Manchester Bites | Nov. 18
Looking forward to Thanksgiving with family and friends, but not being stuck in the kitchen all day? Relax and make a reservation at one of these restaurants or order what you need to make getting your turkey on at home a whole lot easier
EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS LIST IS FROM 2015
MANCHESTER, NH – Looking forward to Thanksgiving with family and friends, but not being stuck in the kitchen all day? Relax and make a reservation at one of these restaurants or order what you need to make getting your turkey on at home a whole lot easier. Because of limited seating, every restaurant either strongly recommends or requires a reservation. Note: Prices listed do not include beverages, tax, or gratuity, and it is best to verify the menu and pricing when you make your reservation.
PLEASE BE SEATED
Alpine Grove in Hollis is serving a traditional turkey dinner buffet with all the sides, plus Virgina ham, baked mac & cheese and fish chowder. Adults are $22, kids 12 and under are $10, and little ones under 4 are free. Reservations are required for the three seatings. Details and menu here.
The Bedford Village Inn is taking reservations for Thanksgiving. The prix fixe, four course menu priced at $65 per adult, children 10 and under $29.95 and includes a traditional turkey dinner, but also, beef tenderloin, prosciutto wrapped pheasant, sea scallops and a slow roasted pork loin.
Belmont Hall is taking reservations for its all-you-can -eat Thanksgiving buffet. Three seatings, $14.99 per person. Call 603-625-8540 for reservations.
The Coach Stop, 176 Mammoth Rd., Londonderry, is now taking Thanksgiving dinner reservations. Seatings are at Noon, 2:30 p.m., and 5 p.m. Call 603-437-2022 for details.
The Common Man restaurants in Windham and Concord are hosting Thanksgiving buffets from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. The menu will include fresh baked breads, soups, salad, hearty entrees and desserts. Reservations strongly recommended. Adults are $26.95 per person, and children age 12 and under, $12.95.
The Derryfield Restaurant is taking reservations for a traditional turkey dinner with a variety of pricing options. Family-style, complete with leftovers you can take home, is $25.95 per person, minimum of four for dinner. Or order a turkey dinner plate, $22.95 adults, $20.95 seniors and $17.95 children under 12.
Fratello’s is taking reservations for their Thanksgiving buffet. Two seatings, the buffet includes a carving station with turkey and prime rib, and entrees like crab stuffed salmon and veggie lasagna. The buffet is priced at $29.95 for adults, $14.95 children 4-12 and children under 3 are free.
The Granite Restaurant at the Centennial Inn in Concord is offering a buffet with traditional Thanksgiving dishes, priced at $29.95 for adults, $26.95 for seniors, children under 12 are $16.95 and children under 4 are free. There will be two seatings and reservations are required. Call 603- 227-9000 ext. 602
Thanksgiving reservations are now being accepted at The Homestead Restaurant, Merrimack. There will be a prix-fixe menu $27 per person with your choice of entrée. In addition to the traditional turkey dinner, there are eight options, including veal Oscar, prime rib and seafood fettuccine. There is also a children’s menu priced at $15.
Prefer to wing it and not make a reservation? Red Arrow Diner offers a turkey dinner with stuffing and cranberry sauce served 24 hours for $10.99.
The Red Blazer in Concord is serving a buffet from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The buffet includes traditional turkey and sides, plus stuffed pork loin, baked, stuffed shrimp and a vegetable ravioli dish. Priced at $26.99 for adults, $15.99 for children ages 4-10 and children under 3 eat for free. Details here.
TeK-Nique in Bedford is taking reservations for its three course menu; including a choice of appetizer, entrée, dessert and family-style, traditional Thanksgiving dinner, served from 12 p.m.- 5 p.m. Priced at $52.00 per person .
The Yard has begun taking reservations for a traditional Thanksgiving buffet that includes roast beef and baked ham or you can opt for a plated meal of prime rib, haddock, or turkey. Details are here.
ORDER DINNER TO-GO
Want Thanksgiving at home without the hassle of cooking? Alpine Grove is offering three feasts-to-go this year. For $149.99 you will get a 22 lb turkey with all of the traditional sides and dessert. They are also offering prime-rib-to go for $249.99 and Virgina ham-to-go for $149.99.
Angela’s Pasta & Cheese is now taking orders for sides and desserts. This year’s menu includes whipped maple sweet potatoes, roasted carrots and parsnips, apple and chestnut bread stuffing and pork pie. Orders must be placed by November 21, in the store or over the phone, do not e-mail or fax.
The Black Forest is taking orders for side dishes and desserts. The Thanksgiving menu includes focaccia and sausage stuffing, roasted Brussel sprouts, curried butternut squash soup and butternut lasagna. Desserts include pies, cake and shortbread cookies, and includes drunken pumpkin mousse cake, pear cranberry walnut crostata and a gluten free chocolate cream pie. Orders must be placed by November 22, details here.
The Common Man is offering Thanksgiving-To-Go. This traditional turkey dinner with sides is priced at $17.99 per person. Orders must be placed by November 20, at the location where you plan to pick up your dinner.
Kay’s Bakery, 443 Lake Ave., is accepting orders for savory pies and desserts through November 21. Call 603-625-1132
Michelle’s Gourmet Pastries is accepting orders for Thanksgiving desserts. In addition to their regular menu, look for a Parisian satin torte (flourless), authentic Key lime pie and raspberry Linzer torte.
Moe Joe’s is offering meals-to-go this Thanksgiving. Each meal includes a fully cooked turkey, plus all the sides, priced at $39.95 for two people, $69.95 for four people and $89.95 for six people. Pre-order is required, details here. Also, Moe Joe’s offers a selection of pies, like pecan, Boston creme and apple. Call 603-668-0131 to order.
Order your Queen City Cupcakes by November 23 for Thanksgiving. There’s a dozen options to choose from, including pumpkin maple, apple pie, and chocolate salted caramel. Details here.
Red Arrow Diner now offers online ordering for their more than 30 pies and cakes. Order 48 hours ahead and pick up at any of their three locations.
Waterworks Café is helping you stay out of the kitchen by offering a selection of sides and desserts. The menu, which is available on their Facebook page, includes pumpkin bisque, cornbread and andouille stuffing, gravy, pecan pie and deep dish apple pie. Orders must be placed by November 23.
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