Leave the Thanksgiving Cooking to Rocks 21 and Enjoy a Holiday Feast
At a Glance
What: Thanksgiving Buffet at Rocks 21
When: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Rocks 21 at the Inn at Mystic, 3 Williams Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Type: Dine-in Thanksgiving buffet
Admission: Adults $78; children 12 and under $27; children 5 and under free
Included: Tax and gratuity
Featuring: Roasted turkey, prime rib, salmon, chicken entrées, traditional Thanksgiving sides, desserts, and children’s selections
Reservations: Available and strongly recommended
Reservations by Phone: (860) 536-8140
Online Reservations: Available via the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page
Parking: Free on-site parking
More Info: Rocks 21
Event Description
Thanksgiving Buffet at Rocks 21 offers families and friends a chance to gather around the table without spending the holiday in the kitchen. On Thursday, November 26, the waterfront restaurant at the Inn at Mystic will serve a holiday buffet from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring roasted turkey, prime rib, seafood, traditional Thanksgiving favorites, and a selection of desserts.
The buffet costs $78 for adults and $27 for children ages 6 through 12. Children 5 and younger dine free. Tax and gratuity are included, making it easy for families to know the cost before arriving.
A Thanksgiving Feast With Something for Everyone
The centerpiece of the buffet is a selection of entrées that goes well beyond the traditional turkey dinner.
Guests can enjoy roasted turkey with sage gravy or prime rib served with rosemary au jus and horseradish cream. Seafood lovers will find pan-seared honey garlic salmon and salmon Francese, while chicken piccata and chicken Florentine offer additional choices.
The meal begins with sweet roasted corn soup and an autumn harvest salad, followed by an assortment of holiday sides.
Turkey stuffing, bourbon mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, roasted maple-glazed Brussels sprouts, and baked macaroni and cheese are among the selections. Cranberry sauce, garlic rice, and assorted rolls round out the buffet.
For dessert, guests can choose from pumpkin pie, fruit tart, assorted cheesecakes, cookies, and additional sweets.
Children who prefer familiar favorites will have pasta marinara and chicken tenders with fries available.
Thanksgiving Buffet Menu
Soup
- Sweet Roasted Corn Soup
Salad
- Autumn Harvest Salad
Entrées
- Prime Rib with Rosemary Au Jus and Horseradish Cream
- Roasted Turkey with Sage Gravy
- Pan-Seared Honey Garlic Salmon
- Pan-Seared Salmon Francese
- Chicken Piccata
- Chicken Florentine
Sides
- Turkey Stuffing
- Green Bean Casserole
- Roasted Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts
- Bourbon Mashed Potatoes
- Baked Macaroni and Cheese
- Cranberry Sauce
- Garlic Rice
- Assorted Rolls
Children’s Choices
- Pasta Marinara
- Chicken Tenders and Fries
Desserts
- Pumpkin Pie
- Fruit Tart
- Assorted Cheesecakes
- Cookies
- Additional Dessert Selections
Thanksgiving at the Inn at Mystic
Rocks 21 is located on the grounds of the Inn at Mystic, overlooking the Mystic waterfront and surrounding coastal landscape.
The restaurant is known for its scenic setting, with views of Mystic Harbor and the nearby shoreline. Its dining areas offer a comfortable place for family meals, special occasions, and gatherings with friends.
The Thanksgiving buffet gives guests an opportunity to enjoy that setting while leaving the shopping, cooking, and cleanup to the restaurant.
Whether you’re gathering with extended family, planning a smaller holiday meal, or simply prefer dining out on Thanksgiving, the buffet offers plenty of choices without requiring everyone at the table to order the same meal.
A Holiday Meal Without the Kitchen Cleanup
Thanksgiving can mean hours of preparation, especially when several generations of family are coming together.
At Rocks 21, the focus is on enjoying the holiday rather than preparing it.
The buffet format allows guests to choose their favorites, try different dishes, and go back for another helping of the foods they enjoy.
Traditional Thanksgiving dishes share the menu with seafood and chicken entrées, making it easier to accommodate different tastes within a family or group.
The children’s selections also give younger guests a couple of familiar alternatives to the holiday classics.
And with dessert included in the buffet, there’s no need to worry about baking a pumpkin pie before dinner.
Reservations and Pricing
Thanksgiving Buffet at Rocks 21 takes place Thursday, November 26, with reservations available between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Buffet Pricing:
Adults: $78 per person
Children 12 and under: $27 per person
Children 5 and under: Free
Tax and Gratuity: Included
Reservations are strongly recommended for Thanksgiving Day.
Guests can reserve online through the restaurant’s Thanksgiving page or call (860) 536-8140.
Rocks 21 is located at 3 Williams Avenue in Mystic, on the grounds of the Inn at Mystic. Free on-site parking is available.
For families looking to spend more time together and less time preparing Thanksgiving dinner, the restaurant’s holiday buffet offers a full selection of seasonal favorites in a scenic Mystic setting.
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