Attention those of you currently searching for “last minute Thanksgiving recipes“: close out of Pinterest because the hunt for a stress-free holiday meal is over. Here’s our list in alphabetical order of Charlotte restaurants serving fabulous, festive Thanksgiving dinners designed to get you out of the kitchen. And if you are hosting at home and looking for a little help to fill out the sideboard this year, we’ve got options for that too. Here’s where to feast or pick up your feast in Charlotte this Thanksgiving. (Looking for Hotel deals for guests next week? Here’s our post on that)
The Ballantyne Hotel’s The Gallery Restaurant
Details: Start or continue a family tradition at The Ballantyne Hotel’s Thanksgiving Buffet. The bountiful spread includes salads, carving stations and decadent desserts. $75 per person, $35 for children 5-13 and free for children four and under. 11 am- 3 pm.
The Gallery Restaurant will feature its regular menu along with a turkey dinner special from 4:30 pm- 9 pm.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 248-4100. Reservations are required.
BLT Steak at the Ritz Carlton Uptown
Details: Create your own feast with your choice of appetizer, main course, desserts and family-style sides at BLT Steak. Prix fixe menu is available for $75 per person.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 972-4380
5Church
Details: 11 am- 9 pm Chef Jamie Lynch is serving a pre fixe three-course menu for $40, menu highlights include new mouthwatering dishes like Roasted Chateaubriand with whipped Yukon potatoes and Seared Sea Scallops with butternut squash risotto.
Kids 12 and under eat for $18.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 919-1322
The Asbury
Details: The Asbury’s three course, prix fixe Thanksgiving meal will be offered at two seatings: 12:30 pm and 3 pm. $55 per person, $25 for kids six and under, free for children under five.
Want to stay home but don’t want the hassle? To-go orders are $50 each. Must be ordered by November 22 and can be picked up Thanksgiving Day from 10 am- 11:30 am.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 342-1193
Bistro la Bon
Details: Post turkey-trot head on over to Bistro La Bon for their Thanksgiving buffet. $35 per person, kids under 12 are $15. 10 am -2:30 pm.
How to reserve: Online, (704)333-4646
Blue Restaurant & Bar
Details: Ease into the holiday feasting with a jazz brunch at Blue Restaurant and Bar. $39.95 for adults, children over five are $14.95, children under five are free.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 927-2583
The Capital Grille
Details: Relax and let The Capital Grille take care of everything, from the slow-roasted turkey to pumpkin cheesecake. View the Thanksgiving adult and children’s menus here. Full dinner menu also available. 11 am – 9pm. $38 per person, $15 for children.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 348-1400
Chima
Details: In addition to their regular menu, Chima is offering Thanksgiving favorites including turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes and more. 12 pm- 9 am.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 601-4141
Del Frisco’s
Details: Del Frisco’s is serving a three-course Thanksgiving Dinner including an appetizer, main entrée featuring Slow-roasted Turkey Breast with trimmings and a dessert. Regular dinner menu also available. $49 per person.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 552-5502
Fern, Flavors From The Garden
Details: Prepare for a vegan Thanksgiving feast at home with help from Fern, Flavors of the Garden. Entrees, sides and desserts available for pick-up on 11/23 from 11 am- 7 pm.
How to reserve: Call (704) 377-1825 by 11/19
Fleming’s
Details: Prix fixe menu inspired by your favorite Thanksgiving flavors. View the full menu offerings here. $39.95 per person, $19.95 for children.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 333-4266
The Liberty
The details: Three course menu stuffed with Thanksgiving classics. Ask about their to-go options for when the leftover cravings hit. $35 per person, $12 for children 10 and under. Noon-8pm.
How to reserve: Online, call (704) 332-8830
Gusto!
The details: Take the family out for a Thanksgiving brunch. The menu at Gusto! includes everything from french toast to bourbon orange glazed ham. Serving 11 am – 3 pm.
How to reserve: Reserve online or call (704) 900-7455
Nellie’s Southern Kitchen
The details: Experience a three-course, Jonas-style Thanksgiving crafted by Chef Ben Sholiton. Guests will be seated between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The cost is $27 for adults and $16 for children 12 and under.
Catering to a sweet tooth? Pumpkin Cheesecake, Chocolate Pecan Pie, Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Mousse and Sweet Rolls are available for pickup before Thanksgiving. Order by Tuesday, November 21.
How to reserve: Reservations are required and can be made by calling 704-396-7169.
New South Kitchen & Bar
The details: New South Kitchen & Bar is serving up Southern favorites like fried turkey, sweet tea brined pork loin and the sinful sounding bourbon soaked bread pudding. Check out the full menu here. 11 am- 7 pm. $35 per person.
Cooking for a crowd? Order turkey, sides and desserts for pick-up Thanksgiving morning! Turkey orders must be in by November 17, sides and desserts by November 21.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 541-9990
The Palm
The details: Gather ’round the table at The Palm for Thanksgiving. Their three course special menu features seasonal flavors including roasted butternut squash bisque, your favorite sides to accompany your turkey and of course, some pumpkin pie. View the full menu here. A la carte menu also available. $55 per person, $24 for children under 12.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 552-7256
Passion8
Details: Passion8 is hosting a three course feast, complete with your choice of appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts. View the full menu here. $42 per person. Children under eight are free. 2 pm – 8 pm.
How to reserve: Call to reserve your table (704) 910-3161
Reid’s Fine Foods for TAKEOUT Thanksgiving
Details: If you’re in the mood for a home cooked meal, no oven required, look no further than Reid’s Fine Foods. Pick-up offerings include whole herb roasted turkeys, vegetables and sides and a variety of desserts. View the full menu here.
How to reserve: Call your closest location. SouthPark: (704) 377-7686, Myers Park: (704) 377-1312
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Details: Pull up a chair at Ruth’s Chris for a traditional turkey dinner featuring sausage and herb stuffing and your choice of starters and sides. Want leftovers? No problem. Order a sweet potato casserole or creamed spinach to go. $39.95 for three courses, $12.95 children’s menu. Sides to take home serve 12 and are $29.95 each.
How to reserve: Reserve your table online, call your closest location for pre-orders
Stoke Charlotte
Details: A refined take on the Thanksgiving feast. Three seatings: 12 pm, 2:30 pm and 5 pm. $50 per person.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 353-6005
Sullivan’s
Details: Chef-prepared Thanksgiving dinner featuring hand-roasted turkey, your choice of a starter, two side dishes and dessert. 12 pm -8 pm. $39 per person.
How to reserve: Online, or call (704) 335-8228
