What’s Happening for Thanksgiving 2025 in Vancouver

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So much happening in the dining scene in Vancouver for Thanksgiving.

Lavantine 

This Thanksgiving, gather around a family-style feast at Lavantine, designed to be shared with up to six guests. The special package features a Mezze Platter with babaganoush, tzatziki, hummus, pita, crudité, and pickles, followed by a generous Lamb Platter including striploin, kebab, chops, and tenderloin, served with saffron pilaf and broccolini with pul biber, walnut, and labneh.

Finish the evening with a Dessert Platter featuring Turkish Delight, Dubai Chocolate, and Cold Baklava, a sweet ending to a festive holiday meal.

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The Victor 

This Thanksgiving, gather with family and friends at The Victor for a celebration full of flavour. From October 11–13, enjoy a chef-crafted three-course dinner featuring dishes like Maple Roasted Chestnut Velouté, Rossdown Farms Free-Range Turkey, Prime Rib of Beef, and Pumpkin Crème Caramel. Elevate your meal with a curated wine pairing for the perfect holiday experience. Dinner: $79 per person | Wine Pairing: $42

For a more indulgent option, join us on Sunday, October 12 for a festive Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet. Start with signature plates such as Avocado Toast, Oscar Eggs Benedict, or Bananas Foster French Toast, then explore a lavish spread of sushi, seafood, charcuterie, a carving station with Prime Rib, Honey Ham, and Rossdown Farms Turkey, and finish at our famous Dessert & Candy Station.

Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts (Blue Hat Bakery-Café)

This Thanksgiving, let the chefs at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts do the cooking for you! The Thanksgiving Feast To-Go is back, packed with all the holiday classics you love, from rosemary & sage brined roasted turkey and turkey leg roulade to creamy buttermilk mashed potatoes, maple-roasted baby carrots, and Brussels sprouts with candied walnuts. The feast is complete with herb stuffing, traditional gravy, orange-whiskey cranberry sauce, and two mini pumpkin pies with Chantilly cream.

Each order serves two and is available for $139. Simply pre-order by Friday, October 11 at 3 p.m. and pick up over Thanksgiving weekend. Quantities are limited, so reserve your feast early and enjoy a stress-free holiday with your loved ones. Order now:

Dahlia

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a festive three-course dinner at Dahlia, featuring seasonal appetizers, classic Thanksgiving turkey, braised short ribs, or salmon Wellington, and finishing with decadent desserts like chocolate hazelnut mousse or mille feuille.

Available October 11 & 12 from 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM, each guest receives a welcome glass of bubbly to start the evening. It’s the perfect way to gather with friends and family, enjoy elevated holiday flavours, and make the season memorable.

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B House

This ThanksgivingB House is opening early from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to serve a special brunch. Enjoy a variety of signature Benny dishes, including the Classic, Seafood, Bangkok, Tokyo, Smoked Salmon, Vegetarian, and Avocado Lover Bennys alongside other beloved lunch favourites.

For a hearty holiday highlight, try The Beast: a generous plate of beef chili, lemongrass chicken, red wine chorizo sausage, chicken pâté, poached egg, daikon slaw, tomato, fresh basil, served with a side of baguette toast. It’s a bold, flavour-packed dish perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving with family and friends.

Desi Indian Lounge

This Thanksgiving weekend, skip the traditional turkey and gather around a table for something truly special at Desi Indian Lounge. Executive Chef Bal Ajagaonkar has crafted a Five-Course Tasting Menu ($45 per person) that celebrates the rich flavors of his homeland while bringing in the warmth and comfort of the season.

From Tandoori Squash Soup and Sago Cassava Tikki, to main-course choices like Malabar Salmon, Paneer & Quinoa Pilaf, Kolhapuri Lamb Bhareli Vangi, or Mushroom Bhareli Vangi, the menu is a feast for the senses. A sweet finish comes with Ukadiche Modak & Cranberry Pudding, a nod to both tradition and the holiday spirit. Pair it with thoughtfully selected wines ($25 per person) and make Thanksgiving dinner an unforgettable culinary journey.

Reservations are available online and this is available on Friday October 10th and Saturday, October 11th.

Loam Bistro

Loam Bistro is serving up seasonal comfort this Thanksgiving with two festive features to enjoy all weekend long.

From Saturday, October 11 through Monday, October 13, join us for our special Morning Turkey Brunch, tender roasted turkey slices with house-made gravy, creamy squash purée, and walnut-cranberry stuffing, served with a crisp frisée salad topped with roasted squash and toasted pumpkin seeds. It’s the perfect start to a cozy holiday morning.

For something sweet, indulge in our Apple Walnut Crumble, featuring slow-baked spiced apples under a golden walnut topping, finished with vanilla cream and a drizzle of salted caramel.

Feature image:  Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts

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