If you’re looking for Thanksgiving dinners in Orlando you’ll find endless options at the theme parks, resorts, and restaurants – plus plenty of great places to stay!
Our luxury Orlando villas are perfectly equipped for hosting Thanksgiving reunions – with multigenerational accommodation, open concept kitchen and dining areas and extensive in-house amenities to keep everyone happy and entertained. Private chef experiences are also available, should you prefer to dine-in during your Thanksgiving getaway.
Whether you’re after a lavish dinner or a casual buffet for the whole family, you’ll find delicious Thanksgiving feasts all across the city. Here’s a look at some of the very best eats in Orlando for Thanksgiving 2024.
Dine with peace of mind thanks to enhanced health and cleanliness protocols at the resorts, restaurants, and hotels. And keep checking back – this page will be updated with information about Thanksgiving as and when information becomes available.
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- Resorts & Hotels with Thanksgiving Buffets
- Thanksgiving at Disneyworld Orlando
- Thanksgiving at Restaurants in Orlando
- Where to Stay for Thanksgiving in Orlando
Resorts & Hotels with Thanksgiving buffets
Rosen Plaza
This Thanksgiving, let the talented chefs at International Drive’s Rosen Plaza take care of the cooking. A favorite among locals and visitors alike, the hotel’s lavish Thanksgiving Day buffet features a cornucopia of delights.
From traditional offerings like roast turkey and pork to an exciting chilled station, pasta station, and desserts, there is something to please every palate. The fun challenge is making a choice from the vast selection of desserts – pumpkin pie, chocolate cake, ice cream with all the toppings – or perhaps a little bit of everything.
Reunion Resort
Located just a few miles from Disney World, Reunion Resort goes all out for Thanksgiving. This year, the resort is hosting dine-in Thanksgiving feasts in 2 on-site restaurants, packed with holiday favorites including turkey with all the fixings.
Thanksgiving-To-Go menu at Reunion Resort
Guests at Reunion Resort have the option of ordering Thanksgiving meals to-go. Is there a better way to do Thanksgiving dinner than having the whole ready for you? All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy a delicious meal because everything is done for you. The menu is extensive, with Thanksgiving favorites such as oven-roasted turkey, stuffing, dinner rolls, and pecan pie. You can also customize your Thanksgiving food delivery, with extras such as additional bottles of wine or extra sides. To order your Thanksgiving-to-go meal, once you’ve booked your Reunion Resort vacation home, register here.
Four Seasons Resort
Orlando’s Four Seasons Resort is a fantastic decision for Thanksgiving 2024.
For a casual dining experience, enjoy the Thanksgiving buffet is at Ravello restaurant. This vast feast features not only a carving station with turkey, pork loin, and prime rib but also a variety of other food stations. There was also a Mediterranean station, a hot side counter, and an action station for DIY mac & cheese. Little ones will enjoy the extensive kids’ buffet. The dessert section is also packed with choices, including Thanksgiving classics like pumpkin pie.
Alternatively, guests could go high-end at Capa, the resort’s stylish steakhouse. In addition to the regular a la carte menu, Capa’s Thanksgiving dinner included turkey with gravy, along with sides of truffle and rosemary stuffing, green beans with almonds, and house-made cranberry sauce.
Encore Resort at Reunion
Put your feet up with a Thanksgiving buffet delivery at Encore Resort at Reunion. Delivered straight to your villa, fresh and ready to enjoy, dinners include roasted turkey, Hawaiian stuffing, garlic parmesan mash, seasonal veg, onion gravy, cranberry sauce, and apple pie. Delivery is available for all guests staying at Encore Resort.
In-resort deliveries will also take place, so stay tuned!
Hard Rock Hotel, Universal Studios
One of Universal Studios’ most iconic venues is hosting a Thanksgiving meal to remember. We hope you’ve saved some room, because the Hard Rock Hotel’s Kitchen hosts a Thanksgiving Day meal with all the trimmings.
Thanksgiving menus at Disney World
Raglan Road
This lively Disney Springs venue offers good fun along with fine Irish food every day of the year. For Thanksgiving 2024, head on down for a twist on tradition with options like slow-roasted baby back ribs, chicken pie, pork hash, and a selection of tasty salads and sides. You can wash it down with specialty libations such as the Dublin Donkey cocktail, or imported draughts like Guinness Irish Stout.
Wine Bar George
This two-level wine bar serves delicious food and wine meant for sharing. Snack on small plates, feast family-style, or hang out over late-night bites. To accompany the food, there’s also a choice of over 140 wines available by the glass, bottle, or ounce. For Thanksgiving, Wine Bar George will serve its regular menu along with a traditional Thanksgiving plate of turkey and all the fixings. If you just fancy some pumpkin pie, you can grab a slice to eat in or take out.
California Grill
Savor fine Californian fare at this award-winning restaurant in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Located on the 15th floor this fine-dining venue offers spectacular views over the Floridian woodland and Cinderella’s Castle, with the resort lagoon shimmering below. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day dining with a selection of more than 300 hand-picked wines, with experts on hand to recommend pairing suggestions.
Hollywood and Vine
Enjoy character dining for all the family at Disney’s Hollywood and Vine diner. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Thanksgiving Day the venue will serve a series of buffets including Mickey waffles, pastries, pasta, salads, fish, and carved meats. Please note Disney characters join diners for breakfast and lunch only.
Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room
This family-friendly British pub will serve a Thanksgiving feast with lively evening entertainment. Treat your taste buds to all the turkey you can eat, in a delightful waterfront setting. As well as great food, you can also choose from a large selection of British beers, ciders, wines, and spirits. While you dine, enjoy prime views of Disney’s famed Illuminations fireworks.
An array of Disney World restaurants offer dining options on Thanksgiving Day. They’re very popular, so book early to guarantee your table. For more Thanksgiving inspiration for your Orlando vacation, take a look at our guide to Thanksgiving in Orlando.
Thanksgiving dinner at restaurants in Orlando
Seasons 52
For Thanksgiving 2024, guests can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to enjoy at home with Seasons 52’s ‘Thanksgiving Green Boxes’. Thanksgiving dinner boxes are available for pick up. They contain favorite Thanksgiving treats including turkey with all the trimmings. You pick up your Thanksgiving dinner to go, and then store it in the fridge for reheating on the day itself. Each box serves 4-6 people. You can make your reservation online.
STK
Eat, drink and give thanks in an uber-cool setting at STK this Thanksgiving. The STK menu consists of juicy steaks with signature sides like parmesan truffle fries, lobster mac & cheese, and sweet corn pudding. Try the house cocktails too, they’re delicious! DJ music in the evening enhances the holiday vibes.
Where to stay for Thanksgiving in Orlando
If you’re spending Thanksgiving in Orlando you’ll find some fantastic places to stay at great prices. Many Orlando vacation homes are located in top resorts with water parks, golf courses, kids’ clubs, restaurants, and bars. At places like Reunion Resort and Champions Gate, you’ll have access to fantastic golf courses. At Encore Resort you’ll benefit from free transfers to the theme parks.
What’s more, some resorts are offering Thanksgiving buffets and meal deliveries. You can even book a private chef who can come to your villa and cater to you and your guests!
For more information, check out our guide to awesome Thanksgiving vacation homes.
How to book
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