From Spanish-inspired holiday feasts in Seattle and scenic Columbia River dinner cruises to wine-and-pie pairings in the Tri-Cities and cozy island dining on Whidbey, Washington offers plenty of delicious ways to celebrate Thanksgiving. Whether gathering for an elegant multi-course meal, enjoying a family-friendly feast or bringing home a chef-prepared dinner, these destinations offer memorable ways to celebrate the holiday.
La Loba at 1 Hotel Seattle
Elevate your Thanksgiving with a Spanish twist at La Loba in Seattle, where the restaurant’s “Feast of Gratitude” reimagines holiday classics with bold flavors and creative culinary touches. The festive menu begins with tapas, including a compost cappuccino made with foraged mushroom broth and truffle espuma and chilled prawns al ajillo. For the main course, guests can choose between turkey roulade with Ibérico gravy or mole-braised beef cheek with queso Idiazabal polenta, accompanied by sides such as glazed green beans with Ibérico crumble, garlic mashed potatoes and truffled chorizo stuffing. The meal concludes with candied yam tarte tatin featuring maple sherry candied yams, puff pastry and meringue. Pricing is $140 for adults, and $85 for kids under 11. Find more information here. Images are linked here.
Seattle Southside
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Seattle Southside with a variety of dining options, whether you’re looking for an elevated holiday feast or a relaxed meal with family and friends. Copperleaf is offering a grand buffet set in a cozy, lodge-inspired setting while Crow’s Nest is serving up all your traditional Thanksgiving favorites perfect for the whole family. At 13 Coins in SeaTac, guests can enjoy a special Thanksgiving menu alongside the restaurant’s regular offerings, with traditional turkey dinners also available to take home. Northwest Landing at Doubletree Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport serves Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine in a welcoming hotel setting, while Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops offers an upscale, three-course Thanksgiving dinner featuring holiday favorites as well as a full vegetarian option.
Tri-Cities
The Tri-Cities offers plenty of ways to savor the Thanksgiving season, from scenic river cruises to festive dining and wine pairings. Set sail on the Columbia River with the Thanksgiving Eve Dinner Cruise aboard Water2Wine Cruises for an evening of dining and river views ahead of the holiday. On Thanksgiving Day, A Thankful Feast at Riva Riverside Italian Dining in Richland invites guests to gather over a holiday-inspired menu featuring seasonal flavors and comforting favorites, with seating available from 11am-7pm. For a sweet pre-holiday outing, Barnard Griffin Winery’s Pie & Wine Pairing offers classic holiday pies, including pumpkin, pecan and fruit varieties, paired with reserve wines. Available November 15–21, the experience includes three mini pies and three wine tastings for $25 per person, or $20 for wine club members.
Whidbey and Camano Islands
Whidbey Island offers delicious ways to celebrate Thanksgiving, with several locations serving multi-course meals for the holiday. In Coupeville, The Oystercatcher is hosting a five-course Thanksgiving dinner from 2pm to 8pm, featuring seasonal dishes such as celery root and apple soup with Dungeness crab, Hubbard squash gnocchi with chanterelles, and turkey roulade with chestnut-cornbread stuffing and traditional accompaniments. Dinner is $125 per guest, with an optional $45 wine pairing. Captain Whidbey is offering a three-course menu featuring charred Brussels sprouts, smoked turkey with scalloped potatoes, green bean-mushroom gratin, Penn Cove mussel stuffing, and pecan toffee tart. Dinner is $70 per adult and $20 for kids, reservations can be made by calling the restaurant.
For those celebrating at home, enjoy Thanksgiving with takeout feasts from Blue Heron Kitchen & Bar and The Braeburn and The Barnyard. Blue Heron’s $150 package serves 4–6 and includes turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, rolls, and cranberry sauce. The Braeburn and The Barnyard is offering a scratch-made Thanksgiving dinner for two for $175, featuring traditional favorites with a smokehouse twist. Both meals are available for cold pickup on Wednesday, November 25, with reheating instructions included.
Join The Family Fork of Washington for its fourth annual Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner on Thursday, November 26, at Orlando’s Southern BBQ in Oak Harbor. This free, all-ages community gathering will take place from 12pm-4pm offering a welcoming place for neighbors to come together and enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal, desserts, and refreshments. Founded by Orlando’s Southern BBQ, The Family Fork brings people together through food and community, helping ensure everyone has a place at the table during the holiday season. No tickets or reservations are required. Find more info here.
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Cama Beach Cafe on Camano Island from 12pm-5pm and enjoy a traditional buffet featuring roasted turkey, glazed ham, baked salmon, seasonal sides, and a dessert bar. The buffet is $54 per person and $27 for children ages 4-11. If you prefer to celebrate at home, they are offering Thanksgiving meals to-go that include herb-roasted turkey, classic sides, rolls, and a whole pie. Meals are $95 for 2-3 people or $150 for 4-6 people. Order by November 15 here for pickup by appointment on November 25.
Make it a long Thanksgiving weekend with an overnight or multi-night stay on Whidbey or Camano Islands. From cozy inns and waterfront accommodations to vacation rentals, Island lodging options offer a relaxing home base for enjoying holiday dining, exploring charming island towns, and taking in the region’s scenic beaches and landscapes.