5 Great Spots For Dining Out On Thanksgiving

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Thursday, November 21, 2013

Ann & Michael Martini, GoLocalProv Food Editors

We had to ask GoLocal weather god John Ghiorse to give us some cold air to make it feel like the holidays, because it doesn't feel like they should be upon us! Thanksgiving is only a week away. If you can't stand the thought of cooking, check out these 5 spots for a delicious Thanksgiving meal...

5 Great Spots For Dining Out On Thanksgiving 2013

The Capital Grille, Providence

Steak for Thanksgiving? Heck, we'd take a Capital Grill steak any day, any where, any time. This Thanksgiving the Providence institution will be open, and will feature their daily menu of dry-aged steaks and other delights. And YES, they'll have all of the traditional Thanksgiving specials you'd expect, too. The wine list is another reason to pick the Capital Grille as it will feature something to accent the seasonal food on the plate.

1 Union Station

(401) 521-5600

http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/

The Shelter Harbor Inn, Westerly

One of our favorite holiday spots in Rhode Island is the Shelter Harbor Inn. Located in the southwest corner of our little state, you can find good food and drink here 365 days a year. On special occasions, it becomes a warm and inviting place to spend the day or evening. This year they feature a four-course menu that begins with soup or chowder. That is followed by a salad with a cranberry/champagne vinaigrette and your choice of four entrees. Finish up with a choice of four desserts highlighted by Indian pudding a la mode.

10 Wagner Rd.

(401) 322-8883

http://www.shelterharborinn.com/

Faial Restaurant, Smithfield

For a classic, old-school feeling holiday, check out Faial Restaurant. This Portuguese/American classic has been feeding the hungry masses in Smithfield for years now. They feature a menu of local seafood classics and Portuguese cuisine inspired by family recipes. On Thanksgiving, they will be featuring a menu that includes prime rib, surf and turf, lobsters, filet mignon and of course, the full turkey dinner. You can still get all of their famous seafood dishes that day too as the whole menu will be offered.

970 Douglas Pike

(401) 231-1100

http://www.faialrestaurant.com/

The Chapel Grille, Cranston

If you are looking for a beautiful location paired with delicious food, leave it to the capable folks running the Chapel Grille. Located in an historic chapel that dates to 1891, the restaurant features soaring vaulted ceilings and lots of exposed rock walls. It also features impeccable cuisine by the culinary team led by Chef Tim Kelly. Their Thanksgiving menu features both traditional Thanksgiving classics and the Chapel Grille's own tasty Italian food. We are intrigued by the Berkshire pork chop with sweet potato flan and braised collard greens.

3000 Chapel View Blvd

(401) 944-4900

http://www.chapelgrilleri.com/

Aspire Seasonal Kitchen, Providence

The restaurant located in the Hotel Providence if offering a delicious-sounding Thanksgiving buffet. We love that we can immediately help ourselves to seconds! Beginning with the parsnip, chestnut and soup and culminating with a choice of six desserts, this menu has it all. The entrée choices feature turkey, chicken, cod, and bone-in ham. The pecan and sweet potato pie seems like a sweet finish...no pun intended!

311 Westminster St.

(401) 521-3333

http://www.aspirerestaurant.com/