Thanksgiving is just a few days out, but there’s still time to place some catering orders. Plus, a few restaurants in Jersey City will be open on Thanksgiving Day for dinner and/or cocktails. Here’s our pick of where to eat on Thanksgiving Day in Jersey City.
Thanksgiving Day (open for dinner/takeout)
- Amiya: Waterfront restaurant Amiya will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Reservations are highly recommended for dinner. (101 Hudson Street; more info)
- Bistro La Source: Paulus Hook restaurant Bistro La Source will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 1pm till 9pm for sit-down, takeout, and delivery. The last seating is at 7pm. (85 Morris; more info)
- Franklin Social: Looking for some post-dinner cocktails? Holiday pop-up Miracle on Mercer will be open for cocktails and snacks on Thanksgiving Day as well as Black Friday. Plus, digital gift cards valued $25 or more are now 15% off. (292 Barrow; more info)
- Harry’s Daughter: From trurkey breast to a cranberry sorrel chutney, Caribbean gastropub Harry’s Daughter will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 12pm till 10pm. (339 Communipaw Avenue; more info)
- Frankie: Celebrate an early Thanksgiving at Frankie. The neighborhood eatery is taking reservations for Wednesday night dinner. (264 Grove Street; more info)
- Pinwheel Garden: Get your orders in fast! Pinwheel Garden is offering small batch a la carte Thanksgiving Day plates. You must place your order by 12pm on Tuesday, November 24. (318 Communipaw Avenue; more info)
- Satis Bistro: The Paulus Hook restaurant is offering both dine-in and take-out Thanksgiving Day dinners. The 3-course prix fixe dinner costs $45/pp. The deadline to order is November 25. (212 Washington Street; more info)
- Alex Sazon: Newly opened Dominican restaurant Alex Sazon is still taking pre-orders for pernil or turkey. (749 Bergen Avenue; more info)
- Liberty Prime Steakhouse: The restaurant is offering a 3-course prix fixe menu for customers who want to dine in. (An a la carte menu is also available). Dinner options include a traditional roasted herb turkey with various side dishes and appetizers. (111 Montgomery; more info)
- Liberty House: Head to Liberty House for a Thanksgiving dinner with a view. The 3-course prix fixe dinner ($62 for adults, $30 for children) includes options like Guinness-glazed chicken lollipops, glazed country ham, and a traditional turkey dinner. Seatings are available from 1pm to 7pm. (76 Audrey Zapp Road; more info)
Last-minute shopping
- Riverview Wine: The natural wine shop will be open from 10am to 3:30pm on Thanksgiving Day. They will also be open regular hours on Black Friday. Online ordering is preferred and delivery is free. (43 Bowers; more info)
- Van Hook Cheese: From pies to cheese and meats, Van Hook Cheese will take online orders up and until Thanksgiving Day. Just remember, it’s first come/first served. They’re open 9am till 1pm on Thanksgiving Day. (528 Jersey Avenue; more info)
- Our Breads: Artisan bakery Our Breads has stopped taking Thanksgiving orders, but will offer some post-Thanksgiving specials via their Instagram. (more info)
- Cangiano’s: The Italian marketplace will be selling weighted portions of food right through Thanksgiving Day. They will offer 1/2 trays (serves 6-8) and full trays (serves 10-12). They close at 1pm on Thanksgiving Day. (225 Pavonia Avenue; more info)
Desserts
- Dulce de Leche Bakery: The Argentine bakery is still taking online orders for pies, crumbles, cakes, and tiramisu. Orders are for pickup only. (376 Central Avenue; more info)
- Choc-o-Pain: French bakery Choc-o-Pain is still accepting orders for Thanksgiving. The menu includes a variety of pies and tarts. Deadline is Tuesday, November 24 at 7pm. (530 Jersey Avenue/330 Palisade Avenue; more info)
- Milk Sugar Love: The organic ice cream shop has a pint sale valid through Wednesday. Get two pints (select flavors) for $18. Only the Hamilton Park location is currently open for take out and delivery. Heights location will reopen on Black Friday. (19 McWilliams Place; more info)
