Thanksgiving is a traditional American and Canadian holiday where everyone takes the time to show gratefulness for all their loved ones. Nice and wholesome, huh? It's also the perfect excuse to blow off some steam over huge turkeys, pecan pies and cocktails galore. To make things easier, we've picked out the best places in London to celebrate Thanksgiving this year.
Situated between Fleet Street and Chancery Lane, The Refinery New Street Square is a swish spot for fasting this Thanksgiving. The spacious venue promises both long table for large groups and snug corners for couples, with cracking cocktails up for grabs too.
For only £49.95 each, you can tuck into a four-course feast of sweetcorn chowder, Jerusalem artichoke risotto or a classic roast turkey, finishing up with a classic American pumpkin pie.
Maxwell's Bar and Grill in Covent Garden goes all-out on their dishes, and Thanksgiving is no exception. The menu features American classics like roast turkey, mac'n'cheese, sweetcorn fritters and a traditional pumpkin pie for dessert.
On the 28th of November, The Cadogan Arms will be hosting a celebratory Thanksgiving dinner in its stunning space. While surrounded by historic features and glistening chandeliers, dig into juicy turkey with all the trimmings, as well as spiced pumpkin soup, pomegranate molasses roast ham and more. Finish up with an Oreo cheesecake for dessert, all for £85 per person.
Thanksgiving might be an American tradition, but this November, London is laying out the feast with style. On Thursday the 27th of November, 108 Brasserie & Bar at The Marylebone Hotel will welcome both stateside expats and curious locals to its annual celebration.
You can expect a decadent four-course dinner (£75 per person), rounded off in suitably indulgent fashion with a trip to the restaurant's lavish Pie Room for dessert.
If you're looking for something truly luxurious this Thanksgiving, then head to The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel. This elegant space is filled with plush furniture and dark decor, and their a la carte Thanksgiving menu is to die for.
Think hand-dived roasted scallops, spiced lamb cutlets, Dover sole and, of course, turkey with all the trimmings. And for dessert? baked vanilla cheesecake with an autumn berry compote.
Head to charming Great Portland Street venue The George for a scrumptious Thanksgiving feast to be reckoned with. While you may want to fill up on the stunning bronze turkey, accompanied by all the trimmings, make sure to save room for the decadent dessert - we're talking Oreo cheesecake or pecan pie.
Blue Door Bistro at The Montague on The Gardens Hotel is a stunning and welcoming spot to celebrate Thanksgiving in the heart of London. With its rich mahogany panelled walls and charming mirrored glass, the bistro offers a cosy atmosphere adorned with panoramic views of London from 1849.
Gather with friends and family to indulge in a seasonal feast that captures the spirit of gratitude and togetherness. On the 28th of November, it'll be serving up all the trimmings for £70 per person, featuring ham hock terrine with toasted brioche to start, followed by a traditional roast turkey and chestnut stuffing.
The Refinery at Regent's Place is one of the cosiest places to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, thanks to their warm, fluffy blankets and rustic wooden interiors. They're offering up a traditional US-style feast on the 28th November, setting you back just £49.95 for four courses.
Whether you're keeping it traditional with roast turkey and all the trimmings or switching it up this year with a Jerusalem artichoke risotto, you can finish off your meal with an indulgent slice of pumpkin pie.
Make your way over to Fenchurch Avenue to discover The Moniker, a sophisticated all-day restaurant in the heart of the city. Boasting cosy seating, floor-to-ceiling windows and an extensive wine list, this is a stylish spot to enjoy your Thanksgiving feast.
You can enjoy four courses for £49.95 here, starting off with a sweetcorn chowder, before moving on to roast turkey with all the trimmings or a Jerusalem artichoke risotto. They've got three pie-themed cocktails to choose from too, including a pumpkin-flavoured blend or the Cherry Crumble.
Found close to Liverpool Street, The Otherist is a chic restaurant and bar that's full of cosy nooks to enjoy a meal in. Settle down in one of their plush booths to enjoy a festive feast, which you can enjoy at four courses for £49.95.
Whether you're after a roast turkey with glazed carrots and mashed potato or an alternative of Jerusalem artichoke risotto, you can follow it up with toffee apple and marshmallow kebabs and pumpkin pie - with matching pie-themed cocktails to wash it all down.
Another top-notch restaurant from Drake & Morgan, The Fable can be found in Holborn. This gorgeous spot is inspired by all things mystical and magical, featuring a collection of fairytale books and lots of golden touches.
