Southwesterners still seeking a traditional Thanksgiving dinner or a more modern culinary twist in their autumnal gathering need look no further than some of Arizona’s most treasured resorts. Whether it’s amidst the red rocks of Sedona, the heart of Downtown Phoenix — or one of the many picturesque desert-scape destinations throughout the Grand Canyon state — there are plenty of places for family and friends to celebrate and luxuriate for Thanksgiving in Arizona.
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Thanksgiving in Arizona, hosted by top hotels and resorts
Amangiri
The luxury resort’s special itinerary on Thanksgiving combines American customs, daily adventures in the great outdoors and evenings spent fireside indulging in the finest local cuisine. Activities include sunrise gratitude meditation and a sound bowl experience; morning and afternoon mountain hikes, champagne and caviar; Native American hoop dancing; cocktail hour at Camp Sarika and a Thanksgiving feast and live musical performances.
Learn more: Amangiri.com
Andaz
Weft & Warp
Andaz Scottsdale offers two dining options for Thanksgiving in two distinct areas of the resort for families looking for a venue to celebrate. Weft & Warp has multiple options for dish selections and family-style traditional sides.
Learn more: Book here for the dinner at Weft & Warp and here for the dinner in the Herb Garden and email the reservation specialist, April Ferber at april.ferber@andaz.com.
Enchantment Resort & Mii amo
Che Ah Chi
Enchantment Resort and Mii amo curated a Thanksgiving prix fixe dinner at Che Ah Chi, open exclusively to guests with reservations. Guests are invited to the Thanksgiving Gathering Circle in the Crystal Grotto to share personal reflections and meditate on gratitude. Festivities include a Turkey Trot guided run on Thanksgiving morning and a high-energy Turkey Burner fitness class the following day (both benefiting the Verde Valley Sanctuary).
Learn more: Click here for dining information
Hotel Valley Ho
ZuZu
The festive ZuZu Thanksgiving dinner includes a chef-attended starter buffet, entrées ranging from apple-brined turkey with all the fixings to pan-seared scallops and roasted pork shank, and sweets including pumpkin pie and cranberry cheesecake.
- Nov. 28
- 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- $77 and $98 per person (depending on the entrée selected), and children 12 and under can enjoy a kids menu for $25
- Reservations are required and can be made online or at 480-421-7997
For those seeking a chef-prepared family meal to go, the package includes an organic whole turkey, whipped potatoes, giblet gravy, sweet potato gratin, stuffing, butternut squash soup, brussels sprouts and bacon hash, cranberry chutney and dinner rolls. Choose a whole-turkey package that serves eight to 10 people ($349 for seasoned/uncooked turkey, $399 for fully cooked turkey), or a half-turkey package that serves four to six people ($249, with fully cooked turkey). Whole pies are also available and feed eight to 10 people. Choose traditional pumpkin pie with maple whipped cream or pecan and dark chocolate pie ($30 each).
Learn more: Orders can be placed at 480-421-7712, no later than 5 p.m. on Nov. 22 (prices do not include tax or gratuity). Order by Nov. 16 and get complimentary wine and special pricing. Meals can be picked up from the hotel valet area on Nov. 27 between 12- 6 p.m. (uncooked turkey meals only) or on Thanksgiving Day between 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (both uncooked and cooked turkey meals).
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Rita’s Cantina & Bar or Lincoln Steakhouse & Bar
Rita’s Cantina & Bar and Lincoln Steakhouse & Bar are hosting Thanksgiving Day brunch and dinner. Culinary highlights include multiple carving stations, a raw seafood bar, a caviar station and traditional brunch favorites. Guests will also enjoy live music, face painting, caricature artists and professional photos throughout the day.
Rita’s Cantina & Bar Thanksgiving Brunch
- Nov. 28
- 11 a.m. – 4 p.m
- Guests can indulge in bottomless mimosas, multiple carving stations, fresh seafood and traditional breakfast/brunch items. Menu: here
Rita’s Cantina & Bar Thanksgiving Dinner
- Nov. 28
- 5 – 10 p.m.
- Celebrate Thanksgiving with a choice of dining options at Rita’s Cantina. Savor a turkey dinner special, a prime rib special or select from the classic Rita’s Cantina menu.
