Put a Bird on It: Thanksgiving 2014 Dining Out Options

[Updated 11/27/14] Let's face it, the thought of cooking an entire Thanksgiving meal in a tiny Chinese kitchen isn't the most appealing idea. The fact that I'd have to bend time and space to accommodate the bird, let alone the trimmings, into my shoe box-sized oven is enough to make me carve my brains out.

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With that in mind why not gather your family and friends together and celebrate Thanksgiving Day this November 27 by going to any of these amazing locations who have made it their duty to provide you the best roast turkey and trimmings this side of the Pacific:

THANKSGIVING DAY

We Celebrate Thanksgiving
It’s an all American gathering at Tim’s as they laden their tables with cornbread stuffed turkeys, green bean casserole, sweet corn soufflé, and pie flavors of pumpkin or apple. RMB 198, 178 (before 4pm). 11am. Tims Texas Bar-B-Q

Thanksgiving America Style
If stuffing your face full with turkey sandwiches and swishing it all down with a few pints sounds right up your alley then come to Slow Boat and hit all those sweet comfort food niggles that have been clawing at your stomach all year. 5pm. Slow Boat Brewing Taproom

Aroma Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet
Traditional flavors ooze from Aroma as they serve up roast turkey, cranberry compote, and a swathe of fresh pumpkin and corn dishes. RMB 638 + 15 percent. 6pm. Aroma

Thanksgiving Buffet
Roasted whole tom turkey carved to perfection will be plated alongside pineapple-glazed gammon with cherries and a lush roasted rib-eye. RMB 348 + 15 percent. 6pm. East 33

Brickyard Thanksgiving Package
Private transfers to and from Beijing for two persons with a traditional Thanksgiving feast set up inside a superior Great Wall overlooking queen room, what more could one be thankful for? RMB 2,388. 3pm. The Brickyard Inn and Retreat Center at Mutianyu Great Wall

The Schoolhouse Traditional American Thanksgiving Served at The Brickyard Retreat
Share in a traditional feast and give thanks under the majestic Great Wall. Live jazz music played all night and a kids room set up ensure everyone gets to enjoy the moment. RMB 388. 5pm. The Brickyard Inn and Retreat Center at Mutianyu Great Wall 

Celebrate Thanksgiving at BLD Café
Delicious home-cooked turkey available onsite will remind many Americans of home, as well as the opportunity to chow down on a buffet featuring many of the classic side dishes. RMB 298. 5.30pm. BLD Café 

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Windy City Ballroom
Free-flow ice tea will accompany your slow roasted porcini buttered turkey, marshmallow yams, mushroom tartlets, and more. Reserve now and ensure you and your party get the best seats in the house. RMB 218. 11am. Windy City Ballroom

Thanksgiving Dinner
Don’t feel homesick this Thanksgiving, come to the Conrad Hotel and settle in for a night of juicy turkey, cranberry sauce, gravy, and homemade styled pumpkin pie. RMB 358 + 15 percent. 6pm. Conrad Hotel Beijing 

Thanksgiving Buffet Feast
A buffet of lavish proportions will be at your fingertips (or is that your fork tips?) Free flow house wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks will keep the party well satiated. RMB 528 (family) RMB 298 (person). 6pm. Swissotel Beijing 

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Lunch
Give thanks with an oceanic twist! As well as the traditional stuffed bird at hand for authentic celebrations, savor the flavors of the ocean with a bountiful seafood station, as well as healthy salads galore. RMB 398 + 15 percent. 11.30am. Greenfish

京A x Traitor Zhou’s Thanksgiving
Teaming up with Chef Max Levy, the brains behind Okra 1949 and Traitor Zhou’s, a banquet of epic Thanksgiving proportions is expected to be laid before you and three of your closest companions as you stuff your faces full with turkey and trimmings. RMB 1000, RMB 800 (advance) 7pm. Jing A Taproom 

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Lily’s American Diner
Can you get any more American than imported birds straight from the land of freedom? Dine in at any Lily's location or sort out a delivery of whole roasted turkeys, starting at RMB 99/kg, which will allow you to pick and choose where you want to give thanks this Thanksgiving. RMB 129. 5pm. Lily’s American Diner

Thanksgiving at Chef Too
Having been at the forefront of Thanksgiving celebrations in Beijing by starting the festivities in 1999, expect nothing but the best from Chef Too as they are taking several sittings to accommodate those who are homesick and craving a proper turkey meal. 5pm. Chef Too

Thanksgiving Dinner at Chi
Chi Restaurant are serving up their first Thanksgiving banquet with moist roast turkey and stuffing coming from a recipe that is said to be from Marilyn Monroe. Other divine treats will be on offer including Gewurztraminer-poached foie gras. RMB 298. Chi Restaurant

Thanksgiving at The Filling Station/Green Cap
An all-you-can-eat challenge awaits you at The Filling Station with succulent roast turkey accompanied with garlic mash and not one but three pie flavors to choose from (pumpkin, apple, and pecan). A beautiful red wine from Spain has been chosen to pair with the meal. RMB 188. 6pm. The Filling Station

