Dining Out Options on Thanksgiving

The Norman Rockwell vision of Thanksgiving at home might not be for everyone, which is why a good number of Boston restaurants offer special holiday menus for those looking to dine out for the day. Here’s a look at some of the options for leaving the cooking to someone else:

The Beehive: The South End eatery and bar features a traditional, a la carte menu with some twists (mushroom brioche stuffing, anyone?) Live music will be on tap throughout the day.

Bread and Company Bistro: This Somervile establishment offers a $24.95 all-you-can-eat buffet beginning at noon.

Davio’s: One of Boston’s premier steak houses offers a $35 Thanksgiving plate including oven-roasted Vermont free-range organic turkey, challah bread herbed stuffing, and a dessert menu.

Eastern Standard: The swanky, Kenmore Square hangout will have a prix-fixe menu for $50 per person, including – but not limited to – choices of oysters, lobster Newburg, and pumpkin chiffon pie.

L’Espalier: From 1:30-8 p.m., this popular Back Bay locale will offer an $85 prix-fixe menu with plenty of options.

Rialto: The Cambridge restaurant, regarded as one of the area’s finest Italian hotspots, offers a four-course prix-fixe menu with traditional Thanksgiving fare for $70.

Sandrine’s: This inviting French restaurant in Harvard Square offers a Thanksgiving menu from 1-8 p.m.

Sel de la Terre: Both the Back Bay and Waterfront locations will have a prix-fixe, $58 menu for the holiday. Takeout is also available.

Top of the Hub: The $58 menu will be accompanied by live jazz entertainment.

Turner Fisheries: The Back Bay seafood spot will feature a menu with a complete raw bar, dinner buffet, and dessert buffet for $65 per person.

Vlora Mediterranean Restaurant and Wine Bar: A three-course prix-fixe menu including apple butternut squash soup or Greek salad, roast turkey or salmon, and apple crisp or pumpkin pie.

Reservations are encouraged for all Thanksgiving dining options. To make one, as well as see other holiday specials offered in Greater Boston, visit www.opentable.com.