Thanksgiving in Hyde Park – Dine In/Take Out, Brunch, Friendsgiving, and More

Whether you prefer to dine out and leave all the cooking and dishes to someone else, or stay home in your pajamas and enjoy a chef-prepared meal, Hyde Park has several options for you this holiday.

Ascione Bistro

1500 E. 55th Street

Ascione Bistro is offering Thanksgiving dinner at the restaurant starting at noon until the last seating at 7:30 p.m. as well as orders to go.

Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner for $55 per person with the following options:

1st Course Choices – Butternut Squash Soup with Pickled Apples and Goat Cheese or Mediterranean Salad with Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, and Kalamata Olives, and Cucumbers

Main Course (with choice of two sides) – Roast Turkey (white/dark meat) with Brioche, Parsnips, Sage, and Mirepoix Turkey Pan Stuffing and Citrus Rosemary Cranberry Sauce with Honey Glazed Carrots or Green Beans with Toasted Almonds or Sweet Potatoes or Mashed Potatoes

3rd Course – choice of Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream or Chocolate Cake with Strawberries

Now taking reservations and pre-orders for pick-up – 773-363-8181.

 

 

Hyde Park Community Thanksgiving Day Meal with Chicago Hyde Park Village & Augustana Lutheran Church

Augustana Lutheran Church of Hyde Park
5500 S. Woodlawn Avenue

Thursday, November 27, 2025
12:30 – 3:00
(Immediately following the Rockefeller Chapel Thanksgiving Day Service)

The Community Celebration Features:

  • Music by Clara Takarabe
  • Buffet: A Traditional Thanksgiving Feast!
  • Appetizer, Dessert, & Beverage Potluck: Bring a favorite appetizer, dessert, wine, bubbly or other beverage to share!

Homebound? We will deliver a meal to you.
Please register & select the option for home delivery at checkout.
Know someone who needs a meal delivery? Please contact us!
Home delivery is limited to community members who are homebound and unable to attend in person.

 

 

Ja’ Grill

1510 E. Harper Court

Hyde Park’s Ja’ Grill is offering a full Thanksgiving menu to go with options including a 20 lb. stuffed Jerk turkey, sweet potato pie, rum cake (regular or chocolate), and bottles of rum punch (regular and over-proof). Just place your order before Sunday, November 23 for pickup on Tuesday, November 25, between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.

 

 

A Seat at the Table: Friendsgiving Presented by Hennessy

Mesler Kitchen | Bar | Lounge – 1411 E. 53rd Street

Tuesday, November 25, 6-9 p.m.

Join us for a evening filled celebrating community, making new friends, and enjoying a curated dinner with Hennessy cocktail pairings. Reservation options include overnight stay at the Sophy Hotel or just dinner.

 

 

Truth Be Told

1227 E. 60th Street

Who says you have to wait till dinner to give thanks? Celebrate early with Truth Be Told’s Thanksgiving brunch (Thursday, November 27 from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) or enjoy our holiday specials with all the classic fixings.

The regular menu will be available with festive additions such as Roasted Herb Turkey Breast, Sliced Pepper Crusted Pork Tenderloin, and Pumpkin Pie topped with Cinnamon Cream.

 

 

Valois

1518 E. 53rd Street

This Thanksgiving, we’ll be open from 6 am to 3 pm. Join us for breakfast and our $14.95 Thanksgiving specials – comfort, flavor, and the holiday dishes everyone loves!