Thanksgiving at Brasserie 1893
Experience an exquisite Thanksgiving dinner at Brasserie 1893. Tantalize your taste buds with appetizing cold-smoked salmon, tuck into luscious duck ravioli topped with a rich Italian sauce and cheese, and warm your heart with Boston Seafood Chowder or Grilled Pumpkin Soup. RMB 688 + 15 percent. 5.30pm. Brasserie 1893 

Thanksgiving Dinner at The Local
The Local has three menu options for Thanksgiving this year: turkey (RMB 268), roast prime rib of beef (RMB 308) and vegetarian eggplant lasagne. All are served with soup, sides and a slice of pumpkin pie. By reservation only. Diners who pre-pay will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine or a bottle of Queue de Charrue Cherry or Brune beer, and be entered in a lucky draw for a pretty cool prize. 6-8pm. The Local

A Thanksgiving Feast from Eudora Station
Get a group together for a proper family-style Thanksgiving feast from Eudora Station, including smoked turkey salad, whole roast turkey and sides, pumpkin pie and mulled cider. RMB 1180 for eight people. All day. Eudora Station

Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner at Q Mex
Let Q Mex do the cooking this Thanksgiving with a dinner set menu that includes a starter of cheddar corn chowder or rocket salad, and a choice or roast turkey or tenderloin steak for main course, all finished up with a slice of pumpkin tart. RMB 188. 6pm. Q Mex

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Loft Eatalicious
A bit of an Italian twist on the menu here, as should be expected from an Italian restaurant really. Start with Italian cold cuts and a homemade chestnut ravioli, before moving on to the main event: roast turkey. The menu is available all day at all Loft Eatalicious branches around town (Shuangjing, Wangjing and Shunyi). RMB 198. 11am-10.30pm. Loft Eatalicious

Thanksgiving Dinner at THE CUT
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the much-celebrated THE CUT in the Fairmont Beijing Hotel. You can be sure to expect a pretty sumptuous feast from this extravagant steakhouse. RMB 588. 6pm. THE CUT

Thanksgiving Set Dinner at CRU
Spend Thanksgiving night at CRU enjoying a main course of slow cooked turkey breast and leg or grilled wagyu beef striploin. RMB 788. 6pm. CRU Steakhouse

Thanksgiving Dinner at Capital M
There are few better locations in Beijing for an impressive celebration than Capital M. Be welcomed with a cranberry martini or hot spiced apple juice, before sitting down to a feast that includes traditional turkey and trimmings, and pumpkin pie with bourbon cream. RMB 595. 6pm. Capital M

Thanksgiving Get Together
Enjoy a home away from home traditional Thanksgiving feast including the ever delightful roast turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and assorted Thanksgiving drinks. From 7pm you can also sit down and cheer at the big screen as the NFL game kicks off. RMB 165, 135 (advance) 30 percent discount if you bring a friend. 6.30pm. Cafe Alba

Thorsgiving All You Can Eat
Rager Pies and The Other Place have teamed up to provide a feast fit for the gods (aka, you). With excellent pies complimenting a hearty spread of food and beverage you'll want to reserve your space quick before the heavens smite you down for last minute preparations. RMB 268; 228 (advance). 7pm. The Other Place

Thanksgiving Feast at Aria
Tuck into a gorgeous set menu Thanksgiving spread with seared foie gras and mouth-watering slow roasted turkey ballantine, as well as a sneaky early Christmas drink - eggnog. RMB 588+15 percent. 5.30pm. Aria

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Scene a Cafe
A spread of delightful dishes hailing from all corners of the globe will accompany the traditional side of Thanksgiving expectations - roast turkey, honey glazed ham, and juicy prime ribs. RMB 358+15 percent. 5.30pm. Scene a Cafe

Happy Thanksgiving with Spoonful of Sugar Wholesomeness
Vegetarians rejoice! While the traditional bird is, of course, available in their succulent set menu, a wide variety of vege indulgences are also there for you to give thanks with, along with heart warming homemade mulled wine. RMB 138. 11.30am. Spoonful of Sugar

Thanksgiving Day at The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
Order a hefty 7kg bird in advance, or skip the kitchen chaos and go straight to Seasonal Tastes who have on offer the perfect Thanksgiving buffet spread for you and your loved ones. RMB 368+15 percent and up. 5.30pm. Seasonal Tastes

Pinotage Special Thanksgiving Dinner
Come give thanks with a special South African twist! As well as turkey and trimmings, including a healthy salad bar, dine on a special pojiekos, a traditional three legged stew pot. Group bookes of six will celebrate even more as one member will be able to dine for free. RMB 288. 7.30pm. Pinotage

NOV 30
Stress-Free Thanksgiving Sunday Brunch 
If you live near the airport, let Hilton Beijing Capital Airport take the stress out of your Thanksgiving with a sumptuous Thanksgiving-themed Sunday brunch. Enjoy everything from lobster, to whole glazed turkey, to pumpkin cheesecake. RMB 398, children 6-12 years RMB 169. 11.30am. 360 Degrees Casual Dining

Watch this space as more events of thanks roll in.

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