Between all the work that goes into preparing a Thanksgiving meal, sometimes it’s best to let others do the cooking. Several Long Island restaurants are making it easy to set your baster aside. Wear stretchy pants, bring the family and indulge.
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Brasserie Americana Bar, Lounge & Restaurant, Great Neck
The French/American bistro located within the Inn At Great Neck is serving a feast this Thanksgiving. A buffet with dishes made from fresh ingredients will be available for $42.95 a person during three seatings: 12pm, 1:30pm and 3pm. There’s also complimentary coffee, tea and soft drinks. Known for its warm and casual environment, Brasserie Americana is a great place to bring kids, especially since it’s half price for those 10 and under. Phone: 516-773-2000 | Address: 30 Cutter Mill Rd Click to feast
Volpe Ristorante, Woodbury
Located in the Fox Hollow, Volpe Ristorante has a full menu of Thanksgiving favorites. Choose from nine entrées, including roasted Maryland turkey with chestnut stuffing, veal portofino in a lemon butter sauce and shrimp francese served with lemon herb butter white wine sauce. Dishes come with a choice of soup or salad, coffee and dessert. There’s also appetizers to choose from and options for children at a reduced price. Phone: 516-802-7501 | Address: 7725 Jericho Tpke Click to feast
Thyme Restaurant, Roslyn
Enjoy a Thanksgiving meal at this rustic, cozy spot overlooking a scenic pond. Choose from starters like roasted butternut squash soup and warm baked brie with apples. Enjoy entrees like Long Island duck breast and farm raised roasted turkey followed by dessert. It’s $62 for adults and $25 for children under 10. Reservations are required. Let the festivities carry over to the next day at Thyme’s Friday brunch from 11:30am-3pm. Phone: 516-625-2566 | Address: 8 Tower Pl Click to feast
View, Oakdale
Views of the Great South Bay, top-notch seafood and three fireplaces make View a great place to enjoy Thanksgiving. A buffet dinner will be served from 1-7pm for $44.95 a person, $19.95 for children under 12 and free for children under 3. Expect a carving station with roasted turkey and black Angus sirloin steak. Ham, roasted loin of pork, salads, vegetables and seafood are also on the menu. Dessert lovers, rejoice. Pumpkin pie, bourbon pecan pie and more favorites are being served. Phone: 631-589-2694 | Address: 3 Consuelo Pl Click to feast
Coast Kitchen, Montauk
Have an elegant Thanksgiving at this eatery located at The Montauk Yacht Club, known for its gorgeous marina views. A Thanksgiving buffet will be offered from 12-6pm for $39.95 and $15.95 for children (those under 6 years old are free). Stations include pasta, salad & soup, starters, local harvest, seafood and dessert. Of course, there’s also a carving station serving Cajun fried turkey breast and carved rosemary encrusted top round. Phone: 631-668-3100 | Address: 32 Star Island Rd Click to feast
Mirabelle, Stony Brook
Executive Chef Guy Reuge will serve a hefty buffet at the Three Village Inn restaurant starting at 12pm. For $50 (half price for children 12 and under), diners can enjoy bites from a cold display, salads & soups, meat from the carving station, bistro selections, Thanksgiving sides, desserts and options for kids. Phone: 631-751-0555 | Address: 150 Main St. Click to feast
The Milleridge Inn, Jericho
Diners have two options on Thanksgiving at “one of Long Islands oldest treasures.” The Milleridge Inn is offering a buffet in the cottage from 11am-4pm. It’s $55.95 for adults and $27.98 for kids aged 2-12. Or, opt for a sit down prix fixe menu in the inn from 11am-6pm. This option is $49.95 for adults and $24.95 for kids. Reservations required. Phone: 516-931-2201 | Address: 585 N Broadway Click to feast
The Inn at New Hyde Park, New Hyde Park
Around since 1938, The Inn at New Hyde Park is offering a Thanksgiving Day buffet with four seatings: 1pm, 2pm, 3:30pm and 4:30pm. Adults are $49 and kids are $25 with unlimited juice, soda, coffee and tea. There’s no charge for children under 3. Phone: 516-354-7797 | Address: 214 Jericho Tpke Click to feast
Sandbar, Cold Spring Harbor
Starting at 1pm, Chef Guy Reuge’s coastal spot will serve a special Thanksgiving menu. Dig into appetizers like pumpkin soup and duck tacos, followed by entrees including roasted turkey and almond-crusted halibut. Finish off with some classic pumpkin pie or trilogy donuts. Unlike the aforementioned restaurants, diners pay for what they order at Sandbar. Phone: 631-498-6188 | Address: 55 Main St. Click to feast