Over here at Southforker, we are big fans of cooking. Discussions of Thanksgiving dishes become as important as weekly story status meeting. But as people who work right up until Thanksgiving Day, like we’re assuming the rest of you do, it can be tough to get it all bought, prepped, cooked and on the table.
So maybe you could use a hand. From nabbing a side dish or two to ease the burden to having the whole darn thing made for you, either in your home or in a lovely dining room where you don’t have clean up a thing, there are always excellent options for a Thanksgiving holiday spent in the Hamptons.
Whose Brussels sprout casserole are we eyeing? Which spots have take-out or a great menu to dine in and devour? Check below for our faves this season.
L&W Market, 2493 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton, 631-537-1123, takeout only
Let chef Jason Weiner and his crew create a holiday to remember with fewer pots and pans to scrub when all is eaten and done. From a magnificent mezze combo of beet hummus, eggplant walnut dip, citrus cured olives and whipped feta to sides like yakatori glazed sweet potatoes, croissant stuffing and classic mac n’ cheese. You won’t miss out on the roasty bird aromatics, because their big ol’ free-range turkeys are pre-brined, buttered and trussed, so all you do is pick a size (medium at 12-14 lbs. or large at 18-20 lbs.) and pop it in the oven. Orders must be placed online by Monday, Nov. 24 by 6 p.m.. Pick-up on Wednesday, Nov. 26, from 3 to 5 p.m. or on the big day itself, Thanksgiving morning from 9 to 11 a.m.
Art of Eating, 264 Butter Lane, Bridgehampton, 631-267-2411, takeout only
You know when you open the Thanksgiving issues of your favorite food mags and start drooling at the gorgeous photos of holiday delights? Instead, save the paper and go straight to the Art of Eating’s website. But truly, even the beautiful photos here don’t do justice to the Thanksgiving spread they’ll create for you with a sincere locally sourced ethos behind it all. Give John and Cheryl a call, or shoot them an email at [email protected]. Sweet endings are a mix of classic and creative, like brownie bites and vegan pumpkin pecan pie tea bread. Orders must be placed by Thursday, Nov. 21, on the phone or online here.
Pierre’s, 2468 Main St, Bridgehampton, 631-537-5110, dine in only
Add some Alsatian accents to your edible American holiday at Pierre’s, where the traditional turkey and such gets special nods to owner Pierre Weber’s home region in France with dishes like roasted chestnuts and Alsatian spice and, of course, his renowned Gallic touch with desserts (which you can also order to take home, too).
LDV at the Maidstone, 207 Main St., East Hampton, 631-324-5006, dine in only
Head to East Hampton’s LDV at the Maidstone for some special, Thanksgiving-night-only additions to the regular bespoke dishes from chef Jorge Espinoza. From 2 to 7:30 p.m., the following extra Turkey Day options will be in the a la carte mix: butternut squash soup, butternut mezzaluna with brown butter sage sauce, roast turkey with grave and root vegetable stuffing and pumpkin cheesecake with Port-glazed grapes and a spiced pineapple mousse.
Golden Pear, Multiple Locations, 631-287-4242, takeout only
Chef Keith Davis may have lost the Bridgehampton outpost of his trio of iconic Hamptons cafés, but Southampton and East Hampton spots are still going strong — and when it comes to Thanksgiving, that means gold-standard choices galore. Hors d’oeuvres by the dozen, savory soups to salivate over, a carb-o-riffic cache of sides, dynamite desserts and, of course, the big bird, too. Place your orders by Monday, Nov. 24 at 5 p.m. and you can either pick it up the day before turkey day on by 4 p.m. in East Hampton or up to Thanksgiving Day by 1 p.m. at the original Southampton spot. For 50 bucks they’ll deliver it on Wednesday, Nov. 26 between 2 and 6 p.m.
1770 House Restaurant & Inn, 143 Main St., East Hampton, 631-324-1770, dine in only
The gorgeous dining room of 1770 House is special-occasion worthy alone; chef Michael Rozzi’s food? Next level. You can veer traditional or alternative to the norm with this three-course menu for $135 ($65 for kids under 12). No matter which menu you indulge in, staff wine director Michael Cohen will be on hand to guide you through the 200-plus, Wine Spectator award-winning wine list.
