Family and Friends turn to The Signature Room at the 95th for a Fabulous Thanksgiving Day Feast

Sept. 15, 2011 - PRLog -- CHICAGO, IL – Reservation lines open for the incredible Thanksgiving Day Buffet at The Signature Room at the 95th, 875 N. Michigan Ave., on Friday, Sept. 23rd.  This is important to know because nearly 10 percent of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving Day at a restaurant and seats are coveted.  Each year, Executive Chef Patrick Sheerin creates a feast that draws numerous families and friends to this popular ‘hybrid’ dining experience that is served over 1,000 feet above The Magnificent Mile.  Combining the ease of a lavish starter and sweets buffet with the comfortable formality of individual plated main courses and family style side dishes, this Thanksgiving Day feast is an elegantly sophisticated holiday dining event.  Served from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., the holiday event includes live musical entertainment for a festive note.  

The holiday meal begins with a visit to the grand buffet filled with mouthwatering starters, including chilled shrimp, king crab legs and freshly shucked oysters, American freshwater caviar, shaved root vegetable salad, lime pickled red onions, toasted almond vinaigrette; pumpkin bisque, and a selection of American cheeses and chutneys.

Once guests are seated and ready for the next course, each chooses from generous entrée selections.  A traditionally favorite entrée includes Chef Sheerin’s slow roasted turkey featuring smoked dark meat with shaved broccoli and cauliflower, and served with mushroom gravy.  Meat lovers can also choose the braised veal shank served with roasted root vegetables, roasted garlic and a white wine jus.  Fresh seafood takes center stage with the seared sea scallops served with saffron pearl pasta and baby fennel, complemented with a basil pistou.  Those seeking a vegetarian option can enjoy the spice crusted tofu with braised greens, curried fingerling potatoes accented with pickled pineapple.

Family-style side dishes delivered to each table pair perfectly with the entrees and include whipped market sweet potatoes with a pecan crumble; crispy Brussels sprouts with dill, lemon and capers; and traditional sausage stuffing.

To top it all off, an enticing sweets buffet includes a Mutsu apple and frangipane tart ; classic pumpkin pie with whipped cream; white and dark chocolate mousse cake; spiced elephant ears; pecan pie squares; red wine poached pears and cinnamon; and many more delicious temptations.

Leftovers are part of the fun. Each table can take home freshly carved turkey to gobble up the next day.  

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Facts
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Signature Room at the 95th: 875 N. Michigan Avenue
Hours: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.  Reservations are required. Final Seating at 7:30 p.m.
Price: Adults: $65; Children (4-12 years old): $25; Under 3, No charge
Entertainment:  Live musical entertainment
Reservations:  312-787-9596 or via www.signatureroom.com

Thanksgiving Day Buffet 2011 Menu

Buffet Of First Course Selections:
•   Chilled Shrimp, King Crab Legs And Freshly Shucked Oysters
•   American Freshwater Caviars
•   Smoked Salmon With Assorted Condiments
•   Charcuterie With Assorted Mustards And Pickled Vegetables
•   Seasonal Greens With Dried Cherry Vinaigrette
•   Shaved Root Vegetable Salad, Lime Pickled Red Onions; Toasted Almond Vinaigrette
•   Roasted Pear And Frisee Salad, Crumbled Blue Cheese; Bacon Vinaigrette
•   Wild Rice And Dried Fruit Salad, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds; Sherry Vinaigrette
•   Pumpkin Bisque
•   Selection Of American Cheeses And Chutneys

Individual Plated Main Courses - Select One From The Following:
•   Slow Roasted Turkey, Smoked Dark Meat With Shaved Broccoli And Cauliflower; Mushroom Gravy
•   Braised Veal Shank Roasted Root Vegetables; Roasted Garlic, White Wine Jus
•   Seared Sea Scallops, Saffron Pearl Pasta, Baby Fennel; Basil Pistou
•   Spice Crusted Tofu, Braised Greens, Curried Fingerling Potatoes; Pickled Pineapple

Family-Style Sides To Be Delivered To Each Table:
•   Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes And Gravy
•   Whipped Market Sweet Potatoes; Pecan Crumble
•   Crispy Brussels Sprouts; Dill, Lemon And Capers
•   Traditional Sausage Stuffing
•   Cranberry Chutney And Jellied Cranberry

Dessert Buffet:
•   Mutsu Apple And Frangipane Tart
•   Classic Pumpkin Pie, Whipped Cream
•   White And Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake
•   Spiced Elephant Ears
•   Pecan Pie Squares
•   Vanilla Bean Cheesecake; Raspberry Jam
•   Red Wine Poached Pears And Cinnamon Whipped Mascarpone Parfaits
•   Peanut Butter Chocolate Tarts
•   Rum Balls
•   Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
•   Build Your Own Sundae Bar With Vanilla Ice Cream Or Caramel And Assorted Toppings

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About the Signature Room at the 95th
The Signature Room and Signature Lounge are privately owned Chicago favorites, with over 8,000 square-feet of dining and entertainment space atop one of the city’s most recognized buildings. Unparalleled views of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, Lake Michigan and the city’s world-renowned architectural gems are rivaled by the sophisticated, contemporary American cuisine that pleases over 800,000 guests each year. An award-winning wine list accompanies a delicious variety of menus ranging from light lunch options to timeless dinner classics, and from gourmet bar fare to specialty brunches. To toast any occasion, The Signature Lounge provides a stunning setting. Visit www.signatureroom.com.