Thanksgiving

Miami's Thanksgiving Table: Where the City Eats on the Day That Counts

From Rusty Pelican's raw bar to AVA's lamb rack and La Rosa's roasted pork, Miami's Thanksgiving table is as diverse as the city itself. The full roundup of where to eat on the day that counts.

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The Ritz-Carlton South Beach Just Dropped Its Full Holiday Season — Thanksgiving Dinner, a 15-Foot Tree, and a Six-Course NYE Feast

The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach is running a full holiday season from Thanksgiving through New Year's, anchored by elevated dining from José Andrés Group at Zaytinya. Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26) brings a $95 per person dinner with roasted turkey, chestnut stuffing, black truffle-Madeira gravy, and a complimentary Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich Kit. The hotel's 15-foot holiday tree — designed by Jim Marvin with mixed metallic botanicals, blush, soft blue, gold, and champagne — lights up at Lapidus Bar on Nov. 27. New Year's Eve (Dec. 31) is a six-course Mediterranean feast at Zaytinya with seatings at 6pm and 9pm, a welcome cocktail, and a midnight Cava toast. Reservations at OpenTable.

Nothing Bundt Cakes Just Made Thanksgiving Dessert a Done Deal — Pumpkin Spice Is Back Through Nov. 29

Nothing Bundt Cakes is bringing back its Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake through November 29, available in all Bundt Cake sizes with the brand's signature cream cheese frosting. Festive Thanksgiving decorations include the 'Give Thanks' cake decoration and 'Thankful Turkeys' and 'Fall Leaves' Bundtini toppers. The limited-time OREO Dirt Cake Bundtlet is available through November 8. Find a location at nothingbundtcakes.com.

Ocean Key Resort Is Doing a Four-Course Thanksgiving Dinner With Harbor Views in Key West

Ocean Key Resort & Spa in Key West is hosting a four-course Thanksgiving dinner on November 26 with waterfront views of the harbor. The elevated holiday meal features hand-crafted cocktails and Thanksgiving classics with an elegant island twist. Reservations at oceankey.com.

Kiki on the River Is Doing Thanksgiving With Truffle Brioche Stuffing and Pumpkin Cheesecake — Riverside, 5–11pm

Kiki on the River at 450 NW North River Drive is hosting a Thanksgiving Holiday Feast from 5 to 11pm on November 26 at $55 per person. Chef Wladimir's menu includes herb-roasted turkey with rosemary, thyme, and turkey jus; truffle brioche stuffing with toasted brioche, sage, celery, caramelized onion, and truffle; whipped butternut squash with brown butter, feta, toasted pistachio, and hot honey; green beans almondine with haricots verts, toasted almonds, crispy shallots, and cranberry; cranberry-pomegranate relish with orange, cinnamon, and fresh mint; and pumpkin cheesecake with spiced pumpkin, pistachio crumble, salted caramel, and chantilly cream. Reservations at kikiontheriver.com.

Gulfstream Park Is Serving Thanksgiving Brunch Trackside — Live Racing Included

Ten Palms at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach is hosting a Thanksgiving Day buffet brunch from 11am to 3pm on November 26, with live horse racing running simultaneously on Opening Day of the Championship Meet. The $75 per person spread (tax and gratuity not included) includes a salad bar, fresh Gulf shrimp, charcuterie, a carving station with sous vide tri-tip and honey ham, herb-roasted turkey breast, butternut squash ravioli with pistachio cream, pomegranate glazed salmon, apricot and sausage stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, sweet corn casserole, candied baby carrots and parsnips, creamed spinach, baked million dollar mac and cheese, marsala creamed mushrooms, cranberry glazed cocktail meatballs, French onion boules, and brie and raspberry purses. Book at gulfstreampark.com.

Vitolo at the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Is Bringing Old-School New York Italian to Thanksgiving

Vitolo at the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach is open Thanksgiving Day with a menu rooted in Chef Anthony Vitolo's Italian heritage. Holiday specials include Pumpkin Ravioli with brown butter, sage, and candied pecans; Meat Lasagna; and a Turkey Dinner with sweet potatoes, stuffing, and string bean casserole. The restaurant brings the warmth of family-style Italian dining to the holiday, with the Conrad's oceanfront setting as the backdrop. 551 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. (954) 414-5127.

CATCH Miami Beach Is Doing Thanksgiving With Heritage Turkey, Short Rib Croquettes, and Pumpkin Crème Brûlée

CATCH Miami Beach at 200 South Pointe Drive is open Thanksgiving Day from 4 to 9pm with a special holiday menu. Starters include Short Rib Croquette ($23) with horseradish crème fraîche. The main is Roasted Heritage Turkey ($60) with herbed stuffing, mashed potatoes, caramelized vegetables, cranberry sauce, and turkey gravy. Dessert is Pumpkin Crème Brûlée ($18) with maple chantilly cream and Speculoos cookies. Reservations at catchrestaurants.com.

