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Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and everyone knows that Thanksgiving means a delicious feast of stuffed turkey, cranberry sauce, and other hearty sides.
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Restaurants and caterers in Ottawa aim to serve up either a traditional meal for your special weekend or a unique twist to spice things up. Here are 20+ options for your Thanksgiving brunch/dinner.
For dine-in: Check Open Table or reserve at your favourite restaurants. There are a few options listed in this article, too.
1. 1 Elgin
Chef Leier and the experienced kitchen staff at the NAC are offering a whole roasted free-range tom turkey with rosemary and pear stuffing, whipped buttermilk Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, maple roasted seasonal vegetables, NAC’s citrus, cranberry & ginger compote sauce, and savoury & thyme scented natural turkey gravy.
Address: 1 Elgin St., Ottawa
Pick up: Sunday, October 8th, 2023
Cost: $325 (Serves 8-10 people) to $445 (Serves 12-16 people)
2. Wilfrid’s Restaurant – Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Come enjoy Thanksgiving Brunch in Wilfrid’s, where the Chateau Laurier’s chefs pamper you and allow you to focus on the important parts of Thanksgiving. The meal features traditional Thanksgiving Roast Turkey and sides, along with a few new buffet items such as Porchetta Benny, roasted salmon, and chicken and waffles. No Thanksgiving feast is complete without a sweet ending of Pumpkin and Pecan Pie.
Address: 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa
Dine-in: October 7, 8 and 9, 2023, 11:30 am until 2:00 pm
Cost: $79 per person, $39 per child 6 to 13 years of age, children 5 and under dine free.
3. Sala San Marco
Let Sala San Marco cover Thanksgiving this year – all you need to do is warm it up! Choose from Lemon and Sage Turkey or Honey Glazed Ham.
Address:
215 Preston St. Ottawa
Phone: 613-238-6063
Pick-up: Sunday October 8, 2023 Before 4 PM
Cost: $300 for 10
4. The Piggy Market
Thanksgiving fare includes full turkeys, turkey breast, pies, sausage, stuffing, herbed turkey sausage, cranberry sauce, fully loaded dinners, and fully loaded charcuterie boards.
Address: 400 Winston Ave, Ottawa
Pick up:
October 6th: 10am – 7pm
October 7th: 10am – 6pm
Cost: A – la Carte Menu
5. Epicuria
This take home Thanksgiving dinner package serves 8 and includes a delectable spread featuring Butter & Sage Roasted Turkey, Artisan Bread Herb Stuffing, Allspice Gravy, Rosemary Cranberry Sauce, Potato Gratin, Roasted Heirloom Vegetables, and Pumpkin Pie for a complete holiday feast.
Address: 357 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa
Order by: Available to order for pick-up on October 6th and 7th. While quantities last.
Cost: $209.00 for eight
6. Zolas Thanksgiving Package
Zolas package has a wide variety of options and dietary restrictions all with the Thanksgiving theme in mind… Every package is individually portioned and ready to be enjoyed. Order by phone or online via the website.
Address: 2194 Robertson Road, Nepean
Ph: 613-721-0227
Cost: $35 per person
7. Brookstreet Hotel
Brookstreet Hotel offers a hassle-free Thanksgiving dinner takeaway on October 8th from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. The package for up to 10 people includesincludes a fully cooked whole roasted free-range turkey, traditional bread stuffing, whipped mashed potatoes, spiced heirloom carrots, green beans almondine, cranberry compote, and turkey giblet gravy.
Perspectives Restaurant serves an à la carte brunch menu from 8:00am to 2:00pm on Thanksgiving Sunday.
Ironstone Grill offers a festive brunch buffet from 9:00am to 2:00pm on Thanksgiving Sunday, making it a great family option.
Address: 525 Legget Drive, Ottawa
Pick up: Available for pickup on Sunday, October 8
Serves up to 10 people
Dine-in available Sunday, October 8, 2023, a-la-carte menu.
