Clearwater Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day

Don’t wait until the last-minute searching for “restaurants open near me on Thanksgiving”! We’re updating our list of local Clearwater restaurants that can feed the whole family on Thanksgiving Day 2024.

Don’t feel like going out but no time to cook? We can help with that too. Some of these places also offer take-out (plan on ordering ahead of time).

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Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day in Clearwater

JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort

November 28, 2024 from 3 pm-10 pm
691 S. Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater

Welcoming the fall season, JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa is hosting a special Thanksgiving dinner at its signature Latitude 28 restaurant, and serving up four new festive fall cocktails at both Latitude 28° and its rooftop restaurant, The Deep End. The Thanksgiving dinner menu at Latitude 28 is a three-course Prix Fixe offering that includes traditional options such as Turkey Breast with all the fixings, or specialties like Poached Lobster Pappardelle to satisfy more coastal cravings.

The three-course menu includes the choice of one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert. Additionally, both Latitude 28 and The Deep End are pouring on the autumn vibes with three new Fall Cocktails: Fall Forward (Knob Creek Bourbon with fresh mint, lemon and peach puree and topped with maple peach foam); Banana Bread Black Walnut Old Fashioned; and Pumpkin Spice Rum Chata Martini.

Cost: $99 per person

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach

November 28, 2024 from 2 pm-8 pm
301 S. Gulfiview Blvd., Clearwater Beach

Sit back, relax, and let Hyatt do the cooking. The resort will provide a special holiday buffet at its SHOR American Seafood Grill between 2pm-8pm. The menu will feature a carving station with several main dishes including herb and grain mustard-rubbed prime rib and a marinated statler turkey and confit dark meat served with giblet gravy and cranberry sauce. It will also provide fresh seafood, handcrafted cheeses and cured meats, as well as savory soups and gourmet salad options. Guests can enjoy a variety of traditional holiday side dishes including green bean casserole, white cheddar macaroni and cheese baked in a cornbread crust, garlic Yukon whipped potatoes, baked sweet potato casserole and a variety of house-made desserts.

Cost: $75 for adults and $35 for children. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting https://www.exploretock.com/shoramericanseafoodgrill.

For guests staying overnight on Thanksgiving, the resort will provide an in-room feast prepared by the resort’s talented culinary team. Guests can relax and enjoy a private dining experience delivered directly to their door complete with a set-up of a decorative centerpiece and china dinnerware. The menu will feature a charcuterie board with local artisan meats and cheeses, as well as a chilled shrimp display and composed salads. The entrées will include an herb and grain mustard-rubbed prime rib and marinated statler turkey and confit dark meet served with giblet gravy and cranberry sauce. The meal will be complemented by several traditional side dishes ranging from a sage sausage dressing to a green bean casserole and a variety of house-made desserts.

Yacht StarShip Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise

November 28, 2024 at 11:30 am, 3 pm, and 6:30 pm
Clearwater dock: 25 Causeway Blvd Clearwater

Leave the fuss to the Yacht StarShip crew and share a special day with loved ones on a Thanksgiving Day buffet cruise. Sail off on sparkling blue waters while you sit down to a delicious meal including carved turkey with sage pan gravy, apple cheddar cornbread stuffing and Yukon mashed potatoes with ricotta and buttermilk. Once you’ve had seconds, have a round at the chef’s dessert selection. A

fter dinner get on the deck and enjoy the view of the bay and skyline, while the cruise director plays the latest tunes.

Cost: Tickets are $74.95 for adults and $44.95 for children, plus $3 marine fees, tax, and a $10 gratuity. Tickets include coffee, tea, and water and there will be a cash bar.

Restaurants Near Clearwater for Thanksgiving

These restaurants near Clearwater are worth the drive. Take a short trip from Clearwater to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner.

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa Thanksgiving Brunch

November 28, 2024 from 11 am-3 pm
105 N. Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor

Enjoy a Thanksgiving with a view at Safety Harbor Resort and Spa. They’ll be serving up a special brunch buffet from 11:00 am-3:00 pm that will include a gourmet omelet station, pumpkin spice French toast, lobster bisque, Mediterranean platter, slow-roasted prime rib, and an international cheese board. They will also offer traditional Thanksgiving items such as herb-roasted turkey with apple stuffing, sweet potato mash with marshmallow and strudel, and traditional green bean casserole.

Adults 21+ will get a welcome mimosa. A separate children’s buffet will offer creamy macaroni and cheese, hot dog pups, chicken tenders, and tater tots. All non-alcoholic beverages are included as well as one welcome mimosa per adult. Reservations are required.

Cost: Adults are $89 plus tax per person and children 10 and under are $36 plus tax per person.

Bon Appétit

November 28, 2024 from 11 am-9 pm
148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin

Bon Appetit is putting a fancy spin on Thanksgiving dinner. Not only do they provide a full Thanksgiving menu, but they also have an unbelievable turkey day buffet. Along with a complimentary glass of Champagne, your plated celebration will include your choice of items like Maine lobster “martini,” escargot, roasted Carolina turkey with pecan stuffing, and pan-seared gulf grouper.