Daniel's Fort Lauderdale Is Bringing Its Michelin-Recognized Steakhouse to Thanksgiving — Opens at 3:30pm

Daniel's, A Florida Steakhouse in Fort Lauderdale opens at 3:30pm on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, with holiday specials including prime rib, Green Circle turkey, and pumpkin cheesecake alongside its full menu. The Michelin Guide-recognized restaurant from father-daughter duo Thomas and Kassidy Angelo is one of Florida's most acclaimed steakhouses. Reservations on Resy.

Daniel's Miami Is Serving Prime Rib and Green Circle Turkey for Thanksgiving — Starting at 3pm

Daniel's Miami in Coral Gables opens at 3pm on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, with holiday specials including prime rib, Green Circle turkey, and pumpkin cheesecake alongside its full steakhouse menu. Led by father-daughter duo Thomas and Kassidy Angelo, Daniel's Miami brings the same elevated dining experience as the Michelin Guide-recognized Fort Lauderdale original. Reservations on Resy.

Maple & Ash Miami Is Doing Thanksgiving With Black Truffle Turkey and a Full Bar

Maple & Ash Miami, the wood-fired steakhouse from Chef Danny Grant at Miami Worldcenter, is open Thanksgiving Day from 5 to 10pm. The restaurant's full à la carte menu will be available alongside two holiday specials: a Black Truffle Turkey plate ($79) with brussels sprouts, chanterelles, pomme purée, and black truffle jus, and roasted chestnut stuffing ($15) with pumpernickel, apple butter, pork sausage, and ricotta. The full cocktail and wine list will be available, with festive holiday additions. Reservations on SevenRooms.

Hutong Miami Is Doing a Flaming Peking Turkey for Thanksgiving

Hutong Miami in Brickell is bringing its Flaming Peking Duck technique to Thanksgiving this year with a Whole Flaming Peking Turkey ($268), available by preorder for dine-in, pickup, or delivery on Thursday, November 26. Each turkey is air-dried for 36 hours, lacquered, roasted, and set aflame tableside for a final glassy crisp skin. Served with spiced cranberry sauce, thin house pancakes, scallions, and cucumbers. Hutong at Home Thanksgiving Deluxe packages are also available for two to three guests ($466) or four to six guests ($656), including a Ma La Turkey second course, Pomelo Salad, Seared Sichuan Chicken, Red Chili Dumplings, Pan-Seared Lobster Bao, Bok Choy, and Chef's Fried Rice. Preorders close at noon on Wednesday, November 25. Thanksgiving hours: 11:30am to 11pm.

Maison Ostrow Is Serving a Kosher French Thanksgiving — With a 40-Day Dry-Aged Ribeye on the Side

Maison Ostrow in North Bay Village is offering a kosher French Thanksgiving on Wednesday, November 25 and Thursday, November 26. Paris-born Chef Olivia Ostrow's four-course menu at $105 per person starts with roasted pumpkin velouté or endive and pear salad, moves to house-made pate en croute with duck, veal, and pistachios, then herb-roasted turkey breast roulade with cranberry jus or slow-roasted thighs with bone marrow gravy, with brioche stuffing and maple-roasted sweet potatoes to share. Dessert is tarte Tatin or chocolate profiteroles. A 40-day dry-aged prime ribeye ($135/lb, 2 lb minimum) and 7-day aged duck duo ($105) are available as add-ons. Reservations on Resy.

Donna Mare Is Doing Thanksgiving the Italian Way — and It Includes a 50-Year-Old Mother Yeast

Donna Mare Italian Chophouse at the Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner on November 26 with an Italian-inspired three-course menu: Slow-Roasted Organic Turkey, Rosemary & Garlic Prime Rib, or Handmade Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli, with holiday sides served family-style. $89 per person. Children's menu $29 (ages 4–12). Optional Holiday Wine Experience $65 per guest with four curated wine pours.

Two Ways to Do Thanksgiving in South Florida: Kiki on the River and Ten Palms at Gulfstream Park

Thanksgiving 2026 in South Florida comes with two strong options. Kiki on the River serves a holiday feast along the Miami River from 5 to 11pm — Chef Wladimir's Herb Roasted Turkey, Truffle Brioche Stuffing, Whipped Butternut Squash, and Pumpkin Cheesecake at $55 per person. Ten Palms at Gulfstream Park runs 11am to 3pm with a full buffet spread — carving station, pomegranate glazed salmon, butternut squash ravioli, and live horse racing on Opening Day of the Championship Meet at $75++ per person.

Amara at Paraiso Is Doing Thanksgiving Right — Waterfront, Lavish, and Worth Every Bite

Amara at Paraiso is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet on Wednesday, November 26 at 3101 NE 7th Avenue in Edgewater. The spread includes artisanal cheese and charcuterie, seasonal soup, fresh salads, carved herb-crusted turkey breast, salt-baked salmon, coast-roasted ribeye steak, roasted squash, Brussels sprouts, creamy mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, classic herb stuffing, and a full dessert station from the in-house pastry chef. $119 per person plus tax and gratuity. Kids ages 5–12 are $48. Reservations available from 3pm.

