Mountains of creamy mashed potatoes, loads of delicious stuffing and a perfectly cooked juicy turkey – it’s no wonder that Thanksgiving dinner is a favourite meal for many Americans. Thanksgiving at London restaurants can often be hit or miss, and with the abundance of American chains around it’s hard to tell the food that’s good from the food that’s to be avoided at all costs.

Take part in the festivities (but without the stress of cooking and visiting relatives) with these top choices for celebrating Thanksgiving at London restaurants. The holiday falls on 26th November this year, so book your table and save room for pumpkin pie.Tentanzioni
The Italian restaurant Tentazioni at the Royal Garden Hotel is featuring a special Thanksgiving set menu for £36.00. The menu has traditional American fare with an Italian feel making for an unusual Thanksgiving meal. Choices include pumpkin ravioli and roast turkey with cornbread stuffing.Henry J Beans in Chelsea
Henry J Beans is laying on an all-American three course menu for Thanksgiving 2009. For £23.50 you can choose from creamy corn and red pepper chowder or Chicago chicken wings, roast turkey breast or barbecue ribs, and pumpkin pie or Mississippi mud pie for dessert. Thanksgiving at London restaurants has never been more appetising.Texas Embassy Cantina
It’s Thanksgiving at the Texas Embassy Cantina too, where although the menu isn't changing you can enjoy a selection of delicious southern and Mexican flavours amidst a fantastic Thanksgiving atmosphere. Highlights include a blue ribbon barbeque platter, a Bigger than Dallas T-bone steak and pecan pie or good old sizzling apple pie for dessert. Head to the Cantina for a unique Thanksgiving at London restaurants menu that’s a little spicy, but not at all expensive.Bodean's
Bodean’s has locations all across London and they are all serving a family Thanksgiving set menu from £18.95 per person. Expect a selection from clam chowder, smoked turkey breast, and dishes featuring traditional ingredients such pumpkin, ham and apple to get you into the American spirit. The menu is available throughout the day on 26th November.Christophers American Bar and Grill
A classy American place with barely a burger in sight, Christophers American Bar and Grill is serving a three course set menu for £40.00. Some holiday highlights include Missouri roast rump of lamb, roast salmon with apple, Norfolk turkey and pecan and wild rice griddle cake.Babylon at Roof Gardens
Americans and all those with a fondness for live American jazz can enjoy a stylish Thanksgiving themed night at eat at the Babylon restaurant at The Roof Gardens. Enjoy two special Thanksgiving inspired dishes 100 feet above Kensington High Street with seasonal ingredients.Planet Hollywood
The Planet Hollywood Restaurant and Bar at Haymarket is celebrating Thanksgiving with a bespoke three course meal for £18.50 including corn chowder, roast turkey with sage and onion stuffing, brussel sprouts, chesnuts and buttered carrots. The meal is finished off with a dessert of home made pecan pie with rich vanilla ice cream.The Albemarle
A delicious three course Thanksgiving Day menu celebrates the day with roast turkey with creamed sweetcorn and caramelised sweet potato and cranberry sauce at The Albermarle at Brown's Hotel.Fifth Floor
Black bean soup, chicken supreme and chocolate brownie dessert are all on the three course menu at Fifth Floor at Harvey Nichols. Available for £24.95 per person, the menu is available from 7pm onwards.Chicago Rib Shack
An exclusive Thanksgiving experience is available at Chicago Rib Shack, where up to three parties of ten can order a whole turkey with all the trimmings for a huge Thanksgiving Day feast. Call the restaurant to book a table and order your whole bird.All American restaurants
Celebrate in style with traditional dishes from the USA, steak and cocktails at our selection of American restaurants in London guaranteed to bring back the flavour of the USA to ex-pats in the city.Thanksgiving Day events take place on Thursday 26th November 2009 at venues across London.