Thanksgiving is a time to gather, indulge, and give thanks. If you're not in the mood to cook this year, Sarasota has you covered with incredible dining options. Whether you're looking for a classic turkey dinner or something with a coastal twist, these local restaurants offer memorable meals that will make your holiday stress-free and delicious.
1. Anna Maria Oyster Bar (Landside Location)
For the first time, the beloved Anna Maria Oyster Bar will open its doors on Thanksgiving, exclusively at the Landside location on 14th Street in Bradenton. Known for its exceptional oysters and welcoming atmosphere, this year they’re offering a traditional carved turkey with all the fixings. The special menu also features creamy roasted garlic and sage penne pasta with butternut squash—perfect for those looking for a unique twist on holiday flavors. Priced at $34.99 per person (plus tax and gratuity), it’s a wonderful option for a festive feast.
2. Bevardi’s Salute
Downtown Sarasota’s Bevardi’s Salute will host a special Thanksgiving celebration from 2–8 p.m., featuring a delicious three-course prix-fixe dinner. For $49.95 per adult and $24.95 for children under 12, you’ll enjoy a slowly roasted turkey with sausage-wild mushroom-sage stuffing, green beans almondine, roasted honey-glazed sweet potatoes, Parmesan mashed potatoes, pan gravy, and Chianti cranberry sauce.
Start your meal with a choice of butternut squash bisque or a baby spinach salad, and finish with a decadent dessert of warm apple pie topped with vanilla ice cream or classic pumpkin pie. Adding to the festive ambiance, live music by Mike Morris from Time Trax will play from 3–8 p.m.
3. Columbia Restaurant
As Sarasota’s oldest full-service restaurant, Columbia brings tradition and flavor to Thanksgiving. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., they’ll serve their signature Spanish-Cuban cuisine alongside a traditional holiday meal. Guests can enjoy sliced roast turkey with Columbia’s signature stuffing and a variety of sides for $30 per adult and $8 for children under 10.
For those preferring a cozy meal at home, Columbia offers Thanksgiving curbside takeout packages, serving up to 10 people for $195. Be sure to call the restaurant to place your order in advance.
4. Duval’s Fresh Local Seafood
For a coastal twist on Thanksgiving, head to Duval’s Fresh Local Seafood in downtown Sarasota. Their Thanksgiving feast ($52.95 for adults, $29.95 for children under 10) includes herb-and-butter roasted turkey with pan gravy, brown sugar and mustard-glazed ham, house salad, cornbread, rolls, sides, and desserts.
Prefer to celebrate at home? Duval’s offers individual Thanksgiving dinners for takeout or free local delivery at the same price. You can also opt for a family-style meal serving 4–6 people ($184 if ordered before Nov. 14, $194 after).
For those seeking “Something Different,” Duval’s serves entrees like pan-roasted local Gulf fish, loaded seafood alfredo, or a grilled six-ounce filet. These options (market price) come with salad, cornbread, rolls, and dessert, and are available for dine-in or takeout.
5. Element Steak Seafood Pasta
For a sophisticated steak dinner or a traditional Thanksgiving feast, Element Steak Seafood Pasta in downtown Sarasota is the perfect choice. Known for its expertly prepared steaks like filets and ribeyes, Element will also offer a three-course Thanksgiving meal on Nov. 28.
The menu features a slow-roasted turkey dinner served with stuffing, root vegetables, sweet potato casserole topped with marshmallow and candied pecans, cranberry sauce, and pan gravy. This indulgent holiday meal is priced at $75, and reservations are available from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
6. Euphemia Haye
For a cozy and upscale Thanksgiving experience, head to Euphemia Haye, a Longboat Key dining staple. Open from 2–9 p.m., Euphemia Haye will serve its full a la carte menu, daily specials, and a Thanksgiving Day turkey special.
Planning to host at home but want to include one of Euphemia Haye’s famous pies? To-go pie orders must be prepaid and placed by Friday, Nov. 22. Due to limited availability, it’s strongly recommended to order at least a week in advance to secure your holiday dessert.
7. Grove
Located in Lakewood Ranch, Grove offers several ways to enjoy Thanksgiving. Dine in at the restaurant from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. and enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal featuring turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet potato and broccoli casseroles, green beans, cranberry sauce, dinner rolls, and pumpkin pie ($39.95 adults, $19.95 children under 10).
For a more extensive selection, the ballroom buffet (11 a.m.–5 p.m.) includes turkey, prime rib, mussels, chicken pasta, fresh salads, and more for $54.95 per adult and $24.95 per child under 10.
Hosting at home? Grove offers individual Thanksgiving dinners to go ($39.95 each, plus tax) and family-style feasts serving 4–6 people ($150 plus tax). Pick-up is available from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
8. Harry’s Continental Kitchens
Recently reopened after hurricane repairs, Harry’s Continental Kitchens on Longboat Key offers an elegant Thanksgiving experience. Open from 2–8 p.m. on Nov. 28, Harry’s serves a three-course Thanksgiving dinner featuring fresh-roasted turkey with apple-walnut stuffing, giblet gravy, cranberry relish, green beans almondine, and mashed Idaho and sweet potatoes ($54 per person, $70 with premium wine pairings, $38 entrée only).
Looking to celebrate at home? Harry’s Deli offers Thanksgiving dinners to go for $34 per person. Orders must be placed by Nov. 23 and picked up on Nov. 27 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Note that the deli will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
9. Mattison’s Restaurants
Chef Paul Mattison brings his celebrated Thanksgiving feast to all three of his restaurants. Mattison’s City Grille in downtown Sarasota and the Bradenton Riverwalk location will serve à la carte meals, with the former open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and the latter open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For a buffet experience, Mattison’s Forty-One on South Tamiami Trail offers multiple stations, including oven-roasted turkey and prime rib carving stations, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. ($65 for adults, $25 for children 12 and under).
Hosting at home? Mattison’s Thanksgiving-to-go option features a turkey feast that serves up to eight people for $265.
10. Michael’s on East
Michael’s on East, a fine-dining favorite in Sarasota, will be open starting at 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, offering both a traditional turkey dinner and à la carte favorites from a limited dinner menu. Reservations are required, and a credit card is needed to hold your spot.
If you're celebrating at home, Michael's also offers family-style Thanksgiving feasts for up to 10 people ($399) or 6 people ($299), or turkey-only orders ($185 for a 15-pound turkey, $235 for a 20-pound turkey). Pick-up is available between 11 a.m.–1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
For individual meals, enjoy a traditional turkey dinner ($42) or roasted prime rib of beef ($55) with sides, available for pick-up between 1–3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Orders must be placed by Monday, Nov. 25, for both to-go meal options or for one of their signature housemade pies (pumpkin, pecan, or crisp apple streusel) for $37 each.
