Thanksgiving Dining Guide 2025: Where to Eat and Get Takeout

Not cooking this Thanksgiving? Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely meal out or need a heat-and-serve dinner to make your holiday easier, the Milwaukee area has you covered. From traditional turkey dinners to elegant buffets and convenient takeout options, here's your comprehensive guide to Thanksgiving dining on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

Milwaukee County

Traditional Sit-Down Dinners

Alioto's Restaurant (Wauwatosa)
This classic spot offers more than just turkey. Choose from roast turkey ($34), prime rib ($58), filet mignon ($48), or even roast duckling ($42). All entrées include soup or salad, potato, and dessert.
📍 3041 N. Mayfair Road | ⏰ 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | ☎️ (414) 476-6900
Reservations required

Benny's Cafe
One of the most affordable options with turkey dinner at just $21. The best part? All dine-in dinners include a glass of wine or beer and dessert. No reservations needed—walk-ins welcome!
📍 5354 S. 27th St. | ⏰ 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. | ☎️ (414) 431-0004

Clifford's Supper Club (Hales Corners)
Classic supper club experience with turkey, ham, duck, or upgraded options like surf & turf ($60). Kids meals available for $16.
📍 10418 W. Forest Home Ave. | ⏰ Noon - 6 p.m. | ☎️ (414) 425-6226
Reservations required

The Capital Grille
Upscale dining with a prix fixe turkey dinner ($50 adults, $20 children) featuring slow-roasted turkey, brioche sage stuffing, and French green beans. Full menu also available.
📍 310 W. Wisconsin Ave. | ⏰ 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. | 🌐 thecapitalgrille.com

Buffet Experiences

Mader's
The iconic German restaurant offers two buffet seatings: breakfast buffet from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. ($47.95) and dinner buffet from 3 - 6 p.m. ($49.95).
📍 1041 N. King Drive | ☎️ (414) 271-3377

Pfister Hotel - Grand Ballroom
An elegant Thanksgiving brunch buffet featuring Wisconsin cheeses, chef-prepared eggs, carved meats, seafood, and more.
📍 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. | ⏰ 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | 💰 $104 adults, $35 kids (3-10)
Reservations required

Potawatomi Casino Hotel
Multiple dining options including Canal Street Café's buffet ($45 adults, $20 kids) from noon - 6 p.m., Dream Dance Steakhouse's Thanksgiving Feast ($45) from 5 - 10 p.m., and a special Thanksgiving burger at the Sportsbook starting at 10 a.m. for the Packers game!
📍 1721 W. Canal St. | 🌐 potawatomi.com/restaurants

Tre Rivali (Third Ward)
Mediterranean-inspired buffet with carved turkey and ham, pita-quiles with turkey confit, and creative desserts like pumpkin-tahini cheesecake bars.
📍 200 N. Broadway | ⏰ Noon - 4:30 p.m. | 💰 $70 adults, $30 kids | ☎️ (414) 291-3971

Unique Options

Old Town Serbian Gourmet Restaurant
Stand out from the traditional with roast goose shanks ($64), Serbian-style sweet potato gnocchi, or the classic butter turkey. Don't miss the Serbian tea made with plum brandy!
📍 522 W. Lincoln Ave. | ⏰ 11:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. | ☎️ (414) 672-0206
Reservations required

The Packing House
Dine-in ($39.99) or grab a traditional turkey dinner at the drive-through window ($30, cash only) from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. No pre-order needed for drive-through!
📍 900 E. Layton Ave. | ☎️ (414) 483-5054 for dine-in reservations

Takeout & Heat-and-Serve Options

Saz's Catering
Full dinner package for four ($170) includes pre-carved turkey, all the sides, salad, rolls, and your choice of apple or pumpkin pie. Also available à la carte.
📍 201 W. Walker St. | 📅 Order by 3 p.m. Nov. 21 | Pickup Nov. 26 or 27
🌐 sazs.com/thanksgiving | ☎️ (414) 256-8765

Smoke Shack
Bring something special with a smoked turkey dinner ($165 serves 6) featuring bone-in smoked turkey, brandy cranberry sauce, and all the fixings.
📍 332 N. Milwaukee St. | 📅 Order by Nov. 17 | Pickup Nov. 25-26
🌐 smoke-shack.com/thanksgiving