Lincoln Steakhouse & Bar Thanksgiving Dinner
- Nov. 28
- 4 – 9 p.m
- Join Lincoln Steakhouse for a Thanksgiving feast. Choose between the turkey dinner special or the traditional Lincoln dinner menu.
Learn more: Marriott.com
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Tía Carmen and Kembara
Family and friends can gather and give thanks this holiday season at the resort’s signature restaurants, Tía Carmen and Kembara, helmed by celebrity chef and “Top Chef” alum Angelo Sosa. The Grand Thanksgiving Brunch menu highlights traditional harvest favorites plus a bountiful tour through the unique dishes of Tía Carmen and Kembara.
- Nov. 28
- 11 a.m. – 4 p.m
- $169 per adult / $49 per child (ages 5-12)
Learn more: Reservations can be made here
L’Auberge de Sedona
Cress on Oak Creek
Guests can indulge in a tasting menu with a curated six-course meal combining tradition with refined culinary artistry, all delivered with thoughtful service in a stunning setting.
- Nov. 28
- 1 – 8 p.m.
Learn more: lauberge.com
Mountain Shadows
Hearth ‘61
The Hearth ‘61 prix fixe menu options include meatballs with chickpea ragu, shaved Brussels Caesar and fall squash soup starters. The classic dinner comes with all the trimmings featuring local turkey from Two Wash Ranch, or a choice of other entrées including Tenderloin of Beef with blue cheese fondue and Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon with sweet potato gnocchi. Dessert options are pumpkin pie, butterscotch pecan pie or chocolate mousse cake.
- Nov. 28
- 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- $149 per person or $35 for children 12 and under (plus tax and gratuity)
For those who prefer to dine at home, individually portioned dinners are also available to-go. Each includes slow-roasted turkey, chorizo cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, country gravy, orange cranberry relish, buttered green beans and Parker House rolls. To-go meals are $59 per person, or $32 for children 12 and under. A whole butterscotch pecan pie ($38) or a pumpkin pie with orange Chantilly cream are available for $29. To-go prices already include tax and gratuity. Orders can be placed through 5 p.m. on Nov. 26. Orders are picked up curbside or at the Hearth ’61 Bar between 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Learn more: mountainshadows.com for dine-in reservations and to-go orders.
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is supersizing fall with a Thanksgiving Eve Celebration. Guests can indulge in a night filled with gourmet small bites, signature cocktails and live DJ sets. Family, friends and loved ones are all invited to gather in this festive setting and celebrate the season in style. View the menu.
- Nov. 27 & 28
- 6 p.m. – 12 a.m.
- Starting at $50 per guest
Learn more: Indoor VIP, outdoor VIP tables and general admission can be reserved here. And for general information: omnihotels.com/hotels/scottsdale-montelucia
Rancho de los Caballeros
Rancho de los Caballeros is hosting Gobble Till You Gallop, with a four-night stay at Rancho de los Caballeros for a long weekend away. With all-inclusive stays starting at $655, guests can enjoy a holiday lunch buffet, morning horseback riding, archery, saloon entertainment, labyrinth meditation and more.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa
T. Cook’s
The Thanksgiving Banquet Buffet curated by Executive Chef Lee Hillson features an array of breakfast favorites and holiday classics in a stunning ballroom setting, with mouthwatering buffet displays ranging from a carving station with Honey Glazed Ham and Roasted Turkey to a Waffle & French Toast Bar – complete with an expansive dessert and pie station. Each ticket includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, mimosa or cider.
- Nov. 28
- 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- 175+ per adult, $75+ for children ages 6-12 and complimentary for children 5 and under
Learn more: Prepaid reservations can be made online. The buffet is priced at $. For more information visit Royal Palms’ website.
T. Cook’s Prix-Fixe Thanksgiving Dinner
The three-course, prix-fixe menu features an elevated take on classic, fall-inspired dishes like Pumpkin Ravioli with sage brown butter, Turkey with confit garlic mashed potatoes, Short Rib Bourguignon with pomme puree, Pumpkin Cheesecake and more. Each ticket includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine.
- Nov. 28
- 1 – 8 p.m.
- Prepaid reservations can be made online. The buffet is priced at $175+ per adult, $75+ for children ages 6-12 and complimentary for children 5 and under. For more information visit Royal Palms’ website.
