SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — Hours of prep and cleanup after a big dinner aren't for everyone. For those looking to skip the hustle and bustle, many restaurants opening Thanksgiving on the North Fork will be cooking up a turkey dinner — or something else entirely.
Restaurants opening for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 24, offer a range of dining experiences, from fine dining to fast food and casual dining. In some cases, you will need to make a reservation, so plan ahead as much as possible.
As always, Patch encourages you to call any restaurant on this list ahead of time to double-check the hours on Thanksgiving, as many vary by location. Here are the local restaurants planning to open:
- Lulu Kitchen and Bar, 126 Main Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-0900. Noon to 8 p.m. Roast turkey for two, $98. Served with cranberry sauce, chestnut-sunchoke stuffing, sweet potato souffle, roasted lemon-brussels sprouts & gravy.
- Tutto Il GIorno, 56 Nugent Street, Southampton, NY, 11968, 631-377-3611.
- Claude's Restaurant at the Southampton Inn, 91 Hill Street, Southampton, NY 11968, 631-283-6500. Claude's Restaurant the Southampton Inn will serve breakfast until 10am. and a traditional Thanksgiving dinner from 1 to 5 p.m. Adults $48 per person and children under 12 $30 per person. Large groups are welcome. For reservations, call the Inn at 631-283-6500 or make a reservation on OpenTable.
Many national chains are open on Thanksgiving, according to lists compiled by The Pioneer Woman, Delish, Good Housekeeping and Woman's Day. The restaurants also offer coffee and donuts on the go, catering or pickup and delivery. Hours and services may vary by location, so be sure to call ahead. Nearby options include:
