Thanksgiving Planner

Updated: October 06, 2004

Go gourmet this Thanksgiving with these award-winning Twin Cities restaurants, shops and caterers. Maybe this year the only finger you have to lift will be the one you lick.

On this page:Open Restaurants, Takeout Turkey, Catering Options, Gourmet Stores.

Open Restaurants

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Cosmos
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    601 First Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)

    From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. bring the family in for a five-course prixe-fix meal for $45 per adult.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Forepaugh's
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    276 Exchange St S, St Paul, MN 55102 (map)

    Bring your friends and family to this historic mansion this Thanksgiving and enjoy giblet gravy, turkey and ham, pumpkin pie and more.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average St Paul Grill
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    350 Market St, St Paul, MN 55102 (map)

    Choose from several entrees such as prime rib, grilled salmon or the traditional turkey dinner, plus an array of sides.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Lexington Restaurant
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    1096 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105 (map)

    This Thanksgiving, opt for a five-course dinner served from 11am to 8pm. Call ahead for prices and reservations--tables fill up quickly.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Jax Cafe
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    1928 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 (map)

    Serving traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings so you can stay out of the kitchen this holiday season.

  6. 6 3.5 Star Rating: Average McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Minneapolis
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    800 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (map)

    Looking for a Thanksgiving that will leave you more stuffed than the turkey? McCormick and Schmick?s is offering an ?endless? turkey dinner.

Takeout Turkey

  1. 7 Byerly's
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    3777 Park Ctr Blvd Ste A, St Louis Park, MN 55416 (map)

    Get a step-up from the traditional Thanksgiving dinner with a decked-out package from this gourmet grocer. $100; serves eight to 10.

  2. 8 Lunds Food Stores - Plymouth
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    3455 Vicksburg Ln, Plymouth, MN 55447 (map)

    Feed a party of eight to 10 with a traditional meal of turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie.

  3. 9 Kowalski's Markets
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    33 Syndicate St S, St Paul, MN 55105 (map)

    From roasted turkey and rolls to cranberries and pie, this holiday meal is a done deal. Serves 10 to 12 people.

  4. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Whole Foods Market
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    3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416 (map)

    Organic turkey and all the fixin's. Choose between several different prix-fixe meals. Advance orders required.

Catering Options

  1. 11 3 Star Rating: Average Joseph Catering
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    336 Hoover St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413 (map)

    Made-to-order Thanksgiving feast for in-home or corporate parties of 50-plus includes whole or carved turkey and side dishes.

  2. 12 Cater To You
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    801 Sibley Memorial Hwy Ste A, West St Paul, MN 55118 (map)

    Call ahead and order your turkey, sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, salad and pie ahead of time for Thanksgiving.

Gourmet Stores

  1. 13 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Surdyk's Liquor Store
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    303 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

    Enhance your Thanksgiving dinner and find a worldly selection of wines and cheeses, plus artisan chocolates and more.

  2. 14 Williams-Sonoma
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    3512 Galleria, Edina, MN 55435 (map)

    Jars of turkey gravy base, pumpkin puree and a turkey brine blend will help make the most delectable Thanksgiving Day ever.

  3. 15 3 Star Rating: Average Turtle Bread Co./Pizza Biga
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    4762 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407 (map)

    Join the holiday crowds picking up handmade breads, made-from-scratch pies, fresh soups, even house-made crackers.

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