Where to Dine for Thanksgiving in the Hamptons

Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa Thanksgiving dinner
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As you decide upon where to celebrate Thanksgiving this season, we unveil the top dining destinations across the Hamptons and Montauk. From intimate farm-to-table experiences to gourmet feasts with ocean views as well as catering and takeout options, the Hamptons’ dining scene has something in store for everyone this Thanksgiving.

Baron’s Cove

Sag Harbor

Barons Cove Restaurant
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Thanksgiving dinner at Baron’s Cove will be served from 2-9pm. Their Thanksgiving menu features selections including Truffle Beef Carpaccio and Ricotta Gnocchi for appetizers as well as Pumpkin Soup or the Tri Color Roasted Beet Salad. Entree selections include Beach Plum Farm Maple Glazed Ham, Local Black Sea Bass, and the Traditional Turkey Dinner.

Side dishes for $12/each include Baked Mac & Cheese, House Made Turkey Stuffing, Mashed Potato, Haricot Vert, and Warm Brussel Sprouts. Dessert choices include Gretchen’s Pecan Pie with vanilla ice cream or pumpkin pie.

Claude’s Restaurant

Southampton

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Thanksgiving dinner will be served at Claude’s Restaurant at the Southampton Inn from 1-5pm. Tables are available for 2, 4 or 8, or communal seating is available.

Menu items include a Harvest Salad, Butternut Squash Soup, Oven Roasted Butterball Turkey, Honey Glazed Salmon, Stuffed Delicate Squash, and Freshly Baked Apple Crumb Pie for dessert.

Claudio’s Tavern and Grill

Greenport

Claudio’s Tavern and Grill Greenport
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Celebrating Thanksgiving on the North Fork? Claudio’s Tavern and Grill in Greenport will serve their second annual bountiful Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 23rd from 12-6pm. Buffet menu items will include Baby Kale Salad, Roasted Turkey Breast, Maple Glazed Ham, Cornbread Stuffing, and Assorted Pies, to name a few.

Activities for kids such as an arts and crafts station will keep the little ones entertained as well as a festive cider station with beverages for both children and adults.

Reservations may be made by clicking here.

Elaia Estiatorio

Bridgehampton

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Elaia Estiatorio is offering a Thanksgiving catering special this season for $420 that serves four guests. The special offering includes a Winter Beet & Pomegranate Salad and Butternut Squash, Pear & Ginger Soup for starters. Main dishes and side are Skordalia (a hearty Greek garlic potato dip), Seasonal Stuffing, and Roasted Aromatic Duck. A Chef’s Dessert is also included.

All orders must be placed before 4pm on Tuesday, November 21st.

Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa

Montauk

Gurney's Montauk Resort Spa Interior
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Resort guests and day visitors are invited to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at the only year-round resort in the Hamptons with a four-course prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner. Thanksgiving dinner at Gurney’s is accompanied by Ă  la carte beverage service and specialty cocktails.

The seasonally inspired menu includes a roasted pumpkin salad, flavorful bourbon glazed pork belly, a classic turkey dinner, and more. End the dinner with a choice of Dutch apple crumble or a candied pumpkin tart. Reservations can be made here.

Overnight guests can continue the festivities throughout the weekend with wine tastings and mixology lessons, and caramel apple and cookie decorating for the kids. Other activities include live music, an apple cider and hot chocolate station, movie nights and more

L&W Market

Bridgehampton

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L&W Market in Bridgehampton is offering a special catering menu in celebration of Thanksgiving. Orders may be placed online.

All orders must be placed by Monday, November 20th at 6pm and pick up will be available on Wednesday, November 22nd from 3-5pm or on Thanksgiving Day between 9am and 11am. Menu items include a Thanksgiving Cheese Board, Lobster Pumpkin Bisque, a Large Free Range Heritage Turkey, Almond Classic Mac & Cheese, Pot de Crème, and Blue Duck Pies.

Lulu Kitchen & Bar

Sag Harbor

Lulu Kitchen & Bar
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Lulu Kitchen & Bar in Sag Harbor will be open for Thanksgiving offering a traditional turkey entrée on Thursday, November 23rd from 12-8pm.

A holiday themed entrée of Roasted Turkey with cranberry sauce, chestnut-sunchoke stuffing, sweet potato soufflé, roasted lemon-brussels sprouts and house gravy will be offered. A traditional entrée will also be available for kids for half price featuring a smaller portion.

The regular a la carte menu will also be available for ordering. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

The 1770 House

East Hampton

1770 House Autumn Mums Photo Credit
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The 1770 House in East Hampton will be offering Thanksgiving dinner to go or to stay by Chef Michael Rozzi. Thanksgiving dinner at The 1770 House will be served in both the main dining room and downstairs Tavern.

For guests dining at the restaurant, there will be a three-course feast with traditional and alternative holiday selections. Menu items will include Spicy Montauk fluke tartare, Autumn salad, a Traditional organic Amish turkey with sage gravy sausage stuffing, Roasted bone-in Berkshire pork chop, and Pear and currant whole wheat crostata to name a few selections.

For home celebrations, a Thanksgiving feast to go serving six-to-eight guests is $500. All that needs cooking is the 15-pound organic Amish turkey trussed with herbs and house spice blend. Estimated cooking time is three hours with instructions and a meat thermometer included.

Dishes included are Chef’s sage and giblet gravy; brioche stuffing with sausage and golden raisins (also available without sausage); roasted garlic Yukon gold mashed potatoes; spiced sweet potatoes; green beans almondine; and cranberry-orange relish. Dessert choices are The 1770 House signature sticky date cake with hot toffee sauce or pumpkin cheesecake.

Among the optional extras are lobster bisque by the quart, and shrimp cocktail by the dozen.

Orders must be made by calling 631-324-1770 by Saturday, November 18th for pick up Wednesday, November 22nd from 2-3pm.

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