Sanctuary
Elements
Open to locals and resort guests this year, Sanctuary is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving Day in their signature restaurant, elements, for families to celebrate the holiday with traditional dinner, cocktails and live music. The multi-course menu created by Executive Chef Gregory James, features turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetable, gravy, cranberries and pumpkin pie, with live music and festive cocktails at Jade Bar.
- Nov. 28
- 12 – 9 p.m.
- $170 per person and $55 for children
Learn more: gurneysresorts.com or book a dinner reservation here.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Carcara
Carcara celebrates the local Phoenix community, ushering in a Sonoran-inspired menu filled with locally sourced ingredients. The three-course prix fixe menu includes smokey sweet potato soup with maple candied pepitas and micro parsley, apple cider roasted turkey, toasted marshmallow yams, green bean casserole with crispy shallots, Yukon smashed potatoes, sage and rosemary turkey gravy, pumpkin cheesecake and more.
- Nov. 28 from
- 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- $65 per adult / $25 per child
Learn more: Reservations can be made here.
The Global Ambassador
This year, The Global Ambassador is hosting two Thanksgiving options.
Le Âme
Highlights from the Thanksgiving Prix Fixe Menu include 7 oz. Filet Au Poivre with peppercorn sauce and frites; Truffle Roasted Turkey with brioche stuffing, butter whipped potato, truffle turkey jus, cranberry Grand-Marnier sauce and Maple Pumpkin Crème Brûlée with mascarpone Chantilly and fig.
- Nov. 28
- 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- $150++ per person.
Learn more: globalambassadorhotel.com
Théa
Two seatings are available:
- Nov. 28
- 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Menu features a luxurious cold-station buffet experience; main entrees like the Butternut Squash Ravioli and Herb Roasted Turkey and decadent desserts.
- 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Menu features mezze to share, housemade dips served with pita, flavorful salads and sushi, a range of indulgent desserts, and main entrees like Apple Cider Glazed Ham and Grilled Greek-Style Lamb Chops.
Learn more: globalambassadorhotel.com
The Phoenician
J&G Steakhouse
The Phoenician’s J&G Steakhouse is serving an extravagant brunch buffet this Thanksgiving, complete with a chef’s attended carving station, chilled seafood and raw bar, hand-rolled sushi and sashimi, decadent breakfast and brunch items, artisanal pastries and sweets, and much more. In addition to the brunch, J&G Steakhouse will be open for a three-course, prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner feast, as well as extending the restaurant’s dinner menu, featuring sophisticated steakhouse fare.
Brunch
- Nov. 28
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- $175++ for adults and $90++ for children ages 3 to 12
Dinner
- Nov. 28
- 5:30 – 9 p.m.
- $72++ per person
The Phoenician Tavern
The Phoenician Tavern will be serving a decadent dinner buffet showcasing a variety of traditional holiday fare, including a chef’s carving station with roasted turkey breast and herb-crusted prime rib.
- Nov. 28
- 4 – 8 p.m
- $87++ for adults and $45++ for kids ages 3 to 12.
Learn more: hephoenician.com/events/thanksgiving-at-the-phoenician
The Scottsdale Resort & Spa
La Fogata Thanksgiving Brunch
For a more traditional Thanksgiving meal, La Fogata provides a bottomless brunch featuring classic holiday dishes like roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie.
- Nov. 28
- 10 – 11:30 a.m.
- Cost: $89 per adult, $49 for children ages 5-12 and free for kids 4 and under (cost is inclusive of tax and gratuity)
Learn more: Reservations encouraged: To book, visit OpenTable.
The Westin La Paloma
The Westin Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson serves Thanksgiving classics like Yukon Garlic Mashed Potatoes and a turkey carving station, or less traditional Thanksgiving dishes like bolognese, day boat scallops and shrimp ceviche.
- Nov. 28
- 12 – 5 p.m.
- $129/per person and $64 for children 10 years old and under
Learn more: Click here for dining information
The Wigwam
The Wigwam’s Thanksgiving Buffet features classic favorites like turkey, honey ham and autumn salads.
- November 23
- 11 a.m. -3 p.m.
- Wigwam Ballroom
- $95 per adult | $30 per child (ages 4-12) |Complimentary for ages 3 and under
Learn more: wigwamarizona.com