6 Places to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Paris

This American holiday, celebrated every fourth Thursday of November around a roasted turkey, already feels familiar thanks to all the TV shows we grew up with. Thanksgiving arrives in Paris on November 27, and a true feast awaits in these top restaurants across the city. Time to dig in!

For a chic and elegant Thanksgiving, head straight to the stunning 17th-century townhouse housing Ralph’s, and settle in by the fireplace, tartan cushions, and grand portraits. The service is impeccable, with a team dressed head-to-toe in Ralph Lauren. Every detail is curated to perfection: silverware, white-cloth tables, and custom Ralph’s china for a Thanksgiving worthy of Gossip Girl.

On the menu : Start with hot cider or Veuve Clicquot Champagne before choosing between a seasonal butternut squash velouté with maple and cinnamon or a refreshing Waldorf salad with endive, Granny Smith apple, blue cheese and pecans.
hen comes the star of the day: roasted turkey stuffed with pork sausage and sage, served with chestnuts, homemade cornbread and cranberry butter. Sides include maple-roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon, creamy mashed potatoes or spaghetti squash with sage.
For dessert, three classics : apple pie with vanilla ice cream, bourbon pecan pie with whisky caramel, or the iconic pumpkin pie.

Ralph’s, 173 boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris 6e. 01 89 20 23 50. Set menu on Thursday, November 27: €220 lunch / €270 dinner. Online booking.

The Drugstore goes all out for Thanksgiving, the ultimate gourmet rendezvous for Americans in Paris. On Thursday, November 27, this iconic address on the world's most famous avenue serves a menu crafted by triple-Michelin-starred chef and Meilleur Ouvrier de France Eric Frechon.

On the menu : Crispy corn tempura with tandoori spices to start, followed by pumpkin gnocchi with lemon and sage, smoked trout roe, Parmesan and crunchy panko.
The main event ? Farm-raised turkey, of course, served with Brussels sprout salad, pan-seared apple and a cranberry jus. For the grand finale : the iconic Drugstore banana cream pie, a dangerously addictive banger.

Le Drugstore, 133 avenue des Champs Elysées, Paris 8e. 01 44 43 77 64. Set menu Thursday, November 27: €89.

You may already be following handsome chef Martin Simolka on Instagram. This German-born talent trained in some of the world’s most prestigious palaces and Michelin-starred restaurants (Pavillon Ledoyen, Shangri-La, Peninsula, George V) before taking the helm at Rivages, the restaurant of the ultra-chic Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra. This year, Rivages invites Parisians, expats, and US enthusiasts to a unique dinner celebrating Thanksgiving. To elevate the evening even further, a live band will perform iconic American songs, creating a warm, intimate, and unmistakably festive atmosphere in the heart of Paris.

On the menu : a creamy pumpkin velouté, an autumn vegetable salad with saffron vinaigrette, or corn madeleines to kick off this special Thanksgiving feast. Then comes the star of the evening: classic stuffed turkey with cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, and green beans. And for the finale : traditional pumpkin pie and pecan pie.

Rivages au Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra, 1 rue Scribe, Paris 9th. 01 44 71 24 24. November 27 from 7 p.m. Set menu: €95. Reservation required.

For a 100% American Thanksgiving, head to Cocoricains at 5 pm sharp – just like tradition dictates – to enjoy the founders Chris Geraghty and Grégoire Pouletty’s favorite meal. In this movie-worthy setting inspired by Massachusetts college bars, you’ll enjoy an authentic menu surrounded by vintage posters and a pub-style counter. A real trip across the Atlantic.

On the menu : Virginia Peanut Soup with turkey broth kicks things off before the queen of the evening arrives: turkey with homemade stuffing and gravy, sweet-potato mash with maple syrup, roasted Brussels sprouts and cornbread. For dessert, a tough choice: pecan pie or its pumpkin crème-brûlée twist. Bonus : Vegetarians aren’t left out, both starter and main come in a veggie version, featuring roasted corn “ribs” and a Thanksgiving Pumpkin Stew. A generous, home-cooked feast that feels like celebrating Thanksgiving in a true American home.

Cocoricains, 6 rue Saint-Marc, Paris 2e. 09 74 64 13 69. Thanksgiving services from Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 November. Full menu €39. Online booking.

What if Thanksgiving were the perfect excuse to fully disconnect from the Parisian frenzy ? Les Maisons de Campagne are hosting their Friendsgiving at La Maison du Val, just 1h30 from the city : the ideal setting to celebrate the American holiday while enjoying a well-deserved breath of fresh air.

On the menu : On Saturday night, the big wooden table is dressed with plates filled with 100% US-style comfort food. Choose from corn soup with popcorn, chestnut and roasted squash salad or parsnip pie with maple syrup. The traditional stuffed turkey with cranberry sauce takes center stage, accompanied by sweet-potato purée, squash gratin and grilled corn — to be eaten with your fingers, naturally. Desserts include pumpkin pie, cinnamon turnover and maple rice pudding. And because happiness is taken seriously here, the weekend continues with cozy afternoon snacks crafted with gluten-free bakery Copains — enjoyed under a warm blanket, with the sounds of the countryside in the background.

Week-end Friendsgiving at la Maison du Val, Rte Forestière des Brancas, Saint-Germain-en-Laye. From November 29 to 30. Dinner on November 29 from €70 per adult. Room rates from €389 for 24 hours for 2 people.

Nestled between Opéra Garnier and Madeleine, the Kimpton brings new life to the former Samaritaine de Luxe — an Art Nouveau gem reimagined by star designer Charles Zana. And when this ultra-trendy San Francisco–born hotel celebrates Thanksgiving in Paris, it never goes unnoticed… especially under the direction of chef Nicolas Pastot.

On the menu : To start, a silky parsnip velouté with blue poppy seeds, paired with a radicchio and chervil salad. Then, the holiday’s hero: traditional turkey stuffed with mushrooms, chestnuts and spinach, served with a rich jus, cranberry compote to share, and sweet-potato gratin topped with marshmallows. To finish, a comforting crumble of apples, quince and cranberries — or, for chocoholics, a brownie with hazelnuts, pecans and caramel.

Kimpton St Honoré Paris, 27 - 29 boulevard des Capucines, Paris 2e. 01 80 40 76 20. Set menu Thursday, November 27: €75.

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