Thanksgiving Day 2025 in Florence: where to celebrate Thanksgiving Day
Thursday 27 November celebrates Thanksgiving Day with traditional American dishes
Thanksgiving Day is one of the most cherished holidays in the United States—celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November—and in Canada on the second Monday of October. Its origins date back to 1621, when the Pilgrims in Plymouth, Massachusetts gathered to give thanks for the bountiful harvest. The tradition became a national holiday in 1863, by proclamation of Abraham Lincoln, and over time evolved into a more secular and family-centered celebration.
Today, Thanksgiving is a moment dedicated to gratitude, sharing, and togetherness. In Florence, several restaurants and hotels offer special menus that allow guests to experience an authentic taste of North American tradition.
Where to celebrate Thanksgiving in Florence
Ristorante Accademia
A Florence staple, this event features two evenings dedicated to Thanksgiving Day. The fixed-price menu, set at €50 per person, offers an authentic take on American tradition, with iconic dishes reminiscent of a classic U.S. family table, including pumpkin soup, stuffed turkey, and traditional sides. Guests can choose from three classic desserts—apple strudel, pumpkin pie, or pecan pie—to end the meal in the most authentic way.
Hard Rock Cafe Firenze
The Hard Rock Cafe celebrates Thanksgiving Day with a lively atmosphere and authentic American spirit. From November 27 to 30, the restaurant offers a special holiday menu featuring slow-roasted turkey breast served with all the traditional sides, concluding with the classic pumpkin pie. Guests can enjoy the menu for lunch or dinner inside the iconic Florence venue, or order it for takeaway or catering to bring a true Thanksgiving feast home.
Hard Rock Cafe FirenzeCafé Odeon
Café Odeon celebrates Thanksgiving with a traditional American menu revisited with refined touches. Among the main courses, the roast turkey stuffed with its rich sauce stands out, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes and spiced Brussels sprouts. The meal is rounded off with golden cornbread, coleslaw with lemon vinaigrette and classic cranberry sauce. For dessert, the menu includes iconic pumpkin and apple pies for a sweet and celebratory finish.
Irene – Hotel Savoy
The Irene restaurant offers a sophisticated Thanksgiving experience, inspired by American tradition but interpreted with the contemporary style of the Hotel Savoy. The evening begins with a small tasting of colorful broccoli and stracciatella, followed by pumpkin ravioli with chestnut cream, a first course evoking the warm flavors of autumn. Next comes the roasted stuffed turkey, served with crispy sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and gravy—a main course that captures the essence of Thanksgiving. The meal concludes with a cheesecake accompanied by raspberry ice cream, followed by coffee and small sweet treats. The menu is priced at €85 per person, beverages excluded.
Irene RestaurantHarry’s Bar – Sina Villa Medici
For an elegant Thanksgiving with classic flavors, Harry’s Bar at Sina Villa Medici offers a four-course banquet inspired by American tradition, priced at €65 per person, excluding wine. The menu begins with corn and sweet potato served with butter, followed by a creamy yellow pumpkin soup with sour cream. The main course features stuffed turkey accompanied by chestnut cream, carrots, onions, and cranberry sauce. The meal concludes with an apple tart with vanilla sauce, accompanied by mineral water, coffee, and small pastries.
The Kitchen & The Bar – The Place Firenze
Overlooking Piazza Santa Maria Novella, The Kitchen & The Bar celebrates Thanksgiving Day with a special event on Thursday, November 27. The restaurant at THE PLACE Florence, renowned for its contemporary cuisine and connection to local craftsmanship, offers a menu by chef Asso Migliore that elegantly reinterprets American tradition. The experience begins with seared polenta accompanied by artichoke mousse and crispy rigatino, followed by a Mantuan pumpkin cream with Mugello goat cheese and chestnut chips. The centerpiece is the classic Thanksgiving turkey, presented whole on a platter and served with autumn stuffing, thyme-roasted potatoes, and spicy chicory. The meal concludes with an apple and pumpkin tart with cinnamon ice cream, paired with a glass of Metodo Classico Montellori Pas Dosé. Lunch is served at 12:30 PM for €95 per person (children’s menu €50), while dinner is offered at 8:00 PM for €115 per person (children’s menu €50). Children up to 6 years old dine for free, and a special menu is available for ages 6 to 12 at €45.
The Kitchen & The Bar, The Place FirenzeOsteria della Pagliazza - Hotel Brunelleschi
Chef Rocco De Santis offers a menu inspired by classic Thanksgiving dishes, elegantly reinterpreted within the evocative setting of the Torre della Pagliazza. The dinner centers on iconic flavors of American tradition—from pumpkin to cornbread, complemented by the sweet-and-tart notes of cranberries—and is paired with two signature cocktails created for the occasion: the Pilgrim, featuring the typical flavors of Thanksgiving, and the Tu vò fa l’americano.
Amblé
Amblé celebrates Thanksgiving with a special evening created by chef Matteo Boglione, featuring traditional American dishes reinterpreted with creativity and local ingredients. The menu includes stuffed turkey, classic side dishes, desserts such as New York cheesecake and pumpkin tart, accompanied by wines selected by ViniMigranti. Live music by RadioAmblé with DJ sets by HZHA Dischi Soffici, featuring jazz, blues, and Black Music. Reservations only. Price: €50 (drinks not included).
Melaleuca
Melaleuca celebrates Thanksgiving with a twofold offering: a menu to enjoy on-site (€45 for adults and €20 for children) and a perfect take-away version (€40 for adults and €20 for children) for those who wish to celebrate at home. Traditional dishes such as turkey with gravy and sweet potato crumble are complemented by the house’s famous milk buns with honey, served with organic cranberry sauce. Both options include a welcome glass of prosecco, setting the festive mood from the very start.
