Yes, Thanksgiving is all about bringing loved ones together, but one cannot deny that it’s also the food which everyone looks forward to—don’t worry, London has it all and it’s not all turkey related! This year, four of London’s finest dining spots prepared special Thanksgiving tasting menus, each with a unique character.
Northall at The Corinthia
At Northall at The Corinthia, the celebration will start with a sneak peek of the chef’s expertise, beginning with an amuse-bouche featuring Miso Custard and Roasted Squash Cream with truffle and pumpkin seed crumble, alongside Mushroom & Kombucha with almond cream and black truffle (vegan).
After that, you’ll be served the starters, which include the Ballotine of Loch Duart Salmon, accompanied by nori and fresh herb yoghurt, poached leeks, and N25 caviar, offering a luxurious blend of flavours and textures. Another dish is the Roasted Heritage Beetroot, featuring whipped coconut feta, walnuts, and watercress—earthy and creamy, yet still crunchy.
Onto the king of the feast, you have several options. The Butter Roasted & Herbed Norfolk Bronze Turkey includes a ballotine of leg with sausage stuffing, served with rich roasting jus. For a plant-based option, the Squash, Artichoke & Celeriac en Croûte has an aromatic truffle and mushroom purée alongside a roasted sweet onion jus.
To end the meal, you can choose between two delightful pies. The Pecan and Vanilla Pie is rich and nutty, paired with dark chocolate ice cream for a decadent finish. An autumn star, the Pumpkin Pie comes filled with spiced custard and milk sorbet, a comforting blend of seasonal flavours. For those who prefer to share, there are also marshmallows and mini apple pies.
*The Thanksgiving menu is priced at £95 per person exclusively on November 28.
Chutney Mary
Chutney Mary’s Thanksgiving feast brings together the warmth of the holiday spirit as well as that of the Indian cuisine itself. Your meal will start with a cocktail—choose the Blueberry Cosmopolitan if you prefer something fruity and refreshing, or, alternatively, the Spiced Old Fashioned for an aromatic and spicy kick. If you want to keep it classic, they have Martinis as well.
Onto the starters, the restaurant prepared Crab Balchão Gratinée, a dish inspired by the vibrant flavours of Goa. This gratin combines tender crab with aromatic Goan spices, coming together as a rich, creamy, and hearty dish. Next come the main course options: Kerala Roast Duck, tender and beautifully seasoned with spices, or Jewel of a Lamb Curry – Kundan Kalia, accompanied by tandoor-spiced pumpkin, crispy potatoes, morel pulao, and naan. Inspired by the traditional British sticky toffee pudding, Chutney Mary elevated the classic dessert with the warmth of ginger and the crunch of candied pecans, beautifully complemented by a dollop of Chantilly cream and a luscious brandy sauce.
*This tasting menu is priced at £90 per person, including the cocktail, from November 28 through December 1.
The Colony Grill Room
For a more classic Thanksgiving experience, head to The Colony Grill Room, where transatlantic comfort food and New York-inspired vibes set the scene. Unlike the previous options, they’re offering both lunch and dinner menus.
Lunch begins with a glass of bubbles on arrival, followed by a Spiced Pumpkin Velouté with clementine and smoked ricotta. The main course features Thanksgiving Turkey with traditional garnishes, rounded off by Pecan Pie served with brown butter bourbon ice cream. You can also have tea and coffee after the meal.
*£70 per person | £25 per child (ages 7–12)
The Dinner menu is the same, but with a few more dishes like Kingfish Crudo with sweetcorn, lime, and ginger. And while the turkey remains the star, you’ll also have Baked Brie with cranberry gel and crackers before dessert.
*£90 per person | £40 per child (ages 7–12).
The Colony Grill Room also caters to vegetarians with replacement options like Cured Sand Carrot in place of Kingfish Crudo, and a Thanksgiving Nut Roast instead of Turkey.
*The menu is exclusive for November 28.
Oblix at the Shard
Located in The Shard, Oblix is a refined urban restaurant split into two distinct spaces, offering breathtaking views of London from east to west. For Thanksgiving, they present an exclusive three-course sharing menu, also classic.
Visitors start with a selection of starters to share, including freshly baked sourdough bread with salted butter and leek ash, seared beef carpaccio with mustard dressing, charred salmon with caviar and horseradish, burrata with serrano ham and truffle honey, and a mixed leaf salad with granola, vegetables, and herbs.
The main course features roasted turkey breast topped with black truffle sauce. On the side, it comes alongside chestnuts, Brussels sprouts, charcoal-baked sweet potato, green beans, as well as roasted pumpkin with maple syrup and sage. To finish, you have a delicious caramelised pecan pie paired with bourbon ice cream.
*The menu is priced at £97 per person, with an optional wine pairing available for £68, exclusively for November 28.
To make your booking, visit the sites of Chutney Mary, The Northall, The Colony Grill Room, & Oblix
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All imagery courtesy of Chutney Mary, The Northall, The Colony Grill Room, & Oblix at The Shard.