Ward's House of Prime
Choose turkey or prime rib! Single turkey dinners start at $31.99, or go big with the Whole Turkey Dinner serving 10 ($340). Prime rib options available for groups of 2 to 16.
📍 540 E. Mason St. | 📅 Order by Nov. 25 | Pickup 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 27
☎️ (414) 223-0135

Emerald City Catering
Budget-friendly Heat & Eat dinner at just $26.95 per person with everything from turkey to pumpkin pie.
📍 3555 S. 13th St. | 📅 Order by Nov. 21 | Pickup 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 27
☎️ (414) 672-3434

Maggiano's (Mayfair Mall)
Cold-prepared bundles ($210, pickup Nov. 26) or hot-prepared bundles ($220, pickup Nov. 27) serve 4-5 and include turkey, ham, pasta dishes, and desserts.
📍 2500 N. Mayfair Road, Wauwatoma | ☎️ (414) 978-1010 for carryout

Just Desserts

Greige Patisserie (Walker's Point)
Elevate your dessert game with sweet potato cheesecake ($56), pumpkin pie ($36), bourbon chocolate pecan pie ($48), or sticky toffee pudding cake.
📍 408 W. Florida St. | Pickup Nov. 26, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 🌐 greigemke.com

Matilda Bakehouse (Fox Point)
Preorder pies, cakes, dinner rolls, and even a ham & cheese egg bake ($32) for Thanksgiving morning.
📍 6874 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point | Pickup Nov. 26, 7:30 a.m. - noon
🌐 matildabakehouse.com

Waukesha County

The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
Generous buffet in the Lake Country Ballroom featuring turkey, prime rib, roasted salmon, and traditional sides.
💰 $45 adults, $23 kids (3-12), free under 3 | ⏰ Noon - 5 p.m.
📍 2810 Golf Road | ☎️ (262) 547-0201 | Reservations required

Stone Bank Farm Market
Just need a few sides? Order turkey gravy ($20/quart), whipped potato puree ($24), or sourdough stuffing ($24).
📍 N68 W33208 County Road K, Stone Bank | Pickup Nov. 26
🌐 stonebankfarmmarket.square.site

Ozaukee County

Shully's Cuisine (Thiensville)
Heat-and-serve perfection with carved turkey, smoked ham, and all your favorite sides. Don't miss the Maple-Bourbon Old Fashioned Kit ($40)—makes 8 cocktails!
📍 146 Green Bay Road | 📅 Order by 5 p.m. Nov. 22 | Pickup or delivery Nov. 26
🌐 shullyscuisine.com

Racine County

Apple Holler (Sturtevant)
Choose from slow-roasted turkey ($38.95 individual; $179.95 family), apple cider bourbon glazed ham, or prime rib dinners. All include Apple Holler apple cider!
📍 5006 S. Sylvania Ave. | 📅 Order by noon Nov. 21 | Pickup Nov. 25-27
☎️ (262) 884-7100 | 🌐 appleholler.com

Walworth County (Lake Geneva Area)

The Abbey Resort (Fontana)
Lakeside elegance with carved turkey or prime rib, seafood station, and a chocolate fountain!
💰 $79 adults, $29 kids (5-12) | ⏰ 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
📍 269 Fontana Blvd. | ☎️ (800) 709-1323

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Three restaurant options featuring extensive buffets with prime rib, seafood, breakfast items, and more. Prices range from $65-$90 for adults depending on location.
📍 7036 Grand Geneva Way | ☎️ (262) 249-4788
🌐 grandgeneva.com | Reservations required

Planning Tips

✅ Book Early: Most restaurants require reservations, and popular spots fill up fast
✅ Order Deadlines: Takeout orders typically need to be placed 3-7 days in advance
✅ Budget Range: Dine-in options range from $21-$104 per person; takeout packages serve 4-6 for $160-$220
✅ Don't Forget: Many spots offer add-on desserts, sides, and even cocktail kits
✅ Drive-Through Options: The Packing House offers cash-only drive-through service with no pre-order needed

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us in Milwaukee! However you choose to celebrate, may your day be delicious. 🦃🍂

Prices and availability subject to change. Always call ahead to confirm details and make reservations.