Let's face it: laying out a spread of turkey and mashed potatoes and stuffing and casseroles and soups and sides takes a lot of work. Maybe home cooking isn't your thing. Maybe you can't host because your apartment is too small. Or maybe your idea of a relaxing holiday is letting someone else do the work. Whatever the reason, we're throwing you a turkey bone by compiling this beginning list of Columbus restaurants open on Thanksgiving. (This list is by no means exhaustive, but consider it your beginning guide to eating out on the holiday.)
Let's face it: laying out a spread of turkey and mashed potatoes and stuffing and casseroles and soups and sides takes a lot of work. Maybe home cooking isn't your thing. Maybe you can't host because your apartment is too small. Or maybe your idea of a relaxing holiday is letting someone else do the work. Whatever the reason, we're throwing you a turkey bone by compiling this beginning list of Columbus restaurants open on Thanksgiving. (This list is by no means exhaustive, but consider it your beginning guide to eating out on the holiday.)
The Boathouse679 W. Spring St., Downtown
Open 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
614-469-0000
boathouserestaurantoh.com
The Boathouse features a brunch-themed champagne buffet with everything from eggs benedict to pot roast to a raw bar. Pricing is $45 for adults and $22 for kids. Reservations are recommended, and the festivities include a Bloody Mary bar, live jazz and a photo booth.
Buca di BeppoMultiple locations
Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
bucadibeppo.com
Both Central Ohio locations of Buca di Beppo will be open for reservation-only dining. It's serving a special family-style menu that runs $60 for 2 to 3 people and $120 for 4 to 5.
Buckeye Donuts1998 N. High St., Campus
Open 24/7
614-291-3293
buckeye-donuts.com
Buckeye Donuts' slogan is "Always open, never closed," which means you can line up for fresh donuts, breakfast sandwiches, coffee and gyros any time Thanksgiving.
Cafe IstanbulMultiple locations
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Easton) or 9 p.m. (Dublin)
cafeistanbuldublin.com
cafeistanbuleaston.com
The Easton and Dublin locations of Cafe Istanbul will be open and serving a regular menu (Note: The Bexley location will be closed).
Copious520 S. High St., Brewery District
Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for pick-up only
614-947-1520
copiouscolumbus.com
Like several restaurants, Copious is offering pre-made Thanksgiving dinners available for pick-up. They must be ordered by 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20.
Cooper's Hawk4230 The Strand, Easton
Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
614-428-6999
coopershawkwinery.com
This winery and restaurant will be open regular hours and by reservation only.
De-Novo Bistro & Bar150 S. High St., Downtown
Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
614-222-8830
denovobistro.com
De-Novo will serve its regular breakfast menu from 9 a.m. to noon and then transition to a Thanksgiving-themed menu until 9 p.m.
Fortune Chinese RestaurantMultiple locations
Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Both the campus and Dublin locations of Fortune will be open regular hours.
G. Michael's Bistro & Bar595 S. Third St., German Village
Open 3 to 7 p.m.
614-464-0575
gmichaelsbistroandbar.com
Chef David Tetzloff and crew are open for special dinner hours.
The Guild House624 N. High St., Short North
Open 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
614-280-9780
theguildhousecolumbus.com
The Guild House will open early serving breakfast as usual, but then lunch and dinner focuses on a prix fixe Thanksgiving menu. The menu is $49 for four courses – soup, salad, a turkey-centric entrée and pecan pie – or $79 for wine pairings with each course.
Hong Kong House1831 Henderson Rd., Northwest Side
Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
614-538-9288
It's business as usual for Hong Kong House. This is a good opportunity to add some Szechuan spice to the holiday.
J. Gilbert's1 E. Campus View Blvd., Worthington
Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
614-840-9090
jgilberts.com
The steakhouse will offer its regular menu plus a three-course prix fixe menu running $38 for adults and $19 for children.
J. LiuMultiple locations
Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
jliurestaurant.com
The J. Liu Worthington and Dublin locations are offering a Thanksgiving buffet for the whole family. Reservations are required.
Latitude 4150 N. Third St., Downtown
Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
614-233-7541
latitude41restaurant.com
Latitude 41 is open for a Thanksgiving brunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., priced at $35 for adults and $15 for the kiddos. Reservations are required.
Lindey's169 E. Beck St., German Village
Open 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
614-228-4343
lindeys.com
Lindey's is open for a holiday a la carte menu. Reservations are required, and are close to filling up.
