There will always be too many meals to make, too many grocery trips and too many dishes when hosting for the holidays. Come gather at our table this holiday season at Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse in the West End to enjoy a three-course Texas holiday feast. On Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th, 2026, we will be serving an elevated Thanksgiving menu for $75 per person. Kids 12 and under can enjoy our traditional feast for $25. Find us at 702 Ross Avenue and book your table online through our reservation page.
Why Outsource Your Thanksgiving Meal?
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), thaw frozen turkeys in the refrigerator for 24 hours per 4-5 lbs of meat. That means if your bird weighs 15 lbs, you will need 3 days to properly thaw your turkey. When you book your Thanksgiving dinner in Dallas, you don’t have to worry about days of cooking or cleaning up.
There are many meals to cook before you even serve Thanksgiving dinner. You have to make sure your turkey is thawed correctly, then spend time brining, cooking, checking temperatures and preparing all the sides.
By outsourcing your Thanksgiving meal to our chefs, you will have more time to spend with your family. Show up to our cozy dining room and enjoy your meal, then leave when you’re done, with no dirty dishes in sight.
What is on the Thanksgiving Dinner Downtown Dallas Menu?
Our menu will consist of three courses, starting with Texas appetizers, then slow-roasted turkey breast, steaks and wild game. Finish off your meal with pie or cheesecake. We will have family-style sides and festive holiday cocktails to round out your feast. A kids’ feast will also be available for those under 12.
| Course | Menu | Notes |
| Appetizers | Quail and Dressing, Venison Tamale, Smoked Sweet Corn Bisque, Shrimp and Grits, Fall Salad | Vegetarian, Gluten Free |
| Entrees | 48 Hour Brined Turkey Breast, Buffalo Filet Mignon, 44 Farms Prime Ribeye, Smoked Filet Mignon, Hunter’s Harvest, Pecan-Crusted Trout | Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free |
| Desserts | Texas Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Cranberry Sorbet, Family Style Green Bean Casserole, Cranberry Paloma | Kids Price 12 and Under |
Appetizers to Start Your Meal Off With
Choose from our Texas-inspired appetizers to start your meal off right. Our Quail and Dressing consists of quail medallions stuffed with cornbread dressing and topped with a citrus cranberry chutney. You can also try our Venison Tamale, Smoked Sweet Corn Bisque with crispy prosciutto, cotija cheese and cilantro oil or our Shrimp and Grits sautéed on top of cheesy Tabasco grits cakes. If you’re looking for something lighter, try our Fall Salad with mixed greens, pecans, green apple, goat cheese and maple vinaigrette.
Traditional Texas Menu Feast
If you’re craving a more traditional meal, try our turkey breast. We brine our turkey breast for 48 hours and slow-roast it. Top it with turkey gravy and serve it with cornbread dressing, green beans, cranberry chutney and mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes.
Enjoy Steak and Wild Game on Thanksgiving
If you’re not in the mood for turkey, try one of our steaks and wild game options. Order our Buffalo Filet Mignon, 44 Farms Prime Ribeye or Smoked Filet Mignon with a bourbon cream corn coulis. You can also try our Hunter’s Harvest, which includes a venison chop in a wild mushroom cognac sauce and an elk tenderloin with an espresso crust and blackberry port sauce. Or our Pecan Crusted Trout over collard greens and Minnesota wild rice.
Desserts, Sides and Cocktails to Complete Your Meal
Round out your meal with our seasonal desserts. Enjoy our Pumpkin Cheesecake, Cranberry Sorbet or Texas Pecan Pie. Add on family-style sides like our whiskey mashed sweet potatoes topped with candied pecans or our green bean casserole with mushroom cream sauce and fried onions. We will also have festive cocktails available such as our Cranberry Paloma, Apple Cider Old Fashioned and mocktails.
What Makes a Texas Thanksgiving Different?
A Texas Thanksgiving menu differs from other states for many reasons. We include many wild game meats that Texans have enjoyed since the early days of fall in North America. By enjoying meats such as venison, you honor traditions passed down for centuries. We enjoy wild game, and we also have native desserts.
According to the Pilgrim Hall Museum, the Wampanoag brought 5 deer to the first Thanksgiving. By enjoying venison chops and other wild game, you honor the first Thanksgiving more than you would if you cooked store-bought meat.
We have native meats and native desserts. Texas has designated pecan pie as its state pie. Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 12 was signed in 2013 to make this official. By enjoying native ingredients on your plate, you can enjoy Texas history. Check out our history page to learn more!
Can You Host a Large Party on Thanksgiving?
If you’re hosting a large family, you can book one of our private dining rooms. An automatic gratuity applies to parties of 6 or more. We have private rooms for medium and large parties.
When you have a large family that you want to gather for the holidays, you will need enough space and hospitality to fit everyone. Book your holiday tables early to ensure your party will sit together.
Book your private dining room for Thanksgiving Day on our Private Dining Rooms page or call us at (214) 744-3287.
Make it a Day Out in the West End
Pair your Thanksgiving dinner in downtown Dallas with some of the sights nearby. We are close to many downtown attractions that you can enjoy with your family.
Many family-friendly attractions in the West End are open during the holiday season. You can visit the Dallas World Aquarium or the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza.
Read our article on why you should take your family out of town to downtown Dallas for more things to do.
Book Your Table at Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse
Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse prides itself on providing our guests with the best Texas hospitality and wild game in the West End. Allow us to take care of your Thanksgiving meal this year and you can spend time with your family. Check out our Thanksgiving dinner menu or reach out to book your table today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse be open on Thanksgiving 2026?
Yes, we will be open on Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, 2026. We will be serving our three-course menu at 702 Ross Avenue.
Q. How much is your Thanksgiving Dinner?
Our Thanksgiving dinner is $75 per person for three courses. Kids 12 and under can enjoy our Traditional Thanksgiving Feast for $25.
Q. Will you be serving your regular menu on Thanksgiving?
No, we will serve only our Thanksgiving menu on Thanksgiving Day.
Q. Can I order steak for Thanksgiving dinner in Dallas?
Yes, you can order our steaks in place of turkey. Try our Buffalo Filet Mignon, 44 Farms Prime Ribeye or Smoked Filet Mignon.
Q. Do you have vegetarian or gluten-free options on your menu?
Yes, we have many vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options on our Thanksgiving menu.
Q. Do I need to make a reservation for Thanksgiving dinner in Dallas?
We recommend booking a table for Thanksgiving dinner. You can book online or call us at (214) 744-3287.
