Thanksgiving is for spending time with family, friends and enjoying delicious food. This year, forgo the stresses of cooking and cleaning by dining at a local New Jersey restaurant. We looked high and low for the best restaurants in Jersey City and the surrounding New Jersey areas that will be serving delicious dishes on Turkey Day this year. Be sure to make your reservation soon, though – Thanksgiving will be here before you know it!

Fire & Oak

Located within the Westin Newport Hotel, Fire & Oak has a warm atmosphere that’s perfect for a Thanksgiving meal. A spokesperson from the restaurant let us know that  they’re finalizing the special Thanksgiving menu as we type this post, so stay tuned!

Website: www.fireandoak.com

Phone: (201) 610-9610

Address: 479 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310

Hours: 11am – 11pm

The Bernards Inn

Famous for its holiday decorations. The Bernards Inn is offering two different, yet equally special experiences for you and your loved ones on Thanksgiving. You can either enjoy a buffet-style meal in the Ball Room or order from a prix fixe menu in the New Jersey restaurant.

Website: www.bernardsinn.com

Phone: (908) 766-0002

Address: 27 Mine Brook Rd, Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Hours: 5:30 – 10pm

Spirit Cruises

Looking to do something totally different this Thanksgiving? Spirit Cruises has an annual Thanksgiving Day Cruise that’s a fun alternative to a traditional dinner at home, and they dock at Chelsea Piers, which is just a quick PATH ride from New Jersey. While touring the Hudson River you can enjoy holiday favorites, buffet style, for both lunch and dinner.

Website: www.spiritcruises.com

Phone: (866) 483-3866

Address: Pier 62, Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011

Hours: Lunch – Board: 1:30pm; Dinner – Board: 6:30pm

The Brick House

This historic Northern New Jersey restaurant  serves an ala carte Thanksgiving Day special that’s sure to have something for everyone. The cozy environment, high-quality service and delicious food will put you and your family in the holiday spirit!

Website: www.thebrickhousewyckoff.com

Phone: (201) 848-1211

Address: 179 Godwin Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Hours: 12 – 10pm

Blue Morel

Blue Morel Restaurant and Wine Bar in Morristown will prepare you the best Thanksgiving dinner you can find in Northern New Jersey. Not in the mood for turkey?  They’re offering a full menu of non-traditional dishes you can try, too. It doesn't always have to be just turkey!

Website: www.bluemorel.com

Phone: (973) 451-2619

Address: 2 Whippany Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960

Hours: 6:30am – 12am

We’ve got you covered when you’re looking for suggestions for delicious food all year round in Jersey City and surrounding New Jersey areas. Check out our list of new places to eat in Jersey City and stay up to date on all local events in NJ, especially with many holiday activities coming up!