ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — Thanksgiving dinner doesn't have to involve roasting a turkey, juggling side dishes and spending the evening cleaning up. Several Arlington Heights restaurants are offering another option this year.
Local favorites are taking reservations for Thursday, Nov. 26, giving residents a chance to gather around a different table for the holiday.
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Dining out also makes room for a Thanksgiving that doesn't look the same for everyone. Some people are celebrating with a partner or a few friends. Others are meeting family halfway, traveling over the holiday or simply ready to retire the roasting pan for a year.
Here are some local options, along with nearby restaurants and national chains offering Thanksgiving service. Reservations are encouraged, and diners should confirm holiday hours and availability directly with their chosen restaurant.
Arlington Heights Restaurants
- Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, 798 W. Algonquin Road: The restaurant's Thanksgiving menu will be available alongside its regular menu. The holiday meal costs $36.99 for adults and $15.99 for children 12 and younger. The chain also offers a take-home Thanksgiving kit serving six for $199.99. Holiday dining hours should be confirmed when booking.
- Palm Court, 1912 N. Arlington Heights Road: Thanksgiving service runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., according to the restaurant's holiday reservation listing. Diners can expect traditional Thanksgiving favorites and chef-inspired holiday specials. Reservations are recommended.
- Jameson's Charhouse, 1331 W. Dundee Road: The restaurant's posted Thanksgiving menu includes slow-roasted turkey with stuffing, sweet potatoes, giblet gravy and cranberry sauce for $36.95. Baked ham with fruit sauce and sweet potatoes is also $36.95. Both include soup, salad and a vegetable. Additional steaks, seafood, and other selections are available. Confirm holiday hours when making a reservation.
- Francesca's Tavola, 208 S. Arlington Heights Road: A Thanksgiving buffet will be served from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The price is $62 for adults and $18 for children 12 and younger, excluding tax and gratuity. Offerings include roasted turkey, honey-glazed ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, ravioli, seasonal sides and desserts.
Nearby Thanksgiving Options
Restaurants outside Arlington Heights offer additional choices, including traditional holiday meals and steakhouse menus.
- Fogo de Chão, Rosemont: The Brazilian steakhouse lists Thanksgiving hours of 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., with dinner pricing throughout the day.
- Morton's The Steakhouse, Rosemont: A four-course Thanksgiving dinner costs $72 per person. The full dinner menu will also be available. Thanksgiving hours are noon to 8 p.m.
- Seasons 52: The chain's Thanksgiving dinner includes roasted turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce and a pumpkin pie dessert. Its regular dinner menu is also available. Check the selected restaurant for hours.
National Chains Offer More Choices
Other national chains with Illinois locations advertise Thanksgiving dining, including:
- Ruth's Chris Steak House: Participating restaurants open early and offer a Thanksgiving meal featuring a starter, roasted turkey breast, sausage and herb stuffing, a side and pumpkin cheesecake with vanilla ice cream. Steakhouse favorites are also available.
- The Capital Grille: Its Thanksgiving plate includes slow-roasted turkey, brioche sage stuffing, French green beans, cranberry-pear chutney and mashed potatoes. The full dinner menu is also available.
- Perry's Steakhouse & Grille: Thanksgiving hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. A caramelized prime rib special is available from 4 to 9 p.m., alongside its holiday offering.
- Maggiano's Little Italy: The chain is taking Thanksgiving reservations for a special family-style dine-in menu.
- Buca di Beppo: Thanksgiving offerings include turkey, garlic mashed potatoes, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, vegetables and cranberry sauce.
- Benihana: Participating locations offer a six-course hibachi turkey dinner from Nov. 12-29. Hours vary.
- Cracker Barrel: Restaurants are open regular hours, with the traditional Thanksgiving meal served beginning at 11 a.m.
- Denny's: Its holiday menu includes turkey breast with stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, two sides and bread.
- IHOP: Restaurants are open Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location.
For a quick meal, Thanksgiving participation and hours vary at McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, Sonic Drive-In and Pizza Hut. Check the specific restaurant's app or contact the location before heading out.
Starbucks says most coffeehouses are open Thanksgiving, often with reduced hours. Store-specific hours are available through its app and store locator.