Thanksgiving in New York City is a feast for the senses — crisp fall air, golden leaves, and tables filled with warmth and gratitude. But this year, Socarrat Paella Bar invites you to celebrate the holiday a little differently — with a Spanish twist that captures everything we love about Thanksgiving, from family-style dining to comfort food that warms the soul.
Our 2025 Thanksgiving Dinner combines the essence of the holiday with the rich flavors of Spain. Featuring a three-course, family-style menu ($88 per person, kids under twelve half price), it’s designed for sharing, connection, and celebration.
Here’s why our Thanksgiving Paella is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table — and why Socarrat is one of the best places in NYC to spend Thanksgiving.
1. A Dish Made for Sharing
Thanksgiving and paella have something deeply in common — both are meant to be shared. At Socarrat, every celebration begins around the paella pan, where conversation and aromas mix effortlessly. Our Thanksgiving Paella brings everyone together around one pan filled with the season’s best ingredients: cider-brined roasted turkey breast, turkey leg confit, chorizo, butternut squash, green beans, piquillo peppers, and a rich mushroom sofrito.
Each spoonful tells a story — the smokiness of chorizo, the tenderness of turkey, and the golden layer of socarrat at the bottom, crisp and full of flavor. It’s a true meeting of American tradition and Spanish culinary soul.
2. Classic Flavors, Reinvented
Our chefs have taken the beloved flavors of Thanksgiving and reimagined them through a Spanish lens. Instead of a single roast turkey, you’ll find a paella bursting with fall produce and Mediterranean depth. And it’s not just the main course — the entire menu celebrates the spirit of Thanksgiving in a new way:
- Ensalada con Manzana Asada — a bright, earthy start with roasted apple, beets, feta cheese, mixed greens, walnuts, and a sherry vinaigrette.
- Gambas al Ajillo — sizzling shrimp with olive oil, garlic, and guindilla peppers, a Socarrat signature that adds Spanish warmth to the holiday.
- Thanksgiving Sides for the Table — roasted sweet potatoes with citrus honey brown butter, caramelized red cabbage with apples, cornbread stuffing with chestnut and sage, and classic cranberry sauce.
- Pumpkin Cheesecake — a velvety, spiced dessert to end your feast on the perfect note.
Every dish is designed to be shared family-style, reflecting the true essence of both Thanksgiving and Spanish dining — food that brings people together.
3. A Feast Worth Toasting To
A celebration isn’t complete without the perfect pairing. Whether you’re raising a glass of Rioja, Albariño, or one of our seasonal cocktails, the flavors of our Thanksgiving menu are crafted to complement every sip. Imagine savoring the richness of the paella with a bold red wine, or enjoying the sweetness of pumpkin cheesecake with a warm after-dinner sherry.
At Socarrat, every toast is a moment of gratitude — for good food, good company, and the simple joy of gathering.
4. A True Fusion of Cultures
New York City is a melting pot of traditions, and our Thanksgiving celebration reflects exactly that. While most tables across the city feature roast turkey and mashed potatoes, ours tells a different story — one that bridges continents.
Our Thanksgiving Paella is a tribute to cultural fusion: the turkey, a symbol of American harvest; the saffron rice, a nod to Spain’s culinary heritage; and the shared experience, something universal. It’s not about replacing tradition — it’s about expanding it, infusing it with color, spice, and Mediterranean warmth.
5. A Thanksgiving You’ll Remember
There are countless places to dine on Thanksgiving in NYC, but few that feel as personal and flavorful as Socarrat Paella Bar. With cozy interiors, the aroma of saffron in the air, and a festive atmosphere filled with laughter and gratitude, our Thanksgiving dinner feels like home — whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or your chosen family.
Every year, guests tell us how this experience becomes a new tradition. Once you’ve shared a pan of paella surrounded by loved ones, it’s hard to imagine Thanksgiving any other way.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Socarrat Paella Bar
Our Three-Course Thanksgiving Dinner is available at all Socarrat locations on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for $88 per person (children under twelve dine half-price). The entire table participates family-style — because the best memories are made when we all share together.
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Reservations are highly recommended — Thanksgiving is one of our most popular nights of the year.
Join us for a feast that’s rich in flavor, gratitude, and Spanish soul.
Celebrate Thanksgiving the Socarrat way — where every grain of rice tells a story of togetherness.
