A Grateful Dine-Out

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Editor's Corner

Thanksgiving is all about setting a table overflowing with food surrounded by those you appreciate and love. But as fun (or scary) as it sounds, roasting a turkey or baking a pumpkin pie can be overwhelming, at best. If your goal is to enjoy the holidays without the stress of turning your kitchen upside down, check out these hot South Florida restaurants opening their doors on Thanksgiving for dine-in or takeout orders.

Cote Miami

Located in Miami's Design District, this Michelin-starred eatery is the combination of a Korean barbecue and American steakhouse. This Thanksgiving, Cote offers its best beef cuts cooked right at your table plus savory accompaniments like Japchae (Korean noodles), Egg Soufflé, Galbi-jjim (Korean braised short ribs), Sticky Rice Stuffing and more. Pair the feast with wine — Cote has a comprehensive list to offer.

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Habitat

Located inside 1 Hotel in South Miami Beach, Habitat offers a variety of options like Seasonal Soup, Risotto Station, Raw Bar and Ceviche and a Cold Station featuring dishes like tuna poke and truffle lavender vinaigrette heirloom beans. There’s also an assortment of desserts from the Pastry Shop for those with a sweet tooth. If you plan to spend the holidays at home, place your order by Nov. 19 for pickup on Nov. 24 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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Swan

Don’t be too surprised if you run into celebrities at this Design District hotspot. Owned by renowned restaurateur David Grutman and Pharrell Williams, Swan offers a special holiday menu that includes timeless favorites like Pumpkin Soup, Roasted Turkey, Potato Puree, Pecan Pie and more. À la carte dishes like Snapper Ceviche and Lobster Cavatelli are available as well.

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Strawberry Moon 

Nestled in the heartbeat of Miami Beach, this all-day Mediterranean restaurant inside The Goodtime Hotel opens its doors to those seeking tasty and diverse mezze selections. This Thanksgiving, enjoy a three-course holiday menu of Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Fall Endive and Apple Salad and Herb Roasted Heritage Turkey Breast. Also included: Mac and Cheese, Yukon Gold Potato Puree and Fuji Apple Cobbler for dessert.

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Ambersweet

Inspired by mid-century design, Ambersweet provides the perfect setting for a festive evening with family and friends. Housed within the Confidante Hotel, Executive Chef Dania Ortez serves a turkey dinner that includes an amuse-bouche and a selection of salads, entrees and desserts.

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Le Zoo

Located inside luxurious Bal Harbour Shops, this popular French brasserie celebrates one of America’s favorite holidays with a family-friendly Thanksgiving dinner. The menu includes Butternut Squash Soup, Roast Turkey with classic stuffing, cranberry sauce, potato purée and roasted brussels sprouts and Pumpkin Pie and Apple Pie à la Mode for dessert. Dinner will also be available for pre-order and pickup before the holiday.

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Amara at Paraiso

Whether you're sitting inside or on the terrace, the view of Biscayne Bay in this “paraiso” is second to none. Helmed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Schwartz, Turkey Day options include Butternut Squash Salad, Joyce Farms Turkey, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Pumpkin Spice Flan, Apple Pie Tartlette and more.

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Tanuki

Featuring traditional Japanese and Chinese cuisine, this long-time favorite is offering a unique take on Thanksgiving with the Turkey Mazemen Ramen with Stuffing Spring Rolls and Corn Bread Kasutera. Of course, diners can enjoy their regular signature dishes, sushi rolls and dim sum.

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Tropical Smokehouse

If you want to enjoy the Thanksgiving dinner from the comfort of your home but don't have time to cook, Tropical Smokehouse is offering Thanksgiving menu items (for six to eight servings) ready to heat at home. Enjoy Whole Smoked Amish Turkey, Smoked Heritage Ham, Cornbread Stuffing, Brussel Sprouts, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy and Butternut Squash Pie ­­­— all the wonderful holiday flavor with none of the fuss!

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The Key Club

Considered one of Miami’s Best New Restaurant by The Miami Herald, this classical American bar and grill in the heart of Coconut Grove will be celebrating Thanksgiving in style. Enjoy Butternut Squash Soup, Tortellini with Black Truffle Butter, Whole Roasted Turkey, along with green beans and mac and cheese sides. Finish on a thankful note with pumpkin and chocolate pecan pie.

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Lona Cocina & Tequileria

Give thanks with a Mexican twist at this Fort Lauderdale beachfront restaurant. This year, Lona Cocina & Tequileria offers a special dish created by Chef Jorge Gutierrez: Gracias Guajolote, consisting of the traditional slow-cooked turkey with potato puree and green beans. The restaurant’s full menu will also be available with popular dishes like Roasted Chicken Quesadillas and Baja Fish Tacos.

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Timpano Las Olas

This newly revamped staple located on Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas Boulevard, offers a preset menu of Tuscan Turkey Tortellini Soup, Roasted Delicata Squash, Roasted Turkey and Apple Crumb Tart for dessert. Surrounded by peacocks (not real, but on exotic wallpapers) rich in emerald and gold hyes, you can toast with family and friends with a wide range of different whiskeys, wines and cocktails. À la carte dishes such as Filet Mignon, Whole Branzino and house made pasta are also available.

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