Thanksgiving is meant to be a holiday to gather and spend time with those you’re thankful for. This year, trade the hours spent managing a hot kitchen for quality time with family and friends. Let Pittsburgh’s restaurants handle the feast from soup to dessert, prep to clean-up. Head out to a decadent holiday brunch buffet to start the day or lavish in a traditional dinner with all the trimmings. Say goodbye to the endless kitchen duty and hello to a relaxing, memorable holiday celebration that lets you focus completely on the people who matter most.

Which Pittsburgh Restaurants Are Open on Thanksgiving 2026?

Most of these restaurants serve set holiday menus or buffets by reservation only, and the most popular seatings sell out weeks ahead. Book now, and call to confirm details, since menus and prices can change.

1. LeMont

1114 Grandview Avenue, Mount Washington | Seatings every half hour, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LeMont’s Thanksgiving Grand Buffet comes with one of the best views in the city. Last year’s spread included soups and salads, carving stations with turkey, filet mignon, ham, and lamb, and a Viennese table of cakes, pastries, tortes, pies, and bananas foster. This year’s buffet is $79.95 for adults, $32.95 for children 7 to 12, and $22.95 for children 6 and under, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are already sold out, so call to ask about cancellations.

2. Thanksgiving Day at Fairmont Pittsburgh’s fl. 2

Grand Ballroom, 510 Market Street, Downtown | Call for times

This year, the Fairmont hosts a Thanksgiving brunch buffet in its second-floor Grand Ballroom. Expect scrambled eggs, bacon, milk bread French toast, a bagel and smoked salmon station, autumn soups and salads, and charcuterie and cheese. Carved heritage turkey and honey mustard ham come with all the sides, from leek stuffing and mashed potatoes to green bean casserole and mac and cheese. Desserts include pumpkin pie, bourbon pecan pie, and dulce de leche cheesecake, and kids get chicken tenders and waffle fries. Prepaid tickets are $85 for adults and $50 for children 12 and under; kids 3 and under eat free. A cash bar is available.

3. The Terrace Room at the Omni William Penn

530 William Penn Place, Downtown | Seatings at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.

Celebrate in the elegant setting of this historic hotel with a holiday buffet of seasonal favorites and desserts. Last year’s brunch included eggs Benedict, slow-roasted turkey, and a lavish dessert spread, and kids 5 and under eat free. Reservations on OpenTable range from $42 to $82 per person. Wear something comfortable.

4. Gateway Clipper Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise

350 W. Station Square Drive, Station Square | Sailings 12 to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 7:30 p.m.

This cruise serves a traditional Thanksgiving dinner buffet aboard a riverboat as the city skyline glides by, with music and dancing on the afternoon sailing. Boarding begins an hour before each sailing. Book online for fares.

5. The Commoner

620 William Penn Place, Downtown

Leave the cooking (and the cleanup) to The Commoner. Begin your feast by nibbling on the grazing board and fresh salads, then move on to holiday classics with elevated twists, including Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Guanciale, Sage and Brown Butter Roasted Delicata Squash with Wild Rice and French Lentils, Brioche Stuffing, Smoked Gouda and Cheddar Mac and Cheese, and more. Get your pick of Roasted Turkey, Glazed Pork Belly and Beef Tenderloin at the carving station, and top it with Turkey Gravy, Miso Mustard Cream and Truffle Jus. Save room for the dessert spread, which includes Warm Apple Crisp, Pumpkin Pie, Vanilla Cheesecake, Chocolate Crunch Cake, Lemon Tarts, Macarons and Truffles. Kids 12 and under eat for $45 each; Tickets for adults are $85 per person.

Can I Order Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go in Pittsburgh?

Yes. If you’d rather eat at home without the cooking, Grand Concourse’s family-size feast is one option, and many local restaurants, bakeries, and caterers take holiday pre-orders. Order early, since most close orders the weekend before Thanksgiving. Find where to get Thanksgiving to-go in Pittsburgh.

Tips for Booking Thanksgiving dinner

Reserve now. Popular buffets, like LeMont’s, sell out weeks in advance.

Ask about kids’ pricing. Many buffets offer reduced prices or free meals for young children.

Check for prepayment. Some holiday events require prepaid, nonrefundable tickets.

Plan for parking. Downtown garages and Station Square lots fill up, so allow extra time.

Mention dietary needs. Let the restaurant know about allergies or vegetarian guests when you book.

Cooking at home after all? Build your menu with our 50 Thanksgiving Side Recipes, Thanksgiving Finger Foods and Thanksgiving Drinks to Inspire Gratitude This Year.

Skip the bird with our turkey substitutes. 

For the day after, try our leftover turkey recipes.

About the Author

Kylie Thomas is TABLE Magazine’s Online Editor, covering Pittsburgh food, drink, and going out, including the Things to Do in Pittsburgh column. A Point Park University graduate, her work has also appeared on The Takeout, QBurgh, and Empire Extreme. She also runs the photography business Photos by Ky. 

Photo Courtesy of The Commoner

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