Seasons 52 does a pretty good Thanksgiving, and they have lots of other stuff on the menu. But no pie, sadly. They do these cute little shot glasses with layered dessert, one of which is always pumpkin and one of which is always like a pecan pie in a shotglass.

The old ebbitt does a decent job. Solid dinner, nothing spectacular. Much like Clyde’s since it’s the same chain.

Zinnia in silver spring is having a thanksgiving dinner.

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Google open table Thanksgiving and see what comes up that you might like.

I'm not local, but we're going to a dim-sum place where we live. I googled them and called directly to see if they would be open that day. I called three places before I found it.

My Dad passed away this year and we need a change of scenery- don't want to see the empty chair.

Anonymous wrote:A few options I was considering in DC-- L'Ardente, Kinship, Nina May

All of the hotels will also be serving as well. Depends on neighborhood and if you prefer something fancier vs more casual

Ooh I bet Kinship would be fabulous. I love that restaurant and remember getting an email a few years ago about their prix fixe thanksgiving dinner. Looked delicious. My family really likes the home cooked thing so I sadly had to pass on it.

A few options I was considering in DC-- L'Ardente, Kinship, Nina May

All of the hotels will also be serving as well. Depends on neighborhood and if you prefer something fancier vs more casual

OP here. Yes, live in the district. Thank you for the great ideas! Super helpful.

I was once traveling during thanksgiving and just got a reservation at a nice high end steakhouse in the city we were in. We didn’t get thanksgiving food. It was great!

Check hotels, they often have a nice buffet.

Anonymous wrote:If you want traditional style, the Clyde's local chain of restaurants has always been open on Thanksgivign and is quite popular. Reserve now.

Yes, we went to Clyde’s Tower Oaks Lodge in Rockville last year for Thanksgiving, and really enjoyed it.

If you want traditional style, the Clyde's local chain of restaurants has always been open on Thanksgivign and is quite popular. Reserve now.

Anonymous wrote:I know Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time with family, but my family is very fraught and my husband and I want to take our older teens to a restaurant and leave the servers big tip. Are there any good recommendations?

Are you looking for recommendations in DC, VA or MD?

A lot of places may already be booked. I’d look on Open Table.

I know Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time with family, but my family is very fraught and my husband and I want to take our older teens to a restaurant and leave the servers big tip. Are there any good recommendations?