Beijing’s Gobble Guide Pt.2: Thanksgiving Feasts (Including a Vegan Option)

Thanksgiving is two weeks away (falling on Nov 28 this year) and there are plenty of spots around the capital where you can grab your Thanksgiving feast. We already took a gander at some of the offerings in our Gobble Guide Part One and now we’re back with even more! This time around we’ve got everything from a vegan option to South Asian-style turkey or even an Indian Thanksgiving buffet. Now, let’s dive on in!

Festive Offerings from EAST Beijing

EAST Beijing has a few different offerings this year such as their usual Turkey To Go Set (RMB 1,188) which includes a whole roasted turkey, Chestnut Apricot Stuffing, Chipolata Sausages, Roasted Brussels Sprout, Butter Carrots, Roasted Herbs Mini Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Red Wine Sage Gravy and Pumpkin Pie. 

They’re also doing a festive Crab Brunch (RMB 398 at the restaurant, RMB 358 through the mini program) during November and December and, to keep the little ones occupied while you stuff your face, they’ve got Pinecone Turkey Little Chef Classes (RMB 248) every weekend in November too. You can read the full details here.

Turkey To Go
Date: Now-Dec 28
Location: Feast (pick up)
Price: RMB 1,188
Orders: 010 8414 9898 (need to book 48 hours in advance)

Crab Themed Brunch
Date: 11.30am-3pm, Sat & Sun Nov-Dec
Location: Feast
Price: RMB 398 at the restaurant, RMB 358 through the mini program
Reservations: 010 8414 9898

Pinecone Turkey Little Chef Class
Date: Noon-2pm, every weekend in November
Location: Domain
Price: RMB 248
Reservations: 010 8414 9898

Vegan Thanksgiving and More Meals at Arrow Factory

There is good news for vegans or vegetarians this Thanksgiving: Arrow Factory is doing Vegan Thanksgiving Dinners that feature an Aubergine, Lentil and Mushroom Duxelles Wellington with vegan sides and Apple Pie with Vegan Custard for Dessert. They’re also doing Turkey Thanksgiving Meals and both this and the vegan meals are running from Nov 25-30, include a drink and are RMB 298 per person. As well as dine-in meals they’ve got Turkeys To Go which need to be ordered 48 hours in advance and you’ll need to contact them for prices and more details, for more details on all their Thanksgiving options see the posters above and below. 

Turkey and Vegan Thanksgiving Meals
Date: Nov 11-25
Location: Arrow Factory
Price: RMB 298
Reservations: 010 8532 5335

Turkey To Go
Date: Nov 25 - Dec 25
Location: Arrow Factory
Price: Contact them for more details
Orders: 010 8532 5335 (need to book 48 hours in advance)

Thanksgiving Turkey Takeout Package From Empark Prime Hotel Beijing

If you’re looking for a Thanksgiving meal with a bit of a twist then Empark’s South Asian-Style Turkey (RMB 1,199) is a great choice. Their set includes premium turkey meat, a vibrant assortment of side dishes and three secret sauces: Thai Style Yellow Curry Sauce, Cranberry Coconut Milk Sauce and Sambal Sauce. 

Date: Nov 15-  Jan 31
Location: Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
Price: RMB 1,199
Orders: 010 6513 6666 ext. 6718 (need to book 24 hours in advance)

Thanksgiving Feast at Circle Urban

Chef Michael, who has previously worked at Four Corners and Side Street, is now cooking up a storm at Circle Urban and they’ll be doing two Thanksgiving offerings at their Sanyuanqiao branch. They’ve got a Sharing Set Menu (RMB 1,688, serves six to eight people) and Individual Plates (RMB 188), both of which feature Roasted Butter and Herb Turkey served with Green Beans Almondine, Mac and Cheese, Sausage Herb Bread Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gravy and Creamed Brussel Sprouts with Pumpkin Pie for dessert. The sharing set also comes with a complimentary bottle of red and white wine to sip on while you feast! 

Date: Nov 28, 7pm
Location: Circle Urban Sanyuanqiao 
Price: Sharing Set Menu RMB 1,688 (serves six to eight people); Individual Plates (RMB 188)
Reservations: Scan the QR code in the poster above (reservations close Nov 25)

Roast Turkey from DELI NYC

US Sandwich shop DELI NYC will be doing turkey for delivery (RMB 1,180). They include a Whole Roasted Turkey, Gravy, Mushroom Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce and need to be ordered in advance by Nov 15. They also have a few additional sides and desserts available: Broccoli & Cauliflower (RMB 130), Buttered Corn Plate (RMB 150), Mashed Potatoes (RMB 150), Apple Pie (RMB 180) and Pumpkin Pie (RMB 180).

Date: Order by Nov 15
Location: DELI NYC
Price: RMB 1,180
Orders: 186 1832 9091

Slow Roasted Turkey from Hilton Beijing

Hilton Beijing is doing a Slow Roasted Turkey package with two options: Whole (early bird RMB 988, normal price RMB 1,288) and Half (early bird RMB 588, normal price RMB 988). Along with the turkey you also get Blackened Mushroom Mini Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Kale with Bacon and Roasted Herbs, Vegetables, Focaccia and Cranberry Sauce. 

