Portland Thanksgiving Planner 2009
Updated: October 06, 2009
Not everyone enjoys slaving over a lavish holiday spread on Thanksgiving Day. Fortunately if you’re one of those non-cooks, you can make reservations at a number of restaurants and enjoy everything from countrified cuisine to contemporary menus without lifting a finger. Alternatively, consider ordering a turkey and sides from savvy restaurants and local markets. Then, reveal in the afterglow of a meal your friends will think you made yourself.
On this page:Open Restaurants, Takeout Turkeys.
Open Restaurants
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Red Star Tavern & Roast House
Read Reviews503 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97204 (map)
Bar hoppers looking to escape their family pre or post-Thanksgiving Day will seek refuge in this upscale tavern’s Wild Turkey Whiskey Flight. Paired with a burger with all the trimmings, the four whiskey flight goes down smooth and keeps your bar tab under $30 bucks as well.
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The Heathman Restaurant
Read Reviews1001 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205 (map)
Indulging in this handsome hotel dining room’s sumptuous Thanksgiving feast has become a holiday tradition for many locals. Turkey day guests have the privilege of selecting from two menu options, the grande buffet or the prix fixe meal served in the downstairs dining room. What a way to give thanks.
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The Country Cat Dinner House and Bar
Read Reviews7937 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97215 (map)
Montavilla families and orphaned neighbors will fill the booths and barstools at this cozy retro-style dinner house for a 4-course holiday menu on T-Day. Expect all the classics (turkey, potato rolls and pumpkin pie) and a few surprises, too (composed salad and chocolate pecan pie).
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Blue Hour Restaurant
Read Reviews250 NW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)
Urban couples who’ve rejected the idea of cooking a big spread for two will no doubt reserve a two top at this chic Pearl District locale. From 12pm to 9pm, Chef Kenny Giambalvo will dish up elegant appetizers like butternut squash soup, twists on traditional main courses such as a free range turkey served two ways (smoked and confit) and a chocolate pot de crème that steals the show.
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Paley's Place
Read Reviews1204 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)
Well-heeled Northwest neighbors and seasonal eating evangelists will give thanks at the white tablecloth dining room at this coveted corner restaurant. In addition to Chef Paley’s regular, seasonally driven menu, guests can expect Thanksgiving specials like a fennel-roasted pastured turkey served with savory bread pudding, mashed potatoes and cranberry-orange compote. Just remember: Securing a table here requires reservations.
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Wildwood Restaurant and Bar
Read Reviews1221 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)
Wannabe Martha Stewarts can get schooled in Thanksgiving meal preparations (and enjoy a multi-course dinner) at this special, pre-Thanksgiving day event. In attendance: esteemed local cookbook author Diane Morgan. She’ll share tips from her new cookbook “A New Thanksgiving Table” and gift you a copy of her book to study at home.
Takeout Turkeys
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Huber's Restaurant
Read Reviews411 SW Third Ave, Portland, OR 97204 (map)
The turkey served at this venerated downtown den has earned a cult following for decades. Thanksgiving provides the perfect excuse to order a roasted turkey and dinner roll combo to go. Just be sure to leave time to sip on the restaurant’s equally legendary Spanish Coffee before you head home.
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Salty's On The Columbia River
Read Reviews3839 NE Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97211 (map)
Vancouver residents regularly cross the river to attend holiday buffets at this waterfront destination. Thanksgiving brings an opportunity to sample Salty’s food at home with a to-go menu that goes beyond turkey with options of apple honey glazed ham, smoked Gouda macaroni and cheese and seafood chowder.
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Nicky Usa Inc
Write a review223 SE 3RD Ave, Portland, OR 97214 (map)
Dedicated home cooks who want nothing but the best for their Thanksgiving centerpiece order a fresh, European-style, air chilled turkey from this local meat purveyor. If turkey doesn’t suit you, see also: pheasant and game.
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Whole Foods Market
Read Reviews1210 NW Couch St, Portland, OR 97209 (map)
Holiday hosts who are faced with feeding a mixed crowd of omnivores and vegetarians this year will find ample resources at this Pearl District market. For the traditionalists, order a certified organic turkey and for the veggie lovers, tofurkey and some palate-pleasing sides.







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