Minneapolis restaurants with Thanksgiving specials are available, although many must be booked in advance. On this special day, many restaurants bring out special menus and dining options. One special bonus of dining in a restaurant on Thanksgiving is that you may be able to dine on something non-traditional. Turkey and stuffing meals are available, but diners interested in items such as seafood and culturally-diverse foods will find option in Minneapolis on Thanksgiving as well.
Basil's Restaurant is located in the Hilton Marquette hotel in downtown Minneapolis. The restaurant focuses on a contemporary selection of gourmet American food items. Thanksgiving meals are served and must be booked in advance. Basil's offers a number of private dining rooms that can be reserved for a more intimate and private dining experience. Multi-course meals are served for holidays. Main dishes that include a variety of turkey, duck, chick, beef and pork-based meals. Desserts are also served.
Basil's Restaurant
7th & Marquette
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-376-7404
basilsminneapolis.com
Windows On Minnesota sits atop the Marquette Hotel in Minneapolis; it offers panoramic views of the city. The atmosphere of the restaurant is meant to be classy and decadent. Thanksgiving is a popular event at this restaurant; reservations are required for the special brunch that is served. Thanksgiving brunch includes a salad bar, dessert bar, meat-carving station and full beverage service, with wine, champagne and other cocktails. Private dining rooms can be booked upon request.
Windows On Minnesota
5000 Ids Tower
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-333-5050
marquettehotel.com
Located in Northeast Minneapolis, Jax Cafe is a popular destination for locals and tourists. Choose to dine inside in a dimly-lit dining room or outside in a whimsical garden that is heated during the winter months. Every Thanksgiving, the restaurant offers a special menu that includes its large selection of premium steak and seafood items; it also offers more traditional items, such as turkey and ham. Guests will also enjoy a dessert menu featuring pumpkin pie and sweet potato pie; Jax Cafe also offers a long list of fine wines.
Jax Cafe
1928 University Ave. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
612-789-7297
jaxcafe.com
