Thanksgiving is almost here, and for many people, the holiday means spending hours in the kitchen, cooking up an elaborate feast that is devoured in a few minutes. To avoid all of that, and be sure of a delicious meal experience from start to finish, we found nine restaurants in Nashville that are perfect for an entire family to enjoy.
1. Luogo
Luogo is already known for its great food and service, which makes it the perfect place to celebrate Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving Day, Luogo is offering a prix fixe menu for $95, beginning with the option of Grilled Pizza Margherita or Potato Zucchini Chips for the table to share, and four different appetizer options, including Italian Wedding Soup and Eggplant and Zucchini Pie.
Six different entree options are also available, such as Roasted Amish Turkey, served with Chef Anthony Scotto’s famous Sausage Stuffing, Pan Seared Red Snapper, Chianti Braised Short Rib and more. Dessert options include Bombolini, Pumpkin Spice Creamy Ricotta Cheesecake and Canoli alla Luogo.
Children ten and under are just $45. Beverages, tax and gratuity are extra. Luogo will be open on Thanksgiving from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Make a reservation here.
211 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
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2. The Hermitage Hotel
For many, visiting The Hermitage Hotel for Thanksgiving is part of a family tradition. The historic Nashville landmark is offering a Thanksgiving buffet, from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM, for $115 for adults, and $45 for children ages five to 12, which includes a complimentary glass of sparkling, red or white wine and valet parking.
Items on the buffet will include their famous Roasted Turkey, Pan Seared Rainbow Trout, Cold Poached Tiger Shrimp, Mini Lobster rolls, and more, plus salad selections, traditional Southern sides, and both a breakfast and dessert table. Reservations are available here.
231 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219
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3. Sadie’s
For a new twist on the holiday, enjoy Thanksgiving with a Mediterranean flair by eating at Sadie’s, at an affordable price. This year, Sadie’s is offering a buffet for just $48 for adults, and $20 for children ages five to 12. Among the items on the buffet include an assortment of breads and grilled pita, as well as Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper Hummus to begin, plus a wide variety of main items to choose from, such as Roasted and Braised Turkey, Coriander and Cumin Salmon and Herbs de Provence Shrimp, along with Harissa Spice Heirloom Carrots, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Moroccan Brioche Bread Stuffing and more. Dessert items include Southern Pecan Pie, Pistachio Baklava, an assortment of cookies and more.
Reservations are available here.
1200 Villa Pl, Nashville, TN 37212
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4. The 404 Kitchen
The 404 Kitchen is offering a buffet for Thanksgiving this year, available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, for $58, and $38 for children ages five to 13. Included on the buffet will be their famous Warm Baked Cornbread, both a green and Caesar salad, plus side items like Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, Candied Sweet Potatoes and more.
Among the entree items will be traditional Roasted Turkey, their famous Smoked Fried Chicken, Roasted NY Strip and more. Save room for their wide assortment of pies and cookies for dessert. Reservations are available here.
507 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203
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5. The Finch
Since The Finch just opened earlier this year, this will be their first Thanksgiving in Nashville, but likely not their last. Already a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, this year’s holiday menu is sure to earn the restaurant plenty of return customers. Priced at $70 a person, The Finch is offering an option of a choice of soup or a Caesar Salad for the first course. All of the traditional fare is available for the main course, including Roasted Turkey with Cornbread Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes with Bourbon Sage Gravy, Fat Sauteed Green Beans, Sweet Potato Casserole and House Made Cranberry Sauce, capped off with Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream. Make a reservation here.
The Finch is also offering their regular menu as well, which includes their fabulous fall cocktails. Make a reservation here.
111 10th Ave S #310, Nashville, TN 37203
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6. Union Tavern
Union Tavern, located inside the Bobby Hotel, is offering a buffet for just $55 per person, and only $25 for children, with numerous options to choose from on the buffet, such as Butternut Squash Soup, Baked Brie and Stuffed Mushrooms to begin. Entree items include Roasted Whole Turkey, Maple Glazed Ham and Roasted Eye Round Beef, along with both Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges on the side, plus Southern Mac and Cheese, Roasted Green Beans and Creamed Corn.
A separate children’s buffet includes Chicken Tenders, Fries, Penne With Butter and Sliders. Dessert options for all guests include Tiramisu, Apple and Pecan Pie and Cheesecake. A mimosa for the adults, and a special drink for children, is included in the price.
A $20 deposit is required to make a reservation, which can be made here.
230 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219
Photo Credit: Courtesy of BobbyHotel.com
7. Harper’s Steakhouse
Harper’s Steakhouse is offering a prix fixe menu of $80 per person, for multiple courses of a Thanksgiving feast. The meal will begin with either French Onion Soup or a Southwest Chopped Salad, followed by a full meal that includes Herb Roasted Turkey Breast, Smoked Turkey Leg Stuffing, Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Garlic Sautéed Green Beans with Wild Mushrooms, Redeye Mushroom Gravy and House Made Dinner Roll. Top it all off with a Maple Bourbon Pecan Tart.
Make a reservation here.
2 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN 37210
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Harper’s
8. Chief’s
Eric Church‘s bar is offering one price for an entire family at his Chief’s on Broadway, which opened earlier this year. Chief’s is offering a family-style meal, which will feed four to six people, and includes a Southern twist on some Thanksgiving classics. Items available include Rodney Scott’s BBQ Spatchcocked, Turkey with Cornbread Dressing and Gravy, Green Beans, Mac and Cheese, Collard Greens, Mashed Potatoes, plus Cranberry Sauce, Parker House Rolls and Pumpkin Pie.
The meal will be available beginning at 11:00 AM. Tickets, which are $250, are available here.
200 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201
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9. STK Steakhouse
STK Steakhouse has two options, for those who want to dine-in, and those who prefer to eat at home. The dine-in menu will include a “Thanksgiving feast featuring a specially curated menu that showcases the best of seasonal flavors,” per the STK Steakhouse’s website, which will include sturkey, signature steaks, and a variety of side and dessert options.
For those who want to eat at home, STK Steakhouse is offering what is described as a holiday feast, with a wide variety of options specifically for Thanksgiving. Takeout orders will be available beginning on November 14.
The price for both dine-in and take-out was not available. Make a reservation here.
700 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
Photo Credit: Facebook/STK Steakhouse