Best Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2026

Best Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Tampa Bay

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Last updated October 20, 2026

Ocean Hai | Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach

Ocean Hai at Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach Thanksgiving Buffet 2026

Clearwater Beach – Enjoy a grand Thanksgiving meal with family and friends while soaking in beautiful Gulf views at Ocean Hai’s elevated holiday buffet.

On the Menu: A carving station, traditional Thanksgiving favorites and an expansive dessert spread, plus so much more.

Thursday, November 26 | 1 PM – 9 PM

Reservations required (1 PM – 4:30 PM) | Call 727-281-9500 for pricing


Flor Fina | Hotel Haya

Ybor City – Gather around the table for a Thanksgiving Day feast at Flor Fina inside Hotel Haya in historic Ybor City.

On the Menu: Roasted turkey, carved prime rib and herb-crusted salmon with whipped Manchego potatoes, cornbread stuffing and sweet potato mash with toasted marshmallow. Desserts include pumpkin pie, flourless chocolate cheesecake and apple-blackberry cobbler, plus a dedicated kids’ menu.

Thursday, November 26 | 2 PM – 8 PM

Adults: $85 | Children (6–12): $25 | Children 5 and under eat free

Flor Fina at Hotel Haya Tampa Thanksgiving Feast 2026

Yacht StarShip | Thanksgiving Cruises

Yacht StarShip Dining Room Tampa Bay Thanksgiving Cruise 2026

Tampa & Clearwater Beach – Leave the apron at home and celebrate with a two-hour Thanksgiving cruise around Tampa Bay, complete with reserved private tables, a free house bar at sea and DJ entertainment with top-deck access after dinner. Cruises depart from Channelside in downtown Tampa and from the Clearwater Beach Marina.

On the Menu: Slow-roasted turkey with sage pan gravy, brown sugar honey-glazed ham and roasted salmon with honey Dijon cream sauce, with cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, glazed sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, green bean casserole and the chef’s choice of desserts.

Thursday, November 26 | Cruises at 12 PM, 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM

Adults: from $79.95 | Children (2–12): from $49.95 | Children under 2 free | Plus tax, fees & gratuity


HEW Parlor & Chophouse | Fenway Hotel

Dunedin – Step into the warmth of HEW Parlor & Chophouse this Thanksgiving, where tradition meets refinement in a multi-course feast surrounded by family, friends and the timeless charm of the Fenway Hotel.

On the Menu: Creamy camembert whip and a fall harvest panzanella, followed by ancho-rubbed prime rib, smoked rotisserie turkey or lobster ravioli with beurre noisette. Sides include squash casserole, root vegetable pavé, wild mushroom bread pudding and raclette mac with pancetta, with sweet potato and pecan bites, chocolate torte and salted caramel crunch for dessert.

Thursday, November 26 | 11 AM – 6 PM

Adults: $95 | Children (12 and under): $25

HEW Parlor & Chophouse at Fenway Hotel Dunedin Thanksgiving Dinner 2026
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