Round Swamp Farm, Multiple locations, 631-668-8488, takeout only
Come for the amazing, fresh, homemade food; stick around for the history. Ten generations of the Lester family have farmed land in East Hampton, an over 300 year legacy of devotion to the land. If that doesn’t warm your Thanksgiving heart, we don’t know what will. There are 44 (!!) options for Thanksgiving mains, sides, desserts and all other manner of delicious accoutrements and add-ons available to make your dinner the coziest, yummiest of ‘em all. Pre-orders to make sure you’re in the gravy.
Citarella, Multiple Locations, takeout only
Look no further than this renowned gourmet grocery for a spread that’ll look like you toiled in the kitchen all day. Full-on roast turkey feasts for four or eight are $299 and $499, respectively and, if you want to skip the bird but keep all the rest, you can do that, too. East feast is festooned with a multitude of delicious holiday faves, from their famed autumn lasagna and glazed sweet potatoes to cornbread, gravy and pumpkin pie (and, truly, so much more). Order online (citarella.com/holiday), in-store, via email ([email protected]) or by phone (631-283-6600).
Chef Douglas Gulija’s Fēniks, one of the most exciting openings in the Hamptons in 2025, is hosting a special Thanksgiving feast. (Photo credit: Eric Striffler)
Fēniks Cuisine & Cocktails, 75 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 631-283-9323, dine in only
Have you not tried chef Douglas Gulija’s Fēniks? Get there! The former Plaza Café toque launched his own restaurant this past summer, and his Thanksgiving spread this holiday is not to be missed. The $125 three-course is an ode to autumn is an elegant take on the classic holiday meal, from pumpkin lobster bisque and a tuna and crab tower to organically raised roast turkey or duck three ways, to apple-pecan cake and other sweet delights. He’s serving from 11:30 a.m. for you early turkeys to 4 p.m. for those who don’t care about football. Book your rezzie here.
Cowfish, 258 E. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, 631-594-3868, takeout only
Pro tip: If you are on the hunt of holiday Coquito, the most excellent Puerto Rican version of egg nogg (and, in our humble opinion, superior), Cowfish is offering it by the quart (!) for Thanksgiving. Wepa! And if you buy three, the fourth is on them. But oh boy, there’s a ton more to fill your Thanksgiving table, too, from this eclectic-yet-rib-sticky-satisfying popular spot from Rooted Hospitality. From herb roasted turkey breast and thigh to their North Fork salad (Brussels sprout leaves, Manchego cheese, macadamia nuts, bacon, dried berries and a lemon mustard vinaigrette – yes, please!) to their excellent honey-butter cornbread and stuffing, there’s a lot of holiday joy to be had from this take-out only menu. Order a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the big day (that is, by Nov. 23) and call the number above to do so.
Farm Country Kitchen, 513 W. Main St., Riverhead, 631-369-6310, takeout only
Complete Thanksgiving dinners are available for take-out, with a big bird to feed up to 10 (if you like — they also will do lamb chops, filet mignon, roast, stuffed pork loin and chicken breast stuffed with prosciutto and broccoli rabe), along with your choice of four sides plus gravy and accompanying sauces. Turkey dinner with all the trimmings for your big brood is $350 (seriously, think about it — that’s a pretty darn good deal!). If you pick something other than turkey, the price varies. Check the website for the full catering menu.
Good Ground Tavern, Canoe Place Inn & Cottages, 239 E. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, 631-763-6300, dine in only
We’re really digging the tightly curated options for Thanksgiving at Good Ground Tavern this year. If you’re someone who gets overwhelmed by too many choices and just wants the classics with a splash of au courant style, make your rez here pronto (seating is, we’re told, very limited). For $125 a person between 1 and 7 p.m., you and your guests can start the noshing on warm, housemade focaccia with sweet-spicy hit of honey and chili pepper. Pick from traditional baked clams, beet and squash salad with farro, burrata and pistachio vinaigrette or truffled butternut squash soup to start, traditional turkey for the main (or, for the non-turkey eaters, seared wild salmon or turnip risotto), traditional sides served family style and dessert of the apple or pumpkin ilk.
