We save “thank you” for the important moments, but it really fits the simple ones too: plates being shared, warm, soulful food making its way around the table, and people gathering just to enjoy each other’s company. Gratitude, if you pay attention, often sounds like the simplest things. Like the clink of cutlery, chairs sliding softly across the floor, glasses chiming, and conversations that wander late into the night.
Perhaps that’s why Thanksgiving, a festival born far from Indian shores, now feels surprisingly at home here. It’s no longer just about pilgrim tales or inherited customs. The heart of Thanksgiving resonates here because it’s about what feels universal – gathering over food and valuing connection.
This year, restaurants across the country are embracing that spirit with enthusiasm, shaping menus that weave Thanksgiving classics with flavours closer to home. Turkeys marinated in local spices, winter vegetables roasted to smoky sweetness, pies touched with Indian warmth — tables set for lingering.
Here are the standout Thanksgiving feasts across India worth sitting down for.
The Claridges ( New Delhi )
Thanksgiving at The Claridges New Delhi steps out into the lush Claridges Gardens, turning the celebration into something far more indulgent than the usual indoor affair. This is a brunch for those who enjoy beautifully crafted food — and the luxury of time. Chefs will bring reimagined classics to life at live stations, glasses will remain generously full, and music will drift softly in the background as conversations unfold at their own leisurely pace. Expect global flavours with a polished touch and artisanal desserts that look as exquisite as they taste. It’s Thanksgiving, yes— but with that unmistakable Claridges elegance.
When: November 30 | 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Where: The Claridges Gardens, The Claridges New Delhi
The Westin Pune Koregaon Park
The Westin Pune Koregaon Park is serving a Thanksgiving buffet that delves into tradition with its signature roasted turkey glazed just right and carved with a bit of ceremony to add to the celebrations. The dessert counter closes the evening on a sweet note with a mix of pies and seasonal treats to satiate your post meal sweet tooth cravings.
When: November 27
Where: The Westin Pune Koregaon Park, Pune
ITC Grand Central ( Mumbai )
Expect a refined take on beloved Thanksgiving staples: golden mac and cheese, herb-brushed roast chicken, traditional roasted turkey, and a silky cheesecake that closes the night with just the right amount of decadence. Executive Chef Anshul Dhyani draws deeply from memory — especially the mac and cheese he grew up preparing for family gatherings, a sentiment that shapes the menu this year. “Thanksgiving, to me, is a celebration of warmth and gratitude. While curating this menu, I wanted every dish to evoke comfort flavours that feel familiar yet refined. The Mac and Cheese reminds me of my early kitchen memories, where its creamy richness symbolised joy and togetherness. The roasted turkey and chicken reflect the heart of the season tradition, generosity, and a table meant to be shared.”
When: November 27 | 7:30 PM – 11:45 PM
Where: Hornby’s Pavilion, ITC Grand Central, Mumbai
MKT At The Chanakya
MKT at The Chanakya seems to have borrowed the warmth of Thanksgiving and turned it into its first ever festive spread. You’ll find classics like chicken ala kiev and lobster thermidor sitting alongside a mellow merlot-poached pear for a rich spread. Thanksgiving wouldn’t feel complete without turkey so guests can expect a dinner that’s generous enough to feed about 14 to 15 people, perfectly capturing the spirit of sharing. Their desserts go all out too. Baked alaska layered with sponge vanilla meringue and strawberry ice cream then a spiced pumpkin cake that tastes like the start of winter. A new cocktail menu brings hot toddies and mulled wine into the mix so the whole evening feels slow, warm and wonderfully indulgent.
When: Till 27 November
Where: MKT, The Chanakya Mall, Delhi
Comida, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa
Comida offers a Thanksgiving moment that feels pretty hands-on since you can watch your roast turkey being carved right at the live station and then relish it while it’s still steaming. Fresh salads line the counter from spinach with creamy mushroom-tomato to beetroot carpaccio with feta or even a chicken hawaiian salad and a seafood-pasta mix with a light Polynesian touch.
If you’re in the mood for Middle Eastern flavours then stack your plate with pita lavache and four vibrant dips. They’ve also added global dishes like black-pepper exotic vegetables Balinese stir-fried fish and a comforting Moroccan lamb tagine so you can wander the world without leaving your table.
When: November 28
Where: Comida, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa, Panaji
Milagro ( Mumbai )
Milagro is offering a Thanksgiving dinner curated by Head Chef Jose Manuel Borrallo Sanchez to kickstart the festivities. This year’s spread blends familiar holiday favourites with deeper classic flavours. The roast turkey brushed with herb butter stands out though the pumpkin risotto beetroot wellington and baked brie follow close behind. To wrap things up they’re serving pumpkin pie and a pecan tart and the whole meal feels intimate and celebratory almost like gathering around a Thanksgiving table at home.
When: November 27
Where: Milagro, Prabhadevi, Mumbai
Seven Seas Hotel ( Delhi )
The Seven Seas Thanksgiving Buffet is built around a simple, generous idea: bring people together over good food. It respects the spirit of an American Thanksgiving while showcasing the hotel’s flair for global flavours.
The spread moves from holiday favourites like roasted turkey with cranberry sauce, spiced pumpkin soup, sweet pumpkin pie, truffle mashed potatoes, sautéed brussels sprouts to dishes with a little more flourish like lamb wellington, sugared courgette-wrapped chicken with jus, pumpkin ravioli in saffron sauce, mutton rogan josh, murgh makhani, and pad thai. A feast meant to be enjoyed slowly.
When: November 27
Where: Seventh Sense, Seven Seas Hotel, Delhi
Raiya ( Delhi)
Raiya, Delhi’s contemporary dining gem by Prriyam Chauhhan, is offering a thoughtfully designed Thanksgiving menu that blends festive classics like roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin soup with Raiya’s signature Indian sensibilities marrying seasonal produce with traditional Thanksgiving dishes.
When: November 27
Where: Raiya ( Delhi )