Matt the Millers TavernMultiple locations
Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
mtmtavern.com
All three Matt the Millers locations – Grandview, Dublin and Polaris – are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a reservations-only buffet.
McCormick & Schmick's3965 New Bond St., Easton
Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
614-476-3663
mccormickandschmicks.com
McCormick & Schmick's will be open regular hours and featuring special roasted-turkey dinners. Reservations are recommended.
Mitchell's Fish MarketMultiple locations
Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
mitchellsfishmarket.com
The Worthington and Grandview locations will be serving a full dinner menu along with a special, three-course holiday menu with salad, turkey and dessert. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Mitchell's SteakhouseMultiple locations
Open 2 to 8 p.m.
mitchellssteakhouse.com
The Downtown and Worthington spots will be serving a normal menu and a special Thanksgiving prix fixe menu priced at $39.99 per person. Reservations are recommended.
Nancy's Home Cooking3133 N. High St., Clintonville
Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
614-265-9012
Nancy's is bringing back its tradition of serving free Thanksgiving meals for the neighborhood starting at 11 a.m. until they run out. While the meals are free, we recommend making a donation.
New India5226 Bethel Rd., Northwest
Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
614-442-7705
newindiarestaurant.com
New India will be open regular hours and serving a regular menu.
Nicola Restaurant & Bar4740 Reed Rd., Northwest
Open 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
614-459-7000
nicolacolumbus.com
Chef Nicola will be featuring a special Thanksgiving menu. Reservations are recommended, and should be made by phone.
Ray Ray's Hog Pit2619 N. High St., Old North
Open noon to 4 p.m.
614-753-1191
rayrayshogpit.com
Ray Ray's will be open Thanksgiving for pre-order (order by Sunday, Nov. 20) as well as selling spare ribs and turkey and ham dinners.
The Refectory1092 Bethel Rd., Northwest Side
Open 11 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
614-451-9774
refectory.com
The Refectory continues its tradition of hosting a reservation-only, three-course menu for Thanksgiving.
Rodizio Grill125 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
614-241-4400
rodiziogrill.com
Rodizio Grill will be serving just its dinner menu on Thanksgiving. Reservations are not required, but highly recommended.
Royal Ginger Asian Fusion Bistro1625 W. Lane Ave., Upper Arlington
Open noon to 9 p.m.
614-488-7888
royalginger.com
Royal Ginger will be open for lunch and dinner as usual!
Smith & Wollensky4145 The Strand, Easton
Open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
614-416-2400
smithandwollensky.com
Like many spots, Smith & Wollensky offers its full dinner menu and a special prix fixe menu for Thanksgiving, priced at $49 adults and $20 for kids.
Spagio1295 Grandview Ave., Grandview
Open 1 to 5 p.m.
614-486-1114
spagio.com
Spagio will be open for dinner service, offering a special menu for the day.
Tandoori Grill808 Bethel Rd., Northwest Side
Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
614-326-3777
tandoorigrill.biz
Tandoori Grill will be open regular hours and serving its full menu.
Taj Palace3794 Fishinger Blvd., Hilliard
Open 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
614-771-3870
tajpalacecolumbus.com
Taj Palace will be open regular hours and serving its full menu.
Ted's Montana Grill6195 Sawmill Rd., Dublin
Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
614-760-7753
tedsmontanagrill.com
Only the Dublin location of Ted's is set to open this year, serving a special menu of comfort foods.
Tee Jaye's Country PlaceMultiple locations
Open 24/7
barnyardbuster.com
Tee Jaye's is open 24 hours a day, and Thanksgiving is no exception. The day will feature a special menu of turkey, baked ham and all the fixings priced at $10 for adults and $6 for kids.
Texas de Brazil4040 Easton Station, Easton
11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
614-472-4072
texasdebrazil.com
The Brazilian steakhouse offers its full dinner menu all day, although special items like turkey, cranberry sauce, sweet potato casserole and gravy will be featured. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins will be accommodated.
Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails73 E. Gay St., Downtown
Open 4 to 11 p.m.
614-221-8300
tiptopcolumbus.com
In addition to the regular menu, Tip Top will offer a special of turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and cranberry relish.
Tucci's35 N. High St., Dublin
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
614-792-3466
tuccisdublin.com
Tucci's is open for reservations, serving a prix fixe menu priced at $45 per person.
Worthington Inn649 High St., Worthington
Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
614-885-2600
worthingtoninn.com
Correction: Ray Ray's entry was updated to reflect the proper hours