Discover Atlanta’s Best Dine-in and Take-Home Thanksgiving Meals, from Traditional Spreads to Unique Bites
This Thanksgiving, Atlanta’s dining scene offers an array of options for families, friends and anyone looking to take a break from the kitchen. From traditional buffets to family-style meals and unique take-home feasts, local restaurants are ready to serve memorable meals for those dining out, hosting at home or celebrating Friendsgiving. Explore these Thanksgiving specials and let the season’s flavors bring everyone together.
Downtown
Ray’s in the City presents a family-style Thanksgiving meal in an upscale downtown setting. The feast, priced at $85 per person, runs from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Menu highlights include fresh-from-the-docks peel-and-eat shrimp; creamy spinach and artichoke dip; slow-roasted, herb-crusted prime rib; crispy roasted Brussels sprouts; and old-fashioned cinnamon apple cake. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
Buckhead
For a post-dinner dance party, Johnny’s Hideaway will be open on Thanksgiving night from 8 p.m.-3 a.m., offering a lively setting to dance off the day’s indulgence. Guests will enjoy great music, a vibrant atmosphere and late-night fun to wrap up Thanksgiving in style.
For a Southern-inspired Thanksgiving buffet, The Southern Gentleman in Buckhead offers a festive spread from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. for $75 per person. Guests can enjoy a menu featuring pimento cheese chips with pork rinds, herb-roasted turkey, smoked Gouda mac ‘n cheese and indulgent desserts like peach cobbler and Meyer lemon curd tarts. Make reservations via OpenTable.
West Midtown
Enjoy a delicious, homemade Thanksgiving meal while supporting a good cause with Meals On Wheels Atlanta. Curated by chef Robert Gerstenecker, former executive chef at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, menu options include brined roasted turkey ($160), butter-whipped potatoes, Southern mac and cheese and more—all made from scratch. Gerstenecker crafts homemade meals for Purposeful Gourmet Foods, the nonprofit’s social enterprise program with all proceeds benefiting Meals On Wheels Atlanta. Orders must be placed online by Nov. 15 for pickup at Meals On Wheels Atlanta on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 28 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Celebrate Friendsgiving and Black Friday at Your 3rd Spot. On Thanksgiving Eve, friends and family can have fun from 5 p.m.-midnight, and Y3S members and a guest will enjoy free entry to the Friendsgiving event. On Black Friday, Your 3rd Spot offers extended family-friendly hours from 12 p.m.-1 a.m., with 21+ entry beginning at 7 p.m., making it the perfect spot for reconnecting with friends and family over food, games and shared experiences. For deal seekers, the Your 3rd Spot membership is only $45 for the entire year and includes half-price entry, half-price bowling, 20% off events, special access to monthly member events and more. It makes the perfect gift for those who live or work within five miles.
Sandy Springs
Ray’s on the River is serving a bountiful buffet with a riverside view from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. for $75 per person. Guests will enjoy a variety of holiday favorites such as smoked salmon spread, seasonal butternut squash bisque, savory herb-roasted turkey breast, Big Green Egg smoked brisket, Southern-style cornbread stuffing, bourbon sweet potatoes and homemade pumpkin pie. Make reservations via OpenTable.
Alpharetta/Crabapple
Dine in elegance at Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar with a four-course Thanksgiving meal available from 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. for $115 per person and $19.95 for a kids plate for children 12 and under. Highlights include prosciutto deviled eggs, beet and pear salad, smoked turkey breast with rosemary and sage dressing and desserts like bourbon whiskey chocolate cake. Optional wine pairings are available for an additional $39. Make reservations via OpenTable.
Take the stress out of Thanksgiving with Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktail’s take-home feast options. Choose between a Thanksgiving Turkey ($130) with Madeira gravy and cornbread loaf or a full Thanksgiving Feast ($205) including an apple-brined, smoked turkey, mashed potatoes, smoked Gouda mac ‘n cheese and more. Orders are available for pickup on Nov. 27. Dine-in guests can enjoy a prix-fixe three-course menu on Thanksgiving Day for $68 per person and $32.50 for children. Make reservations via OpenTable.
Morningbirds invites guests to start or wind down their Thanksgiving celebrations with a cozy brunch, perfect for gathering friends and family around a table of seasonal flavors. Guests will enjoy a laid-back atmosphere as they savor Morningbirds’ masterpieces—a variety of pancake, waffle and French toast dishes made with a signature batter. For a limited time, guests can try Morningbirds’ seasonal favorite pumpkin spice-flavored batter made with pumpkin compote, maple candy bacon and pumpkin maple compound butter. Other menu favorites include Fiery Phoenix, slow cooked stone-ground grits with a choice of protein; American Bird, a cheddar cheese omelette with a choice of onion, spinach, bell peppers, tomatoes, basil and mushrooms served with a side of ham and a butterflake biscuit; and Farm Bird, a smoked turkey burger on onion roll with a side of fresh-cut golden fries. Each dish is crafted to highlight the comforting, vibrant tastes of the season. For Thanksgiving, the eatery is offering preorder catering of afternoon sides including collard greens, Mac and cheese, and candy yams.
Ray’s at Killer Creek is serving a plentiful buffet from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. for $75 per person. Among the holiday favorites are creamy spinach and artichoke dip, classic Caesar salad, Faroe Island honey-glazed salmon, herb-roasted turkey breast, classic baked macaroni and cheese, traditional green bean casserole and bourbon pecan pie. Make reservations on OpenTable.
Suwanee
Bitzel’s Chocolate is the go-to spot for host gifts and holiday desserts this Thanksgiving. Their seasonal flavors, including gingerbread, peppermint, eggnog and tiramisu caramel, make perfect additions to a chocolate charcuterie board. Note that Bitzel’s will be closed on Nov. 27 and 28, for those planning ahead for holiday chocolate needs.
Multiple Locations
All HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern locations are offering a cozy, welcoming space for Thanksgiving dinner from 11:30 a.m-6:30 p.m. on Nov. 28. Guests can savor a three-course meal featuring acorn squash soup, roasted turkey breast with sausage-leek dressing, apple cider-mustard glazed ham and classic sides like whipped potatoes and collard greens for $55 per adult and $18.95 for children 12 and under. For those celebrating at home, HOBNOB also offers family meals to go, serving six to eight guests for $165, with a fried whole turkey, mac and cheese, green bean casserole and more. Place orders through Nov. 26 at hobnobatlanta.com, with pickup available on Nov. 27 or 28.