Puff 'n Stuff Catering Unveils Its 2026 Holiday Menus — and They Are Worth the Call

Puff 'n Stuff Catering has released its 2026 holiday menus, and the range is serious: Peppercorn-Crusted Beef Tenderloin carved to order, a Fresh Pasta Experience with chefs on-site, a Holiday Blazing Doughnut Holes Station flambéed with apple cider and bourbon, and a cocktail list that runs from the Mistletoe Margarita to the Cherry Spiced Old-Fashioned. Available now through December 31 for corporate parties, private celebrations, and everything in between.

The Convergence: November in Miami

November is the month Miami stops pretending it is not the most interesting city in the country. The weather breaks. The calendar stacks. The polo ponies arrive on South Beach. Olivia Rodrigo plays two nights. Shakira closes the month at Kaseya. Miami Book Fair takes over Wolfson Campus. And Art Week is three weeks out — which means the reservation windows are already closing. Here is what we are watching.

The Fontainebleau Table: Three Restaurants, One Hotel, Every Occasion

The Fontainebleau Miami Beach is not just a hotel with restaurants — it is a dining destination in its own right. Hakkasan is Michelin-recommended Chinese haute cuisine. Vida is the most democratic fine dining option in Miami Beach. Both serve Thanksgiving. Both serve NYE. The hotel that launched Miami Beach's golden era is still the most complete dining address on the strip.

Where to Eat Thanksgiving in Miami 2026: The Complete Guide

Thanksgiving in Miami 2026, fully documented: Carbone Miami at $225 is the most glamorous room. Le Jardinier at $185 runs the longest window — 9 hours, $40 cheaper than Carbone. Vida at Fontainebleau is $120 adults/$60 kids, all-you-can-eat. Carbone Vino in the Grove is $175 — the same menu as Carbone at $50 less. Every price, every window, every neighborhood.

Le Jardinier Has the Best Art Week Tasting Menu in Miami — and a Dessert Inspired by Picasso

Le Jardinier at the Design District is running a $190 five-course Art Week tasting menu from December 1–6. The final course — a dessert called Chef's Kiss, created in collaboration with Le Jardinier Houston and inspired by the Picasso-Klee-Matisse exhibition at PAMM — is the most editorially interesting single dish in Miami right now. Thanksgiving runs $185 per person, 12pm–9pm.

The Resy Credit Rooms: Where Your Amex Works Right Now in Miami

The Amex Resy Credit is $250 a year toward dining at participating restaurants. Miami has more qualifying rooms than almost any other city in the country — and the list skews heavily toward Brickell, with serious outposts in Little River, Buena Vista, North Bay Village, and Coral Gables. Thanksgiving is 26 days out. These rooms fill in the first two weeks of November.

Where to Eat on Thanksgiving in Miami

Thanksgiving in Miami is not one thing. It is a spectrum from the technically precise to the theatrical to the quietly excellent. L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon is the most ambitious menu in the Design District. Carbone Miami is the most glamorous room in South Beach. Le Jardinier is the most distinctive philosophy. Know which one you're going to.

Three More Thanksgiving Tables Worth Booking: Maple & Ash, Daniel's, and CATCH Miami Beach

Maple & Ash Miami opens Thanksgiving with a black truffle turkey plate at Miami Worldcenter. Daniel's runs both its Coral Gables and Fort Lauderdale locations. CATCH Miami Beach brings its South of Fifth energy to a heritage turkey menu. Three strong options if you're still looking.

Where to Eat Thanksgiving in South Florida: From Drag Brunches to Waterfront Buffets

From a Roaring '20s Friendsgiving at Delilah Miami to a Thanksgiving buffet along Fort Lauderdale's Intracoastal at Shooters, South Florida restaurants are offering plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday — including R House Wynwood's drag brunch makeover and an Italian feast at Donna Mare.

R House's Thanksgiving Drag Brunch Is Back — And It's Better Than Ever

Two weekends of Thanksgiving Drag Brunch at R House Wynwood: Friendsgiving (November 21–22) and post-Thanksgiving (November 28–29). Bottomless Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martinis, Turkey Sliders, and show-stopping performances.

Miami's Best Thanksgiving Tables 2026

Eight restaurants doing Thanksgiving right this year — from a drag brunch with bottomless Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martinis to a truffle-inspired Italian feast to a waterfront buffet on Fort Lauderdale's Intracoastal. Make the reservation now.

Merlin Entertainments Is Dropping Florida Black Friday Deals — LEGOLAND from $49, 7-Park Bundle for $79

Starting November 18, families can save up to 60% on LEGOLAND Florida, Peppa Pig Theme Park, SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds Orlando and The Orlando Eye. Annual passes from $99, hotel packages included.

The PGM Thanksgiving Dining Blueprint: How to Lock Down November in Miami

Thanksgiving in Miami is notorious for two things: overpriced buffet traps and immediate booking gridlock at the city’s best patio spots. Here’s how to navigate all of it — from the decadent splurge rooms to the breezy al fresco sanctuaries to the anti-surge transit playbook.