Bon Appétit’s buffet menu boasts dishes like Creole remoulade shrimp, chilled mussels, prime rib beef with au jus and more. They also have a separate kids menu that includes roast Carolina turkey, penne pasta, and crispy fried shrimp.

Cost: $99 plus tax per adult and $10 per child under 10. Reservations are available online.

Hew Parlor & Chophouse

November 28, 2024 from 11 am-7 pm
453 Edgewater Drive, Dunedin

Hew is serving up a family-style Thanksgiving feast that includes baked brie en croute, lyonnaise salad, seafood canneloni, smoked rotisserie turkey, sherry glazed pearl onions and stuffing, and pork chop au poivre. Sides include garlic mashed potatoes, smoked sweet potatoes with chiorizo, creamy squash casserole, haricort verts, and turtle pecan cheesecake and bourbon caramel truffle for dessert.

Cost: $85 for adults, $25 for children ages 6-12 (kids 5 and under are free)

Grand Palm Collonade Thanksgiving Brunch at Tradewinds Resort

November 28, 2024 from 11 am-2 pm
5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Petersburg

Their Thanksgiving brunch buffet menu includes Gulf Peel and Eat Shrimp; Made-to-Order Omelet Bar; Waffles; Waldorf Salad; Artisan Greens Salad Bar; Carving Station with Prime Rib and Roasted Tom Turkey; Lavender Salmon; Bourbon Honey Glazed Ham; Pasta Bar with Tri-Colored Rotini and Butternut Squash Ravioli; Sage and Cranberry Cornbread Stuffing and Roasted Winter Vegetables. Desserts include Assorted Pies and Cheesecakes, Chocolate Fountain, Mini French Pastries and Petit Fours. Complete menu can be found here. 

Cost: $97.75 per adult, $84.50 seniors 60+ and $52 per child (ages 5-12). Kids under 4 eat free.

Reservations can be made by calling 727-363-2290 or visiting here.

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

November 28, 2024 from 10:30 am- 9 pm
4400 W. Boy Scout Road, Tampa

Add a touch of glamour to your Thanksgiving holiday with dinner at Eddie V’s. Their traditional Thanksgiving dinner will include slow-roasted turkey, french green beans, brioche-sage stuffing, butternut squash and cranberry chutney. For those wanting to venture away from a traditional turkey dinner, their full menu will be available as well (at regular menu prices).

Cost: Adults: $55/Kids: $20

The Captial Grille 

November 28, 2204
2223 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa

The Capital Grille is giving you the option of dining in or enjoying Thanksgiving dinner in the comfort of your own home. Their to-go option includes their signature sides and serves four. All you have to do is roast the turkey! Their traditional Turkey Day sides include brioche stuffing, French green beans with marcona almonds, cranberry-pear chutney, pecan crusted sweet potatoes with hot honey, mashes potatoes, and rolls.

Pre-orders begin October 26. Pick up on Wednesday, November 27, 9am–5pm and Thursday, November 28, 9am–11am.

To-go Cost: $135/serves 4

Seasons 52

November 28, 2024
204 N Westshore Blvd

Seasons 52 is a reliable seasonal staple you can count on for holiday meals. If you prefer to dish out the meal at home, their traditional Thanksgiving dinner serves 4-6 people and includes all the staples such as roasted turkey, Yukon mashed potatoes, brioche and sage stuffing, mashed butternut squash, and more. Order by Monday, November 25. Pickup is on Wednesday, November 27 from 11am-4pm.

Cost: $230 for to-go.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery

November 27 and 28, 2024
4110 W. Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa

Chef Matt McMillan has planned a delectable Thanksgiving dinner that’s available as a heat-and-serve for pickup or to enjoy dining in. The to-go package is $199.99 and serves up to 6 people. It includes butternut squash soup with spiced pumpkin seeds, traditional stuffing, slow-roasted turkey, and pumpkin praline cheesecake. Dinners will be available for pick-up on November 27 and 28. The same menu is available for a flat rate for those who would rather dine-in.

Be sure to pick up a bottle of their wine of the month to compliment dinner – the Grateful Red and Grateful White. $199.99 (serves 6). Wine Club Members receive 10% off their order. $34.99 per adult and $14.99 per child 12 and under for dine-in. Presale will end on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Restaurants Near Clearwater that Have To-Go Options

Prefer to dine at home but don’t want the hassle of cooking? These places have to-go options so all you have to do is pick up, heat, and eat!

Bahama Breeze

November 28, 2024
3045 N. Rocky Point Dr. East, Tampa

Bahama Breeze is offering guests a Caribbean escape this Thanksgiving – with an island-inspired twist to the classic turkey dinner at select locations. The meal includes slow-cooked Jerk Turkey, Green Beans, Cornbread Stuffing, Cranberry-Pineapple Chutney and choice of classic Mashed Potatoes or Cinnamon Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Guests who save room for dessert can also try the Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake. This island dinner is available for dine-in or takeout, as a Family Bundle, on Thanksgiving Day. For guests who prefer a dinner of Caribbean-inspired favorites, the full menu will also be available.

Cost: $25.99 per person per dinner. $100 for Thanksgiving bundle