Cost: $370
8. Thyme & Again
Thyme & Again is for those who love a custom Thanksgiving dinner. This menu offers a variety of fall hors d’oeuvres, mains, sides, platters, salads, and breakfast items for catering.
Hors d’oeuvres are available by the dozen and can be served warm or cold. Mains and sides are priced per person and include dishes like Pecan Chicken, Poached Halibut, Root Vegetable Stew, and Steak aux Poivre. Platters, including Crudités, Smoked Salmon, Charcuterie, Sandwiches, and more, serve specified numbers.
Additionally, there are fall salads and breakfast options like Protein Balls, Mini Breakfast Assortment, and Fresh Fruit Platter.
Address: 1255 Wellington Street West & 1845 Carling Avenue, Ottawa
Order by: All orders require at least 72 hours notice
Pick-up: Until October 7
Cost: Varies
9. The Green Door
The Green Door is a long time warm family kitchen that brings together regional farmers. Famous for their take-out meals, they usually offer fabulous heat at home Thanksgiving Meals.
Address: 198 Main Street Ottawa
The Buffet is open Tuesday to Saturday | 11:30am-8:30pm
Pick up: Until Saturday.
Cost: Varies
10. Perch
If you want to treat yourselves to a tasting menu, head to Perch for a 5-course or 9-course tasting menu on Thanksgiving Saturday.
Address: 300 Preston Street, Ottawa
Dine-In: Weekend
Cost:
5-course menu: $100/person
9-course menu: $145/person.
11. Red Apron
Keep things classic and simple with a takeaway package from Red Apron.
Half Butter & Herb Basted Turkey meal includes 1/2 Butter & Herb Basted Turkey, Savoury Apple & Sage Stuffing, Mixed Seasonal Vegetables, Mashed Sweet & White Potatoes with Pecan Crumble, and House Made Gravy & Cranberry Sauce.
The Turkey Dinner for 2 includes turkey, apple & sage stuffing, mixed seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes, house-made gravy, and cranberry sauce.
How Much: $42 / Serves 2
Orderby: Until Sold out
Pickup: October 6 & 7, 2023
Where: 410 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa
12. Cyranos
If you do not want to have turkey meals, but want to try something different like Pesto Spaghetti, Penne Alfredo, Beef and Ricotta Lasagna and other Italian meals, order from Cyranos.
Address: 2039 Robertson Road, Bell Mews Plaza, Nepean
Cost: Varies
13. SupperWorks
The SupperWorks Thanksgiving Dinner package offers a convenient feast for 8 people.
It features Roast Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sauce as the main dish, along with sides like Maple-Crumble Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Traditional Bread Stuffing, Low-Carb Cauliflower Sauté, Parmesan-Parsley Peas & Corn, and Rosemary Focaccia. For dessert, there’s a Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie. The turkey breast is herb-rubbed, moist, and oven-roasted with a cranberry glaze. The sides range from savory to low-carb, while the dessert is smooth and creamy. It’s a hassle-free way to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner.
Address: 15 Capella Ct, Unit #127, Nepean
Pick up: Thanksgiving package is available for pickup Thursday October 5th, Friday October 6th and Saturday October 7th.
Order by: Book online by Monday October 2nd.
Cost: $199.00
14. Next Food
Place your order for a complete hot Thanksgiving dinner from Next Food, with 6 course plated dinner which includes roast galantine turkey, pan-fried sole almondine and ginger milk chocolate pot de creme cauliflower gremolata.
Address: 6400 Hazeldean Road, Stittsville
Pickup: Oct 7 to 9, 2023
Cost: Orders are based on minimum of 5 guests, guest can order multiples.