R.Aire at the Hampton Maid, 259 E. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, 631-728-4166, dine in only
Chef Alex Bujoreanu has a three-course prix fixe with all the fixins — plus the bonus of his signature Spanish accents to make the meal extra memorable, like oysters Rockefeller topped with Manchego cheese, organic roasted turkey with mash, mushroom stuffing, Brussels sprouts and cranberry chutney and (swoon) pumpkin flan. Meals $85, $35 for kids under 12, 2 to 7 p.m.
Gigi’s Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa, 290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, 631-668-2345, dine in only
Oh sure, Montauk is well established these days as the be all, End all for the summer fun, but the quiet season? Yeah, fall and winter in Montauk has a special kind of vibe. Make a weekend of it at Gurney’s, kicking off the Thursday holiday with Thanksgiving at their new-this-year restaurant, Gigi’s. From 3:30 to 9 p.m. (a nice option if you’re driving out from afar that day), they’ll serve a three-course Thanksgiving feast for $145 (adults), and $45 for the kiddos 12 and under.
Stonewalls Restaurant, 967 Reeves Ave., Riverhead, 631-506-0777, dine in only
Come for the vol au vent (puff pastry filled with scallops, shrimp and mushrooms in a Champagne cream sauce); stay for nicely chosen options from the über-traditional to the less-so (velvety pot roast; hazelnut-crusted halibut and even linguini and meatballs for those who can’t breathe without a plate of pasta — we feel you). It’s a pick-your-own prix fixe, with the starters and dessert options all up for grabs, with the mains the deciding factor on price (aka, the three-course turkey dinner is $70; the three-course with linguini as your pick is $55). Click here to see the full menu.
Stone Creek Inn, 405 Montauk Highway, East Quogue, 631-653-6770, dine in only
If you pass by Stone Creek thinking it’s going to be too pricey, think again. It’s one of the best Thanksgiving deals going. The three-course dinner, which features decadent dishes like lobster bisque with brioche croutons, seared Hudson Valley foie gras, and lamb shank ragu with rigatoncini pasta also features all the turkey and classic trimmings, too, for 89 bucks ($45 for kids under 12) from noon to 7 p.m. It’s a great pick if you have both turkey haters and lovers in your midst. Book your res here.
Lulu Kitchen & Bar, 126 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-725-0900, dine in only
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire move you? Hit up the open-flame cooking at Lulu Kitchen and bar for a flame-licked Thanksgiving to wow you and your crew. They’ll be open noon to 8 p.m. serving a $115 dinner for two (which, of course, must be ordered by a two people — it’s all about the sharesies) and features roast turkey with chestnut-sunchoke stuffing and gravy, cranberry sauce, sweet potato soufflé, . A quintessential multi-course meal for two with all the fixings is available in-house for $110. Guests will gobble up roasted Turkey with cranberry sauce, chestnut-sunchoke stuffing, sweet potato soufflé and Brussels sprouts. A kids’ sized version will be on the agenda, too.
The Ram’s Head Inn, 108 S Ram Island Dr, Shelter Island Heights, 631-749-0811, dine in only
Head to Ram’s Head Inn for bountiful buffet of holiday faves. The good thing about dinner here? It appeases the early-early birds with an 11:30 a.m. start time, and runs all the day to 5 p.m. for those who like their dinners dialed to the sundown hour. Grown-up gobblers are $120; kids 10 and under are $50. Click here to get a seat.
Fauna, 149 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 631-998-9600, takeout only
Fauna (and its sweet little sister, Flora, too) are offering an a soup-to-nuts a la carte Thanksgiving feast this year, which can be picked up the day before Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. A multitude of creative, crave-able fall faves make for options that will keep everyone at your table happy. Note: Be sure to order no less than 72 hours in advance (and no later than Nov. 23) by calling the number above or 631-288-3500. Dinners must be paid for in full at the time of order.
Sydney’s Taylor Made Cuisine, 32 Mill Road A, Westhampton Beach, 631-288-4722, takeout only
If you like choices — lots of choices! — or just have one of those impossible-to-please broods, Sydney’s Thanksgiving menu is the place to go to satisfy every nit-picky loved one at your table. Even you. On offer: seven soups, 14 hors d’oeuvres, 26 sides, eight entrée options and 15 (15!) desserts. You just can’t miss here. Ordering began Nov. 1, and you can place yours by emailing [email protected].
