10 Louisville Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day
If you're opting out of holiday meal prep this year, we've got you covered. These Louisville area restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day! Image: Facebook / Walker's Exchange
Not a fan of holiday hosting? This year, treat yourself and your family to a delicious meal prepared entirely by someone else! These Louisville restaurants open on Thanksgiving are ready to host you for some time around the table with your nearest and dearest … no prep or cleanup required.
*Listed in alphabetical order
Bristol Bar & Grille
Neighborhood: Lyndon
More Info: bristolcatering.com
A Louisville favorite since 1977, Bristol Bar & Grille welcomes Thanksgiving reservations by phone only, subject to availability. Call (502) 426-0627 for seating, menu details, and pricing. The holiday spread features all the classics, from savory main dishes to sweet treats, for $49 per adult.
The Brown Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown
More Info: brownhotel.com
The Brown Hotel hosts a Thanksgiving brunch buffet at J. Graham’s Café, featuring traditional holiday favorites plus an omelet station, carving station, soups, salads, seafood, and desserts. Seating for the 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. service is limited, and reservations are required.
Pricing is $79.95 for adults, $39.95 for children ages 9 through 12, and $29.95 for children ages 5 through 8, plus a 20% gratuity and 6% tax. Children under 5 eat free.
Captain’s Quarters Riverside Grille
Neighborhood: Prospect
More Info: cqriverside.com
Enjoy your holiday with a view of the Ohio River during Captain’s Quarters Riverside Grille’s annual Thanksgiving buffet, with seating available from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The holiday spread includes roast turkey and dressing, carved roast beef, baked ham, pineapple-glazed salmon, Southern fried chicken, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, salads, and assorted desserts. Call (502) 228-1651 or email [email protected] for pricing and to reserve your seat.
Churchill Downs
Neighborhood: South Louisville
More Info: churchilldowns.com
The track hosts its annual Thanksgiving Day celebration, complete with live thoroughbred racing and a holiday buffet. The menu includes herb-roasted turkey, Kentucky smoked pit ham, Southern homestyle stuffing, green bean casserole, macaroni and cheese, whipped potatoes, seasonal salads, and assorted pies and cookies.
The buffet is available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with gates opening at 10 a.m. and the first race starting at 11:30 a.m. Dining packages start at $99 per person (plus tax) and include the buffet, reserved dining-room seating, non-alcoholic beverages, admission to the races, and a racing program while supplies last.
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Neighborhood: Downtown
More Info: mortons.com
Morton’s offers a four-course Thanksgiving feast from noon to 8 p.m. The $72 meal features butternut squash bisque, a fall harvest salad, roasted turkey roulade with sage and cranberry stuffing, sour cream mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and gravy. For dessert, a spiced pumpkin torte rounds out the menu.
Proof on Main
Neighborhood: Downtown
More Info: proofonmain.com
Pull up a chair at Proof on Main and choose between turkey and ham, accompanied by traditional Thanksgiving sides. A bread basket, salad, and dessert are served family-style. Dinner is $70 per person and available from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Elevate your experience with an optional wine pairing for an additional $70.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Neighborhood: St. Matthews
More Info: ruthschris.net
Ruth’s Chris Steak House’s multi-course meal begins with a choice of steakhouse salad, Caesar salad, or lobster bisque, followed by an oven-roasted turkey breast with your choice of sides. Choose from garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, creamed spinach, or green beans with roasted garlic. Pumpkin cheesecake with vanilla ice cream provides a sweet finish. The Thanksgiving offering starts at $49 for adults and $20 for children, with the restaurant’s regular menu also available.
Texas de Brazil
Neighborhood: St. Matthews
More Info: texasdebrazil.com
Head to Texas de Brazil for a different take on Thanksgiving dinner. This Brazilian steakhouse offers a special holiday dining experience, with flame-grilled meats and gourmet sides alongside traditional Thanksgiving favorites. You’ll enjoy the restaurant’s rodízio-style service — with a variety of meats carved tableside — plus selections from the extensive salad bar.
Walker’s Exchange
Neighborhood: Downtown
More Info: walkerslouisville.com
In addition to classics including herb-roasted turkey, honey-glazed ham, mashed potatoes, and stuffing, the Thanksgiving buffet at Walker’s Exchange features hand-carved prime rib, roasted pork loin, fried chicken, seafood selections, assorted salads, and desserts. Seating is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and meals are $49 per adult and $16 for children (ages 4 through 11). Children ages 3 and under eat free.
For Caffeine Before the Feast: Heine Brothers’ Coffee
Neighborhood: Multiple locations
More Info: heinebroscoffee.com
If you need a little caffeine hit before you hit the family gathering, select Heine Brothers’ Coffee locations will be serving up cups of joe in the morning. Shops will be open based on the availability of volunteer employees, so make sure to check Instagram for details before you go.
However you celebrate the holiday, we wish you a happy one!
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Lennie Omalza
Originally from Hawaii, Lennie Omalza is a Louisville-based freelance writer of over 18 years. Lennie is a yoga-loving foodie who travels as often as she can and enjoys writing about food, homes, and weddings. You can find more of Lennie's work at Eater, Hawaii Home & Remodeling, and The Louisville Courier-Journal.