Date: Nov 19-Dec 31
Location: Hilton Beijing
Price: Whole (early bird RMB 988, normal price RMB 1,288) and Half (early bird RMB 588, normal price RMB 988)
Orders: 010 5865 5000 ext. 5030 (need to book 48 hours in advance)

Thanksgiving Meals at The Local

US eatery and bar The Local have gone all out for Thanksgiving this year with loads of different options to choose from. First up, they’ve got individual Roast Turkey Dinners (RMB 338/adult, RMB 118/child) available Nov 28-30 from 6pm until 8pm. Then they’ve also got a few Thanksgiving Feasts: Turkey (serves 10-12 people, RMB 2,880), Turkey Lite (serves six people, RMB 1,880), Beef Rib Roast (serves six people, RMB 1,880) and Roast Chicken (serves four people RMB 788) which can be booked from now until Dec 2. You can read the full details here.

Roast Turkey Dinner
Date: Nov 28-30, 6pm-8pm
Location: The Local
Price: RMB 338/adult, RMB 118/child
Reservations: Add WeChat ID: localkenn

Thanksgiving Feasts
Date: Now-Dec 2
Location: The Local
Price: Turkey RMB 2,880, Turkey Lite RMB  1,880, Beef Rib Roast RMB 1,880 and Roast Chicken RMB 788
Reservations: Add WeChat ID: localkenn

Thanksgiving Meal by Chef Simone Thompson at Side Street

Ahead of her departure from Beijing, Chef Simone Thompson will be doing a Thanksgiving Turkey Set for Two (RMB 398/per set) at Side Street Jianguomen on Nov 28 from 6.30pm until 9.30pm. The sets include: Roast Turkey and Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Pork Stuffing Balls, Mashed Potatoes, Bread Salad, Bacon Brussels Sprouts, Mac N Cheese, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie Crumble Bites and Whipped Cream. You can read the full details here.

Date: Nov 28, 6.30pm-9.30pm
Location: Side Street Jianguomen
Price: RMB 398 (for two people)
Reservations: Scan the QR code in the poster above

Thanksgiving Roast Dinner at The Factory

The Factory will be doing a three course Thanksgiving Roast Dinner (RMB 178) on Nov 23 from 2pm until 9pm. The starter is a Red Pepper & Lentil Soup, then the main is Stuffed Roasted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter served with Roasted Mixed Potatoes, Homemade Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Roasted Chestnuts and Mixed Vegetables and for dessert they’ve got Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream. All meals also come with a complimentary glass of Mulled Wine. 

Date: Nov 23, 2pm-9pm
Location: The Factory
Price: RMB 178
Reservations: Scan the QR code in the poster above

Thanksgiving Weekend Dinner at Dastaan

For those really looking for a different Thanksgiving experience, Dastaan is putting on an Indian Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet (RMB 178/adult, RMB 78/child, aged 5-12) on Nov 29 from 6pm until 10pm. On the menu they’ve got themed dishes like Festive Masala Pockets, Cumin-Crusted Thanksgiving Chops, Kerala Spice Turkey Masala and Pumpkin Chai Pudding, you can see the full menu below. 

Date: Nov 29, 6pm-10pm
Location: Dastaan 
Price: RMB 178/adult, RMB 78/child, aged 5-12
Reservations: 137 1844 0102/150 0135 8663

Thanksgiving Offerings from Eudora Station

Eudora Station has got a variety of Thanksgiving options this year. Firstly, there’s the Thanksgiving Day Family Dinner (serves four to six people, RMB 938) where you get a salad, soup, your choice of either Roast Whole Turkey or Pineapple Glazed Ham plus sides for the main, a dessert and either a glass of Gluhwein or Mulled Cider. 

For individuals or smaller groups they have the Thanksgiving Day Chef's Special Menu which you can order as a set (four courses) for RMB 198 or the dishes can be ordered individually. Lastly, they've got Thanksgiving Delivery with a Whole Roasted Turkey Package (RMB 988/six to eight people; RMB 1,280/eight to ten people). You can read the full details here.

Thanksgiving Day Family Dinner
Date: Any, just need to book two days in advance
Location: Eudora Station
Price: RMB 938
Reservations: 010 6437 8331

Thanksgiving Day Chef's Special Menu
Date: Any, just need to book two days in advance
Location: Eudora Station
Price: RMB 198/set
Reservations: 010 6437 8331

Whole Roasted Turkey Delivery
Date: Any, just need to book two days in advance
Location: Eudora Station
Price: RMB 988/six to eight people; RMB 1,280/eight to ten people
Orders: 010 6437 8331; 195 3192 2017

READ: Beijing’s Gobble Guide: Top Spots for Thanksgiving Feasts, Pt.1

Images: Canva, courtesy of the venues