The line was out the door at Christopher Martins Restaurant in New Haven on Thanksgiving as homeless individuals and working people struggling financially came to the business for turkey dinners.
Every year, the restaurant at 860 State Street in New Haven gives out free full three-course Thanksgiving dinners to those in need. Last year, the restaurant served 480 people and this year the business expected to dole out as many as 500 meals with the help of volunteers.
The restaurant opened its doors at 11 a.m. to serve the Thanksgiving dinners through 3 p.m..
Christopher Martins also began accepting donations on Nov. 24, including canned goods, toiletries, clean blankets and winter clothing for home packages to give the guests.
