These restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving 2025 in the Kansas City area
From all-you-can-eat buffets to international specialties, you can find a delicious meal away from home in the Kansas City area on Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Day is Thursday, Nov. 27, and restaurants are preparing all over the area, from Lee’s Summit to Overland Park, Gladstone to the Plaza.
You’ll find a scrumptious meal no matter what you’re looking for: fine dining takes on turkey and pumpkin pie, classic buffets with all the fixings, or global flavors from Japan, Brazil, Vietnam and Italy.
In addition to local eateries, some chain restaurants will also be open on Thanksgiving, like Cracker Barrel, Denny’s and Waffle House. Hours vary by location, so call ahead to make sure your favorite spot is open.
Kansas City
Affäre
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a German twist in the Crossroads with Affäre’s two prix fixe menus.
- Hours: noon to 7 p.m.
- Price: traditional Thanksgiving dinner $56 per person, four-course meal $80 per person
- Make a reservation at Affäre online or by calling 816-298-6182.
Chaz on the Plaza
Located in the Raphael Hotel just south of Brush Creek, Chaz on the Plaza will serve four courses of classic holiday dishes.
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. for Thanksgiving menu, 8:30 to 10 p.m. for limited á la carte items
- Price: $60 per person for Thanksgiving menu
- Make a reservation for Chaz on the Plaza online or by calling 816-802-2152.
Lazia
This Italian restaurant at the Crossroads Hotel will serve a three-course Thanksgiving meals for two, with turkey tortellini and steak.
- Hours: 5 to 9:30 p.m.
- Price: $150 for a meal for two
- Make a reservation for Lazia online.
Fogo de Chão
As the Plaza lights are illuminated, load up on Brazilian meat at Fogo de Chão.
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Price: $64 for an all-you-can-eat meal for adults
- Book a Fogo de Chão reservation online or by calling 816-931-7700.
Kona Grill
On the north side of Brush Creek, Kona Grill will cook up seasonal dishes like pumpkin mocha martini and pumpkin lobster and mushroom ravioli.
- Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Book a Kona Grill reservation online or by calling 816-931-5888.
The Northland
Broken Rice
Located in Gladstone, Broken Rice serves Vietnamese favorites like banh mi and pho.
- Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Phone: 816-800-5367
- Reservations not required.
Em Chamas Brazilian Grill
Enjoy a festive meal of all-you-can-eat Brazilian meat plus Thanksgiving specialties at Em Chamas Brazilian Grill in the Northland.
- Hours: Noon to 6 p.m.
- Price: $65 for adults, $10-$25 for children
- Make a reservation for Em Chamas online or by calling 816-505-7100.
Piropos
A known date night of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, Piropos is an Argentine restaurant located in Briarcliff Village. Turkey and prime rib will be on the menu, alongside its usual South American-inspired dishes.
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Price: $75 and under for a prix fixe three-course menu with two specials
- Make a Piropos reservation online or by calling 816-741-3600.
Three Owls at The Elms Hotel and Spa
Overnight guests and locals alike can enjoy a Thanksgiving buffet at the Three Owls restaurant inside The Elms, a historic Excelsior Springs hotel.
- Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Price: $60 for adults, cheaper for seniors and children
- Book a reservation to Three Owls online or by calling 816-630-5500.
Kansas side
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Diners can cook meat at a grill on their table at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Overland Park.
- Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Make your Gyu-Kaku reservation online or by calling 913-681-9788.
McGregor’s Butcher Bistro
McGregor’s Butcher Bistro, an Overland Park steakhouse, will cook up traditional Thanksgiving dishes..
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Book your McGregor’s reservation online or by calling 913-766-0100.
Missouri side
Ophelia’s Restaurant and Inn
Taste more than 20 dishes at the Ophelia’s Thanksgiving buffet, located on the historic Independence Square.
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Make a reservation by calling 816-461-4525.
Roots. Seasonal Cuisine
Roots in Lee’s Summit will serve a three-course menu on Thanksgiving, including fried deviled eggs and caramel apple cake
- Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Price: $45 for adults
- Book a Roots reservation online or by calling 816-205-4746, $10 deposit required to hold your holiday table.
Multiple locations
Garozzo’s
Garozzo’s will serve its regular Italian menu, alongside Thanksgiving specialties, at its two locations in Overland Park and Kansas City’s Columbus Park neighborhood.
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Price: $39.99 for a Thanksgiving dinner
- Book a Garozzo’s reservation online or by calling the Overland Park location at 913-491-8300 or the Kansas City one at 816-221-2455.
Third Street Social
With locations in Lee’s Summit, South Plaza and the Northland, Third Street Social will serve a variety of Thanksgiving-specific items, like roast turkey and prime rib.
- Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Make a reservation at Third Street Social online.
Do you know another local restaurant welcoming diners on Thanksgiving? Email enash@kcstar.com.
This story was originally published November 13, 2025 at 5:00 AM.
