar.  See menu.
COST: 
EXTRAS: 

Union Cafe
782 N High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
HOURS: 6 pm – 2:30 am
MENU: Standard menu

Mimi’s Cafe
1428 Polaris Parkway
Columbus, OH 43240
(614) 433-0441
HOURS: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
MENU: Standard menu, plus traditional Thanksgiving Dine-In Meal beginning at 11 am on Thanksgiving Day. The quintessential three-course dinner
COST: Standard menu pricing; $19.99 for adults and $9.99 for kids for the Thanksgiving meal (take home or dine-in!)
TO-GO: Take Home heat and serve Turkey Dinner serves 8-10 for $104.99

The Hills Market
7860 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, Ohio 43235
614.846.3220
95 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio
HOURS:  8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
MENU: Holiday Menu catering options.  The Hills Market also has a great selection of gourmet food, beer, wine, and regular grocery store items.  

Fresh Thyme
MENU: All items require reheating; instructions included.  Order at butcher counter. Various holiday dinners are available, as well as turkey, other meats, sides, party platters, and dessert.