Dig into a an indulgent feast this November, comin in at £49.95 per person for four courses. Whether you're in the mood for a classic turkey dinner with all the trimmings or a Jerusalem artichoke risotto instead, you can also enjoy pumpkin pie to finish.
If you're after Thanksgiving in a London pub, make your way to The Prince Alfred. The cosy spot promises a complimentary Brooklyn pilsner upon arrival, followed by a 3-course menu including the likes of pork loin with apple and leek stuffing and your choice between pumpkin and pecan pie.
RAILS Restaurant At Great Northern Hotel are honouring American roots with a traditional harvest-flavoured fest this Thanksgiving. Think New England clam and mussel chowder, roast turkey served with the likes of cornbread stuffing and maple roasted sweet potatoes, and pecan pie for dessert. Finishing off the £30 per person menu? A Bourbon macaron.
On Thursday 28th November, Chiswick coaching inn The Hound is making sure you can get your fix of holiday magic in their historical former Victorian police station. Expect a traditional spread served family-style to share across the cosy space, including spiced pumpkin soup and braised short rib croquettes, roast turkey crown and pomegranate molasses ham with all the trimmings, and pecan pie. This menu is £85 per person.
This beauty of a steakhouse is rustling up quite the feast this Thanksgiving. Head to STK London, and you'll be treated to classic American cuisine. We're talking a signature turkey, alongside cornbread, sage stuffing and maple-baked sweet potatos. This all takes place at their Westminster and Strand sites.
The Refinery CityPoint is a sophisticated restaurant in the heart of the City, boasting colourful interiors and an open-plan wine bar. But it's not just chic decor and plush velvet sofas that this place offers, as you can also enjoy a four-course meal for £49.95 on Thanksgiving this year.
Kick off with sweetcorn chowder and jalapeno cornbread, before indulging in a traditional roast turkey dinner or an alternative of Jerusalem artichoke risotto.
This Thanksgiving, gather friends and family at Bluebird Chelsea or Bluebird City for a festive feast designed to impress. Executive Head Chef Owen Sullivan has crafted a special four-course menu celebrating all-American classics, elevated with Bluebird's signature flair.
You can enjoy dishes inspired by the stars and stripes tradition, perfectly complemented by a selection of Napa Valley wines, bringing a taste of California to London. With two elegant locations to choose from, this is a sophisticated way to share gratitude, indulgence, and a memorable evening with loved ones.
Specialising in creative cocktails and serving over 40 different wines by the glass, The Parlour in Canary Wharf is an imaginative restaurant bar decked out in simple wooden furnishings and pretty light fittings. Nab four courses on Thanksgiving for just £49.95, including a classic roast turkey with all the trimmings, clam chowder and pumpkin pie to finish.
They're also hosting special cocktail masterclasses for the occasion, where you can learn to craft two signature sips. Not in the area? You can visit the other Drake & Morgan venues: The Anthologist, Drake and Morgan King's Cross, Devonshire Terrace, The Drift, The Folly, The Happenstance and The Refinery.
Head over to Thanksgiving restaurant, Plaquemine Lock, for a Creolean and Cajun inspired-festive feast. You and your pals can be treated to the musical stylings of New Orleans-style jazz all while wolfing down your favourite seafood dishes.
Bodeans BBQ in Soho and Tower Hill are celebrating Thanksgiving with a delicious feast this year. Get ready to indulge in a three-course feast and for those who want to enjoy the spirit of Thanksgiving without the smoky meats, they've crafted a vegan menu that's every bit as satisfying as the classic BBQ dishes.
The highlight of the special menu on the 28th of November is a show-stopping platter, overflowing with favourites. As for dessert? Choose from key lime pie or pumpkin pie -you'll want to make room for both, even if you're already full.
This Thanksgiving, NYnLON is bringing a slice of Stateside magic to London with a one-night-only feast on Wednesday the 27th of November. For £55 a head, you can dig into a gorgeously modern three-course menu that gives the traditional turkey spread a stylish city twist.
Expect all the comfort and nostalgia of a classic Thanksgiving dinner, just dressed up in NYnLON's signature sleek style. Look forward to turkey crown with all the trimmings (classic stuffing, rich gravy, tart cranberry sauce) or a dreamy Gruyère and pumpkin pie with vegetable gravy. Sides are all about indulgence: truffle mac and cheese, confit garlic and sweet potato mash, and sage-kissed Brussels sprouts. Dessert comes in the form of a warm apple pie with custard and vanilla ice cream - basically a big, buttery hug to end the meal.
