For years I have heard anecdotally that Thanksgiving eve (today) translates to killer business for bars and restaurants. And I have some sources to back up my notion.
Wikipedia says: “According to Domino’s, Super Bowl Sunday is the most popular day for its pizza deliveries, followed by Halloween, New Year’s Day, New Year’s Eve, and the day before Thanksgiving.”
Denver restaurant consultant John Imbergamo, who represents local power houses including Elway’s in Cherry Creek, Racines and Rioja, “It’s really the bars that reap the bounty in Thanksgiving Eve. Restaurants not so much. All of the college students come back to town for turkey day and are meeting up with old friends at the bars.
“The pizza delivery guys are all looking for their slice of the delivery pie on Thanksgiving Eve as turkey prep takes precedence over Wednesday night family dinner.”
And speaking of pizza delivery guys, Marco’s Coal-Fired Pizza chief Mark Dym, whose LoDo restaurant delivers within a certain radius, said, “This is one of our busiest nights – authentic Italian pizza and cocktails are always a great option for families the night before Thanksgiving,” Dym said.
PR princess Aubrey Cornelius, who represents the popular Linger and Root Down in lower Highland, said, “I can tell you that they definitely notice an uptick in reservations before major holidays, like Thanksgiving. People with family visiting tend to want to dine out before dining in, and many just need a drink before Thanksgiving madness ensues.”
Too funny, but too true. For more restaurant options, go to www.opentable.com.
And just for an example of restaurants recognizing the pre-Thanksgiving potential, Sullivan’s at 1745 Wazee St. is offering a $6 bar menu with select wines, signature cocktails and live music. For reservations, go to www.sullivanssteakhouse.com.
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