$199 for 5
15. Baccanalle
This Carribean hot spot is has a variety of dinner combos is offered, including Jerk Chicken, Quesadilla, Creole Fish, NOLA Jazz, Vegan Curry, and more. Family-size and DIY kits are also available, featuring options like The Ocho Jerk Chicken Feast, Hibiscus Cocktail/Mocktail Mixer Kit, and Make Your Own Baccanalle Patties Kits in both Vegan and Beef options. Additionally, there are House Pulled Jerk Chicken and Frozen Jerk Chicken Thighs for purchase too.
Address: 1805 Gaspe Avenue (Manor Park)
Pickup/Deliver: October 7-8, 2023
Cost: Varies
16. Meatings Barbecue
Meatings Barbecue offers two Thanksgiving dinner options. The Thanksgiving Holiday Bundle, priced at CAD$190.00, includes a whole turkey, carrots, green beans, mashed potatoes, gravy, and stuffing, serving 6-8 people. Alternatively, the Thanksgiving Turkey & Gravy Only option, priced at CAD$110.00, includes a whole turkey and gravy, serving 6-8 people.
Address: 5380 Canotek Road, Unit 25, Ottawa
Pick up: Pre-order by October 6th, 2023. Pickup October 7th & 8th
Cost: $190
17. Feast + Revel
Feast + Revel reimagines Canadian food by blending sophisticated techniques with familiar flavours. Join them for Thanksgiving Brunch at the stunning Andaz Ottawa location, where you can savour traditional brunch favourites and the Chef’s seasonal creations.
Dine-in: October 8, 2023
Cost: $75 per adult and $20 children under 10 years.
Address: 325 Dalhousie St, Ottawa
18. Albion Rooms
The Albion Rooms in Ottawa offers a special Thanksgiving menu with a 3-course prix fixe meal. It includes Butternut Squash Bisque, Stuffed Roasted & Sliced Turkey with all the fixings, and Chocolate and Dried Fruit Bread Pudding for dessert. A delightful dining experience celebrating Canadian cuisine and hospitality.
Dine In – October 7th to 9th, 5 to 10 pm
Address: 33 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON
Cost: $69.00 per person
19. The Hintonburg Public House
This homey public house is a cozy place to enjoy a non-traditional Thanksgiving meal with family and friends. Along with your meal, try out craft beers and marvel at the art that decorates the walls as you spend quality time over a hot meal with loved ones.
Address: 1020 Wellington Street West, Ottawa
Dine-in: Oct 7 to 9,2023
Monday hours: early at 11am-3pm for brunch, dinner 3pm-9:30pm & drinks until late.
Cost: From Menu (dine-in, take out, or delivery)
20. The Soca Kitchen
The Soca Kitchen is a contemporary tavern for a down-to-earth meal. You have various choices as they offer Dinner for two depending on your cuisine choices from vegetarian to Mexican.
Address: 93 Holland Avenue & 224 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa
Pick-up: Until October 9, 2023
Cost: $128 for 2 & up
21. Farm Boy
Make a visit to Farm Boy and pick up an Turkey Dinner, or Ham Dinner. There is also an option for dinner for 6 to 8 turkey dinner and sides include Cranberry Apple Sausage Stuffing made with Farm Boy Sweet Italian Sausage, creamy Chive Mashed Potatoes, vibrant Slivered Butternut Squash, and Roasted Brussel Sprouts.
Pick up: Order online or in stores and select your pick-up date October 7 to 9th, 2022
Cost: $89.99 for 2 to $179.99 for 6-8 people.
Address: Various locations
22. Swiss Chalet
Have Swiss Chalet chicken dinner this Thanksgiving with stuffing, cranberry sauce, your choice of side, a Lindor milk chocolate truffle and a slice of pie.
Address: Various locations
Pick up: Through October 11
Cost: Varies with restaurants
(Thanksgiving Feast ~ $15.49
Thanksgiving Feast – Double Leg ~ $17.29
Thanksgiving Feast – White Meat ~ $17.29
Thanksgiving Family Feast ~ $49.99)
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